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Forza Motorsport 6 is Xbox One exclusive with all-new Ford GT

Microsoft and Turn 10 have announced Forza Motorsport 6 which will be released exclusively for the Xbox One console.

By Damian Seeto • 2 min read • Tue, 13th Jan 2015

Internet of Things

New tech and ideas flood 2015 CES

As CES this year there was a record number of innovative technologies showcased, from personalised health care solutions to connected devices and 3D printers.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 12th Jan 2015

Unified Communications

The future of mobile networks, according to Nokia's Ray Owen

Pat Pilcher caught up with Ray Owen, the new head of ANZ for Nokia to chat about the future of mobile networks.

By Patrick Pilcher • 6 min read • Tue, 6th Jan 2015

Cartech

Radical approach by Microsoft NZ opens up refurbished market

Kiwi resellers are jumping on board a Microsoft initiative which enables them to get Windows OEM software at half price for refurbished computers.

By Heather Wright • 3 min read • Fri, 19th Dec 2014

Internet of Things

Gartner says 4.9 billion connected 'things' will be in use in 2015

Gartner predicts a surge in IoT, with 4.9 billion connected devices in 2015, rising to 25 billion by 2020, revolutionising industries and services.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 14th Nov 2014

Drones

Will the internet of products need digital ownership certificates?

In a world buzzing with smart devices, the call for digital ownership certificates grows amidst privacy and liability concerns.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 25th Sep 2014

Unified Communications

Sheer Driving Pleasure? Vodafone NZ powers new era of connected car innovation

Vodafone and BMW launch ConnectedDrive in New Zealand, allowing BMW vehicles to connect to Vodafone's machine-to-machine (M2M) platform.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 24th Sep 2014

Cartech

Samsung shines as Gartner reveals best regional supply chains...

Gartner has published its annual list of leading supply chains in Asia Pacific with ten regional companies making the list.

By Staff Writer • 7 min read • Tue, 9th Sep 2014

Unified Communications

Vodafone leaves telematic trail with Italian Cobra acquisition

Vodafone enhances global telematics footprint with the acquisition of Italy's Cobra, promising superior connected car services.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Thu, 14th Aug 2014

3D Printing

Hype in 3D Printing? Absolutely… but some maturity, too

3D printing, once a hype, now shows maturity and is set to revolutionize from retail to aerospace, despite early sensationalised fears.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 23rd Jul 2014

Samsung

Samsung voted best brand in Asia...

Samsung named best and most trusted brand in Asia for third year running, according to Campaign Asia's annual survey.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 26th Jun 2014

Unified Communications

Govt: New Vodafone HQ to anchor Christchurch Innovation Precinct

Vodafone's new HQ will be the keystone of Christchurch's Innovation Precinct, set to transform the city into a hub for technology and growth.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Wed, 4th Jun 2014

Gaming

Meguiar's Car Pack released for Forza 5

Microsoft has launched the Meguiar's Car Pack for Forza Motorsport 5 with ten new vehicles celebrating over 60 years of performance cars.

By Darren Price • 3 min read • Wed, 7th May 2014

Cartech

Apple puts iOS on your dashboard with Apple CarPlay...

Apple and Volvo team up to bring iOS to drivers with Apple CarPlay, promising to transform the in-car experience.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 4th Mar 2014

Stories from Other Regions

Automotive stories

Cartech

NZ new vehicle sales rose to a record in January

New Zealand new vehicle sales, which rose to a record last year, have continued the upbeat trend this year, rising to a new high for a January mont.

By Pattrick Smellie • 2 min read • Tue, 3rd Feb 2015

Cartech

Uber adds larger vehicle option and updates Auckland pricing structure

Uber rolls out uberXL for up to 6 passengers in Auckland, revamps fare structure, and drops CBD flat fare to enhance service quality.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 25th Nov 2014

Facebook

Find My Next Ride

Think Facebook and Trademe combined. Users can interact with each other, ask questions, post pictures, update their status and watch videos.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 16th Oct 2014

Cartech

Camera tech captures Kiwi's car imagination

A Kiwi car company has become the first New Zealand car distributor to introduce reversing cameras as standard across its entire range of cars and vans.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 14th Jul 2014