Stories by Patrick

Hands-on review: Acronis True Image - balancing act of usability & power
Wed, 14th Dec 2016
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gaming
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dr
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reviews
Acronis True Image is ideal for non-techies, but still more than powerful and flexible enough for power users wanting greater flexibility.

Symantec’s cyber security predictions for 2017
Wed, 7th Dec 2016
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cybersecurity
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symantec
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analyst report
security experts Symantec have compiled a list of 10 security threat predictions for 2017 as cybercriminals change tactics. Here's what can we expect.

Huawei announces graphene battery breakthrough
Wed, 7th Dec 2016
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huawei
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telcos
At the 57th Battery Symposium in Japan, telco giant Huawei unveiled a long-lifespan graphene-assisted Li-ion battery.

The latest Phablet from Huawei - Meet Mate 9
Mon, 5th Dec 2016
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smartphones
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huawei
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huawei mate
Like a decent chef’s knife, the Mate 9 is well balanced and sits comfortably in the hand thanks to clever design tweaks.

67,000 Kiwis hunting free mobile data
Thu, 1st Dec 2016
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smartphones
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data analytics
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martech
This time those people wandering around with phones are not trying to catch cutesy fictional characters. They're after free 2degrees mobile data.

Grumpy tech guy: Google marketing
Mon, 28th Nov 2016
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google
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digital marketing
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chromecast
Okay, so I get that NZ is a pimple at the arse end of the world and that we're never going to be a priority for Google.

The force gets IFTTT integration and it's very cool indeed
Fri, 25th Nov 2016
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personal computing devices
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apps
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pc hardware
he cat is out of the bag – it turns out that the Forceband now has an IFTTT app that’ll let it work with and IFTTT connected devices and apps.

Hands-on review: The Dyson V8 absolute - it really 'sucks'
Thu, 24th Nov 2016
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
Innovation may cost, but with the V8 it is an all too rare case of you getting more than what you’ve paid for.

Travel tips: The gadgets that I take on my overseas jaunts
Mon, 21st Nov 2016
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smartphones
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digital entertainment
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microsoft
Navigating modern air travel's dual ease and hassle, these versatile gadgets can lighten your load and elevate your overseas adventures.

Apple admits that touch disease is real
Mon, 21st Nov 2016
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personal computing devices
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apple
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technology gifts
Given Apples iPhone sales have been slow to flat for 3 straight quarters, the timing of this situation is bad news.

Hands-on review: Strike Universal Phone Cradle
Tue, 15th Nov 2016
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
Strike's Universal Phone Cradle review: An ingeniously simple solution keeping drivers safe and legal on the road with a handy, sturdy mount.

Huawei has now shipped nine million P9 smartphones. What else could be next?
Mon, 14th Nov 2016
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smartphones
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digital signage
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displays & projectors
They’ve come such a long way in a short amount of time. They mightn’t have the same brand recognition as Apple or Samsung, but they've been busy.

17 different types: Is this Apple's dongle bongle?
Wed, 9th Nov 2016
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personal computing devices
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apple
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peripherals
Apple fans are going online to vent their anger at the dongle bongle. They may have good reasons too. Apple now sells a staggering 17 different types.

Hands-on review: APC M5 Mobile Power Pack - keep gadgets chugging
Wed, 9th Nov 2016
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gaming
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datacentre infrastructure
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reviews
APC’s M5 does one job and it does it brilliantly. If you want to spend time away from a wall socket, the M5 is definitely worth a look.

Vodafone Lights a fire under NZ’s prepay market with My Flex Prepaid
Tue, 8th Nov 2016
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smartphones
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prepay
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vodafone
Vodafone NZ launches My Flex Prepaid plans, allowing customers to customize voice, data, and text allocations.

There's great news for Android, but not so good for Apple
Mon, 7th Nov 2016
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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google
The relentless march of Android continues, and it isn't good news for Apple. There is no Steve Jobs to ride in and turn things around this time.

Hands-on review: Philips Sonicare DiamondClean electric toothbrush
Mon, 7th Nov 2016
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
I went teeth-on to try out the Philips Sonicare DiamondClean electric toothbrush. After using it, it felt like a full clean from the dentist.

Hands-on review: Dino the Cognisaurus - this is the reptile you’re looking for
Fri, 4th Nov 2016
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
Dino the Cognisaurus utilises IBM Watson AI to create an interactive, engaging toy experience for kids, balancing fun and education for GBP £199.

Rumours fly as Huawei about to launch new flagship hardware
Thu, 3rd Nov 2016
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digital signage
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displays & projectors
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huawei
Huawei fans are in for a treat as rumours suggest the Mate 9 and Mate 9 Pro with advanced specs will be unveiled tonight in Munich amidst growing anticipation.

Hands on: D-Link DCS2630L 180 degree HD Wi-Fi camera
Fri, 28th Oct 2016
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d-link
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qr code
D-Link's DCS2630L Wi-Fi camera impresses with 180-degree HD view, catering to blind spots in home surveillance.