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Over US$90,000 of prizes up for grabs in DJI x SkyPixel 2017 Photo Contest
Tue, 31st Oct 2017
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drones
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dji
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photography
New contest category calls for more creative storytelling possibilities from the growing 6 million SkyPixel members worldwide.

Plantronics announce two additions to wireless sport earphone range
Tue, 31st Oct 2017
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digital entertainment
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plantronics
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wireless headphones
The BackBeat FIT 305 and BackBeat FIT 505 offer water and sweat protection, stability, unique wearing styles and powerful sound.

Malicious cryptocurrency miners shift focus to Google Play
Tue, 31st Oct 2017
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smartphones
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blockchain
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ndr
Cryptocurrency miners are spreading beyond computer operating systems and on to Android applications through Google Play.

Kiwi ad tech company expands to Australia
Tue, 31st Oct 2017
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school networks
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kiwi
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dubai
Headquartered in Kaikoura, Advert Media provides its Parent Teacher Calendar App free to more than 400 schools across New Zealand...

Sony reveals new The Last of Us Part II trailer and more at Paris Games Week
Tue, 31st Oct 2017
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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ps4
Sony arguably showcased bigger trailers and announcements at Paris Games Week than E3 this year. A big reveal is a new trailer for The Last of Us 2.

Hands-on review: Swann Wireless Pan and Tilt Security Camera
Tue, 31st Oct 2017
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
Swann's Wireless Pan and Tilt Security Camera offers easy setup, Full HD quality, and robust night vision at a competitive price of USD $100.

PocketWise helps Kiwis stay on top of their finances
Tue, 31st Oct 2017
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fintech
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finance, leasing & rental
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kiwi
The cloud platform compares a wide range of financial products from different New Zealand banks and financial service providers...

Epson NZ launches new multifunctional printer
Tue, 31st Oct 2017
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wireless networks
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cloud services
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printing
Epson NZ's new WorkForce ET-4750 EcoTank printer offers up to two years of ink, cartridge-free printing, and advanced wireless connectivity, priced at NZD $749.

Internet of Energy: Vector uses AI to democratise energy for Aucklanders
Tue, 31st Oct 2017
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datacentre infrastructure
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power / energy
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ai
Vector partners with mPrest to develop an AI system to manage Auckland's electricity network and meet the city's evolving energy needs.

Feel Good AR could teach you how to save money and the planet
Tue, 31st Oct 2017
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ar, vr & metaverse
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apps
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ar
Activated through an Australian, European or New Zealand currency note, the AR app has been developed by RaboDirect to engage its customers...

Fulton Hogan ramps up workplace learning with virtual reality
Tue, 31st Oct 2017
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it training
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ar, vr & metaverse
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fulton hogan
Fulton Hogan turns to VR for staff training, using a VR Boil Out app to recreate realistic scenarios without risk.

Make your PC jump to light speed with this SSD
Mon, 30th Oct 2017
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intel
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ssd storage
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star citizen
Intel unveils the Optane SSD 900P Series, promising up to four times faster performance than competitors, plus exclusive in-game content for Star Citizen.

Forget rugby & tourism...NZTech's CEO on what Apple's latest acquisition means for us
Mon, 30th Oct 2017
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nztech
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powerbyproxi
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tourism
Apple's acquisition of Auckland start-up PowerbyProxi is a sign of New Zealand's growing status in the global tech industry.

5G is coming and Huawei is leading the way
Mon, 30th Oct 2017
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uc
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network infrastructure
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sdn
Huawei unveiled its advanced 5G microwave bearer solution at the Ultra-Broadband Forum, poised to revolutionise 5G deployment with 10 Gbit/s-to-site speeds.

Swinburne University and Adobe launch new post-grad digital marketing course
Mon, 30th Oct 2017
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martech
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digital marketing
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adobe
Swinburne University and Adobe introduce a new post-graduate course to equip professionals with advanced digital marketing skills using Adobe Experience Cloud.

Intel proves that autonomous vehicles are safe
Mon, 30th Oct 2017
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cartech
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intel
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autonomous vehicle
Intel's Mobileye CEO has offered the autonomous driving industry a mathematical formula to prove the safety of self-driving cars.

Unboxing the new Xbox One X
Mon, 30th Oct 2017
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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microsoft
Xbox New Zealand has been kind enough to allow us to play on the new Xbox One X video game console coming out this November. Here is our unboxing.

Relive your cherished memories in VR
Mon, 30th Oct 2017
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digital entertainment
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ar, vr & metaverse
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3d
CyberLink launches Power Media Player MR app for Windows Mixed Reality headsets, enabling users to access VR, conventional media content and YouTube.

Check Point uncovers major security flaw in LG smart devices
Fri, 27th Oct 2017
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cybersecurity
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hackers
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cybercrime
The vulnerabilities in the SmartThinQ mobile app and cloud application enabled hackers to gain control of home appliances and spy on users.

Apple acquires NZ wireless charging developer PowerbyProxi
Fri, 27th Oct 2017
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personal computing devices
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apple
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powerbyproxi
Earlier this year, Apple gave a sneak peek of AirPower, an Apple-designed wireless charging accessory coming in 2018.