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Five reasons to love the fifth-gen Chromecast
Wed, 10th Oct 2018
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digital entertainment
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google
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video
Google's fifth-gen Chromecast, priced at NZD $69, offers hands-free streaming, lifelike 1080p visuals at 60fps, and a sleek new design to blend with any decor.
Microsoft’s Project xCloud service will allow you to stream Xbox One games on any device
Wed, 10th Oct 2018
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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microsoft
Microsoft unveils Project xCloud, streaming service to play Xbox games on mobile devices, boosting global access.
Hands-on review: ASUS Lyra Trio – Wi-fi extenders with bundled protection
Tue, 9th Oct 2018
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
The Lyra Trio sets the bar high for future products with its reception, performance, ease of use, as well as its features.
Intel introduces ‘world’s best gaming processor’
Tue, 9th Oct 2018
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endpoint protection
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edr
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personal computing devices
Improvement can be seen in the FPS it delivers during demanding games, video editing, as well as general system improvements.
Google shutting down Google+ after covering up privacy bug
Tue, 9th Oct 2018
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breach prevention
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data privacy
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cybersecurity
Google’s management was aware of the bug but chose not to share it with the public to avoid scrutiny by regulators.
Hands-on review: The 2018 MacBook Pro - mesmerising design with a powerful punch
Tue, 9th Oct 2018
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
Apple's 2018 MacBook Pro dazzles with a sleek design and impressive performance, yet its USB-C-only approach may frustrate users accustomed to various ports.
Bye bye Baxter - Rethink Robotics bites the dust
Tue, 9th Oct 2018
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robots
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baxter
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industrial
Pioneering robotics firm Rethink Robotics, known for its human-like robot Baxter, has closed its doors after a failed buyout, reports the *Boston Globe*.
Heat-seeking drones can save the dolphins
Tue, 9th Oct 2018
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drones
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cleantech
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sustainability
One study has demonstrated how modern tech can be used to reduce the costs and environmental impact of conservation efforts.
Venture Up accelerator for young entepreneurs coming to Queenstown
Tue, 9th Oct 2018
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entrepreneur
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creative hq
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accelerator
The mountainous backdrop of Queenstown is set to become the location of Creative HQ’s newest 2019 Venture Up accelerator for young entrepreneurs.
Kiwis dream of electric vehicles - while we're buying gas guzzlers
Mon, 8th Oct 2018
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cartech
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nz government
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evs
Despite the positive spin on electric vehicles, New Zealanders are still buying gas guzzlers, according to new data from the Ministry of Transport.
Quick tips for staying safe online - Cyber Smart Week 2018
Mon, 8th Oct 2018
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mfa
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passwords
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cyber smart week
As Cyber Smart Week 2018 kicks off, CERT NZ urges Kiwis to bolster online defences amid lingering concerns over data breaches like Facebook's.
Wi-Fi is getting a new name and numbering system
Fri, 5th Oct 2018
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uc
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casb
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wireless networks
The Wi-Fi Alliance introduces a new naming system, renaming current Wi-Fi technology to Wi-Fi 5 and future tech to Wi-Fi 6, making it user-friendly.
Razer's new high-performance Wi-Fi router is optimised for the gaming experience
Thu, 4th Oct 2018
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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wireless networks
This week Razer launched Sila, a high-performance Wi-Fi router that’s optimised for gaming, streaming, and downloading multimedia content.
Why CMC Markets is backing a young Kiwi motorsport star
Thu, 4th Oct 2018
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fintech
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martech
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commerce systems
CMC Markets sponsors 17-year-old Peter Vodanovich in the 2018-19 Toyota 86 Championship, supporting his rapid rise in motorsport from simulator to track.
Edifier pumps up the volume with the S350DB
Wed, 3rd Oct 2018
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digital entertainment
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speakers
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digital music
The S350DB is what Edifier calls a bookshelf speaker set, which features two speakers packed with titanium dome tweeters and an eight-inch subwoofer.
LeoLabs space-tracking tech is coming to Central Otago
Wed, 3rd Oct 2018
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spacetech
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rocket lab
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nz government
Central Otago is going to become home to one of the first radars in the Southern Hemisphere to track small satellites and space debris.
Cyber criminals using lookalike online shopping domains to phish buyers
Wed, 3rd Oct 2018
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phishing
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email security
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online shopping
Venafi warns of rising fake domains that mimic top retailers to scam online shoppers, as holiday season nears.
Remote working: The ticket to happier and healthier employees?
Wed, 3rd Oct 2018
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hybrid & remote work
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cleantech
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workplace
Businesses that allow employees to work remotely also reap the benefits of increased employee productivity, happiness and health.
What's next for Oculus - a look at the latest announcements
Tue, 2nd Oct 2018
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ar, vr & metaverse
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facebook
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oculus
It’s shaping up to be a big year for Oculus and VR fans, especially those who who fancy a bit of Star Wars and some new gear to go with it.
IDC - Smart speakers driving smart home device growth
Tue, 2nd Oct 2018
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iot
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smart home
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digital entertainment
Smart speakers, such as Amazon Echo and Google Home, are driving the global smart home market, projected to hit 643.9 million shipments in 2018.