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NVIDIA contributes CUDA compiler to open source community
Posted on 10-May-2012 08:29 News, Computing

Widely used LLVM compiler's support opens GPU computing to broad range of programming languages.

Amazon Web Services unleash Microsoft SQL, .Net support
Posted on 9-May-2012 09:42 News, SaaS

AWS Elastic Beanstalk now supports Amazon Relational Database Service (Amazon RDS) for Microsoft SQL Server and ASP.NET.

Symantec shows enterprise mobility enhancements
Posted on 9-May-2012 09:32 News, Security

In addition to the new mobile enhancements, Symantec announced it has joined the Microsoft System Center Alliance (SCA), a partner ecosystem that helps facilitate integrated solutions.

Nokia working with partners to bring more apps to Windows Phone ecosystem
Posted on 9-May-2012 09:23 News, Windows Phone

Nokia announced a number of new and exclusive application partnerships at CTIA Wireless 2012, continuing its focus on delivering differentiated and original app experiences to Nokia Lumia consumers around the world.

FYX launches new global open access internet service
Posted on 8-May-2012 11:04 News, Web media

New Zealanders eager to get access to global digital services can now get them fast and seamlessly with FYX, the nation’s newest internet service provider.

Startup Weekend Auckland 2012 helping entrepeneurs develop ideas
Posted on 8-May-2012 11:00 News, Web media

Auckland’s entrepreneurs will be able to develop their ideas in a weekend startup high intensity event on 15-17th June.

2degrees launches Shared Data
Posted on 7-May-2012 09:02 News, Mobile

The days of multiple, expensive mobile data plans are over, with today’s launch of ‘Shared Data’ between 2degrees devices.

MasterCard certifies NFC phones from HTC, Intel, LG Electronics, Nokia, RIM, Samsung Electronics and Sony
Posted on 4-May-2012 08:45 News, FinTech

MasterCard also unveiled a new brand identifier – “MasterCard PayPass Ready” – now available to device manufacturers to use with NFC-enabled smartphones that have been tested and certified by MasterCard for use with PayPass technology.

2degrees and Snapper partnership makes mobile payments real
Posted on 4-May-2012 08:13 News, eWallet

New partnership with Snapper lets customers pay with mobile phone instead of Snapper cards.

University of Waikato gains visibility and control of network With Fortinet
Posted on 3-May-2012 08:27 News, Education

The University of Waikato has deployed Fortinet appliances over competitive appliances.

Check Point launches free ZoneAlarm Antivirus + Firewall
Posted on 2-May-2012 15:07 News, Security

New software is powered by ZoneAlarm DefenseNet, a third generation cloud-based service that automatically verifies the safety of a program by analysing data from more than 60 million users through the cloud, eliminating unrelated alerts and interruptions.

RIM Launches BlackBerry 10 Platform
Posted on 2-May-2012 12:28 News, BlackBerry

Developers get powerful tools in advance to build apps that deliver highly engaging mobile experiences for users.

Polycom opens Unified Communications and Video Collaboration solution centre in Auckland
Posted on 2-May-2012 11:21 News, VoIP

Polycom expands presence in New Zealand in response to increasing demand for unified communications solutions. New Centre offers customers hands-on experience with latest UC and video solutions, from Polycom RealPresence Platform to immersive room systems, mobile, social and cloud applications.

LG Optimus Net first smartphone to enable mobile payment in New Zealand
Posted on 2-May-2012 10:11 News, NFC

New smartphone is fully Snapper-compatible and can be used to pay bus fares, train tickets, taxi ride and other day-to-day items.

Gen-i to invest in new Christchurch data centre
Posted on 1-May-2012 15:32 News, Computing

New facility will extend Gen-i’s data centre and cloud capabilities to meet growth needs of businesses and public sector in Canterbury region.

AUT and University of Auckland students take out 2012 Microsoft Imagine Cup
Posted on 1-May-2012 10:26 News, Education

Team Mobile Eye wins the opportunity to represent New Zealand at Worldwide Finals in July.

Young New Zealanders concerned about unauthorized access to personal information
Posted on 1-May-2012 10:15 News, Security

Even though there are concerns about unauthorized access to personal information the young generation are the most likely to use free public Wi-Fi without basic precautions.

Annual Symantec Internet Security Threat Report Reveals 81 Percent Increase in Malicious Attacks
Posted on 1-May-2012 09:55 News, Security

The security company blocked more than 5.5 billion malicious attacks in 2011, an increase of 81 percent over the previous year. In addition, the number of unique malware variants increased to 403 million and the number of web attacks blocked per day increased by 36 percent.

New ‘EasyTrade’ service simplifies logistics for Trade Me sellers
Posted on 30-Apr-2012 14:29 News, Consumer Electronics

To help Trade Me sellers focus more on the essential parts of their business, such as buying, selling and marketing, Brightstar NZ and Tradevine have joined together to create a new and unique fulfilment service offering called “EasyTrade”.

Auckland Transport, Telecom and Westpac to trial Mobile Wallet
Posted on 30-Apr-2012 09:38 News, FinTech

Paying for services through your mobile phone is closer to reality after Telecom, Auckland Transport and Westpac have announced plans to start trialling a mobile wallet system from May.

Bionic vision gets closer to reality with new UNSW facility
Posted on 26-Apr-2012 17:16 News, Consumer Electronics

The fabrication of implantable electronics has begun at the University of New South Wales ahead of planned patient tests of a functional bionic eye next year.

Apple confirms dates for Worldwide Developers Conference 2012
Posted on 26-Apr-2012 08:11 News, Apple

Apple Worldwide Developers Conference to Kick Off 11 June at Moscone West in San Francisco.

Sky TV launches Android app
Posted on 24-Apr-2012 12:50 News, Consumer Electronics

The SKY Android app includes a set of useful features around SKY’s TV guide including the ability to remote record to MY SKY decoders.

Vodafone New Zealand and Huawei launch first Ascend smartphone
Posted on 23-Apr-2012 10:25 News, Android

The Huawei Ascend G 300 launches with the Android 2.3 (Gingerbread) operating system and is powered by a 1GHz CPU, 512MB RAM and a powerful 3D graphics engine. It features a bright, vivid 4.0-inch screen and five-megapixel camera.

Telecom New Zealand appoints Simon Moutter as CEO
Posted on 23-Apr-2012 08:43 News, Broadband

Mr Moutter is currently CEO of Auckland International Airport. His experience includes COO at Telecom New Zealand and CEO at Powerco.


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