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Game review: Stellar Blade (PS5)
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Stellar Blade, an action-packed PS5 exclusive released this year, delivers exceptional gameplay and rich story, marking South Korean first-time developer Shift Up's impressive debut in gaming.
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LG unveils state-of-the-art UltraGear OLED gaming monitors in Australia
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LG Electronics Australia unveils a trio of award-winning UltraGear OLED 800R curved gaming monitors, offering immersive, panoramic gaming experiences with superior performance to Australian gamers.
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ADLINK unveils high-performance Atom-powered modules for IoT solutions
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ADLINK Technology, an edge computing operator, introduces two high-performing modules utilising Intel's Atom processors. These modules are optimised for Internet of Things (IoT) solutions and emphasise durability and temperature adaptability.
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Noel Leeming launches tech trade-in scheme across New Zealand
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Noel Leeming launches a trade-in scheme allowing New Zealand customers to exchange old electronics for gift cards, promoting both sustainability and affordable tech upgrades.
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Hands-on review: Cricut EasyPress Mini
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Cricut EasyPress Mini proves to be an ideal tool for small and large crafting projects, allowing creativity to flourish even in hard-to-reach places.
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Samsung unveils 2024 TV range, with AI-driven picture technology
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Samsung unveils its innovative 2024 TV range, spearheaded by the flagship Neo QLED 8K TV, promising consumers enhanced entertainment options.
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AI is here to stay - share market fads versus trends
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AI investments debate trends versus fads, with its longevity, sustainability and growing legal legitimacy suggesting a solid market trend rather than a fleeting hype.
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Game review: Children of the Sun (PC)
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Children of the Sun, a surreal single-player puzzle shooter by Rene Rother, follows a lone sniper's revenge against a cult, with precise, strategic gameplay and an unusual art style.
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TVNZ launches innovative sports streaming service with MediaKind & Qibb
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TVNZ, in alliance with MediaKind and Qibb, debuts a cutting-edge sports streaming service on TVNZ+, using cloud-based platform for efficient live streaming of major sports events.
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Sony launches ULT Power Sound series with artist Peso Pluma
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Sony is set to launch its ULT POWER SOUND series, a range of wireless speakers and headphones designed to enhance immersive audio, featuring a collaboration with Grammy-winning artist Peso Pluma.
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Aussie crypto investors positive ahead of Bitcoin halving event
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Amid an impending Bitcoin halving, more than 2,000 Australian crypto investors show optimism, fuelled by significant institutional investments and record-high Bitcoin pricing.
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Watch out! There are hidden dangers lurking in your PDFs
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PDFs' convenience inadvertently aiding cybercriminals: Avast researchers reveal PDF files increasingly exploited to distribute malware and carry out scams.
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Blackmagic Design unveils extensive lineup of 22 products
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Blackmagic Design revolutionises the market with the launch of a robust 22-product lineup across a diverse range of use cases.
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Kiwi investors anticipate Bitcoin Halving boost, Binance study shows
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Binance study reveals high optimism among Kiwi investors over the potential boost in Bitcoin value amid its upcoming halving event and significant institutional investment.
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Dreame Technology wins pivotal recognition for innovative robot vacuum
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Dreame Technology has been acknowledged for inventing the world's first robot vacuum with a Robotic Flex Arm, enhancing edge cleaning efficiency.
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Hands-on review: Asus RT-AXE7800 Wi-Fi 6e router
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The Asus RT-AXE7800 Wi-Fi 6e router offers optimal functionality for households and high performance gaming, boasting an easy-to-use setup and impressive wireless speed capabilities.
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Review: Avast Ultimate Business Security - comprehensive to say the least
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Avast Ultimate Business Security emerges as a robust cybersecurity solution offering antivirus, online privacy tools, and automated patch management.
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Game review: Kingdom Come: Deliverance (Nintendo Switch)
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Kingdom Come: Deliverance on Nintendo Switch disappoints with poor graphics and clunky mechanics, despite an engaging medieval storyline, raising doubts over platform choice from Warhorse Studios.
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The Elder Scrolls Online marks its 10th Anniversary with the Gold Road expansion
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Celebrating its 10th anniversary, Bethesda's 'The Elder Scrolls Online' introduces the 'Gold Road' expansion, allowing exploration of the new, exciting zone of West Weald from June 3rd.
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One wrong click can devastate your small business: so what can you do?
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Small businesses can fortify cybersecurity, bolster compliance, and support employee productivity with web domain and content filtering tools like Avast Business Web Control.
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Logitech G introduces PRO X 60 LIGHTSPEED Gaming Keyboard for esports pros
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Logitech G unveils its PRO X 60 LIGHTSPEED Gaming Keyboard, aimed at professional esports athletes, with features including a compact 60% form factor and KEYCONTROL for personalised customisation.
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Game review: Horizon: Forbidden West Complete Edition (PC)
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Horizon: Forbidden West, the stellar sequel to Horizon: Zero Dawn, hits PC, offering enhanced visuals, pleasing refinements from the original, and an engaging storyline set in a visually stunning post-post-apocalyptic world.
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Fisher & Paykel introduce Kitchen Assistant for SmartHQ app
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Fisher and Paykel innovate kitchen technology with the launch of a virtual sous chef feature, Kitchen Assistant, developed in partnership with Dynamo6, revolutionising home cooking.
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Crimson Education brings Ivy League programme to Kiwis
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EdTech leader Crimson Education partners with the University of Pennsylvania to provide an innovative, globe-spanning, hybrid entrepreneurship programme, enhancing both online and traditional classroom-based learning methods.