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 320
My top five tear jerkers...
Tue, 8th Jul 2014
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film
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movies
It was nothing but a cruel joke that made every single unsusupecting kid and adult cry their frickin eyes out.
iOS review: Budget Tracker
Mon, 7th Jul 2014
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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apps
Become a savings addict with Budget Tracker, the app transforming frugality into a game of smart spending and detailed budgeting.
Facebook, nipples and inappropriate photo sharing...
Mon, 7th Jul 2014
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facebook
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instagram
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moth
Instagram's strict rules on nudity lead to a toddler's photo removal, igniting debate on online safety vs. sharing intimate moments.
Facebook tells users... 'Happy anniversary!'
Mon, 30th Jun 2014
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facebook
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photography
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creative technologies
Facebook has launched a new anniversary story for people who have shared the date of their relationship or wedding anniversary on Facebook.
iOS Review: I appreciate you, Trademe
Mon, 30th Jun 2014
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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apps
TradeMe's app shines as it eases Auckland's property and car hunt, becoming a cherished tool for seamless searches and purchases.
How to use social media to land a job...
Mon, 30th Jun 2014
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facebook
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linkedin
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Unlocking your dream job with social media: Experts advise on leveraging platforms like LinkedIn and Facebook to stand out to employers.
iOS review: True or False? Test your wits!
Wed, 25th Jun 2014
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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apps
Test your quick wit with True or False on iOS – a simple, engaging way to challenge your knowledge across various topics.
Farewell, old friend.
Tue, 17th Jun 2014
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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apple
The once-dominant household television is losing its status as mobile devices and streaming services reshape viewing habits, marking TV's gradual fade.
iOS review: Think
Tue, 17th Jun 2014
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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apps
Think, iOS's latest puzzle game sensation, combines visual cues with AI to challenge players in over 360 mind-bending puzzles.
Instagram has finally stepped up
Mon, 16th Jun 2014
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ios
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apple
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instagram
Instagram elevates user experience with 10 new editing features, enhancing creative control without compromising simplicity.
Social Networking for the Antisocial - Cloak
Mon, 9th Jun 2014
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social media
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cloak
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founders
Cloak app launches as the antisocial network, using location data to help users avoid unwanted run-ins with friends.
Facebook relationship status: Ask?
Wed, 4th Jun 2014
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data privacy
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facebook
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social media
Facebook's new 'ask' button lets users query their friends' relationship status directly, igniting mixed feelings about privacy and online social norms.
iOS Review: Subway
Fri, 23rd May 2014
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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apps
Rediscovering Subway's charm with a convenient twist, their iOS app enhances the quick and healthy eating experience in my busy life.
Worst films of the year...so far
Fri, 23rd May 2014
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film
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movies
Plummeting to cinematic lows, 2023's worst films list includes Vampire Academy and Divergent, proving even star casts can't save some stories.
iOS review: 100 Balls
Thu, 22nd May 2014
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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apps
100 Balls review: A deceptively simple iOS game that's an addictive blend of skill and tactics, perfect for those quick gaming breaks.
DVD review: The Way Way Back
Thu, 22nd May 2014
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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film review
The Way Way Back is a 2013 coming-of-age film, written and directed by Nat Faxon and Jim Rash in their directorial debut.
Stop smoking with Quitbit...
Mon, 19th May 2014
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reviews
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technology gifts
Quitbit, a revolutionary lighter, tracks your smoking habits, aiming to help users cut down or quit by monitoring and setting goals.
Sshh... Twitter doesn't like you
Mon, 19th May 2014
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facebook
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social media
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x
Twitter introduces mute feature, letting users silently sideline noisy tweeters without the drama of unfollowing.
Sssh... I have a Secret
Wed, 14th May 2014
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uc
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data privacy
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apps
Secret, the latest viral app, lets users post anonymous thoughts without judgement. Created by ex-Google and Square employees, it promises true anonymity.
iOS Review: Domino's Pizza
Wed, 14th May 2014
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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apps
A switch from Hell Pizza, our journalist explores the Domino's Pizza iOS app, praising its extensive menu, ease of navigation, and real-time order tracking.