Samsung to acquire Joyent
Posted on 16-Jun-2016 15:31 News, SaaS
With Joyent's cloud technology, Samsung will now have access to its own cloud platform capable of supporting its growing lineup of mobile, Internet of Things (IoT) and cloud-based software and services. The transaction remains subject to customary closing conditions.
11Ants Analytics transforms raw data to retail gold
Posted on 14-Jun-2016 18:37 News, Computing
New Zealand data analytics company 11Ants Analytics is leveraging Microsoft's cloud computing platform Azure to successfully crunch customer data for Ecuador's largest department store Almacenes De Prati.
Microsoft introduces new XBOX line up and features
Posted on 14-Jun-2016 07:36 News, Gaming
The new Xbox Play Anywhere program lets gamers buy a game once and play it on both their Windows 10 PC and Xbox One console with shared progress, game saves and achievements.
Microsoft to acquire LinkedIn
Posted on 14-Jun-2016 07:29 News, Social media
Microsoft Corp. and LinkedIn Corporation have announced they have entered into a definitive agreement under which Microsoft will acquire LinkedIn for $196 per share in an all-cash transaction valued at $26.2 billion.
Dell launches new generation of personal laptops
Posted on 8-Jun-2016 23:30 News, Computing
Dell unveiled a new line of Inspiron 2-in-1s ideal for students heading back to school, aspiring entrepreneurs and families seeking an affordable solution to meet their everyday computing needs. The new devices include the Inspiron 17 7000 2-in-1, the world's first 17-inch 2-in-1 laptop.
HP New Zealand launches range of devices made for mobility
Posted on 8-Jun-2016 23:27 News, Computing
The range is made up of the HP Elite x3 - the world's first built-for-business phablet, the HP ZBook Studio G3 Workstation - the world's first quad core Ultrabook, a versatile two-in-one tablet they have named the HP Elite x2 and the thinnest and lightest business notebook - the HP EliteBook Folio.
Co-operative Bank update Unisys infrastructure
Posted on 8-Jun-2016 20:58 News, Computing
The software-based fabric architecture of ClearPath Forward provides a flexible environment, across a range of operating systems, to enable delivery of core banking matched with capacity to deliver new products and digital services to customer.
Microsoft New Zealand Ignite back for 2016
Posted on 8-Jun-2016 09:40 News, Computing
Microsoft New Zealand's annual technical training event for the Kiwi IT sector, Microsoft Ignite NZ, is set to light up Auckland again this year, just at a slightly later date.
Decade of technology inspires new book of cartoons
Posted on 7-Jun-2016 09:29 News, Consumer Electronics
Auckland-based cartoonist "Jim" is getting ready to publish a new book of cartoons inspired by his 10 years working a day job as a public relations consultant for some of the world’s biggest technology brands.
Digital platform for cricket CricHQ talks about growth
Posted on 5-Jun-2016 18:31 News, SaaS
CricHQ, a digital platform for cricket, presented its growth story to an international audience of tech startups, industry leaders and international investors, at the RISE Conference in Hong Kong.
Samsung lanches new line-up of SUHD TVs
Posted on 5-Jun-2016 18:26 News, DVB and HD
Built on the Tizen operating system (OS), Samsung's 2016 Smart TVs bring a new Smart Hub, designed to provide users with simple access to their favourite content all in one place.
New Zealand goverment improves DNS security
Posted on 5-Jun-2016 18:22 News, Security
Recent changes to how the Department of Internal Affairs (DIA) manages government website domain names will increase online security and result in greater public trust in government websites.
Symantec introduces Encryption Everywhere increasing website security options
Posted on 3-Jun-2016 09:12 News, Security
Encryption Everywhere lets web hosting providers integrate encryption into every website from the moment it is created. With the new web security service, hosting providers can offer a variety of flexible options, including basic website encryption included as part of any hosted service, and a number of premium security packages with increasingly stronger levels of website validation, protection, and trust seals.
RBI cell tower completion boosts rural coverage
Posted on 3-Jun-2016 09:07 News, Broadband
Communications Minister Amy Adams has announced the completion of the Rural Broadband Initiative (RBI) Phase 1 new tower programme with 154 new cell towers now built ahead of schedule.
