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Apple addresses serious root access vulnerability in latest MacOS High Sierra update
Thu, 30th Nov 2017
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Apple has been quick to address the major CVE-2017-13872 security flaw in its macOS High Sierra 10.13.1 operating system.
All hands aboard the hype-train: The Infinity Wars have finally arrived
Thu, 30th Nov 2017
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Marvel fans, the wait is over: the first Infinity Wars trailer is here, hinting at an epic showdown with Thanos and potentially tragic fates for beloved heroes.
AWS launches new IoT services for scale; brings Machine learning to the Edge
Thu, 30th Nov 2017
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Amazon Web Services (AWS) has announced six new services for IoT devices, including AWS IoT 1-Click and AWS Greengrass ML Inference.
Autonomous drones may be guarding you soon
Wed, 29th Nov 2017
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Kiwi company VigilAir introduces semi-autonomous drones for security, aiming to revolutionise the industry with rapid-response aerial surveillance solutions.
Petrol cars are becoming more obsolete by the day
Wed, 29th Nov 2017
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Petrol cars could be obsolete by 2026, as the switch to electric vehicles becomes the biggest change in a century, says NZTech CEO Graeme Muller.
Hands-on review: Play karaoke on PS4 with SingStar Celebration
Wed, 29th Nov 2017
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digital entertainment
SingStar has been a favorite of mine ever since it debuted back on the PS2 in 2004. 13 years later and the franchise is still going strong.
Three ridiculous pieces of tech for the ultimate Mancave
Wed, 29th Nov 2017
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Transform your mancave with an electric recliner, a personable robot, and a Han Solo fridge. But, be prepared to shell out some serious cash.
Christchurch company produces VR pilot training app for Ports of Auckland
Wed, 29th Nov 2017
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The LWA app uses virtual reality to safely simulate the experience maritime pilots go through when getting on and off ships.
Epson and DJI reveal AR drone simulator
Wed, 29th Nov 2017
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Epson and DJI launch the world’s first AR drone flight simulator app for Epson Moverio smartglasses, merging real-world and digital drone flying.
Go Bus aims to bring savvy transport solution to NZ
Wed, 29th Nov 2017
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transport
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Using a smartphone app and the efficiencies of ride sharing, Savy will provide on-demand and affordable transport...
A deep dive into the Kontrol app for Tesla
Wed, 29th Nov 2017
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Tesla's new Kontrol app, boasting a sleek design and enhanced features like Touch ID, aims to elevate user experience and security while driving.
AWS announces new development platform for VR, AR, and 3D apps
Wed, 29th Nov 2017
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VR and AR apps created in Amazon Sumerian will run in any browser that supports WebGL or WebVR graphics rendering.
Kaiapoi is now the latest fully-fibred town in New Zealand
Tue, 28th Nov 2017
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digital entertainment
Over 4,000 Kaiapoi homes, businesses, schools and community organisations can now connect to Enable’s fibre broadband...
IBM Security collaborates to launch anti-DNS tracking service
Tue, 28th Nov 2017
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ibm security
Quad9 Domain Name Service protects users from accessing malicious internet sites that are known to steal information and other harmful activities.
NZVRARA welcomes influential student chapter
Tue, 28th Nov 2017
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The New Zealand VR/AR Association will host its first Student Chapter Exhibition in Wellington, showcasing innovative student work on 6th December 2017.
Hands-on review: Visit animated worlds in Rush: A Disney Pixar Adventure
Tue, 28th Nov 2017
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digital entertainment
Much like Disneyland Adventures, Rush: A Disney Pixar Adventure is another re-release that includes levels and characters from the famous movies.
Hands-on review: The Nest product range
Tue, 28th Nov 2017
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gaming
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smart home
Nest’s camera range dazzles with near-flawless 1080p video and seamless push notifications, but the hefty USD $800 price tag might deter the budget-conscious.
Hands-on review: Fitbit Alta HR, reunited and it feels so good
Tue, 28th Nov 2017
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gaming
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wearables
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The Fitbit Alta is Fitbit’s slimmest design yet, but don’t mistake its simple design for a basic fitness band...
Charge your EV in minutes with Powerswap
Tue, 28th Nov 2017
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robots
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wireless electric vehicle charging
Instead of connecting the cord and waiting for the car to be charged, the battery is replaced with the help of a robotic device...
Why your gaming rig needs more memory
Mon, 27th Nov 2017
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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personal computing devices
Boost your gaming rig's performance with more RAM; it's an affordable, quick upgrade that sharpens graphics and ensures seamless gameplay, says Ballistix.