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Kiwi Stories

Safety stories

New Zealanders are exposing themselves to cybercrime, study shows

According to Avast, many New Zealanders are exposing themselves to unnecessary online risks and cyber threats through careless digital practices.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Mon, 30th Aug 2021

Robotics

Invert Robotics recognised for its life-saving robots

Invert Robotics, a New Zealand firm, has been recognised for its life-saving robot 'Alfie', which enhances safety in chemical, industrial, and energy sectors.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Wed, 27th Jun 2018

Cartech

Volvo recognised for safety expertise in autonomous vehicles

Volvo safety experts recognised for their contribution to improving safety and reducing fatalities, including work on autonomous cars.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Mon, 12th Jun 2017

eLearning

Interactive videos help foster healthy relationships

Palmerston North's Awatapu College pioneers interactive programme to teach students about healthy relationships and consent.

By Rebecca Wood • 2 min read • Wed, 5th Apr 2017

Power / Energy

Samsung Galaxy Note 7 replacement stock hits NZ

Samsung says Note 7 customers who returned their devices should get in touch to arrange a pick up for their new Note 7.

By Patrick Pilcher • 2 min read • Fri, 23rd Sep 2016

Apps

Human Rights Commission champions domestic violence prevention app

New app helps women identify abuse in relationships and find help, supported by New Zealand's Human Rights Commission.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Fri, 22nd Jul 2016

Data Privacy

New app sends last known locations

The app sends out notifications of last known locations once a battery goes flat, with the developers choosing tech friendly NZ to make their debut.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 31st May 2016

Drones

Drone users reminded to keep off Santa's naughty list

Drone users are being urged to 'fly responsibility' heading into the Christmas period, following a fourfold increase in drone-related incidents.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 18th Dec 2015

All Blacks

Kiwi start-ups get springboard to success

Kiwi start-up CSx has taken out the inaugural Samsung Springboard competition with I Measure U, Auror and MediKOL also taking home big prizes.

By Heather Wright • 3 min read • Fri, 6th Nov 2015

Global Stories

Safety stories

Motorola

How retailers can keep staff and customers safe with Motorola solutions

With Motorola's range, retailers will have peace of mind that their store environment is always safe and providing the best shopping experience possible.

By Sara Barker • 4 min read • Mon, 25th Oct 2021

Motorola

Technology underpins public safety in post-pandemic world - Motorola report

Study shows 88% of people want public safety transformed through advanced technologies, including cloud, cybersecurity, data analytics and video cameras.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 4th Oct 2021

Unified Communications

Poly ANZ explores hybrid working and how to provide equality of experience

Many businesses are on a journey to understanding how they can best provide and manage a hybrid workplace for their employees.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 22nd Jun 2021

Hybrid & Remote Work

StaySafe, what3words launch app for locating remote workers in emergencies

Workplace safety firm StaySafe has partnered with what3words to help locate workers and send immediate help in emergency situations.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 11th May 2021

Hybrid & Remote Work

Managing health, safety, and security with visitor management systems

Workers are keen to continue flexible working post-pandemic, but it poses challenges for workforce management. Digital visitor management systems can help.

By Stephen Darracott • 3 min read • Thu, 25th Mar 2021

Internet of Things

Epson sets sights on growing sensor market

Epson to sell new sensing technologies for motion analysis and data collection in everyday life, expanding into new markets. #technology #sensors.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 5th Oct 2020

Unified Communications

RealWear expands ANZ reach with VExpress

RealWear provides a purpose-built hands-free wearable device that can be used in extremely noisy industrial environments.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 26th Aug 2020

Radio

Motorola APX NEXT brings tech innovation to public safety

Motorola Solutions launches APX NEXT, an advanced public safety radio with LTE and voice control via the ViQi virtual assistant, enhancing field communications.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Wed, 13th Nov 2019