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Stories by Patrick - Page 10

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Quantum Dots are Coming, Here’s Why You Should Care
Thu, 8th Jan 2015
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digital signage
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reviews
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quantum computing
Quantum dots are transforming TV visuals with eye-popping colours and sharpness, promising an affordable leap in display technology.
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The future of mobile networks, according to Nokia's Ray Owen
Tue, 6th Jan 2015
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smartphones
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uc
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endpoint protection
Pat Pilcher caught up with Ray Owen, the new head of ANZ for Nokia to chat about the future of mobile networks.
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Microsoft places IE on death row
Mon, 5th Jan 2015
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microsoft
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windows
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internet explorer
After two decades, Microsoft plans to replace Internet Explorer with 'Spartan', a new, leaner browser, signalling the end of an era.
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Hands-on review: Huawei Mate
Thu, 18th Dec 2014
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smartphones
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gaming
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reviews
Huawei’s newest kid on the block, and the Ascend Mate is definitely a big boy, sitting on the phablet side of the fence.
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Hands-on review: Google Chromecast
Mon, 15th Dec 2014
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
Google's Chromecast launches in NZ, offering a simple, affordable streaming solution for your TV, challenging Apple TV with its minimalist design.
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AVAST! The Piratebay Bounces Back
Mon, 15th Dec 2014
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piracy
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the pirate bay
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retailers
After a raid by the Swedish Police on their Stockholm data centre, it only took a week or so for the Piratebay to bounce back.
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5G is on its way
Fri, 12th Dec 2014
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gaming
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uc
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digital entertainment
4G may have finally made it to New Zealand, but Huawei are already eying up the next generation of mobile technology.
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Huawei: Enter the dragon
Fri, 12th Dec 2014
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uc
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data analytics
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martech
Huawei might not be one of New Zealand’s well known brands, but on the global telco stage they’re bigger than huge.
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Hands-on review: Strike Alpha iPhone 6 car cradle
Fri, 12th Dec 2014
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smartphones
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gaming
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reviews
Car phone cradles mightn’t be the most exciting phone accessory, but they do make several metric tonnes of common sense.
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Police raid the pirate bay, is this the answer?
Wed, 10th Dec 2014
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piracy
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the pirate bay
According to Torrent Freak, Swedish police raided the pirate bay’s Stockholm datacenter confiscating equipment.
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Hands-on review: Theophany Katheros Speakers
Wed, 10th Dec 2014
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
Theophany's Katheros speakers astonish with their dream-inspired design, delivering premium sound that challenges pricier rivals.
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Hands-on review: Asus AS7008T NAS
Wed, 10th Dec 2014
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storage
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gaming
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reviews
Asustor's AS7008T NAS dazzles with its dark, stylish design and robust performance for SMEs, but sports a high-end price tag.
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Hands-on review: Philips Hue
Tue, 9th Dec 2014
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
The boffins at Philips must’ve had their thinking caps on when they created the Hue lighting system, as Hue can do some pretty amazing things.
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Hands-on review: Sony Xperia Z3
Tue, 2nd Dec 2014
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smartphones
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gaming
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reviews
Sony Xperia Z3 review: A sleek design, enhanced camera, and a battery that won't quit mark Sony's latest as a potent contender in the smartphone arena.
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Review: Epson WF3640 Multi-Function Printer
Thu, 13th Nov 2014
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
Epson's new WF-3640, with cutting-edge PrecisionCore tech, promises laser-like speed and quality for small businesses.
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Review: Samsung Gear S
Wed, 12th Nov 2014
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gaming
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digital signage
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reviews
Samsung's Gear S dazzles with its curved touchscreen and embedded 3G, redefining the smartwatch game. No phone required.
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Review: Samsung Galaxy Note 4
Mon, 10th Nov 2014
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gaming
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digital signage
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reviews
Samsung Galaxy Note 4 delivers punchy performance and crystal-clear display but comes with a premium price tag.
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Review: Ollie
Thu, 6th Nov 2014
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
Who’ve thought that a plastic doodad the size of a can of Pringles could move so damned fast or that it could be so much fun to drive?.
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Have Philips cracked LED lighting?
Mon, 3rd Nov 2014
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led lights
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philips
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retailers
Philips might just have the solution to New Zealand's high electricity costs with their new LED bulb, mimicking incandescent light efficiently.
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Review: Sony Xperia E3
Mon, 3rd Nov 2014
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
Sony returns to the budget smartphone market with the Xperia E3, a solidly built device with impressive features for its price.