About Jacques-Pierre (JP)
Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas
Reviewer
With a background in media, JP is the definition of a tech nerd. After a stint as a journo, he's moved on to marketing but in his spare time, he still loves deep-diving into the best of tech, games, and films. You can chat to JP about anything from the latest console releases to supercomputer teraFLOPs and he'll be sure to have an opinion.
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Netgear debuts DIY Wi-Fi for small businesses
Mon, 4th Dec 2017
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wireless networks
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cloud services
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smb
Netgear launches Orbi Pro, the DIY Wi-Fi system tailored for small businesses, offering secure, efficient, and easy-to-install connectivity at AUD $849.
Wellington City is getting street lamps of the future
Mon, 4th Dec 2017
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smart cities
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wireless networks
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cloud services
Telensa to deploy its PLANet intelligent street lighting system for Wellington City Council, with completion expected by June 2018.
Keep an eye on your home and mancave with DeepLens
Mon, 4th Dec 2017
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smart home
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ai
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cybersecurity
Amazon Web Services announced DeepLens, its first fully programmable, deep learning-enabled wireless video camera...
Netflix grows it distribution empire with a new acquisition
Mon, 4th Dec 2017
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digital entertainment
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netflix
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video
Youku's hit series Day and Night to debut globally on Netflix, marking a major Chinese drama overseas distribution.
Pour me a drink “JIM”: The world's first smart decanter
Fri, 1st Dec 2017
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smart home
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smart appliances
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technology gifts
Jim Beam revolutionises bourbon pouring with JIM, the world's first smart decanter, featuring voice commands and engineered with over 200 years of expertise.
All hands aboard the hype-train: The Infinity Wars have finally arrived
Thu, 30th Nov 2017
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trailer
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marvel
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infinity wars
Marvel fans, the wait is over: the first Infinity Wars trailer is here, hinting at an epic showdown with Thanos and potentially tragic fates for beloved heroes.
Three ridiculous pieces of tech for the ultimate Mancave
Wed, 29th Nov 2017
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robots
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ai
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star wars
Transform your mancave with an electric recliner, a personable robot, and a Han Solo fridge. But, be prepared to shell out some serious cash.
Epson and DJI reveal AR drone simulator
Wed, 29th Nov 2017
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wearables
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drones
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printing
Epson and DJI launch the world's first AR drone flight simulator app for Epson Moverio smartglasses, merging real-world and digital drone flying.
Hands-on Review: Fitbit Alta HR, reunited and it feels so good
Tue, 28th Nov 2017
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gaming
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wearables
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digital entertainment
The Fitbit Alta is Fitbit's slimmest design yet, but don't mistake its simple design for a basic fitness band...
Charge your EV in minutes with Powerswap
Tue, 28th Nov 2017
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robots
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cartech
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wireless electric vehicle charging
Instead of connecting the cord and waiting for the car to be charged, the battery is replaced with the help of a robotic device...
Why your gaming rig needs more memory
Mon, 27th Nov 2017
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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pc hardware
Boost your gaming rig's performance with more RAM; it's an affordable, quick upgrade that sharpens graphics and ensures seamless gameplay, says Ballistix.
Race your drone in augmented reality with DJI
Mon, 27th Nov 2017
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drones
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ar, vr & metaverse
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dji
DJI unveils the DJI Goggles Racing Edition, enhancing FPV drone racing with sleek design and cutting-edge video transmission technology.
Star Wars holograms are finally here
Mon, 27th Nov 2017
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star wars
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holographics
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tablets
The HoloPlayer One is a device that projects 3D holograms that look like they are straight out of Star Wars...
Craft your castle in mind-blowing mixed reality
Mon, 27th Nov 2017
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ar, vr & metaverse
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minecraft
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ar
Minecraft's latest update integrates Windows Mixed Reality, allowing players to craft, explore, and survive in an immersive 3D world with minimal setup.
'Freaky' Aussies are ready for holographic dating
Fri, 24th Nov 2017
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wearables
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sony
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3d printing
Aussies are embracing 3D tech for health, social life, and even dating, with 37% of men keen on using 3D scans on dating sites, new Sony research finds.
Volvo sells Uber thousands of autonomous cars
Thu, 23rd Nov 2017
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cartech
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uber
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volvo
Volvo to supply Uber with tens of thousands of autonomous vehicle base models by 2021, enhancing their strategic tech-partnership for self-driving future.
DJI launches $75,000 robotics competition
Wed, 22nd Nov 2017
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robots
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drones
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dji
DJI has opened registrations for RoboMaster 2018, offering a grand prize of USD $75,000 for the winning team in its electrifying annual robotics competition.
Two million ANZ consumers now have access to future of payment
Wed, 22nd Nov 2017
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martech
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commerce systems
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payment technologies
Two million ANZ cardholders can now make secure, in-store mobile payments using Android Pay and eftpos, following a collaboration with Google, ANZ, and Cuscal.
Tesla unveils the truck of the future
Tue, 21st Nov 2017
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cartech
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tesla
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evs
Tesla has revealed its futuristic Semi truck, promising to revolutionise cargo transport with enhanced safety, efficiency, and cost savings.
Jaguar starts testing its autonomous vehicle
Tue, 21st Nov 2017
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cartech
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self-driving cars
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jaguar land rover
The trials will explore how future connected and autonomous vehicles can replicate human behaviour and reactions when driving...