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RuneScape dev announces new sci-fi MMO

Thu, 15th Jul 2010
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The developer of the popular browser-based MMO RuneScape and scrapped project Mechscape gears up for a new sci-fi offering, Stellar Dawn.
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Fox Sports gets Juniper HD boost

Thu, 15th Jul 2010
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Australian sports broadcaster Premier Media Group has deployed Juniper’s Junos operating system to deliver better program quality and more high-def content.
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Microsoft: iPhone 4 is Apple’s Vista

Thu, 15th Jul 2010
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In a bold jab at Apple, Microsoft's COO equates the iPhone 4's woes to their own Vista nightmare as Apple shares tumble.
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Medal of Honor Limited Edition bonuses announced

Thu, 15th Jul 2010
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Electronic Arts reveals pre-order bonuses for the first Medal of Honor game to ditch the World War II setting.
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UPDATE: Dictate the multiplier of the next Gears 2 XP event

Thu, 15th Jul 2010
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Gears of War 2's next XP event multiplier in players' hands as they follow Rod Fergusson on Twitter. Cap set at 20x XP due to overwhelming response.
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Microsoft employed alleged Russian spy

Thu, 15th Jul 2010
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A Russian spy who infiltrated Microsoft as a software tester in Seattle has been deported. The FBI confirms he gained no sensitive information.
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Outlook plugs into Facebook

Wed, 14th Jul 2010
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Microsoft's Outlook now syncs with Facebook for real-time updates alongside emails, aiming to streamline social and email browsing.
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BioWare: Mass Effect could enter 'next phase' of Kinect titles

Wed, 14th Jul 2010
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BioWare's Greg Zeschuk is intrigued with the possible integration of motion controls into hardcore games, even the publisher's very own Mass Effect titles.
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UPDATE: StarCraft II NZ midnight launch details surface

Wed, 14th Jul 2010
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The highly anticipated StarCraft sequel, Wings of Liberty, will be launched in New Zealand on July 26th. Exciting events and prizes await fans.
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Intel earnings boost Kiwi dollar

Wed, 14th Jul 2010
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Intel's stellar Q2 earnings, featuring revenues of USD $10.8 billion, helped push the New Zealand dollar to 72 US cents, its highest in two months.
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Google launches 10 new business apps

Wed, 14th Jul 2010
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Google has added 10 new business apps to its Google Apps Marketplace, offering immediate benefits to organisations.
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Microsoft extends XP shelf life

Wed, 14th Jul 2010
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Microsoft vows to extend Windows XP downgrade rights, boosting support for customers transitioning to Windows 7.
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Molyneux's TED talk reveals Milo and Kate details

Wed, 14th Jul 2010
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Game designer Peter Molyneux reveals new details about his upcoming Kinect-driven game, Milo and Kate, at TEDGlobal 2010 in Oxford, England.
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OneNet launches affordable offsite backup

Wed, 14th Jul 2010
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OneNet unveils a budget-friendly online server backup, offering 75GB storage for USD $125/month, enhancing revenue potential for partners.
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Don’t buy iPhone 4 says watchdog

Wed, 14th Jul 2010
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US watchdog warns against iPhone 4 purchase over signal woes, suggesting the 3G S as a reliable alternative. Apple's stocks drop 4%.
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Bad Company 2 Onslaught Mode inbound for PC

Wed, 14th Jul 2010
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PC Battlefield: Bad Company 2 gamers will soon be able to join in on the co-operative fun that their console-gaming counterparts have been enjoying for weeks.
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2degrees seeks accredited dealerships

Wed, 14th Jul 2010
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2degrees, amid record growth, seeks partners for new accredited dealerships in major NZ cities, offering a unique business opportunity.
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Driver: San Francisco delayed until 2011

Tue, 13th Jul 2010
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If you were wowed enough by this game's E3 showing into planning on picking it up for Christmas, well,... we hate to be the bearers of bad news...
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M86 Security renews Microsoft partnership

Tue, 13th Jul 2010
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M86 Security strengthens its Microsoft bond, renewing Gold Certified Partner status with a focus on Exchange, Forefront, and cloud services.
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Sitecore Announces Cloud Computing Solution

Tue, 13th Jul 2010
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Sitecore unveils Sitecore CMS 6.3 at the Microsoft Worldwide Partner Conference, enabling global cloud-based website deployment and improved CMS ROI.