Telstra streaming Splendour sets on Sunday
Didn't make it to Byron for Splendour in the Grass? Telstra will be streaming sets live from the festival starting from 5pm on Sunday. While…
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Virgin announces new plans with double data and data rollover
Virgin Mobile today announced a new series of post-paid plans, calling itself the "first and only Aussie telco to offer double data plus data rollover".…
Pack your bags and buckle in: NASA discovers “close cousin” to Earth 1,400 light years away
NASA today announced the discovery of Kepler-452b, the first Earth-like planted in a "habitable zone" around a sun-like star. Described as a "bigger, older cousin…
Xbox One mouse and keyboard support not “far away”
Micosoft's Head of Xbox Phil Spencer today confirmed that keyboard and mouse support for the Xbox One isn't "far away". While the Xbox One can…
Uber is making free ice cream deliveries on Friday
Ridesharing service Uber will again be delivering ice cream direct to customers' doors between 11am and 5pm on Friday. Drivers in Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, Perth,…
It’s not about size, it’s how you use it: Parrot’s fun new MiniDrones are coming to Australia in September
French drone manufacturer Parrot is bringing 13 new MiniDrone models to the Australian market in September this year, following the success of its 2014 range.…
Government research confirms rampant piracy, casts doubts on three-strike scheme
A new report on online copyright infringement published by the Department of Communications claims that over five million Australian internet users pirated content in the…
Dude, where’s my Jeep? Hackers remotely run SUV off the road
Security experts have exposed a vulnerability in the Chrysler-built Jeep Cherokee's operating system that has allowed hackers to remotely take control of the vehicle and…
Australian drone start-up completes US’ first government approved drone delivery, but MIA locally
Australian drone start-up Flirtey last week completed the first Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) approved drone delivery in the United States, carrying pharmaceuticals and other medical…
HP adds to Aussie PC range ahead of Windows 10 launch
As part of its 2015 line-up, HP has redesigned its Pavilion All-In-One PCs (pictured above) with an increased focus on aesthetics, highlighted by an edge-to-edge…
G’day, I’m Cortana: Microsoft’s virtual assistant to be localised for Australian users
Australia is among the first countries scheduled to receive a localised version of Cortana following launch of Windows 10. Cortana, Microsoft's answer to Siri and…
Microsoft pushes out emergency security update for Windows
Microsoft today rolled out an emergency security for Windows, addressing a vulnerability that allows hackers to remotely access unpatched computers. Described as "critical", the vulnerability…
Philips’ Fidelio B5 is an innovative new take on a soundbar
Soundbars are one of the fastest growing segments in consumer audio, and Philips is hoping to stand out from the crowd with its innovative new…
Samsung says new Galaxy Tab S2 flagship tablet is “thinnest and lightest” ever
Samsung today unveiled the Galaxy Tab S2, a new flagship tablet that will come in 9.7-inch and 8-inch variants. Succeeding last year's Galaxy Tab S,…
Cortana for Android beta leaks out
A beta of Cortana for Android leaked out over the weekend, giving the world its first proper look at Microsoft's virtual assistance on a non-Windows…
Facebook Messenger no longer requires a Facebook account
Facebook has loosened its grip on Messenger, allowing new users to create an account without the need for an existing Facebook login. This change was…
Harvey Norman Expo on this weekend in Melbourne
Harvey Norman is running its biennial Home Appliance & Audio Visual Expo this weekend in Melbourne. The Expo is designed to showcase the latest home…
Telstra has made a prepaid 4GX dongle for your car
Telstra today announced the availability of a prepaid 4GX dongle designed to provide users with in-car Wi-Fi. The Telstra Prepaid 4GX Car Wi-Fi is a…
Marshall – of guitar amp fame – is the newest Android smartphone manufacturer
Guitar amp manufacturer Marshall is the latest company to try its hand at building an Android smartphone. Announced overnight, the Marshall "London" is a flagship…
Angry Birds 2 launching on July 30
Angry Birds developer Rovio overnight announced Angry Birds 2, the first numbered sequel in the popular tactical bird hurling franchise. Details are currently scarce, but…
Swann dives into smart home devices with SwannOne’s local launch
Do-it-yourself security manufacturer Swann Communications today announced the Australian availability of its range of SwannOne smart home products. While Swann has previously built and sold…
iPod touch get its first major upgrade in three years
Apple today announced the first major upgrade to the iPod touch in three years; a new portable media player sharing many of the iPhone 6's…
Vodafone woos small business customers with big, bulk savings
Vodafone today announced a new offer that will see small businesses with five or more employees saving as much as 50% off their monthly phone…
Late Nintendo President Saturo Iwata wasn’t just a CEO, he was also a genius programmer
If you've ever played Pokémon Gold or Silver, you might remember its end-game. After defeating the Elite Four, you were able to revisit Kanto, the…
