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Australian game developers march on, generating $118 million of revenue
Gaming

Australian game developers march on, generating $118 million of revenue

The Australian video game development industry continues to flourish, despite minimal recognition from their government.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Wed, 17th Jan 2018
Dell launches environmentally sustainable jewellery line
Unified Communications

Dell launches environmentally sustainable jewellery line

Dell partners with actress Nikki Reed to launch a jewellery line using recycled gold from computer motherboards, blending sustainability with fashion.

By Julia Gabel • 2 min read • Wed, 17th Jan 2018
Parents beware! Malware may be hitchhiking on game apps
Malware

Parents beware! Malware may be hitchhiking on game apps

Cyber-criminals are targeting game apps intended for children, infecting them with 'AdultSwine' malware on Google Play, Check Point researchers warn.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Wed, 17th Jan 2018
CheckPoint aims to tackle mental health issues using video games
Gaming

CheckPoint aims to tackle mental health issues using video games

CheckPoint has unveiled its first trailer for a new webseries aimed at tackling mental health issues through video games, launching on 29 January.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Wed, 17th Jan 2018
Final Fantasy XV: Royal Edition gets a release date on PS4 and Xbox One
Gaming

Final Fantasy XV: Royal Edition gets a release date on PS4 and Xbox One

It appears Square Enix is about to re-release Final Fantasy XV adding some new content to it in a version called the 'Royal Edition'.

By Damian Seeto • 1 min read • Tue, 16th Jan 2018
SMITE players, get ready for a new map and a new challenge
Gaming

SMITE players, get ready for a new map and a new challenge

SMITE's season five introduces its largest-ever map and gameplay overhaul, plus new gods, starting with Cerberus. Play the update from January 17th.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Tue, 16th Jan 2018
Samsung unveils distortion cancelling soundbar
Samsung

Samsung unveils distortion cancelling soundbar

Samsung unveils new NW700 Sound+ soundbar at CES 2018, featuring distortion-cancelling technology and a slim design for wall mounting.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Tue, 16th Jan 2018
Hands-on with Dragon Ball FighterZ during its open beta period
Gaming

Hands-on with Dragon Ball FighterZ during its open beta period

January 2018 is already a stacked month for fighting games as two of them are coming out. One of them is Dragon Ball FighterZ!.

By Damian Seeto • 4 min read • Tue, 16th Jan 2018
Paladins: Battlegrounds promises battle royale with a twist
Gaming

Paladins: Battlegrounds promises battle royale with a twist

Hi-Rez Studios unveils Paladins: Battlegrounds at Hi-Rez Expo, the first hero-shooter battle royale. Dive into a fantasy world with team dynamics.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Tue, 16th Jan 2018
Hitachi Vantara wins breakthrough Internet of Things award
Storage

Hitachi Vantara wins breakthrough Internet of Things award

IoT Breakthrough lauds Hitachi Vantara & others in its annual awards celebrating IoT innovation and leadership.

By Julia Gabel • 4 min read • Tue, 16th Jan 2018
Jaguar Land Rover backs self-driving taxi startup
Cartech

Jaguar Land Rover backs self-driving taxi startup

Jaguar Land Rover's InMotion Ventures invests USD $4.1 million in Voyage to support the global development of self-driving taxis, starting in California.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Tue, 16th Jan 2018
Assassin's Creed Rogue gets a second chance to shine on PS4
Gaming

Assassin's Creed Rogue gets a second chance to shine on PS4

Ubisoft announced that Assassin's Creed Rogue Remastered will be available on March 20, 2018, for PlayStation 4.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Tue, 16th Jan 2018
Hands-on Review: Edifier Spinnaker e30 Multimedia Speakers
Gaming

Hands-on Review: Edifier Spinnaker e30 Multimedia Speakers

Edifier's Spinnaker e30 speakers: striking design meets quality sound, enhancing any tech-savvy home's aesthetic.

By Darren Price • 3 min read • Mon, 15th Jan 2018
Sit back and enjoy your TV shows in VR
AR, VR & Metaverse

Sit back and enjoy your TV shows in VR

Dream VR partners with Pico Interactive to stream original content on Pico's VR headsets, adding 150+ channels to expand immersive entertainment options.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Mon, 15th Jan 2018
Segway unveils rideable robot companion
Robotics

Segway unveils rideable robot companion

Segway has unveiled Loomo, a versatile smart machine that seamlessly transitions between a mini personal transporter and a sophisticated robot companion.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Mon, 15th Jan 2018
Update: It does not look like a Netflix app will be available on Nintendo Switch anytime soon
Gaming

Update: It does not look like a Netflix app will be available on Nintendo Switch anytime soon

It looks like Nintendo Switch owners will have to wait longer for a Netflix app to come. There are no plans for it to be on the Switch.

By Damian Seeto • 2 min read • Mon, 15th Jan 2018
Hands-on with the Dissidia Final Fantasy NT open beta demo on PS4
Gaming

Hands-on with the Dissidia Final Fantasy NT open beta demo on PS4

Square Enix will be releasing a new fighting game later this year called Dissidia Final Fantasy NT on the PS4. We played the open beta...

By Damian Seeto • 4 min read • Mon, 15th Jan 2018
Unlimited power! Gamers, never charge your mouse again
Gaming

Unlimited power! Gamers, never charge your mouse again

Razer introduces its HyperFlux technology, delivering uninterrupted power to wireless mice directly from a mouse mat, eliminating the need for batteries.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Mon, 15th Jan 2018
Donkey Kong and Mario team up in Mario + Rabbids Kingdom battle
Gaming

Donkey Kong and Mario team up in Mario + Rabbids Kingdom battle

Donkey Kong joins Mario in Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle's new DLC, featuring an original story and world, set for autumn 2018 on Nintendo Switch.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Mon, 15th Jan 2018