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Game review: Star Ocean: First Departure R

Since the original game was released back in the ‘90s, Star Ocean: Departure R is a very old-school style of JRPG. If you are into more modern RPGs, you may not like playing this game at all.More
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Yesterday
Xbox Series X console promises ‘four times the processing power of the Xbox One X’
Finally, Microsoft’s Project Scarlett has a proper name, and a proper face: The Xbox Series X.More
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Yesterday
Hands-on review: xFyro ARIA wireless earbuds
These are by no means the most advanced wireless earbuds ever, but there are several reasons why the xFyro ARIA should be considered by the average user - they’re neat, easy to set up and durable.More
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13 Dec
Sennheiser donates 1500 headsets to gaming charities
Recipients include New Zealand's Your Corps, and Australia's Gamer Aid.More
Don't just blame the kids: Parents spend too much time online as wellMore
Challenges in video gaming market grow as revenues increaseMore
Game review: Call of Duty - Modern WarfareMore
Hands-on review: Sennheiser Momentum Wireless HeadphonesMore
Game review: EA Games’ Need for Speed turns up the HeatMore
Game review: Planet Zoo (PC)More
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AMD issues Radeon Software Adrenalin 2020 Edition software update
"With each Radeon Software release, we laser-focus on bringing innovative features gamers demand, significant performance improvements, and the ultimate in software stability and reliability."More
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Kiwi E Blacks set to smash the IESF World Champs next month
TEKKEN 7 player Daniel ‘Wowzer’ Cossingtom is off to South Korea this December to represent the country at the 11th IESF World Championships.More
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Hands-on review: Sennheiser, Apple & Beats wireless earbuds put to the test
We looked at the Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless, Apple AirPods Pro and Powerbeats Pro to try and determine which of the three is the best.More
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Apple rolls out the 2019 MacBook Pro
Flex your fingers, Apple MacBook fans - because it’s time for the 2019 iteration of the famed notebook line that never dies.More
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Hands-on review: OPPO A5 2020
Priced at under $350, like me you’ll be kicking yourself for spending more than twice that for a whole lot less phone. More
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Hands-on review: OPPO ENCO Q1 Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones
The tone and clarity is brilliant. I’m just waiting to see how they cope with Barry Gibb’s falsetto. The melody and lyrics are clear with rich tones. Oh no! I can feel my feet tapping and my arms want to disco! Help! More
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Finally, the esports battleground is safer and fairer for everyone
Finally, the esports industry has something of a universal code of conduct when it comes to fair play and fun.More
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Hands-on review: Ring Door View Cam
Their products can also be integrated into your Smart Home Hub such as Alexa. For a very reasonable price you can have added security for your home.More
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Hands-on review: Konka Curved Wide 32” gaming monitor
the Konka KD32908CG is a solution that is reasonably priced, stylish looking, easy to set up and expand upon.  More
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Hands-on review: Skullcandy Push wireless earbuds
With the number of wireless earbuds out there, there’s really no reason to have wires hanging from your ears anymore. Indeed, my Huawei phone doesn’t even have a headphone socket.More
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The Samsung Galaxy Fold is finally coming to NZ
The controversial foldable smartphone is now available for preorder in New Zealand from December 9, with shipping starting on December 18.More
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Game review: The Alliance Alive HD Remastered (Switch)
The Alliance Alive HD Remastered is a well put together RPG that shouldn’t be missed this time around. More
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'Stalkerware': The new name for spying tools & online harrassment
The term ‘stalkerware’ is something that most people may not be aware of, but it’s dangerous enough that a group of cybersecurity providers have banded together to do something about it.More
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Hands-on review: Apple AirPods Pro
When considering the sound quality and vast list of features, the Apple AirPods Pro are worthy of both the higher price tag and the “Pro” title.More
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ASUS launches ROG Phone II in Australia
 ASUS Republic of Gamers (ASUS ROG) is reinforcing its dedication to keen mobile gamers, with a new iteration of its smartphone product, the ROG Phone.More
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Game review: Digimon Story Cyber Sleuth - Complete Edition (Switch)
With around 90 hours of combined play time, Digimon Story Cyber Sleuth: Complete Edition makes a great Nintendo Switch port packed with content at reasonable price.More
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The Outer Worlds review (PC/Xbox One)
The Outer Worlds immerses players into a slightly tongue-in-cheek sci-fi role-playing adventure on the far side of the galaxy.More
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Hands-on review: The Nokia 7.2 smartphone
Finally, for the first time in my life, I can discuss the merits of my photography and casually remark, “Oh that one was taken with one of my ZEISS lenses.”More
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Game review: Red Dead Redemption 2 (PC)
If you’ve the PC for it, the PC version of Red Dead Redemption 2 is a huge improvement over the console version, which is really saying something as the game looks fantastic on PS4 and Xbox One.More
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Hands-on review: The Mophie Powerstation XXL
The Mophie Powerstation XXL is great for anyone who needs a good reliable portable charging solution or is looking to for a gift for a tech-loving friend or family member.More
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Game review: Hideo Kojima presents Death Stranding
Death Stranding is a fun and unique game if you want to play something new and different. If you want all-out action, you may want to go out and play something else instead. It’s best to research the game as much as you can before you decide to buy it though.More
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HyperX releases gaming hardware, peripherals for PC and PS4
The company has developed DDR4 memory especially for AlienWare PCs, and headsets for the PS4.More
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Red Dead Redemption 2 is one available on PC
With Red Dead Online, Rockstar have extended the gameplay with a narrative multiplayer mode. The new PC version is set to top all that.More
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2K Games' new studio Cloud Chamber will develop next BioShock game
Cloud Chamber has already started work on the next BioShock game, which is expected to spend several years in development, according to 2K.More
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Netflix to release The Witcher on December 20
In just eight days, Netflix’s latest trailer for The Witcher has gained more than 11.4 million views on YouTube, and it also hit (at least) #20 on the YouTube trending list.More
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Hands-on review: The OPPO Reno 2Z
The OPPO Reno 2Z will be causing many of its pricier competitors a lot of angst, writes Owen McCarthy.More
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Game review: Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020
Since the release of Mario Party, Nintendo fans have been waiting for a new party game full of mini games they can play alone or with friends. Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 is exactly that.More
Hands-on review: Glass Elite VisionGuard+ For iPhone 11 Pro Max
When you pay more than $2,000 for a device, and you are as clumsy as I am, the next natural step is to look for a really good screen protector.More
Hands-on review: The ASUS ROG Theta 7.1 headset
This is a serious headset for the serious gamer. Here's why.More
The force is strong with the Star Wars Jedi Fallen Order Xbox One 2TB Game Drive
It may not be as exciting as bulls-eyeing wamp rats in your T-16, and may not be the fastest drive out there, but when it comes to looks and storage capacity, it’s got it where it counts, kid.More
Borderlands 3 announces first DLC content; and Moxxi is the star
In this story Moxxi sweet talks Vault Hunters (players) to take over a “derelict space station built by the infamous Handsome Jack back when he was still President of the Hyperion corporation”.More
Game review: Tokyo Dark Remembrance (Switch)
It took two years for the game to get ported to the Nintendo Switch and the PlayStation 4 but now that it is finally here, is it any good?More
Diablo IV announced at BlizzCon 2019
An ancient evil threatens to engulf Sanctuary in darkness, and new heroes have been called upon to face challenges the world has never seen before.More
Sennheiser AMBEO soundbar marks the audio expert’s foray into home theatre
The AMBEO Soundbar is powered by 13 drivers and the latest virtualisation technology which was jointly developed with Fraunhofer IIS. More
Hands-on review: HyperX Alloy Origins mechanical keyboard & Pulsefire Dart wireless mouse
HyperX's RGB Alloy Origins keyboards and Pulsefire Dart mice claim to be exactly what gamers need. Techday’s Darren Price puts them both through their paces.More
Game review: Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order (PC/Xbox One)
Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order is the Star Wars game that we have been waiting for since EA took over the licence six years ago.More
Hands-on review: Corsair K57 RGB Wireless Gaming Keyboard
Like the rest of Corsair’s gaming products, you’ll be both nimble-fingered, lit up and unstoppable.More
Hands-on review: Sennheiser GSP 370 wireless headset
Whilst I’m no audiophile, I could really appreciate the quality of the audio, and the headset really bought something extra to my gaming experience.More
Adobe provides a ‘jolt’ of inspiration through Amazon Alexa
Where do you turn to for a source of creative inspiration? If you happen to own an Amazon Alexa, you can now train the device to give you a dose of inspiration when you need it most.More
Game review: Bubble Bobble 4 Friends (Switch)
Bubble Bobble 4 Friends is a charming revision of a classic coin-op arcade game. It retains enough of the original, whilst suitably updating it for the modern gaming palette. More
Game review: Shenmue III is a nice surprise
Shenmue III would not have come out if it wasn’t for a successful Kickstarter campaign that launched during E3 2015. Four years later, the game is finally out but does it live up to the hype?More
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