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Tech company uses AI to feel the mood of the music
Tue, 5th May 2020
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digital entertainment
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ai
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digital music
AIMS harnesses AI’s power to match tracks to moods for films, games, and TV, revolutionising music selection and aiding production teams under tight deadlines.
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Worldwide headphone market on track despite COVID-19
Tue, 5th May 2020
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digital entertainment
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headphones
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wireless headphones
The worldwide headphones market is expected to experience strong growth in 2020, despite the challenges of the COVID-19 crisis.
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Apple launches new 13-inch MacBook Pro with Magic Keyboard
Tue, 5th May 2020
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personal computing devices
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apple
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keyboard
Apple unveils its new 13-inch MacBook Pro, featuring a Magic Keyboard and enhanced performance. Prices start at NZD $2,349.
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MSI unveils new range of formidable motherboards
Mon, 4th May 2020
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gaming
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endpoint protection
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digital entertainment
Based on the new Intel 10th Gen, the range spans from entry-level to hardcore gamers, as well as demanding business users.
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JBL's Quantum range buddies up with esports firm 100 Thieves
Mon, 4th May 2020
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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digital music
Gaming brand JBL has signed on with esports organisation 100 Thieves to become the official global gaming headset partner this year.
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Hands-on review: Arlo rings my bell and offers Ultra + Security
Mon, 4th May 2020
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gaming
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surveillance
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reviews
With an easy-to-use interface and a variety of choices in settings, you’d be well advised to examine Arlo’s range of home security offerings.
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“It’s-a me, Mario!” LEGO’s design lead on how Mario changes the world of play
Fri, 1st May 2020
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gaming
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e-learning
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digital entertainment
LEGO has announced a new playset featuring Mario that blends physical play with technology, proving the toy giant's embrace of the digital world.
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Tap-and-go paywave payments the new norm in a COVID-19 world, Mastercard research shows
Fri, 1st May 2020
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martech
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commerce systems
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supply chain & logistics
Consumer polling by Mastercard showed a significant majority of consumers were using the technology during February and March.
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Hands-on review: D-Link DWR-956 4G LTE Wi-Fi AC1200 router
Fri, 1st May 2020
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Struggling with your home internet? The D-Link DWR-956 router offers fast 4G LTE connectivity, easy setup, and versatile use for home offices and remote work.
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QNAP releases new NAS series for home users
Thu, 30th Apr 2020
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storage
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private cloud
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qnap
The TS-x31K series NAS is designed for home and personal cloud storage for users who wish to build their own private clouds.
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Avast Secure Browser comes to Android
Wed, 29th Apr 2020
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data privacy
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cybersecurity
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browsers
Avast Secure Browser has been a mainstay for the security platform in Windows and Mac, and this is the first time it has come to mobile.
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DJI's Mavic Air 2 drone to hit stores in May
Wed, 29th Apr 2020
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drones
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digital entertainment
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video
DJI's Mavic Air 2 drone, featuring 8K camera capabilities and 34-minute flight time, lands in stores on May 15. Prices range from AUD $1,499 to $1,899.
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COVID-19 will accelerate widespread adoption of robots - report
Wed, 29th Apr 2020
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robots
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ai
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healthtech
COVID-19 will expedite the adoption of robots, as AI and robotics company Brain Corp raises $36m to meet demand.
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Game review: Predator: Hunting Grounds
Wed, 29th Apr 2020
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
New 'Predator: Hunting Grounds' game falls short with scarce content and high price tag, risking fate akin to 'Evolve'.
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University of Auckland takes top spot in sustainability rankings
Wed, 29th Apr 2020
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dei
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cleantech
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auckland university
The University of Auckland tops the Times Higher Education University Impact Rankings for sustainability, excelling in key UN Sustainable Development Goals.
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Google’s Fitbit acquisition under scrutiny
Tue, 28th Apr 2020
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wearables
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personal computing devices
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google
Despite economic issues, the wearables market is growing, Futuresource Consulting claims. Amongst this, Google inches closer to swallowing Fitbit.
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Game review: Soundart (PC VR)
Tue, 28th Apr 2020
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Soundart joins Audioshield and the revered Beat Saber as another music-based VR game-come-dance-fitness title.
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Facebook's Workplace unveils new features to help business navigate COVID-19
Tue, 28th Apr 2020
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hybrid & remote work
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facebook
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workplace
Facebook introduces new features on Workplace from Facebook platform to help organizations navigate the COVID-19 crisis.
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Gaming industry thriving during COVID-19 lockdowns
Mon, 27th Apr 2020
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smartphones
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gaming
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digital entertainment
2019 was a record-breaking year for the industry, with gaming software generating $143 billion in consumer spend, and this trend is set to continue into 2020.
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Game review: One month with Animal Crossing New Horizons
Fri, 24th Apr 2020
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
Spent a month with Animal Crossing: New Horizons, an enchanting Nintendo Switch exclusive where you create your island paradise. Here's the full review.