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Story Buffering 79% ... low quality video makes us sad
Thu, 22nd Jun 2017
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edutech
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digital entertainment
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video
New research discovers the physical and emotional responses humans have to low-quality or buffering video content. Surprise, we don't like it at all.
Nintendo's new frantic fighter lets players take up ARMS
Thu, 22nd Jun 2017
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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nintendo
The latest fun-filled fight-fest from Nintendo features spring loaded arms and interchangeable fists. Sounds crazy and amazing to us.
Who’s ready for augmented intelligence? The AI investment gap
Thu, 22nd Jun 2017
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ai
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ar, vr & metaverse
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bluewolf
The AI Investment Gap – a discrepancy between C-Level executives who understand AI and those who have yet to deploy it into their business.
Ultimate UE Wonderboom giveaway!
Thu, 22nd Jun 2017
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ue wonderboom
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big sound
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giveaway
Win a UE Wonderboom! Email your wildest adventure idea to FutureFive and subscribe for a chance to win this lilac audio gem!.
EB Games Expo 2017 coming to the Gold Coast with lots of publishers
Wed, 21st Jun 2017
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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eb games expo
If you live in Australia, you will be happy to know that the 2017 EB Games Expo is coming to the Gold Coast this year with lots of publishers on board.
Three epic electric motorbikes you'll see cruising down your street soon
Wed, 21st Jun 2017
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cartech
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evs
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sports bikes
From the high-speed Lightning LS-218 to the powerful Brutus V9 and the sleek Energica EGO, these electric motorbikes are set to redefine cool on the streets.
Gaming conference invites Kiwis to learn from the experts
Wed, 21st Jun 2017
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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never alone
Games for Learning conference invites gaming experts, Kiwi game devs and educators to explore the role of games in learning.
New Zealand pilots union pushes for tighter drone regulations
Wed, 21st Jun 2017
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drones
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law
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nzalpa
As drone popularity soars in New Zealand, pilots call for urgent regulatory revamp to ensure air safety, citing increasing incidents and outdated rules.
Tomorrow comes today: Gorillaz help Jaguar recruit coders
Wed, 21st Jun 2017
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cartech
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ar, vr & metaverse
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careers
Jaguar Land Rover is recruiting coders through a collaboration with virtual band Gorillaz in an innovative new app. #Jaguar #Gorillaz #coding.
Instagram update; replay and share your live stream
Wed, 21st Jun 2017
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instagram
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live stream
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user interface
Instagram's latest tweak lets users share and replay live streams, boosting content reach and engagement on the platform.
Older consumers - not convinced by the idea of smart tech, report says
Wed, 21st Jun 2017
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smart home
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amazon
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report
To appeal to a wider audience including older consumers, brands need to ensure that they highlight the applicability of products in day-to-day life.
The definition of cool: 4 ANZ companies declared Cool Vendors by Gartner
Wed, 21st Jun 2017
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digital transformation
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blockchain
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iot
Cool Vendors exist across all major areas of technology innovation, says Gartner, and they stand out because of their disruptive capabilities.
Logitech G Powerplay system ensures your mouse never loses charge
Wed, 21st Jun 2017
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cybersecurity
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logitech
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powerplay
Revolutionising gameplay, Logitech's Powerplay pad offers endless charge, ensuring wireless mice are battle-ready without pause.
Consumers gain $4/month net decrease from wholesale broadband price drop
Wed, 21st Jun 2017
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uc
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chorus
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commerce commission
In December 2015, the Commission announced its final decisions on the wholesale prices Chorus could charge internet providers.
Solarcity fails to gain traction with their complaint against solar tax
Wed, 21st Jun 2017
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power / energy
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cleantech
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renewable energy
Solarcity's solar tax battle falters as High Court denies their plea, affecting 45,000 Kiwis and NZ's renewable energy prospects.
Gartner: Apple top IT vendor, Google leapfrogs Microsoft and IBM
Tue, 20th Jun 2017
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microsoft
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content creation
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analyst report
Apple is leading the pack as the largest IT vendor in the world, according Gartner, with Google leapfrogging both Microsoft and IBM.
The new sensor device that allows the visually impaired to detect objects from over three metres away
Tue, 20th Jun 2017
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smartcane
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medical device
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volution
Revolutionary 'SmartCane' device empowers the visually impaired by detecting obstacles over 3m away, boosting independence.
You're invited: Enabling e-Learning free PD webinars
Tue, 20th Jun 2017
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robots
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3d printing
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webinar
There's a back catalog of e-Learning webinars sitting there for onto it educators to view on demand. Take advantage of free PD to bring tech to class.
Queenstown broadband upgrades to 4.5G, the fastest in New Zealand
Tue, 20th Jun 2017
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uc
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wireless networks
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broadband
Spark upgrades Queenstown to 4.5G, delivering the fastest broadband speeds in New Zealand and setting the stage for a 5G future.
Six tips for integrating tech in the classroom
Tue, 20th Jun 2017
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microsoft
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technology in the classroom
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digital citizenship
Discover six transformative tips from educator Eileen Heller on skilfully embedding tech into teaching for dynamic, student-centred classrooms.