Labour promises to set up AI regulator, copyright rules if elected
about 4 hours agoThe plan would give New Zealand a dedicated AI office and tougher copyright protections, aiming to curb risks and share gains with workers.
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Hands-on reviews
Recently tested tech, gadgets and consumer gear.
JBL Live Beam 4 earbuds
Budget-conscious buyers may like the JBL Live Beam 4 earbuds, which deliver strong sound and 48 hours of battery life for NZD $289.
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Samsung Music Studio 7
At just shy of NZD $700, the 3.1.1-channel speaker is a pricey but versatile rival to Bose and Sonos for music and films.
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Samsung Z Fold8
Its lower cost, slimmer build and barely visible crease make Samsung's latest foldable the first to seriously tempt iPhone users.
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Game preview: Marvel's Wolverine (PS5)
Blood-soaked combat and linear levels set Marvel's Wolverine apart from Insomniac's Spider-Man games as the PS5 exclusive nears release.
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Game preview: Star Wars Zero Company (PC)
Set in the Clone Wars era, the tactical game blends X-Com-style firefights with base management, custom squads and a grim new enemy.
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OPPO Enco Clip2 Open Earbuds
Clip-on earphones from OPPO are impressing testers with secure comfort, strong bass and 40 hours of battery life, despite the NZD $399 price.
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OPPO Bubble adds a smarter viewfinder
A live rear-camera preview and remote shutter make selfies and group shots easier for compatible OPPO phone owners.
Fri, 31st Jul 2026
Oppo Reno 16 Pro 5G balances style
Its NZD $1,799 price brings flagship expectations, yet the compact handset falls short on chip speed and wireless charging.
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Gaming Reviews
The latest game verdicts, previews and playable tech.
The Blood of Dawnwalker
A timed 30-day quest adds pressure to this vampire action-adventure, but its fair combat and rich setting keep it compelling.
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Star Wars Zero Company (PC)
A strong squad-based campaign and permadeath stakes give this Clone Wars-era strategy game more tension than most Star Wars tie-ins.
Last week
Elden Ring Tarnished Edition (Switch 2)
Switch 2 owners get Elden Ring and its acclaimed DLC, but the handheld port is capped at 30fps and can still dip below that.
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Nioh 3 'Hell Rising' DLC
Hardcore fans may enjoy the punishing challenge, but this short expansion feels steeply priced for three hours of reused content.
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Game preview: Marvel's Wolverine (PS5)
Blood-soaked combat and linear levels set Marvel's Wolverine apart from Insomniac's Spider-Man games as the PS5 exclusive nears release.
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Beast of Reincarnation (PS5)
Game Freak's new action RPG stands out with slick parries, but repeated enemies and bosses may test PS5 players' patience.
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Game preview: Star Wars Zero Company (PC)
Set in the Clone Wars era, the tactical game blends X-Com-style firefights with base management, custom squads and a grim new enemy.
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