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Siri versus Bixby: Can Samsung's artificial intelligence compete?

Samsung rolls out Bixby, a bold rival to Siri, poised to redefine smartphone AI prowess on Galaxy devices. Will it charm users?.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Mon, 24th Jul 2017

Network Infrastructure

Traditional PC market declines but fares better than expected

Worldwide shipments of traditional PCs declined in the first quarter of 2017, but surprisingly the figures are more positive than expected.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Fri, 14th Jul 2017

Infrastructure-as-a-Service

Asia Pacific leads the way as IT spend rebounds

IDC is forecasting IT spend to rebound from the second half of 2017, so what technologies are on the up - and which are dragging the market down?.

By Heather Wright • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Jul 2017

Wireless Networks

The Leica TL2 camera has an integrated Wi-Fi module for on-the-spot transferring of images

Leica's TL2 camera, sculpted from aluminium, debuts with Wi-Fi for instant image sharing and 4K video prowess, redefining connectivity in photography.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Tue, 11th Jul 2017

Malware

How CopyCat netted $1.5m ad revenue from 14 million infected Android devices

The malware, called CopyCat, originally infected users in Southeast Asia but has since spread to Oceania, Africa, Europe and the Americas.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 10th Jul 2017

Notebook

Singapore PC market 'dynamic' - even if it is declining

Singapore's PC market has remains dynamic according to industry analysts IDC – despite the market recording a 'mild' decline of 2.1% yoy for Q1.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Fri, 7th Jul 2017

Health Technologies

Nokia emerges from the shadows with a massive line-up of consumer health products

Nokia shifts gear with an expansive range of digital health gadgets, targeting a 360-degree approach to consumer wellness.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Jul 2017

Gaming

Project Cars 2 reveals its massive line-up of vehicles

Racing fans, start your engines! Project Cars 2 gears up with a stellar 180-strong vehicle fleet, aiming for pole position on September 22.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Fri, 7th Jul 2017

Analyst report

Gartner: Device shipments steady as consumers steer spend towards better smartphones

Device shipments are expected to drop 0.3% in 2017 but will bounce back next year, signalling a relatively stable market, says Gartner.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Jul 2017

Gaming

Hands-on Review: Lenovo ThinkCentre M910q

Lenovo ThinkCentre M910q impresses with swift setup and tidy design, promising a clutter-free desk and seamless work experience.

By Owen McCarthy • 3 min read • Tue, 4th Jul 2017

Internet of Things

Vodafone prepares mobile network for NZ's expected IoT surge

Vodafone to deploy NB-IoT in New Zealand in early 2018 to prepare for IoT surge - predicted $2.2bn market opportunity #IoT #technology.

By Julia Gabel • 2 min read • Tue, 4th Jul 2017

Malware

OceanLotus malware proves that MacOS attackers are rapidly honing their craft

Despite its low profile, the OceanLotus backdoor for MacOS has become more advanced and more targeted than ever before.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 4th Jul 2017

Unified Communications

10 Reasons you can't ignore the Android revolution

No matter your workplace, you need a rugged device that won't fail in the face of drops, spills, extreme temperatures, or dust and dirt.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Tue, 4th Jul 2017

Wearables

Exclusive: Three pairs of glasses that may revive the smart-eyewear trend

As Google Glass fades away, new innovations by Vuzix, Sony, and Epson aim to revive the smart-eyewear trend with advanced features and sleek designs.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Mon, 3rd Jul 2017

Wearables

Mobile World Congress 2017: A new smartwatch and mind-boggling fingerprint scanning tech

Qualcomm's new fingerprint tech at MWC 2017 set to revolutionise phone security, along with their innovative 4G kid's smartwatch.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Fri, 30th Jun 2017

Samsung

GSMA: Here are the winners from the 2017 Asia Mobile Awards

GSMA's Asia Mobile Awards recognize excellence in mobile communications across the Asia Pacific region. Samsung wins Best Smartphone.

By Julia Gabel • 2 min read • Thu, 29th Jun 2017

EduTech

Desktop conversion still king in ANZ despite increasing smartphone traffic - Adobe

Despite a surge in smartphone traffic, consumers in Australia and New Zealand still predominantly make purchases via desktop, Adobe's new report reveals.

By Kai Ping Lew • 3 min read • Wed, 28th Jun 2017

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Agricultural Technology

IoT will be supported by artificial intelligence by 2020

New Zealand could reap up to USD $3.3 billion over 10 years from IoT, but experts say AI support will be needed to unlock the gains.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Sun, 2nd Jul 2017

Ingram Micro

Ingram Micro NZ gets touchy-feely with latest deal

Ingram Micro New Zealand says it's giving resellers a great reason to get back in touch with customers following its latest vendor signing.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Wed, 28th Jun 2017

Cybersecurity

Cyber IT Solutions takes desktop security from prisons to the enterprise

A local IT company that previously developed cybersecurity solutions for prisons and correctional facilities has expanded to the wider market.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 28th Jun 2017