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Hands-on review: The Nest product range
Tue, 28th Nov 2017
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gaming
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reviews
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smart home
Nest’s camera range dazzles with near-flawless 1080p video and seamless push notifications, but the hefty USD $800 price tag might deter the budget-conscious.
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Hands-on review: Fitbit Alta HR, reunited and it feels so good
Tue, 28th Nov 2017
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gaming
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wearables
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reviews
The Fitbit Alta is Fitbit’s slimmest design yet, but don’t mistake its simple design for a basic fitness band...
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Charge your EV in minutes with Powerswap
Tue, 28th Nov 2017
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robots
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cartech
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wireless electric vehicle charging
Instead of connecting the cord and waiting for the car to be charged, the battery is replaced with the help of a robotic device...
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Why your gaming rig needs more memory
Mon, 27th Nov 2017
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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personal computing devices
Boost your gaming rig's performance with more RAM; it's an affordable, quick upgrade that sharpens graphics and ensures seamless gameplay, says Ballistix.
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Race your drone in augmented reality with DJI
Mon, 27th Nov 2017
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drones
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ar, vr & metaverse
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dji
DJI unveils the DJI Goggles Racing Edition, enhancing FPV drone racing with sleek design and cutting-edge video transmission technology.
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Star Wars holograms are finally here
Mon, 27th Nov 2017
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star wars
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holographics
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3d technology
The HoloPlayer One is a device that projects 3D holograms that look like they are straight out of Star Wars...
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Logitech’s latest keyboard kit works in VR
Mon, 27th Nov 2017
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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ar, vr & metaverse
Logitech unveils VR-ready keyboard kit priced at USD $150, aiming to revolutionise text entry and interaction in Virtual Reality with an HTC Vive partnership.
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Craft your castle in mind-blowing mixed reality
Mon, 27th Nov 2017
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ar, vr & metaverse
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minecraft
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ar
Minecraft's latest update integrates Windows Mixed Reality, allowing players to craft, explore, and survive in an immersive 3D world with minimal setup.
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Everything you need in your mancave
Mon, 27th Nov 2017
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digital signage
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displays & projectors
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panasonic
Transform your mancave or Lady Lair into the ultimate retreat with Panasonic's premium range. From top-tier TVs to innovative fridges, your oasis awaits.
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The horror continues in The Evil Within 2
Mon, 27th Nov 2017
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
The Evil Within 2 refines its horror, enticing fans of both Resident Evil and the original with enhanced, accessible play.
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‘Freaky’ Aussies are ready for holographic dating
Fri, 24th Nov 2017
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sony
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3d
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3d printing
Aussies are embracing 3D tech for health, social life, and even dating, with 37% of men keen on using 3D scans on dating sites, new Sony research finds.
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Digging the red planet with JCB Pioneer Mars
Thu, 23rd Nov 2017
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
British machinery giant JCB leaps into the gaming world with JCB Pioneer Mars, blending Mars survival with construction simulation.
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Hands-on review: Anki Overdrive
Thu, 23rd Nov 2017
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gaming
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robots
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reviews
Anki Overdrive brings nostalgic thrills with its responsive cars, magnetic tracks, and an app-enhanced experience, but its price tag may deter some buyers.
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Gran Turismo Sport will soon get a new single player mode called GT League
Thu, 23rd Nov 2017
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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sony
GT Sport was criticised at launch thanks to the game lacking a proper single player campaign. Well now a GT League mode is being added.
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Volvo sells Uber thousands of autonomous cars
Thu, 23rd Nov 2017
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cartech
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uber
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volvo
Volvo to supply Uber with tens of thousands of autonomous vehicle base models by 2021, enhancing their strategic tech-partnership for self-driving future.
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BREAKING: Uber tried to sweep data breach of 57m people under the rug
Thu, 23rd Nov 2017
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
In October last year hackers stole the personal data of 57 million customers and drivers from Uber and it has only just emerged now.
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DJI launches $75,000 robotics competition
Wed, 22nd Nov 2017
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robots
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drones
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dji
DJI has opened registrations for RoboMaster 2018, offering a grand prize of USD $75,000 for the winning team in its electrifying annual robotics competition.
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Why business is looking good for ransomware criminals
Wed, 22nd Nov 2017
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malware
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
New findings from a report that Carbon Black has released show it is easier than ever for criminals to extort money from victims through ransomware.
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Hands-on review: Disneyland Adventures is not the happiest place on Earth
Wed, 22nd Nov 2017
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
Disneyland is often referred to as the 'Happiest Place On Earth'. Sadly, you'll be doing a lot of frowning if you choose to play Disneyland Adventures.
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Hands-on review: D-Link’s DIR-882 EXO AC2600 MU-MIMO Wi-Fi Router
Wed, 22nd Nov 2017
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gaming
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uc
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reviews
As home networks are put under pressure from multiple wi-fi connected devices D-Link’s DIR-882 EXO AC2600 MU-MIMO Wi-Fi Router makes sure everyone in.