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News: Thunderbolt from CES, Blackbox Bamboo, enabling TRIM in Lion, and more!
Apple

News: Thunderbolt from CES, Blackbox Bamboo, enabling TRIM in Lion, and more!

CES 2012 dazzles with Thunderbolt tech and bamboo MacBook cases, while TRIM support for third-party SSDs in Lion is unlocked.

By Benny Ling • 2 min read • Mon, 9th Jan 2012
iPhone prompted 'cage match': Windows Phone team
Apple

iPhone prompted 'cage match': Windows Phone team

iPhone release in 2007 forces Microsoft's Windows Phone team to scrap platform after a tense 7-hour meeting dubbed 'the cage match'.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 9th Jan 2012
News: Apple Retail, Mac App Store, 2012 predictions, and more!
Apple

News: Apple Retail, Mac App Store, 2012 predictions, and more!

2011 was a year of 10-year anniversaries for Apple, including the 10-year anniversary of its retail operations.

By Benny Ling • 2 min read • Mon, 9th Jan 2012
What's happening with Google's Motorola Mobility deal?
Partner Programmes

What's happening with Google's Motorola Mobility deal?

Google's anticipated $12.5bn Motorola Mobility deal nears, yet remains uncertain as stockholders urged caution amid 'modest profitability' forecasts.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 9th Jan 2012
News: Apple's HDTV, the iAd revival, developer wishlists in 2012, and more!
Apple

News: Apple's HDTV, the iAd revival, developer wishlists in 2012, and more!

Apple teases a potential entry into the HDTV market, whilst attempting to bolster its iAd platform and addressing developer desires in 2022.

By Benny Ling • 2 min read • Thu, 5th Jan 2012
News: Apple's late-January event, Apple no longer values retail staffers, Minimus for Mac, and more!
Apple

News: Apple's late-January event, Apple no longer values retail staffers, Minimus for Mac, and more!

Apple has planned a late-January media event, and the rumour blogs are already saying the event will mostly be about iBooks and publishing.

By Benny Ling • 2 min read • Wed, 4th Jan 2012
News: Apple fined, iOS apps on Apple TV, Mac version of The Old Republic important, and more!
Apple

News: Apple fined, iOS apps on Apple TV, Mac version of The Old Republic important, and more!

Apple fined £1.2m in Italy for misleading warranty practices, while developers make strides in iOS apps on Apple TV, and The Old Republic eyes Mac.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 3rd Jan 2012
News: Dropbox versus iCloud, iTunes cloud availability, Apple simplicity, and more!
Apple

News: Dropbox versus iCloud, iTunes cloud availability, Apple simplicity, and more!

Fantastic long-form reading from Wired, who go in-depth about Dropbox and how it squares off with Apple's own iCloud.

By Benny Ling • 2 min read • Tue, 3rd Jan 2012
News: experience versus content, Sir Jonathan Ive, Apple ergonomics, and more!
Apple

News: experience versus content, Sir Jonathan Ive, Apple ergonomics, and more!

Sir Jonathan Ive knighted as Apple focuses on the complete user experience over content for its upcoming iTV, alongside ergonomics and AirPlay innovations.

By Benny Ling • 2 min read • Mon, 2nd Jan 2012
2012 - New year, Big things
Unified Communications

2012 - New year, Big things

Augmented reality program helps rebuild Christchurch, viral videos from NZ, and a review of the Nokia N9 phone.

By Staff Writer • 7 min read • Sun, 1st Jan 2012
Tech battle Andriod VS IOS
iOS

Tech battle Andriod VS IOS

In the tech tussle between Android and iOS, Apple currently leads in sales, but Android wins in US smartphone market share.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Sun, 1st Jan 2012
Review: Samsung C27A750X Wireless 27-Inch Monitor
Gaming

Review: Samsung C27A750X Wireless 27-Inch Monitor

Samsung's C27A750X wireless monitor cuts cord chaos, offering seamless PC-screen connection - a must for mobile workers. #techreview.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Sun, 1st Jan 2012
Samsung No 1 Mobile Phone brand in ANZ
Apple

Samsung No 1 Mobile Phone brand in ANZ

Samsung has emerged as the top mobile phone brand in Australia and New Zealand, overtaking Apple, driven by strong Galaxy S II sales and growing Android demand.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 21st Dec 2011
RIM profit bombs - Updated
Data Analytics

RIM profit bombs - Updated

RIM's earnings plummet as PlayBook re-valuation and service outage hit hard, with co-CEOs slashing their pay to $1 amidst declining BlackBerry sales.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 16th Dec 2011
Apple rises in ANZ PC rankings
Network Infrastructure

Apple rises in ANZ PC rankings

HP still leads the pack, although analysts acknowledge 'PSG spin-off debacle' has hurt the company's reputation.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 16th Dec 2011
Renaissance distribution manager: 'watch this space'
Apple

Renaissance distribution manager: 'watch this space'

Doug Casement, new manager at Renaissance Distribution, pledges major changes and 'baby cloud' offerings for 2012, signalling a strategic revamp.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 16th Dec 2011

Stories from Other Regions

Review: Nutshell Smartphone Wallet
Gaming

Review: Nutshell Smartphone Wallet

Nutshell's innovative wallet offers protection and functionality for smartphones, combining stylish design with practicality for everyday use.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Sun, 1st Jan 2012
iTunes Match now available in NZ
Apple

iTunes Match now available in NZ

Apple's iTunes Match launches in NZ, allowing Kiwis to sync their music libraries with the cloud. Full service now live for users.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Mon, 19th Dec 2011