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Game review: Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake (Xbox Series X)

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Square Enix’s Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake on Xbox Series X offers classic RPGs with stunning visuals, smooth 60fps gameplay, and modern convenience features.
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Swyftx secures naming rights for NZCryptoCon 2026 in Auckland

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Swyftx has secured naming rights for NZCryptoCon 2026 in Auckland, spotlighting its role in expanding crypto education and engagement in New Zealand.
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New Zealand students face digital risks well beyond social media

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New Zealand students face rising digital risks across gaming, educational tools and AI, with bullying and harmful content often shielded from adult oversight.
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HP New Zealand leads with dual sustainability certifications for IT

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HP New Zealand is the first IT brand to earn dual Eco Choice Aotearoa and TCO Certified labels, acknowledging its strong sustainability credentials locally and globally.
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OnShout launches digital platform to end unwanted gift wastage

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Auckland-based OnShout launches a digital platform enabling collaborative gift contributions, aiming to cut unwanted presents and reduce waste in New Zealand.
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Hands-on review: Espresso 15 Pro portable 4K monitor

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The Espresso 15 Pro is a premium 15.6-inch portable 4K monitor with vibrant colours, high brightness and a sturdy aerospace-grade aluminium design.
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LG secures top prizes at CES 2026 for OLED & smart tech

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LG Electronics won multiple CES 2026 Innovation Awards, including top honours for its transparent 77-inch OLED TV and advanced webOS smart platform.
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Game review: Battlefield 6 (PC)

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Battlefield 6 delivers epic multiplayer battles with vast destructible maps and vehicles, but its single-player campaign feels rushed and underwhelming.
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Globant & Riot Games team up to boost esports with new tech

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Globant partners with Riot Games to innovate esports fan engagement and AI features for League of Legends and VALORANT in a multi-year deal.
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Seven critical ChatGPT flaws expose users to data theft risks

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Tenable reveals seven major ChatGPT vulnerabilities exposing users to risks of data theft and malicious attacks, with some flaws still unpatched in ChatGPT-5.
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LG launches DUALCOOL AI Air in Australia amid rising demand

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LG launches its upgraded DUALCOOL AI Air conditioner in Australia, combining AI-driven comfort with energy efficiency for the 2025-26 summer.
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Microsoft apologises to New Zealand users over unclear 365 plans

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Microsoft apologises to New Zealand users for unclear communication on Microsoft 365 pricing and AI features, offering refunds for plan changes until end of 2025.
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Air New Zealand launches electric aircraft trials on domestic routes

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Air New Zealand is trialling the electric BETA ALIA CX300 on domestic routes, marking a pioneering step in sustainable aviation across New Zealand's regional airports.
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Norton expands AI scam protection to New Zealand & globally

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Norton has extended its AI-powered scam protection to New Zealand and globally, boosting defences across web, email, SMS, videos, and calls for all Norton users.
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Game review: Two Point Museum (Switch 2)

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Two Point Museum debuts on Switch 2, offering fun museum management with charming visuals and humour, but limited by clunky controls and 30fps gameplay.
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Hands-on Review: OPPO Find X9 Pro smartphone

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OPPO's Find X9 Pro flagship, with a 200MP Hasselblad lens, 7500mAh battery, and 6.78-inch 3600-nit AMOLED display, redefines premium smartphones.
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Game review: Wreckreation (Xbox Series X)

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Wreckreation on Xbox Series X offers a vast 449 sq km open world racer blending Burnout's crashes and TrackMania’s custom tracks for thrilling chaos.
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Hands-on Review: Logitech MX Master 4 wireless mouse

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Logitech's MX Master 4 refines its acclaimed wireless mouse with haptic feedback and a novel Actions Ring, enhancing comfort and productivity for all-day use.
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Hands-on Review: Logitech Signature Slim Solar+ K980 wireless keyboard

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The Logitech Signature Slim Solar+ K980 is a slim, solar-powered wireless keyboard that charges via ambient light, offering seamless multi-device use without battery hassles.
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Affinity launches free all-in-one pro design app with Canva AI

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Affinity now offers a free pro design app merging photo, vector, and layout tools, with Canva AI integration, for seamless creative workflows worldwide.