Latest news - Page 288

Electric Village to open in Gisborne - NZ’s first energy hub
Fri, 27th Oct 2017
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datacentre infrastructure
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cartech
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power / energy
Flick will also power the region’s first fast charging electric vehicle station which will be located on the main street outside the hub.

Hands-on review: South Park: The Fractured but Whole is full of laughs
Fri, 27th Oct 2017
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
South Park has been going on since 1997 and the show is still funny. South Park: The Fractured but Whole is the newest game and it doesn't disappoint.

Return to the war with XCOM 2: War of the Chosen
Thu, 26th Oct 2017
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
Firaxis’ XCOM 2: War of The Chosen is just the excuse that you need to return to their excellent turn-based sci-fi strategy game.

Aussie AR smartglasses trialled in theatres
Thu, 26th Oct 2017
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digital signage
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displays & projectors
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printing
Deaf and hearing-impaired theatregoers at London's National Theatre can now use Epson Moverio BT-300 AR smartglasses to read subtitles during performances.

Adobe Advertising Cloud announces new mobile app, digital audio capabilities
Thu, 26th Oct 2017
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digital signage
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martech
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adobe
Adobe Advertising Cloud launches first mobile app for cross-channel campaign management, expanding capabilities to include automated digital audio ad buying.

Why Kiwis love plug-in hybrid vehicles
Thu, 26th Oct 2017
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cartech
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cleantech
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sustainability
New Zealanders are gravitating towards plug-in hybrids, driven by their versatility for long trips and towing needs, reports a 'Flip the Fleet' survey.

Kiwis are making big bucks with VR, $320 million to be precise
Thu, 26th Oct 2017
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ar, vr & metaverse
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nzvrara
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ar
New Zealand's VR and AR industry could be worth over $320m in two years, according to a report commissioned by the NZVRARA.

Electrification is coming for long haul trucks
Thu, 26th Oct 2017
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cartech
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fleet management
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evs
Hyliion has unveiled the 6X4HE System for long-haul trucks, promising up to 30% fuel savings, lower emissions, and better driver experience.

This device will turn your car into a giant boombox
Thu, 26th Oct 2017
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cartech
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digital entertainment
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digital music
Continental aims to revolutionize car audio by replacing speakers with actuators that vibrate surfaces, delivering excellent acoustics and reducing weight.

Kiwi finalists make the cut in 2017 Talent Unleashed Awards
Thu, 26th Oct 2017
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talent unleashed
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banqer
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awards
Banqer, Lotto NZ, and MinterEllisonRuddWatts represent New Zealand as finalists in this year's Talent Unleashed Awards.

Wellington social enterprise launches web app for volunteers
Thu, 26th Oct 2017
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collaboration
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social enterprise
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mahuki
New social enterprise web app, Collaborate, connects volunteers with opportunities, launching on October 25 with 300 beta testers.

HKBN wants to transform all homes into smart homes
Wed, 25th Oct 2017
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uc
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iot
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smart home
Hong Kong's largest broadband provider, HKBN Group, is launching a complete smart home solution, including devices and a support portal.

No thanks Alexa: Aussies reluctant to embrace AI home assistants
Wed, 25th Oct 2017
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ai
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google
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alexa
Despite their love for online shopping, Aussies are hesitant towards AI home assistants like Google Home and Amazon's Alexa, research reveals.

Forget Labour, AI is taking over New Zealand
Wed, 25th Oct 2017
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ai
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new zealand ai forum
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ai new zealand
New Zealand urged to embrace AI at a faster rate due to its potential to transform economy, society and improve health outcomes.

Kiwi Startup Spotlight: AI math tutor democratising education
Wed, 25th Oct 2017
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ai
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flux accelerator
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jaipuna
Amy was created out of a vision for children everywhere to have access to quality education, no matter where they live.

Microsoft teaches kids to code for Minecraft
Wed, 25th Oct 2017
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microsoft
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minecraft
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coding
Microsoft's research team has developed tools to teach kids how to code within the context of Minecraft, making learning more engaging and fun.

Kiwi AI could help end world hunger
Wed, 25th Oct 2017
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ai
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hackathon
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new zealand ai forum
Tech advances in AI and IoT are key to helping New Zealand address growing food shortage, says NZ IoT Alliance director.

Hands-on review: Gran Turismo Sport revs up on the PS4
Wed, 25th Oct 2017
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
It has been four years since the release of Gran Turismo 6 on the PS3. The franchise now has a new addition this year with Gran Turismo Sport.

Epson adds to its range of EcoTank printers
Tue, 24th Oct 2017
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printing
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epson
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ecotank
Epson expands its EcoTank printer lineup with new home and SME models, plus advanced photo printers, featuring front-integrated, easy-fill ink tanks.

The inevitability of AI: How to prepare for jobs that don’t exist yet
Tue, 24th Oct 2017
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robots
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it automation
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ai
Preparing for jobs of the future means focusing on soft skills, staying curious, upskilling, and finding an innovative employer, says Hays.