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Wearables

Apple still owns growing wearables market, says GlobalData

While many consumers cannot afford the latest Apple Watch, there is an untapped demand for cheaper smartwatches.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Feb 2020

Digital Signage

Samsung commits to foldables with the Galaxy Z Flip

Samsung unveils Galaxy Z Flip, a chic foldable with a 'Hideaway Hinge', pushing the boundaries of phone design.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Feb 2020

Physical Security

KiwiSaver firm Generate hit by data breach

KiwiSaver provider Generate reports a data breach exposing personal information of 26,000 customers over a one-month period, sparking identity theft concerns.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Feb 2020

Unified Communications

NZ Police trials digital assistant 'Ella', built by Soul Machines

The New Zealand Police are trialling 'Ella', a digital assistant developed by Soul Machines, to assist visitors at their National Headquarters.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 13th Feb 2020

Gaming

NVIDIA's GeForce NOW is live, but not for Asia Pacific (yet)

GeForce NOW is rolling out in North America and Europe – and although it's yet to land in Asia Pacific, people in this region are already talking about it.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 12th Feb 2020

Recruitment

Philippines recruitment firm launches cloud-based tool for headhunters

Philippines-based professional recruitment platform Bossjob has launched a new product that allows headhunters to eaily spot ideal candidates.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 12th Feb 2020

Digital Signage

Samsung unveils new Galaxy S20 smartphone lineup

In New Zealand, only the Galaxy S20+ and S20 Ultra will be 5G compatible, which leaves the Samsun S20 limited to 4G.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 12th Feb 2020

Fintech

Growth of digital payments set to cost Australian banks US$3 billion

Digital payments growth and non-bank competition could displace US$3 billion of Australian banks' revenue, says Accenture, as payment methods evolve.

By Nick Forrester • 4 min read • Tue, 11th Feb 2020

Smart Cities

Atos' IoT vision drives Singapore's future

Atos has delivered IoT-related urban planning solutions, including a 3D holographic view of the entire Singapore city quarters.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 11th Feb 2020

Bethesda

2K & Bethesda get their game on to raise funds for bushfire relief

2K and Bethesda are hosting a live stream charity event to raise funds for Australian bush fire victims. Gamers from each company will play each other's games.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 11th Feb 2020

Printing

Epson large format printers win design award

The iF Design Award is recognised around the world and celebrates innovative industrial product design excellence.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 10th Feb 2020

Hyperscale

Metadata retention laws “abused” by enforcement agencies

The PJCIS, Human Right Law Centre, Digital Rights Watch and Access Now are calling for the repeal or amendment of the controversial laws.

By Ben Moore • 2 min read • Mon, 10th Feb 2020

Recruitment

Spark & OUTLine take LGBTQIA+ message to NZ workplaces

Spark and OUTLine collaborate to champion LGBTQIA+ diversity in NZ workplaces with a new film emphasising that individuality strengthens organisations.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 10th Feb 2020

Gaming

Game review: Zombie Army 4 - Dead War

Zombie Army 4: Dead War is different to most zombie games because it's mostly about the action more than the survival elements.

By Damian Seeto • 4 min read • Mon, 10th Feb 2020

Surveillance

Public divided over police use of facial recognition - survey

The response comes as the European Union considers a ban on the use of facial recognition tech by law enforcement.

By Nick Forrester • 2 min read • Mon, 10th Feb 2020

Artificial Intelligence

Qualitest snags Magic Quadrant honour after investing in AI

Qualitest earns Visionary status in Gartner's Magic Quadrant for the sixth year, driven by strategic AI investments and a focus on quality engineering.

By Nick Forrester • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Feb 2020