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Why Microsoft Office has had its day
David Glance 7:15 AM As mobile changes the way we communicate, we need Microsoft's ancient suite of software less and less.
Apple makes iCloud opt-out
Tim Biggs 1:01 PM Users setting up a brand new iPhone or iPad will no longer be asked whether or not they'd like their content sent to Apple for storage, syncing.
Life's too short to rush into software updates
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Telstra fixes Apple services after issues
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Grand final finally screens in high-def again
Adam Turner This weekend's AFL and NRL grand finals will both screen in high-definition as part of the HD sport revival on free-to-air television.
Swipe up: Tinder's new 'super-like' function
Kate Aubusson Tinder's got a brand new feature- the 'super-like'.
Microsoft Sydney store gets opening date
Ben Grubb Microsoft reveals its first Australian store will open in Sydney in just over a month's time.
Tablets
Apple's smaller iPad finally measures up again
Tim Biggs The iPad Mini 4 is great news for those who prefer a smaller form factor but don't want to compromise on power.
Phones
If you're getting a 6s, get it now
Joseph Hanlon If telco fees for the latest iPhone mirror pricing for last year's model, you will save a lot by getting it before Christmas.
Social
Video profile pics coming to Facebook
Animated profile pictures and more customisation options part of an upgrade coming to mobile versions of Facebook.
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Today's News: Apple punches Google
Peter Wells Is Apple's News app just another front in its war against Google?
Free to air TV, free from the telly
Adam Turner In the internet age, there's no reason to stay tied to the couch to watch live TV.
Unis try to defeat iphone cheats
Katie Cincotta Social media and smartphones are making it easier for students to cheat, with a misconduct investigation at the University of Sydney confirming the need to lock down the channels for collusion and plagiarism.
Blogs & Columns
Gadgets on the Go
Life's too short to rush into software updates
Adam Turner 11:43 AM Whether it's Apple iOS 9 or Android 6.0, Windows or Mac, there's no reason to rush into major software updates.
Social Radar
Grey nomads navigate Facebook land
John Elder In her first week of taking an online course through the Copenhagen Business School, Melbourne woman Justine Raczkowski was challenged to name a social problem that needed solutions.
MacMan
How my Apple Watch saved my life
Garry Barker I woke up feeling a bit odd. I strapped on my Apple Watch, unlocked the iPhone, and then felt for my pulse on my right wrist. Soon I was in the hospital cardiac unit for observation and treatment.
Imaging
Three bonzer little photo apps
Terry Lane Three excellent apps are all you need to prepare brilliant slide show photo presentations.
