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Pokémon Go player makes Jesus joke in Russian Church, gets arrested

Tue, 2nd May 2017
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Russian blogger arrested for playing Pokémon Go in church faces possible 3.5 year prison sentence. Amnesty calls it attack on freedom of speech.
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Alienware 15 allows virtual reality on the go

Mon, 1st May 2017
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Alienware's new 15 R3 laptop is a heavy yet portable powerhouse, enabling VR gaming on the go with an Intel i7 and NVIDIA GTX 1060.
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Apple pauses world dominance to patent AR technology

Mon, 24th Apr 2017
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You could theoretically place and move objects in your home to see if they work to your liking, without having to even get off the couch.
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Nokia announces OZO Reality vision for VR

Fri, 21st Apr 2017
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Nokia heralds a new era in VR with the unveiling of OZO Reality, promising a seamless blend of the real and virtual.
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Announcements galore at Facebook's F8 event

Wed, 19th Apr 2017
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Facebook has finished the first day of their F8 2017 event where developers flock to explore the future of technology.
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Weather forecasts meet virtual reality with launch of AccuWeather app

Thu, 23rd Mar 2017
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Step into the storm with AccuWeather's new VR app, offering immersive 360-degree weather experiences in collaboration with Samsung.
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How to speak like a data center geek: Virtual reality

Fri, 17th Mar 2017
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Tech giants like Facebook are all in, with the company saying it could spend $3 billion in the next decade to improve virtual reality.
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Mobile World Congress 2017: Samsung unveils new tablets and VR with controller

Mon, 27th Feb 2017
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Samsung has introduced the Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 and the Galaxy Book at Mobile World Congress, which kicked off this week in Barcelona.
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The biggest tech & digital trends we're getting excited about this year

Mon, 20th Feb 2017
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We're at a huge moment in time for the digital and technology world. With new ideas testing the boundaries, we're entering an exciting new phase.
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Vodafone's two cents on what lies ahead for tech

Wed, 1st Feb 2017
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Vodafone forecasts a tech revolution with cyber security, AR, and diversity at the helm as it champions a more inclusive future.
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2017 forecast: IoT devices to continue their steady surge in AU

Wed, 18th Jan 2017
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While the growth of IoT devices is predicted to continue its dramatic growth in AU in 2017, there are still concerns around its security.
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Customer - and new wave of technologies - to drive change in 2017

Tue, 15th Nov 2016
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2017 signals 'the beginning of a new technology revolution that will reshape how businesses operate and interact with customers' Forrester says.
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Organisations in Singapore wary of adopting AR

Mon, 14th Nov 2016
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Singapore firms hesitate on AR tech, citing security and skill gaps, despite recognising its potential in the workplace, an ISACA study reveals.
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Qantas takes customers on VR journey with new app

Mon, 14th Nov 2016
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Qantas launches new VR app allowing users to explore destinations before travelling; book flights directly from the app.
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Augmented reality: What are the cyber security dangers?

Wed, 26th Oct 2016
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The use of augmented reality apps in businesses could lead to security breaches if not properly prepared, warns Ixia.
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Outlook.com updates website for 'bolder and smarter' email experience

Tue, 25th Oct 2016
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Outlook.com revamps its email service, merging sleek Windows 10 aesthetics with enhanced functionality for a clutter-free experience.
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2017 and beyond: What it looks like for IT

Fri, 21st Oct 2016
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Gartner's latest report unveils groundbreaking IT trends for 2017 and beyond, reshaping industries with digital innovation.
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And the top 10 strategic tech trends for 2017 are?

Wed, 19th Oct 2016
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​Gartner recently highlighted the top technology trends that will be strategic for most organisations in 2017 - are you prepared?.
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Who is Leap Motion and why should you care?

Tue, 4th Oct 2016
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Leap Motion empowers virtual reality with intuitive hand-tracking tech, redefining interaction in the burgeoning VR landscape.
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Intel targets all-in-one headset and Microsoft partnership to bring VR into the mainstream

Thu, 25th Aug 2016
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Intel has made its move into the virtual reality market, launching an untethered all-in-one handset and announcing a partnership with Microsoft.