Stories by Staff - Page 74
iOS 8: 'Biggest release since App Store launch'
Wed, 4th Jun 2014
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smartphones
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Apple has released its iOS 8 SDK, offering developers more than 4,000 new APIs and features for creating apps.
Endpoint: Just one of three security pillars
Tue, 3rd Jun 2014
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ddos
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endpoint protection
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breach prevention
In the BYOD and BYOA era, endpoint security is essential, yet insufficient on its own, spotlighting the urgent need for holistic corporate defence.
Samsung tests the water with first Tizen smartphone
Tue, 3rd Jun 2014
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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apple
Samsung has unveiled the Samsung Z, the first commercially available smartphone powered by the Tizen platform.
Vodafone NZ commits to $50m Christchurch HQ revamp
Tue, 3rd Jun 2014
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uc
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digital entertainment
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productivity
Vodafone to establish $50m South Island HQ in Christchurch to bring together staff and support recovery and growth of the city.
Govt: 4G mobile technology a step closer
Tue, 3rd Jun 2014
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uc
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government
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commerce commission
Telecom granted clearance to acquire 2x20 MHz in 700 MHz band for 4G networks, bringing world-class technology to New Zealanders.
Apple unveils iOS 8...
Tue, 3rd Jun 2014
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smartphones
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Apple unveils iOS 8, dubbed the biggest App Store update, with new health, messaging, and iCloud Photo Library features.
Apple unveils 'future of OS X'
Tue, 3rd Jun 2014
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smartphones
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wireless networks
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personal computing devices
Apple's new OS X Yosemite offers a fresh design and new features, making working across Mac and iOS devices easier than ever.
CloudEthernet Forum to fight cloud fragmentation
Mon, 2nd Jun 2014
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virtualisation
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network infrastructure
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data analytics
Every cloud provider has its own technologies, its own buzzwords, its own APIs – and that’s a challenge for enterprises.
The next big player in the cloud computing market: Telcos
Mon, 2nd Jun 2014
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uc
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iaas
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cloud services
Telcos are ready to make money from the cloud – and they don’t mean simply by providing copper or fibre links to other cloud providers.
Global optical networking market off to slow start...
Mon, 2nd Jun 2014
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ovum
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optical networking
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oem
Global optical networking market sees 14% revenue dip in 1Q14, with North America's rise failing to offset global declines.
Questions remain as Apple’s ANZ users come under attack
Sat, 31st May 2014
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smartphones
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malware
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cybersecurity
Apple's ANZ users face mysterious attacks; experts suggest 2-factor authentication amid unclear hacking origins.
Labour slams Telecom spectrum deal
Fri, 30th May 2014
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uc
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government
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commerce commission
Labour criticises Telecom's 700MHz spectrum acquisition, affecting competition and innovation in UK's mobile market, says ICT spokesperson Clare Curran.
270 R&D Student Grant places now open
Fri, 30th May 2014
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government
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callaghan innovation
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qualifications
Over 270 openings for R&D Student Grants in NZ to boost innovation through internships, offering students a career leap in tech sectors.
New Wynyard solution helps Kiwi Govt agencies manage security risk
Fri, 30th May 2014
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risk & compliance
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government
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wynyard group
Wynyard Group launches advanced risk management and compliance software solution for NZ government departments.
Westcon wins big at Symantec 2014 Pacific Partner Awards...
Fri, 30th May 2014
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symantec
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westcon-comstor
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distributors
Westcon NZ shines, grabbing Distributor of the Year at Symantec 2014 Pacific Partner Awards in Sydney, celebrating channel success.
Tablet projections lowered as phablet shipments impact market
Fri, 30th May 2014
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personal computing devices
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microsoft
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apple
Tablet sales projections cut as phablet demand impacts the market, with a shift towards larger screens anticipated to revive growth.
Kiwi firms shine at Microsoft Partner of the Year Awards
Fri, 30th May 2014
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software development
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microsoft
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nv interactive
New Zealand companies win big at Microsoft Partner of the Year Awards, with Provoke Solutions and NV Interactive taking top honours.
Telecom cleared to acquire unsold radio spectrum block
Fri, 30th May 2014
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uc
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commerce commission
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acquisition
Telecom gains clearance to acquire the final 5MHz radio spectrum block, boosting its 4G capabilities, the Commerce Commission announced.
Novopay problems still plaguing 2,000 schools
Thu, 29th May 2014
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government
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labour
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novopay
Nearly 2000 schools in New Zealand have ongoing issues with the Novopay system, with over $9.3m still owed, Labour reveals.
Smartphone momentum still strong as market growth continues
Thu, 29th May 2014
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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microsoft
Global smartphone shipments are set to rise by 23.1% this year, hitting 1.2 billion, according to analysts IDC.