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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This PC has all of the processing power a designer will ever need
Mon, 6th Nov 2017
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asus
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workstation
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computers
ASUS unveils its ESC510 G4 SFF workstation, packing Intel Xeon power and dual 4K display support into a sleek 13-litre body, all for AUD$1699.00.
Music creators rejoice, GarageBand just got updated
Fri, 3rd Nov 2017
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smartphones
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digital entertainment
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personal computing devices
Apple's latest GarageBand update for iOS offers new instruments, sound packs, and a Beat Sequencer, enhancing music creation on iPhone and iPad.
Samsung launches its Android 9.0 beta
Fri, 3rd Nov 2017
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smartphones
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software updates
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samsung
Samsung has launched the Samsung Experience 9.0 beta for Galaxy S8 and S8+ users, allowing them to preview new Android 9.0 features before the official release.
Razer’s new phone promises games on the go
Thu, 2nd Nov 2017
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smartphones
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Razer unveils its new gaming smartphone featuring a 120 Hz UltraMotion display, Dolby ATMOS sound, Snapdragon 835 chip, and a massive 4,000 mAh battery.
MAPS.ME launches a new reviewing platform
Thu, 2nd Nov 2017
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smartphones
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gaming
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reviews
MAPS.ME introduces a new user review platform, enabling travellers to rate and review over 50 types of sites, even when offline, enhancing trip planning.
You can now download Te Papa’s national art collection
Thu, 2nd Nov 2017
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apps
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nz
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download
Te Papa has partnered with Wellington start-up Excio to offer an initial 150 images to download from the national art collection...
Sony’s latest robot puppy may melt your heart
Thu, 2nd Nov 2017
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robots
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ai
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sony
Sony’s new Aibo robot puppy, with its AI-driven curiosity and unique personality development, is ready to melt hearts and enrich lives.
Ever wanted Superman-vision? WalabotDIY might deliver
Wed, 1st Nov 2017
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apps
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smart appliances
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diy
Vayyar Imaging's WalabotDIY, a 3D-imaging sensor, is now available for Australian DIY enthusiasts, allowing users to see inside walls.
Toyota to bring self-driving cars to the market by 2020
Wed, 1st Nov 2017
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cartech
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renesas
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self-driving cars
Renesas Electronics to supply semiconductor solutions for Toyota's autonomous vehicles, set for commercial launch in 2020.
Captain America gives Shadow of War a go
Wed, 1st Nov 2017
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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live stream
Chris Evans, aka Captain America, is set to play Shadow of War on Xbox Live Sessions with surprise celebrity guests on 1 November at 4 p.m. PT.
Vodafone TV partners up with SKY and Netflix
Wed, 1st Nov 2017
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digital entertainment
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video
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sky
Vodafone TV teams up with SKY and Netflix, launching a new console that promises unrivalled entertainment with seamless viewing across devices.
Kiwi homes are about to get a whole lot smarter with Nest
Wed, 1st Nov 2017
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smart home
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nz
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nest labs
Nest Labs launches its award-winning safety and security products in New Zealand, including cameras and a smart smoke and carbon monoxide alarm.
What to expect from the Pixel 2 and Daydream VR
Wed, 1st Nov 2017
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software development
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ar, vr & metaverse
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daydream
Google's Pixel 2 boasts advanced AR and VR capabilities, but concerns over screen burn and audio quality temper excitement for the innovative device.
OMGTech launches more coding for kids workshops around NZ
Tue, 31st Oct 2017
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nz
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coding
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omgtech
OMGTech! expands its coding workshops to schools across New Zealand during Hour of Code week, partnering with tech giants to foster youth digital skills.
Kiwi ad tech company expands to Australia
Tue, 31st Oct 2017
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school networks
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kiwi
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dubai
Headquartered in Kaikoura, Advert Media provides its Parent Teacher Calendar App free to more than 400 schools across New Zealand...
PocketWise helps Kiwis stay on top of their finances
Tue, 31st Oct 2017
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fintech
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finance, leasing & rental
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kiwi
The cloud platform compares a wide range of financial products from different New Zealand banks and financial service providers...
Feel Good AR could teach you how to save money and the planet
Tue, 31st Oct 2017
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ar, vr & metaverse
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vr
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ar
Activated through an Australian, European or New Zealand currency note, the AR app has been developed by RaboDirect to engage its customers...
Make your PC jump to light speed with this SSD
Mon, 30th Oct 2017
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intel
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ssd storage
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star citizen
Intel unveils the Optane SSD 900P Series, promising up to four times faster performance than competitors, plus exclusive in-game content for Star Citizen.
5G is coming and Huawei is leading the way
Mon, 30th Oct 2017
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uc
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network infrastructure
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sdn
Huawei unveiled its advanced 5G microwave bearer solution at the Ultra-Broadband Forum, poised to revolutionise 5G deployment with 10 Gbit/s-to-site speeds.
Intel proves that autonomous vehicles are safe
Mon, 30th Oct 2017
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cartech
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intel
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autonomous vehicle
Intel's Mobileye CEO has offered the autonomous driving industry a mathematical formula to prove the safety of self-driving cars.