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Samsung reveals the world's first 3D cinema LED screen
Samsung

Samsung reveals the world's first 3D cinema LED screen

Samsung Electronics continues its efforts to make traditional, projection-based cinema technology a thing of the past.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Wed, 21st Mar 2018
Munich Airport launches dedicated IT security hub to fight cybercrime
Cybersecurity

Munich Airport launches dedicated IT security hub to fight cybercrime

After being the victim of cyberattacks every single day, Munich Airport has opened its exclusive Information Security Hub to fight back.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Tue, 6th Feb 2018
Microsoft helps Australian company democratise new VR tech
Public Cloud

Microsoft helps Australian company democratise new VR tech

Australian immersive experience platform, 360dgrees, has launched its retail offering with Country Road as its first customer.

By Julia Gabel • 4 min read • Tue, 16th Jan 2018
Samsung unveils distortion cancelling soundbar
Samsung

Samsung unveils distortion cancelling soundbar

Samsung unveils new NW700 Sound+ soundbar at CES 2018, featuring distortion-cancelling technology and a slim design for wall mounting.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Tue, 16th Jan 2018
Hitachi Vantara fortify executive team with new appointments
Storage

Hitachi Vantara fortify executive team with new appointments

Hitachi Vantara fortifies its executive team by appointing Mark Ablett SVP of global GTM strategy and Daniel Chong as SVP of APAC, boosting leadership depth.

By Patrick Martlew • 2 min read • Fri, 15th Dec 2017
Hands-on Review: D-Link DSL-5300 Cobra AC 5300 Wave 2 Wi-Fi Modem Router
Gaming

Hands-on Review: D-Link DSL-5300 Cobra AC 5300 Wave 2 Wi-Fi Modem Router

The D-Link DSL-5300 Cobra AC 5300 marries eye-catching design with cutting-edge Wi-Fi capabilities, offering top-tier performance and future-proof versatility.

By Darren Price • 4 min read • Tue, 12th Dec 2017
Exclusive: The big four vendors speak out at the Canalys Channels Forum
Network Infrastructure

Exclusive: The big four vendors speak out at the Canalys Channels Forum

HPE, Lenovo, HPI and Dell EMC all talk about where they found value at the APAC Canalys Channels Forum in Perth.

By Patrick Martlew • 6 min read • Fri, 8th Dec 2017
Hands-on Review: D-Link's DIR-882 EXO AC2600 MU-MIMO Wi-Fi Router
Gaming

Hands-on Review: D-Link's DIR-882 EXO AC2600 MU-MIMO Wi-Fi Router

As home networks are put under pressure from multiple wi-fi connected devices D-Link's DIR-882 EXO AC2600 MU-MIMO Wi-Fi Router makes sure everyone in.

By Darren Price • 6 min read • Wed, 22nd Nov 2017
PAX Aus 2017 offers gamers a glimpse of what's to come
Gaming

PAX Aus 2017 offers gamers a glimpse of what's to come

FutureFive's Darren Price took some time out to fly down to Melbourne to spend a day at Australasia's largest festival of gaming culture.

By Darren Price • 4 min read • Wed, 15th Nov 2017
Aussie AR smartglasses trialled in theatres
Wearables

Aussie AR smartglasses trialled in theatres

Deaf and hearing-impaired theatregoers at London's National Theatre can now use Epson Moverio BT-300 AR smartglasses to read subtitles during performances.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Thu, 26th Oct 2017
Robo-advisors, chatbots & NZ's artificially intelligent future
Unified Communications

Robo-advisors, chatbots & NZ's artificially intelligent future

Artificial Intelligence Forum of New Zealand encourages Kiwis to embrace AI benefits and warns of potential impacts on economy and society.

By Julia Gabel • 3 min read • Tue, 17th Oct 2017

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AI-DAY: Is artificial intelligence the answer to pest control?
Open source

AI-DAY: Is artificial intelligence the answer to pest control?

New Zealand's AI-DAY event showcased the unconventional use of AI for pest control, including a device that lures and eliminates predators.

By Julia Gabel • 3 min read • Fri, 6th Apr 2018
Auckland: AI experts discuss what to do when a robot takes your job
Robotics

Auckland: AI experts discuss what to do when a robot takes your job

AI-DAY, New Zealand's premier AI event, will take place on March 28th, offering businesses a deep dive into the impact of AI on their industry.

By Julia Gabel • 3 min read • Fri, 9th Mar 2018
Kiwis' contradictory habits costing millions in cybercrime damage
Cybersecurity

Kiwis' contradictory habits costing millions in cybercrime damage

New Zealanders lost more than $177 million to cybercrime last year but it seems people are not paying enough attention.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Thu, 22nd Feb 2018
An official GT Sport Championship is revving up for NZ gamers
Gaming

An official GT Sport Championship is revving up for NZ gamers

It's not often big gaming tournaments are open to NZ gamers, but a new one has been announced. If you want to take part, you need GT Sport.

By Damian Seeto • 2 min read • Fri, 17th Nov 2017
Forget Labour, AI is taking over New Zealand
Artificial Intelligence

Forget Labour, AI is taking over New Zealand

New Zealand urged to embrace AI at a faster rate due to its potential to transform economy, society and improve health outcomes.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Wed, 25th Oct 2017
Cortana and Master Chief discuss their tenuous relationship
Gaming

Cortana and Master Chief discuss their tenuous relationship

In the interview we discussed their favourite moments on the job, how they met and the tenuous relationship between the Chief and Cortana...

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Tue, 24th Oct 2017
New Zealand live science show Nanogirl heading to Abu Dhabi
Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics

New Zealand live science show Nanogirl heading to Abu Dhabi

New Zealand's dynamic Nanogirl Live! show, led by Dr Michelle Dickinson, heads to Abu Dhabi this November for the Science Festival 2017.

By Kai Ping Lew • 2 min read • Tue, 24th Oct 2017