Archive for January, 2011
Monday, January 31st, 2011
Pubs and clubs are signing up in droves to national and state biometrics databases that capture patron fingerprints, photos and scanned driver licences in efforts to curb violence.
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Monday, January 31st, 2011
What products made it to the top of the testing heap last month? Cut to the chase with this round-up of the highest rating products we reviewed in January 2011.
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Monday, January 31st, 2011
Even though digital photo frames sit near the top of the least-wanted gift list, an enterprising chap has turned an old laptop into a fully functioning frame.
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Monday, January 31st, 2011
Can’t decide which phone to get on an AU$29 per month contract? Check out our picks for the best value phone in this price range.
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Monday, January 31st, 2011
On the first episode of Pulse TV, we ask if technology is skewed towards men, plunge head-first into a man cave and wrap up the latest news.
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Monday, January 31st, 2011
The Mac App Store is less than a month old, but there’s already some great free software to download.
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Monday, January 31st, 2011
If you’ve got modest needs (portability but still able to get things done), Sony’s Vaio YB will fit your life perfectly.
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Monday, January 31st, 2011
Hollywood is planning to disable your Blu-ray player’s ability to output high definition via some video connections in a move it says will combat piracy.
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Monday, January 31st, 2011
Photographer David Cheng swapped university life for working in a camera store. He shares his favourite moments and street photos on Exposure.
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Monday, January 31st, 2011
With internet service in Egypt all but extinct amid massive protests, those with simple voice connections can now get messages out on Twitter.
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Monday, January 31st, 2011
Multiple sources have told CNET that the massive social network is on the cusp of releasing a product that would allow digital publishers to power their commenting systems entirely through Facebook.
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Monday, January 31st, 2011
If you just purchased a system powered by Intel’s Core i5 or i7 chipset, get ready for a return or repair. Intel has a chipset issue that affects the launch of Sandy Bridge.
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Monday, January 31st, 2011
While the shelves at your local electronics store groan with faceless DAB+ radios, the Grundig Replay’s recording features and high-quality sound make it a likeable tabletop.
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Sunday, January 30th, 2011
The National ICT Authority (NICTA) has re-signed a research agreement with the NSW Roads and Traffic Authority (RTA) to develop new traffic management technology.
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Sunday, January 30th, 2011
The Toshiba Regza 46WL700 is a handsome 3D TV with decent features, but can be a bit lacking in 3D performance.
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Sunday, January 30th, 2011
Prahran gallery ArtBoy is staging an exhibition made up entirely of fan-made art from professional, amateur and hobby artists inspired by video game culture.
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Sunday, January 30th, 2011
Twentieth Century Fox has announced availability and pricing for the Star Wars saga on Blu-ray in Australia.
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Sunday, January 30th, 2011
Pioneer Australia has announced that it will not be re-entering the television market and that the new line of Elite-branded panels announced for the US will not be available in Australia.
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Sunday, January 30th, 2011
The Victorian Government has flagged a major review of its speed camera network, which the state’s deputy premier says has been sparked by a lack of confidence in the system.
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Sunday, January 30th, 2011
Sydney ferry passengers will be able to browse the internet as they sail, with all 13 vessels now installed with free Wi-Fi.
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