Nokia 3310 review
Posted on 7-Nov-2017 14:24 Reviews, 3G, by M Freitas
Nokia is again playing the smartphone market with its Android series, but in a throwback moment the company has launched an updated version of the 3310, the new 3310 3G which is available now in New Zealand.
Spark enhances IoT network capability
Posted on 7-Nov-2017 11:33 News, Internet of Things
New Zealand's largest telco takes a dual-network approach to enable flexible IoT solutions, trialing nationwide LTE Internet of Things network alongside a LoRa low-power network.
Countdown launches new proximity online shopping app
Posted on 4-Nov-2017 13:50 News, Web media
The Countdown Click & Collect app, available for both Android and iOS, alerts customers that their online grocery order is ready for collection and then lets the store team know when that customer is on their way.
Nest launches in New Zealand
Posted on 4-Nov-2017 12:31 News, Consumer Electronics
Nest Labs, Inc. is bringing its safety and security products and services to New Zealand: the Nest Cam Indoor, Nest Cam Outdoor, Nest Cam IQ Indoor and the Nest Protect smoke and carbon monoxide alarm
Broadband Compare Award Winners announced
Posted on 3-Nov-2017 07:00 News, Broadband
More than 20 different internet providers made up the finalists across the various categories ranging from prominent and well-known brands through to smaller regional and specialist internet providers. Other winners on the night included Stuff Fibre, MyRepublic and NOW.
Vector wins new Australian Smart Metering contract
Posted on 1-Nov-2017 14:58 News, SaaS
Vector has executed a contract to provide metering services to EnergyAustralia with an initial three-year deployment period that will commence before the end of 2017.
Vector invests in Internet of Energy platform
Posted on 1-Nov-2017 14:00 News, News
Vector Limited has made an investment in mPrest, a global provider of mission-critical 'Internet of Energy' software. Vector will also be a reselling partner in the Oceania region.
Garmin introduces its first dive computer Descent Mk1
Posted on 1-Nov-2017 13:52 News, SaaS
The Descent Mk1 allows divers to plan their underwater adventure right on the watch and use GPS waypoints to automatically mark dive entry and exit points.
Symantec Introduces Endpoint Security for the Cloud Generation
Posted on 29-Oct-2017 16:06 News, Security
Symantec has announced an advanced and fully-featured endpoint solution, bringing together deception technology, Mobile Threat Defense, Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR), Hardening and intensive protection through advanced machine learning.
Trend Micro Home Network Security review
Posted on 29-Oct-2017 11:52 Reviews, Security, by M Freitas
Malware, spyware, botnets, ransomware... These are all terms you come acrosss when reading about technology security. While you can more or less easily protect your laptops and smartphones against these nasties, the advent of connected devices - security cameras, connected thermostats and smoke alarms, smart TVs and other smart gadgets - brings new vulnerabilities which we may not always be aware of, increasing the risk of something bad happening in your network.
Ring Floodlight Cam review
Posted on 15-Oct-2017 15:22 Reviews, Internet of Things, by M Freitas
Ring, the company that makes smart doorbells expanded its offering in New Zealand with the introduction of their latest Floodlight Cam. As the name implies the Floodlight Cam packages the common floodlight features with smart detection and recording capabilities, making it your first line of defence in a home security setup.
Grandstream GWN7000 review
Posted on 14-Oct-2017 17:41 Reviews, Broadband, by Michael Murphy
Thanks to Go Wireless I've had a chance to play around with some Grandstream networking products.
AmpliFi HD review
Posted on 14-Oct-2017 17:27 Reviews, Wi-Fi, by @l43a2
From opening the box to setting up the main router AmpliFi was designed with ease of use in mind for general consumers.
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.
