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OPPO R17 Pro a smartphone for photography lovers
Semiconductors

OPPO R17 Pro a smartphone for photography lovers

OPPO sets the stage for photography enthusiasts with the new R17 Pro, boasting advanced AI camera tech, a 6.4-inch FHD+ screen, and lightning-fast charging.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Fri, 9th Nov 2018
Spark continues Nokia exclusivity partnership
Nokia

Spark continues Nokia exclusivity partnership

Nokia builds on its plans to take on the NZ market as it releases its new 7.1 handset exclusively through Spark.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 30th Oct 2018

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BlackBerry buys out cybersecurity AI firm Cylance
AI Security

BlackBerry buys out cybersecurity AI firm Cylance

BlackBerry is acquiring cybersecurity firm Cylance for $1.4bn in cash, allowing the latter to operate as an independent business unit.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 20th Nov 2018
Three ways to achieve data security whilst enabling BYOD
Data Loss Prevention

Three ways to achieve data security whilst enabling BYOD

Balancing data security with a BYOD policy is challenging. Here are three strategies, from MDM to agentless mobile security, to achieve it.

By David Shepherd • 7 min read • Mon, 19th Nov 2018
Mobile Infrastructure market sees fastest growth since 2014
Unified Communications

Mobile Infrastructure market sees fastest growth since 2014

The report from Dell'Oro shows that while the vendor rankings for the top three vendors remained unchanged with Huawei, Ericsson, and Nokia leading.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 19th Nov 2018
Huawei unveils new cloud region in South Africa
Hyperscale

Huawei unveils new cloud region in South Africa

The announcement makes it the world's first cloud service provider that operates a local data centre to provide cloud services in Africa.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Fri, 16th Nov 2018
Study claims Denmark has been misled by hyperscale data centres
Hyperscale

Study claims Denmark has been misled by hyperscale data centres

Despite repeated assurances from Danish ministers, almost none of the new hyperscale data centres are reusing their waste heat.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Thu, 15th Nov 2018
Royole's FlexPai: So bendable phablets are a reality now
Phablet

Royole's FlexPai: So bendable phablets are a reality now

Royole's FlexPai, the world's first commercial foldable phablet, promises revolutionary design and cutting-edge technology, set to redefine mobile devices.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 14th Nov 2018
Hands-on Review: Having fun in Knowledge is Power: Decades and Chimparty
Gaming

Hands-on Review: Having fun in Knowledge is Power: Decades and Chimparty

They don't revolutionise social video gaming, but they are enjoyable enough to occupy you during a wet weekend.

By Damian Seeto • 3 min read • Wed, 14th Nov 2018
Hands-on Review: The iPhone Xs
Gaming

Hands-on Review: The iPhone Xs

Apple's iPhone Xs boasts an upgraded Super Retina display, durable all-glass finish, advanced dual cameras, and engaging augmented reality features.

By Lama Farhat • 5 min read • Tue, 13th Nov 2018
Xiaomi fans bubble over at Mi Store grand opening
Internet of Things

Xiaomi fans bubble over at Mi Store grand opening

The fans filled Auckland's Westfield Sylvia Park to take advantage of the opening specials and get their hands on some Xiaomi tech.

By Ben Moore • 4 min read • Sat, 10th Nov 2018
Toshiba develops a high-speed algorithm for deep learning processors
Artificial Intelligence

Toshiba develops a high-speed algorithm for deep learning processors

Toshiba unveils a cutting-edge algorithm and hardware for deep learning, quadrupling energy efficiency while maintaining recognition accuracy.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 7th Nov 2018
The smartphone wars continue as shipments decline
Apple

The smartphone wars continue as shipments decline

This quarter saw a global 6% YoY decline in smartphone shipments, largely due to a 13% decline for market leader Samsung, but Xiaomi's rise continues.

By Ben Moore • 4 min read • Tue, 6th Nov 2018
Hands-on Review: The Huawei nova 3i
Gaming

Hands-on Review: The Huawei nova 3i

Huawei's nova 3i dazzles in 'iris purple', elevating the smartphone colour palette with AI-powered camera prowess.

By Sara Barker • 4 min read • Fri, 2nd Nov 2018
Apple revamps iPad Pro; introduces Apple Pencil as accessory
Apple

Apple revamps iPad Pro; introduces Apple Pencil as accessory

Apple revamps the iPad Pro with a sleek design, A12X Bionic chip, and Face ID, while introducing a new magnetic, wireless-charging Apple Pencil.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Thu, 1st Nov 2018
OPPO smartphone trials first 5G internet connection
Unified Communications

OPPO smartphone trials first 5G internet connection

OPPO claims a major 5G milestone, completing the first test on a mobile device. The brand aims for a 2019 release, despite NZ networks lagging behind.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 31st Oct 2018
Apple's new Mac mini & MacBook Air greener than ever
Storage

Apple's new Mac mini & MacBook Air greener than ever

Apple's latest Mac mini and MacBook Air, launching next week, boast enhanced performance and cutting-edge eco-friendly designs using 100% recycled aluminium.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 31st Oct 2018
Review: Is the Zendure SuperCord the fix for cable frustrations?
Gaming

Review: Is the Zendure SuperCord the fix for cable frustrations?

You may have seen the Zendure SuperCord on social media being used to drag a car around - does it live up to the marketing?.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Tue, 30th Oct 2018