About Jacques-Pierre (JP)
Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas
Reviewer
With a background in media, JP is the definition of a tech nerd. After a stint as a journo, he's moved on to marketing but in his spare time, he still loves deep-diving into the best of tech, games, and films. You can chat to JP about anything from the latest console releases to supercomputer teraFLOPs and he'll be sure to have an opinion.
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Game review: Samsara is a puzzle lover's dream game
Mon, 26th Feb 2018
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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reviews
Samsara, a captivating 2D indie puzzle game from New Zealand, combines intricate block mechanics and an immersive story, perfect for puzzle enthusiasts.
Vodafone and Huawei test IP microwave backhaul for 5G
Fri, 23rd Feb 2018
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uc
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5g & beyond
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wireless networks
Vodafone and Huawei's lab tests show IP microwave links can achieve up to 2.7 Gbps, presenting a viable 5G backhaul solution with low latency.
Intel set to bring 5G PCs to customers in 2019
Fri, 23rd Feb 2018
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uc
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network infrastructure
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5g & beyond
Intel announced its collaboration with Dell, HP, Lenovo and Microsoft to bring 5G connectivity to Windows PCs.
Spaceborne computer set to teraFLOP its way across the Solar System
Thu, 22nd Feb 2018
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spacetech
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hpe
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solar power
HPE's super space computer, launched into space by SpaceX, has achieved one teraFLOP status and is running smoothly.
Snapdragon 845: Immersing users in a brave new world of VR
Thu, 22nd Feb 2018
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ar, vr & metaverse
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qualcomm
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snapdragon
Qualcomm's Snapdragon 845 Mobile Platform is set to revolutionise VR and AR with its advanced capabilities, promising to merge physical and digital realms.
Riverbed embraces the power of one-click connectivity
Thu, 22nd Feb 2018
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network infrastructure
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sd-wan
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sdn
Riverbed Technology enhances SteelConnect with one-click connectivity to AWS, Azure, Wi-Fi integration, and LTE, simplifying hybrid IT management and security.
The end is nigh, doors can no longer stop robots
Thu, 22nd Feb 2018
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robots
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robots vs people
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boston dynamics
BostonDynamics' SpotMini, a dextrous home robot, now can open doors, signifying a leap in mobile manipulation tech.
Ex-Cyclone Gita may have blown away your internet
Wed, 21st Feb 2018
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chorus
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fibre
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cyclone computers
Ex-Cyclone Gita disrupts internet for about 1,000 Kiwi households, mostly due to power outages. Chorus works to restore services but access issues persist.
Lightbox changes its platform in preparation for Lightbox movies
Wed, 21st Feb 2018
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digital entertainment
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lightbox
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spark
Lightbox is upgrading its technology platform and launching Lightbox Movies, a pay per view service, and Lightbox Kids for children's content.
How Spark's transformation strategy impacted their bottom line
Wed, 21st Feb 2018
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uc
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spark
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pipe
Spark's financial results for H1 FY18 show progress on its transformation strategy, with strong performance in mobile, cloud, security, and service management.
Genesis creates a one-stop-shop for home automation
Tue, 20th Feb 2018
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datacentre infrastructure
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smart home
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power / energy
Energyhub, a pilot project by Genesis, offers New Zealanders a diverse range of energy products to connect, manage, and control their energy.
Qualcomm, Samsung and KT achieve multi-vendor 5G NR interoperability
Tue, 20th Feb 2018
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uc
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5g & beyond
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wireless networks
The end-to-end 5G NR interoperability testing demonstrated the essential components of the 5G NR air interface.
NEC contributes to virtualized network ecosystem
Tue, 20th Feb 2018
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network infrastructure
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digital signage
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devops
NEC announced its membership to the OpenMSA community, an open source ecosystem launched by UBiqube for promoting virtualized network orchestration.
Westpac, ANZ and ASB ditch outdated ATM fees
Tue, 20th Feb 2018
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westpac
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atms
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anz bank
Westpac, ANZ, and ASB have announced the scrapping of outdated ATM fees, responding to customer feedback and absorbing transaction costs.
Eaton appoints Gavin Swadling as ANZ channel boss
Tue, 20th Feb 2018
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eaton
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job moves
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industrial
As part of his new role, Swadling will develop Eaton's PQ channel vision, strategy and business plan to drive interaction with its partners.
Huawei to help operators seize the opportunities of 5G
Mon, 19th Feb 2018
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uc
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5g & beyond
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wireless networks
Huawei is set to unveil a comprehensive range of 5G-ready Massive MIMO AAU products at MWC 2018, aimed at boosting operator readiness and user experiences.
Intel sees promise in silicon spin qubits for quantum computing
Mon, 19th Feb 2018
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semiconductors
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quantum computing
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intel
Quantum computing is heralded for its potential to tackle problems that today's conventional computers can't handle.
Tech Data partners with Dbvisit in ANZ
Mon, 19th Feb 2018
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oracle
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tech data
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distributors
Tech Data will distribute Dbvisit's Oracle data solutions in Australia and New Zealand, enhancing its offerings and creating new revenue streams for partners.
New Canon Oceania managing director announced
Fri, 16th Feb 2018
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canon
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photography
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creative technologies
Canon Oceania appoints Akira Yoshida as new managing director, succeeding Yusuke Mizoguchi, who will transition to a role at Canon Europe in April 2018.
NEC develops low-power circuit technologies for millimeter-wave radio units
Thu, 15th Feb 2018
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uc
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digital signage
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5g & beyond
NEC Corporation announced it has reduced the size of the millimeter-wave radio units for fifth-generation mobile communications.