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Game review: Mortal Kombat 11 packs a powerful punch
Thu, 2nd May 2019
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Mortal Kombat 11 delivers stunning visuals and smooth gameplay but stumbles with its tedious unlock system and lack of tag-team battles.
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Dutch firm wants to restore Notre Dame by 3D printing it
Thu, 2nd May 2019
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3d printing
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retailers
A Dutch firm, Concr3de, proposes using 3D printing with recycled Notre Dame rubble to restore the iconic Parisian cathedral, blending history with modern tech.
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IDC: Apple slips to third behind Huawei in smartphone market
Thu, 2nd May 2019
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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In a dramatic turn, Apple has slipped to third place in smartphone shipments behind Huawei, which saw a 50% increase, per IDC's 1Q19 report.
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From robots to ruins: Anki goes bust
Wed, 1st May 2019
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robots
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smart home
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home robots
You may have seen the quickly little robots called Vector and Cozmo - well, their creators are now out of a job.
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Security alert: More than 2 million IoT devices are now junk
Wed, 1st May 2019
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smart home
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f-secure
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security vulnerabilities
Over two million IoT devices, including security cameras and baby monitors, have critical security flaws, warns researcher Paul Marrapese.
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Knightsbridge Pizzeria chooses Epson Mono EcoTank solution
Wed, 1st May 2019
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printing
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epson
The EcoTank Mono range consists of two models, the ET-M1100 and ET-M1120, both of which come with cost savings.
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Tech firm creates first 3D-printed IoT device
Wed, 1st May 2019
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iot
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smart home
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3d printing
It was printed, assembled, and tested in less than one day – much faster than traditional non-3D printed devices where the process can take up to two weeks.
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Mozilla launches home IoT platform designed for Raspberry Pi
Tue, 30th Apr 2019
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iot
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smart home
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wireless networks
Mozilla unveils WebThings, an open IoT platform running on Raspberry Pi, promising enhanced smart home control, privacy, and security with new features.
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Eight ways to empower children to use the internet safely
Tue, 30th Apr 2019
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smart home
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trend micro
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online safety
Digital savvy kids spend 33hrs/week online, but lack cyber safety awareness, prompting vital parental guidance.
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Hands-on review: The Edifier S3000 Pro bookshelf speakers
Tue, 30th Apr 2019
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gaming
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reviews
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smart home
Edifier’s new flagship S3000 Pro Active 2.0 Wireless Monitor bookshelf speakers are a high-end choice for people who love their music.
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Almost half of storage devices for sale contain personal info, study finds
Tue, 30th Apr 2019
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storage
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smart home
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breach prevention
Nearly half of second-hand storage devices still contain sensitive personal data, a Blancco and Ontrack study reveals, highlighting data erasure failures.
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Beyond lock and key: Securing the smarthome
Mon, 29th Apr 2019
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iot
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smart home
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wireless networks
As households embrace smart technology, security concerns mount. From smart locks to automated coffee makers, here's how to safeguard your connected home.
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SIM swapping: What is it and should you be worried?
Mon, 29th Apr 2019
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cybersecurity
Due to the growing reliance on mobile phones, SIM swapping is increasingly targeted as a way to take over a victim’s online accounts.
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Game review: Zombies roam the Earth in Days Gone
Mon, 29th Apr 2019
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
The long-awaited PS4 exclusive Days Gone delivers a solid, yet flawed zombie adventure, set in the picturesque and perilous state of post-apocalyptic Oregon.
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Belkin WeMo Insight smart plugs vulnerable to attack
Mon, 29th Apr 2019
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iot
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smart home
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casb
Belkin’s WeMo Insight smart plugs are at risk as McAfee reveals a nearly year-old vulnerability still unpatched, potentially allowing serious cyberattacks.
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OneSmart unveils AI-driven education products
Mon, 29th Apr 2019
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edutech
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data analytics
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martech
OneSmart launches AI-powered education tools aimed at enhancing student learning through customisation and interactive technology, revealed in Shanghai.
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Hands-on review: Trend Micro’s Home Network Security protects IoT devices easily
Mon, 29th Apr 2019
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gaming
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iot security
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iot
These access points may seem trivial, but any device connected to the internet now has the potential to be hacked.
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Hands-on review: Stick Up Cam Battery
Fri, 26th Apr 2019
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gaming
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reviews
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smart home
This is a battery-powered indoor/outdoor HD camera with two-way talk, night vision, and versatile mounting options.
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AI helps Amazon Alexa ignore its own name
Fri, 26th Apr 2019
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smart home
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amazon
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smart assistant
Amazon and Johns Hopkins researchers harness AI to help Alexa distinguish between its wake word and everyday mentions, reducing false activations by 15%.
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Lenovo outlines new range of Legion mobile gaming devices
Thu, 25th Apr 2019
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gaming
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endpoint protection
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digital entertainment
Lenovo has expanded its Legion lineup with five upgraded gaming laptops and two new additions, all featuring 9th Gen Intel Core processors and NVIDIA GPUs.