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Game review: Mario & Luigi: Brothership
Mon, 18th Nov 2024
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Nintendo continues to impress in 2024 with the launch of Mario & Luigi: Brothership, a captivating turn-based RPG exclusive for the Switch.
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Virtual reality app oVRcome reduces social anxiety by 35%
Mon, 18th Nov 2024
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ar, vr & metaverse
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university of otago
A clinical trial in New Zealand shows the virtual reality app oVRcome cuts social anxiety symptoms by 35.3%, marking a breakthrough in mental health treatment.
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REA issues guidance on Gen AI use in real estate services
Mon, 18th Nov 2024
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data protection
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data privacy
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cybersecurity
The Real Estate Authority has published guidance for real estate professionals on the responsible use of generative AI, stressing accountability for service delivery.
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Chorus advocates stricter guidelines for broadband marketing
Mon, 18th Nov 2024
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uc
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commerce commission
Chorus urges New Zealand's Commerce Commission to enforce stricter broadband marketing guidelines, promoting transparency for informed consumer choices.
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ASUS launches ExpertBook P5 with advanced AI features
Mon, 18th Nov 2024
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personal computing devices
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productivity
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asus
ASUS launches its first Copilot+ PC, the ExpertBook P5, in Australia and New Zealand, offering enhanced AI performance and productivity features.
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Game review: Lego Horizon Adventures (PS5 Pro)
Fri, 15th Nov 2024
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gaming
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Lego Horizon Adventures, now available for PS5, Nintendo Switch, and PC, offers a fun, kid-friendly take on the Horizon series with engaging gameplay.
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Bitdefender releases decryptor tool for ShrinkLocker
Fri, 15th Nov 2024
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malware
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ransomware
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advanced persistent threat protection
Bitdefender has launched a decryptor for ShrinkLocker ransomware, assisting victims in recovering their files and enhancing cybersecurity measures.
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espresso Displays launches new portable monitor & stand
Mon, 11th Nov 2024
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displays & projectors
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personal computing devices
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productivity
Sydney's Espresso Displays has unveiled the portable Espresso Display 15 and Stand+, enhancing ergonomics for travelling professionals.
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Game review: Life Is Strange: Double Exposure
Mon, 11th Nov 2024
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The latest instalment of Life Is Strange, Double Exposure, offers players a gripping narrative as Max unravels a friend's shooting across two timelines.
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Report reveals Kiwis' festive dining shifts for Christmas 2024
Sun, 10th Nov 2024
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ecommerce
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christmas
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online shopping
Appetise Insights' latest report reveals changing Christmas dining preferences in New Zealand, with Kiwis opting for budget-friendly, diverse meals this year.
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Hands-on review: GuliKit KK3 Max wired/wireless game controller
Fri, 8th Nov 2024
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gaming
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The GuliKit KK3 Max game controller impresses with its premium design and versatile compatibility, proving a worthy alternative for discerning gamers.
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Hands-on review: PlayStation 5 Pro
Fri, 8th Nov 2024
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gaming
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Sony's PS5 Pro is set to launch in New Zealand this holiday season, priced at NZD $1,379.95, offering enhanced graphics and a larger storage upgrade.
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JBL launches PartyLight Beam & Stick for PartyBox range
Fri, 8th Nov 2024
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smart home
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digital entertainment
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jbl
JBL has launched its new PartyLight Beam and PartyLight Stick, designed to enhance the PartyBox speakers with immersive light shows that sync to music.
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Google's Cloud mandates MFA, sparking mixed reactions
Thu, 7th Nov 2024
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it training
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mfa
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cloud security
Google's move to enforce multifactor authentication for all Cloud accounts has ignited varied reactions, urging firms to bolster security against rising cyber threats.
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Hands-on review: Beatbot AquaSense Pro Wi-Fi robot pool cleaner
Tue, 5th Nov 2024
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robots
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reviews
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smart home
With perfect timing, Beatbot contacted Techday’s new pool owner, Darren Price, asking if he would like to test its new Aquasense Pro robot pool cleaner.
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Game review: Empire of the Ants (Xbox Series X)
Tue, 5th Nov 2024
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Empire of the Ants offers a unique gaming experience on Xbox Series X, allowing players to explore a vivid world from an ant's perspective.
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Rise in AI-driven phishing sites targets crypto users
Tue, 5th Nov 2024
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malware
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cryptocurrency
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blockchain
Kaspersky's experts warn that cybercriminals are increasingly using Large Language Models to create sophisticated phishing schemes targeting cryptocurrency users.
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Fujifilm unveils X-M5 camera in New Zealand
Mon, 4th Nov 2024
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fujifilm
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content creation
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photography
FUJIFILM unveils the lightweight X-M5 mirrorless camera, featuring advanced AI autofocus and 6.2K video capabilities, priced at NZD $1,799.
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Game review: Rogue Flight (PS5)
Mon, 4th Nov 2024
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Indie title Rogue Flight revives the classic on-rails shooter genre with impressive graphics and challenging gameplay, earning a solid 8.0/10.
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Hands-on review: Kingston XS1000R 2TB external SSD
Thu, 31st Oct 2024
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reviews
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ssd storage
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data transfer
Kingston unveils its award-winning XS1000R 2TB external SSD, boasting speeds of up to 1050MB/s, ideal for on-the-go data transfer.