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A victory for privacy and Apple?
Cybersecurity

A victory for privacy and Apple?

Amidst the debate and panic around FBI demands that Apple help unlock the iPhone of the San Bernadino shooter, Apple just won a small victory.

By Patrick Pilcher • 2 min read • Wed, 2nd Mar 2016
Hands-on Review: ASUS Transformer Book
Gaming

Hands-on Review: ASUS Transformer Book

Asus's Transformer Book: an 11 convertible with robust battery life and versatile hinge, good for travellers on a budget.

By Patrick Pilcher • 3 min read • Mon, 22nd Feb 2016
Apple vs the Feds: The facts
Cybersecurity

Apple vs the Feds: The facts

The Internet was recently ablaze as a Californian Judge ordered that Apple help the FBI unlock a suspected criminals iPhone.

By Patrick Pilcher • 6 min read • Mon, 22nd Feb 2016
Wellington IoT network goes live
Internet of Things

Wellington IoT network goes live

Wellington is first cab off the ranks to go live with a new wireless network aimed at connecting up the Internet of Things.

By Patrick Pilcher • 2 min read • Thu, 4th Feb 2016
Hands-on Review: BenQ Trevolo Bluetooth speaker
Gaming

Hands-on Review: BenQ Trevolo Bluetooth speaker

Where other makers have opted for simplistic designs, BenQ pushed the boat out when it came to the Trevolo Bluetooth speaker.

By Patrick Pilcher • 3 min read • Fri, 15th Jan 2016
Hands-on Review: Nexus 6P smartphone
Gaming

Hands-on Review: Nexus 6P smartphone

The biggest event on the Android-land calendar happens when Google launches their Nexus smartphones. Meet the new Nexus 6P.

By Patrick Pilcher • 5 min read • Tue, 12th Jan 2016
Eyes on review: Star Wars - The Force Awakens
Gaming

Eyes on review: Star Wars - The Force Awakens

It's hard to believe that it's been a whopping 38 years since the first Star Wars film screened. The latest one has created a huge amount of hype.

By Patrick Pilcher • 5 min read • Mon, 11th Jan 2016
Hands-on Review: Dog & Bone LockSmart Padlock
Gaming

Hands-on Review: Dog & Bone LockSmart Padlock

Innovation unlocked: Dog and Bone's LockSmart ditches keys for Bluetooth technology in a robust, app-controlled padlock.

By Patrick Pilcher • 2 min read • Mon, 11th Jan 2016
Hands-on Review: HP Spectre X2
Gaming

Hands-on Review: HP Spectre X2

HP has taken the Surface's already good design and refined it. The result of this is a great gadget that is a design hit with some minor misses.

By Patrick Pilcher • 4 min read • Thu, 17th Dec 2015
Hands-on Review: Belkin QODE Ultimate Pro iPad Keyboard
Gaming

Hands-on Review: Belkin QODE Ultimate Pro iPad Keyboard

Banish touchscreen typing terrors with the Belkin QODE Ultimate Pro, elevating iPad use to tactile typing triumph.

By Patrick Pilcher • 4 min read • Fri, 27th Nov 2015
Hands-on Review: LaCie Mirror external hard drive
Gaming

Hands-on Review: LaCie Mirror external hard drive

LaCie's Mirror hard drive combines 1TB storage with stunning mirrored glass design. Priced at USD $500-580, it's a high-end piece for style-conscious users.

By Patrick Pilcher • 4 min read • Fri, 27th Nov 2015
Report predicts dire impacts from AI
Robotics

Report predicts dire impacts from AI

New reports sound the alarm: Up to 35% of UK, 47% of US jobs at risk as AI advances could widen wealth gaps, leaving many struggling.

By Patrick Pilcher • 3 min read • Wed, 25th Nov 2015
Hands-on Review: Huawei Watch
Gaming

Hands-on Review: Huawei Watch

There's a lot to like about the Huawei Watch. It's one of the best Android wear devices available at the moment.

By Patrick Pilcher • 4 min read • Wed, 18th Nov 2015
Hands-on Review: Linksys AC2600 Max-Stream MU-Mimo
Gaming

Hands-on Review: Linksys AC2600 Max-Stream MU-Mimo

Linksys AC2600 Max-Stream MU-Mimo: a boon for Wi-Fi-laden homes, nixing dead zones and boosting network speed.

By Patrick Pilcher • 7 min read • Fri, 13th Nov 2015

Stories from Other Regions

Written by Patrick

Hands-on Review: Mongoose PT800 GPS dog tracking collars
Gaming

Hands-on Review: Mongoose PT800 GPS dog tracking collars

That feeling when you realise that your dog has vanished is something all dog owners dread. Fortunately, Mongoose has the solution.

By Patrick Pilcher • 5 min read • Thu, 17th Dec 2015
Samsung S7 rumours bubble over
Supply Chain

Samsung S7 rumours bubble over

You'd be forgiven for thinking Apple rumours were the only game in town. Recently they've been bubbling over around Samsung's flagship phone.

By Patrick Pilcher • 6 min read • Mon, 14th Dec 2015
Philips launches new LED lights
DataCentre infrastructure

Philips launches new LED lights

Lighting may only account for around 8% of your electricity bill, but it can still play a part in reducing the amount of electricity you consume.

By Patrick Pilcher • 3 min read • Wed, 9th Dec 2015
NZTA strikes a blow to NZ's tech sector
Government

NZTA strikes a blow to NZ's tech sector

It has been revealed that Snapper, the kiwi developed contactless payment card used throughout the Wellington region, could end up being replaced.

By Patrick Pilcher • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Dec 2015