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The world generated 64.2 zettabytes of data last year - but where did it all go?
Storage

The world generated 64.2 zettabytes of data last year - but where did it all go?

That means that most data was essentially created to be consumed, or cached and overwritten with new data, says IDC.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 26th Mar 2021
Samsung releases new Galaxy A Series lineup
Digital Signage

Samsung releases new Galaxy A Series lineup

Samsung has unveiled its seventh generation A series of smartphones, including the affordable 5G-capable A32, A52, A52 5G, and A72 models.

By Nick Forrester • 2 min read • Mon, 22nd Mar 2021
Hands-on Review: Connect Smart transforms dumb houses into smart homes
Gaming

Hands-on Review: Connect Smart transforms dumb houses into smart homes

LASER's Connect Smart range offers a variety of smart home products for the Australian market, from security cameras to lighting and power.

By Sara Barker • 6 min read • Mon, 22nd Mar 2021
Hands-on Review: Huawei Sound
Gaming

Hands-on Review: Huawei Sound

Huawei Sound review: A sleek, powerful speaker that exceeds expectations with its impressive sound quality and connectivity options.

By Lama Farhat • 4 min read • Thu, 18th Mar 2021
D-Link launches new HD Wi-Fi Camera with AI person detection
Wireless Networks

D-Link launches new HD Wi-Fi Camera with AI person detection

D-Link ANZ introduces DCS-8300LHV2 Full HD Wi-Fi Camera with AI-based person detection to its mydlink security and home automation eco-system.

By Darren Price • 3 min read • Tue, 9th Mar 2021
D-Link launches WiFi camera with AI-based person detection
Artificial Intelligence

D-Link launches WiFi camera with AI-based person detection

The intelligent camera can identify human motion, minimising false alarms and ensuring that users get the alerts that matter.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 4th Mar 2021
IBM hybrid cloud services now available on cloud, on premise or at the edge
Hybrid Cloud

IBM hybrid cloud services now available on cloud, on premise or at the edge

IBM has launched IBM Cloud Satellite, its hybrid cloud services platform, which is now available on any cloud, on premises, or at the edge.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 3rd Mar 2021
Hands-on Review: Jabra PanaCast & Jabra Speak 750
Gaming

Hands-on Review: Jabra PanaCast & Jabra Speak 750

Jabra's PanaCast and Speak 750 are the ultimate tools for online collaboration and conferencing, providing versatility and high-quality sound and video.

By Owen McCarthy • 4 min read • Tue, 2nd Mar 2021
Hands-on Review: The 2020 iPad Air
Gaming

Hands-on Review: The 2020 iPad Air

While it is a really exciting device on its own, the accessories are what take the iPad Air up to the iPad Pro level.

By Lama Farhat • 5 min read • Tue, 16th Feb 2021
Hands-on Review: Swann Enforcer Security System
Gaming

Hands-on Review: Swann Enforcer Security System

Swann's Enforcer Security System offers wired home security with police-style flashing lights and full HD resolution. It works with Google Assistant and Alexa.

By Owen McCarthy • 4 min read • Mon, 25th Jan 2021
Samsung debuts Galaxy S21, S21+ and S21 Ultra
Semiconductors

Samsung debuts Galaxy S21, S21+ and S21 Ultra

Samsung Electronics reveals new flagship phones, the Galaxy S21 series, and updates its earbuds line with Galaxy Buds Pro.

By Nick Forrester • 4 min read • Fri, 15th Jan 2021
Nureva conferencing system now Teams certified
Unified Communications

Nureva conferencing system now Teams certified

The system uses a combination of cameras and '8192 virtual microphones' which capture sound in all areas of a room.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 13th Jan 2021
Microsoft: new Surface Pro 7+ for Business, 85” Hub to start shipping
Unified Communications

Microsoft: new Surface Pro 7+ for Business, 85” Hub to start shipping

Microsoft unveils Surface Pro 7+ for Business and announces shipments of Surface Hub 2S 85 in selected markets.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 12th Jan 2021
Swann home security kit recognised for innovation
Surveillance

Swann home security kit recognised for innovation

Swann's 4K Enforcer Kit, featuring security cameras with flashing lights and advanced features, has been honored at CES 2021.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 12th Jan 2021
Lenovo announces smart glasses and OLED for Yoga 7i Pro
Wearables

Lenovo announces smart glasses and OLED for Yoga 7i Pro

Lenovo unveils its ThinkReality A3 smart glasses and OLED display upgrade for the Yoga Slim 7i Pro at CES. #Lenovo #CES2021 #smartglasses #OLED.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 11th Jan 2021
QNAP launches new desktop smart edge PoE switch
Storage

QNAP launches new desktop smart edge PoE switch

Includes 16 x 30-watt Gigabit PoE ports, 2 x 2.5GbE host management ports, Intel J4125 quad-core 2.0 GHz processor, and 4 x 3.5-inch SATA drive bays.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 18th Dec 2020

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Sony launches new lens for G Master full-frame camera series
Sony

Sony launches new lens for G Master full-frame camera series

Sony's FE 35mm F1.4 GM lens, part of the G Master full-frame camera series, is set to be released in New Zealand next month.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Jan 2021