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You're Invited: Empowering young women to work with tech
3D Printing

You're Invited: Empowering young women to work with tech

Auckland college aims to encourage girls in tech with inspirational programme #Girlsinnov8. Registration open now! #GI8 https://goo.gl/AyDjk3.

By Matthew Bain • 4 min read • Mon, 29th May 2017
Property open days in AR/VR? Chinese real estate company is making it happen
AR, VR & Metaverse

Property open days in AR/VR? Chinese real estate company is making it happen

Chinese company Yungching Realty Group is partnering with iStaging to use mixed reality technology in real estate for the first time.

By Kai Ping Lew • 2 min read • Mon, 29th May 2017
Snapchat drones could be coming your way soon
Robotics

Snapchat drones could be coming your way soon

Their latest venture appears to be putting their camera technology atop drones, which could potentially prove to be a game changer.

By Alex Crossan • 2 min read • Mon, 29th May 2017
Students need to be prepared for future automated workforce
Robotics

Students need to be prepared for future automated workforce

UK schools should focus on equipping students with problem-solving skills to stay ahead of automation, suggests MindKits CEO.

By Matthew Bain • 2 min read • Mon, 29th May 2017
Hackers target subtitle files in major media players - including VLC
Malware

Hackers target subtitle files in major media players - including VLC

VLC, Kodi, Popcorn-Time and strem.io media players have vulnerabilities that allows attackers to take over your entire device.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Mon, 29th May 2017
Hackers are able to target your e-cigarette... Is nothing sacred?
Cybersecurity

Hackers are able to target your e-cigarette... Is nothing sacred?

Vaping can be risky in unexpected ways as a security researcher demonstrates how a modified vaporizer can pass code to a computer.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 29th May 2017
This handbag charges your phone and protects from prying hands
Smart Home

This handbag charges your phone and protects from prying hands

The handbags feature wireless smart device charging, bio-lock security, Bluetooth proximity alerts, and enough organization to rival a mobile office.

By Alex Crossan • 2 min read • Mon, 29th May 2017
The need for internet security on your mobile
Endpoint Protection

The need for internet security on your mobile

As hackers target mobile devices, it's imperative to ensure that you are aware of the threats that are out there, and that your phone is protected.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Mon, 29th May 2017
The need for internet security on your devices
Malware

The need for internet security on your devices

As cybercrime costs Kiwis over £257m annually, securing your devices with robust internet security is crucial to thwart hackers.

By Alex Crossan • 3 min read • Mon, 29th May 2017
This VR company is 'Raising A Rukus' through innovative gaming experiences
Gaming

This VR company is 'Raising A Rukus' through innovative gaming experiences

One company is 'Raising A Rukus' amongst virtual reality production by taking a unique approach to storytelling, all through Samsung Gear VR.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Fri, 26th May 2017
DJI requires drone users to register their machines before flying
Drones

DJI requires drone users to register their machines before flying

DJI is enforcing mandatory drone registration, issuing a software update that limits flight capabilities unless users register their machines and accounts.

By Alex Crossan • 3 min read • Fri, 26th May 2017
Microsoft parades all-new Surface Pro with revolutionary tech
Microsoft

Microsoft parades all-new Surface Pro with revolutionary tech

Microsoft has unveiled the latest iteration of its Surface Pro, what they're labelling the 'most versatile laptop on the planet.'.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Fri, 26th May 2017
The 2017 Budget is like an “ABBA medley” says ANZ chief economist
ANZ Bank

The 2017 Budget is like an “ABBA medley” says ANZ chief economist

​There is plenty to get excited about with the recently announced 2017 Budget, according to ANZ chief economist Cameron Bagrie.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Fri, 26th May 2017
Microsoft's Xbox Game Pass to launch this June 1st with over 100 games to play
Gaming

Microsoft's Xbox Game Pass to launch this June 1st with over 100 games to play

Microsoft's Xbox Game Pass now has a release date and subscribers will be able to play over 100 games spanning both Xbox One and Xbox 360 titles.

By Damian Seeto • 1 min read • Thu, 25th May 2017
New 'digital protective shield' may prevent car vs motorcycle accidents
Cybersecurity

New 'digital protective shield' may prevent car vs motorcycle accidents

Australian and German companies have developed technology that could prevent nearly a third of all motorcycle accidents.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Thu, 25th May 2017
Tech takes courtside seat at secondary school basketball
Unitec

Tech takes courtside seat at secondary school basketball

Auckland schools basketball competition introduces innovative tech to help players develop their skills on court.

By Matthew Bain • 2 min read • Thu, 25th May 2017
Kiwi code-cracker heads to Oxford to hone her craft
Cybersecurity

Kiwi code-cracker heads to Oxford to hone her craft

She possesses a rare mind hard-wired to navigate complex algorithms in a way that even the most mathematically savvy out there would find difficult.

By Alex Crossan • 3 min read • Thu, 25th May 2017
No longer Sci-Fi, AI is something NZ needs to discuss
Artificial Intelligence

No longer Sci-Fi, AI is something NZ needs to discuss

Artificial Intelligence to be discussed at first New Zealand AI Forum. Tech leader Stu Christie urges people to learn about AI's potential.

By Matthew Bain • 3 min read • Wed, 24th May 2017
Apple takes shots at Google in new ad campaign - smartphone showdown
Cybersecurity

Apple takes shots at Google in new ad campaign - smartphone showdown

Apple ignites smartphone rivalry, taunting Google with cash incentives to entice Android users to switch to iPhone in a bold ad blitz.

By Alex Crossan • 2 min read • Wed, 24th May 2017