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Exclusive interview: Nearmap on competing with Google Maps

Mon, 28th Aug 2017
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Cloud technology has the ability to break down borders, whether that be the four walls of an office, or geographical borders separating countries.
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New app sends last known locations

Tue, 31st May 2016
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The app sends out notifications of last known locations once a battery goes flat, with the developers choosing tech friendly NZ to make their debut.
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Profiting from Product End-of-Life

Mon, 25th Mar 2013
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Distribution Central's Annuity Systems service helps resellers manage renewals and product lifecycles efficiently, driving profits from end-of-life products.
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Google acquires restaurant review brand Zagat

Fri, 9th Sep 2011
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Google bolsters its local content strategy by acquiring restaurant review guide Zagat, aiming to enhance its search and maps services.
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Google adds weather to Google Maps

Fri, 19th Aug 2011
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Google Maps now features live weather updates, including global forecasts and temperatures, in partnership with weather.com and US Naval Research Lab.
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First Look: Android 3.0 “Honeycomb”

Tue, 1st Feb 2011
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At CES in Las Vegas, Google unveiled Android 3.0 Honeycomb, designed explicitly for tablets, set to launch in early 2011.
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Video: Google gives Android 3.0 sneak peek

Mon, 10th Jan 2011
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At CES in Las Vegas, Google unveiled a sneak peek of Android 3.0 Honeycomb, designed for tablets with a new virtual, holographic interface.
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Google rapped over privacy breach

Wed, 21st Apr 2010
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Privacy advocates from 10 nations, including New Zealand, criticise Google over privacy breaches involving its Buzz and Google Maps services.
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PHILIPS VENT MOUNT FOR IPHONE

Sun, 1st Nov 2009
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Philips releases a GBP £39.95 vent mount for iPhones, offering hands-free GPS access with 360-degree swivel, available at major retailers like Harvey Norman.
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Monopoly game gets swamped

Thu, 1st Oct 2009
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Hasbro, makers of the Monopoly board game, were taken by surprise when they launched a realworld, online  version of the game.
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SONY ERICSSON T715

Sat, 1st Aug 2009
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Introducing an ultra-compact slider phone with a large keypad, perfect for those seeking the flexibility of a smartphone without the bulk.
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HELPFUL WEB SITES

Mon, 1st Jun 2009
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Use the following sites to shop around for the best plan, seek advice and even test your connection’s performance.
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Google your family tree - Book Review

Mon, 1st Jun 2009
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Google Your Family Tree offers guidance to novice and seasoned genealogists, detailing how to leverage Google's tools for ancestral research.