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Te Papa's innovation hub challenges entrepreneurs to develop innovative sports experiences

Mon, 22nd May 2017
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Mahuki is focusing the development of innovative tools to help cultural institutions tell their stories of sporting identity.
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Non-VR players get un-Tethered!

Mon, 22nd May 2017
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Previously only available for both PlayStation VR and Rift/Vive PC players, the game is now available for non-VR players.
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Nvidia announces new powerhouse graphics card feat. new tech

Mon, 15th May 2017
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This heavyweight GPU will be more targeted at data centre usage and high-performance computing, as opposed to consumer level computing.
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Snapchat Spectacles put up tidy but modest sales numbers

Thu, 11th May 2017
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The numbers weren't exactly super-specific, but it's enough to make some estimates of how many units they've sold.
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Opinion: We take some brilliant tech for granted way too often

Thu, 4th May 2017
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From virtual reality marvels to instant mobile banking, our daily tech wonders deserve more appreciation as we cruise into an automated future.
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Pokémon Go player makes Jesus joke in Russian Church, gets arrested

Tue, 2nd May 2017
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Russian blogger arrested for playing Pokémon Go in church faces possible 3.5 year prison sentence. Amnesty calls it attack on freedom of speech.
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Alienware 15 allows virtual reality on the go

Mon, 1st May 2017
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Alienware's new 15 R3 laptop is a heavy yet portable powerhouse, enabling VR gaming on the go with an Intel i7 and NVIDIA GTX 1060.
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Magnify VR expo brings a taste of the future to Auckland

Wed, 26th Apr 2017
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A full day of virtual and augmented reality demonstrations and experiences are on offer, including a specially made short movie that incorporate VR.
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Apple pauses world dominance to patent AR technology

Mon, 24th Apr 2017
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You could theoretically place and move objects in your home to see if they work to your liking, without having to even get off the couch.
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You're invited: Techweek'17 at MOTAT

Mon, 24th Apr 2017
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MOTAT Techweek'17 is coming up, an event that celebrates the reshaping of the world through innovative, exciting technology.
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Nokia announces OZO Reality vision for VR

Fri, 21st Apr 2017
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Nokia heralds a new era in VR with the unveiling of OZO Reality, promising a seamless blend of the real and virtual.
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Announcements galore at Facebook's F8 event

Wed, 19th Apr 2017
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Facebook has finished the first day of their F8 2017 event where developers flock to explore the future of technology.
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Augment your world: Virtual reality summit comes to NZ

Fri, 31st Mar 2017
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The Magnify Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality Expo is coming to New Zealand, showcasing the latest in VR and AR technology.
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Should IT pros care about augmented reality?

Mon, 27th Mar 2017
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AR might revolutionise business, but for IT pros, it's likely to just mean business as usual—and next-level gaming at home.
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Weather forecasts meet virtual reality with launch of AccuWeather app

Thu, 23rd Mar 2017
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Step into the storm with AccuWeather's new VR app, offering immersive 360-degree weather experiences in collaboration with Samsung.
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Exciting new tech at Te Papa for innovative learning

Wed, 15th Mar 2017
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Virtual Reality, 3D printers, 3D scanners, touch tables, and telepresence technologies will enable learners to connect in real time.
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Photo gallery: HP Partner First Forum 2017

Fri, 3rd Mar 2017
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VR to revolutionise industry, a reinvented mobile office, the home of tomorrow and security for all were on show at HP Partner First Forum yesterday.
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Mobile World Congress 2017: Samsung unveils new tablets and VR with controller

Mon, 27th Feb 2017
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Samsung has introduced the Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 and the Galaxy Book at Mobile World Congress, which kicked off this week in Barcelona.
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The biggest tech & digital trends we're getting excited about this year

Mon, 20th Feb 2017
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We're at a huge moment in time for the digital and technology world. With new ideas testing the boundaries, we're entering an exciting new phase.
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VR standalone devices to see whopping 405% CAGR through 2021

Tue, 14th Feb 2017
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After a content-starved market introduction, virtual reality (VR) is set to flourish off a swath of new and compelling content choices.