Digital Technology stories - Page 16
Elon Musk's SpaceX to bring internet to far corners of the Earth
Tue, 16th May 2017
#
uc
#
spacetech
#
wireless networks
Half the world doesn’t have the luxury of being able to connect to the internet at their leisure, even though internet access is basic human right.
Nvidia announces new powerhouse graphics card feat. new tech
Mon, 15th May 2017
#
gaming
#
digital entertainment
#
ar, vr & metaverse
This heavyweight GPU will be more targeted at data centre usage and high-performance computing, as opposed to consumer level computing.
Microsoft announces controllers for mixed reality headsets
Fri, 12th May 2017
#
ar, vr & metaverse
#
microsoft
#
cloud services
Developers have two headsets to choose from: a $300 Acer one and a $329 HP one, both of which are available now for pre-order.
Snapchat Spectacles put up tidy but modest sales numbers
Thu, 11th May 2017
#
ar, vr & metaverse
#
cloud services
#
social media
The numbers weren’t exactly super-specific, but it’s enough to make some estimates of how many units they’ve sold.
Tesla opens pre-order for home solar tiles for most countries
Thu, 11th May 2017
#
smart home
#
cartech
#
cloud services
In a blog post, Tesla announced the pre-order availability and provided with a calculator tool to help consumers figure out the cost.
Trump team fumble their way through entry-level dirty politics
Wed, 10th May 2017
#
uc
#
cloud services
#
telco
Trump's administration bungles online cleanup, leaving traces of a deleted anti-Muslim press release exposed. The internet never forgets.
You're invited: Strategies for an Artificially Superintelligent Future
Wed, 10th May 2017
#
ai
#
cloud services
#
digital technology
David Miller invites you to join a discussion on the future of artificial intelligence. The talk is part of the Hutt City Council’s STEMM Festival.
Exclusive look at smart home security with Ring
Tue, 9th May 2017
#
surveillance
#
smart home
#
cloud services
The Ring Video Doorbell aims to reduce crime in NZ - here's what managing director of Ring ANZ Mark Fletcher has to say on the topic.
Hands-on review: Samsung Galaxy S8
Tue, 9th May 2017
#
smartphones
#
gaming
#
reviews
Samsung Galaxy S8 dazzles with top-tier display and design, but biometric quirks and Bixby disappoint. A stylish yet pricey choice at 7.9/10.
Elon Musk enlists help of Twitter in naming new tunnel bore
Mon, 8th May 2017
#
cartech
#
cloud services
#
tesla
Elon Musk turns to Twitter for help in naming The Boring Company's new tunnel bore, eliciting a flood of creative and humorous suggestions.
Apple takes wearable tech crown from Fitbit
Mon, 8th May 2017
#
wearables
#
personal computing devices
#
apple
Apple has been crowned the leading wearable technology company, despite CEO Tim Cook’s stubborn refusal to release Apple Watch numbers.
New Facebook hires to focus on reviewing violent content
Fri, 5th May 2017
#
cloud services
#
facebook
#
social media
Facebook bolsters its workforce, adding 3,000 staff to curb violent content, following fierce criticism over slow responses to disturbing live videos.
Hands-on review: Parallels Toolbox for Mac
Fri, 5th May 2017
#
gaming
#
reviews
#
digital entertainment
Parallels Toolbox for Mac simplifies daily tasks by consolidating essential utilities into a single menu bar app, priced at USD $9.99.
Hands-on review: Mota JetJat Nano-C Camera Drone
Thu, 4th May 2017
#
gaming
#
drones
#
reviews
The world's smallest camera drone provided a quick burst of fun, a large dose of frustration, and an overall average experience as far as drones go.
Opinion: We take some brilliant tech for granted way too often
Thu, 4th May 2017
#
gaming
#
fintech
#
digital entertainment
From virtual reality marvels to instant mobile banking, our daily tech wonders deserve more appreciation as we cruise into an automated future.
May the 4th be with you: Star Wars tech that actually exists
Thu, 4th May 2017
#
cloud services
#
3d printing
#
star wars
From holograms to bionic limbs, this Star Wars day unveils real-life tech feats inspired by the saga's futuristic vision.
Magnify VR expo brings a taste of the future to Auckland
Wed, 26th Apr 2017
#
ar, vr & metaverse
#
samsung
#
htc
A full day of virtual and augmented reality demonstrations and experiences are on offer, including a specially made short movie that incorporate VR.
Apple pauses world dominance to patent AR technology
Mon, 24th Apr 2017
#
personal computing devices
#
ar, vr & metaverse
#
apple
You could theoretically place and move objects in your home to see if they work to your liking, without having to even get off the couch.
Digital tech at the forefront of education direction
Thu, 6th Apr 2017
#
edutech
#
e-learning
#
cloud services
New Zealand Education Ministry prioritizes digital technologies at annual conference, acknowledging need for education system to keep up.
Collaboration keeps digital tech alive at Christchurch schools
Thu, 6th Apr 2017
#
cloud services
#
ncea
#
digital technology
A joint effort between several secondary and tertiary institutes results in quality technology learning for high school students in Canterbury.