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DJI reveals the world’s first super-camera optimised for drones
Fri, 13th Oct 2017
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drones
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photography
DJI has unveiled the Zenmuse X7, the first Super 35 digital film camera designed for drones, offering superior image quality and a new colour system.
Assassin's Creed Origins and Far Cry 5 to be playable at Armageddon Expo
Thu, 12th Oct 2017
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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ubisoft
Ubisoft has announced that the upcoming Assassin's Creed Origins and Far Cry 5 will be playable later this month at the Armageddon Expo.
NZVRARA & Blackeye: Providing a staging ground for the VR revolution
Thu, 12th Oct 2017
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ar, vr & metaverse
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nzvrara
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ar
NZVRARA and Blackeye VR partner to promote NZ VR/AR sector and accelerate adoption of virtual and augmented reality technologies.
Vector plans on turning EVs into mobile power sources
Thu, 12th Oct 2017
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cartech
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vector
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solar power
Vector aims to turn electric vehicles into mobile power sources as it seeks to drive innovation in the EV sector.
Oculus VR just got a whole lot better with Rift Core 2.0
Thu, 12th Oct 2017
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ar, vr & metaverse
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software updates
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oculus rift
Oculus unveils Rift Core 2.0, a powerful VR experience with a redesigned interface and customizable home features. Beta release in December.
Samsung strikes a killing blow with new ultra-fast dual pixel sensor
Thu, 12th Oct 2017
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smartphones
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samsung
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photography
Dual Pixel technology employs two photodiodes in each and every pixel of the sensor instead of only one, I know, exciting stuff...
Zuckerberg jumps into the frying pan with ‘insensitive’ VR live-stream
Thu, 12th Oct 2017
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digital entertainment
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ar, vr & metaverse
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facebook
Facebook faces backlash after Mark Zuckerberg uses VR to show hurricane-ravaged Puerto Rico. Some defend his intentions.
Facebook announces Oculus Go, one of the cheapest VR headsets yet
Thu, 12th Oct 2017
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ar, vr & metaverse
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facebook
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oculus
Without a cable or the need for a mobile phone, standalone headsets represent a totally new phase of VR hardware...
Is NBA 2K18 a slam dunk?
Thu, 12th Oct 2017
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
NBA 2K18 dazzles with a top-notch tutorial, riveting on-court play, and stunning visuals, although 'The Neighbourhood' divides opinion.
How Kiwis use artificial intelligence in everyday life
Wed, 11th Oct 2017
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robots
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uc
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martech
From Netflix recs to chatbots, Kiwis are seamlessly integrating AI into their daily routines, redefining user interactions.
Hands-on review: Gundam Versus lacks content and enjoyable gameplay
Wed, 11th Oct 2017
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
Video games are supposed to be fun and offer players a lot of content to experience. Sadly, Bandai Namco's Gundam Versus lacks both of these.
Student-built electric vehicles battle it out in Auckland
Wed, 11th Oct 2017
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cartech
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students
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evs
Teams of high school students are given a 300-watt electric motor kit and batteries to build their vehicles...
Cortana is coming to Skype, hope you don’t mind her watching
Wed, 11th Oct 2017
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uc
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ai
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microsoft
AI assistant Cortana joins Skype chats, promising seamless help - but will privacy concerns override convenience?.
Kiwi digital health company wins international acclaim
Wed, 11th Oct 2017
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healthtech
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social media
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mental health
NZ’s Melon Health bags global tech award with its life-saving mental health apps, earning international recognition in New Orleans.
Auckland Uni trading competition helps hone valuable real-world trading skills
Wed, 11th Oct 2017
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auckland university
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trade
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management consulting
This year’s competition was one of the most competitive and unpredictable, with eight teams all having an equal chance of winning close to the end.
Tumbling Android tablet sales drag down Aussie market
Wed, 11th Oct 2017
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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microsoft
Microsoft may have lost the smartphone battle, but it’s gaining share in the Australian tablet market according to new Telstye research.
Huawei aims to go green by 2025
Wed, 11th Oct 2017
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iot
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huawei
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green tech
Huawei commits to producing nearly 100% recyclable or reusable hardware by 2025, joining KPN’s sustainability push towards a circular business model.
Let Darth Vader take care of the vacuuming for you
Wed, 11th Oct 2017
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robots
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samsung
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star wars
Samsung Electronics introduced a new Star Wars limited edition of the widely acclaimed Powerbot robot vacuum cleaner...
Is social media now almost impossible to monetise unless you’re an industry giant?
Wed, 11th Oct 2017
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facebook
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instagram
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social media
MarketLine asks whether a social media business model based on building popularity before monetisation is fundamentally flawed.
Red alert! The new Star Wars trailer has finally arrived
Tue, 10th Oct 2017
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trailer
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star wars
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disney studios
Star Wars fans, rejoice! The Last Jedi trailer is here, filled with tantalising glimpses of epic battles, powerful character moments, and potential plot twists.