• All the stories tagged with Australia

    Australian police terrified of 3D printed guns move to make it illegal

    It seems the world has got itself hooked to 3D printers, from Big Bang Theory to all major Tech blogs to newspapers all keep churning out something about this almost magical device. “The Liberator” which looks nothing more than an … .

    Evonik Kite-powered Electric Car traverses Australia using under AUD15 electricity

    Fuel isn’t always renewable and for that which cannot be remade we need sustainable substitutes. One such energy is wind and the Evonik Kite-powered Electric Car joins the league of eco-friendly electric/hybrid cars that join the revolution. In fact, the … .

    Australian website imposes tax on IE 7 users

    An online retailer from Australia ‘Kogan’ has had it with Internet Explorer 7. Anyone who visits the website using IE 7 will be charged an additional 6.8% tax (IE tax) on purchases. Interestingly that figure is derived as 0.1% for … .

    CSIRO develops the world’s fastest microwave wireless link

    A point-to-point microwave wireless transmission link with the highest physical-layer data rate ever achieved, 10 Gigabits per second (Gbit/s) in each direction, has been demonstrated by Australia’s national research agency, CSIRO. The tech will be used to create high speed … .

    iPad refunds in line after 4G LTE scandal in Australia

    The newest iPad devices came in with a promise of 4G LTE. I wonder how many users actually invested in the device for its 4G capabilities. However, whatever you may have invested for, it’s always good to get the maximum … .

    Reverse parking with the aid of Kinect

    The Kinect system in itself was impressive and now that its SDK is out, developers and researchers worldwide are thinking of innovative ways to use the motion sensing technology. Some bright minds from the University of Technology in Sydney have … .

    Samsung beats Apple in the Australian smartphone market, says IDC report

    iPhone 4S might be seducing tech pundits with Siri, but its Samsung that is ruling the heart of Aussies. Here is a report that shows that Samsung is presently crowning the top position in the mobile market of Australia. Some … .

    Samsung sprinkles salt on Apple’s scars from Australia, Credits Cupertino

    Whatever happened to all the diplomacy that was building up? There’s an open war now that’s being waged between Apple and Samsung. The whole hype behind the Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 being cleared in Australia, despite Apple’s efforts to stall … .

    Australia to get superhero license plates and they are legal

    Comic lovers down under can soon showcase love for their favorite super hero. On November 30, VPlates will be offering a range of classic DC Comic Superheroes number plates which will include Superman, Supergirl, Batman, Wonder Woman, The Flash and … .

    Drunken Australian man caught driving beer cooler

    Being caught driving is one thing. Being caught driving a beer cooler is sort of amusing! We’re pretty sure the cops who cornered this drunken guy, driving around on a motorized beer cooler in Australia had their fair share of … .

    Apple halts Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 release in Australia

    Apple and Samsung have sprung into a legal battle again. Besides the overflow of accusations, this one is hurting Australian fans of Samsung for they cannot have their hands on Galaxy Tab 10.1. the sales are going to be suspended … .

    Help Ms. Tea Smith to find her Mr. Right and go home with an iPad

    I understand the urge of product makers to dish out accessories for i-gadgets but how about a boy selling his kidney for an iPad or a Chinese girl ready to lose her virginity for iPhone? Even the word bizarre is … .

    The best beer commercial ever

    The idea behind this Australian beer ad is that if you expose something to awesome during the manufacturing process, it becomes super awesome. Cheers. [Geeksaresexy]

    It’s Official: Apple 2.0 store to debut in Australia

    The geekbench at Apple did a neat job keeping it under wraps, but we nailed it. For those wondering what Apple’s new store plans, here’s the deal: Apple will be launching its Apple 2.0 version soon, with Australia, US and … .

    Melbourne gets Mario themed trams

    Melbourne’s tram network love Mario so much that on the icons 25th birthday they decided to give the trams a bright red makeover in true Mario style. The tram also invites the general public to share their Mario memories on … .

    Samsung Galaxy Tab coming to Australia in November for AU $999

    The Galaxy Tab is headed down under and it is priced on the higher side at AU$999. It will be offered by all carriers starting November. [SMH]

    Sun installation controlled by an iPad and iPhone down under

    Artist Rafael Lozano-Hemmer, famous for his interactive art, has harnessed the latest technology from Apple’s iPhone, iPad and iPod touch to create one of his largest projects ever – a 3D, animated, scale model of the sun. Part of Melbourne’s … .

    Australian police wants one click police alarm on Facebook

    It looks like Facebook will have a police point of presence before the end of the year. Last week, members of the FBI, U.S immigration, Australian Federal Police (AFP) High Tech Crime Centre, the UK’s Child Exploitation and Online Protection … .

    Australian airline rents out iPads for inflight entertainment

    Not satisfied with more than 2 million worldwide sales since its release in April this year, Apple’s iPad is now set to change the face of in-flight entertainment. Jetstar, Australian airline Qantas’ budget baby sister, has announced plans for an … .

    Aussies develop robots on Segways for firing practice

    The armed forces are more into the future than we thought. Well, if that doesn’t sound convincing enough then how about the presence of Segways moving around the streets, disguised as normal people. This was done by Australian based company, … .

    SIMsystems SMS sensing underwear may be weird but has potential for taking care ofteh elderly

    As if our elderly aren’t embarrassed enough with uncontrollable bladders and adult diapers, SIMsystems have gone and added a little more insult to injury with a rather ridiculous concept in the form of text sending underwear. Their ‘tech’ infused underpants … .

    Australian man to pay $1.3 mn for uploading New Super Mario Bros

    There’s something that separates die hard game fans from ‘rich’ die hard game fans. The latter can have it their way while the former spend their life dreaming about what could be. The very much loved and adored New Super … .

    Aussies will be the first to get 3D TV

    Foxtel may be having something worth having in your country, especially when they make 3D come to your place before it touches anywhere else. The company has already had dealing with BSkyB in the UK. 3D content from Australia will … .

    Australian firm to design surveillance system inspired by Doom 3D

    Here’s something that could really make a gamer proud. The good old Doom 3D has been good enough to inspire an Australian firm to build a surveillance system that’s totally based on it. The design will be used to protect … .

    Rear-Projection Urinal makes sure you don’t miss a minute of the game

    That grueling 45 minute half of the league final makes sure that you’re in tune with every moment of the game. Every single move can mark its place in the history of the game and surely, the beer you’ve doused … .

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