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Mini wait for iPad shipping
Apple

Mini wait for iPad shipping

iPad mini shipment times improve in the US, dropping to 1-3 days, while Europe sees a modest decrease to 3-5 days despite global demand.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Tue, 5th Feb 2013
Apple increases iPad memory to 128GB
Apple

Apple increases iPad memory to 128GB

Apple unveils a 128GB iPad, doubling storage capacity to better serve enterprises, educators, and creatives. Available from 5 February starting at NZD $1,179.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 30th Jan 2013
Business is back on the Mac
Fintech

Business is back on the Mac

MYOB transforms Mac accounting for NZ firms with updated AccountEdge suite, bringing fresh features and Dropbox backup for easier financial management.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 30th Jan 2013

Global Stories

Microsoft hunts down Apple in iPad Mini market
Microsoft

Microsoft hunts down Apple in iPad Mini market

Microsoft gears up to challenge Apple's iPad Mini, revealing plans for new Windows-powered devices set to hit the market in the coming months.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 22nd Apr 2013
Apple stock slumps to 52-week low
Apple

Apple stock slumps to 52-week low

Apple shares nosedive to a 52-week low under US$400, roiled by a bleak forecast from a key supplier, sparking market jitters.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Thu, 18th Apr 2013
Apple issues apology over apparent Chinese cut-backs
Apple

Apple issues apology over apparent Chinese cut-backs

CEO Tim Cook forced to offer a signed apology after the company were accused of offering second-rate repair service on iPhones and iPads.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 2nd Apr 2013
Has Apple lost its vision?
Microsoft

Has Apple lost its vision?

Former Microsoft COO believes the Apple era may be on its way out due to the lack of vision within the company.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 27th Mar 2013
Mobile tech tax: It's OK, you can keep enjoying your tablets
iPad

Mobile tech tax: It's OK, you can keep enjoying your tablets

Cheers to your gadgets! The UK government bins the feared 'iPad tax', ensuring your mobile tech stays tax-free for now.

By Donovan Jackson • 2 min read • Thu, 21st Mar 2013
Learn how to create business solutions for iPad and iPhone - Just $59
Application Performance Monitoring

Learn how to create business solutions for iPad and iPhone - Just $59

Check out FileMaker's NZ seminars, designed to fast track your development of customised mobile business solutions for iPad and iPhone.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 4th Mar 2013
TVNZ launches Ondemand app
Apps

TVNZ launches Ondemand app

TVNZ unveils its new Ondemand app, offering free downloads of its services for iOS devices, promising low data usage and high-quality streaming.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 28th Feb 2013
EDITED: HP augments Microsoft strategy, chases Apple with Android tablet
Microsoft

EDITED: HP augments Microsoft strategy, chases Apple with Android tablet

Hewlett-Packard is augmenting its Microsoft strategy with the introduction of tablets based on Google's Android operating system.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 26th Feb 2013
iDidn't want to sue Samsung
Semiconductors

iDidn't want to sue Samsung

Apple's Tim Cook was initially against suing Samsung, despite the companies' billion-dollar legal battles over smartphone tech.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 12th Feb 2013
iPhone 5 Jailbreak set for release
Apple

iPhone 5 Jailbreak set for release

After months of anticipation, Evad3rs plans to release Evasi0n today, the first untethered jailbreak for iPhone 5, expanding iOS device freedom.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 5th Feb 2013
Apple leads the market as tablet shipments soar
Apple

Apple leads the market as tablet shipments soar

iPad once again leads the way as worldwide tablet shipments outpaced predictions, hitting a record total of 52.5 million units.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 1st Feb 2013
Kiwi firm behind Anne Frank Diary iPad App
Apps

Kiwi firm behind Anne Frank Diary iPad App

New Zealand firm breaks new ground with the global launch of The Diary of a Young Girl by Anne Frank as an interactive iPad app.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 25th Jan 2013
Record Apple results still miss the mark
Apple

Record Apple results still miss the mark

Apple posted record quarterly revenue of USD $54.5 billion but missed Wall Street's expectations, with iPhone sales below targets causing a 4% share drop.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 24th Jan 2013
Samsung rivals Apple with Galaxy Note 8
Apple

Samsung rivals Apple with Galaxy Note 8

Samsung plans to unveil the Galaxy Note 8, challenging Apple's iPad mini, at next month's trade show, sparking fierce rivalry in the mini tablet market.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Tue, 22nd Jan 2013
Government announces iPad supplier
Apple

Government announces iPad supplier

Cyclone Computers confirmed as main supplier for agencies and schools buying through the All-of-Government (AoG) Desktop and Laptop contract.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 14th Jan 2013