Fitbit launches Ionic, its health and fitness smartwatch
Posted on 12-Oct-2017 15:52 News, Health
Fitbit's first smartwatch debuts with personalised guidance, on-device dynamic workouts, relative SpO2 sensor, industry-leading GPS, swim tracking, on-board music, contactless payments and multi-day battery life - in addition to a partnership with Adidas to deliver the Fitbit Ionic special edition and training programmes.
Bank of New Zealand uses Intel AI to detect financial crime
Posted on 12-Oct-2017 15:39 News, Security
Intel Saffron Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Advisor uses explainable AI to enhance decision-making for investigators and analysts. Associative memory AI finds and explains multidimensional patterns so that investigators and analysts can explore emerging trends across a bank's or insurer's data.
Sony launches Xperia XZ1, a smartphone with real-time 3D capture
Posted on 11-Oct-2017 10:26 News, Android
The Sony Xperia XZ1 Combines Sony's Motion-Eye camera with super slow motion video, new smile predictive capture and autofocus burst on package that includes a 5.2" Full HD HDR display and premium audio experience.
Air New Zealand begins Inflight Wi-Fi rollout
Posted on 9-Oct-2017 20:16 News, Wi-Fi
Airline has been working closely with its partners to prepare for the launch of Inflight Wi-Fi which will enable customers to access email, social media channels, web browsing and go shopping while travelling.
Lenovo launches ThinkPad Anniversary Edition 25
Posted on 7-Oct-2017 23:16 News, Notebooks
The ThinkPad Anniversary Edition 25 is a modern incarnation of the classic design and includes iconic retro features such as a backlit 7-row ThinkPad Classic keyboard, dedicated volume buttons, multiple status LEDs and a multicolor logo.
API Talent Achieves AWS MSP Partner Status
Posted on 5-Oct-2017 21:20 News, SaaS
The AWS Managed Service Partner program independently assesses a provider's ability to set up, migrate and manage Cloud infrastructure and applications.
Stellar Consulting Group now a Domo Partner
Posted on 5-Oct-2017 21:03 News, SaaS
Stellar Consulting Group, a provider of data analytics solutions in New Zealand, has become the country's first Domo Certified Partner.
Xero passes quarter of a million subscriber milestone in UK
Posted on 5-Oct-2017 21:02 News, SaaS
Xero also announces that it is deepening its existing partnerships in the UK with HSBC and Banco Santander, paving the way for enhanced banking services on Xero's platform.
Nokia smartphones come back to New Zealand through Spark
Posted on 2-Oct-2017 19:52 News, Android
The first Nokia smartphone range on Android – comprising of the Nokia 8, Nokia 3, Nokia 5 and Nokia 6 – will be available to buy in New Zealand exclusively from Spark and Spark's retail channel partners, according to HDM, the company that now owns the Nokia brand for smartphones.
Samsung Introduces New Gear Fit2 Pro
Posted on 28-Sep-2017 15:14 News, Health
Samsung's latest device assists with a range of activities, from robust fitness tracking to nutrition and sleep monitoring, as well as motivational coaching.
Vodafone New Zealand deploy live 400 gigabit system
Posted on 11-Sep-2017 11:07 News, Broadband
Vodafone New Zealand has taken a major step in future-proofing its national transport network, deploying 400 gigabit per wavelength optical system to dramatically increase capacity over its fibre optic footprint.
OPPO camera phones now available at PB Tech
Posted on 11-Sep-2017 09:56 News, Android
PB Tech, a leading supplier of technology products and services, will sell OPPO phones online and in its 11 superstores throughout New Zealand.
Lenovo reveals new ThinkPad A Series
Posted on 8-Sep-2017 14:37 News, Notebooks
New ThinkPad A275 and A475 notebooks being the first enterprise-level ThinkPad models to feature AMD PRO technology.