About Nick
Nick Forrester
Senior News Editor
Born and raised in Auckland, Nick moved to Wellington after high school to complete his undergraduate degree, before moving back to Auckland to complete his postgraduate degree in journalism from AUT. Nick is a passionate writer, and is keen on politics, gaming and writing reviews that no one asked for. An undercover nerd, you can find him on any given night at a pub quiz, board game night or hanging out with his dog.
Former TechDay team member.
Stories by Nick - Page 13
OPPO unveils its newest mid-range smartphone - the A91
Thu, 23rd Apr 2020
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digital signage
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displays
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oppo
The mid-range smartphone joins the Apple iPhone SE, announced last week, in the increasing pool of new smartphones hitting the market at less than NZ$1000.
Google unveils ambitious plan for '24/7 carbon-free data centres'
Thu, 23rd Apr 2020
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datacentre infrastructure
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power / energy
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clean technologies
Google aims for '24/7 carbon-free' data centres by using a new computing platform that shifts tasks to times when greener energy sources are plentiful.
Netflix hits jackpot: Q1 2020 sees subscriber count and revenue skyrocket
Wed, 22nd Apr 2020
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digital entertainment
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netflix
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video
The streaming behemoth earned big in the first quarter of this year, adding record levels of new subscribers and increasing revenue 27.6% year-on-year.
Corporations are failing to deal with e-waste responsibly - report
Tue, 21st Apr 2020
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uc
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clean technologies
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voip
A new report by Blancco Technology Group reveals a major e-waste crisis, as 76% of end-of-life devices are not sanitised and reused despite CSR policies.
COVID-19: Video game industry doing well, but all is not rosy for consoles
Tue, 21st Apr 2020
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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supply chain
The video game industry is thriving during the pandemic as seen in global sales and user spikes, but console manufacturers face tough challenges ahead.
Plans for floating data centre in Singapore revealed
Tue, 21st Apr 2020
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manufacturing
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hyperscale
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dc
Keppel Data Centers plans Singapore's first floating data centre, using seawater cooling and LNG for power. Expected to save energy and land.
Revealed: Top gaming trends as players stay home
Mon, 20th Apr 2020
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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console gaming
Shooters, gambling, and deck-building games have seen substantial growth in player share as billions turn to video games for entertainment during lockdown.
Interview: Thriving in lockdown - how a coding school in Vietnam beat the odds
Mon, 20th Apr 2020
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martech
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e-learning
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ai
It's March 10 2020, and CoderSchool in Ho Chi Minh just went entirely online. A success story followed - here's how a lockdown helped a school thrive.
COVID-19: Global esports revenue will take a hit despite higher viewership
Thu, 16th Apr 2020
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esports
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analyst report
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covid-19
Newzoo has revealed that it has adjusted its previous estimate for worldwide esports as a result of the cancellation of big-ticket events.
UN and Hackster.io partner up to take on COVID-19 in developing countries
Thu, 16th Apr 2020
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healthtech
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united nations
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covid-19
The UNDP and Hackster.io have teamed up to launch a challenge aiming to innovate affordable tech solutions to combat COVID-19 in developing nations.
Apple announces new iPhone SE, the 'most affordable' iPhone yet
Thu, 16th Apr 2020
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apple
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apple iphone
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technology gifts
Apple unveils the second-generation iPhone SE, its most affordable yet at NZD $799, featuring a 4.7-inch Retina HD display and the powerful A13 Bionic chip.
Latest Ford and Volkswagen smart cars pose 'serious' privacy and security risk
Wed, 15th Apr 2020
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data privacy
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cybersecurity
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volkswagen
Investigations reveal security flaws in Ford and VW smart cars, exposing drivers to privacy breaches and hackers' control over critical vehicle functions.
Interview: Cohesity ANZ director on data management in a COVID-19 world
Tue, 14th Apr 2020
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wireless networks
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cloud services
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data management
COVID-19 has reshaped data management, says Cohesity's Steve Coad. Companies must now tackle cloud storage, backup solutions, and soaring cybercrime threats.
Interview: Aura GM on security implications for enterprise during and post-pandemic
Thu, 9th Apr 2020
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phishing
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email security
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cybersecurity
The shift to remote work amid COVID-19 has intensified cyber threats, raising questions about data security and privacy. Aura GM Peter Bailey shares insights.
COVID-19: Contactless payment limit increased to $200
Thu, 9th Apr 2020
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martech
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commerce systems
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supply chain
New Zealand has increased the contactless payment limit from NZD $80 to NZD $200 to curb COVID-19 spread, rolling out changes over the next few weeks.
Interview: Ping Identity exec on why security system updates are critical during COVID-19
Wed, 8th Apr 2020
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malware
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zero trust security
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hybrid & remote work
Ping Identity's Ashley Diffey argues that perimeter-based models must be replaced with identity-centric security, amid rising COVID-19 cyber threats.
Microsoft Teams announces commitment to privacy in wake of Zoom woes
Wed, 8th Apr 2020
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uc
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hybrid & remote work
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microsoft
In response to Zoom's security woes, Microsoft Teams pledges to uphold robust privacy policies amidst rising demand for virtual meetings during the pandemic.
Google Chrome postpones changing cookie policy in wake of COVID-19
Tue, 7th Apr 2020
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data privacy
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cybersecurity
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healthtech
Google Chrome delays its SameSite Cookie policy update due to COVID-19, to ensure stability for essential services websites like banking and healthcare.
Trade Me outlaws all 'non-essential' items, announces strict new guidelines
Tue, 7th Apr 2020
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hyperscale
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public cloud
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martech
Trade Me enforces strict new guidelines, restricting sales to essential items only in compliance with NZ Government alert level 4 lockdown measures.
Hands-on Review: Skull & Co GripCase Bundle for Nintendo Switch
Mon, 6th Apr 2020
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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nintendo
The Skull and Co GripCase Bundle transforms Nintendo Switch gaming with enhanced comfort, practical storage, and customisable grips for bed-gamers.