Futuristic Intel chip could reshape how computers are built
Posted on 3-Dec-2009 07:00 News, Computing
Concept chip from Intel Labs is aimed at scaling on-chip performance, communication and power consumption for decades to come. Contains the most Intel Architecture (IA) computing engines integrated on a silicon CPU chip – 48 cores – while consuming only as much electricity as two standard household light bulbs.
Dell unveils powerful mobile workstation
Posted on 2-Dec-2009 16:14 News, Notebooks
A new class of mobile workstation, available in New Zealand from 15th December, is the first to offer Intel Core I7, NVIDIA Quadro FX 3800M combined in a package suited for 3D design and animation, engineering, oil and gas exploration, scientific visualization and defense professionals.
Snapper to enter Auckland market in 2010, targets Rugby World Cup for integrated ticketing
Posted on 1-Dec-2009 16:00 News, eWallet
From mid 2010 some Auckland buses will progressively begin accepting Snapper cards, and the technology can readily be extended to other public transport modes before the Rugby World Cup. This means that more than half of all Auckland commuters will be able to pay for their journey by using a Snapper card, and the company will be working to extend its coverage further.
NZCS releases IT Code of Practice for New Zealand
Posted on 1-Dec-2009 13:34 News, Computing
The New Zealand Computer Society Inc (NZCS) today announced the release of a new IT Code of Practice for those working in IT in New Zealand, an educational tool outlining acceptable and good practice for IT professionals and organisations.
AT&T and LG launch 1GHz smartphone based on Windows Mobile
Posted on 1-Dec-2009 09:22 News, Windows Phone
The 7.2 HSPA-capable smartphone from AT&T and LG packs speed and features an optional mobile projector. It is loaded with Windows Mobile 6.5 Professional to help users stay more connected with email, calendar and Microsoft Office Mobile. The phone’s projection feature allows users to display Web pages, documents, photos and videos on the go.
Lance Atkinson fined by U.S. Federal Judge in spam case
Posted on 1-Dec-2009 05:00 News, Broadband
The New Zealander identified by the United States Federal Trade Commission as the ring leader of an international spam network has been ordered to pay $US15.15 million by a US federal judge.
Announcing the Geekzone Freeview Pizza evenings 2010
Posted on 30-Nov-2009 13:19 News, DVB and HD
It is time to start planning for our Geekzone events around the country again! We welcome Freeview who will be the pizza sponsor in our Geekzone Freeview Pizza evenings 2010 events.
TiVo and Google team up on audience research data
Posted on 25-Nov-2009 12:38 News, Consumer Electronics
This deal will enable Google TV Ads to draw on anonymous, second-by-second DVR viewing data from TiVo's stand-alone subscribers to substantially enhance the measurement and accountability of ad impressions for inventory sold using the Google TV Ads auction-based system. The TiVo sample covers all television signal sources including digital cable, analog cable, satellite, telecom and over-the-air television, in live and timeshifted viewing.
Microsoft announces Chief Financial Officer transition
Posted on 25-Nov-2009 12:19 News, Computing
Microsoft Corp. today announced that kiwi Chris Liddell will be leaving the company at the end of 2009, and named Peter Klein as the company’s new chief financial officer.
AT&T and HP introduce HP iPAQ Glisten 3G World Phone
Posted on 25-Nov-2009 08:03 News, Windows Phone
Based on Windows Mobile 6.5, users can easily move between work and leisure with advanced mobile e-mail capabilities, built-in Wi-Fi and GPS functionality as well as rich multimedia features and applications. AT&T supports Windows Marketplace for Mobile for access to a variety of applications.
Lexar Image Rescue 4 delivers image recovery capabilities with any memory card
Posted on 24-Nov-2009 13:11 News, Consumer Electronics
Software recovers lost or deleted images and videos stored in any memory card format from any manufacturer and all mass storage compliant card readers. Includes one-step interface for fast image recovery and automatic updating capability helps users stay current with new camera RAW files and computer operating systems.
Access and Emblaze Mobile unveil Else Intuition platform
Posted on 24-Nov-2009 08:56 News, Linux
ELSE INTUITION combines ACCESS Linux Platform v3.0 with an innovative user interface and a suite of services provided by Emblaze Mobile. In addition, the two companies previewed the first ELSE, the first mobile device based on the ELSE INTUITION platform, jointly developed by ACCESS and Emblaze Mobile.
Older people have their say on robots in aged care
Posted on 23-Nov-2009 14:25 News, Consumer Electronics
A study of older people’s attitudes towards robots is helping researchers at The University of Auckland to develop inexpensive robotic assistants for aged care. With a rapidly ageing population placing an increased strain on the health and aged care sectors, the group aims to develop inexpensive robotic devices to help staff with menial tasks, and extend the amount of time older people can stay in their own homes.
Air New Zealand plans to fly Facebook users
Posted on 22-Nov-2009 09:05 News, Web media
Players can upload pictures to create their very own avatars as Air New Zealand Flight Attendants or First Officers. Once en route, players answer trivia questions, play mini games and complete onboard tasks. Each completed task or correct answer is rewarded with energy points - the faster the response, the more points, which unlocks new levels of the game.
Kaspersky Lab Commonwealth Antarctic Team has set off for the South Pole
Posted on 19-Nov-2009 12:45 News, Computing
For the next 40 days, the team will ski six to 10 hours a day unguided and unsupported pulling 80kg sledges loaded with food, fuel and equipment. The team will face blinding blizzards, winds reaching speeds in excess of 80mph, hidden crevasses and temperatures that plummet to -40C.
Opera Mobile 10 now available for Windows Phones
Posted on 19-Nov-2009 09:23 News, Windows Phone
The Opera Mobile 10 beta for Windows Mobile looks and feels similar to the Opera 10 desktop browser and Opera Mini 5 beta. Opera is creating more cohesion between its products by introducing a unified look across many of its platforms. Opera maintains its arsenal of features in this beta, including Speed Dial, tabbed browsing, a password manager and its super, server-side compressor, Opera Turbo.
