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Hands-on Review: CyberPower OLS1000ERT2UA UPS
Tue, 3rd Sep 2024
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smart home
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power / energy
The CyberPower OLS1000ERT2UA UPS impresses with its versatile design and robust power protection, ideal for both home offices and corporate IT setups.
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Game review: Star Wars Outlaws (PS5)
Mon, 2nd Sep 2024
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gaming
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Ubisoft's Star Wars Outlaws offers stellar space exploration and stunning graphics, but clunky stealth and repetitive missions hamper its full potential. Verdict: 8.0/10.
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Hands-on review: XGIMI MoGo 2 Pro Smart Projector
Thu, 29th Aug 2024
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digital entertainment
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displays & projectors
The XGIMI MoGo 2 Pro is a compact, powerful projector with Android TV, 1080P resolution, and outstanding dual 8W speakers, perfect for home entertainment.
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Game review: Monster Jam Showdown (Xbox Series X)
Wed, 28th Aug 2024
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gaming
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Monster Jam Showdown on Xbox Series X offers a thrilling monster truck racing experience with creative modes and a unique control system, earning an 8.5/10.
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Game review: Concord (PS5)
Tue, 27th Aug 2024
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Concord, Sony’s new online hero shooter for PS5 and PC, is a multiplayer-only game priced at NZD $69.99 amidst a sea of free-to-play competitors.
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Hands-on review: Asus Zenbook S 16 with AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 Processor
Thu, 22nd Aug 2024
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gaming
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endpoint protection
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reviews
The Asus Zenbook S 16 showcases the power of the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 Processor, blending sleek design with impressive computing and AI capabilities.
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Game review: Tomba! Special Edition (PS5)
Mon, 19th Aug 2024
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gaming
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digital entertainment
The '90s classic Tomba! gets a fresh release with Tomba! Special Edition for PS5, retaining its nostalgic charm and adding modern features.
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Hands-on review: JBL Live Flex 3 TWS in ear headphones
Mon, 19th Aug 2024
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reviews
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digital entertainment
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gadgets
JBL's Live Flex 3 TWS headphones offer stellar sound quality but fall short on comfort and noise-cancellation, making them a mixed bag.
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Hands-on review: JBL Clip 5 Ultra Bluetooth Speaker
Wed, 14th Aug 2024
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reviews
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digital entertainment
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bluetooth
The JBL Clip 5 Ultra is a game-changer in Bluetooth speakers, offering portability with its carabiner hook, waterproofing, and superior sound quality at an affordable NZD $99.99.
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Game review: One Piece Odyssey (Nintendo Switch)
Thu, 8th Aug 2024
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gaming
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digital entertainment
One Piece Odyssey on Nintendo Switch impresses with stable performance and charming anime graphics, offering a worthy RPG experience with added Deluxe content.
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Hands-on review: Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 both fun and reliable
Mon, 5th Aug 2024
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smartphones
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gaming
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reviews
Samsung's new and impressive Galaxy Z Flip 6 combines nostalgic flip phone charm with the cutting-edge technology you could once only dream of having.
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Game Review: Anger Foot (PC)
Wed, 31st Jul 2024
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gaming
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digital entertainment
The anarchic first-person shooter Anger Foot delivers chaotic, non-stop fun with its door-kicking, enemy-booting gameplay and thumping, immersive soundtrack.
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New Zealand completes cyber security review after IPAC threats
Mon, 15th Jul 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
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gcsb
New Zealand’s NCSC has reviewed its practices following cyber threats against IPAC members, highlighting the need for broader, more comprehensive cyber security measures.
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Hands-on review: Lorex 2K Pan-Tilt Outdoor Wi-Fi Security Camera
Thu, 11th Jul 2024
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reviews
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smart home
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wireless networks
The Lorex 2K Pan-Tilt Outdoor Wi-Fi Security Camera offers impressive features like person detection and local storage, all without monthly fees.
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Game review: Luigi’s Mansion 2 HD (Nintendo Switch)
Mon, 8th Jul 2024
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Nintendo brings Luigi’s Mansion 2 HD to the Switch in 2024, offering sharp graphics and engaging gameplay, though hindered by a lack of checkpoints.
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Kiwi intelligence agencies welcome human rights compliance review
Fri, 5th Jul 2024
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gcsb
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mps
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NZSIS and GCSB are welcoming an IGIS review on Human Rights Risk Assessments with open arms, highlighting a need for enhanced oversight and compliance.
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Game review: Kayak VR: Mirage Soča Valley DLC (PlayStation VR2/PC VR)
Thu, 4th Jul 2024
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gaming
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digital entertainment
The first DLC for Kayak VR: Mirage, Soča Valley, brings a beautiful Slovakian environment and white-water challenges to both PlayStation VR2 and PC VR.
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SentinelOne earns top ratings in Gartner review for security
Wed, 3rd Jul 2024
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malware
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ransomware
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edr
SentinelOne’s Singularity Platform has been rated among the top in Gartner’s report, with 95% of users recommending it for enterprise security.
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Game review: The Talos Principle 2: Road to Elysium DLC (PS5)
Mon, 1st Jul 2024
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Croteam's 'Road to Elysium' DLC for The Talos Principle 2 mesmerises with stunning graphics and arduous puzzles, though its difficulty may deter some players.
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Game review: The Elder Scrolls Online: Gold Road (PC)
Mon, 1st Jul 2024
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Bethesda's Elder Scrolls Online expands with Gold Road, adding West Weald and 30+ gameplay hours. A great entry point for new and veteran players alike.