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i-PRO releases smallest AI-based surveillance camera on the market
Surveillance

i-PRO releases smallest AI-based surveillance camera on the market

The new i-PRO mini network camera is now available, with a pocket-sized form factor and full AI analytics functionality.

By Jessie Chiang • 3 min read • Tue, 24th May 2022
Motorola Solutions acquires Videotec S.p.A for security portfolio
Surveillance

Motorola Solutions acquires Videotec S.p.A for security portfolio

Motorola Solutions has acquired Italian ruggedised video security company Videotec S.p.A, along with its portfolio of highly versatile cameras.

By Mitchell Hageman • 2 min read • Thu, 19th May 2022
SAS unveils AI experience to improve kids' batting abilities
Data Analytics

SAS unveils AI experience to improve kids' batting abilities

SAS has created The Batting Lab, an interactive experience using AI, computer vision and IoT analytics to help kids improve their baseball and softball swings.

By Zach Thompson • 3 min read • Tue, 17th May 2022
Voxel hits total funding of $18M following ongoing wins
Risk & Compliance

Voxel hits total funding of $18M following ongoing wins

Since raising its seed round in September, Voxel has grown at pace, by decreasing on-site injuries by upwards of 80% and increasing operational productivity.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 17th May 2022
Jabra investigates what makes an ideal hybrid work model
EduTech

Jabra investigates what makes an ideal hybrid work model

63% of employees prefer hybrid work, but only 30% strongly agree their organizations provide the tech needed for collaboration, Jabra finds.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 12th May 2022
Poly introduces new smart devices and announces Amazon e-store in Australia
Unified Communications

Poly introduces new smart devices and announces Amazon e-store in Australia

Poly is introducing two new pro-grade devices to the market and announcing its first official Australian e-store on Amazon.

By Mitchell Hageman • 3 min read • Thu, 12th May 2022
i-Pro announces newest solutions as rebranded enterprise
Partner Programmes

i-Pro announces newest solutions as rebranded enterprise

i-PRO APAC Oceania has introduced its newest high-resolution mid-range cameras, with combined edge AI analytics and resolutions of up to 4K.

By Mitchell Hageman • 3 min read • Fri, 6th May 2022
Hands-on-review: GoPro Hero 10
Gaming

Hands-on-review: GoPro Hero 10

I have a long history with GoPro; I still remember getting my first camera when I was 16, using it to film Parkour and the day I lost it down a dingey crag.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 7 min read • Thu, 28th Apr 2022
Ava Security builds on ANZ expansion with key appointment
Partner Programmes

Ava Security builds on ANZ expansion with key appointment

The company has appointed Clint Palm as sales director in ANZ to continue to grow its market presence in the region.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 27th Apr 2022
Konftel secures climate-neutral certification for third year
Unified Communications

Konftel secures climate-neutral certification for third year

Konftel has strengthened its climate-neutral ethos after securing official certification for the third year in a row.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Apr 2022
MAXHUB UC-M40 camera receives a Red Dot Design Award
Marketing Technologies

MAXHUB UC-M40 camera receives a Red Dot Design Award

MAXHUB's state-of-the-art UC-M40 product has been awarded a Red Dot Design Award for its innovative camera technology.

By Mitchell Hageman • 3 min read • Tue, 19th Apr 2022
Zoom releases a range of new features requested by educators
EduTech

Zoom releases a range of new features requested by educators

Zoom debuts virtual background support for Chromebooks, video messages in Zoom Chat, Breakout Rooms enhancements, and Anywhere Polls.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Thu, 14th Apr 2022
Samsung and ABB team up to advance smart buildings
Partner Programmes

Samsung and ABB team up to advance smart buildings

Samsung Electronics has announced a partnership with ABB to expand Samsung SmartThings integration into more homes and buildings.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 7th Apr 2022
Panasonic i-PRO rebrands in the Oceania region
Partner Programmes

Panasonic i-PRO rebrands in the Oceania region

i-PRO in Oceania has separated from Panasonic and will now trade as an independent entity, focusing on high-tech cameras and AI capabilities.

By Mitchell Hageman • 3 min read • Tue, 5th Apr 2022
HP to acquire Poly for improved hybrid working solutions
Unified Communications

HP to acquire Poly for improved hybrid working solutions

HP has announced it is to acquire Poly in an all-cash transaction for $40 per share, estimated to be a total enterprise value of US$3.3 billion.

By Zach Thompson • 4 min read • Thu, 31st Mar 2022
Hands-on Review: 128GB PNY Elite-X microSDXC Flash Card
Gaming

Hands-on Review: 128GB PNY Elite-X microSDXC Flash Card

PNY continues to liven up its product range with the Elite-X microSD card. We were sent the 128GB version to check out.

By Darren Price • 4 min read • Fri, 25th Mar 2022
Wage cuts for hybrid workers? New survey reveals surprising thoughts on remote work
Hybrid & Remote Work

Wage cuts for hybrid workers? New survey reveals surprising thoughts on remote work

One in three Australian organisations believe it's fair to cut wages of remote workers, according to new research from Poly.

By Mitchell Hageman • 3 min read • Wed, 23rd Mar 2022
Lenovo announces new additions to Thinkpad portfolio
Endpoint Protection

Lenovo announces new additions to Thinkpad portfolio

In the latest addition to the Thinkpad portfolio, Lenovo has announced the X13 and X13 Yoga Gen 3, plus refreshed third-generation ThinkPad L series laptops.

By Mitchell Hageman • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Mar 2022

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