About Shannon
Shannon Williams
Journalist
Shannon is a freelance editor and writer. As a professional content creator over the last ten years, Shannon has worked across many industries including tech, business and travel, in a variety of mediums including media, publishing, communications and social media. She has a knack for finding the right voice for her audience and relishes the opportunity to tell stories.
Stories by Shannon - Page 477
1000th school to get government's fast internet
Thu, 23rd Oct 2014
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Fast internet reaches 1000 NZ schools, promising innovative learning and connectivity thanks to government investment.
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.
MYOB invests in cloud-based ERP and financial software provider
Wed, 22nd Oct 2014
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financial systems
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MYOB is confident that mid-sized clients across New Zealand and Australia will embrace the opportunities a cloud-based ERP solution can offer.
More gigs for social media users with new Spark offer
Wed, 22nd Oct 2014
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social media
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.
Westcon helping Kiwi businesses use cloud services
Tue, 21st Oct 2014
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Westcon Group champions cloud adoption among New Zealand businesses, aiming to simplify cloud services at its fully-packed Imagine 2014 event.
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.
Wireless storage device My Passport now available in New Zealand
Mon, 20th Oct 2014
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storage
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wireless networks
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cloud services
Save, access and share stored content wirelessly with any smartphone, tablet, computer or other device with My Passport.
Kiwi telco provides snappy home broadband
Mon, 20th Oct 2014
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Snap has announced a national-high speed UFB plan, giving Kiwis access to the country’s fastest broadband throughout New Zealand.
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.
Is NZ internet slowing down small Kiwi businesses?
Mon, 20th Oct 2014
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financial systems
New Zealand's small businesses unhappy with internet access and costs, according to MYOB Digital Nation report.
New Zealand research supports global shift in workforce
Mon, 20th Oct 2014
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woohoo
New Zealand study reveals rising trend of multiple job holdings, mirroring a global workforce shift, with major tax refund implications.
Kiwi tech start up jumps in the online shopping ring
Mon, 20th Oct 2014
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shopping
Kiwi start-up SellShed's new app revolutionises smartphone shopping, attracting 4,000 global downloads in its debut week.
Kiwi production house wins at Innovation Awards
Mon, 20th Oct 2014
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KIWA, a NZ production house for experiential digital books, wins Innovation Award for Media, Music and Entertainment, celebrated for their innovative approach.
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.
Over half a million Kiwi Vodafone customers with 4G smartphones
Fri, 17th Oct 2014
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personal computing devices
Over 500,000 Vodafone NZ customers now enjoy 4G, as the tech becomes the primary choice 18 months after its NZ debut.
EFTPOS NZ official supplier to the NZ Breast Cancer Foundation
Fri, 17th Oct 2014
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eftpos
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verifone
EFTPOS New Zealand have been announced as the official eftpos supplier to the New Zealand Breast Cancer Foundation.
Move over Netflix, HBO online is coming
Fri, 17th Oct 2014
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digital entertainment
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amazon
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netflix
The online streaming service will first be offered in the United States, but there are plans to bring it overseas.
Yahoo gets serious about mobile messaging apps
Fri, 17th Oct 2014
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snap
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discovery
Yahoo intensifies efforts in mobile messaging, acquiring Blink, investing in Snapchat, aiming to enhance or innovate in the messaging space.
Nexus 6: more Android, more screen, more everything
Fri, 17th Oct 2014
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smartphones
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motorola
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nexus
Motorola unveils Nexus 6 with Android 5.0, a mighty 6-inch display, and rapid charging, setting a new benchmark for smartphones.
New Sony Xperia Z3 phones operator-exclusive to Spark
Fri, 17th Oct 2014
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smartphones
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gaming
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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.