Category: Technology
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The US successfully tested drones as weapons
Many people are wary of the potential applications of drones and the implications for violation of fundamental rights, and it seems this fear is well-founded. This week the Pentagon announced that it has tested drone technology capable of sophisticated swarming conduct. According to the Department of Defense, this conduct includes collective decision-making, adaptive formation flying, and self-healing. The demonstration…
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Apple granted patent for edge to edge design
Apple have been granted the patent for an edge to edge design that coincides with details leaked about the launch of the iPhone 8. While some have been quick to dismiss the patent because Samsung have already released their own version of a curved edge to edge display, it should be noted that Apple applied for…
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Yahoo CEO Marissa Mayer is quitting
Yahoo CEO Marissa Mayer is set to leave the company after Verizon’s acquisition is completed. Verizon has purchases the core services formerly run by Yahoo, including email, blogs, apps and sports, in a deal that is expected to close in March this year. Mayer has announced she’ll be leaving the Yahoo board, joined by other departing…
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New Blackberry phone details
New year, new Blackberry phone. The smartphone company have decided to release a new but classic take on their iconic phones in 2017. Once pioneers in the smartphone industry, Blackberry has taken a backseat in recent years as Apple has dominated. Sleek designs and easier interfaces from Apple meant that the general public had no…
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What’s new in Apple iOS 10.3
It is rumoured that Apple is testing its brand new iOS 3 software update, and trials could begin as early as January 10th. One of the most interesting features, as reported by The Sun, is a new cinema mode. It will appear in the control centre and will be pretty easy to recognise as the…
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New Legislation Blocking Torrenting Sites In Australia
The Federal Court has recently passed new legislation blocking torrenting sites including The Pirate Bay and KickassTorrents, two of the most popular illegal downloading sites available. A Federal Court order mandated that more than 50 internet providers such as Telstra, Optus and TPG be given 14 days to ban the sites. This can be done by using…
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Facebook original content to compete with Netflix
Facebook has this week indicated that it plans to start buying and producing it’s own video content to stream through it’s video platform. Instead of continuing in the tradition of social network companies and relying on others to produce content, Facebook will explore airing original content. The social media giant is considering buying and producing its…
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iPhone 8 Details Leaked
The details of a possible iPhone 8 release for next year have been leaked, and it looks like Apple are set to change their usual pace for the iPhone’s 10 year anniversary. The new features include a curved, edgeless screen, glass casing on the back, and a possible third size being offered to consumers. Expectations are high…
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Netflix now available to watch offline
The streaming video titan Netflix unveiled a major update yesterday, allowing viewers to download content for offline viewing. This is a must-have feature for the binge watchers gearing up for the Christmas holidays, and has long been requested by users. Only selected content will be available immediately, including Netflix original content such as Orange is…
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Best Cyber Monday deals
Despite starting out in the US, Black Friday and Cyber Monday have recently swept the world with their incredible retail discounts. Australia has embraced the shopping phenomenon with most major technology retailers now jumping on the sales bandwagon. This year, Black Friday falls on November 25th, with Cyber Monday following closely afterwards on November 28th.…