Global Stories

Gartner: solid growth for top 5 global smartphone vendors

Global smartphone sales grew by 3% in Q3 2017, with top vendors posting strong gains. Samsung led with 19.3% growth, while Xiaomi soared with an 80% rise.

By Patrick Martlew • 3 min read • Fri, 1st Dec 2017

Gaming

Hands-on Review: The Nest product range

Nest's camera range dazzles with near-flawless 1080p video and seamless push notifications, but the hefty USD $800 price tag might deter the budget-conscious.

By James Fraser • 3 min read • Tue, 28th Nov 2017

Firewalls

CASE STUDY: Aruba secures Italy's largest commercial data centre with Honeywell

Aruba, Italy's largest commercial data center, has chosen Honeywell to provide its integrated fire and security system.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Fri, 24th Nov 2017

Gaming

Hands-on Review: D-Link's DIR-882 EXO AC2600 MU-MIMO Wi-Fi Router

As home networks are put under pressure from multiple wi-fi connected devices D-Link's DIR-882 EXO AC2600 MU-MIMO Wi-Fi Router makes sure everyone in.

By Darren Price • 6 min read • Wed, 22nd Nov 2017

Cartech

Tesla unveils the truck of the future

Tesla has revealed its futuristic Semi truck, promising to revolutionise cargo transport with enhanced safety, efficiency, and cost savings.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Tue, 21st Nov 2017

Firewalls

The five key elements of closed-loop network security

As the threat landscape grows more complex, traditional security policies fall short. Discover the five key elements essential for closed-loop network security.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 1 min read • Wed, 15th Nov 2017

Cybersecurity

Hitachi's intelligent video analysis system optimizes security

This system analyzes facial images captured by security cameras to identify persons of interest in real time...

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Mon, 13th Nov 2017

Gaming

EA Games' iconic racer, Need for Speed, returns

EA's Need for Speed makes a dazzling comeback with a Vegas twist in 'Payback', featuring street races and a vendetta against a crime cartel.

By Darren Price • 5 min read • Fri, 10th Nov 2017

Gaming

Hands-on Review: Oppo R11, the perfect iPhone for Android lovers

Oppo R11 dazzles with features rivalling iPhone, making it a win for Android devotees seeking Apple's flair at mid-range cost.

By Greig Strafford • 3 min read • Thu, 9th Nov 2017

Internet of Things

Exclusive interview: A Fuji Xerox IoT expert on the ethics of ambient intelligence

Many of our research projects are never used in products or solutions, sometimes because the technology is just too early for the market.

By Julia Gabel • 6 min read • Tue, 7th Nov 2017

Unified Communications

Cisco unveils world's first AI-powered voice assistant for the workplace

Cisco has unveiled the world's first enterprise-ready voice assistant for meetings, powered entirely by artificial intelligence.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 3rd Nov 2017

Gaming

Razer's new phone promises games on the go

Razer unveils its new gaming smartphone featuring a 120 Hz UltraMotion display, Dolby ATMOS sound, Snapdragon 835 chip, and a massive 4,000 mAh battery.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Thu, 2nd Nov 2017

Gaming

Hands-on Review: Swann Wireless Pan and Tilt Security Camera

Swann's Wireless Pan and Tilt Security Camera offers easy setup, Full HD quality, and robust night vision at a competitive price of USD $100.

By James Fraser • 2 min read • Tue, 31st Oct 2017

Cartech

Intel proves that autonomous vehicles are safe

Intel's Mobileye CEO has offered the autonomous driving industry a mathematical formula to prove the safety of self-driving cars.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Mon, 30th Oct 2017

Distributed Denial of Service

the IoTroop botnet: Could it be the next 'cyber hurricane'?

The rapid evolution of 'IoTroop' is happening much faster than the Mirai botnet; and it is enslaving IoT devices at a faster rate too.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 25th Oct 2017

Cartech

How hackers can wreak havoc on connected vehicles & ITS

In today's connected world of smart devices and ever-increasing volumes of disruptive and destructive cyber attacks, ITS cybersecurity is mandatory.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 25th Oct 2017

AR, VR & Metaverse

Microsoft unveils their latest mixed reality headsets

Microsoft has unveiled new mixed reality headsets and the Surface Book 2, alongside the Windows 10 Fall Creators Update aiming to revolutionise creativity.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Mon, 23rd Oct 2017