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Halo recruits ex-Rockstar developer
Gaming

Halo recruits ex-Rockstar developer

Despite the secrecy surrounding an upcoming title from the creators of Halo, they have announced the recruitment of ex-Rockstar developer Danny Bulla.

By Brendan Kelly • 2 min read • Mon, 8th Oct 2012
Wheedle makes password promise after privacy breach
Trade Me

Wheedle makes password promise after privacy breach

Wheedle reassures users their passwords are safe post-privacy breach but faces criticism over security handling.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 4th Oct 2012
Wheedle looks for cheap Indian web developers for fix
Software Development

Wheedle looks for cheap Indian web developers for fix

Despite being forced to close online operations two days after its official launch, Trade Me rival posts web developer advert in India.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 4th Oct 2012
Outsource everything….at your peril
Infrastructure-as-a-Service

Outsource everything….at your peril

Outsourcing may seem a silver bullet for efficiency, but it's a fine line between liberation and loss of critical control.

By Donovan Jackson • 8 min read • Wed, 3rd Oct 2012
Nintendo unite with Unity
Gaming

Nintendo unite with Unity

Nintendo announces collaboration with Unity Technologies, ushering a new era of game development for the Wii U and broadening creative possibilities.

By Brendan Kelly • 2 min read • Thu, 20th Sep 2012
Lowdown: The Apple iOS6 update in full
iOS

Lowdown: The Apple iOS6 update in full

Apple's iOS6 brings a slew of updates for iPhones, iPads, and iPod touches, including enhanced Maps, Siri improvements, Facebook integration, and more.

By Alistair Ross • 11 min read • Thu, 20th Sep 2012
End of disc-based games for gamers?
Gaming

End of disc-based games for gamers?

Gears of War designer Cliff Bleszinski champions download-only future for gaming, sparking debate about the end of disc-based games.

By Brendan Kelly • 2 min read • Wed, 19th Sep 2012
Apple denies FBI device ID list
Apple

Apple denies FBI device ID list

Apple distances itself from a hacker group's claim of stealing 12m device identification numbers from an FBI laptop.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Thu, 6th Sep 2012
TechEd keynote kicks off with data artist
TechEd

TechEd keynote kicks off with data artist

The screeds of data in the world can be made more exciting and less complex, according to world-renowned data artist Jer Thorp.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 5th Sep 2012
PES 2013 expands teams
Gaming

PES 2013 expands teams

Firmly refusing to take the route of most mainstream sport games, Konami has announced yet more teams to join the ranks at Pro Evolution Soccer 2013.

By Brendan Kelly • 2 min read • Tue, 28th Aug 2012
BitDefender's iOS privacy app protects data
Bitdefender

BitDefender's iOS privacy app protects data

BitDefender's new Clueful app aims to shield iPhone users' data by spotlighting privacy-compromising apps, now available for free.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Tue, 28th Aug 2012
DayZ rejects free-to-play game
Gaming

DayZ rejects free-to-play game

The creator of critically-acclaimed zombie-survival mod DayZ says the game won't go free-to-play as it would be bad for the customer.

By Brendan Kelly • 2 min read • Wed, 22nd Aug 2012
Mixed reviews for Wii U
Gaming

Mixed reviews for Wii U

Two reputable industry voices have expressed their opinions on the Wii U, with one declaring the new console a '$400 Xbox 360 seven years late'.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 17th Aug 2012
EA approached by buyers
Gaming

EA approached by buyers

Much-criticised publishing titan EA has reportedly been approached by two apparently eager buyers, according to the New York Post.

By Brendan Kelly • 2 min read • Fri, 17th Aug 2012

Stories from Other Regions

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Sony PS3 goes slimmer and lighter
Gaming

Sony PS3 goes slimmer and lighter

Redesigned console hits the worldwide market as Sony aims to further accelerate the Playstation platform across the globe.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 20th Sep 2012
NZ video games growth continues
Gaming

NZ video games growth continues

Local gaming industry nearly doubles in the last two years with 73 commercial video games released in past twelve months.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 13th Sep 2012
Labour tables alternative patent clause
Government

Labour tables alternative patent clause

Labour proposes alternative amendment to combat the government's Patents Bill, which they say will stifle New Zealand's software sector.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 12th Sep 2012
Samsung announces NZ tablet release date
Apple

Samsung announces NZ tablet release date

Samsung to launch its oversized Galaxy Note in NZ on August 29, offering an improved 10.1-inch display with pricing details forthcoming.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 16th Aug 2012