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Sean Mitchell
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Having started his career at Renaissance. Sean joined Apple in Melbourne for a number of years before working in the media space. This started with Review Publishing and later the tech publisher IDG Communications. In 2006 he was involved in the launch of The Channel magazine. As they say – the rest is history.

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Review: iPod Nano

Sun, 1st Nov 2009
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Apple's new iPod Nano packs in features and defies its price point, making it a top contender in the mp3 player market.
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Crown board has little telco experience

Thu, 29th Oct 2009
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healthtech
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software development
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banking
The board that will oversee the government's $1.5 billion broadband network has been announced by ICT Minister Steven Joyce.
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Ingram Micro signs on Cisco's Flip Video

Tue, 27th Oct 2009
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distributors
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Cisco today announced the appointment of Ingram Micro as an Australia and New Zealand distributor of its Flip Video digital camcorders.
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Spy Bot Chronicles

Sat, 17th Oct 2009
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apple
Embark on a rescue mission in 'Spy Bot Chronicles' as Spy Bot dashes to save Toy Bot from the grasp of the greedy Thief Bot!.
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Interview: Steve Riley

Thu, 1st Oct 2009
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cybersecurity
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unitec
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retail
A SMEG-head! Steve Rielly has more than 16 years of experience with IT security and network consulting in New Zealand.
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De-duplication technology poised to take over storage market

Thu, 1st Oct 2009
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storage
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digitalisation
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media
Li said the technology will replace tapes and that data de-duplication will do for the storage industry what the iPod did for the music industry.
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Palm launches new handheld computing device Palm Pixi

Thu, 1st Oct 2009
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software development
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mobility
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tablets
Palm unveils the Pixi, a budget-friendly follow-up to the PRE, boasting webOS, a touchscreen, and Palm Synergy, aiming to enchant the cost-conscious.
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App review: Dropbox

Wed, 30th Sep 2009
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ios
Dropbox app streamlines file syncing and sharing, offering on-the-go access, offline viewing, and easy photo uploads. A must for seamless file management.
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Tyrian 2000

Tue, 1st Sep 2009
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digital entertainment
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It's rather challenging at some points,  but don't let that put you off the charming visuals, amazing music and great campaign mode.
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Game review: Aion

Tue, 1st Sep 2009
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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mmorpg
Aion shines with stunning visuals and demands teamwork from the start, offering a mix of classic and fresh MMO elements. A game to watch.
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TomTom New Zealand

Sun, 23rd Aug 2009
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apple
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gps
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technology gifts
TomTom app transforms iPhone navigation in New Zealand, offering smartest routes with IQ Routes technology, enhanced safety, and user-friendly features.
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Game review: FUEL

Wed, 1st Jul 2009
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codemasters
Codemasters' Fuel sets a world record with its vast 14,400 sq km open-world, blending racing with sandbox exploration in a post-apocalyptic scene.
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Platypus Lite

Sat, 6th Jun 2009
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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apple
Take to the skies in Platypus Lite, the unique claymation shoot-em-up, and defend Mungola in this squishy arcade adventure!.
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EMC, Cisco and VMware team up

Mon, 1st Jun 2009
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virtualisation
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it automation
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cisco
EMC, Cisco, and VMware unite at Inform 09, aiming to create the data centre of the future and innovate in IT for efficiency.
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Review: Nokia E75

Mon, 1st Jun 2009
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digital entertainment
Nokia launches new Eseries handset, offering email and calendar management for up to 10 accounts. Perfect for businesses. Price: $999.
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HTC Magic now available in New Zealand

Mon, 1st Jun 2009
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htc
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technology gifts
Its tablet-style touch screen takes you directly to the world of Google - Google browser, Google Maps, Google Calendar.
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Review: Crabble

Mon, 1st Jun 2009
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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apple
Introducing the wallet-sized phone stand for just $4.99. A portable solution for the smartphone set. Buy at www.seskimo.com.
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South Park Imaginationland

Sat, 23rd May 2009
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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apple
Based on the Emmy winning South Park Imaginationland movie, the epic battle for good and evil continues on your iPhone or iPod Touch!.
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Beneath A Steel Sky

Fri, 1st May 2009
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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point-and-click
Rediscover a dystopian future in 'Beneath A Steel Sky'- a classic point-and-click adventure set in a controlled Sydney, now available as freeware.
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Game review: Infamous

Thu, 30th Apr 2009
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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sony
Sucker Punch's inFamous for PS3 asks: hero or self-server? With configurable powers and a vast city, it promises intrigue but lacks originality.