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Game review: PGA Tour 2K25 (Xbox Series X)
Fri, 28th Feb 2025
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mycareer
PGA Tour 2K25 launches on current-gen consoles, offering stunning graphics and diverse gameplay, though its low roster of real golfers raises eyebrows.
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Amazon unveils next-gen Alexa+, powered by generative AI
Fri, 28th Feb 2025
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biometrics
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smart home
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genai
In addition to responding intuitively to voice commands, Alexa+ can actively manage and orchestrate other connected services and devices.
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Australian study reveals mistrust in digital advertising
Thu, 27th Feb 2025
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martech
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personalisation
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cdp
New research from Yahoo and Magna highlights a significant misunderstanding among Australians about their data rights, complicating trust in digital advertising.
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Amazon launches Alexa+ with enhanced AI capabilities
Thu, 27th Feb 2025
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smart home
Amazon has launched Alexa+, an advanced AI assistant promising enhanced conversational abilities and seamless integration with various services and devices.
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LG unveils Bottom Mount Fridge with InstaView feature
Wed, 26th Feb 2025
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smart home
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technology gifts
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LG Electronics has launched its new 340L Bottom Mount Fridge, integrating InstaView technology and modern features into a stylish design for Australian kitchens.
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MSI unveils RTX 50 series laptops with Norse mythology flair
Wed, 26th Feb 2025
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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ai
MSI has unveiled its latest RTX 50 series laptops, inspired by Norse mythology's Yggdrasil, designed to cater to immersive gaming and professional demands.
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Hands-on review: Intel Core Ultra 9 285K & 5 245K desktop processors
Wed, 26th Feb 2025
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
The new Intel Core Ultra 9 285K and Core Ultra 5 245K desktop processors bring significant changes, yet fail to deliver a compelling performance upgrade over predecessors.
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Logitech G unveils POWERPLAY 2 wireless charging mouse pad
Tue, 25th Feb 2025
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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logitech
Logitech G has unveiled the POWERPLAY 2, a wireless charging mouse pad priced at USD $199.95, empowering gamers with continuous charging and enhanced comfort.
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Game review: Avowed (Xbox Series X)
Sun, 23rd Feb 2025
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Obsidian Entertainment's latest RPG, Avowed, delivers a compelling fantasy adventure on Xbox Series X, blending engaging gameplay with creative character customisation.
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Neeraj Methi joins Myriad360 as VP of Cybersecurity
Sat, 22nd Feb 2025
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low-code
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cybersecurity
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software development
Myriad360 has appointed Neeraj Methi as Vice President of Cybersecurity Solutions, enhancing its focus on advanced security practices amid a growing market.
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New fellowship for internet research in Australia launched
Fri, 21st Feb 2025
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r&d
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auda
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auDA has teamed up with The Winston Churchill Memorial Trust to fund new fellowships that promote digital research and development in Australia.
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Study links loot box purchases to mental health issues
Fri, 21st Feb 2025
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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online gambling
A study of over 1,400 adults reveals a concerning link between loot box purchasing in video games and gambling behaviours, mental health issues, and addictive tendencies.
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Adobe celebrates 35 years of Photoshop with new series
Thu, 20th Feb 2025
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martech
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ai
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visual effects
Adobe is celebrating 35 years of Photoshop with a new series featuring industry professionals, reflecting on its revolutionary impact since 1990.
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Norton launches AI-powered scam protection globally
Thu, 20th Feb 2025
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phishing
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physical security
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email security
Norton has unveiled its AI-powered Genie Scam Protection, enhancing its Cyber Safety products to tackle the surge in scams, now accounting for 90% of cyberthreats.
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Dell launches versatile new Plus laptops in Australia, NZ
Thu, 20th Feb 2025
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network infrastructure
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personal computing devices
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tablets & laptops
Dell Technologies has launched its new Dell 14 Plus, Dell 16 Plus, and Dell 16 Plus 2-in-1 laptops in Australia and New Zealand, enhancing its product line.
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Hands-on review: CyberPower 1360VA PFC Sinewave UPS
Thu, 20th Feb 2025
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reviews
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smart home
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power / energy
The CyberPower 1360VA PFC Sinewave UPS is a compact yet powerful solution for home offices, priced at approximately AUD $450, offering vital surge protection and battery backup.
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Vorwerk launches Thermomix TM7 in Australia & New Zealand
Wed, 19th Feb 2025
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cx
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martech
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voice control
Vorwerk has unveiled the Thermomix TM7, a cutting-edge kitchen appliance featuring AI support and voice control, priced at AUD $2,649 and NZD $2,849.
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Game review: Stunt Flyer (Switch)
Wed, 19th Feb 2025
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
The revamped Stunt Flyer soars onto the Nintendo Switch, offering improved visuals and controls but failing to capture adventure with repetitive missions.
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Game review: Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 (PC)
Wed, 19th Feb 2025
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reviews
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rpg
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technology gifts
Embark on a captivating journey in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, where players return to medieval Bohemia for an immersive adventure filled with challenges.
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Deepfake threat: Only 0.1% can spot AI-generated fakes
Wed, 19th Feb 2025
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cybersecurity
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misinformation
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iproov
Research from iProov reveals a staggering 99.9% of consumers struggle to recognise deepfakes, raising alarms over identity fraud and misinformation.