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 317
Facebook jumps on the anonymity bandwagon with new Rooms app
Fri, 24th Oct 2014
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Facebook launches Rooms app, encouraging anonymous conversations about shared interests without needing a real name or account.
Microsoft to kill off Nokia branding on mobile devices
Fri, 24th Oct 2014
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Microsoft ditches the Nokia name for its mobile devices, switching to Microsoft Lumia, less than a year after buying the once-dominant phone brand.
Cloud-based start up Ora to help Kiwi small businesses with growth
Thu, 23rd Oct 2014
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Ora is a software platform designed to help SMEs grow by providing business owners with access to a range of tools and access to its business partners.
Google announces Inbox: is the future of email finally here?
Thu, 23rd Oct 2014
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Google unveils Inbox, a revolutionary email service poised to redefine email management and user-friendliness, promising an organised future.
Gamers beware: Hackers hired for as little as five dollars
Thu, 23rd Oct 2014
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Distributed Denial of Service attacks are frequently marketed to gamers as a way to disrupt competing teams or players.
Attention all students: solve your maths problem with your camera phone
Wed, 22nd Oct 2014
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Students can now easily tackle maths woes by snapping a pic with their phone, thanks to the launch of PhotoMath app in London.
More gigs for social media users with new Spark offer
Wed, 22nd Oct 2014
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Refreshing newsfeeds and checking Twitter timelines has become a part of people's day-to-day lives, so it makes sense to give customers more data to do so.
Kiwi app gives peace of mind at the press of a button
Tue, 21st Oct 2014
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2Life, NZ's first 24/7 safety app, launches nationwide, offering instant help at the tap of a button, redefining personal security.
Tap and go with your mobile phone thanks to Westpac
Mon, 20th Oct 2014
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Westpac launches mobile PayTag, turning any phone into a 'tap and go' card for speedy, secure transactions, reshaping how we pay.
Auckland-based Finzsoft adopts IBM cloud to offer as-a-service solutions
Fri, 17th Oct 2014
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Auckland's Finzsoft teams up with IBM cloud, boosting its banking software reach across Asia Pacific with as-a-service solutions.
Yahoo gets serious about mobile messaging apps
Fri, 17th Oct 2014
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Yahoo intensifies efforts in mobile messaging, acquiring Blink, investing in Snapchat, aiming to enhance or innovate in the messaging space.
New Sony Xperia Z3 phones operator-exclusive to Spark
Fri, 17th Oct 2014
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Spark's exclusive Sony Xperia Z3 range, boasting robust features and PS4 Remote Play, launches with enticing giveaways for early buyers.
Apple offers Yosemite as free upgrade
Fri, 17th Oct 2014
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Apple unveils Yosemite as a free upgrade, revolutionising Mac with a fresh design and seamless iOS device integration.
Trend Micro videos demonstrate risky online behaviours
Thu, 16th Oct 2014
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Users often share confidential information and location details without having much security enabled on their devices.
AVG steps up its Wi-Fi security offerings
Thu, 16th Oct 2014
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AVG has launched a new version of the AVG Wi-Fi Assistant, an Android app that protects users from Wi-Fri tracking and hacking.
Mobile friendly websites are not always mobile friendly
Wed, 15th Oct 2014
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Despite advancements, many sites remain stubbornly not mobile optimised, prompting Google to test warning icons in search results.
Helping those who help: how social media has changed the charity landscape
Wed, 15th Oct 2014
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Social media enables charities to target different audiences, get more people involved and increase awareness of their brand.
Don't let The Man get you: tech tools to tackle oppression & stay anonymous
Wed, 15th Oct 2014
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China's internet controls are the most advanced worldwide, but people are turning to apps like Firechat to avoid censorship.
Sparks continue to fly over Orcon throttling campaign
Wed, 15th Oct 2014
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Orcon rebukes Spark's denial of broadband throttling, highlighting differences in traffic management amidst a fiery debate.
Spark hits back against 'bogus' Orcon throttling claims
Tue, 14th Oct 2014
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Spark has hit back at claims made by Orcon over traffic throttling, claiming it's nothing more than a PR stunt.