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Adobe brings Photoshop & Acrobat to Gemini, Claude
Software-as-a-Service

Adobe brings Photoshop & Acrobat to Gemini, Claude

Millions of chatbot users can now edit photos and PDFs without leaving Gemini or Claude, as Adobe widens its software reach.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Last week
Samsung brings One UI 9 to Galaxy S26 in Australia
Malware

Samsung brings One UI 9 to Galaxy S26 in Australia

Australian Galaxy S26 owners will gain Samsung's latest AI tools and tighter privacy controls from late September.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Last week
POCO launches F9 Ultra in Australia for AUD $1,499
Software Updates

POCO launches F9 Ultra in Australia for AUD $1,499

Australian buyers get a 200MP camera, 8,050mAh battery and Bose-tuned audio as POCO pushes further into premium handsets.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • This month
Jabra launches Reach single-cable meeting room system
Unified Communications

Jabra launches Reach single-cable meeting room system

Hybrid-work firms can now simplify meeting rooms with a single USB-C link that cuts cable clutter and supports up to 100 metres of extension.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • This month

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Google launches Googlebook laptop with Gemini built in
Email Security

Google launches Googlebook laptop with Gemini built in

Priced from USD $899, the machine aims to make artificial intelligence a default part of everyday laptop tasks and workflows.

By Mara Sugue • 4 min read • 3 days ago
Akira exploits two-year-old SonicWall flaw, ThreatDown says
Ransomware

Akira exploits two-year-old SonicWall flaw, ThreatDown says

Thousands of exposed SonicWall devices still give Akira ransomware a route in, as patched systems with old credentials remain a live risk.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Last week
AI speeds up cyber attacks on ageing systems, experts warn
Digital Transformation

AI speeds up cyber attacks on ageing systems, experts warn

Ageing technology is leaving critical services exposed as AI lets attackers exploit known weaknesses at machine speed, experts say.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Last week
Scality launches Maestro for managed storage fleets
Data Protection

Scality launches Maestro for managed storage fleets

Service providers can now centralise monitoring, updates and billing across distributed ARTESCA fleets without VPNs or manual capacity reporting.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • This month
Connected vehicle cloud market set to hit GBP £573bn
Data Protection

Connected vehicle cloud market set to hit GBP £573bn

Automakers' shift to software-defined cars is driving demand for remote updates, diagnostics and digital services across fleets.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 5 min read • This month
OpenAudio adds KNX media metadata to HOLO-WHAS range
Internet of Things

OpenAudio adds KNX media metadata to HOLO-WHAS range

KNX touch panels can now show track and artist details, giving installers a richer audio interface across homes and venues.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • This month
Gallagher Security wins OSPA manufacturer award again
Partner Programmes

Gallagher Security wins OSPA manufacturer award again

The award underlines Gallagher Security's 15% annual R&D spend and growing US push, as customers gain simpler upgrades and support.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • This month
AI transforming physical security into enterprise data solution
Semiconductors

AI transforming physical security into enterprise data solution

AI and cloud tools are turning cameras into live operational data sources, helping firms cut costs, spot errors and manage fleets centrally.

By David Shilovsky • 5 min read • This month
Genetec urges buyers to test vendors for CRA readiness
Data Protection

Genetec urges buyers to test vendors for CRA readiness

Buyers of connected security kit face tougher supplier checks as the EU Cyber Resilience Act pushes lifecycle support and disclosure higher on the agenda.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • This month
Apple unveils iPhone 18 Pro with variable aperture
Semiconductors

Apple unveils iPhone 18 Pro with variable aperture

The top-end iPhone range gains AI features and a variable-aperture camera, as Apple targets better photos, battery life and performance.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • This month
HP patches three high-severity flaws in Easy Start
Network Security

HP patches three high-severity flaws in Easy Start

Mac users face a higher risk of tampered printer installs after HP fixed three bugs in Easy Start, including a root-level file flaw.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 5 min read • This month
LG & Marriott launch smart hotel room platform pilot
Digital Transformation

LG & Marriott launch smart hotel room platform pilot

Guests at 40 Marriott hotels in the US and Canada will get connected room controls and streaming as operations shift to cloud management.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • This month

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New Zealand SMEs face rising cyber threats, study finds
Data Protection

New Zealand SMEs face rising cyber threats, study finds

Nearly three-quarters of medium-sized firms have faced a cyber threat in six months, as AI scams and weak staff training heighten risk.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Last week