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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P.A.M.E.L.A. receives update: Is it just another early access survival game?
Wed, 28th Jun 2017
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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indie
It is important for P.A.M.E.L.A. to highlight the features that set it apart, or it may face being buried under the slew of competitors.
AI and self-driving cars: Could this be the future of road safety?
Wed, 28th Jun 2017
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cartech
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self-driving cars
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nvidia
Volvo's new venture with Autoliv and NVIDIA aims to develop advanced AI for self-driving cars, increasing safety and reducing congestion on the roads.
New Zealand parliament reviews energy plans for a cleaner NZ
Wed, 28th Jun 2017
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power / energy
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datacentre infrastructure
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strategy
Judith Collins releases NZ's energy efficiency strategy, calling for actions to maximize clean, renewable energy.
Snap maps or Snap stalk? New Zealand police raise concern over the app’s new feature
Tue, 27th Jun 2017
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apps
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snap
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maps
In an update last week Snapchat introduced a map feature that allows users track other people’s locations in real time.
Three advanced robots making sci-fi technology a reality
Mon, 26th Jun 2017
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robots
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smartphones
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boston dynamics
Defying expectations, three robots are heralding a new age in sci-fi tech, performing feats once deemed decades away.
Sony urged not to trivialise Hindu deities in the latest installment of renowned Uncharted series
Mon, 26th Jun 2017
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sony
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uncharted
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playstation
Hindu leaders urge Sony to respect and accurately portray Hindu deities, temples, and traditions in the upcoming Uncharted: The Lost Legacy video game.
Hoverboards and drones: Technology bringing a dream to life
Mon, 26th Jun 2017
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drones
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omni hoverboard
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hoverboard
Tech wizards materialise a sci-fi fantasy as hoverboards and drone tech fuse, promising to elevate our dreams skyward.
EV world New Zealand, NZ’s first electric vehicle showcase
Fri, 23rd Jun 2017
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cartech
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expo
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evs
New Zealand's largest conference organiser, Conferenz, announces its first dedicated electric vehicle show, EV World NZ.
Three AI projects that come close to making HAL 9000 a reality
Fri, 23rd Jun 2017
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ai
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windows
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samsung
Echoes of HAL 9000: Explore three AIs transforming daily life with brainy to virtual assistance, without the sci-fi rebellion.
Ultimate UE Wonderboom giveaway!
Thu, 22nd Jun 2017
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ue wonderboom
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big sound
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giveaway
Win a UE Wonderboom! Email your wildest adventure idea to FutureFive and subscribe for a chance to win this lilac audio gem!.
Three epic electric motorbikes you'll see cruising down your street soon
Wed, 21st Jun 2017
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cartech
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evs
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sports bikes
From the high-speed Lightning LS-218 to the powerful Brutus V9 and the sleek Energica EGO, these electric motorbikes are set to redefine cool on the streets.
New Zealand pilots union pushes for tighter drone regulations
Wed, 21st Jun 2017
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drones
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law
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nzalpa
As drone popularity soars in New Zealand, pilots call for urgent regulatory revamp to ensure air safety, citing increasing incidents and outdated rules.
Instagram update; replay and share your live stream
Wed, 21st Jun 2017
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instagram
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live stream
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user interface
Instagram's latest tweak lets users share and replay live streams, boosting content reach and engagement on the platform.
Logitech G Powerplay system ensures your mouse never loses charge
Wed, 21st Jun 2017
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cybersecurity
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logitech
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powerplay
Revolutionising gameplay, Logitech's Powerplay pad offers endless charge, ensuring wireless mice are battle-ready without pause.
Solarcity fails to gain traction with their complaint against solar tax
Wed, 21st Jun 2017
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power / energy
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legal battle
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solar power
Solarcity's solar tax battle falters as High Court denies their plea, affecting 45,000 Kiwis and NZ's renewable energy prospects.
The new sensor device that allows the visually impaired to detect objects from over three metres away
Tue, 20th Jun 2017
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smartcane
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medical device
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africa
Revolutionary 'SmartCane' device empowers the visually impaired by detecting obstacles over 3m away, boosting independence.
Queenstown broadband upgrades to 4.5G, the fastest in New Zealand
Tue, 20th Jun 2017
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uc
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wireless networks
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queenstown
Spark upgrades Queenstown to 4.5G, delivering the fastest broadband speeds in New Zealand and setting the stage for a 5G future.
Top 4 worlds coming to life in breathtaking VR
Tue, 20th Jun 2017
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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ar, vr & metaverse
Emerging VR gaming realms enthrall as Bethesda and Ubisoft unveil epic new worlds at E3 2017, signalling a revolution in immersive play.
Facebook expands on its ever-evolving user personalisation
Tue, 20th Jun 2017
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digital entertainment
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facebook
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video
Facebook hones user experience with cinemagraph covers, blending motion and personal flair in profiles, soon rolling out to businesses.
Artificial intelligence finds its way to New Zealand farms
Mon, 19th Jun 2017
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ai
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nz
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bettyapp
Kiwi farmers embrace AI as Betty app diagnoses livestock illnesses, promising revolution in agricultural practices.