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Google’s AI-powered Pixel 6 translates texts, removes photobombers
The latest Pixel smartphones, which are the first to use Google’s in-house Tensor processor, are all about on-device smarts. ⌘ Read more
With Voice Plan, Apple pays you to use only Siri for music
With Voice Plan, users can pay less for their music subscription if they’re willing to lock themselves in to Apple’s ecosystem. ⌘ Read more
Apple unveils new powerful MacBooks, less-expensive music subscription
The laptops are powered by a new version of Apple’s in-house M1 chip, continuing the company’s move away from Intel. ⌘ Read more
Predictably, the Windows 11 interface is both better and worse
Windows’ first big overhaul in many years is full of refinements, but it also pushes you towards multitasking modes and Microsoft services you might not like. ⌘ Read more
With Series 7, Apple Watch has hit its innovation ceiling
Apple’s latest watch is its best ever, with a surprisingly useful larger screen, but each year brings fewer meaningful upgrades. ⌘ Read more
Apple says iPhones at risk of being hacked if App Store forced open
Apple says that attempts to force it to allow downloading from outside of its secure iPhone App Store - a process known as “sideloading” - could put consumers at risk. ⌘ Read more
QNED? Neo-QLED? Mini-LED? Deciphering the latest TV tech acronyms
If you’re after a great new television, it’s easy to get confused by the latest serving of alphabet soup. ⌘ Read more
Facebook unveils new controls for kids on its platforms
Facebook will be introducing several features including “nudging” teens if they are repeatedly looking at the same content that’s not conducive to their wellbeing, but critics are sceptical they will be effective. ⌘ Read more
‘It looks a lot like addiction’: Kids battle technology dependence in lockdown
For Melanie Kai Murray, the long months of lockdown have wreaked havoc with her attempts to keep healthy limits on the amount of time her teenage sons spend on technology. ⌘ Read more
Facebook is weaker than we knew
The truth is that Facebook’s thirst for young users is less about dominating a new market and more about staving off irrelevance. ⌘ Read more
Dossiers and cover-ups: Facebook puts profits before safety, whistleblower reveals
The damning testimony of a former Facebook employee in the US has confirmed Facebook and its family of products are damaging to society and individuals, particularly young girls. ⌘ Read more
Amazon’s Twitch breached, exposing source code and payout information
Anonymous attackers post massive trove of data online, which experts say could be disastrous for the livestreaming site. ⌘ Read more
Nintendo refines its revolutionary Switch console
Aside from a stunning new OLED screen, the new Switch makes several small tweaks to address some of the popular system’s flaws. ⌘ Read more
Microsoft is serious about its double-screen Duo smartphone
You might argue there’s little to gain from the software giant stepping into the smartphone space, but Microsoft is doubling down. ⌘ Read more
How to choose a smart assistant for your home
With Amazon’s latest collection of Alexa-powered devices, is it time to introduce a smart assistant to your house? ⌘ Read more
Facebook outage a reminder of just how stuck with the web giant we are
Facebook has inserted itself into as many facets of our online lives as possible. ⌘ Read more
A pleasant, pricey monitor to help you look your best on video calls
Poly’s Studio 21 has integrated lights, speakers, a microphone and a camera to make for a simple and cosy video call hub. ⌘ Read more
Facebook’s next act: replacing the iPhone
Facebook’s new tech chief Andrew Bosworth is at the forefront of the social networking giant’s efforts to reinvent itself. ⌘ Read more
Apple’s wearable update is one for cyclists to watch
Apple’s Julz Arney says getting a watch to know when you start and stop cycling, and how many calories you’re burning, was no easy feat. ⌘ Read more
ACCC calls for curbs on Google’s ad tech dominance
The competition regulator wants more power to cut Google’s dominance in the advertising technology market, warning the tech giant has too much control over how ads are delivered on the internet ⌘ Read more
Years late, Foxtel’s iQ box embraces the internet
Customers can finally get a full Foxtel experience without satellite or cable, but some may have already left the pay TV giant behind. ⌘ Read more
Experts reveal Australia’s security challenge
COVID-19 and climate change may appear to be the most pressing threats to our way of life in Australia. But they are far from the only ones. Cyber attacks, terrorism, international conflict, and civil unrest are all capable of shaking our world at any moment. ⌘ Read more
Scams, forgeries rise as vaccine passport mandates loom
Cybercriminals are exploiting the confusion around vaccine passports to sell fake credentials and steal sensitive information. ⌘ Read more
Microsoft unveils powerful Surface laptops, another two-screen phone
The beefiest Surface ever joins a redesigned Surface Pro and second generation smartphone as Microsoft prepares Windows 11. ⌘ Read more
iPad mini still lovable, and weirder than ever
Despite being caught between the more capable iPhone and iPad Pros, Apple’s updated little tablet is a joy to use. ⌘ Read more
Latest GoPro is the best yet, but paid subscription is a bit extreme
Hero 10 boasts some impressive resolutions and frame rates, but there’s one element of the package that leaves a sour taste. ⌘ Read more
iPhone 13 and 13 Pro are the ultimate ‘S-year’ upgrades
Last year’s incredible phones are made even better with new screens and cameras, but the overall upgrade is relatively subtle. ⌘ Read more
Apple iPhone 13 plans aimed at the data hungry
Those looking to upgrade may find themselves paying for a lot more data than they really need. ⌘ Read more
The new iPhone features coming to your pocket in iOS 15
Even if you’re not looking for a new iPhone this week, the one you already have is due for some updates. ⌘ Read more
Computers will conquer your face
The stage feels set in a way that recalls the period before the iPhone’s first release in 2007. We’re on the cusp of something big: The face computer is coming. ⌘ Read more
Pocketable PCs hold their own for work and play
The upcoming Panetera Pico PC, and others like it, sit somewhere between a desktop and a laptop but come in at much lower prices. ⌘ Read more
Smartphones may be too good
Smartphones have been so successful that it’s possible new technology won’t be able to displace them. ⌘ Read more
Microsoft wants you to ditch your password. For good, this time.
Struggling to remember all your passwords? Users will no longer need one for Microsoft accounts. ⌘ Read more
Not much new for iPhone 13, but a few important tweaks
Here are the four subtle ways Apple has improved its quartet of iPhones since last year’s models. ⌘ Read more
Apple doubles down on 5G with new iPhone 13, upgrades iPad Mini
Apple said the iPhone 13 will have custom 5G antennas and radio components for faster speeds and will come in five colours. ⌘ Read more
Bond meets Tarantino in a time loop: the year’s most mysterious game arrives
Deathloop director Dinga Bakaba has some surprises in store for fans of previous Arkane games Dishonored and Prey. ⌘ Read more
Apple fixes Messages flaw that allowed for zero-click hack
The company is pushing out updates for iPhone, iPad, Mac and Apple Watch that close a gap used to hack an unnamed Saudi activist. ⌘ Read more
Facebook’s glasses aren’t as scary as you think, at least not yet
Ray-Ban Stories are cute and handy, don’t connect to the internet, and don’t really make it easier to take sneaky pictures of people without their consent. ⌘ Read more
Apple’s loss could be a windfall for the ‘small guys’**
The court fight had been billed as a battle of tech heavyweights. But the biggest winners may be developers like Zach Shakked. ⌘ Read more
Judge loosens Apple’s grip on app store in Epic decision
A federal judge ordered Apple to dismantle part of the competitive barricade guarding its closely run app store, threatening one of the iPhone maker’s biggest moneymakers. ⌘ Read more
The Artful Escape, and how Melbourne games find global stages
From humble beginnings to Hollywood star quality and being available to millions via Xbox Game Pass, The Artful Escape is a game that grabs people. ⌘ Read more
Facebook’s Ray-Ban sunglasses let you take photos and video hands-free
Ray-Ban Stories are $449 connected glasses with cameras, microphones and speakers attached, but Facebook says they can’t be used to livestream. ⌘ Read more
Screen dreams: A TV buyer’s guide
If you’re looking for a reason to justify a new TV purchase (or need a good argument with which to sway a loved one), consider this: we are living in the golden age of TV. ⌘ Read more
No help but big potential harm from wearable body fat tests
Body composition testing was already problematic, but now it’s been made portable on smartwatches and fitness trackers. ⌘ Read more
Dentsu’s journey to anticipate the future of customer experience for Australian brands
No matter which market your company plays in, one thing is certain: forging real connections with consumers is one of the highest priorities, and toughest challenges brands face today. ⌘ Read more
Samsung foldable phone sales surge in Australia as inflection point approaches
Samsung Australia mobile boss says the pandemic hasn’t dented demand for premium devices, and that local pre-order numbers show the industry is nearing an inflection point of mainstream adoption. ⌘ Read more
The ‘trial of the century’ shows why we fell out of love with Silicon Valley
Elizabeth Holmes’s role models Steve Jobs and Larry Ellison were hugely successful and were at at the forefront of mythologising Silicon Valley’s “fake-it-until-you-make-it” culture. ⌘ Read more
Former Walmart president reveals plan for $US400b Utopian city in the US desert
Billionaire and former Walmart president Marc Lore has launched a plan to create a $US400 billion metropolis, tabbed “the new city in America”. ⌘ Read more
Reviving a relic: how an ancient CRT can still be a useful TV
If your household is struggling to share the flat screen, it’s not hard to give an old television a new lease of life. ⌘ Read more
Apple sets reveal date for iPhone 13 with cryptic invitation
The tech giant is rumoured to be revealing new iPhones and redesigned watches at an event that will be broadcast to Australians on September 15. ⌘ Read more
The strange tale of the bitcoin millionaire and his Freedom Phone
A 22-year-old bitcoin millionaire was overwhelmed with demand when he called for Republicans to ditch their iPhones for a low-end handset. Then he had to work out how to make it. ⌘ Read more
Why folding is the future of smartphones
Folding phones are so close to being perfected that we’re maybe only two or three years from Apple releasing one of its own. ⌘ Read more
Apple loosens its grip on the App Store but it still calls the shots
A trio of policy changes over the past week will benefit small developers, subscription services and news publishers, but they will still have to play by Apple’s rules ⌘ Read more
A speaker for (almost) all occasions
Q Acoustics’ M20 HD system works for wireless streaming, connecting to external music devices, and enhancing games and movies. ⌘ Read more
Apple’s new watch with big screen will likely be delayed
Apple’s upcoming smartwatch is suffering production snags as manufacturers adjust to a new design, likely leading to supply constraints or shipment delays, according to a person familiar with the situation. ⌘ Read more
Smart doorbell lets you know when the postie leaves a package
Google’s latest Nest doorbell cleverly detects people, packages, vehicles and more, sending alerts to your devices when needed. ⌘ Read more
Aussie innovations: mealworm snack packs, in-mouth robots, drone weeding and more
There are many areas in which Australia could combine its creative smarts, raw materials and manufacturing capabilities to gain an edge. ⌘ Read more
Aussie innovations: mealworm snack packs, in-mouth robots, drone weeding and more
There are many areas in which Australia could combine its creative smarts, raw materials and manufacturing capabilities to gain an edge. ⌘ Read more
Metropolis now: Japan’s high-tech, high-hopes ‘city of the future’**
In the foothills of Mount Fuji, 2000-odd “Woven City” inhabitants will safety-test self-driving cars, domestic robots and smart-home tech. ⌘ Read more
Still working at the kitchen table? It’s time to upgrade your space.
Working from home may be a reality in some form for a while yet, so if you’re still hunching over a laptop it’s past time to find a better solution. ⌘ Read more
Samsung’s new smartwatch is its best yet, but it’s no match for Apple
A collaboration with Google on the software side helps the Galaxy Watch4 shine as the most convenient Android-compatible watch you can get. ⌘ Read more
TVs you wear on your face have arrived, but they’re not quite ready
TCL’s $899 headgear look like glasses and give you the equivalent of a 140-inch private screen, but they have some drawbacks. ⌘ Read more
How to keep a dispersed workforce ‘in the loop’**
How do you switch off when the office is literally on top of your doona? And how do you have ad hoc collaborative “tap on the shoulder” meetings when you’re on the other side of the world, in different time zones, or working flexible hours in the same city? ⌘ Read more
Nintendo powers up as pandemic drives unprecedented console boom
As video games become bigger than ever with people confined to their homes, the Switch may become Nintendo’s most popular home console of all time. ⌘ Read more
Elon Musk unveils humanoid robot to take over ‘boring’ work
The ‘Tesla bot’ will be 173 centimetres tall and able to do all sorts of “dangerous, repetitive and boring tasks”, the Tesla billionaire says. ⌘ Read more
Tesla plans humanoid robot for manual labour in 2022, Musk says
Tesla bot will be 173 centimetres tall and be able to do all sorts of jobs, but will be weaker and slower than humans, Tesla CEO says. ⌘ Read more
Could your next TV be a PC monitor?**
As TV-makers offer smaller OLEDs with more PC-friendly features, monitor companies are also adding TV smarts to their bigger screens. ⌘ Read more
How to get Paramount+ on your TV
We’re not exactly starved for subscription video services, but if you’d like to give a new one a try, here’s how to get it on the big screen. ⌘ Read more
Google’s budget earbuds offer a lot of bang for your buck
Pixel Buds A-Series offer excellent sound, a great fit and smart Assistant integration for a decent price, but lack noise cancelling and other premium extras. ⌘ Read more
Twitter will let users report misinformation for the first time
Twitter is adding an option for users to report misinformation to the company, but says the expanded ability to flag tweets won’t necessarily lead to more fact-checking or labels on problematic posts. ⌘ Read more
Forget Wi-Fi, radio lives
Tivoli Audio’s latest take on the classic benchtop radio is an excellent choice for those not interested in getting their music via the internet. ⌘ Read more
Australian tech needs to dig deeper to produce next Afterpay
Deep tech incubators say changes in policy and perception may be required to raise other tech segments to the profile of fintech. ⌘ Read more
Samsung’s feminine folding phone is a step forward ... I think
The Z Flip3 is being positioned as a fashion-forward phone for women, but at this point it’s hard to tell when brands are being condescending. ⌘ Read more
Samsung unveils cheaper, more durable folding phones but snubs plus-sized Note
Samsung has unveiled a third iteration of its flagship Fold phone at a reduced price tag but a new version of its supersized Note phone was nowhere to be seen. ⌘ Read more
Under pressure, Google to add privacy protections for teenagers
Children aged 13 to 17 will have privacy settings turned on by default and will not have the option of letting Google track their location. ⌘ Read more
Apple’s child abuse detection system to scan iCloud photo libraries
Apple said that iPhone users’ entire photo libraries will be checked for known child abuse images if they are stored in the online iCloud service. ⌘ Read more
‘We’re going in hard on this one’: ACCC sues Telstra, Optus TPG over NBN speed claims
The ACCC is taking Telstra, Optus and TPG to court, hoping to exact a large enough penalty to prevent future misleading conduct. ⌘ Read more
‘We’re going in hard on this one’: ACCC sues Telstra, Optus TPG over NBN speed claims
The ACCC is taking Telstra, Optus and TPG to court, hoping to exact a large enough penalty to prevent future misleading conduct. ⌘ Read more
Optus under investigation for White Pages privacy breach ⌘ Read more...
Apple rattles privacy advocates with plan to scan for child porn ⌘ Read more...
Call for Australia to declare spyware use as Pegasus outrage grows ⌘ Read more...
An connected speaker for fans of CD and radio ⌘ Read more...
As Twitter retires Fleets, the social media site is stuck with itself ⌘ Read more...
Remix Lady Gaga, Dua Lipa in Apple’s latest Garageband update ⌘ Read more...
Google turns to in-house chips for AI-powered premium phone ⌘ Read more...
How the third time could be the charm for Samsung’s folding phones ⌘ Read more...
Exercising at home? Here’s how to stay motivated ⌘ Read more...
Check your passwords: streaming video account theft booms in lockdown ⌘ Read more...
‘Right to repair’: New ratings could help you fix your phone rather than chuck it ⌘ Read more...
Ransomware victim Kaseya gets master key to unlock networks ⌘ Read more...
Websites of airlines, banks and tech companies back up after global outage ⌘ Read more...
Websites of airlines, banks and tech companies down in widespread outage ⌘ Read more...
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Boards set to face the music on cyber security lapses ⌘ Read more...
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