Fitbit announces Luxe, their fashion fitness and wellness tracker
Posted on 20-Apr-2021 15:29 News, Health
Fitbit has announced Fitbit Luxe, a fashion-forward fitness and wellness tracker designed to help you take a more holistic approach to your health and wellness. Luxe offers the motivation and support you need to stay healthy with everything from stress management tools to automatic activity and sleep tracking – all in a fashionable bracelet design.
Microsoft introduces Surface Laptop 4
Posted on 16-Apr-2021 08:38 News, Computing
The Surface Laptop 4 retains the sleek iconic design of the Surface Laptop. This includes Microsoft's signature 3:2 PixelSense touchscreen displays in 13.5” or 15” models, metal or Alcantara finishes, and first-rate touch, type and trackpad experiences.
Border trial of app to detect COVID-19 early
Posted on 16-Apr-2021 08:26 News, Handheld friendly sites
As part of the trial, Fitbit are providing 120+ Fitbit Inspire HRS to front line Border Control workers in Auckland. Datamine, the New Zealand company which developed the ëlarm app, will provide wearable devices for any border workers taking part who do not have a wearable device.
Samsung debuts 2021 Neo QLED TV introducing Mini LED
Posted on 15-Apr-2021 10:39 News, DVB and HD
The 2021 portfolio of Neo QLED, soundbars and Lifestyle TV displays features its most advanced, stylish and expansive range delivering the ultimate in picture and sound quality for big screen TVs.
Qobuz high resolution music platform launches in New Zealand
Posted on 15-Apr-2021 09:58 News, Web media
Qobuz, the French platform for streaming and downloading high-quality music,
is launching its service in New Zealand. Kiwi music lovers and audiophiles will now have access to its unique offering including high resolution sound combined with rich editorial content.
2degrees selects Ericsson as partner for 5G network launch in 2021
Posted on 14-Apr-2021 12:53 News, 5G
The national 5G network build starts immediately, and the first sites will be built in Auckland and Wellington during 2021. The network will expand to the other main centres, with plans for 700 sites.
Digital Island leverages Amazon Connect to create new user experiences
Posted on 12-Apr-2021 16:52 News, SaaS
Digital Island has teamed up with Amazon Web Services to launch its new product offering, combining the benefits of Amazon Connect, with its own managed contact centre service expertise to New Zealand businesses.
Poly unveils new video solutions for remote workers
Posted on 31-Mar-2021 15:31 News, Digital Business
Poly has announced the Poly Studio P Series, the industry's first professional-grade personal video conferencing equipment, designed to give remote workers a high-quality, more office-like experience and professional presentation.
UBCO gets green light to accelerate EV adoption
Posted on 31-Mar-2021 14:32 News, EV
Kiwi eco-tech pioneer UBCO is gearing up for wide spread adoption of its tough, safe and clean utility electric bikes across New Zealand farms, businesses and households thanks to funding from government-backed Carbn Group.
Cisco pilots reskilling program in New Zealand
Posted on 29-Mar-2021 14:27 News, Web media
Cisco has established a global pandemic recovery reskilling program to support displaced workers with practical skills, to support a shift to a career in cybersecurity.
Catalyst Managed Database Service now with PostgreSQL support
Posted on 29-Mar-2021 14:23 News, SaaS
Just months after Catalyst Cloud launched their Managed Database Service in Tech Preview, the local cloud computing provider has announced that the service now supports the highly popular PostgreSQL database engine
Spark launches Innovation Studio
Posted on 29-Mar-2021 14:05 News, 5G
Innovation Studio that will support Kiwi businesses to identify how emerging technologies like the Internet of Things (IoT) and 5G can help them adapt, transform and grow.
Intel announces manufacturing expansion plans
Posted on 29-Mar-2021 13:44 News, Computing
Intel has recently announced plans for a US$ 20 billion investment in two new fabs in Arizona, new Intel Foundry Services and research collaboration with IBM.
