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D-Link and McAfee team up on router with integrated endpoint protection
Tue, 9th Jan 2018
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endpoint protection
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iot
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smart home
The D-Link AC2600 Wi-Fi router powered by McAfee and Intel’s connected home technology automatically protects all devices connected to the network.
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ASUS​ ​announces​ the ​world’s thinnest convertible laptop
Tue, 9th Jan 2018
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personal computing devices
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asus
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mobility
ASUS recently announced the availability of the ZenBook Flip S UX370, the world’s thinnest convertible laptop...
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Say goodbye to shaky footage with DJI’s mobile camera mounts
Tue, 9th Jan 2018
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smartphones
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drones
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digital entertainment
DJI unveils Osmo Mobile 2 and Ronin-S, transforming shaky smartphone and DSLR footage into smooth, cinematic videos.
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How to mitigate cyber risks while travelling
Tue, 9th Jan 2018
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wireless networks
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cloud services
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travel
Over the past year, compromises of payment card data, network intrusions, and cyberattacks using hotel Wi-Fi have plagued the hospitality industry.
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PC Gaming gets supersized
Mon, 8th Jan 2018
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nvidia
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bfgds
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partners
At CES in Las Vegas, NVIDIA have just announced the introduction of the big format gaming displays, AKA BFGDs.
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Beam Wi-Fi to your devices through a lamp
Mon, 8th Jan 2018
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uc
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smart home
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telco
MyLiFi, a lamp offering LiFi connectivity with speeds of 23 Mbps, is now on Indiegogo. The app-controlled LED light has already won two CES innovation awards.
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The AI smoke detector you never knew you needed
Mon, 8th Jan 2018
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ai
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google
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siri
Onelink Safe and Sound combines AI-driven smoke and CO detection with smart home connectivity, offering voice assistant integration and multi-room audio.
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New year rings in scams in the guise of Suncorp, MYOB, and ASIC emails
Mon, 8th Jan 2018
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malware
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fintech
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financial systems
Scammers kick off the new year with email fraud using fake Suncorp, MYOB, and ASIC branding, sending malicious links and attachments to Australian users.
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Final Cut Pro X introduces VR video editing
Mon, 8th Jan 2018
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digital entertainment
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personal computing devices
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ar, vr & metaverse
Apple updates Final Cut Pro X to include advanced 360-degree VR video editing, HDR support, and optimised 8K video editing on the new iMac Pro.
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Vodafone Foundation funds VR learning programme for struggling youth
Mon, 8th Jan 2018
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vodafone
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funding
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capital raising
Methodist Mission Southern is using their Vodafone Foundation funding to create and pilot a bespoke youth VR learning programme.
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Gartner’s ten predictions for smartphone AI developments
Mon, 8th Jan 2018
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smartphones
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ai
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ar, vr & metaverse
Gartner predicts smartphone AI will evolve into personalised companions by 2022, with 80% of devices boasting on-device AI, up from 10% in 2017.
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Intel processor vulnerabilities: What you need to know about Meltdown and Spectre
Mon, 8th Jan 2018
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personal computing devices
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microsoft
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google
Desktops, laptops, and smartphones running on vulnerable processors can be exposed to unauthorized access and information theft.
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LG’s new projector streams a 4K screen on to your wall
Mon, 8th Jan 2018
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digital signage
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digital entertainment
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displays & projectors
LG announced the HU80KA projector, its first 4K UHD1 model designed to deliver ultra-sharp video in a compact design...
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Apple confirms that macOS and iOS are vulnerable to Meltdown bugs
Mon, 8th Jan 2018
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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ios
Security issues known as Meltdown and Spectre affect all modern processors, including Apple's Mac systems and iOS devices. No known exploits at this time.
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Affordable digital training that works for you
Mon, 8th Jan 2018
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martech
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personal computing devices
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microsoft
Bringyourlaptop.com have made it easy and affordable for you to increase your digital skill set and get ahead of the competition.
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Alternative music players that allow you to get the best sound
Wed, 20th Dec 2017
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digital entertainment
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spotify
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itunes
In the era of Spotify and iTunes, the humble music player seems to be all but forgotten, and that's a shame...
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Are You on his “Good List?”: 2017 Christmas gift guide
Tue, 19th Dec 2017
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hp
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sphero
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technology gifts
While I’m sure most of you have been more naughty than nice, we all deserve a little bit of Christmas cheer...
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Five Tips on Shopping Safely This Festive Season
Tue, 19th Dec 2017
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martech
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commerce systems
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wireless networks
Aussie shoppers face online scam risks amidst festive e-sales surge. Stay vigilant with top cybersecurity tips.
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Facebook Messenger launches augmented reality extras
Tue, 19th Dec 2017
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digital entertainment
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ar, vr & metaverse
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facebook
Facebook Messenger has launched its World Effects technology on the Messenger camera, allowing people to drop 3D objects in their surroundings...
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AI takes control of Auckland’s power grid, that’s not scary at all
Mon, 18th Dec 2017
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datacentre infrastructure
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cartech
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power / energy
The mDERMS programme uses the latest technology to better monitor, analyse, and control Auckland’s energy network...