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Hands-on review: Tozo S3 Smartwatch and T20 Ear Buds
Thu, 14th Dec 2023
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wearables
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digital entertainment
Golden X1 earbuds and was impressed with the aesthetics, quality, and performance. I leapt at the chance to review the S3 Smart Watch and the T20 Ear Buds.
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Hands-on review: Rakuten Kobo Nia
Wed, 13th Dec 2023
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personal computing devices
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gadgets
The Rakuten Kobo Nia is described by Kobo as “our friendliest e-reader yet” on their website. Accompany me on my journey, and we’ll see if it lives up to this encouraging statement.
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Smartsheet's security predictions for the upcoming year
Wed, 13th Dec 2023
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digital transformation
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zero trust security
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ai
We need solutions and solution providers to work together to help us ensure security for our systems, organisations, and data.
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Game review: Lego Bricktales (Meta Quest 3)
Wed, 13th Dec 2023
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Lego Bricktales gets an exclusive virtual reality version for the Meta Quest Pro, Meta Quest 2 and Meta Quest 3. Techday’s Darren Price checks out the game on the Meta Quest 3 headset.
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New insights offer gaming opportunities in mobile content monetisation
Mon, 11th Dec 2023
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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technology gifts
New research highlights vast opportunities for global monetisation in mobile gaming, shifting from app store reliance.
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Epson unveils new WorkForce Pro printers with high-capacity ink packs
Fri, 8th Dec 2023
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partner programmes
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cleantech
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printing
Epson launches mono WorkForce Pro printers, WF-M5399 and WF-M5899, boasting high-capacity ink packs for efficient, eco-friendly printing.
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Microsoft Surface repairs now available nationwide in NZ
Thu, 7th Dec 2023
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cleantech
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microsoft
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sustainability
Broken screens and other minor defects can now be rectified nationwide by repair technicians based in Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, and Dunedin.
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Epson EH-LS800: The new revolution in 4K home theatre projection
Tue, 5th Dec 2023
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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displays & projectors
Epson EH-LS800, a game-changer in 4K home theatre projection, launched in Sydney, offering an immersive, thrilling viewing experience.
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Robosen Robotics to debut its range in Australia with Amber Technology partnership
Mon, 4th Dec 2023
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partner programmes
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ai
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distributors
In partnership with Amber Technology, Robosen Robotics is set to launch its innovative, entertainment-focused robot range in Australia.
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NZ Compare Awards celebrates New Zealand service sectors
Mon, 4th Dec 2023
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uc
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telco
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broadband
NZ Compare Awards 2023 honours service sector leaders, spotlighting exceptional broadband, mobile and energy offerings.
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Samsung unveils progressive Gauss AI model at AI forum 2023
Fri, 1st Dec 2023
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ai
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software development
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samsung
At the AI Forum 2023, Samsung has unveiled Samsung Gauss, an advanced AI model that represents a significant leap in AI technology.
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Epson unveils EH-LS650 Ultra Short Throw Laser Projector
Fri, 1st Dec 2023
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google
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printing
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epson
Epson launches EH-LS650 Ultra Short Throw Laser Projector, offering viewers a colourful and bright spectacle for home entertainment.
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Hands-on review: JBL Quantum TWS Air
Thu, 30th Nov 2023
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reviews
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digital entertainment
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bluetooth
The Quantum TWS Air has proven an interesting addition to my listening experience. Ergonomically, JBL continues to surprise me with their beautifully comfortable devices.
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Hands-on review: JBL Tune 770NC
Thu, 30th Nov 2023
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reviews
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digital entertainment
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headphones
With a lightweight foldable design and fantastic battery life, the JBL Tune 700NC are the ideal accessory for students or office workers who are after versatility when it comes to their choice of headphones.
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New govt briefed on NZ's digital identity landscape
Thu, 30th Nov 2023
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government
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digital economy
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services
DINZ highlights potential of digital identity to boost New Zealand's productivity, advising ministers on improved laws and implementation.
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Surge in counterfeit app risk as cybercrime exploits rising digital consumption
Tue, 28th Nov 2023
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malware
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cryptocurrency
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blockchain
Cybercrime surge sees a 32% rise in counterfeit applications on app stores in 2023, posing a serious threat to user safety.
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Game review: Super Mario RPG (Nintendo Switch)
Tue, 28th Nov 2023
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gaming
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digital entertainment
It’s now 2023, and a remake has been developed by AtrePiazza. This new remake is simply called Super Mario RPG, and it’s exclusively available right now for the Nintendo Switch console.
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Hands-on review: JBL Boombox 3 Wi-Fi
Tue, 28th Nov 2023
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reviews
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digital entertainment
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wireless networks
The new JBL Boombox 3 Wi-Fi is no different – it's rugged, looks great, and, most importantly, performs excellently, offering rich sound with an envious amount of bass.
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Hands-on review: Intel Core i9-14900K and Intel Core i5-14600K 14th -generation CPUs
Tue, 28th Nov 2023
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endpoint protection
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reviews
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edr
Intel has unleashed the company's new 14th-generation desktop processors. We check out the Core i9-14900K flagship CPU and its little sibling, the Core i5-14600K.
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Lenovo launches ThinkStation P8, powered by AMD & NVIDIA
Mon, 27th Nov 2023
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edutech
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devops
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data analytics
Lenovo reveals new ThinkStation P8, powered by AMD Ryzen Threadripper and NVIDIA RTX, targeting professionals' workloads.