America stories - Page 2
Netflix still keeping mum about ratings
Thu, 23rd Jun 2016
Netflix maintains a code of silence around it's data, occasionally teasing the entertainment industry with snippets of information.
NZ dollar tumbles after strong US jobs data increases chances of Fed hike in June
Mon, 9th Mar 2015
The New Zealand dollar fell to its lowest in more than three weeks as the greenback soared after better-than-expected US jobs data boosted speculation.
Microsoft names new global Channel Chief
Mon, 2nd Sep 2013
Company veteran replaces Jon Roskill, who served for three years as corporate vice president of the company’s Worldwide Partner Group.
Lenovo opens US manufacturing line
Mon, 10th Jun 2013
Lenovo launches its first US PC manufacturing line in North Carolina, creating 115 new jobs and challenging the trend of overseas electronics production.
Lenovo looking at BlackBerry takeover?
Wed, 13th Mar 2013
Computer maker CEO says company may consider an acquisition of Canadian firm at some point in the future, causing shares to rally.
Just put the mouse down and step away from the computer
Tue, 12th Mar 2013
China seeks cyber peace with US, urging cooperation over conflict after hacking claims, despite US's skepticism.
Facebook loses 1.4m US users
Mon, 21st Jan 2013
Facebook lost 1.4 million US users over Christmas, leaving experts to ponder if digital detoxing and social media fatigue are driving the exodus.
Samsung scraps Windows RT U.S. tablet plans
Mon, 14th Jan 2013
South Korean company cancels plans to release Windows RT device across America as retail partners 'don't see strong demand.'.
Microsoft rings in New Year with retail boost
Thu, 3rd Jan 2013
Microsoft unveils expansion of its retail stores across America, bolstering its 2012 success with new locations announced.
Cancel before the storm
Mon, 29th Oct 2012
Google postpones Android event scheduled for today due to concerns over the impending Hurricane Sandy across New York.
The business lunch question
Tue, 23rd Aug 2011
A Kiwi entrepreneur is bringing LetsLunch, a US networking site for business lunches, to New Zealand, creating unique opportunities for corporate professionals.
HP TouchPad price queried
Mon, 1st Aug 2011
HP faces scrutiny over TouchPad pricing as its NZD $799 and $949 models are significantly higher compared to US prices, despite factors like GST and freight.
Apple among Hulu tyre-kickers
Tue, 26th Jul 2011
Apple eyes Hulu, sparking debates on its potential acquisition to bolster iTunes and challenge Netflix, despite brand operation differences.
Australasian Databases
Wed, 1st Jul 2009
Family history research has gone digital. Australasian Databases (ANZGDB) now empowers genealogists with access to over 13 million global records.
OBAMA’S SPEED WOBBLES
Mon, 1st Sep 2008
HAVING SEWN UP THE DEMOCRATIC PARTY’S nomination for the US presidency, Senator Barack Obama now hears history calling.