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Melbourne uni researchers at the forefront of forensics technology
Wed, 9th Oct 2019
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ar, vr & metaverse
Researchers at Monash University, in collaboration with Leidos and VIFM, are pioneering tech using machine learning and AR to revolutionise forensic ballistics.
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This is what our kids will hate us for: IoT devices 'asbestos of the future'
Wed, 9th Oct 2019
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iot
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data privacy
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cybersecurity
Experts warn that the lack of security in Internet of Things devices could make it the 'asbestos of the future'.
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Game review: Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon Breakpoint
Wed, 9th Oct 2019
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digital entertainment
This game is meant to be played with teammates as you’ll struggle a lot if you decide to play it all by yourself.
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Aussie uni utilises AR and VR to discover the human body
Tue, 8th Oct 2019
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edutech
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ar, vr & metaverse
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tertiary education
Students studying anatomy at La Trobe University are utilising digital technologies as opposed to textbooks to learn about the human body.
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Game review: NHL 20 (PS4)
Tue, 8th Oct 2019
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EA Sports' NHL 20 on PS4 captures the speed and excitement of ice hockey with improved mechanics, making it engaging and easy to pick up.
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UPS drone delivery heralds new era in parcel logistics
Mon, 7th Oct 2019
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drones
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cleantech
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amazon
UPS gains FAA approval for drone deliveries, marking a pivotal shift in parcel logistics. Experts see it as a strategic move against Amazon.
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Drones and tech could help save quokka from extinction
Mon, 7th Oct 2019
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drones
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cleantech
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microsoft
Microsoft has granted the University of Western Australia funds to save the quokka, using drones and cloud computing.
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Hands-on review: Epson's EF-100 projector is an outstanding portable cinema
Mon, 7th Oct 2019
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Epson's EF-100 projector, a compact and stylish portable laser unit, promises to elevate living room cinema with vibrant, high-quality images even in lit rooms.
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Blue Hat launches AR play-based learning center in China
Mon, 7th Oct 2019
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e-learning
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healthtech
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ar, vr & metaverse
The play-based learning center will provide an immersive learning experience across art, emotional, health, language, science, and social subjects.
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Microsoft shows off dual-screen Surface tech
Mon, 7th Oct 2019
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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microsoft
Microsoft has unveiled the Surface Duo, a dual-screen Android folding phone, capable of running two apps simultaneously, at its annual hardware event.
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Turnitin looks to AI to detect student cheaters
Mon, 7th Oct 2019
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edutech
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deakin university
Turnitin is incorporating artificial intelligence and machine learning (AI and ML) to tackle the problem of contract cheating.
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Game review: Code Vein
Mon, 7th Oct 2019
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digital entertainment
Code Vein by Bandai Namco and Shift dives into the challenging 'Soulsborne' genre, blending vampire lore with intense combat and deep customisation.
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Game review: Borderlands 3 is bulletloads of murder and mayhem
Fri, 4th Oct 2019
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Borderlands 3 has hit the ground running, selling over 5 million units in just three days and becoming 2K Games' fastest-selling title ever.
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Social media a growing business risk across Asia Pacific
Fri, 4th Oct 2019
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
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social media
Organisations now face an even wider risk landscape, as they seek to tackle emerging digital threats and deal with complex reputational and regulatory issues.
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Game review: Petoons Party could have been great, but it isn't
Fri, 4th Oct 2019
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gaming
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digital entertainment
It could have been a fun game for young kids to sit and compete against friends if the controls were better and the mini games were fair.
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Aspera Mobile launches the Jazz 2, a dual-SIM, budget smartphone
Fri, 4th Oct 2019
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smartphones
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4g technology
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aspera mobile
In an age where the ticket price of mobile phones seems to be ever increasing, such a low-cost alternative definitely has its place.
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Hands-on review: The Samsung Galaxy Note 10+ is sleek and sexy
Thu, 3rd Oct 2019
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smartphones
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gaming
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digital signage
To quote my favourite Jedi master, while not yet complete is my journey to the Android side, much closer to turning I am. Want one I do.
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New line of GoPro gear comes to stores this month
Wed, 2nd Oct 2019
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digital entertainment
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video
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photography
GoPro’s family of devices will grow a little larger in October, as the GoPro HERO8 Black, GoPro MAX, and Mods hit shelves later this month.
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NVIDIA launches RTX-based AI for live streamers
Wed, 2nd Oct 2019
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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software development
NVIDIA unveils RTX Broadcast Engine at TwitchCon, empowering live streamers and developers with AI-driven AR effects, style filters, and virtual greenscreens.
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Christchurch firm sells AR tech to US retail marketing giant
Wed, 2nd Oct 2019
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software development
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ar, vr & metaverse
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ar
Christchurch's Smudge sells AR tech for in-store visualisation to US retail giant InContext Solutions, marking a milestone in augmented reality innovation.