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Apple trends

Apple reveals their picks for the most popular apps, music and movies of 2017

Fri, 8th Dec 2017
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Apple has announced the most popular apps, music, movies, TV shows, books, and podcasts of 2017, highlighting emerging trends and indie creators.
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Digital Realty continues Asia Pacific expansion with new data center

Mon, 11th Sep 2017
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Digital Realty boosts Western Sydney's economy, creating 500 jobs with the construction of a new, cutting-edge data center.
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Fraser Coast Council deploys Promapp to ramp up workflow efficiency

Wed, 26th Jul 2017
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For example, if a customer request for a water meter issue is received, a work order can then be generated and a council staff member dispatched.
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Kindness doesn't hurt: New movement unites internet users to #keepitkindonline

Thu, 8th Jun 2017
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online harrassment
#keepitkindonline is a new social media campaign aimed at exposing the nasty side of the internet and encouraging people to making it a kinder place.
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Kickstarter project seeks to promote mental health through gaming heroes

Thu, 4th May 2017
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health education
A dedicated team is looking to create a breakthrough webseries that uses the power of video games to help those with mental illnesses.
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Can an app help curb your social media addiction?

Fri, 3rd Feb 2017
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software development
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apps
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social media
New app AntiSocial helps users track their smartphone usage, including social media, to understand how much time they truly spend on their phones.
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Eaton's east Asia VP talks data center sustainability, Singapore & Industry 4.0

Tue, 13th Dec 2016
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Eaton, a power management company, discusses their solutions for data center power and thermal management in Asia Pacific.
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Fitbit unleashes new sleep features

Wed, 22nd Jun 2016
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Fitbit has launched new sleep tools to help users improve sleep consistency and overall health, in collaboration with sleep experts.
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Could virtual reality stave off the obesity epidemic?

Mon, 29th Feb 2016
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Virtual reality shows promise in combating obesity and treating weight-related disorders, according to new research.
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Does marriage equality increase online bullying?

Thu, 4th Feb 2016
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An Australian group is feeling the heat from mental health organisations and Twitter users after claiming same sex marriage increases online bullying.
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Cirrus inks new contracts on back of services division launch

Wed, 30th Sep 2015
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mental health
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nimbus
Cirrus Networks has inked three contracts totalling $1.5 million since launching its managed cloud services division in June.
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Wireless Nation to promote wellbeing for rural Kiwis

Thu, 6th Aug 2015
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rural broadband initiative
Wireless Nation partners with Farmstrong to promote wellbeing for New Zealand farmers and growers by providing zero-rated data access to its website.
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Cirrus Networks celebrates after 154% revenue growth

Wed, 29th Jul 2015
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awards
Cirrus Networks celebrates a staggering 154% revenue growth in FY15, boosted by major client wins and a robust sales pipeline, reaching AUD $14.9 million.
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Android App Review: Toxic Thinking

Tue, 5th May 2015
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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apps
Toxic Thinking app, a boon for mental health awareness, falters on user experience, needing polish to match its noble purpose.
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No-mobile-phone-phobia worldwide epidemic

Mon, 16th Feb 2015
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digital entertainment
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apple
Nomophobia, the fear of being without a mobile phone, affects 66 million globally, with experts warning of its social and mental health impacts.
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Android App Review: Anti-stress Chromotherapy

Wed, 4th Feb 2015
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digital entertainment
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apps
Anti-stress Chromotherapy is a fancy name for a simple idea, packaging a basic one-action app as a mental health tool.
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Online bullying affecting adolescent mental health

Wed, 17th Dec 2014
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uc
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social media
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cyberbullying
the distinctive properties of an online environment introduce new dynamics that distinguish bullying from its offline variety.
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Has 'emotional' studying Facebook crossed the line?

Tue, 1st Jul 2014
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facebook
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social media
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Facebook has faced criticism over recent research which manipulated users' emotions, raising questions over ethics.
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Parents in the dark over cyberbullying

Mon, 16th Jun 2014
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cyberbullying
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connect smart week
Report reveals Kiwi parents clueless about children's cyberbullying woes, urging open talks for digital safety.
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Young minds find tech solutions for mental health

Thu, 24th Apr 2014
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government
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lifehack
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mental health
Lifehack Weekends are giving young people the opportunity to create technology-based solutions to aid mental health issues.