New Zealand (NZ) stories - Page 34
The IoT devices we all want for Xmas
Fri, 8th Dec 2017
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Tech-savvy Kiwis are eyeing IoT devices, such as the Littlebits Droid Inventor Kit, for Christmas, driven by rapid advances and new network expansions.
Spark turns on 4.5G in central Taupo
Wed, 6th Dec 2017
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Spark announced that Taupo has become the 30th site capable of achieving the fastest mobile data speeds in the country...
10,000 Christchurch homes get fibre
Wed, 6th Dec 2017
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Enable leaps ahead in its fibre broadband rollout, reaching 10,000 more Christchurch homes. Many could be connected by Christmas, says CEO Steve Fuller.
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.
Stuff Fibre steps up their offering with a new streaming service
Tue, 5th Dec 2017
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Stuff Fibre just announced their entrance into the movies-on-demand market with the launch of a new product, Stuff Pix...
Wellington City is getting street lamps of the future
Mon, 4th Dec 2017
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smart cities
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Telensa to deploy its PLANet intelligent street lighting system for Wellington City Council, with completion expected by June 2018.
Chatbots and AI are the future of your job
Mon, 6th Nov 2017
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AI and chatbots to revolutionise the workplace, with Hays predicting a surge in digital assistance across jobs.
Full stream ahead: Vodafone announces new broadband plans
Tue, 24th Oct 2017
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Vodafone launches new broadband plans with tailored options for Kiwi households, offering unlimited data, Wi-Fi packages, and constant connectivity.
Student-built electric vehicles battle it out in Auckland
Wed, 11th Oct 2017
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Teams of high school students are given a 300-watt electric motor kit and batteries to build their vehicles...
Kiwis get ready to Wi-Fly: Air New Zealand trials in-flight Wi-Fi
Mon, 9th Oct 2017
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Air New Zealand begins the trial of its in-flight Wi-Fi service on one of its long-haul Boeing 777-300 aircraft.
The drone film festival is coming to a city near you
Wed, 4th Oct 2017
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The Drone Film Festival Australia and New Zealand is set to take flight, showcasing nearly 40 short films shot by drones.
Surprise! Pokemon GO is alive and well
Mon, 2nd Oct 2017
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gaming
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ar, vr & metaverse
Defying expectations, Pokémon GO thrives with raids, new features, and a loyal fanbase ready for battle, come rain or shine.
Ultrafast Fibre named the fastest growing tech company in NZ
Mon, 2nd Oct 2017
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Hamilton-based Ultrafast Fibre has been named the fastest growing tech company in the Central North Island for the third year running.
New electric car-sharing service charging into Auckland
Mon, 18th Sep 2017
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Mercury and Cityhop bring together electric vehicles and car sharing to tackle Auckland's transport challenges.
The EV revolution is coming faster than Kiwis think
Tue, 12th Sep 2017
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power / energy
New Zealand is on the verge of an exciting period for electric vehicles, according to experts at the evworld NZ showcase.
No Jedi is complete without a trusty droid: Sphero unveils Star Wars robots
Fri, 1st Sep 2017
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Sphero's latest Star Wars robots, including R2-D2 and the ominous BB-9E, hit the market, thrilling fans galaxy-wide.
Million dollar investment speeds up Hawke's Bay rural broadband
Thu, 31st Aug 2017
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Taylor Broadband and WASP Broadband are merging to create one of New Zealand's largest rural internet providers. #broadband #technology.
Ultra-fast broadband is coming your way as government invests another $270 million
Wed, 30th Aug 2017
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The government allocates NZD $270 million to extend Ultra-Fast Broadband to 190 more towns and improve rural internet access for 74,000 homes and businesses.
The cutest robot in the world will finally arrive in ANZ this year
Wed, 23rd Aug 2017
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Anki, the Silicon Valley-based robotics and artificial intelligence company, announced it is bringing the future of consumer robotics to ANZ...
Hands-on Review: Sony's latest OLED TV delivers an unparalleled viewing experience
Thu, 17th Aug 2017
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digital entertainment
Sony's new Bravia OLED TV astonishes with futuristic features, marrying pinnacle image quality with crystal-clear, innovative sound tech.