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About Jacques-Pierre (JP)

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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.

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Evolta

Robot prepares to make 1,000 metre vertical climb in Norway

Wed, 5th Jul 2017
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challenge
Panasonic's robot powered by dry cell batteries will attempt to climb a 1,000m vertical rope at Lysefjord, Norway on July 7.
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Tesla model three expected to start production on Friday

Tue, 4th Jul 2017
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cartech
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tesla
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evs
Tesla's eagerly awaited Model 3 enters production this Friday, with first deliveries set for a grand handover event on the 28th.
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Volvo discovers that kangaroos confuse their self-driving car

Tue, 4th Jul 2017
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cartech
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volvo
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self-driving cars
Volvo's self-driving cars hit a hopstacle; the Aussie kangaroo's leap confounds their animal detection system.
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Star Conflict: Engineer Evolved, could this update change the minds of a disgruntled player base?

Mon, 3rd Jul 2017
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gaming
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spacetech
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digital entertainment
With a fair bit of controversy surrounding the 'free-to-play' payment model, could this update change the minds of a disheartened playerbase?.
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Smart homes: The house that knows what you need better than you do

Mon, 3rd Jul 2017
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smart home
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future electronics
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futuresource
This study surveyed over 4,000 consumers who make use of smart home devices, here are the astounding results...
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Live out your craziest car fantasies in Crossout

Fri, 30th Jun 2017
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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steam
The post-apocalyptic world of Crossout is harsh and unforgiving, with an atmosphere reminiscent of Mad Max and Blood Drive.
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Ford announces new AI and robotics research team

Fri, 30th Jun 2017
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robots
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cartech
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ai
Ford revs up innovation with a dedicated AI and robotics research arm to steer the future of mobility and autonomous vehicles.
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Mobile World Congress 2017: A new smartwatch and mind-boggling fingerprint scanning tech

Fri, 30th Jun 2017
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wearables
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digital signage
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biometrics
Qualcomm's new fingerprint tech at MWC 2017 set to revolutionise phone security, along with their innovative 4G kid's smartwatch.
Coversc

Exclusive: Three sports cars that embrace an electric future

Thu, 29th Jun 2017
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cartech
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bmw
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porsche
Meet the electric titans redefining speed: Porsche 918 Spyder, BMW i8 and Acura NSX, leading the charge in sports car innovation.
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Facebook announces the formation of a global internet forum to counter terrorism

Thu, 29th Jun 2017
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microsoft
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youtube
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facebook
Facebook, Microsoft, Twitter and YouTube form global internet forum to combat terrorism and stop its spread on their platforms.
Doggokitter

The app-controlled pet door that ensures you know exactly what your fur-babies are doing

Thu, 29th Jun 2017
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smart home
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apps
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sureflap
SureFlap launches first-ever app-controlled pet door, allowing owners to control and monitor their pets' comings and goings.
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P.A.M.E.L.A. receives update: Is it just another early access survival game?

Wed, 28th Jun 2017
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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steam
It is important for P.A.M.E.L.A. to highlight the features that set it apart, or it may face being buried under the slew of competitors.
Fallback

Snap maps or Snap stalk? New Zealand police raise concern over the app's new feature

Tue, 27th Jun 2017
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apps
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snap
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maps
In an update last week Snapchat introduced a map feature that allows users track other people's locations in real time.
Rba

Three advanced robots making sci-fi technology a reality

Mon, 26th Jun 2017
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robots
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boston dynamics
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mech
Defying expectations, three robots are heralding a new age in sci-fi tech, performing feats once deemed decades away.
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Sony urged not to trivialise Hindu deities in the latest installment of renowned Uncharted series

Mon, 26th Jun 2017
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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sony
Hindu leaders urge Sony to respect and accurately portray Hindu deities, temples, and traditions in the upcoming Uncharted: The Lost Legacy video game.
Ai

Three AI projects that come close to making HAL 9000 a reality

Fri, 23rd Jun 2017
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ai
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windows
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samsung
Echoes of HAL 9000: Explore three AIs transforming daily life with brainy to virtual assistance, without the sci-fi rebellion.
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Three epic electric motorbikes you'll see cruising down your street soon

Wed, 21st Jun 2017
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cartech
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evs
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sports bikes
From the high-speed Lightning LS-218 to the powerful Brutus V9 and the sleek Energica EGO, these electric motorbikes are set to redefine cool on the streets.
Insta

Instagram update; replay and share your live stream

Wed, 21st Jun 2017
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instagram
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live stream
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user interface
Instagram's latest tweak lets users share and replay live streams, boosting content reach and engagement on the platform.
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Logitech G Powerplay system ensures your mouse never loses charge

Wed, 21st Jun 2017
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cybersecurity
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logitech
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powerplay
Revolutionising gameplay, Logitech's Powerplay pad offers endless charge, ensuring wireless mice are battle-ready without pause.
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Top 4 worlds coming to life in breathtaking VR

Tue, 20th Jun 2017
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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ar, vr & metaverse
Emerging VR gaming realms enthrall as Bethesda and Ubisoft unveil epic new worlds at E3 2017, signalling a revolution in immersive play.