About Ben
Ben Moore
News Editor - Channel
Ben was born in the UK and was promptly shuffled across the universe to Auckland at a young age. He is a total geek but tries to be pretty casual about it. He was sucked into theatre in his teens, which led to a lot of time on stage, as well as writing and directing when he could. After spending four years as high-school Drama teacher, Ben decided that it was about time for him to move on and see what else the world has to offer. However, wherever he goes he will always be sure to return home to his best-friends/cats.
FYI, this is an ex-employee of TechDay.
Stories by Ben - Page 46
ComCom releases findings from fibre services study
Thu, 20th Dec 2018
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uc
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chorus
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commerce commission
The Commerce Commision has released the summary report for its study to inform the development of regulations for Chorus and other fibre companies.
Huawei and Oppo fastest growing handsets in Oz
Thu, 20th Dec 2018
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devices
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apple
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samsung
Although they still are far from Apple and Samsung's numbers, the Chinese manufacturers are staking their claim on a piece of the Aussie market.
Next-gen mobile signal booster launches in NZ
Thu, 20th Dec 2018
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devices
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vodafone
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signal booster
After a successful launch across the ditch, the Cel-Fi GO has come to the New Zealand market for people and businesses.
WLAN market picks up thanks to high-end products
Wed, 19th Dec 2018
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network infrastructure
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wireless networks
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cloud services
Dell’Oro Group have released a report showing that the WLAN market picked up in 2Q18 as 802.11ax saw its first shipments.
Three imperatives for the modern workplace in 2019
Wed, 19th Dec 2018
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hcm
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ar, vr & metaverse
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trends & predictions
Global IT services company Avanade has released what it sees as the three most important technology focus areas for workplaces in the coming year.
Xinja can now officially call itself a bank
Tue, 18th Dec 2018
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disruption
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digital disruption
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financial institutions
The ‘neo’bank that is focused on being a digital disruptor to traditional financial institutions has received a restricted banking license from APRA.
Radware joins Chillisoft’s expanding portfolio
Tue, 18th Dec 2018
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firewalls
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ddos
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network infrastructure
The cloud DDoS prevention, app delivery controller, and web app firewall expert is another step toward a total enterprise security portfolio.
IDC: Manufacturing, retail/wholesale biggest cloud spenders
Tue, 18th Dec 2018
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it in manufacturing
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healthtech
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it industry
UK industry groups are expected to spend $37.5bn on cloud solutions in 2018, with manufacturing showing strongest growth, according to IDC.
Spark creates enhanced Teams solution for business
Tue, 18th Dec 2018
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uc
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microsoft
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plantronics
Spark has combined the Microsoft Teams product suite with a number of other unique benefits to create Spark Enhanced Teams (SET).
UPDATED Review: Blue Mic’s Satellite headphones are good but...
Mon, 17th Dec 2018
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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headphones
Blue Microphones' new Satellites headphones have received mixed reviews, with concerns raised over quality control.
The tech that helped the first woman to sail around Australia
Mon, 17th Dec 2018
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gps
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inmarsat
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mental health
Lisa Blair used devices from supplied by Pivotel to aid her in becoming the first woman to circumnavigate Australia non-stop.
Review: Should you buy the Fitbit Charge 3?
Mon, 17th Dec 2018
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gaming
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wearables
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digital entertainment
If you are new the to the world of wearables you might be wondering if Fitbit’s new offering is a good first step. Maybe I can help with that.
Avnet to boost AI/IoT solutions with acquisition
Mon, 17th Dec 2018
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iot
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ai
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m&a
The acquisition of Softweb Solutions adds software and artificial intelligence to Avnet’s ecosystem and bolsters its IoT capabilities.
Noel Leeming slapped with $200,000 fine for misrepresentation
Mon, 17th Dec 2018
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devices
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commerce commission
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noel leeming
Noel Leeming has been fined NZD $200,000 for misleading consumers about their rights under the Consumer Guarantees Act, according to the Commerce Commission.
Review: Polycom's VoxBox may be the last speaker you'll need
Fri, 14th Dec 2018
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gaming
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uc
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digital entertainment
Super clear voice in both directions, Bluetooth connectivity, and a sleek form factor - what else can you ask for?.
Forcepoint and Chillisoft - “a powerful combination”
Thu, 13th Dec 2018
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casb
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cybersecurity
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chillisoft
Following Chillisoft’s portfolio expansion by signing on Forcepoint, the companies’ execs explain how this is a match made in cybersecurity heaven.
David Hickling in memoriam: “Celebrate the life and the music it made”
Thu, 13th Dec 2018
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integral
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ingram micro
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distributors
Dave was a well-respected presence in the IT channel and his recent death was felt by all the many people who knew him as a colleague and a friend.
Bringing security to the next-level of networking
Tue, 11th Dec 2018
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
By securing your network at the DDI level, you can prevent DNS attacks, data exfiltration, and put a barrier around every connected device.
The 2018 Canalys APAC Channels Forum keynote
Thu, 6th Dec 2018
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hyperscale
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public cloud
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multi-cloud
There was a lot to unpack at the Canalys APAC Channels Forum keynote. This long-form piece tries to cover all the most relevant points for ANZ.
NZ’s ‘smartest street’ underway in Auckland
Tue, 4th Dec 2018
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smart cities
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iot
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cisco
Spark, with the help of several partners, has installed IoT devices in a 300m stretch of an Auckland street in a major step toward smart city status.