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Etsy completes Google Cloud migration in two years

“Etsy’s mission is to keep commerce human, and technology plays a vital role in this."More

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Game review: Create anything with Dreams on PS4

I cannot begin to comprehend all of the great user content I have seen from the Dreams community so far. My personal favourite game from Dreams at the moment is someone’s rendition of Fallout 4. More

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Chorus announces first Kiwi towns to receive HyperFibre

The availability of Hyperfibre means New Zealand is one of only 10 countries in the world to deploy broadband faster than one gigabit per second, and it is the first in the Southern Hemisphere.More

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Dell & Fortress Melbourne power the future of gaming

Melbourne’s new esports and gaming venue Fortress Melbourne has chosen Dell to run its entire IT infrastructure, right down to the PCs and peripherals.More

Samsung unveils new Galaxy S20 smartphone lineupMore

Spark & OUTLine take LGBTQIA+ message to NZ workplacesMore

Kiwibank to stop accepting chequesMore

Epson large format printers win design award More

Samsung commits to foldables with the Galaxy Z FlipMore

Samsung Galaxy Buds+ will support iOS devicesMore

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Game review: The Talos Principle - Deluxe Edition for the Nintendo Switch

Even though the story and the puzzles are great, I think the game’s beauty comes from the art style. More

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Singapore-based Garena buys game studio Phoenix Labs

Phoenix Labs is behind RPG games such as Dauntless, a free-to-play co-op action RPG.More

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Vodafone New Zealand supports Pride Month 2020

“This Pride Month we are proud to share what we do all year round to make our company inclusive of all gender identities and sexualities in Aotearoa."More

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'Emotionally evocative' storylines may decrease VR cybersickness

Context and details immerse people in VR experiences, and can reduce feelings of disorientation, eye strain, and nausea – but it all depends on how experienced a person is with gaming.More

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Public divided over police use of facial recognition - survey

The response comes as the European Union considers a ban on the use of facial recognition tech by law enforcement.More

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NZ telcos plead guilty, given fines over false invoicing

"It was a failure to implement and then ensure proper processes were operating. This was highly careless."More

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Wisk gets govt approval for flying taxi trials in Canterbury

The passenger route is a world’s first and will commence after Cora’s certification by the New Zealand Civil Aviation Authority.More

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Grandstream adds two new Wi-Fi access points to GWN range

Grandstream’s family of GWN Wi-Fi access points (APs) is now joined by two new additions: a long-range outdoor AP, and a new Wi-Fi AP with integrated internet switch.More

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Apple NZ profit drops 22%; revenue drops 8.6%

Apple has released its New Zealand annual financial statements to the year ended 28 September 2019, with a 22% dip in profit year-over-year.More

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NZ Police trials digital assistant 'Ella', built by Soul Machines

The two trials are part of a programme of work to modernise Police’s service delivery and showcase how Police is exploring digital technologies to develop future proofed and people focused non-emergency services.More

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Hands-on review: Skullcandy Crusher ANC Bluetooth headset

Active noise cancelling completely shuts out PC case fan noise, enabling even the most subtle sounds to be clear and crisp without a fan droning in the background. More

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Virgin Galactic relocates SpaceShipTwo, moves closer to commercialisation

“Today marks another step closer: We will have a genuine Space Valley in Southern New Mexico, a hotbed of innovation and achievement and space tourism development."More

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Callaghan Innovation empowers women in STEM careers

"STEM careers are much more dynamic than many expect, now powering creative industries and solving social and environmental problems.”More

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Humans to be working alongside robots in retail within 5 years - Gartner

77% of retailers are planning AI automation by 2021 according to new research. More

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Sony to launch new 4K handycam in March 2020

Sony’s new 4K handycam will hit the shelves next month, bringing new opportunities for keen videographers to film up a storm.More

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NZ gaming industry thriving as revenue skyrockets

The industry could potentially be worth $1 billion dollars by 2025 if it continues its 39% average annual growth.More

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30,000 Kiwis get ultra-fast broadband early

636km of new fibre has been added to the UFF’s network two years ahead of schedule.More

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Global smart home market set for rapid growth in near future

The valuation of the global industry has doubled since 2017, and is set to reach $158 billion in the next four years.More

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Qualitest snags Magic Quadrant honour after investing in AI

The company had invested in its AI capabilities having acquired AlgoTrace in December 2019.More

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Game review: Monster Energy Supercross – The Official Videogame 3 (PC)

The game’s slick presentation and amazingly realist visuals are complemented by a comprehension dirt bike physics and control system that is both challenging and rewarding. More

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Hands-on review: PS4 Back Button Attachment

The Back Button Attachment for the DualShock 4 is an interesting little device. Some people will find it very useful, although I feel most gamers don’t really require itMore

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KiwiSaver firm Generate hit by data breach

Between 29 December 2019 and 29 January 2020, the company alleges that an ‘unidentified’ third party gained access to its online application system and captured personal information belonging to some of its members.More

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Is smartphone innovation dead?

Have Apple, Samsung and co run out of ideas? Or is there something big waiting around the corner?More

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2K & Bethesda get their game on to raise funds for bushfire relief

And what better way to raise funds than to have gamers from each company play the other’s blockbuster game?More

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Game review: Zombie Army 4 - Dead War

Zombie Army 4: Dead War is different to most zombie games because it’s mostly about the action more than the survival elements. More

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Revealed: Top gaming trends as industry grows rapidly

Report reveals the maturing of cloud technologies and 5G will help cloud gaming become a major global market.More

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Monash University brings power to the people through video project

"Through Indaba, a group, community or organisation can create authentic videos, from ideation to production, and tell their story without third-party intervention."More

Coronavirus scare is already hitting tech market

GlobalData outlines the ways that China’s corporate shutdowns may have far-reaching effects for the global technology economy.More

Cyber criminals exploiting coronavirus fears

Cyber criminals are exploiting fears surrounding the current outbreak of coronavirus in an attempt to launch theft malware.More

Number of global online gamers to hit 1 billion in 2024

The number of online gamers had been increasing by nearly 50 million per year. More

South Australian map technology supporting Kangaroo Island bushfire efforts

The new technology provides real-time maps of the Kangaroo Island fire-front, supporting the efforts of the Australian Army and relief and recovery operations teams on the ground.More

Boomi highlights four customers leading in digital transformation

“The four winners of the 2019 Boomi Blue Challenge, illustrated that a comprehensive, cloud-native integration platform is a valuable strategic asset. The winners are true digital leaders."More

NVIDIA's GeForce NOW is live, but not for Asia Pacific (yet)

GeForce NOW is rolling out in North America and Europe – and although it’s yet to land in Asia Pacific, people in this region are already talking about it.More

2G and 3G networks are 'open doors' for cyber attacks

Security researchers have warned about SS7 for decades, however, the vulnerabilities have become more severe in recent years.More

Kiwis think benefits of the internet outweigh the negatives

"We’re pleased to see New Zealanders recognise and value the benefits the internet offers."More

Apple still owns growing wearables market, says GlobalData

While many consumers cannot afford the latest Apple Watch, there is an untapped demand for cheaper smartwatches.More

Game review: Patapon 2 Remastered

The player is a ‘god’ that gets to control a tribe of little beings called Patapons. In this second game, the Patapons are attacked by a huge Kraken and find themselves stranded on a strange new land. More

School holidays sees increase in broadband activity, Chorus says

“When the kids are at school, there’s a clear peak at 4pm when they come home, but when they’re on holiday, you can see much more consistent use throughout the day."More

Huge growth in malware connected to popular musicians - Kaspersky

Cybercriminals are actively abusing the names of artists and songs nominated for a Grammy 2020 award, in order to spread malware.More