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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Feel sad, drive fast: Artificial intelligence lets your car respond to how you feel
Thu, 20th Jul 2017
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cartech
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ai
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self-driving cars
The AI considers the driver's voice, facial expression and eyesight direction to determine their emotional state and respond to it...
New Zealand student uses milk protein to 3D-imprint cells that could possibly regrow limbs
Thu, 20th Jul 2017
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university of canterbury
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3d printing
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students
University of Canterbury PhD student Azadeh Hashemi is using milk protein to 3D-imprint cells, potentially enabling the regrowth of missing body parts.
Ultimate robot showdown: The United States and Japan prepare for battle
Thu, 20th Jul 2017
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robots
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mech
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battle
US-based MegaBots and Japan's Suidobashi Heavy Industries are set to clash in a monumental mech battle next month, thanks to a USD $500,000 Kickstarter boost.
Coding for kids? littleBits teaches the essentials through intuitive games
Wed, 19th Jul 2017
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edutech
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gaming
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digital entertainment
The littleBits Code Kit is an introduction to coding in the classroom that promises it will engage students and teachers alike...
Smell the wood burn in a full-sensory virtual reality experience
Tue, 18th Jul 2017
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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ar, vr & metaverse
Physically walking through a VR word still seems like a far fetched concept, yet VR tech is evolving rapidly...
Unleash your inner superhero with Marvel's new VR game
Tue, 18th Jul 2017
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ar, vr & metaverse
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oculus rift
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marvel
Step into the Marvel universe in VR and fight alongside friends with Powers United, the ultimate immersive superhero experience.
Tesla, Volkswagen and BMW battle it out for the most efficient electric car
Mon, 17th Jul 2017
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cartech
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bmw
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tesla
Cars are about more than just sleek looks and speed many of us need something practical, here are three EVs that deliver in that regard...
Toy Story is being brought to life in Kingdom Hearts III
Mon, 17th Jul 2017
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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trailer
Disney has revealed a new trailer showcasing the Toy Story world in Kingdom Hearts III, where Sora, Donald, and Goofy team up with Woody and Buzz.
Hands-on Review: HP Sprocket, the portable instant printer
Sat, 15th Jul 2017
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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hp
The HP Sprocket harkens back to the days of Polaroid cameras, giving you the ability to print photos anywhere, at any time.
AI and you: How to adapt to inevitable shifts in the job market
Thu, 13th Jul 2017
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edutech
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it automation
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ai
The market for AI services has a growth rate of 25% per year and AI is beginning to creep into all aspects of our lives, it is time to adapt...
Our UE Wonderboom giveaway winner!
Thu, 13th Jul 2017
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ue wonderboom
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giveaway
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winners
Joanne Magill triumphs in the UE Wonderboom contest! A big cheer for our winner and watch this space for FutureFive's anniversary bash!.
Acura runs its first augmented reality race
Thu, 13th Jul 2017
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cartech
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ar, vr & metaverse
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self-driving cars
Behind the wheel of a 2018 TLX A-Spec, drivers competed for the fastest overall time, using just an AR visor...
Pioneer: Mars, the game that promises you can live out your Martian dreams
Wed, 12th Jul 2017
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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steam
JCB Pioneer: Mars, a survival sandbox game set on the red planet, will launch on Steam Early Access this year, allowing players to colonise Mars.
The Leica TL2 camera has an integrated Wi-Fi module for on-the-spot transferring of images
Tue, 11th Jul 2017
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wireless networks
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cloud services
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wifi
Leica's TL2 camera, sculpted from aluminium, debuts with Wi-Fi for instant image sharing and 4K video prowess, redefining connectivity in photography.
The future is now: Red announces smartphone with a holographic screen
Tue, 11th Jul 2017
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ar, vr & metaverse
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holographics
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hydrogen
Red unveils a groundbreaking smartphone featuring a holographic screen, promising users a unique visual experience without the need for glasses.
Rise of our robotic friends: Will human-robot collaboration have a breakthrough?
Mon, 10th Jul 2017
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robots
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rpa
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study
Robotic co-workers take a leap – an IFR report unveils a future where humans and robots join forces to boost efficiency and innovation.
Car or Camera? Photographer uses Volvo's XC60 SUV to take spectacular pictures
Mon, 10th Jul 2017
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cartech
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volvo
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self-driving cars
Award-winning photographer Barbara Davidson captures urban life's essence using Volvo XC60's onboard cameras, presenting a unique artistic and safety fusion.
UE Wonderboom giveaway, last chance to enter
Mon, 10th Jul 2017
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digital entertainment
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speakers
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digital music
Win a lilac UE Wonderboom: Send us your wackiest adventure idea by Wednesday to snag this durable speaker with stellar sound!.
Google VR/AR reveals: How VR impacts storytelling and more
Fri, 7th Jul 2017
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ar, vr & metaverse
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google
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oculus rift
Google reveals its new 3D modelling software, as well as discuss why they believe VR is the future of journalism...
Nokia emerges from the shadows with a massive line-up of consumer health products
Fri, 7th Jul 2017
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healthtech
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nokia
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technology gifts
Nokia shifts gear with an expansive range of digital health gadgets, targeting a 360-degree approach to consumer wellness.