Technology

How technology might save the planet

As the Saudis act urgently to escape the grip of fossil fuel addiction, what is Malcolm Turnbull's "agile and ...

It's a common assumption that the more of us there are on the planet, the more raw materials we extract and consume. In fact, since the year 2000, the opposite has been true in at least one major economy, and it might just save the Earth.

Fan clubs bear the brunt of modern technology

William Shatner, left, DeForest Kelley and Leonard Nimoy on the set of the TV series <i>Star Trek</i>, which has clocked ...

The rise of the internet has been a double-edged sword for Star Trek clubs like Austrek, helping win over a new generation of fans but reducing their need to join a fan club in order to stay in touch with the adventures of Star Fleet.

What the PlayStation 4 Pro is all about

Sony's new PlayStation 4 Pro plays the same games as the regular PS4, but will make many of them look better.

Sony has announced two new versions of its PlayStation 4 will release this year, including one with greater graphical capabilities than the standard console, but is it worth your while to upgrade?

Apple unveils iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus

The new iPhones are about 10 to 15 per cent more expensive in Australia - even without GST and our weaker dollar.

Apple has unveiled the iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus at an event in California, as well as a second generation Apple Watch. As expected, just about every rumour that's been flying around over the past year has come to pass for the new iPhone, including the removal of the 3.5mm headphone jack and resistance to dust and water.