iPads and HomePods impress as Macs play catch up
After a marathon set of announcements this morning, Apple invited press into a hands-on area for a brief play with their new Macs, iPads and the much hyped HomePod, Apple's take on the multi-room speaker.
How terrorists are publishing 'kill lists' on secret apps
Australian authorities are struggling to crack the encrypted messaging service for hosting information-sharing "channels".
10-year-old Aussie app developer meets Tim Cook
Yuma Soerianto has built five apps now available through Apple's App Store, and used the 14-hour flight to California to make a brand new app to help his parents calculate tips.
Why your NBN connection may soon speed up
New charging models could mean that congestion on the National Broadband Network will be reduced – but only if the biggest internet service providers get on board.
Hands on with Sony 4K HDR short-throw laser projector
For homes where you want a big picture in a small space, Sony's short-throw VPL-VZ1000ES projector has you covered.
Is the afterlife for this world on social media?
Social media platforms have become the strange custodians of our digital legacies.
Apple's tricky issue with one of its most popular features
Many of the iPhone's existing features are too complicated for many users to figure out.
Farpoint is the best VR shooting experience you can get at home
Sony's PlayStation VR has flown mostly under the radar since its release six months ago, with a steady flow of smaller games, optional modes and ports from other systems making up the bulk of its content. So the recently released Farpoint — as a full-sized, full-priced shooter that requires the headset to work — immediately stands out from the crowd.
Will NBN's new CVC bandwidth pricing fix congestion woes?
The NBN is offering internet providers a better deal on bandwidth if they buy in bulk, but will your ISP improve its service or just pocket the savings?
Skype copies Snapchat in big redesign
Mmajor redesign of the the mobile app includes a "Highlights" feature that lets customers snap temporary photos and videos.
Chess master Garry Kasparov still 'a sore loser'
Chess master says artificial intelligence isn't a threat - we should be more worried by the "level of intelligence in the White House".
Facebook blasted by shareholders over fake news
Facebook chief executive Mark Zuckerberg has faced sharp criticism during the company's annual shareholders meeting about how the company operates, deals with violence and handles fake news.
Dubai's Robocop reports for duty
A robotic policeman which can help identify wanted criminals and collect evidence has joined Dubai's police force and will patrol busy areas in the city, as part of a government programme aimed at replacing some human crime-fighters with machines.
Hackers hold start-up's customer data for ransom
Hackers reportedly threatened to publish tech company's data online unless Bitcoin were paid.
The magic of mystery video game tournaments
When you enter a gaming tournament, you usually know what you're in for. Unless you're entering a mystery game tournament. Do that, as dozens of people did at the Combo Breaker event in the US state of Illinois last weekend, and you're playing the notorious Dong Dong Never Die.
'Something fishy' about Trump's Twitter follower numbers
Reports have zinged around the internet this week about a sudden and mysterious surge in President Donald Trump's Twitter following, along with dark musings that something nefarious may be afoot.
These smart pants are better at yoga then you are
Australian tech clothing company WearableX has created smart yoga pants that give you the feedback you need to make any adjustments yourself.
The ultimate pool party speaker
The UE Wonderboom is the latest in Logitech's Ultimate Ears range of Bluetooth speakers.
Zeiss, nice or nasty?
Zeiss's Sonnar lens has a distinct retro character, but how does it hold up to modern photographic demands?