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Samsung galaxy s7

Hands-on Review: Samsung Galaxy S7

Tue, 8th Mar 2016
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gaming
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digital signage
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digital entertainment
After much speculation, the Samsung Galaxy S7 is finally here. Pat Pilcher was lucky enough to get his hands on one for a week.
Giant killer

A victory for privacy and Apple?

Wed, 2nd Mar 2016
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cybersecurity
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apple
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government
Amidst the debate and panic around FBI demands that Apple help unlock the iPhone of the San Bernadino shooter, Apple just won a small victory.
Asus transformer

Hands-on Review: ASUS Transformer Book

Mon, 22nd Feb 2016
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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notebook
Asus's Transformer Book: an 11 convertible with robust battery life and versatile hinge, good for travellers on a budget.
Detective plain

Apple vs the Feds: The facts

Mon, 22nd Feb 2016
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cybersecurity
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apple
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apple iphone
The Internet was recently ablaze as a Californian Judge ordered that Apple help the FBI unlock a suspected criminals iPhone.
Internet of things wifi

Wellington IoT network goes live

Thu, 4th Feb 2016
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iot
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wireless networks
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cloud services
Wellington is first cab off the ranks to go live with a new wireless network aimed at connecting up the Internet of Things.
Droid painting wall

3News: It should be about the content, not the branding

Mon, 25th Jan 2016
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digital entertainment
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tv
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branding
TV3's rebrand to NewsHub raises questions — is the focus on branding eclipsing the importance of quality content?.
Benq speaker

Hands-on Review: BenQ Trevolo Bluetooth speaker

Fri, 15th Jan 2016
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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bluetooth
Where other makers have opted for simplistic designs, BenQ pushed the boat out when it came to the Trevolo Bluetooth speaker.
Nexus 6p

Hands-on Review: Nexus 6P smartphone

Tue, 12th Jan 2016
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gaming
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digital signage
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digital entertainment
The biggest event on the Android-land calendar happens when Google launches their Nexus smartphones. Meet the new Nexus 6P.
Star wars

Eyes on review: Star Wars - The Force Awakens

Mon, 11th Jan 2016
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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film review
It's hard to believe that it’s been a whopping 38 years since the first Star Wars film screened. The latest one has created a huge amount of hype.
Dog  bone

Hands-on Review: Dog & Bone LockSmart Padlock

Mon, 11th Jan 2016
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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dog & bone
Innovation unlocked: Dog and Bone's LockSmart ditches keys for Bluetooth technology in a robust, app-controlled padlock.
Hp spectre x2 hp

Hands-on Review: HP Spectre X2

Thu, 17th Dec 2015
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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hp
HP has taken the Surface’s already good design and refined it. The result of this is a great gadget that is a design hit with some minor misses.
Pt800bro

Hands-on Review: Mongoose PT800 GPS dog tracking collars

Thu, 17th Dec 2015
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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gps
That feeling when you realise that your dog has vanished is something all dog owners dread. Fortunately, Mongoose has the solution.
Gossip

Samsung S7 rumours bubble over

Mon, 14th Dec 2015
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supply chain
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samsung
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weibo
You’d be forgiven for thinking Apple rumours were the only game in town. Recently they've been bubbling over around Samsung's flagship phone.
Philipsbulbs

Philips launches new LED lights

Wed, 9th Dec 2015
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datacentre infrastructure
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power / energy
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led lights
Lighting may only account for around 8% of your electricity bill, but it can still play a part in reducing the amount of electricity you consume.
Bus

NZTA strikes a blow to NZ’s tech sector

Thu, 3rd Dec 2015
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government
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snappernet
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distributors
It has been revealed that Snapper, the kiwi developed contactless payment card used throughout the Wellington region, could end up being replaced.
Keyboard

Hands-on Review: Belkin QODE Ultimate Pro iPad Keyboard

Fri, 27th Nov 2015
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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ipad
Banish touchscreen typing terrors with the Belkin QODE Ultimate Pro, elevating iPad use to tactile typing triumph.
Lacie

Hands-on Review: LaCie Mirror external hard drive

Fri, 27th Nov 2015
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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reviews
LaCie's Mirror hard drive combines 1TB storage with stunning mirrored glass design. Priced at USD $500-580, it’s a high-end piece for style-conscious users.
Artificial intelligence

Report predicts dire impacts from AI

Wed, 25th Nov 2015
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robots
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ai
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smart machines
New reports sound the alarm: Up to 35% of UK, 47% of US jobs at risk as AI advances could widen wealth gaps, leaving many struggling.
Huawei watch

Hands-on Review: Huawei Watch

Wed, 18th Nov 2015
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gaming
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wearables
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digital signage
There’s a lot to like about the Huawei Watch. It’s one of the best Android wear devices available at the moment.
Linksys

Hands-on Review: Linksys AC2600 Max-Stream MU-Mimo

Fri, 13th Nov 2015
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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wireless networks
Linksys AC2600 Max-Stream MU-Mimo: a boon for Wi-Fi-laden homes, nixing dead zones and boosting network speed.