Broadband Compare Award Winners announced
Posted on 3-Nov-2017 07:00 News, Broadband
More than 20 different internet providers made up the finalists across the various categories ranging from prominent and well-known brands through to smaller regional and specialist internet providers. Other winners on the night included Stuff Fibre, MyRepublic and NOW.
Vector wins new Australian Smart Metering contract
Posted on 1-Nov-2017 14:58 News, SaaS
Vector has executed a contract to provide metering services to EnergyAustralia with an initial three-year deployment period that will commence before the end of 2017.
Vector invests in Internet of Energy platform
Posted on 1-Nov-2017 14:00 News, News
Vector Limited has made an investment in mPrest, a global provider of mission-critical 'Internet of Energy' software. Vector will also be a reselling partner in the Oceania region.
Garmin introduces its first dive computer Descent Mk1
Posted on 1-Nov-2017 13:52 News, SaaS
The Descent Mk1 allows divers to plan their underwater adventure right on the watch and use GPS waypoints to automatically mark dive entry and exit points.
Symantec Introduces Endpoint Security for the Cloud Generation
Posted on 29-Oct-2017 16:06 News, Security
Symantec has announced an advanced and fully-featured endpoint solution, bringing together deception technology, Mobile Threat Defense, Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR), Hardening and intensive protection through advanced machine learning.
Fitbit launches Ionic, its health and fitness smartwatch
Posted on 12-Oct-2017 15:52 News, Health
Fitbit's first smartwatch debuts with personalised guidance, on-device dynamic workouts, relative SpO2 sensor, industry-leading GPS, swim tracking, on-board music, contactless payments and multi-day battery life - in addition to a partnership with Adidas to deliver the Fitbit Ionic special edition and training programmes.
Bank of New Zealand uses Intel AI to detect financial crime
Posted on 12-Oct-2017 15:39 News, Security
Intel Saffron Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Advisor uses explainable AI to enhance decision-making for investigators and analysts. Associative memory AI finds and explains multidimensional patterns so that investigators and analysts can explore emerging trends across a bank's or insurer's data.
Sony launches Xperia XZ1, a smartphone with real-time 3D capture
Posted on 11-Oct-2017 10:26 News, Android
The Sony Xperia XZ1 Combines Sony's Motion-Eye camera with super slow motion video, new smile predictive capture and autofocus burst on package that includes a 5.2" Full HD HDR display and premium audio experience.
Air New Zealand begins Inflight Wi-Fi rollout
Posted on 9-Oct-2017 20:16 News, Wi-Fi
Airline has been working closely with its partners to prepare for the launch of Inflight Wi-Fi which will enable customers to access email, social media channels, web browsing and go shopping while travelling.
Lenovo launches ThinkPad Anniversary Edition 25
Posted on 7-Oct-2017 23:16 News, Notebooks
The ThinkPad Anniversary Edition 25 is a modern incarnation of the classic design and includes iconic retro features such as a backlit 7-row ThinkPad Classic keyboard, dedicated volume buttons, multiple status LEDs and a multicolor logo.
API Talent Achieves AWS MSP Partner Status
Posted on 5-Oct-2017 21:20 News, SaaS
The AWS Managed Service Partner program independently assesses a provider's ability to set up, migrate and manage Cloud infrastructure and applications.
Stellar Consulting Group now a Domo Partner
Posted on 5-Oct-2017 21:03 News, SaaS
Stellar Consulting Group, a provider of data analytics solutions in New Zealand, has become the country's first Domo Certified Partner.
Xero passes quarter of a million subscriber milestone in UK
Posted on 5-Oct-2017 21:02 News, SaaS
Xero also announces that it is deepening its existing partnerships in the UK with HSBC and Banco Santander, paving the way for enhanced banking services on Xero's platform.
Nokia smartphones come back to New Zealand through Spark
Posted on 2-Oct-2017 19:52 News, Android
The first Nokia smartphone range on Android – comprising of the Nokia 8, Nokia 3, Nokia 5 and Nokia 6 – will be available to buy in New Zealand exclusively from Spark and Spark's retail channel partners, according to HDM, the company that now owns the Nokia brand for smartphones.
Samsung Introduces New Gear Fit2 Pro
Posted on 28-Sep-2017 15:14 News, Health
Samsung's latest device assists with a range of activities, from robust fitness tracking to nutrition and sleep monitoring, as well as motivational coaching.
