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FIRST Competition championships: Proof that the future is bright for engineering.
Computer vision company signals a new era for natural human-machine interaction.
All vehicles dream of being robots.
"The advent of autonomous driving represents a revolution for automotive safety," says Volvo president Håkan Samuelsson.
Artificial Intelligence researchers will help program the robot to function autonomously.
Dexter Palmer's multi-faceted second novel explores life and relationships in the near future, the practice of scientific research, time travel, and more.
Consumers in the largest market for automobiles in the world aren't exactly clamoring for driverless technology.
Hover Camera was the biggest hit of GMIC Beijing 2016, the 'CES of China.' For the Chinese startup launched by American students, it's the first in a line of personal robotics products.
Amazon gets all the headlines, but drone delivery might work on a smaller scale.
Cheetah Mobile has over 2.3 billion app installs, third most in the world after Google and Facebook. But, it sees its future in AI and wants to tap China's strengths to make consumer-facing robots.
"We're testing in ordinary traffic, so it's not in a fenced-off area, it's in real traffic, with real people and real cars," said Volvo's Erik Coelingh.
After a fire destroyed this community, tech-savvy young women are starting to rebuild.
Meet your new robot Butler. Nǐ hǎo, sir.
Drones-as-a-service are the biggest growth area for non-military UAV.
Computer vision and 3D imaging are helping robots find new uses outside the factory.
Do you own an Apple laptop? Here are a range of accessories to boost your productivity when you're using your MacBook, MacBook Air or MacBook Pro.
Here are six of the very best Android handsets currently on offer.
Mapping company Here has used Lidar to build up 3D models of the capital's roads.
For most people, their smartphone is the hub for their daily lives, using it for work, play, and to keep track of their fitness and any medical conditions. Here are some essential accessories to help you get the most out of your smartphone.
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From Leo DiCaprio to Magic Johnson, these celebrities know exactly where to put their money.
The iPhone is a great piece of kit, and one that has revolutionised the way we work and play. But with the right accessories you can make it even better.
After several failed attempts, SpaceX made a historic rocket landing in the middle of the ocean that could mean huge savings for commercial space travel.
The latest 3D printer from Stratasys promises to cut the time to prototype products and should appeal to enterprises. Here's a look at the key details.
I noticed lots of tech habits in China on my recent trip to the country. Here are the main trends which I think will be adopted over here soon.
From early calculators to WWII cryptography machines, if you can name this old hardware, software and storage media, you really know your stuff
You no longer need powerful CAD software to design and print insanely cool objects.
The luxury tech market is full of gadgets that you did not even know you wanted ... until now
If the Internet is built into everything you own, none of it will be truly safe from hackers.
We researched rumors and patent filings to predict the innovative Apple products and services that are coming next.
Robotics startup Zipline is combining its resilient drone design with the supply chain expertise of UPS to bring unprecedented access to medical supplies across Rwanda.
Apple says it recovered the precious metal from recycling discarded iPhones, iPads, computers, and probably a few Android handsets, too.
Amazon gets all the headlines, but drone delivery might work on a smaller scale.
What makes the US a business powerhouse, argues Larry Dignan, is our mix of creative types and tech experts.
The University of New South Wales has opened its new quantum computing laboratory where it plans to successfully create the first quantum computers.
Surgeons are getting help from new robotic assistants.
Tom Siebel's C3 IoT is taking aim at GE, IBM and other giants in the internet of things market. Larry Dignan forsees an interesting ride ahead.
Rant: Bots on Facebook's Messenger Platform could usher in a business and customer service boom, but there are risks.
Facebook's 5-year master plan isn't so surprising, but the 10-year view has a few detours ahead.
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Virtual reality and augmented reality are no longer relegated to Hollywood films. Tech Pro Research conducted a survey to find out their role in the enterprise and where they're headed.
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Students from universities across Australia and New Zealand participated in the National Instruments Autonomous Robotics Competition Grand Final, showcasing the young talent that will drive our autonomous future.
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Thalmic Labs claims the Myo armband can let you take control of your devices hands-free, but whether it will one day replace our mouse or touchpad remains to be seen.
In a crowded field, the latest from Yuneec stands out with curb appeal and features for all levels of pilot.
Seen too many dubious security-in-a-box solutions? USB armory is the real deal for anyone looking to protect and control their personal digital privacy and security. But is this real deal ready for regular users?
The Lenovo M57 eco is a small form-factor desktop that is promoted by the company as energy efficient. We found it to be a capable and powerful office performer for its size, but with limited upgrade options.
Western digital has released a range of hard drives purporting to save up to 40 percent in power consumption over comparable drives. We found the drives not only lived up to promised efficiency, but also were competitively priced.
Dragon NaturallySpeaking 9 is the best tool available for dictating text and commanding a Web browser by voice, despite the gradual adjustments needed to conform to your personal manner of speaking.
At AU$999, the DreamBook Light 350S is one of the cheapest notebooks money can buy. You get what you pay for, however.
Despite its extremely affordable price and logical design, the M50 fails to stand out in terms of performance, features or battery life.
Toshiba's Satellite Pro P100 is a competent multimedia workhorse that could easily replace most regular desktop PCs. It boasts powerful graphics and storage subsystems, while the Harmon/Kardon integrated speaker set beats most competing offerings hands-down.
Ultraportables don't get much lighter than Sony's 1.2kg TX17. Although diminutive in size, the 11-inch Vaio has a built-in DVD burner, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.
O2's Xphone IIm should appeal to those who want a smarter than average phone, but against serious smartphone opposition it comes a very distinct second.
The Flybook glides into Australia boasting good looks and much hype as the '"smallest ultra portable tablet PC in the world". Read our Australian First Take.
The 3230 continues Nokia's run of style-plus-substance phones, offering a 1.2-megapixel camera, video editing and a positively lush-looking screen.
If you need a smart phone as a business tool, the h6365 is a solid choice. On the other hand, if you're seeking a stylish gadget, you'd do better to look elsewhere.
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