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Health focused app launches in ANZ
Health Technologies

Health focused app launches in ANZ

Jonas Leisure has launched a new app in Australia and New Zealand, enhancing connectivity for gyms and members via the Envibe software and Fitnexus platform.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 27th Sep 2019
NZ-grown fitness app draws on augmented reality
Hyperscale

NZ-grown fitness app draws on augmented reality

Fitness junkie Amy Lee Summers has launched an AR fitness app, Amy Lee Fit, which features fitness plans, recipes and more.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 20th Nov 2018
Marvel's Spider-Man comes to Garmin's kids fitness tracker
Gaming

Marvel's Spider-Man comes to Garmin's kids fitness tracker

Encouraging kids to become active and stay active from an early age is something that Garmin is taking seriously.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 24th Sep 2018
Ingram Micro NZ scores exclusive distribution rights to Fitbit
Wearables

Ingram Micro NZ scores exclusive distribution rights to Fitbit

According to Ingram Micro NZ, the move reflects its focus on offering market-leading brands to all of its partners.

By Patrick Martlew • 2 min read • Tue, 22nd May 2018
Malcolm Benjamin: A true gentleman, loyal as they come
Unified Communications

Malcolm Benjamin: A true gentleman, loyal as they come

Telecommunications stalwart Malcolm Benjamin, who lost his battle with cancer on Saturday, is being remembered as a loyal, genuine 'true gentleman'.

By Heather Wright • 3 min read • Tue, 11th Jul 2017
Five becomes one as Datacom consolidates into new Auckland office
Unified Communications

Five becomes one as Datacom consolidates into new Auckland office

Datacom is bringing staff from five Auckland office together in one large complex in a move it says will foster greater collaboration and creativity.

By Heather Wright • 3 min read • Mon, 22nd May 2017
TomTom unveils new sports app to Kiwis
Fitness

TomTom unveils new sports app to Kiwis

TomTom launches new Sports app co-created with athletes, aiming to turn data into insights and provide motivation for users.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Thu, 12th Jan 2017

Global Stories

Game review: Fitness Boxing 2: Rhythm & Exercise
Gaming

Game review: Fitness Boxing 2: Rhythm & Exercise

'Fitness Boxing 2: Rhythm - Exercise' lacks the appeal of 'Ring Fit Adventure' and leaves much to be desired, says reviewer.

By Lama Farhat • 3 min read • Thu, 8th Apr 2021
Hands-on Review: OPPO Watch 2020 gives Apple a run for its money
Gaming

Hands-on Review: OPPO Watch 2020 gives Apple a run for its money

OPPO's 2020 smartwatch challenges the dominance of the Apple Watch with its sleek design, impressive performance, and full range of features.

By Lama Farhat • 4 min read • Thu, 24th Sep 2020
Work it: Apple's new Watch series puts huge focus on health & fitness
Wearables

Work it: Apple's new Watch series puts huge focus on health & fitness

It's time… for new additions to the Apple Watch series, with the announcement of the Apple Watch Series 6 and the Apple Watch SE, and the new Fitness+ app.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Sep 2020
Fitbit's Charge 4 features inbuilt GPS and Fitbit Pay
Fitness

Fitbit's Charge 4 features inbuilt GPS and Fitbit Pay

Fitbit's renowned Charge fitness tracker is welcoming the fourth iteration to its product line – the Charge 4.

By Sara Barker • 4 min read • Thu, 16th Apr 2020
Hands-on Review: Lenovo HX06, The fitness band that won't break the bank
Gaming

Hands-on Review: Lenovo HX06, The fitness band that won't break the bank

Lenovo's new fitness band, the HX06, delivers impressive health tracking features at a budget-friendly price, with a chic design and smart sensors.

By Lama Farhat • 3 min read • Thu, 20th Sep 2018
Plantronics adds five new products across the BackBeat FIT and BackBeat GO lines
Digital Entertainment

Plantronics adds five new products across the BackBeat FIT and BackBeat GO lines

Those of you who need your tunes whether you're working out or waiting for the next flight will be pricking your ears with interest right now.

By Owen McCarthy • 3 min read • Tue, 18th Sep 2018
How wearable technology is expanding beyond fitness
Health Technologies

How wearable technology is expanding beyond fitness

Wearable tech leaps beyond the gym, dazzling at CES with smart attire for fashionistas, game-changing gadgets for parents and innovative health aids.

By Rishi Kaul • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Jan 2017
Kiwi born fitness app hits the big time overseas, but not at home
Fitness

Kiwi born fitness app hits the big time overseas, but not at home

Kiwi fitness app, My Virtual Mission, has gained 30k users in the UK and US, but has been slow to take off in its home market of New Zealand.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Wed, 2nd Nov 2016
Think you could cut it as an Olympian? A new app allows you to find out
Fitness

Think you could cut it as an Olympian? A new app allows you to find out

Using data from runners' fitness trackers, Cadence lets runners pit their own performance against those of the best athletes in the world.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Fri, 12th Aug 2016
Hands-on Review: Smart Rope - the evolution of a classic
Gaming

Hands-on Review: Smart Rope - the evolution of a classic

The Smart Rope is a nifty innovation that uses LEDs to give the appearance of a display floating in front of you - and that's just the beginning.

By James Fraser • 2 min read • Thu, 9th Jun 2016

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