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Dedicated devices: A possible solution to mobility

Data Protection

Dedicated devices: A possible solution to mobility

To protect companies from risks that come with mobility, organisations should consider using dedicated workplace mobile devices, according to Wavelink.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Wed, 11th Nov 2015

Parents concern for children and tech grows

Parents concern for children and tech grows

A new study by Qualtrics shows the biggest concerns of parents for their children and technology are texting, sexting and cyberbullying.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Tue, 10th Nov 2015

Harcourts Real Estate wins elite Apple recognition

Customer Experience

Harcourts Real Estate wins elite Apple recognition

Apps designed to improve Harcourts Real Estate agents productivity - and the customer experience - have won recognition from Apple.

By Heather Wright • 3 min read • Mon, 9th Nov 2015

Hands on: Samsung Gear S2

Digital Signage

Hands on: Samsung Gear S2

Samsung unveils the Gear S2, a smartwatch blending classic design with modern tech, including a bezel interface and 3-day battery life.

By Patrick Pilcher • 4 min read • Mon, 9th Nov 2015

OS/2 to ride again

OS/2 to ride again

Many techies of a certain age have fond memories of OS/2. Where Windows 3 was a crash prone disaster, OS/2 offered industrial strength stability.

By Patrick Pilcher • 2 min read • Mon, 9th Nov 2015

Hands on: Sony Xperia Z5 Compact

Hands on: Sony Xperia Z5 Compact

If you're hankering for a highly pocketable phone that isn't a cut down compromise, will the Z5 Compact measure up?.

By Patrick Pilcher • 6 min read • Thu, 5th Nov 2015

ACCC greenlights Vocus' acquisition of M2

ACCC greenlights Vocus' acquisition of M2

The ACCC will not oppose Vocus' proposed acquisition of M2 Group, saying there is limited business overlap and the deal will consolidate a 4th player.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Thu, 5th Nov 2015

Migrating to a modern access control solution

Risk & Compliance

Migrating to a modern access control solution

A proactive approach and solid plan can turn the changing security landscape into an opportunity for big improvement, says HID Global's Steve Katanas.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Thu, 5th Nov 2015

Here's why you need to be aware of the internet of things

Internet of Things

Here's why you need to be aware of the internet of things

The rise of the internet of things is bringing an exponential increase in security threats for business and consumers, making IoT awareness crucial.

By Heather Wright • 3 min read • Tue, 3rd Nov 2015

PC market declines for fourth quarter, but two-in-ones up 77%

PC market declines for fourth quarter, but two-in-ones up 77%

Two-in-ones saw a 77% year on year increase in shipments in Q3 at a time when the overall PC market dropped 14% and tablets were down 20%.

By Heather Wright • 3 min read • Tue, 3rd Nov 2015

Stories from Other Regions

M2 serves up NBN wholesale offerings

Unified Communications

M2 serves up NBN wholesale offerings

M2 unveils NBN Connect, easing high entry costs for new service providers and broadening consumer options in the broadband market.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Thu, 12th Nov 2015

BYOD and you: How to successfully bring tech into the classroom

BYOD and you: How to successfully bring tech into the classroom

The BYOD trend has the ability to bring many benefits to schools but it also has the potential to cause significant disruption.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Nov 2015

Microsoft bites into Android's Aussie tablet share

Microsoft bites into Android's Aussie tablet share

Demand for two-in-one devices are ramping up, with Microsoft cashing in on demand for more professional devices.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Tue, 10th Nov 2015

Samsung Gear S2 makes Kiwi debut; Stolen Girlfriends Club options coming

Samsung Gear S2 makes Kiwi debut; Stolen Girlfriends Club options coming

Samsung is working with Kiwi fashion label Stolen Girlfriends Club to offer a range of watch faces and bands for the Gear S2 smartwatch.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Mon, 9th Nov 2015

Noel Leeming success bolsters Warehouse Group sales

Noel Leeming success bolsters Warehouse Group sales

Noel Leeming has reported a 14.5% increase in sales for the first quarter of FY16, with cellular and wearables leading the way in growth.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Mon, 9th Nov 2015

Hands-on Review: Touchjet Pond TP1

Hands-on Review: Touchjet Pond TP1

The Touchjet Pond can turn any vertical surface into an interactive screen, making it great for learning and collaboration.

By Sara Barker • 4 min read • Fri, 6th Nov 2015

Hands-on Review: Neo Smartpen N2

Hands-on Review: Neo Smartpen N2

The Neo Smartpen N2 proudly claims to bridge the gap between paper and digital. Artists, writers, scribblers will find this a welcome addition.

By Sara Barker • 4 min read • Thu, 5th Nov 2015

M2: NZ operations to deliver 18% of company's AU$1.8b revenue

Unified Communications

M2: NZ operations to deliver 18% of company's AU$1.8b revenue

Aussie's M2 Group is counting on its CallPlus acquisition to deliver big returns and, combined with Vocus, deliver 18% of its $1.8b revenue from NZ.

By Heather Wright • 3 min read • Tue, 3rd Nov 2015

M2 eyes more growth on back of FY15 results and proposed merger

M2 eyes more growth on back of FY15 results and proposed merger

M2 Group has recorded solid revenue and NPAT increases for FY2015, as the company gears up to merge with Vocus Communications.

By Heather Wright • 3 min read • Tue, 3rd Nov 2015

Huawei NZ joins the new arms race with Huawei Watch

Huawei NZ joins the new arms race with Huawei Watch

Huawei has debuted its Huawei Watch in New Zealand, with retailers Harvey Norman, Noel Leeming and JB Hi-Fi among the retailers carrying the device.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Mon, 2nd Nov 2015