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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 55

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Relive your cherished memories in VR
Mon, 30th Oct 2017
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digital entertainment
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ar, vr & metaverse
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3d
CyberLink launches Power Media Player MR app for Windows Mixed Reality headsets, enabling users to access VR, conventional media content and YouTube.
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Aussie AR smartglasses trialled in theatres
Thu, 26th Oct 2017
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digital signage
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displays & projectors
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printing
Deaf and hearing-impaired theatregoers at London's National Theatre can now use Epson Moverio BT-300 AR smartglasses to read subtitles during performances.
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Why Kiwis love plug-in hybrid vehicles
Thu, 26th Oct 2017
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cartech
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cleantech
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sustainability
New Zealanders are gravitating towards plug-in hybrids, driven by their versatility for long trips and towing needs, reports a 'Flip the Fleet' survey.
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Kiwis are making big bucks with VR, $320 million to be precise
Thu, 26th Oct 2017
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ar, vr & metaverse
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nzvrara
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ar
New Zealand's VR and AR industry could be worth over $320m in two years, according to a report commissioned by the NZVRARA.
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Electrification is coming for long haul trucks
Thu, 26th Oct 2017
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cartech
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fleet management
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evs
Hyliion has unveiled the 6X4HE System for long-haul trucks, promising up to 30% fuel savings, lower emissions, and better driver experience.
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This device will turn your car into a giant boombox
Thu, 26th Oct 2017
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cartech
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digital entertainment
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digital music
Continental aims to revolutionize car audio by replacing speakers with actuators that vibrate surfaces, delivering excellent acoustics and reducing weight.
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HKBN wants to transform all homes into smart homes
Wed, 25th Oct 2017
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uc
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iot
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smart home
Hong Kong's largest broadband provider, HKBN Group, is launching a complete smart home solution, including devices and a support portal.
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No thanks Alexa: Aussies reluctant to embrace AI home assistants
Wed, 25th Oct 2017
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ai
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google
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alexa
Despite their love for online shopping, Aussies are hesitant towards AI home assistants like Google Home and Amazon's Alexa, research reveals.
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Forget Labour, AI is taking over New Zealand
Wed, 25th Oct 2017
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ai
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new zealand ai forum
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ai new zealand
New Zealand urged to embrace AI at a faster rate due to its potential to transform economy, society and improve health outcomes.
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Kiwi AI could help end world hunger
Wed, 25th Oct 2017
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ai
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new zealand ai forum
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iot alliance
Tech advances in AI and IoT are key to helping New Zealand address growing food shortage, says NZ IoT Alliance director.
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Armageddon 2017 roundup: The best and worst moments from the show
Tue, 24th Oct 2017
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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firefly studios
Auckland Armageddon 2017 dazzled with star-studded guests like Nathan Fillion and Jessica Nigri, but rainy weather and sparse stalls clouded the excitement.
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Full stream ahead: Vodafone announces new broadband plans
Tue, 24th Oct 2017
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uc
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telco
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broadband
Vodafone launches new broadband plans with tailored options for Kiwi households, offering unlimited data, Wi-Fi packages, and constant connectivity.
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Apple Pay has arrived for BNZ customers
Tue, 24th Oct 2017
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smartphones
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martech
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commerce systems
BNZ customers can now use Apple Pay for secure, private, and fast mobile payments both in-store and online, as BNZ rolls out this highly requested feature.
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The VR game that promises to make you smarter
Tue, 24th Oct 2017
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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ar, vr & metaverse
Croteam and Devolver Digital launch The Talos Principle VR on Steam, offering a brain-boosting puzzle experience compatible with HTC Vive and Oculus Rift.
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Freeview takes on Sky in an all-out brawl for Kiwi viewers
Tue, 24th Oct 2017
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sky
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freeview
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retailers
Freeview is set to launch a high-end recorder and a new On Demand platform combining Live TV and On Demand services.
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Microsoft unveils their latest mixed reality headsets
Mon, 23rd Oct 2017
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ar, vr & metaverse
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microsoft
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surface book
Microsoft has unveiled new mixed reality headsets and the Surface Book 2, alongside the Windows 10 Fall Creators Update aiming to revolutionise creativity.
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Wellington International Airport gets its own VR experience
Mon, 23rd Oct 2017
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ar, vr & metaverse
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airport
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ar
The experience takes the user on an interactive journey in a first class seat on board a Singapore Airlines Boeing 777...
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Fujitsu's first end-to-end service for network security
Fri, 20th Oct 2017
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fujitsu
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enterprise security
Fujitsu has launched a new assessment consulting service in Japan to help customers meet US NIST SP800-171 security standards, offering end-to-end support.
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Linbit and eCloudtech strike an intercontinental deal
Fri, 20th Oct 2017
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hyperscale
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dc
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dlp
Linbit partners with eCloudtech to deliver their suite of products to the Chinese market, aiming to become the standard in Linux for critical workloads.
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Hitachi automates optimized production schedules
Thu, 19th Oct 2017
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storage
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iot
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3d
Hitachi launches factory simulator & assembly navigation system to generate optimized production schedules & 3D work instructions using IoT.