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Hands-on with the Xbox One X version of PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds (PUBG)
Gaming

Hands-on with the Xbox One X version of PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds (PUBG)

The biggest PC game out right now is now available on Xbox One and Xbox One X. Does this console port live up to the hype?.

By Damian Seeto • 6 min read • Thu, 14th Dec 2017
Only 20% of e-waste is recycled - and this needs to change, says United Nations
Unified Communications

Only 20% of e-waste is recycled - and this needs to change, says United Nations

A new report reveals that e-waste is a growing crisis, with 44.7 million metric tonnes generated in 2016, and a further increase predicted for 2021.

By Julia Gabel • 4 min read • Thu, 14th Dec 2017
Avoid gifting weaponised teddy bears & game console hacks: Top IoT threats this season
Malware

Avoid gifting weaponised teddy bears & game console hacks: Top IoT threats this season

Cyber attacks on toys, gaming consoles and home assistants, you ask? Weaponised teddy bears? Yes, it is possible.

By Sara Barker • 4 min read • Wed, 13th Dec 2017
Hands-on Review: Is this the ultimate gaming PC?
Gaming

Hands-on Review: Is this the ultimate gaming PC?

Giallo Orion's gaming rig offers a seamless, high-performance experience, making it a top choice for those seeking ultimate gaming prowess with no compromises.

By Damian Seeto • 3 min read • Wed, 13th Dec 2017
Amazon Music Unlimited arrives in 28 countries
Digital Entertainment

Amazon Music Unlimited arrives in 28 countries

Amazon Music Unlimited expands into 28 more countries, offering a catalogue of over 40 million songs and thousands of playlists to more listeners.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Tue, 12th Dec 2017
Three beautiful rhythm games that will distract you from work
Gaming

Three beautiful rhythm games that will distract you from work

Escape the mundane with Cytus, Deemo, and Dynamix—three stunning rhythm games that promise to captivate and derail your workday productivity.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Tue, 12th Dec 2017
Plantronics aims to fuel your workout with music
Digital Entertainment

Plantronics aims to fuel your workout with music

Plantronics introduces new wireless sports headphones, BackBeat FIT 305 and BackBeat FIT 505, offering comfort, stability and durability.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Tue, 12th Dec 2017
Everything you need to know about the mysterious Launchpad
Digital Entertainment

Everything you need to know about the mysterious Launchpad

The Launchpad, an unassuming 8x8 grid, is revolutionising electronic music with its integration with Ableton Live, portability, and versatility.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Tue, 12th Dec 2017
Android's poor system update process is putting devices at risk
Mobile Device Management

Android's poor system update process is putting devices at risk

Singh says that even one year after Android 7.0 Nougat was released, only 17% of devices run the operating system. The statistics are poorer for 7.1.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 12th Dec 2017
Hands-on Review: Samsung Galaxy Note 8
Gaming

Hands-on Review: Samsung Galaxy Note 8

The Samsung Galaxy Note 8 dazzles with its Infinity Display and smooth performance, but its premium features come at a steep price of USD $1,600.

By James Fraser • 3 min read • Tue, 12th Dec 2017
Hands-on Review: D-Link DSL-5300 Cobra AC 5300 Wave 2 Wi-Fi Modem Router
Gaming

Hands-on Review: D-Link DSL-5300 Cobra AC 5300 Wave 2 Wi-Fi Modem Router

The D-Link DSL-5300 Cobra AC 5300 marries eye-catching design with cutting-edge Wi-Fi capabilities, offering top-tier performance and future-proof versatility.

By Darren Price • 4 min read • Tue, 12th Dec 2017
Three futuristic instruments straight out of a Star Wars cantina
Digital Entertainment

Three futuristic instruments straight out of a Star Wars cantina

Explore three futuristic musical instruments resembling those from a Star Wars cantina, including the Marimba Lumina, GePS, and Eigenharp.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Mon, 11th Dec 2017
Transform your PC into an AI supercomputer
Artificial Intelligence

Transform your PC into an AI supercomputer

NVIDIA reveals TITAN V, the world's most powerful GPU for PCs, with 110 teraflops of power and new Volta architecture.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Mon, 11th Dec 2017
Introducing Qleek, the mixtape of the future
Digital Entertainment

Introducing Qleek, the mixtape of the future

Qleek offers a modern twist on the classic mixtape, blending customisation with digital convenience for sharing songs and photos that evolve over time.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Mon, 11th Dec 2017
Top smartphones battle it out for battery dominance
Apple

Top smartphones battle it out for battery dominance

Samsung and iPhone have long been hailed as the supreme leaders of smartphone technology, however, a new contender has entered the ring...

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Mon, 11th Dec 2017
Three music games that will fill you with nostalgia
Gaming

Three music games that will fill you with nostalgia

Step into nostalgia with these three iconic music games: Dance Dance Revolution, SingStar, and Guitar Hero—timeless classics that defined a generation.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Mon, 11th Dec 2017
Sennheiser debuts the ultimate take-anywhere headphones
Digital Entertainment

Sennheiser debuts the ultimate take-anywhere headphones

Sennheiser debuts the MOMENTUM In-Ear Wireless, a sleek Bluetooth neckband headphone with hi-fi sound, 10-hour battery, and premium materials.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Mon, 11th Dec 2017
Three epic speakers we want for summer adventures
Digital Entertainment

Three epic speakers we want for summer adventures

Get ready for a summer of sun, food, and Christmas festivities with these top three speakers for your holiday season.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Mon, 11th Dec 2017
Music lovers listen up, these high-tech headphones are the future
Digital Entertainment

Music lovers listen up, these high-tech headphones are the future

The MOMENTUM is a winning combination of uncompromised performance, pure minimalistic style and luxurious high-quality materials...

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Mon, 11th Dec 2017