Global Stories

Intel releases a tiny VR-ready PC

Great for VR enthusiasts and workload-heavy content creators, it will be Intel's smallest premium VR-capable system on the market.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Tue, 20th Mar 2018

Encryption

Decrypted: Phantom Secure takedown a 'significant blow' against Australia's organised crime networks

Australian, US and Canadian law enforcement agencies collaborate to bust Canadian security firm providing encrypted communications to organised crime market.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 19th Mar 2018

Netgear

Netgear launches their first gaming router

Netgear launched their new XR500 gaming router at a special event in Sydney. FutureFive was there to check it out.

By Darren Price • 2 min read • Sat, 17th Mar 2018

Gaming

Hands-on Review: ASUS ROG STRIX XG35V curved gaming monitor

ASUS's ROG STRIX XG35V offers gamers a stunning ultra-wide display with a 100Hz refresh rate and AMD's FreeSync.

By Darren Price • 7 min read • Wed, 14th Mar 2018

Semiconductors

Intel finds cost savings in modular servers

An Intel employee's idea to make upgrading a server more like replacing a light bulb sees the birth of the disaggregated server.

By Kai Ping Lew • 3 min read • Fri, 9th Mar 2018

AR, VR & Metaverse

Auckland iwi uses AR to bring their stories to life

Auckland iwi Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei brings legend Owāku to life using AR tech by Datacom and Microsoft's Hololens, engaging visitors at Bastion Point Marae.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Fri, 9th Mar 2018

Unified Communications

Interview: Vodafone's Kirstin Te Wao on workplace diversity & inclusion

Vodafone's Kirstin Te Wao shares how the company's focus on workplace diversity and inclusion fosters a sense of belonging and empowers all employees.

By Julia Gabel • 6 min read • Thu, 8th Mar 2018

ATEED

New business development manager to drive Aus events in NZ

Auckland appoints a new business development manager, Katrina O'Donnell, to further boost Australian business events, valued at NZD $33 million since 2014.

By Kai Ping Lew • 2 min read • Tue, 20th Feb 2018

Hybrid & Remote Work

Polycom on workplace diversity and multi-generational workforces in Australia

66% of Australia's population, an estimated 11.8 million people aged between 15 and 64 years - now make up our workforce.

By Tony Simonsen • 6 min read • Fri, 16th Feb 2018

Gaming

Switch owners get their hands dirty with Serial Cleaner

Retro 2D puzzler Serial Cleaner, where players clean crime scenes, sneaks onto Nintendo's Switch. Stealth, strategy, and 70s vibes await.

By Darren Price • 3 min read • Wed, 14th Feb 2018

Microsoft

You're invited: MS Elevate helps businesses get the most out of the modern workplace

Microsoft Elevate in Auckland to help businesses navigate digital transformation, featuring real-life applications and case studies from New Zealand firms.

By Kai Ping Lew • 5 min read • Wed, 14th Feb 2018

Artificial Intelligence

Unlocking the benefits of leading a multi-generational workforce

Diversity – and not just gender diversity – brings different ideas, backgrounds, and assumptions to the table.

By Julia Gabel • 5 min read • Tue, 13th Feb 2018

DataCentre infrastructure

5 big ideas that data center professionals would have never imagined 50 years ago

Data centres have transformed dramatically in 50 years, with innovations like modular power systems, eco-mode cooling, and predictive maintenance techniques.

By Julia Gabel • 4 min read • Tue, 30th Jan 2018

Unified Communications

New to VR? Here's how you can use it in the workplace

Virtual reality isn't just for gamers; it's transforming workplaces by enhancing team building, customer experience, and remote collaboration. Here's how.

By Ellie Martin • 3 min read • Mon, 22nd Jan 2018

Unified Communications

Dell launches environmentally sustainable jewellery line

Dell partners with actress Nikki Reed to launch a jewellery line using recycled gold from computer motherboards, blending sustainability with fashion.

By Julia Gabel • 2 min read • Wed, 17th Jan 2018