Apps stories - Page 9
Te Reo Māori goes global via language app called Drops
Tue, 12th Feb 2019
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te reo māori
If you’re keen to learn a few words of Māori – or as much as 90% of the language, you may want to check out an Android and iOS app called Drops.
Why the growing threat of scam apps demands attention
Thu, 31st Jan 2019
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malware
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cybersecurity
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Unethical online advertising and app management can have serious consequences, warns ESET. Users urged to verify apps before installing to avoid scams.
5 tips for protection against surging number of scam apps
Wed, 30th Jan 2019
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malware
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email security
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cybersecurity
We all love them and our lives are effectively run by them, but research has revealed apps are increasingly growing deceitful with ulterior motives.
Huawei's AI-powered storybook app for deaf children
Thu, 3rd Jan 2019
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huawei
Huawei Australia has launched an AI-powered app designed to improve the reading experience for children who are deaf and hard of hearing.
Homegrown stress relief app to be launched next year
Fri, 14th Dec 2018
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apm
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low-code
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software development
The University of Auckland and RUN are developing BadGood, a playful app designed to revolutionise stress relief by utilising smartphones' full capabilities.
Tether: The Kiwi startup fighting back against cold, damp homes
Fri, 7th Dec 2018
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uc
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cleantech
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apps
Local startup Tether aims to solve New Zealand's housing problem with its home environmental monitoring system.
Hands-on review: Dyson Pure Cool Purifying Fan
Fri, 23rd Nov 2018
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
The Dyson Pure Cool Purifying Fan clears the air and brings relief from allergies with efficient HEPA filters and smart mobile app controls. Here's our review.
Student app Niesh gets $1m funding windfall
Tue, 20th Nov 2018
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apps
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students
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niesh
New Zealand student app Niesh, founded by Jae Yoo and James Koo, could be worth $10m once it rolls out nationwide.
NZ-grown fitness app draws on augmented reality
Tue, 20th Nov 2018
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hyperscale
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public cloud
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ar, vr & metaverse
Fitness junkie Amy Lee Summers has launched an AR fitness app, Amy Lee Fit, which features fitness plans, recipes and more.
Hola, Ola! NZ's newest ridesharing service comes to town
Fri, 9th Nov 2018
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ola
Ridesharing service Ola launches in Auckland, Wellington, and Christchurch, offering affordable, reliable transportation and low commission rates for drivers.
Exclusive: The benefits of a low-code development platform
Mon, 8th Oct 2018
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apm
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low-code
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software development
Companies embracing low-code development platforms, such as OutSystems, can accelerate application deployment, cut labour costs, and strengthen security.
Marvel's Spider-Man comes to Garmin's kids fitness tracker
Mon, 24th Sep 2018
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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apps
Encouraging kids to become active and stay active from an early age is something that Garmin is taking seriously.
Ola launches new ridesharing service in NZ
Thu, 20th Sep 2018
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Ola’s app includes emergency features including an emergency button that helps passengers instantly share ride information with friends and family.
FIXR on a mission to raise $200,000 to expand car services app
Wed, 22nd Aug 2018
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digital transformation
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virtual marketplace
Car services app FIXR is aiming to raise $200,000 to fund additional features such as online transactions and advertising.
How Kiwi SMBs can connect and trade, quickly
Mon, 20th Aug 2018
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digital transformation
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apps
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bartercard
Trade exchange platform Bartercard has recently launched its app, designed to help Bartercard members utilise the network more efficiently.
Apple Supreme Court case could have ‘far-reaching ramifications’
Mon, 30th Jul 2018
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smartphones
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apm
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low-code
A GlobalData analyst says that the outcome of the Apple v Pepper case could impact the app development market at all levels.
New marketplace app helps Kiwis find trusted car repair experts
Tue, 10th Jul 2018
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apps
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virtual marketplace
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fixr
FIXR has released New Zealand’s first app marketplace that can help Aucklanders find trusted automotive service providers.
Kiwi company given nod by Microsoft for work with BBC
Mon, 11th Jun 2018
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partner programmes
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apm
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low-code
NV Interactive was named as a finalist in the Microsoft Worldwide Partner Awards for their work on an app for the BBC.
Datacom’s local govt app launches issue-reporting feature
Thu, 17th May 2018
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apps
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datacom
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local government
It is free for people in the community to use and is already in use by a number of councils in New Zealand and Australia.
‘App overloaded’ employees want simple comms solution - Survey
Tue, 6th Mar 2018
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apps
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ringcentral
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communication
A survey has revealed that employees are spending up to an hour each day navigating between various communications apps.