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DVD Review: Muppets Most Wanted
Gaming

DVD Review: Muppets Most Wanted

Muppets Most Wanted entertains but lacks vintage magic. With top human stars and memorable cameos, it charms but misses the Henson spark.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 15th Oct 2014
Don't let The Man get you: tech tools to tackle oppression & stay anonymous
Virtual Private Networks

Don't let The Man get you: tech tools to tackle oppression & stay anonymous

China's internet controls are the most advanced worldwide, but people are turning to apps like Firechat to avoid censorship.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 15th Oct 2014
Kiwis continue internet love affair
Unified Communications

Kiwis continue internet love affair

NZ's data consumption soars, with Internet usage equivalent to streaming over 12 million HD movies last year, highlighting a digital love affair.

By Heather Wright • 3 min read • Wed, 15th Oct 2014
Vodafone gives Kiwis chance to take on Jimmy Spithill
Gaming

Vodafone gives Kiwis chance to take on Jimmy Spithill

Vodafone announced overnight a virtual sailing event on their 4G network with the new Samsung GALAXY Note 4 smartphone.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 15th Oct 2014
Sparks continue to fly over Orcon throttling campaign
Unified Communications

Sparks continue to fly over Orcon throttling campaign

Orcon rebukes Spark's denial of broadband throttling, highlighting differences in traffic management amidst a fiery debate.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 15th Oct 2014
Why is music like a drug for athletes?
Digital Entertainment

Why is music like a drug for athletes?

The connection between music and exercise goes back hundreds of years, and new technology makes working out with your exercise playlists easier than ever.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Tue, 14th Oct 2014
The Grid: The first AI website developer
Artificial Intelligence

The Grid: The first AI website developer

A pre-order campaign has been launched for The Grid, which uses artificial intelligence (AI) to create quality websites quickly and efficiently.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Tue, 14th Oct 2014
Spark hits back against 'bogus' Orcon throttling claims
Unified Communications

Spark hits back against 'bogus' Orcon throttling claims

Spark has hit back at claims made by Orcon over traffic throttling, claiming it's nothing more than a PR stunt.

By Shannon Williams • 1 min read • Tue, 14th Oct 2014
Free Wi-Fi at Christchurch Hospital
Wireless Networks

Free Wi-Fi at Christchurch Hospital

Christchurch Hospital teams up with Snap, launching a 6-month trial of free Wi-Fi for patients and visitors, enhancing connectivity and care.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 14th Oct 2014
Microsoft CEO in hot water over gender-gap karma comments
Microsoft

Microsoft CEO in hot water over gender-gap karma comments

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella's advice to women on seeking pay rises triggers backlash, sparking a global debate on gender equality in tech.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 14th Oct 2014
Hands-on with the V900 Laser Gaming Mouse
Gaming

Hands-on with the V900 Laser Gaming Mouse

Rapoo's V900 Laser Gaming Mouse dazzles with its fighter jet aesthetics and multi-colour display, offering exceptional comfort and precision for gamers.

By Damian Seeto • 3 min read • Tue, 14th Oct 2014
iOS review: Frontback
Gaming

iOS review: Frontback

Frontback is an exciting new camera app that lets you capture what's in front of you and what's behind you in one shot.

By Shannon Williams • 1 min read • Tue, 14th Oct 2014
Orcon shines bright light on throttling
Unified Communications

Orcon shines bright light on throttling

Orcon says an estimated 81 percent of Kiwi internet users could be having their internet artificially slowed down.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 14th Oct 2014
Beacon-Mania is taking over
VMob

Beacon-Mania is taking over

Beacon is a stand-alone radio transmitter that provides personalised advertisements and changes the way people shop.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Tue, 14th Oct 2014
Explore the city with Artweek Auckland and ARTQUEST: K'RD
Imersia

Explore the city with Artweek Auckland and ARTQUEST: K'RD

New app ARTQUEST: K'RD brings augmented reality to Auckland's K Road, allowing users to explore hidden art and design studios.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 14th Oct 2014
Greyhounds and Gadgets
Gadgets

Greyhounds and Gadgets

I rarely I get to combine reviews about the two things I'm most passionate about - my two greyhounds and gadgets.

By Patrick Pilcher • 8 min read • Tue, 14th Oct 2014
Film review: Gone Girl
Gaming

Film review: Gone Girl

If I could give it a hundred stars I would. I had to get it perfect. I had to do it justice. Because the book was perfect. And the movie was almost perfect.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Tue, 14th Oct 2014
Are wearables the way of the future?
Digital Signage

Are wearables the way of the future?

Samsung debuts Gear S, a cutting-edge wearable smartphone with 3G, enhancing connectivity on the go. Set to transform user experience.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Tue, 14th Oct 2014
Samsung chooses Facebook for virtual reality push
Digital Signage

Samsung chooses Facebook for virtual reality push

Samsung and Oculus have joint forces to create the Gear VR, which brings virtual reality to the everyday consumer.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Tue, 14th Oct 2014