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LG unveils innovative MX platform at CES 2025 in Vegas
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LG Electronics has debuted its LG Mobility Experience platform at CES 2025, merging smart home tech with automotive innovation to enhance mobility.
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Unwanted Christmas gifts in Australia to hit USD $1bn
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collaboration
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sustainability
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The Australia Institute believes unwanted Christmas gifts in 2024 could lead to waste valued at USD $1 billion, affecting nearly 27% of Australians.
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Study shows 10% of jobs may be replaced by AI in 5 years
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ai
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workforce technology
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A global survey reveals over half of businesses predict AI will replace 10% of job roles in the next five years, signalling significant workforce shifts.
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Google Cloud unveils enhanced NotebookLM Plus for business
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data privacy
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Google Cloud has launched NotebookLM Plus, an AI-powered research assistant available to Gemini users, enhancing data insights and collaboration.
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AceZone appoints Audacity Australia for ANZ headset sales
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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headsets
AceZone has appointed Audacity Australia as the exclusive distributor of its premium gaming headsets across Australia and New Zealand.
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Shared Memory & EyeJack lead wins at XR festival 2024
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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console gaming
The Australian XR Festival Awards 2024, hosted for the first time in Sydney, celebrated local and global talent in creative technology at the State Library.
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Replikant Chat launches on Steam Early Access platform
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REPLIKANT has launched REPLIKANT Chat on Steam Early Access, offering users immersive conversations with 3D AI characters that evolve over time.
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Blackmagic lowers Pocket Cinema Camera 4K to USD $995
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film production
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accessibility
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camera
Blackmagic Design has slashed the price of its Pocket Cinema Camera 4K to USD $995, aiming to enhance accessibility for digital filmmakers and live producers.
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Hands-on review: Samsung Galaxy A16 an affordable and lightweight choice for a first phone
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reviews
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The Samsung Galaxy A16 5G impresses as a budget-friendly option at USD $200, boasting a stunning display and six years of software updates.
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Tinybeans urges parents to rethink photo sharing online
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data privacy
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ai
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social media
Tinybeans warns parents against oversharing children's photos online, highlighting privacy risks linked to AI technologies amid growing safety concerns.
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Allianz uses VR therapy to aid driving phobia recovery
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ar, vr & metaverse
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insurance
Allianz has launched a Virtual Reality therapy programme to help drivers overcome phobias following accidents, in partnership with the Sydney Phobia Clinic.
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BLUETTI launches all-in-one backpack power stations
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hands-free
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safety
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photography
Adventurers rejoice as BLUETTI launches its Handsfree Series in Australia, featuring solar-powered backpacks ideal for outdoor exploration.
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Hands-on review: Corsair K70 Core TKL Wireless keyboard
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reviews
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personal computing devices
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The Corsair K70 Core TKL Wireless keyboard combines compact design with customisable RGB features, offering gamers and professionals a versatile and comfortable typing experience.
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UTS & Leonardo.Ai launch AI-focused PhD scholarships
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edutech
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data science
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The University of Technology Sydney has partnered with Leonardo.Ai to launch a PhD programme offering four fully-funded scholarships to enhance AI research.
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Young Aussies win big in Samsung's Solve for Tomorrow 2024
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Samsung Electronics Australia has recognised young innovators in its 2024 Solve for Tomorrow competition, awarding AUD $10,000 to top winner Bradley Cox.
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Australians embrace AI chatbots for holiday shopping
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martech
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Research reveals that nearly a third of Australian consumers now prefer AI chatbots for holiday shopping, embracing the tech across all age groups.
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Cyber threats rise during festive season, experts warn
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
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email security
As the festive season approaches, experts warn of rising cyber threats, urging organisations and individuals to strengthen their digital defences during this vulnerable period.
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How to work with TechDay: A guide for PR Agencies
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partner programmes
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digital marketing
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techday
Preparing your releases in a particular way will not only make our lives easier, but improve the chances of your lead being picked among the masses.
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Seagate unveils gaming drives for the holiday season
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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xbox
Seagate has unveiled a new range of gaming hard drives and SSDs, set to enhance the gaming experience this Christmas for gamers across Australia and New Zealand.
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Exclusive: How ASUS' AI-powered ExpertBook P5 impacts professionals
Last month
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ai
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cleantech
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cloud services
ASUS has launched its AI-powered ExpertBook P5, a laptop designed for professionals that promises to enhance productivity and collaboration in hybrid work settings.