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Apple gains market share in slowing smartphone market
Microsoft

Apple gains market share in slowing smartphone market

Apple has made up ground on Samsung and Android has faltered in the latest mobile phone report from Gartner - but where is Microsoft?.

By Heather Wright • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Aug 2015
Android security flaw found in 950 million devices
Malware

Android security flaw found in 950 million devices

A new security flaw known as Stagefright has been found in 95% of Android devices, allowing attackers to steal information from users.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 20th Aug 2015
Enterprise wearables, more than just a fad?
Wearables

Enterprise wearables, more than just a fad?

Organisations are taking innovative approaches to utilising wearables in their operations and making use of the numerous devices available.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 20th Aug 2015
Samsung's soon-to-launch Gear S2 smartwatch
Wearables

Samsung's soon-to-launch Gear S2 smartwatch

Samsung's Gear S2 smartwatch set to redefine wearability with a sleek round face and a battery that outlasts rivals. Details emerge ahead of Berlin reveal.

By Patrick Pilcher • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Aug 2015
Skype gets more personal on Android
Unified Communications

Skype gets more personal on Android

Skype introduces personalised features in latest Android update, including customisable ringtones and photo forwarding.

By Shannon Williams • 1 min read • Wed, 19th Aug 2015
Small business owners embrace mobile tech
Unified Communications

Small business owners embrace mobile tech

Over 80% of UK small business owners tap into mobile tech daily, reshaping operations and blending work with leisure, says Manta report.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Wed, 19th Aug 2015
Malware and malicious apps increasing in NZ
Malware

Malware and malicious apps increasing in NZ

Malware detections and the number of malicious app downloads by mobile device users in New Zealand increased in the second quarter of 2015.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 19th Aug 2015
Asia Pacific to lead the world in mobile payments
Marketing Technologies

Asia Pacific to lead the world in mobile payments

Mobile payments are poised for explosive growth in Asia Pacific, driven by a high number of initiatives and diverse mCommerce maturity levels.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Aug 2015
No sex, just Wi-Fi please
Gaming

No sex, just Wi-Fi please

New research has found wireless internet access is ranked second on the things people can't live without, behind food and ahead of smartphones and sex.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 17th Aug 2015
Why tech retailers have learnt to say no
Digital Signage

Why tech retailers have learnt to say no

10 years ago computer retailers filled their stores with desktop computers, monitors and rows of software. Today they're almost unrecognisable.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Mon, 17th Aug 2015
Hands-on Review: Dell Inspiron 7548 notebook
Gaming

Hands-on Review: Dell Inspiron 7548 notebook

I expected a machine with power and Dell delivered exactly that. The Inspiron 7548 is powerful, fast, slim and sleek.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Fri, 14th Aug 2015
Paper by FiftyThree gets a makeover, adding useful new tools
Apps

Paper by FiftyThree gets a makeover, adding useful new tools

The creative app Paper by FiftyThree has recently undergone a makeover, with new tools which have the potential to make it more useful.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 14th Aug 2015
Lenovo cuts 3200 staff, streamlines mobile division
Lenovo

Lenovo cuts 3200 staff, streamlines mobile division

Lenovo cuts 5% of its workforce and streamlines mobile division in the wake of slowing growth and increased competition.

By Heather Wright • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Aug 2015
Kogan.com ramps up Kiwi play launching flagship ranges
eCommerce

Kogan.com ramps up Kiwi play launching flagship ranges

Online retailer steps up its play for the New Zealand market, launching its flagship range of 'affordable' smartphones locally.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Thu, 13th Aug 2015
Organisations choose iOS over Android for secure mobile apps
Health Technologies

Organisations choose iOS over Android for secure mobile apps

Organisations are adopting an increasing variety of apps to secure corporate information, and choosing iOS over every other operating system.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Aug 2015
New models and partnerships crucial for wearables
Health Technologies

New models and partnerships crucial for wearables

Healthcare will benefit from wearable technology says research firm Forst & Sullivan - but there are still obstacles ahead for wearables.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Thu, 13th Aug 2015
University of Auckland selects new learning management platform
Software-as-a-Service

University of Auckland selects new learning management platform

The Univ. of Auckland has modernised its digital learning by adopting Instructure's Canvas platform, enhancing the experience for 40k students.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 11th Aug 2015

Stories from Other Regions

Schools need to be ready for the tsunami of 'digital change'
EduTech

Schools need to be ready for the tsunami of 'digital change'

Pakuranga College in Auckland will be exploring the key issues facing schools when implementing eLearning/BYOD programmes with an ELearning summit.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 12th Aug 2015