Stories by Alex - Page 4
Subway may soon be ordered by a single Messenger emoji
Thu, 20th Apr 2017
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martech
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commerce systems
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supply chain
If ordering subs from Facebook Messenger isn't a clear indicator of the advancement of civilization, then I don't know what is.
Mount Eden stars in new Google Earth update promo
Thu, 20th Apr 2017
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google
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google apps
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google earth vr
As part of Google Earth's new revival, Google wants to encourage users to utilise the 3D mapping service to take the opportunity to explore the world.
Film Review: The Fate of the Furious
Thu, 20th Apr 2017
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gaming
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cartech
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digital entertainment
Thrilling ride with 'The Fate of the Furious'; a spectacular feast of action that leaves viewers yearning for another watch!.
Announcements galore at Facebook's F8 event
Wed, 19th Apr 2017
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ar, vr & metaverse
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facebook
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ar
Facebook has finished the first day of their F8 2017 event where developers flock to explore the future of technology.
Vodafone brings kiwi ideas to life with xone programme
Wed, 19th Apr 2017
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healthtech
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solar power
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vodafone
Xone is a start-up accelerator and innovation lab, where Vodafone partners with start-ups at all stages to find new and exciting technologies.
Hands-on Review: Huawei P10
Wed, 19th Apr 2017
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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huawei
The phone is perfectly likeable. It calls, it texts, it Facebooks, it takes great photos. Lets face it, that's 90% of phone users catered to.
HTC Desire 650 entry level smartphone announced
Tue, 18th Apr 2017
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htc
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technology gifts
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smartphones
HTC launches the affordable yet groundbreaking Desire 650, offering personalisation and a smooth Android experience.
Gardening with digital skills at Christchuch high school
Thu, 13th Apr 2017
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edutech
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education, learning & training
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software
Christchurch's Mairehau High marries horticulture with tech, fostering green fingers and digital know-how in a groundbreaking project.
Huawei CEO thinks smartwatches are pointless
Thu, 13th Apr 2017
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wearables
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huawei
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technology gifts
Huawei CEO Eric Xu Zhijun dismisses the company's new smartwatch, saying he doesn't understand the point of the technology.
Another day, another flying camera for consumers
Thu, 13th Apr 2017
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drones
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apple
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photography
Zero Zero Robotics brings its self-flying camera, the Hover Camera Passport, exclusively to Apple stores and Apple.com in five countries.
Tesla quietly launches sexy solar panels for homes
Wed, 12th Apr 2017
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cartech
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panasonic
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tesla
Tesla debuts sleek, inconspicuous home solar panels, addressing aesthetics while promising top-tier durability and efficiency.
Oxfam Trailwalker event huge success with companion app
Mon, 10th Apr 2017
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nfp
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mobile apps
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outdoors
More than 1,000 participants braved the outdoors, with the goal of travelling 100km in 36 hours or 50km in 18 hours.
Be a part of space exploration: SpaceX now hiring
Wed, 5th Apr 2017
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spacetech
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satellite
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devs
They are looking for astronauts, engineers, sales staff, marketers, software developers and exactly one barista.
Sneak peek at the new Xbox Scorpio specs
Wed, 5th Apr 2017
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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microsoft
Microsoft will reveal the system specifications of the Xbox Scorpio on Thursday, ahead of their E3 presentation.
'Smart' vibrator allows strangers to watch
Tue, 4th Apr 2017
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smart home
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data privacy
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hacking
Apparently the Svakom Siime Eye, an internet-connected sex toy with a built in camera, is laughably easy to hack.
App born from poverty works to feed the hungry
Mon, 3rd Apr 2017
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apps
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software
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supermarkets
Software engineer creates app to feed the hungry in Africa, connecting supermarkets to NGOs and low-income earners.
Augment your world: Virtual reality summit comes to NZ
Fri, 31st Mar 2017
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ar, vr & metaverse
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ar
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vr
The Magnify Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality Expo is coming to New Zealand, showcasing the latest in VR and AR technology.
Getting hands on at the Samsung S8/S8+ launch event
Fri, 31st Mar 2017
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samsung
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samsung gear
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samsung galaxy
Samsung wows with new Galaxy S8 and S8+ at Auckland launch, showcasing water resistance and innovative new gadgets.
Samsung turn smartphones into desktops with new 'DeX'
Thu, 30th Mar 2017
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daas
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samsung
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gadgets
Samsung revolutionizes desktop computing with Samsung DeX, a device that turns the Galaxy S8 into a desktop computer.
Samsung comes out firing: New Gear 360 announced
Thu, 30th Mar 2017
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samsung
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4k
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samsung gear
Samsung unveils Gear 360: A lightweight, 4K camera reshaping the VR landscape with real-time broadcasting and enhanced content features.