About Jacques-Pierre (JP)
Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas
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With a background in media, JP is the definition of a tech nerd. After a stint as a journo, he's moved on to marketing but in his spare time, he still loves deep-diving into the best of tech, games, and films. You can chat to JP about anything from the latest console releases to supercomputer teraFLOPs and he'll be sure to have an opinion.
Stories by Jacques-Pierre (JP) - Page 29
Sony launches VR audio technology
Mon, 12th Mar 2018
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digital music
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vr
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sony
Sony unveiled Sonic Surf VR, a unique suite of spatial audio technology combined with new multi-channel speakers.
Haier to launch all-scenario smart home solution
Mon, 12th Mar 2018
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cybersecurity
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iot
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ai
The solution was designed to connect an entire household into one system.
Why your business could crumble without the right disaster recovery solution
Mon, 12th Mar 2018
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dr
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business continuity
It’s impossible to plan your recovery if you don’t know what disaster is you’re protecting against in the first place.
How electric trucks and buses could change NZ
Mon, 12th Mar 2018
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cartech
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nz
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auckland transport
Heavy vehicles are a huge part of the electric revolution, according to not-for-profit group Drive Electric.
AI biosecurity officer now on duty at Auckland Airport
Fri, 9th Mar 2018
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ai
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asb
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auckland airport
A digital biosecurity officer has started working at Auckland Airport with the goal of helping international visitors.
Auckland iwi uses AR to bring their stories to life
Fri, 9th Mar 2018
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vr
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nz
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auckland
This vision coincided with the emergence of Datacom’s augmented reality practice in Auckland.
BlackBerry aims to secure IoT devices
Thu, 8th Mar 2018
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smartphones
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licensing
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cybersecurity
BlackBerry announced that it has signed a technology and brand licensing deal for BlackBerry Secure.
Why urgent action is needed to protect privacy in cyberspace
Thu, 8th Mar 2018
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cybersecurity
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online security
Joseph Cannataci, who is exploring avenues for protecting cyberspace privacy, said it was both urgent and essential for countries to act together.
IDC NZ warns that the current fixed broadband market is unsustainable
Thu, 8th Mar 2018
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broadband
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nz
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idc
IDC New Zealand has released a market report discussing the current and future state of the New Zealand fixed broadband market.
Samsung announces 2018 home entertainment lineup
Thu, 8th Mar 2018
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digital music
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smart home
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digital entertainment
Samsung highlighted details about its flagship QLED TV models and its expanded lineup of UHD, premium UHD and ultra-large screen TVs.
Fonterra steps into the realm of VR with new training program
Wed, 7th Mar 2018
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vr
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fonterra
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beca
Fonterra and Beca have partnered to develop virtual reality health and safety training technology.
Samsung reveals their latest consumer AI projects
Wed, 7th Mar 2018
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gaming
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technology gifts
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ai
Samsung announced that it will showcase three new C-Lab projects based on artificial intelligence.
Haier is launching a new smart home integrated robot
Wed, 7th Mar 2018
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cybersecurity
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smart home
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technology gifts
Haier discussed its smart home-service robot strategy and officially announced its entrance into the service robot field.
Roland’s signature rhythm machine gets a major update
Wed, 7th Mar 2018
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digital music
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roland
The TR-8S combines the best of its Roland heritage with modern production techniques and professional sound design.
NZ Commerce Commission warns consumers to stay away from dodgy ticket site
Tue, 6th Mar 2018
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cybersecurity
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google
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commerce commission
The Commission is investigating Viagogo and to date has received 228 complaints about the website.
Spark refreshes Netflix offer for broadband customers
Tue, 6th Mar 2018
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digital entertainment
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nz
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netflix
Customers who have already signed up for 12 months of Spark's 'Netflix on us', can now access a further 6 months.
Panasonic’s home security system aims to automate safety
Tue, 6th Mar 2018
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cybersecurity
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panasonic
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home security
Panasonic offers a range of smart home security products that aim to automate every aspect of home security.
Three sizzling Apple music playlists for Kiwis to enjoy
Tue, 6th Mar 2018
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apple
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digital music
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technology gifts
Tired of listening to the same old songs? Here are three spicy Apple music playlists you should give a shot.
The new chip that enables AI processing for autonomous cars
Mon, 5th Mar 2018
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cartech
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self-driving cars
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renesas
Renesas Electronics announced its new R-Car V3H system-on-chip that delivers high computer vision performance and AI processing.
Four must-try music apps for Apple devices
Mon, 5th Mar 2018
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apple
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smartphones
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digital music
Strap-in audiophiles, there are a lot of musical treasures to be found in the app store.
Spotify launches a new multimedia format called Spotlight
Mon, 5th Mar 2018
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digital music
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apps
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spotify
Spotify launched its new multimedia format, Spotlight, which introduces visual layers to complement the listening experience for podcasts.
Auckland Pride Parade immortalised in virtual reality
Mon, 5th Mar 2018
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digital music
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vr
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auckland
The lights, colour and performances from this year’s parade have been captured in a time-lapse VR video.
The portable speaker war rages on as new competitor enters the ring
Mon, 5th Mar 2018
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digital music
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portable speaker
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harman
Harman announced that two of their best portable speakers are making their way to NZ.
Honeywell introduces indoor GPS
Mon, 5th Mar 2018
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cybersecurity
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iot
HBT create IoT products, software and technologies found in more than 150 million homes and 10 million buildings worldwide.