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Apple unveils M4 Pro & M4 Max chips with new features
Thu, 31st Oct 2024
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Apple has unveiled its latest M4 Pro and M4 Max chips, enhancing Mac performance with cutting-edge technology and promising increased power efficiency.

Apple unveils MacBook Pro with new M4 chip range
Thu, 31st Oct 2024
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Apple has launched its latest MacBook Pro range featuring the M4 chips, promising enhanced performance and battery life for creative professionals.

Apple's new Mac mini: M4 power, carbon neutral tech
Wed, 30th Oct 2024
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Apple has unveiled a redesigned Mac mini, featuring M4 chips, enhanced performance, and becoming the first carbon-neutral device from the tech giant.

Spotify introduces playlist cover art customisation tool
Wed, 30th Oct 2024
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personalisation
Spotify has unveiled a feature enabling users to customise playlist cover art, letting them add personal touches to over 8 billion playlists globally.

Apple adds hearing health features to AirPods Pro 2
Tue, 29th Oct 2024
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Apple has launched new hearing health features for AirPods Pro 2, aimed at tackling noise exposure and aiding users with perceived hearing loss.

Game review: Just Dance 2025 Edition (PS5)
Tue, 29th Oct 2024
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digital entertainment
Just Dance 2025 Edition offers familiar gameplay with a new smartphone camera feature, yet suffers from limited innovation and reliance on online servers.

Hands-on review: Crucial Pro Overclocking 32GB DDR5-6000 memory modules
Tue, 29th Oct 2024
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digital entertainment
Micron's Crucial Pro Overclocking 32GB DDR5-6000 memory kit offers stylish performance enhancements for gamers, retailing at AUD $180 and NZD $250.

Apple unveils transformative AI software update for devices
Tue, 29th Oct 2024
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Apple has launched its Apple Intelligence software update across iPhone, iPad, and Mac, enhancing user privacy and device capabilities.

Apple unveils iMac with M4 chip & Apple Intelligence
Tue, 29th Oct 2024
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data privacy
Apple has unveiled its latest iMac featuring the M4 chip and enhanced AI capabilities, promising stunning speeds and vibrant colour options.

Game review: Super Mario Party Jamboree (Nintendo Switch)
Fri, 25th Oct 2024
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Super Mario Party Jamboree for Nintendo Switch offers over 110 minigames and various modes, ensuring fun for players of all ages.

Samsung unveils new Odyssey OLED gaming monitor range
Fri, 25th Oct 2024
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gaming
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displays & projectors
Samsung Electronics has unveiled its Odyssey OLED monitor range, boasting four new models designed to enhance the gaming experience for Kiwi gamers.

AI cyberattacks on retailers rise ahead of holiday season
Fri, 25th Oct 2024
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data protection
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physical security
Imperva reveals that online retailers face a staggering average of 569,884 AI-driven cyberattacks daily as the holiday shopping season approaches.

New Zealanders losing $3.8m weekly to online scams
Wed, 23rd Oct 2024
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cybersecurity
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New Zealanders are losing $3.8 million weekly to scammers, prompting the NCSC to call for heightened vigilance during Cyber Smart Week.

Game preview: Lego Horizon Adventures
Wed, 23rd Oct 2024
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Lego Horizon Adventures, a family-friendly retelling of Horizon: Zero Dawn, is set to release on November 14, 2024, promising fun for all ages.

House of Marley unveils eco-friendly audio product line
Tue, 22nd Oct 2024
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bluetooth
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House of Marley has launched a new eco-friendly audio range including the Revolution Turntable, Zion True Wireless Earbuds, and Smile Jamaica Mini Earbuds.

Game review: NHL 25 (Xbox Series X)
Mon, 21st Oct 2024
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digital entertainment
NHL 25 impresses with stunning graphics and diverse game modes, but its challenging gameplay may frustrate newcomers to the franchise.

Lenovo launches AI-optimised ThinkSmart Core Gen 2 device
Mon, 21st Oct 2024
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cloud security
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Lenovo has unveiled the AI-optimised ThinkSmart Core Gen 2, designed for video conferencing, promising 40% less power consumption and enhanced collaboration features.

Retro arcade machines reimagined as art in Ponsonby
Sat, 19th Oct 2024
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gaming
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auckland council
Retro arcade machines have been transformed into eye-catching art installations at Studio One - Toi Tū, celebrating the nostalgia of 80s and 90s gaming.

Hands-on review: Narwal Freo Z Ultra
Thu, 17th Oct 2024
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reviews
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smart home
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gadgets
The Narwal Freo Z Ultra, retailing at AUD $1,999, impresses with powerful suction and smart cleaning, making household chores seem effortless.

Hands-on review: HoverAir X1 drone
Thu, 17th Oct 2024
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The HoverAir X1 drone boasts impressive autonomous flying features and delivers smooth 2.7K video quality, perfect for novices.