About Shannon
Shannon Williams
News Editor
Shannon is an experienced journalist and editor with a strong interest in technology and the digital world. Her career spans a wide range of sectors, including tech, politics, tourism, transport and climate change, where she brings a sharp editorial eye and an ability to translate complex issues into clear, engaging stories.
Stories by Shannon - Page 316
Spotify finally brings dark theme to iPad
Mon, 3rd Nov 2014
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digital entertainment
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apple
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spotify
The new look brings Spotify's dark theme, refreshed typography and rounded iconography that can be seen on the mobile and desktop platforms.
Uber has impact on transit price index
Mon, 3rd Nov 2014
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uber
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public transport
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travel
As Auckland comes in at #28 in the World Ubran Transit Price Index, it seems Uber is having a real influence on transport costs across the world.
The Apple CEO is gay... so what?
Fri, 31st Oct 2014
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apple
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bt
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technology gifts
Apple CEO Tim Cook publicly acknowledges his sexual orientation as gay, a major step forward for the LGBT movement.
Lower South Island fibre internet cut by farmer
Fri, 31st Oct 2014
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uc
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fibre
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spark
Access to fibre internet was cut for some parts of the lower South Island after a farmer dug through a cable.
Get your head out of the sand - software and development the way forward
Fri, 31st Oct 2014
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devops
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apm
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software development
New global study from CA Technologies reveals companies focused on software and development outperform companies who aren't.
Looking back at this year's Ingram Micro Showcase
Fri, 31st Oct 2014
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virtualisation
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it automation
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microsoft
Ingram Micro's NZ Technology Showcase dazzles with over 2000 attendees, making tech breakthroughs and industry networking the highlight of the year.
Spark opens digital future with huge investment in cloud services
Fri, 31st Oct 2014
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storage
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uc
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iaas
Spark Digital opens $60 million Takanini Data Centre as the company continues its investment programme in cloud services.
Google's Lollipop biggest redesign of Android in years
Thu, 30th Oct 2014
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google
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apple
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motorola
The latest version of Google's Android mobile operating system is being touted as the biggest redesign of Android in years.
Cloud is where the magic happens says Gartner
Thu, 30th Oct 2014
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private cloud
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iaas
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cloud services
Cloud computing is uniquely susceptible to the perils of myths due to the nature, confusion and hype surrounding it.
New anti-bullying computer game to promote cultural change in schools
Thu, 30th Oct 2014
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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cyberbullying
Cyberbullying and the links between violent computer games and real-life violence are all too frequent headline topics.
Microsoft tempts buyers with slim, cheap smartphone model
Thu, 30th Oct 2014
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uc
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microsoft
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windows 8 phone
The Lumia 830 is the thinnest and lightest Lumia in the flagship range and comes pre-loaded with Windows Phone 8.1.
Virtual SIM - the disruptor or catalyst for a better customer experience
Wed, 29th Oct 2014
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uc
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cx
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martech
To remain relevant in a very competitive landscape, the operators will need to be more creative and deploy services beyond connectivity.
Spark to bring the NBA to its broadband customers
Wed, 29th Oct 2014
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uc
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sports
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sky
Partnerships like these bypass Sky's sports channels and allow fans to watch games without the need for a Sky Sport subscription.
Kiwi companies invest in Microsoft Azure
Wed, 29th Oct 2014
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public cloud
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microsoft
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cloud services
Kiwi companies embrace Microsoft Azure with new Australia-based data centres, heralding a digital transformation era for local businesses.
Big telco helps Kiwi tech firm increase profit
Tue, 28th Oct 2014
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uc
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martech
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commerce systems
The latest generation of payment hardware such as that provided by Swipe is a good example of how technology can make it easier for customers to do business.
Storage limits become thing of the past with Microsoft's OneDrive
Tue, 28th Oct 2014
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storage
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microsoft
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cloud storage
Microsoft has announced they are abolishing space restrictions on its cloud-based OneDrive storage services for its Office 365 subscribers.
Will the virtual sim break the telco strangle hold?
Tue, 28th Oct 2014
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uc
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apple
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ipad
Soft sims will allow users to switch from one network to another, just like switching out your sim card, instead it's all done with software.
Siri who? Meet Watson - IBM's cognitive computing system
Tue, 28th Oct 2014
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uc
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healthtech
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google
IBM's Watson, outdoing Siri with its ability to learn and converse in natural language, revolutionises computing at the Westcon event.
Subdomains increased security risk for businesses
Fri, 24th Oct 2014
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cybersecurity
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cloud services
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detectify
Subdomains are not always properly validated, allowing attackers to set up new accounts and abuse subdomains forgotten by companies.
Symantec aims to make businesses more resilient against attacks
Fri, 24th Oct 2014
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data protection
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dr
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cybersecurity
Symantec pushes for businesses to enhance cyber-defence, highlighting the four-step plan at a Westcon event to combat emerging threats.