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Qantas takes customers on VR journey with new app
AR, VR & Metaverse

Qantas takes customers on VR journey with new app

Qantas launches new VR app allowing users to explore destinations before travelling; book flights directly from the app.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Mon, 14th Nov 2016
The dangers of in-flight Wi-Fi: Airplanes 'unique' hacking grounds
Unified Communications

The dangers of in-flight Wi-Fi: Airplanes 'unique' hacking grounds

In-flight Wi-Fi poses security risks as hackers can easily access passenger data, according to cybersecurity firm NordVPN.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Oct 2016
CEO apologises following Delta Airlines data center outage
Disaster Recovery

CEO apologises following Delta Airlines data center outage

A power outage at Delta Airlines' Atlanta data center caused the cancellation and delay of thousands of flights worldwide.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 9th Aug 2016
Airlines losing money that could be saved
Airlines

Airlines losing money that could be saved

Over 70% of airlines don't have an effective cash-flow forecasting solution in place, despite more than 90% realising that it's a priority.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Tue, 19th Jul 2016
Airlines' cyber security awareness now sky high
Cybersecurity

Airlines' cyber security awareness now sky high

Cyber security is a hot topic for airlines around the world, with 91% indicating that they will invest in security programs over the next 3 years.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Thu, 30th Jun 2016
Vendors reaping the rewards from restructures, experts say
Network Infrastructure

Vendors reaping the rewards from restructures, experts say

Restructuring led to margin improvement for most vendors in 2015, but vendors need to pursue automation to obtain a long-term cost advantage.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 14th Jun 2016
IBM & Emirates' $300 million 10 year tech services agreement
Infrastructure-as-a-Service

IBM & Emirates' $300 million 10 year tech services agreement

IBM has partnered with Emirates Airline in a 10-year technology services agreement worth approximately US$300 million.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Fri, 10th Jun 2016
Amadeus: Big data analytics key to efficient travel
Data Analytics

Amadeus: Big data analytics key to efficient travel

A new discussion paper from Amadeus points to the power of big data and analytics in the airline travel industry.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Wed, 8th Jun 2016
74% of Asia Pacific business flyers want in-flight internet
Unified Communications

74% of Asia Pacific business flyers want in-flight internet

90% of passengers want access to reliable in-flight internet. 74% of business flyers will spend more to use it, a survey by Inmarsat and GfK says.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 25th May 2016
Drones and virtual reality: A match made in heaven?
Drones

Drones and virtual reality: A match made in heaven?

A new drone has been released that has the capability to record 360 degree footage - ideal for virtual reality.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Thu, 12th May 2016
Grand slam! The Xiro Xplorer drone wins six industry design awards
Drones

Grand slam! The Xiro Xplorer drone wins six industry design awards

The iF Design Award is one of the world's most recognised technology design honours, often known as the 'Oscar' of the design industry.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Fri, 1st Apr 2016
Counter-drone vendor heads to local shores with ANZ distie deal
Drones

Counter-drone vendor heads to local shores with ANZ distie deal

Counter-drone security product vendor Department 13 is winging its way to ANZ after signing up a local distribution partner.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Fri, 22nd Jan 2016
Xiro drones a huge hit at the recent Consumer Electronics Show
Drones

Xiro drones a huge hit at the recent Consumer Electronics Show

The annual CES was officially opened in the United States on the 6th of January, with Xiro's Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV) stealing the show.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Mon, 18th Jan 2016
CityLink turns 20 years old
Space

CityLink turns 20 years old

It might have recently turned 20 years old, but if you mention the name CityLink in Auckland, people immediately think 'bus company'.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 9th Dec 2015
In real life: Rise of the machines
Robotics

In real life: Rise of the machines

Sometimes real life has a habit of mimicking Hollywood. Recent events however, could signal the chilling beginning of a robopocalypse.

By Patrick Pilcher • 2 min read • Wed, 2nd Sep 2015
Aussie Government gears up for nbn satellite launch
Unified Communications

Aussie Government gears up for nbn satellite launch

The nbn long term satellite service will be a 'game changer' for those living and working in regional and remote areas.

By Catherine Knowles • 1 min read • Wed, 19th Aug 2015
Why tech retailers have learnt to say no
Digital Signage

Why tech retailers have learnt to say no

10 years ago computer retailers filled their stores with desktop computers, monitors and rows of software. Today they're almost unrecognisable.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Mon, 17th Aug 2015
Jetstar launches kinetic email campaign with Oracle cloud
Oracle

Jetstar launches kinetic email campaign with Oracle cloud

Jetstar has selected the services of cloud provider Oracle in order to deliver a new interactive email marketing campaign to Jetstar customers.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 13th Aug 2015
Are drones the new weapon of choice for Kiwi burglars?
Drones

Are drones the new weapon of choice for Kiwi burglars?

Kiwi burglars could start using drones to target homes due to lack of regulations, warns home security expert.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 15th Jun 2015