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Epson Moverio AR smart glasses revolutionise student learning

Tue, 5th Dec 2017
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Griffith University's School of Pharmacy has transformed its teaching environment with Epson projectors and augmented reality smart glasses.
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PlayStation VR's first AAA title: Skyrim VR

Tue, 5th Dec 2017
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Bethesda brings AAA gaming to PlayStation VR with Skyrim VR, offering an expansive, immersive dive into Tamriel, despite some controller quirks.
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NZTA launches VR experience for learner drivers

Mon, 4th Dec 2017
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The NZ Transport Agency has unveiled a VR app to help learner drivers practise spotting hazards and using mirrors on real New Zealand streets.
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Christchurch company produces VR pilot training app for Ports of Auckland

Wed, 29th Nov 2017
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The LWA app uses virtual reality to safely simulate the experience maritime pilots go through when getting on and off ships.
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AWS announces new development platform for VR, AR, and 3D apps

Wed, 29th Nov 2017
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VR and AR apps created in Amazon Sumerian will run in any browser that supports WebGL or WebVR graphics rendering.
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NZVRARA welcomes influential student chapter

Tue, 28th Nov 2017
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The New Zealand VR/AR Association will host its first Student Chapter Exhibition in Wellington, showcasing innovative student work on 6th December 2017.
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Race your drone in augmented reality with DJI

Mon, 27th Nov 2017
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DJI unveils the DJI Goggles Racing Edition, enhancing FPV drone racing with sleek design and cutting-edge video transmission technology.
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Logitech's latest keyboard kit works in VR

Mon, 27th Nov 2017
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Logitech unveils VR-ready keyboard kit priced at USD $150, aiming to revolutionise text entry and interaction in Virtual Reality with an HTC Vive partnership.
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Craft your castle in mind-blowing mixed reality

Mon, 27th Nov 2017
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Minecraft's latest update integrates Windows Mixed Reality, allowing players to craft, explore, and survive in an immersive 3D world with minimal setup.
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ANZ businesses still consider IoT & public cloud too risky

Fri, 17th Nov 2017
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Only 53% of ANZ business leaders are digitally literate, according to ISACA's Digital Transformation Barometer research.
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GALLERY: Meet Taipei Startup Festival Day One

Thu, 16th Nov 2017
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The event aims to provide a platform where entrepreneurs and VCs alike can build together a shared startup ecosystem.
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Ingram Micro NZ and HP driving VR for schools

Wed, 8th Nov 2017
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Five Kiwi resellers will soon be big winners in the eyes of their favourite schools, with an Ingram Micro NZ HP promo providing VR kits for schools.
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Exclusive interview: A Fuji Xerox IoT expert on the ethics of ambient intelligence

Tue, 7th Nov 2017
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Many of our research projects are never used in products or solutions, sometimes because the technology is just too early for the market.
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Looming AI war, AR, voice interfacing – IDC's IT predictions for 2018 and beyond

Wed, 1st Nov 2017
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IDC's predictions provide a blueprint and critical new building blocks for becoming digital native enterprises.
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What to expect from the Pixel 2 and Daydream VR

Wed, 1st Nov 2017
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Google's Pixel 2 boasts advanced AR and VR capabilities, but concerns over screen burn and audio quality temper excitement for the innovative device.
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Feel Good AR could teach you how to save money and the planet

Tue, 31st Oct 2017
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Activated through an Australian, European or New Zealand currency note, the AR app has been developed by RaboDirect to engage its customers...
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Fulton Hogan ramps up workplace learning with virtual reality

Tue, 31st Oct 2017
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Fulton Hogan turns to VR for staff training, using a VR Boil Out app to recreate realistic scenarios without risk.
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Relive your cherished memories in VR

Mon, 30th Oct 2017
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CyberLink launches Power Media Player MR app for Windows Mixed Reality headsets, enabling users to access VR, conventional media content and YouTube.
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Kiwis are making big bucks with VR, $320 million to be precise

Thu, 26th Oct 2017
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New Zealand's VR and AR industry could be worth over $320m in two years, according to a report commissioned by the NZVRARA.
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New technologies driving ICT spend to double the rate of GDP growth

Wed, 25th Oct 2017
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New technologies are driving ICT spend back to double the rate of GDP growth, IDC says. So which technologies are leading the way?.