Google stories - Page 35
Is it a case of Buy Buy BlackBerry…?
Wed, 9th Oct 2013
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After reaching a US$4.7bn deal to take the company private last week, reports now claim Cisco, Google and SAP have entered the running for the embattl.
Right on Cue, Apple chases Google with app acquisition
Fri, 4th Oct 2013
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Rumours coming out of Cupertino claim Apple has acquired personal assistant iPhone app Cue in a bid to challenge Google Now on Android.
Apple beats Coca-Cola to become World's Most Valuable Brand
Wed, 2nd Oct 2013
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Apple dethrones Coca-Cola, clinching the title as the World's Most Valuable Brand, say Interbrand. A historic shift spotlighting tech's rise.
How to keep your kids safe online
Mon, 30th Sep 2013
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Most parents today have probably breathed a sigh of relief at some point or other that they never grew up with the Internet, or social media.
BBM for Android and iOS available this weekend…
Fri, 20th Sep 2013
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Previously exclusive to BlackBerry smartphones, BBM will be available as a free download in Google Play and the App StoreSM.
Review: Acer C7 Chromebook
Wed, 18th Sep 2013
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Acer's C7 Chromebook review: A Google Cloud enthusiast's dream. Slim, quick, and cloud-connected, it's tailored for the web-savvy user.
#Socialmediaruinedmylife – How not to regret using social media
Tue, 17th Sep 2013
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Many have ruined their reputations and damaged their careers after posting inappropriate material on social networks.
Is Google right, do we have “no legitimate expectation of privacy” in email?
Mon, 16th Sep 2013
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Microsoft accuses Google of invading privacy by reading emails and intercepting personal data transmitted on private Wi-Fi routers.
Facebook, Google & Microsoft launch govt privacy petitions
Tue, 10th Sep 2013
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Tech giants Facebook, Google and Microsoft have released statements requesting greater transparency when it comes to gathering public data.
Android App Review: Google Play Music
Mon, 9th Sep 2013
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Google Play Music's entrance rattles rivals, offering an iTunes-esque free service and a paid All Access akin to Spotify.
NZ financial results for Synnex, Sony, Google, Acer and Imation
Fri, 6th Sep 2013
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Tech firms in NZ show mixed results; Synnex thrives with profit and revenue up, contrasting with Sony's sharp decline.
Google refreshes NZ Street View
Wed, 4th Sep 2013
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Tech giant launches major refresh of Street View, giving Kiwis access to post-earthquake Christchurch among other cities.
Has social media #ruinedyourlife...?
Wed, 4th Sep 2013
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There are many among us who have ruined their reputations and damaged their careers after posting inappropriate material on social networks...
Android App Review: Virtual Dentist Surgery
Mon, 2nd Sep 2013
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Dive into the peculiar world of virtual dentistry with 'Virtual Dentist Surgery', an app that's raising eyebrows more than it's raising fun.
Google creates HelpOuts
Sun, 1st Sep 2013
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HelpOuts is built on Hangouts technology, allows people to sell their knowledge to others over the net.
Google and Microsoft, we need to talk…
Wed, 21st Aug 2013
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data centre operators
Data Centres need to talk to each other more to avoid the sort of outages that have hit Google and Microsoft in recent weeks.
Android App Review: Death Drive
Tue, 20th Aug 2013
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This app is an ugly, broken, thrown-together embarrassment made for the sole purpose of exposing people to ads and gouging out what little cash they can.
Google Street View Trekker takes on the Abel Tasman
Tue, 20th Aug 2013
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Google has brought its Trekker camera to New Zealand to capture Street View imagery of the country's Great Walks.
Microsoft: The limits of Google’s openness
Fri, 16th Aug 2013
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Microsoft takes aim at long-time rival Google, questioning the company's decision to once again block the YouTube app for Windows Phone.
Android and Windows grow as iOS slows…
Fri, 9th Aug 2013
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As iOS growth slows, Android and Windows see an upswing, hinting at a more competitive OS market ahead.
Ex-Google exec becomes first Facebook CMO
Tue, 6th Aug 2013
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Social networking site hires former Motorola Mobility advisor to expand the company brand, becoming the first Chief Marketing Officer at the firm.
Microsoft joins the party… slams NZ Telco bill
Thu, 1st Aug 2013
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Microsoft criticises NZ's Telco bill, joining tech titans in warning against threats to privacy and industry growth.
For your thighs only… first Google Glass Porn released
Tue, 30th Jul 2013
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After a ban, 'Tits and Glass' makes a cheeky comeback with the first Google Glass adult film, pushing the boundaries of tech in the bedroom.
Top 10 tips for avoiding app rejection
Fri, 26th Jul 2013
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There can be nothing more frustrating than sweating for hours developing your app for public consumption only to have it rejected by an app store.