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Samsung left Bixby & SmartThings code wide open to the public
Fri, 10th May 2019
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smart home
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software development
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samsung
Samsung's security oversight left Bixby and SmartThings code, along with key credentials, publicly accessible on GitLab, exposing 135 projects.
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Consumer spending on tech to reach US$1.32 trillion this year
Fri, 10th May 2019
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smartphones
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robots
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drones
If you ever thought the tech industry for consumers was beginning to wane, the International Data Corporation has some stats for you.
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People are tired of driving – bring on the autonomous cars
Fri, 10th May 2019
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cartech
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healthtech
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capgemini
A new study has found that consumer preference for riding in self-driving cars is set to double within the next five years.
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Toyota & Panasonic to create 'connected towns' in Japan
Fri, 10th May 2019
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robots
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smart cities
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smart home
Toyota and Panasonic plan to revolutionise daily life in Japan by creating 'smart towns' where homes, transport, and services are interconnected.
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Hands-on review: The Corsair K70 RGB Mk.2 Mechanical Gaming Keyboard
Thu, 9th May 2019
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
The Corsair K70 RGB Mk.2 Mechanical Gaming Keyboard delivers top-notch engineering, comfort, and style, ideal for serious gamers and avid typists alike.
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Hands-on review: The beauty of Adobe Premiere Rush
Thu, 9th May 2019
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gaming
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martech
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reviews
A good photographer will tell you that you need to follow the four main principles; lighting, lighting, lighting and lighting.
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What your privacy means to Google - and what it's doing about it
Thu, 9th May 2019
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google
Google has declared that it’s all about making privacy work for everyone – despite its long-held reputation as an information harvester.
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Quick facts about Google Assistant & Nest Hub Max
Thu, 9th May 2019
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smart home
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google
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google assistant
Google I/O reveals exciting updates for Google Nest Hub Max and Google Assistant, enhancing home automation and user personalisation.
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Ericsson report uncovers the consumer potential of 5G
Thu, 9th May 2019
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uc
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5g & beyond
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wireless networks
Ericsson's report challenges 4 key myths about 5G's consumer value, revealing a future of enhanced connectivity.
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Epson large format printers win first Red Dot Best of the Best Award
Wed, 8th May 2019
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displays & projectors
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printing
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awards
Epson's large format printers have clinched their first Red Dot: Best of the Best award, with five inkjets, a scanner, and a projector also honoured.
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Paranoid Android? Examining three key trends in Android malware
Wed, 8th May 2019
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smartphones
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ddos
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wireless networks
It definitely doesn’t mean you are paranoid if you’re worried about Android security:  the threat landscape is growing in every dimension.
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Five ways Windows 10 Professional lets you have it all
Wed, 8th May 2019
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microsoft
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operating systems
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microsoft office 365
With Windows 7 support ending, Windows 10 Professional emerges as the modern, secure, and efficient solution for businesses. Explore its five standout features.
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Sydney hosts the Intel Extreme Masters 2019 esports competition
Tue, 7th May 2019
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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intel
The ESL Intel Extreme Masters Counter-Strike: Global Offensive tournament took place in Sydney, with Team Liquid taking home the trophy.
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It's 'lights out' for two more dark web marketplaces
Mon, 6th May 2019
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cybersecurity
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dark web
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europol
Don’t be fooled if you see talk that Wall Street Market has been taken down – because it’s most likely not what you think.
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Soon you could earn cryptocurrency as you drive
Mon, 6th May 2019
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cryptocurrency
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blockchain
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smart home
Jaguar Land Rover is testing 'smart wallet' tech that could let drivers earn cryptocurrency by reporting road conditions, with rewards like coffee and parking.
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Christchurch Airport: Fighting fire with VR
Mon, 6th May 2019
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ar, vr & metaverse
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christchurch airport
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firefighting
Christchurch Airport becomes the first in New Zealand to use custom VR programmes for firefighter training, enhancing readiness for emergencies.
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Consumers 'creeped out' by IoT devices as distrust reigns supreme
Fri, 3rd May 2019
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iot
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smart home
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data privacy
A new Internet Society study reveals 63% of global consumers find IoT devices, like smart TVs and security cameras, ‘creepy’ due to privacy concerns.
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Thunderstruck! All your essential computer ports in one tiny device
Fri, 3rd May 2019
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elgato
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thunderbolt
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accessories
Simplify your workstation with Elgato's Thunderbolt 3 Mini Dock, combining USB, HDMI, Ethernet, and DisplayPort in one compact device.
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Epson printers and projectors Win iF Design Award
Thu, 2nd May 2019
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displays & projectors
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printing
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awards
This year's winners were selected from more than 6,375 entries from 52 countries by a 67-member jury comprised of experts from around the world.
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Epson Inkjets recognised for energy efficiency and conservation
Thu, 2nd May 2019
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printing
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awards
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epson
Epson's LX-10000F and LX-7000F inkjets receive The Director-General's Prize for energy efficiency, using fraction of power of typical A3 office lasers.