Netflix fast-tracks streaming to woo superheroes

Adam Turner 2:20 PM   Fans of The Flash, Arrow and Supergirl will only need to wait days rather than months for new seasons to appear on Netflix as the streaming giant works to fast-track content.

Telstra customers scammed with fake refund email

More than just chasing credit card details, scammers are looking to steal the identity of Telstra customers.

Adam Turner   Claiming you've paid your bill twice, scammers are tricking Telstra customers into handing over their credit card details.

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Hands on: Sony SRS-XB3 wireless speaker

Sony's portable SRS-XB3 Bluetooth speakers are all about the bass.

Adam Turner   A little wireless speaker punching out a big sound, Sony's portable SRS-XB3 strikes a great balance between portability and sound quality.

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Streaming services are winning the war on piracy

With Presto's flagship <i>Mr Robot</i> returning for a second season in July, Australia's home-grown streaming services ...

Adam Turner   The fact Aussies are prepared to pay for multiple subscription video services, not just Netflix, is a big win in the fight against file-sharing.

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EOFY - time to get your tech in order

End of Financial Year is a time for tech savings, not just spending.

Adam Turner   It's not just a time to spend, the End of Financial Year is also a time to think about security and savings.

Hands on review: LG UH950T Ultra HDTV with Dolby Vision HDR

Dolby Vision takes HDR picture quality to the next level, but right now only Netflix's <i>Marco Polo</i> makes the most ...

Adam Turner   Australia's first Dolby Vision-compatible televisions from LG let you peer into the heart of darkness, but there isn't much to see yet.

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Withings Body Cardio, RRP $289.95.

Jayne D'Arcy   Gone are the days when you just step on the scales and find out how much you weigh. Now the numbers promise to tell you a lot more about your physical health.

Game of Thrones wait almost over for Foxtel holdouts

The wait is almost over for Aussies holding out on watching <i>Game of Thrones</i> on Foxtel.

Adam Turner   With the season finale screening on Monday, Game of Thrones Season 6 will finally hit the digital shelves on Tuesday.

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Google Prompt bakes in two-factor security

Two factor authentication makes it harder for someone to break into your Google account even if they know your password.

Adam Turner   Rather than messing around with SMS codes, now you can approve Google sign-on requests with a single tap to help keep your account secure.

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KickassTorrents wears the piracy crown despite crackdown

Tormund Giantsbane fighting against Ramsay Bolton's overwhelming forces

Adam Turner   As another season of Game of Thrones approaches its finale, legit streaming services have failed to slake our thirst for piracy – with KickassTorrents becoming one of the world's most popular websites.

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Have we given up the fight for our digital rights?

Changes in content delivery have reduced the need for Australians to take up arms against Digital Rights Management.

Adam Turner   As Australians shift away from physical media and the concept of "owning" content, there's less need to do battle with Digital Rights Management.

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Hands on review: 360fly 4K 360-degree action camera

The new 360fly 4K action camera lets you look over your shoulder while shooting video.

Adam Turner   A sharper picture is a welcome addition to this tiny action camera with eyes in the back of its head.

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Can Turnbull match Labor's NBN promise to kill off fibre to the node?

Prime Minister Turnbull had plenty of chances to backflip on the Abbott-era NBN plan, will he risk it this close to the ...

Adam Turner   With Prime Minister Turnbull spruiking innovation but struggling in the polls, time is running out for people hoping he'll backflip on the hotch potch Multi-Technology Mix NBN.

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Uber pre-bookings strike another blow against taxis

The ability to book an Uber in advance will make it even more of a threat to the taxi industry.

Adam Turner   With the ability to book an early-morning Uber to the airport, rather than hope one is nearby when you need it, the disruptive ride-sharing service will pose even more of a threat to traditional taxis.

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Tablets killing bedroom televisions: Australian Multi-Screen Report

Australians own fewer televisions but we're no longer all sitting around the big screen in the lounge room.

Adam Turner   We own more screens than ever, but we're turning our backs on that second television and traditional broadcasters.

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9Now comes to Apple TV to complete catch up collection

Nine has launched its 9Now Apple TV app with a bang.

Adam Turner   All five Aussie free-to-air catch up services are now on Apple's tiny streaming box as Nine finally gets with the program.

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Hands on: Sony MP-CL1 mobile laser projector

Sony's tiny MP-CL1 mobile laser projector struggles to make the grade.

Adam Turner   It's a pocket rocket but Sony's tiny mobile laser projector isn't bright enough to be the star of the show.

Netflix infidelity puts relationships to the test

Till death do us part, unless I catch you watching <i>House of Cards</i> without me.

Adam Turner   Have you ever been unfaithful in the lounge room, or caught your partner faking it after a plot twist?

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Will Android apps on Google's Chromebooks be a winning combination?

Google's Chromebooks aim to win us away from traditional desktop computers with the addition of Android apps.

Adam Turner   The promise of tapping into Android's Google Play mobile app store on stripped-down Chrome OS notebook aims to win more Aussies away from "real" computers.

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Microsoft declares war on dumb passwords

People need to put a little more thought into choosing a password.

Adam Turner   Microsoft is creating a dynamic list of stupid passwords that you're forbidden to use with your online accounts, in an effort to protect people from their own laziness.

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