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Update: It does not look like a Netflix app will be available on Nintendo Switch anytime soon
Mon, 15th Jan 2018
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It looks like Nintendo Switch owners will have to wait longer for a Netflix app to come. There are no plans for it to be on the Switch.
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Hands-on with the Dissidia Final Fantasy NT open beta demo on PS4
Mon, 15th Jan 2018
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gaming
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Square Enix will be releasing a new fighting game later this year called Dissidia Final Fantasy NT on the PS4. We played the open beta...
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Nelson not-for-profit electricity provider accepting payment in Bitcoin
Mon, 15th Jan 2018
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datacentre infrastructure
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blockchain
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power / energy
Nelson's NextGen Energy now accepts Bitcoin for bill payments, pioneering tech adoption and supporting local schools and charities with net profits.
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Unlimited power! Gamers, never charge your mouse again
Mon, 15th Jan 2018
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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razer
Razer introduces its HyperFlux technology, delivering uninterrupted power to wireless mice directly from a mouse mat, eliminating the need for batteries.
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Donkey Kong and Mario team up in Mario + Rabbids Kingdom battle
Mon, 15th Jan 2018
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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technology gifts
Donkey Kong joins Mario in Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle's new DLC, featuring an original story and world, set for autumn 2018 on Nintendo Switch.
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Civilization VI: Rise and Fall Georgia, everything you need to know
Mon, 15th Jan 2018
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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pc gaming
Tamar, the ruler of Georgia at the height of its golden age, has been revealed to be one of the new leaders in the upcoming release.
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The audio amp that gives gamers a competitive edge
Mon, 15th Jan 2018
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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personal computing devices
Sennheiser unveils GSX 1000 audio amplifier for gamers, offering advanced 7.1 surround sound and precise spatial awareness.
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Sharing economy transforming Kiwi spending habits
Mon, 15th Jan 2018
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uber
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statistics nz
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airbnb
The sharing economy is reshaping Kiwi spending; Stats NZ reveals increased online spending on services like Uber and Airbnb, altering the CPI basket.
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INVIDIA releases special game driver to help optimise Fortnite
Mon, 15th Jan 2018
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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pc gaming
NVIDIA releases a special Game Ready Driver, enhancing Fortnite with ShadowPlay Highlights and introducing the new Freestyle feature for custom game filters.
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The gaming headset that aims to shame all others
Mon, 15th Jan 2018
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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headsets
Sennheiser Gaming's new GAME ZERO headset offers gamers high-quality sound and comfort, with optimised transducers and noise-cancelling microphone.
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Hands-on review: Huawei Mate 10
Sat, 13th Jan 2018
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smartphones
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gaming
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reviews
Huawei's Mate 10 shatters the belief that only Samsung and iPhone can impress. Exceptional battery life, swift charging, and stellar camera make it a stand-out.
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New Switch ports and video games announced in Nintendo Direct
Fri, 12th Jan 2018
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gaming
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nintendo
Nintendo announced at a new Nintendo Direct several cool video games coming to the Switch console. This includes a few new games as well as ports.
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Smartphones losing ground to digital voice assistant devices in homes
Fri, 12th Jan 2018
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smartphones
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accenture
Two-thirds of consumers who own digital voice assistants use their smartphones less in the home since acquiring the devices.
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Game review: Fortnite Battle Royale costs nothing and gives everything
Fri, 12th Jan 2018
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gaming
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Fortnite Battle Royale blends vibrant 80's cartoon aesthetics with intense playstyle options, offering a thrilling and free-to-play gaming experience.
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Electric vehicles and SUVs face off as Kiwis choose a dream car
Thu, 11th Jan 2018
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cartech
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evs
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automotive
As Kiwis dream of a new car in 2018, SUVs and utes top the wishlist, though electric vehicles are gaining traction, with over 6,000 now on NZ roads.
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Intel continues to push towards full vehicle autonomy in 2018
Thu, 11th Jan 2018
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cartech
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intel
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self-driving cars
Mobileye’s new fourth-generation EyeQ system-on-chip will play a crucial role in the delivery of a driverless future...
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Hands-on review: Tile Sport GPS tracker
Thu, 11th Jan 2018
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gaming
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Tile Sport: Pocket-sized tracker at $3/mo ensures valuables are never lost, with robust community find feature.
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This little drone aims to replace your selfie stick
Thu, 11th Jan 2018
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smartphones
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drones
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ces
AEE Aviation Technology unveils AEE SELFLY, a smartphone case with an embedded drone, aiming to take selfie pictures to new heights at CES.
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CES 2018 - Crucial launches MX500 SDD
Thu, 11th Jan 2018
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crucial
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ces
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ssd storage
At the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, memory gurus, Crucial, have launched their MX500 solid-state drive.
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Westpac and Paymark team up to evolve digital payments
Wed, 10th Jan 2018
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fintech
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eftpos
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online shopping
Westpac has partnered with Paymark to launch Online EFTPOS, allowing New Zealanders to securely purchase goods online using their mobile phones.