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The Elder Scrolls Online finally arrives on the new-gen consoles
Gaming

The Elder Scrolls Online finally arrives on the new-gen consoles

Netguide's Darren Price takes a look at The Elder Scrolls Online Tamriel Unlimited, now available for Xbox One and PlayStation 4.

By Darren Price • 5 min read • Mon, 22nd Jun 2015
Major security flaw in Samsung Galaxy devices
Samsung

Major security flaw in Samsung Galaxy devices

Samsung says the flaw is extremely difficult to exploit, but if successful, an attacker could have an enormous amount of access to an affected device.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 22nd Jun 2015
Toshiba reveals new Windows 10 optimised laptops
Storage

Toshiba reveals new Windows 10 optimised laptops

Toshiba's new Satellite S Series laptops include features built for Windows 10, the latest performance technologies, and new 4K Ultra HD screen option.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Mon, 22nd Jun 2015
Taylor Swift rejects Apple Music
Digital Entertainment

Taylor Swift rejects Apple Music

Taylor Swift criticizes Apple Music's three-month free trial, saying it doesn't pay writers, producers, or artists.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 22nd Jun 2015
EA Games at E3 2015
EB Games

EA Games at E3 2015

EA dazzles at E3 with Star Wars Battlefront, unfurls Mass Effect: Andromeda and courts diversity with FIFA 16's female teams.

By Darren Price • 8 min read • Sat, 20th Jun 2015
Hands-on Review: HP Elite X2 1011 G1 Hybrid Tablet Laptop
EduTech

Hands-on Review: HP Elite X2 1011 G1 Hybrid Tablet Laptop

I can recommend the X2 for those who want that ability to go from desktop to laptop to tablet without using a multitude of devices.

By Greig Strafford • 5 min read • Fri, 19th Jun 2015
Skype for Web beta available worldwide
Unified Communications

Skype for Web beta available worldwide

Skype for Web is an important step for Skype as it moves towards implementing the technology to make Real-Time Communications on the web a reality.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Fri, 19th Jun 2015
Cybercrims bypassing two-factor authentication with simple txt
Multi-factor authentication

Cybercrims bypassing two-factor authentication with simple txt

Strong passwords and two-factor authentication are no match for simple social engineering, with Symantec warning of a new password recovery scam.

By Heather Wright • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Jun 2015
Activision announces Transformers Devastation developed by PlatinumGames
Gaming

Activision announces Transformers Devastation developed by PlatinumGames

A new action game is on the way as Activision has announced Transformers Devastation. The game is being developed by PlatinumGames.

By Damian Seeto • 2 min read • Thu, 18th Jun 2015
Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 5 features outlined
Gaming

Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 5 features outlined

Skate nostalgia reigns with Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 5, bringing classic levels, seamless online play, and bespoke parks.

By Damian Seeto • 2 min read • Thu, 18th Jun 2015
Changing the way you teach: technology in schools
EduTech

Changing the way you teach: technology in schools

The proliferation of technology has changed the way educators teach, how students learn, and how teachers, administrators and students communicate.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Jun 2015
LeapFrog's brings together digital and physical worlds with latest release
EduTech

LeapFrog's brings together digital and physical worlds with latest release

LeapFrog merges digital and physical learning with Imagicard, debuting interactive games and collectible cards for LeapPad Platinum tablets.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Wed, 17th Jun 2015
Meet Netgear's latest premium modem router
Unified Communications

Meet Netgear's latest premium modem router

​​Netgear has introduced Nighthawk AC1900 WiFi VDSL/ADSL Modem Router (D7000) with dual band WiFi and Gigabit Ethernet to its line-up.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Wed, 17th Jun 2015
Sony may have won E3 2015 with epic announcements
Gaming

Sony may have won E3 2015 with epic announcements

Sony dazzles at E3 2015, unleashing long-awaited The Last Guardian, a Shenmue III Kickstarter, and a full FFVII remake. Fans are ecstatic.

By Damian Seeto • 3 min read • Tue, 16th Jun 2015
Microsoft announces big things for Xbox One at E3 2015
Gaming

Microsoft announces big things for Xbox One at E3 2015

Microsoft had an amazing E3 2015 earlier today announcing a lot of blockbuster things for the Xbox One console.

By Damian Seeto • 2 min read • Tue, 16th Jun 2015
Samsung Galaxy S6 Active: The new ruggedised smartphone
Samsung Galaxy

Samsung Galaxy S6 Active: The new ruggedised smartphone

Samsung has begun launching its Galaxy S6 Active smartphone, which is targeted toward athletes and outdoorsy people.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Mon, 15th Jun 2015
Fallout 4 confirmed to be out later this year
Gaming

Fallout 4 confirmed to be out later this year

Bethesda stuns with a Nov 10 release for eagerly awaited Fallout 4 at E3, confirming new features and a Boston setting.

By Damian Seeto • 1 min read • Mon, 15th Jun 2015
Finally - iOS 9 will let you block ads
iOS

Finally - iOS 9 will let you block ads

Ad blocking has been available to use for sometime, but the extensions have not been available on the iPad or iPhone. iOS 9 looks to change that.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 15th Jun 2015
D-Link AC3200 Ultra Wi-Fi Router - the fortress of technology
Digital Entertainment

D-Link AC3200 Ultra Wi-Fi Router - the fortress of technology

Networking specialists D-Link have created the ultimate wireless router, ideal for large homes with multiple users.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 15th Jun 2015