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A quick look at Xbox Series X & PlayStation 5 specs
Wed, 25th Mar 2020
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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xbox
March has brought major gaming news with Xbox Series X and PlayStation 5 unveiling their specs. Here's a breakdown on CPUs, GPUs and more.
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How our publisher harnessed machine learning to overhaul TechDay websites
Wed, 25th Mar 2020
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ai
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techday
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coding
Our publisher, Sean Mitchell, went to CoderSchool in Ho Chi Minh City to learn how to implement machine learning into TechDay.
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AIIA launches remote-working portal with support of Federal Government
Tue, 24th Mar 2020
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hybrid & remote work
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wfh
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federal government
The Australian Information Industry Association, with Federal Government backing, launched a portal today to aid remote working amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Hands-on review: Why the ASUS Dual Band RT-AX88U Wi-Fi Router is like a Formula 1 racing car
Tue, 24th Mar 2020
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
ASUS RT-AX88U elevates home WiFi with F1-speeds and WiFi 6 tech, promising future-proof, high-performance connectivity.
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Smart speaker market continues to grow - report
Tue, 24th Mar 2020
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digital entertainment
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google
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amazon
Smart speakers have seen a 53% growth, but the impact of COVID-19 on the industry remains uncertain, according to Futuresource Consulting.
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Hands-on review: Wacom One graphics tablet
Tue, 24th Mar 2020
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gaming
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martech
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reviews
With the current climate encouraging social isolation, I’ve been spending several hours a day searching out and embracing my inner artistic muse.
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Why you might want to buy tech right now
Tue, 24th Mar 2020
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personal computing devices
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pc hardware
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pc market
Manufacturing disruption, closed borders, remote working and learning, economic downturn - it might pay to get that purchase in now.
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IDC: AR/VR market will still see eventual growth in 2020
Mon, 23rd Mar 2020
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hybrid & remote work
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ar, vr & metaverse
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wfh
AR and VR headsets will see shipments decline in the near term due to COVID-19, but the long-term outlook is positive, according to IDC.
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COVID-19: Google releases new info hub for distance learning
Mon, 23rd Mar 2020
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edutech
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e-learning
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hybrid & remote work
Teach From Home is a central hub of information, tips, training and tools. Plus, Google earmarks US$10 million for distance learning.
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Data traffic soars as world turns to internet for work & play
Mon, 23rd Mar 2020
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uc
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network infrastructure
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datacentre infrastructure
Internet traffic surges as global communities turn to digital platforms for work, communication, and entertainment amid coronavirus lockdowns.
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Game review: One-Punch Man: A Hero Nobody Knows
Mon, 23rd Mar 2020
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
One-Punch Man: A Hero Nobody Knows struggles with average graphics, mediocre gameplay, and a lacklustre storyline, making it a letdown for fans.
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Oxford brings new version of dictionary app to remote learners
Sat, 21st Mar 2020
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uc
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martech
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e-learning
Oxford has released an updated version of its advanced dictionary app with the intention of aiding remote learning for homeschoolers around the world.
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Scammers using Bitcoin, sextortion to take advantage of Coronavirus fears
Fri, 20th Mar 2020
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
As people's fear and desire to do something about COVID-19 is dominating the news, it is also being exploited in every way by online criminals.
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Hands-on review: ASUS ZenScreen Go MB16AP
Fri, 20th Mar 2020
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smartphones
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gaming
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digital signage
ASUS ZenScreen Go MB16AP offers a portable, 15.6 Full HD second screen with 4 hours battery life and IPS technology, perfect for on-the-go professionals.
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COVID-19: Google and Facebook must step up to help businesses
Fri, 20th Mar 2020
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google
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facebook
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covid-19
Online ad giants urged to aid tourism operators hit by COVID-19. Arival research calls on Google and Facebook to offer advertising credit.
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Hands-on review: HTC Vive Cosmos Elite External Tracking Faceplate
Fri, 20th Mar 2020
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
TechDay’s resident virtual reality fanatic, Darren Price, checks out the upcoming Vive Cosmos External Tracking Faceplate.
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D-Link Covr Mesh Wi-Fi System incorporates McAfee protection
Fri, 20th Mar 2020
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casb
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mcafee
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d-link
As more people start working from home, Wi-Fi blackspots hinder productively and limit the choice of locations in the home for use as an office space.
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Apple's new iPad Pro features LiDAR tech for immersive AR
Thu, 19th Mar 2020
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personal computing devices
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ar, vr & metaverse
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apple
Apple's latest iPad Pro introduces state-of-the-art LiDAR technology for enhanced AR, dual cameras, and studio-quality microphones starting at NZ$1,499.
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Apple gives MacBook Air one more tune up
Thu, 19th Mar 2020
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personal computing devices
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apple
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notebook
Apple reveals an upgraded MacBook Air featuring faster performance, improved keyboard, doubled storage, and enhanced security, starting at NZD $1799.
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Case study: 40% of password managers vulnerable to breach
Wed, 18th Mar 2020
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cybersecurity
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passwords
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cybersafety
Two of five password managers tested by researchers from the University of York were fooled by a fake app into giving away a password.