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Why leaked sleazy Snapchat emails should matter...

Thu, 5th Jun 2014
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Process the tentacles of this issue for a minute longer, and the recognition that what you've created and shared, regardless of application used, lives on.
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Voyager bags big broadband download speed win

Thu, 1st May 2014
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Voyager emerges as the leader in TrueNet's latest Broadband Report, boasting a remarkable VDSL download speed of 2.5 seconds, the fastest among ISPs.
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One summary says it all - broadband plan comparison is now even easier

Fri, 21st Mar 2014
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A standard format has been developed to help consumers compare different fixed line, residential broadband offers from New Zealand's leading operators.
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Adams backs better broadband info for consumers...

Thu, 20th Mar 2014
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A new code of practice for broadband product information has been welcomed by NZ Communications and IT Minister Amy Adams.
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More internet users share photos and videos online

Wed, 12th Feb 2014
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54% of internet users now post original photos or videos, with mobile apps like Snapchat and Instagram fueling the rise, says Pew study.
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Giving in to Snapchat...

Thu, 30th Jan 2014
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A former Snapchat sceptic gives in, discovering fun through pet snaps and quirky sends, finding a unique joy in ephemeral photo-sharing.
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Seedy porn pics = 30,000 Spamchatters scammed

Tue, 21st Jan 2014
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Snapchat users are experiencing an influx of spam snaps featuring topless women, according to security experts.
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How much would you pay for privacy?

Wed, 15th Jan 2014
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Social networks are facing accusations of mishandling user data. It's time to give control back to consumers. @Gartner_inc.
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4.6m Snapchat users hacked

Fri, 3rd Jan 2014
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Snapchat security breach results in 4.6 million user accounts being hacked with information available for download.
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Facebook sends $3 billion offer, but Snapchat rejects

Fri, 15th Nov 2013
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Snapchat snubs Facebook's £2.4 billion offer, as CEO Evan Spiegel opts for independence, eyeing a higher valuation amid investor interest.
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NZ fibre technology shows superior speed

Fri, 18th Oct 2013
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Fibre speeds are faster but for the first time, congestion is apparent on the 100Mb/s service for Orcon and Snap.
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The dangers of SnapChat...

Fri, 19th Jul 2013
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This message will self-destruct in five seconds. That's the premise behind SnapChat and is hailed as the new Instagram...
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TelstraClear tops broadband survey

Fri, 18th Jan 2013
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TelstraClear leads as the fastest broadband provider in December, outpacing rivals despite its recent acquisition by Vodafone.