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The safest altitude for flying drones above marine life
Fri, 12th Jul 2019
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film production
If you’re planning to use a drone for a birds-eye-view of nature at its finest, it’s best to consider how high up you’re flying that drone.

Mobile data usage causes huge demand for mobile broadband
Fri, 12th Jul 2019
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uc
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mobile data
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oecd
In 2018, broadband subscriptions rose by 8%, or 108 million subscriptions, resulting in mobile broadband penetration reaching just under 110%.

DevOps amongst most sought after skillset
Fri, 12th Jul 2019
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uc
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devops
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apm
The survey found 53% of respondents believe technical skills have the highest impact on the effectiveness of an organisation or department.

UK tackles mapping challenges for self-driving vehicles
Thu, 11th Jul 2019
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cartech
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self-driving cars
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autonomous vehicle
The UK is spearheading global standards for high-definition mapping crucial for the safe deployment of self-driving vehicles, aiming for wide-scale use by 2030.

Scam warning: Fake Google reviews and business listings targeting the vulnerable
Thu, 11th Jul 2019
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email security
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cybersecurity
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google
Kiwis are being advised to remain alert for fake Google reviews and business listings, as scammers exploit the vulnerable by targeting emergency services.

Hands-on review: The 6th Gen Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon
Thu, 11th Jul 2019
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
Lenovo’s 6th Gen ThinkPad X1 Carbon is a portable powerhouse, boasting sharp imagery, robust connectivity, and a featherweight design at just over 1kg.

The 80s are calling: Commodore 64 gets a remake
Wed, 10th Jul 2019
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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computers
The Commodore 64 is getting a revamp with a full-size keyboard and retro joystick, and will be released on December 5th.

Kiwi tech company creates AR experience for new home builds
Wed, 10th Jul 2019
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ar, vr & metaverse
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building
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ar
AR studio Reactar created a mobile platform called homeAR that helps buyers of new homes decide how their house should look.

CERT NZ report: Unauthorised account access a growing problem
Wed, 10th Jul 2019
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phishing
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email security
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iam
New Zealanders reported direct financial losses of $1.7 million. While that is still a substantial loss, the figure is a 71% drop from the previous quarter.

Apple updates MacBooks for uni students
Wed, 10th Jul 2019
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personal computing devices
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apple
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mobility
Barely two months since its last spruce-up, Apple is giving the MacBook Pro yet another update – while the MacBook Air has also had an upgrade.

Trade Me and GirlBoss kick off GirlBoss Awards for 2019
Wed, 10th Jul 2019
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mental health
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girls in stem
Nominations are open for the 2019 GirlBoss Awards, celebrating young Kiwi women shaping the future of New Zealand.

AMD unleashes the ultimate PC gaming platform
Tue, 9th Jul 2019
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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amd
AMD launches an advanced PC gaming platform featuring Radeon RX 5700 series graphics cards and 3rd Gen Ryzen processors, promising peak performance and visuals.

The kids are alright: Social media helps Kiwi parents monitor their grownup kids
Tue, 9th Jul 2019
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healthtech
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uber
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health and safety
No matter how old you are, some parents just want to make sure you’re okay when you’re having a night out on the town.

10 times malware proved that MacOS isn't bulletproof
Mon, 8th Jul 2019
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malware
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cybersecurity
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personal computing devices
In the first half of 2019, ten distinct malware threats have targeted macOS, dispelling the myth of its impenetrability, says SentinelOne.

Jaguar Land Rover accelerates electrification plan
Mon, 8th Jul 2019
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cartech
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evs
Jaguar Land Rover to accelerate electrification, announcing new all-electric vehicles at Castle Bromwich plant, securing thousands of UK jobs.

The four key trends shaping modern consumer behaviour
Fri, 5th Jul 2019
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partner programmes
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social media
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branding
Brand accountability and embracing nostalgia are key factors in modern consumer behaviour, according to a study by UM.

Video conferencing: How to make interviewing less awkward
Fri, 5th Jul 2019
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uc
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video conferencing
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voip
Candidates still prefer face-to-face job interviews, finding them less awkward than video interviews, according to a BBC report.

Amazon admits storing Alexa recordings until users take action
Fri, 5th Jul 2019
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data protection
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smart home
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data privacy
Amazon has admitted that Alexa recordings, along with their transcripts, are stored on its servers until users manually delete them, raising privacy concerns.

UPDATED: Orvibo & Arlo smart home products patched to prevent attacks
Fri, 5th Jul 2019
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vpns
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surveillance
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smart home
The security of smart home devices is once again under the spotlight this week, as two different device manufacturers come under fire for major vulnerabilities.

UNSW's robot soccer team face off at world cup in Sydney
Fri, 5th Jul 2019
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robots
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ai
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robots vs people
About 170 teams and over 1,200 participants from universities and research laboratories around the world are expected to compete at this year’s main event.