Developers (Devs) stories - Page 169
Battlefield 3 to require EA's Origin
Tue, 16th Aug 2011
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DICE confirms that Battlefield 3 will require EA's Origin client on PC, sparking disappointment among Steam users who must install another game client.
Facebook and Google upping their game
Fri, 12th Aug 2011
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Facebook and Google ignite a digital showdown, broadening their rivalry into gaming with feature updates and popular titles.
iCloud open for developers
Mon, 8th Aug 2011
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Apple invites developers to test iCloud, hinting at future capabilities for syncing data across devices. iCloud to replace MobileMe by June 2022.
Newcomers to challenge 'entrenched' players
Fri, 5th Aug 2011
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New services Google+ and iCloud are set to challenge Facebook's dominance in the mobile space, according to a survey by Appcelerator and IDC.
Square Enix rescues True Crime: Hong Kong
Wed, 3rd Aug 2011
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Cancelled project True Crime: Hong Kong saved by Square Enix, set for release under a new name by the original Canadian developers.
Apple delivers advanced Lion for iCloud tests
Mon, 25th Jul 2011
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Apple bypasses 10.7.1 to release Lion 10.7.2 for iCloud testing, focusing on refining its cloud service ahead of market launch.
Australasia shut out of Star Wars game launch
Mon, 25th Jul 2011
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Australasia left in the dark as EA and LucasArts exclude New Zealand and Australia from Star Wars: The Old Republic game pre-orders.
An App a day keeps the doctor away
Tue, 12th Jul 2011
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Apple celebrates hitting 15 billion App Store downloads, a milestone achieved in just six months, underscoring the platform's unprecedented success.
Bungie waves goodbye to Halo
Mon, 11th Jul 2011
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Bungie formally bids farewell to the Halo series on Bungie Day, passing the torch to 343 Industries as they embark on multiplatform development.
Game review: Infamous 2 – PS3
Fri, 1st Jul 2011
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Infamous 2 electrifies the PS3 with its enhanced gameplay, setting a new high for open-world action. A must-play sequel that outshines its predecessor.
Kiwi Microsoft Partner Award winners announced
Mon, 27th Jun 2011
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NZ firms Provoke, GreenButton, and NV Interactive clinch top spots at Microsoft Partner Awards, showcasing Kiwi tech innovation on global stage.
Eve Online: Incarna 1.0 now live
Wed, 22nd Jun 2011
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Eve Online embarks on a new era with Incarna 1.0, letting players explore beyond their spacecraft for the first time.
LA Noire employees demand credit
Wed, 22nd Jun 2011
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Team Bondi, behind the hit LA Noire, faces backlash as former Sydney staff demand credit for their work amidst allegations of harsh conditions.
E3 Nintendo Round-up
Mon, 20th Jun 2011
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At E3, Nintendo wowed with the Zelda orchestration, pledged depth with the Wii U, and aimed to please both hardcore and casual gamers.
First look at iOS 5
Tue, 7th Jun 2011
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Apple unveiled a first look at the next generation of its mobile device operating system at its annual Worldwide Developers Conference.
Apple set to unleash Lion
Wed, 1st Jun 2011
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Apple to debut OSX Lion and more at WWDC, with Steve Jobs leading the charge. New versions for iPhone, iPad, and iCloud also expected.
Clearswift strengthens NZ presence with Connector Systems
Mon, 30th May 2011
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Clearswift partners with Connector Systems to distribute software in New Zealand, boosting its presence in the Asia Pacific region.
LA Noire: Gameplay impressions
Fri, 27th May 2011
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LA Noire impresses with its groundbreaking facial animations but falls short on gameplay and character depth, not quite living up to its hype.
Citrix loads on the announcements
Thu, 26th May 2011
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Virtualisation multinational Citrix loaded up on announcements at its Synergy 2011 conference in San Francisco, with several new products being unveiled.
Twitter welcomes TweetDeck to the nest
Thu, 26th May 2011
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social media
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social media management
Twitter secures its future by acquiring TweetDeck, enhancing its offer to power-users and brands in a bid to monetise tweets effectively.