http://www.geekzone.co.nz/paulspainTech News and Opinions (by Paul Spain)enhttp://www.geekzone.co.nz/paulspain/8470News and OpinionWed, 12 Jun 2013 13:45:00 PDTRecorded in Sydney, this episode looks at some technologies you are likely to be using in the future - from the Xbox One and PlayStation 4 at E3, to some ground breaking new products using Intel's 4th Generation Core (Haswell) processors. The stand... (more in the full post)http://www.geekzone.co.nz/paulspain/8468News and OpinionMon, 10 Jun 2013 14:45:00 PDTIn this latest episode of the NZ Tech Podcast we discuss the USA's PRISM surveillance scandal, Apple's WWDC news (iOS 7, new MacBook Air, iTunes Radio, new Mac Pro), the E3 Gaming Conference and a look at HP's Envy 15 and Envy 17. This episode prod... (more in the full post)http://www.geekzone.co.nz/paulspain/8467News and OpinionMon, 10 Jun 2013 01:23:00 PDTIn Los Angeles this morning Microsoft shared launch details, pricing, a reserve program, a special commemorative bundle and accessories for the upcomign Xbox One gaming console and home entertainment hub. The Xbox One will become available in New Ze... (more in the full post)http://www.geekzone.co.nz/paulspain/8466News and OpinionMon, 10 Jun 2013 00:48:00 PDTApple has this morning revealed it's latest mobile operating system, iOS 7. With it comes a slew of new features and a redesign to various aspects of the user interface. The new operating system for iPhone and iPod Touch device is due to launch in t... (more in the full post)http://www.geekzone.co.nz/paulspain/8465News and OpinionMon, 10 Jun 2013 00:35:00 PDTThis morning in San Francisco Apple have announced iTunes Radio, a free Internet radio service featuring offering some 200 stations which draw from the music catalogue of the iTunes Store. The service launches initially in the US fall season. iTunes ... (more in the full post)http://www.geekzone.co.nz/paulspain/8460News and OpinionMon, 03 Jun 2013 20:47:00 PDTWe discuss the first 8" Windows tablet (Acer Iconia W3), Windows 8.1 and it's many new features, the future of Wi-Fi as it cosies up to 3G/4G mobile connectivity, Blackberry Z10 in NZ, Sony NEX6 camera, Fitbit Flex fitness gadget, Microsoft Surface ... (more in the full post)http://www.geekzone.co.nz/paulspain/8451News and OpinionWed, 29 May 2013 04:58:00 PDTIf you've been following coverage of the D11 event in California you were probably expecting interesting things due to an incredible line-up of CEO guests. But this took me by surprise as I was reading AllThingsD - Motorola CEO Dennis Woodside and R... (more in the full post)http://www.geekzone.co.nz/paulspain/8449News and OpinionMon, 27 May 2013 17:34:00 PDTPaul Spain is joined by tech head comedian Dai Henwood to discuss Google's rumoured Wi-Fi blimps, the upcoming Xbox One, Microsoft's Surface Pro and the cool 'My Little Geek' book. Also featured is a massive treasure trove of information on choosing... (more in the full post)http://www.geekzone.co.nz/paulspain/8447News and OpinionMon, 27 May 2013 16:38:00 PDTTwo days prior to Xero's big win at the NZ Hi-Tech Awards Paul Spain and Nate Dunn of the NZ Tech Podcast sit down for a word with Xero CEO Rod Drury. Amongst the discussion Rod Drury shares a secret - "I still think of myself as an 18 year old ska... (more in the full post)http://www.geekzone.co.nz/paulspain/8436News and OpinionTue, 21 May 2013 12:30:00 PDTIn this special edition of the NZ Tech Podcast, we offer a chance to learn more about the winners of the 2013 NZ Hi-Tech Awards - from why they are attracting international attention to how they are funded. Featured are founders and key staff from V... (more in the full post)http://www.geekzone.co.nz/paulspain/8435News and OpinionTue, 21 May 2013 07:47:00 PDTThis week Paul Spain is joined by Sim Ahmed to discuss the NZ Hi-Tech Awards, Google I/O, Wi-Fi smart bulbs from Limitless LED, Philips and Lifx. We also delve into the latest in smartphones, tablets and laptops. This episode hosted by Paul Spain (@... (more in the full post)http://www.geekzone.co.nz/paulspain/8427News and OpinionThu, 16 May 2013 08:12:00 PDTAlthough Microsoft are yet to make a formal announcement concerning Surface Pro pricing in New Zealand some details have been shared by retailer Noel Lemming today. Noel Leeming's website shows a listing for Microsoft's Surface Pro 64GB and 128GB ta... (more in the full post)http://www.geekzone.co.nz/paulspain/8425News and OpinionWed, 15 May 2013 17:23:00 PDTAn update on the challenges and opportunities of Ultra-Fast Broadband (UFB) in New Zealand as Paul Spain chats with Graham Mitchell (CEO - Crown Fibre Holdings). This episode hosted by Paul Spain (@paulspain). Crown Fibre Holdings can found at www.c... (more in the full post)http://www.geekzone.co.nz/paulspain/8424News and OpinionTue, 14 May 2013 19:57:00 PDTThis week Paul Spain is joined by Nate Dunn and Rod Drury to discuss Slingbox, new HTC and HP Android devices, MYOB's acquisition of BankLink, VDSL and UFB, Blackberry expansion to iOS and Android, 2degrees new prepaid mobile plans and more. This e... (more in the full post)http://www.geekzone.co.nz/paulspain/8416News and OpinionWed, 08 May 2013 09:10:00 PDTWith the availability of Ultra-Fast Broadband services increasing the New Zealand Telecommunications Forum (TCF) says it's important consumers are able to compare the differing plans and options from each Internet provider. While UFB.org.nz (and prev... (more in the full post)http://www.geekzone.co.nz/paulspain/8414News and OpinionMon, 06 May 2013 15:06:00 PDTThis episode Paul Spain speaks with Stephen Crombie (CIO, NZ Police) following his speech at the recent Mindstorm conference. We hear how the rollout of 10,000 iPhones and iPads is establishing our NZ Police as global leaders. This episode hosted b... (more in the full post)http://www.geekzone.co.nz/paulspain/8401News and OpinionSun, 28 Apr 2013 17:33:00 PDTThis week we discuss stopping the killer robots, the new Ford Kuga car technology (with foot gestures), Galaxy S4, Blackmagic 4K Camera, Google Glass, the next Xbox, tablet market share figures, NZ's demand for internet data, Budweiser's Facebook mu... (more in the full post)http://www.geekzone.co.nz/paulspain/8395News and OpinionMon, 22 Apr 2013 16:10:00 PDTThis week we discuss bite size Windows tablets, Asus Padfone, Samsung Galaxy S4, Slingshot's Igloo bundle, I'm Watch, Sonos Playbar, Dlink Wireless Extender and an update from Orcon following its sale. Despite having finished our recent giveaway, w... (more in the full post)http://www.geekzone.co.nz/paulspain/8392News and OpinionMon, 15 Apr 2013 23:51:00 PDTOn the NZ Tech Podcast this week we talk about our hands on experience with the Samsung Galaxy S4, Lenovo ThinkPad Helix, Nokia Lumia 520 and Facebook Home. Also discussed is Wheedle's re-launch, the sale of Orcon by Kordia and 2degrees new data rol... (more in the full post)http://www.geekzone.co.nz/paulspain/8390News and OpinionTue, 09 Apr 2013 15:56:00 PDTFor this special NZ Tech Podcast episode Paul Spain talks with Chris Quin, CEO at Telecom Retail about Business in NZ, Ultra-Fast Broadband, 4G LTE Mobile, The Icehouse (Quin is Chairman of the Board) and of Telecom NZ past, present and future. Thi... (more in the full post)http://www.geekzone.co.nz/paulspain/8387News and OpinionMon, 08 Apr 2013 15:31:00 PDTThis week we discuss Facebook Home, Telecom's 4G LTE news, HP's massive loss in NZ, HP Moonshot server, new products from Panasonic including bone conduction headphones and the devices for the digital TV switchover. We're giving away three handsets... (more in the full post)http://www.geekzone.co.nz/paulspain/8382News and OpinionMon, 01 Apr 2013 18:42:00 PDTThis week we discuss NZ Tech Podcast's big smartphone giveaway, TelstraClear's disappearing act, HD Voice, Telecom UFB announcement and job cuts, finalists announced for the Hi-Tech Awards and sad news regarding 2degrees CEO Eric Hertz and his wife ... (more in the full post)http://www.geekzone.co.nz/paulspain/8378News and OpinionMon, 25 Mar 2013 19:13:00 PDTIn the spotlight - Windows codename 'Blue', refreshed Windows 8 apps, Telecom UFB launch, Samsung Galaxy S4 launch price and a chat about hands on time with a variety of devices across Windows, Android and iOS. This episode hosted by Paul Spain (@pa... (more in the full post)http://www.geekzone.co.nz/paulspain/8377News and OpinionMon, 25 Mar 2013 18:20:00 PDTThis week we've launched the NZ Digital Podcast - an offshoot of the ever popular NZ Tech Podcast. The focus is squarely on digital marketing, media, online, social media, advertising, film/TV, software and entrepreneurship. In this first episode we... (more in the full post)http://www.geekzone.co.nz/paulspain/8375News and OpinionWed, 20 Mar 2013 10:38:00 PDTThis afternoon, Telecom NZ have confirmed the Samsung Galaxy S4 will launch late April and be available to purchase outright for $1149. Preorders begin immediately. The Galaxy S4 is expected to be Samsung's biggest selling device yet - following fro... (more in the full post)