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Chip stories - Page 23

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New WiFi standard faces growing challenges
Tue, 27th Oct 2015
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iot
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wireless networks
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wifi
A new WiFi standard is facing a difficult path to adoption in the already crowded Internet of Things (IoT) connectivity space.
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Hands-on review: ASUS MAXIMUS VIII HERO
Tue, 20th Oct 2015
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gaming
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digital entertainment
For Gamers and Overclockers, it’s not about the pretty lights, it’s all about the ability to scale and produce outstanding performance on demand.
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Hands-on review: Sony M4 Aqua
Fri, 4th Sep 2015
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gaming
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smartphones
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reviews
Aimed at smartphone fans who like the look of Sony’s Xperia Z series hardware, but want to avoid selling a kidney to buy an Xperia flagship device.
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Hands-on review Samsung S6 Edge+: Yes size DOES matter
Thu, 27th Aug 2015
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smartphones
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gaming
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digital signage
Since then, Samsung has launched the S6 Edge+, a super-size version of their successful S6 Edge smartphone. There’s hardly any plastic anywhere.
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Kiwis in the running for global startup awards
Fri, 14th Aug 2015
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investing
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funding
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talent unleashed
The chance to spend time with Richard Branson is on offer in this year's Talent Unleashed Awards, with an entrepreneur school and funding on the way.
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Hands-on review: The Huawei P8
Mon, 10th Aug 2015
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gaming
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smartphones
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reviews
With their latest smartphone, the P8, Huawei are changing their spots, offering flagship level specs at a mid-range price.
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Qualcomm acquires Ikanos, sets sights on wireless carrier market
Fri, 7th Aug 2015
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qualcomm
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m&a
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chip
Qualcomm Atheros has acquired Ikanos Communications for an estimated $47 million, expanding their footprint in the carrier fixed line segment.
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Will the next Apple Watch be iPhone-free?
Tue, 23rd Jun 2015
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wireless networks
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
The rumoured Apple Watch 2, likely to be introduced in 2016, will apparently have a new wireless system for greater iPhone independence.
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'Power over Wi-Fi': Scientists revolutionise the recharging game
Fri, 12th Jun 2015
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iot
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wireless networks
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cloud services
A team of researchers are developing a ‘power over Wi-Fi’ system that has the ability to recharge batteries from up to 28 feet (8.5 metres) away.
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Smart wireless devices that are shaking up the market
Wed, 10th Jun 2015
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wireless devices
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fitness tracker
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juniper research
Various key technology developments are impacting the smart wireless devices sector. Juniper Research has revealed top five stand-out devices.
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Hands-on review: Samsung Galaxy S6
Thu, 9th Apr 2015
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gaming
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digital signage
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smartphones
The S6 feels iPhone 6-like. I’m hoping that lawsuits don’t start flying. They’re a distraction from the innovation that the market needs.
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Hands-on review: Samsung A5
Tue, 7th Apr 2015
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gaming
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digital signage
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reviews
The folks at Samsung knew they needed to lift their game to maintain their position in the market. The first sign of this was the Galaxy Alpha.
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Hands-on review: LG G Watch R
Thu, 29th Jan 2015
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gaming
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digital signage
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smartphones
Critics labelled LG’s first Android Wear smart-watch as being too generic. That’s all changed this time round.
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Are holographic co-workers and embedded chips the way of the future?
Fri, 23rd Jan 2015
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data analytics
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fintech
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martech
NZ's MYOB projects a future with holographic teams and chip implants; urges businesses to adapt now for a data-driven 2040.
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Apple shouts out to developers with new records in 2015
Fri, 9th Jan 2015
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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apple
Apple kicks off 2015 with record App Store sales, earning developers over $25 billion to date and marking a historic New Year's Day.
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Chromebooks go big
Mon, 5th Jan 2015
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personal computing devices
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acer
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chromebooks
Recent success in the ultra-affordable Chromebook market now sees Acer enlarging its 11 and 13 inch display models to a somewhat regular size of 15 inches.
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New software being developed to help reunite owners with lost pets
Fri, 19th Dec 2014
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spca
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nzcar
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chip
The New Zealand Companion Animal Council is funding the development of new software to help Pets on the Net reunite owners with their lost pets.
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Hands-on review: Fitbit Charge
Thu, 18th Dec 2014
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
Our hands-on review finds the Fitbit Charge lifts spirits but isn't flawless—style meets questionable step accuracy in this techy talisman.
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Hands-on review: Sony Xperia Z3
Tue, 2nd Dec 2014
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gaming
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smartphones
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reviews
Sony Xperia Z3 review: A sleek design, enhanced camera, and a battery that won't quit mark Sony's latest as a potent contender in the smartphone arena.
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Light beams to replace electronic signals for supercomputers
Tue, 18th Nov 2014
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laser
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intel
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chip
Intel Labs has created the first silicon based optical data connection prototype with integrated lasers, known as the 50Gbps Silicon Photonics Link.