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Check Point catches new form of Joker malware targeting Google Play Store
Malware

Check Point catches new form of Joker malware targeting Google Play Store

'Joker' malware hides in Android apps, evading Google Play Store protections to capture user information, warns Check Point.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 14th Jul 2020
Dell announces XPS Desktop, S-series monitors
Network Infrastructure

Dell announces XPS Desktop, S-series monitors

The new desktop offers the XPS design sensibility in a configurable desktop, and new monitors including a curved, 4K 32in UHD.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 14th Jul 2020
BYOD security in remote work era still riddled with issues
Data Loss Prevention

BYOD security in remote work era still riddled with issues

BYOD security remains fraught with risks in the remote work era, as Bitglass' latest report highlights major gaps in corporate data protection efforts.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 10th Jul 2020
Lenovo launches newest ThinkCentre nano range
Health Technologies

Lenovo launches newest ThinkCentre nano range

The range has taken the 'nano' approach to form factors, releasing a range of ultra-small products suited for the modern workplace.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 8th Jul 2020
Interview: Checkmarx on the state of software security in Asia Pacific
DevOps

Interview: Checkmarx on the state of software security in Asia Pacific

Checkmarx expands expertise to Asia Pacific organisations, catering to customers across Australia and New Zealand.

By Sara Barker • 5 min read • Mon, 6th Jul 2020
Hands-on Review: OPPO A72, the budget phone with killer cameras
Gaming

Hands-on Review: OPPO A72, the budget phone with killer cameras

I never expect budget phones to come with a fast charger, but this is another area where OPPO made sure to take care of the consumer.

By Lama Farhat • 3 min read • Mon, 6th Jul 2020
Huawei ranks #6 among world's most innovative companies for 2020
Health Technologies

Huawei ranks #6 among world's most innovative companies for 2020

Apple, Alphabet, Amazon, Microsoft and Huawei occupy the top spots, followed by Alibaba, IBM, Sony and Facebook.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Fri, 3rd Jul 2020
HP Inc pledges to eliminate 75% of single-use plastic by 2025
Clean technologies

HP Inc pledges to eliminate 75% of single-use plastic by 2025

This transition from plastic to molded fibre has already eliminated 933 tonnes of hard-to-recycle expanded plastic foam last year, according to HP.

By Nick Forrester • 2 min read • Thu, 2nd Jul 2020
PNY launches high-performance XLR8 Gaming RGB Memory
Gaming

PNY launches high-performance XLR8 Gaming RGB Memory

PNY launches its XLR8 Gaming RGB DDR4 memory in Australia and New Zealand, targeting PC enthusiasts with high-performance, customisable RGB lighting modules.

By Darren Price • 3 min read • Wed, 1st Jul 2020
Cybersecurity spending slumps - but swift recovery expected
Supply Chain

Cybersecurity spending slumps - but swift recovery expected

New research from GlobalData found that the industry will recover after this initial slump to be worth almost US$238 billion by 2030.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 30th Jun 2020
Panasonic announces new rugged Android tablet
Panasonic

Panasonic announces new rugged Android tablet

Panasonic adds Toughbook A3 to its Android line-up, a fully-rugged 10.1 inch tablet with nine-hour battery life. Available in Australia from August.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 29th Jun 2020
Remote working trend bolsters cybersecurity investment - but downturn predicted
Firewalls

Remote working trend bolsters cybersecurity investment - but downturn predicted

A new report from Canalys indicates investment in cybersecurity has increased 9.7% - but worsening economic conditions could turn the statistic around.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 24th Jun 2020
Global shipments of smart audio devices reach 96.2 million - Canalys
Digital Entertainment

Global shipments of smart audio devices reach 96.2 million - Canalys

Global shipments of smart audio devices hit 96.2 million in Q1 2020. Canalys reports a 19.4% rise in smart personal audio, while smart speakers saw a 1.9% drop.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 23rd Jun 2020
Apple's new watchOS 7 features handwashing detection, new watch faces
Wearables

Apple's new watchOS 7 features handwashing detection, new watch faces

At WWDC, Apple reveals watchOS 7 with handwashing detection, sleep tracking, and customisable watch faces, aiming to enhance health and wellness.

By Nick Forrester • 3 min read • Tue, 23rd Jun 2020
Apple unveils iPadOS 14, with redesigns for Siri, Search, widgets and more
Software Updates

Apple unveils iPadOS 14, with redesigns for Siri, Search, widgets and more

Apple unveils new features, designs, and tools for iPadOS 14, including redesigned Search, Siri interactions, and incoming calls.

By Nick Forrester • 3 min read • Tue, 23rd Jun 2020
Apple previews iOS 14 at WWDC
Gaming

Apple previews iOS 14 at WWDC

Apple's worldwide sneak preview of the new iOS 14 app may not have a fancy name like its macOS 'Big Sur' counterpart, but there is still plenty on offer.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Tue, 23rd Jun 2020

Stories from Other Regions

SmartPhones stories

Spark, Vodafone and 2degrees team up with police and NZTA to tackle texting while driving
NZTA

Spark, Vodafone and 2degrees team up with police and NZTA to tackle texting while driving

Spark, Vodafone, and 2degrees join forces with police and NZTA to combat texting while driving in NZ through educational campaigns and research initiatives.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 3rd Jul 2020
Acer NZ reports decreased revenue but boosted profits for FY19
Acer

Acer NZ reports decreased revenue but boosted profits for FY19

The dip in yearly revenue was offset by an 89% increase in operating profit, increasing from $232,344 in FY18 to $440,741 the following year.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 1st Jul 2020