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Hands-on review: The wireless headset with uncompromising sound quality
Tue, 29th Oct 2019
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Corsair's VIRTUOSO RGB Wireless headset astounds with its exceptional build and unrivalled audio quality, making every note and gaming moment a revelation.
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Hands-on review: One month with the Apple Watch Series 5
Fri, 25th Oct 2019
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gaming
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wearables
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reviews
After a month with the Apple Watch Series 5, our in-depth review reveals it as the ultimate gadget for Apple enthusiasts, but is it worth the upgrade?.
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Rebellious robots: the latest in robotic research
Fri, 25th Oct 2019
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robots
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it automation
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data-driven automation
The latest in human-robot research is a handheld robot that is designed to try and frustrate its human counterpart in a bid to develop robotic cooperation.
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Aussie researchers to help NASA advance astronaut health
Fri, 25th Oct 2019
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spacetech
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healthtech
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nasa
Australian researchers are teaming up with NASA to develop microfluidic sensors for monitoring astronaut health, advancing space and Earth healthcare.
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Minecraft Earth is now available in New Zealand
Thu, 24th Oct 2019
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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microsoft
It’s great that Kiwis get this early opportunity to join Minecraft as it takes the leap from the screen into the AR world.
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Attacks on IoT devices booming, research finds
Thu, 24th Oct 2019
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ddos
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iot
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kaspersky
Cyberattacks on Internet of Things devices have surged, with 105 million attacks detected in H1 2019, according to Kaspersky.
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No joke - researchers have created 'caressable' artificial skin
Thu, 24th Oct 2019
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robots
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biology
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phone case
UK and French scientists have engineered synthetic skin that responds to touch, turning your smartphone into an unexpectedly caressable device.
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The dawn of a new age: Google cracks quantum supremacy
Thu, 24th Oct 2019
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data science
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quantum computing
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google
Google's Sycamore quantum computer achieves quantum supremacy by solving a complex computation in 200 seconds, outperforming classical computers.
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Hands-on review: One month with the Apple iPhone 11
Thu, 24th Oct 2019
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smartphones
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gaming
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reviews
After a month with the iPhone 11, its stunning design, exceptional camera, and impressive battery life prove it to be a standout in Apple's 2019 lineup.
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Hackers access NordVPN server, users unaffected
Wed, 23rd Oct 2019
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vpns
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datacentre infrastructure
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breach prevention
In 2018, hackers breached a NordVPN server at a Finnish data centre, but the company insists no user data was compromised.
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Hands-on review: Norton Lifelock's Norton 360 security suite
Wed, 23rd Oct 2019
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
With Norton 360, Norton Lifelock offers a robust security suite for Australia and New Zealand with enhanced features and an improved user experience.
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realme smartphones launch into Aussie market
Tue, 22nd Oct 2019
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smartphones
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digital signage
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displays & projectors
The Oppo-supported up-and-comer has announced the release of four devices, three of which include quad-camera, all under $500.
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Game review: Grid (PC)
Tue, 22nd Oct 2019
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Codemasters continues to set the pace in motorsport gaming with Grid, a polished iteration that blends impeccable car handling with stunning visuals.
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Deliveroo takes rider safety seriously with new advisory panel
Tue, 22nd Oct 2019
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apps
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food
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road safety
Deliveroo forms a Rider Advisory Panel, with 10 riders from across the country, to enhance safety measures and address road safety issues for its delivery team.
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Game review: Doraemon: Story of Seasons - the best mashup of 2019
Tue, 22nd Oct 2019
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
The charming fusion of Doraemon and Story of Seasons delivers a relaxing farming sim with stunning visuals, despite a slow start and clunky controls.
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Feeling it: Robotic arms a step closer to expressing touch
Tue, 22nd Oct 2019
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robots
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ar, vr & metaverse
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ar
University of Bristol builds ‘Mantis,’ an affordable robotic arm offering touch feedback, enhancing VR experiences by enabling users to feel virtual objects.
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Cost of fraud averaging 3.4 times lost transaction value - study
Mon, 21st Oct 2019
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online fraud
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fraud
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study
The LexisNexis study found that there was an average of almost 400 successful monthly fraudulent transactions in the South East Asia region.
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Game review: The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Complete Edition (Switch)
Mon, 21st Oct 2019
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gaming
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digital entertainment
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt comes to Nintendo Switch, bringing its vast, detailed world to a portable console. But how does it fare on the go?.
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Hands-on review: The 10.2' Apple iPad (Seventh Generation)
Fri, 18th Oct 2019
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gaming
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devops
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reviews
Apple’s 10.2 iPad (7th Gen) impresses with its versatility and performance, proving to be a powerful tool for both professionals and students alike.
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Aussie landlines becoming extinct earlier than expected
Fri, 18th Oct 2019
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smartphones
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uc
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telco
Landline phone usage in Australia is declining rapidly, with just 56% of Australians owning one, according to Finder.