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China vs the US – who's winning the ICT market battle?
Robotics

China vs the US – who's winning the ICT market battle?

The IDC's latest report reveals the US dominates software and AI spending, while China leads in IoT, AR/VR, and robotics, igniting the ICT market battle.

By Ashton Young • 4 min read • Wed, 17th Oct 2018
Gartner's top 10 tech trends for 2019
Unified Communications

Gartner's top 10 tech trends for 2019

Gartner has released a list of what it sees as the most important strategic tech trends to be aware of in the quickly upcoming year.

By Ben Moore • 6 min read • Tue, 16th Oct 2018
Using technology to inspire customers
Customer Relationship Management

Using technology to inspire customers

Harnessing AI, machine learning, and VR, the travel industry seeks to predict and inspire consumer behaviour, making choices more personalised and engaging.

By Marion Mesnage • 4 min read • Wed, 19th Sep 2018
Transform responsibly - CompTIA's top 10 tech trends
Unified Communications

Transform responsibly - CompTIA's top 10 tech trends

From IoT to AI, these innovations have the greatest potential to make near-term impacts on business, but CompTIA warns to approach them with care.

By Ben Moore • 2 min read • Mon, 17th Sep 2018
IDC - Sharp dip in VR headset shipment numbers won't last
AR, VR & Metaverse

IDC - Sharp dip in VR headset shipment numbers won't last

Despite global shipment numbers dropping by more than a third, the market outlook is still positive an IDC Tracker report shows.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Sep 2018
VR headset market going nowhere fast, but IDC confident in revival
AR, VR & Metaverse

VR headset market going nowhere fast, but IDC confident in revival

While VR headset shipments have fallen 33.7% since last year, IDC says there is set to be a u-turn as the commercial sector gains traction.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Sep 2018
Tech Futures Lab launches Digital Suitcase to upskill everyday adults
Blockchain

Tech Futures Lab launches Digital Suitcase to upskill everyday adults

Digital Suitcase is an online platform that teaches everyday adults digital knowledge that they need to thrive in the digital world.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Fri, 31st Aug 2018
Immersive storytelling: Adobe's vision for VR/AR
Marketing Technologies

Immersive storytelling: Adobe's vision for VR/AR

Before the event, Adobe announced that they would be featuring VR and some of the ways they see it impacting the future.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Thu, 16th Aug 2018
Video: SIGGRAPH 2018 - The art and innovation
Gaming

Video: SIGGRAPH 2018 - The art and innovation

A five-minute video highlighting some of the most interesting moments in art and innovation at SIGGRAPH 2018 in Vancouver.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Thu, 16th Aug 2018
Will virtual reality revolutionise staff training?
Digital Transformation

Will virtual reality revolutionise staff training?

Virtual reality (VR) is revolutionizing staff training courses, providing an immersive and effective learning experience for the energy sector.

By Giovanni Polizzi • 4 min read • Tue, 14th Aug 2018
University of Auckland property students get a taste of VR
AR, VR & Metaverse

University of Auckland property students get a taste of VR

The University of Auckland's Business School is now using virtual reality (VR) to teach students about construction and leaky homes.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 13th Aug 2018
Emirates flies high with VR technology
AR, VR & Metaverse

Emirates flies high with VR technology

This new feature available on emirates.com allows users to navigate through the Economy, Business and First Class cabins.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Thu, 5th Jul 2018
Is it an elixir? Is it a bottle? No, it's a wireless charger
AR, VR & Metaverse

Is it an elixir? Is it a bottle? No, it's a wireless charger

Deconnect's Gloo combines wireless charging with ambient lighting and augmented reality previews, transforming tech aesthetics for modern interiors.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Thu, 28th Jun 2018
IDC - AR and VR sales about to get real after slow start
AR, VR & Metaverse

IDC - AR and VR sales about to get real after slow start

Despite a poor start to 2018, IDC anticipates the overall market will return to growth over the remainder of the year.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Jun 2018

Stories from Other Regions

Augmented Reality (AR) stories

What's next for Oculus - a look at the latest announcements
AR, VR & Metaverse

What's next for Oculus - a look at the latest announcements

It's shaping up to be a big year for Oculus and VR fans, especially those who who fancy a bit of Star Wars and some new gear to go with it.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 2nd Oct 2018
NZ-made game Sustain-a-city brings VR to modern city design
AR, VR & Metaverse

NZ-made game Sustain-a-city brings VR to modern city design

Sustain-a-city, developed by M Theory and WSP Opus, is a new interactive VR game challenging players to build and balance future city infrastructures.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Wed, 15th Aug 2018
Virtual reality could be the future of market research
Digital Transformation

Virtual reality could be the future of market research

Virtual reality (VR) could be the future of marketing research, according to Massey University PhD candidate Alexander Schnack.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 14th Aug 2018
Aged care residents live out their dreams in virtual reality
AR, VR & Metaverse

Aged care residents live out their dreams in virtual reality

Age is no excuse for experiencing the rich world of virtual reality, as three dementia patients from Sydney discovered for themselves recently.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Wed, 25th Jul 2018