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'Project Thunderchild' uncovers what's wrong with cloud-based gaming
Tue, 21st Jul 2020
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cloud services
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gaming
Massive subscription-based streaming platforms like Google Stadia and Microsoft xCloud connections can be far from stable.
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Google announces G Suite integrated workplace, new security features
Mon, 20th Jul 2020
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cios
Google Cloud has announced a new G Suite integrated workspace that combines Gmail, Google Chat and Google Meet.
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Lenovo's suite of smart home devices lands in NZ
Mon, 20th Jul 2020
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smart home
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technology gifts
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google assistant
Products include Lenovo Smart Display, Lenovo Smart Clock, Lenovo Smart Home Essentials, Smart Lighting, Smart Security, Smart Automation accessories.
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ESET uncovers chat app malware spying and stealing user's data
Tue, 14th Jul 2020
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smartphones
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malware
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application security
New cyber-espionage operation targeted at Middle East users disguises itself as a chat app, according to ESET researchers.
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Check Point catches new form of Joker malware targeting Google Play Store
Tue, 14th Jul 2020
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smartphones
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malware
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technology gifts
'Joker' malware hides in Android apps, evading Google Play Store protections to capture user information, warns Check Point.
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Google NZ reports revenue & profit spike
Wed, 1st Jul 2020
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google
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monetisation
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financial results
Google NZ's revenue more than doubles to NZ$36.2m in FY19, with profits up from a $1m loss to $8.1m.
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Google brings Meet to iOS and Android
Fri, 19th Jun 2020
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Google Meet hits iOS/Android, making video calls on-the-go easier with new noise-cancel tech.
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Google & Parallels to bring Windows apps to Chrome Enterprise
Thu, 18th Jun 2020
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microsoft
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mobility
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tablets & laptops
Chromebooks to run Windows apps with Google's new Parallels tie-up, enhancing remote work.
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D-Link releases Wi-Fi 6 enabled smart router
Tue, 16th Jun 2020
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cloud services
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smart home
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technology gifts
D-Link ANZ's DIR-X1560 router revolutionises smart homes with its AX1500 Wi-Fi 6 technology for smoother connectivity.
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Hands-on review: Google Nest Mini 2nd generation smart speaker
Fri, 12th Jun 2020
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smartphones
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gaming
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reviews
Google Nest wows with style, ease of use, luring even a 74-year-old retiree into smart tech.
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Android 11 Beta is here - here's what to expect
Fri, 12th Jun 2020
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smartphones
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technology gifts
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google
Google Pixel phones get Android 11 this week, offering enhanced privacy and streamlined device control.
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Google and WWF partner to bring sustainability to fashion industry
Thu, 11th Jun 2020
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sustainable it
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partner programmes
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open source
WWF and Google have joined forces to develop a fashion sustainability platform to aid responsible sourcing decisions in the industry.
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New Pixel features drop, with big focus on health and safety
Wed, 3rd Jun 2020
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smartphones
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technology gifts
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google
Google's Pixel rolls out apps for safety, health, & battery life optimisation, inclusive of car crash alerts.
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Google sending relief to thousands of SMBs across ANZ
Fri, 29th May 2020
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wfh
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advertising
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google
Google has this week rolled out a Google Ad credit scheme, available to all SMBs with active accounts over the past year.
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Google most popular brand to impersonate in phishing campaigns - report
Thu, 28th May 2020
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microsoft
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firewall
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phishing
A new report from Barracuda released today shows 100,000 attacks impersonating reputable brands, with 65% of this figure using Google as a masquerade.
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Google Meet is officially here, for free
Wed, 13th May 2020
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Google's Meet is now free for all; over 100m daily users celebrate.
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YouTube Music becomes the future of Google’s music streaming ambitions
Wed, 13th May 2020
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smartphones
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technology gifts
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google
Google is merging its Google Play Music system into YouTube and has introduced a bunch of impressive new features.
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Google to demand two-factor authentication across Nest accounts
Tue, 12th May 2020
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smart home
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technology gifts
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cybersecurity
Google to enforce 2FA for Nest devices, boosting security for users.
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Developers using Firebase urged to check configuration after leak exposed
Tue, 12th May 2020
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smartphones
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web development
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technology gifts
Security alert: 24,000 Android apps leak user data via Firebase misconfigurations, says Comparitech.
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Interview: How Google Meet tackles security in the remote working age
Mon, 4th May 2020
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uc
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video conferencing
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google
I spoke to Google Cloud’s Asia Pacific and China (APAC) head of security for networking and collaboration specialists, Mark Johnston.
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Google offers video conferencing platform Meet free to all users
Thu, 30th Apr 2020
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wfh
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video conferencing
Google Cloud is making its video conferencing platform Google Meet available for free for everyone, with availability rolling out over the coming weeks.
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Google’s Fitbit acquisition under scrutiny
Tue, 28th Apr 2020
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apple
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technology gifts
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wearables
Despite economic issues, the wearables market is growing, Futuresource Consulting claims. Amongst this, Google inches closer to swallowing Fitbit.
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Edge computing market to explode in APAC despite pandemic woes
Tue, 28th Apr 2020
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microsoft
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cloud services
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hyperscale
Edge computing to hit $5.8bn in APAC by 2024, riding high despite COVID-19 with a 21% CAGR forecast.
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Google rolls out top-requested features on Google Meet
Fri, 24th Apr 2020
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wfh
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remote working
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Google Meet boosts remote work with AI-driven features, enhancing meetings and privacy.