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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Fans can rejoice as Crash Bandicoot returns
Tue, 4th Jul 2017
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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ps4
Crash Bandicoot bounces back with beautiful HD remaster on PS4 and PS4 Pro, bringing beloved game character to life.
Volvo discovers that kangaroos confuse their self-driving car
Tue, 4th Jul 2017
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cartech
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volvo
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self-driving cars
Volvo's self-driving cars hit a hopstacle; the Aussie kangaroo's leap confounds their animal detection system.
Greenpeace calls for an overhaul of the New Zealand electricity industry
Tue, 4th Jul 2017
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datacentre infrastructure
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power / energy
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electricity
Greenpeace calls for overhaul of electricity industry after Solarcity's complaint against solar tax is dismissed in court.
Film review: War for the Planet of the Apes
Tue, 4th Jul 2017
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reviews
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Simply put this is an enjoyable movie, it features a strong cast, breathtaking CGI and it all culminates in an amazing visual spectacle...
Exclusive: Three pairs of glasses that may revive the smart-eyewear trend
Mon, 3rd Jul 2017
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digital signage
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displays & projectors
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ar, vr & metaverse
As Google Glass fades away, new innovations by Vuzix, Sony, and Epson aim to revive the smart-eyewear trend with advanced features and sleek designs.
Are electric trucks and buses the key to a greener New Zealand?
Mon, 3rd Jul 2017
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cartech
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evs
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aut
Electric trucks and buses could help New Zealand achieve its goal of 64,000 EVs on the road by 2021, reducing emissions in the process.
Star Conflict: Engineer Evolved, could this update change the minds of a disgruntled player base?
Mon, 3rd Jul 2017
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spacetech
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gaming
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digital entertainment
With a fair bit of controversy surrounding the ‘free-to-play’ payment model, could this update change the minds of a disheartened playerbase?.
Smart homes: The house that knows what you need better than you do
Mon, 3rd Jul 2017
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smart home
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future electronics
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futuresource
This study surveyed over 4,000 consumers who make use of smart home devices, here are the astounding results...
Small-town New Zealand organisation ranked tenth in the world for climate change work
Mon, 3rd Jul 2017
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cleantech
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nz
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climate change
Motu, a small research organisation from New Zealand, has been ranked tenth in the world for their climate change work.
Exclusive: OtterBox ultimate destruction test!
Sun, 2nd Jul 2017
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reviews
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samsung
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destruction test
OtterBox cases undergo extreme durability tests, from knife attacks to fire, revealing astonishing resilience.
Feeling blue? Let this AI brighten your day with a hilarious inspirational quote
Fri, 30th Jun 2017
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robots
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ai
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inspirobot
In need of a giggle or wise words? Meet InspiroBot, the AI crafting rib-tickling quotes to lift your spirits and spark joy.
Live out your craziest car fantasies in Crossout
Fri, 30th Jun 2017
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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xbox one
The post-apocalyptic world of Crossout is harsh and unforgiving, with an atmosphere reminiscent of Mad Max and Blood Drive.
Ford announces new AI and robotics research team
Fri, 30th Jun 2017
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robots
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cartech
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ai
Ford revs up innovation with a dedicated AI and robotics research arm to steer the future of mobility and autonomous vehicles.
New Zealand medical drones are almost ready to take flight
Fri, 30th Jun 2017
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drones
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nz
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regulation
New Zealand's new drone test range in the Hokianga region plans to trial the delivery of medical supplies in November.
Mobile World Congress 2017: A new smartwatch and mind-boggling fingerprint scanning tech
Fri, 30th Jun 2017
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smartphones
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digital signage
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biometrics
Qualcomm's new fingerprint tech at MWC 2017 set to revolutionise phone security, along with their innovative 4G kid's smartwatch.
Exclusive: Three sports cars that embrace an electric future
Thu, 29th Jun 2017
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cartech
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evs
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porsche
Meet the electric titans redefining speed: Porsche 918 Spyder, BMW i8 and Acura NSX, leading the charge in sports car innovation.
Facebook announces the formation of a global internet forum to counter terrorism
Thu, 29th Jun 2017
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microsoft
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youtube
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facebook
Facebook, Microsoft, Twitter and YouTube form global internet forum to combat terrorism and stop its spread on their platforms.
Music streaming service Pandora shuts down services for ANZ
Thu, 29th Jun 2017
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digital entertainment
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spotify
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pandora
Pandora to shut down in Australia and New Zealand. Despite signing local deals, the company struggled to compete with Spotify.
The app-controlled pet door that ensures you know exactly what your fur-babies are doing
Thu, 29th Jun 2017
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smart home
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apps
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sureflap
SureFlap launches first-ever app-controlled pet door, allowing owners to control and monitor their pets' comings and goings.
New Zealand's booming indie game industry: Four addictive titles you have to try
Wed, 28th Jun 2017
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nz
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indie games
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steam
Embark on a digital odyssey with New Zealand's top indie games–from village defense to steampunk quests, get ready to be hooked!.