Wi-Fi access valued more than sex
17 June, 2015Yep, you read that right. In one of this year's cheekiest new product media releases, networking solutions provider Linksys has included results of a sponsored InfoBrief published by International Data Corporation (IDC) titled 'The Home Network: Our Neglected Warhorse'.
Mitsubishi Triton scores five stars for safety
16 June, 2015ANCAP has awarded the new-generation Mitsubishi Triton a 5 star ANCAP safety rating.
Milwaukee M18 FUEL 7/16″ Hex high torque impact driver
16 June, 2015The Milwaukee M18 FUEL 7/16″ Hex high torque impact driver is equipped with a 7/16″ Hex Quick-Connect for fast, secure insertion of augers and socket adapters. It also features robust attachment points that help prevent tool loss when being used in an elevated position.
Autonomous vehicles — are we really ready?
15 June, 2015 by Dannielle FurnessThe Boston Consulting Group (BCG), a leading advisor on business strategy, has released a comprehensive report on the future of autonomous vehicles. According to BCG, it's no longer a matter of if, but when, they will hit the road. The ramifications are far-reaching and a number of societal, legal and regulatory issues will be raised as these vehicles come to market.
Building Australia open for registration
15 June, 2015The Master Builders 2015 National Conference, Exhibition and Awards will be held 12–14 November. It is an opportunity for Master Builders Australia-wide to come together and learn more about the industry and future direction. This year's theme is 'Build Australia', which focuses on leadership and assisting members to grow their business.
Imarda to merge with International Telematics
15 June, 2015Leading fleet management technology companies International Telematics Holdings Limited and Imarda Pty Ltd have announced their intention to merge and form a new entity named Coretex.
New travel cost calculator assists motorists
12 June, 2015Bayswater Car Rentals has launched the Fuel & Trip Calculator to help users budget petrol costs and travel time. It is available on the Bayswater website for use by anyone, not just customers of the company.
Attacks on mobile devices and networks the biggest threat to enterprise
11 June, 2015Check Point Software Technologies has issued its 2015 Security Report, the company's third annual report revealing the major security threats that impacted organisations across the world.
Defying distance
11 June, 2015The New South Wales Rural Fire Service (NSW RFS) has selected the Polycom RealPresence One video collaboration solution to enable seamless, real-time communication between 900 staff across the state and thousands of volunteer members.
The smartphone apps bleeding your battery dry
10 June, 2015For all the good that smartphones have delivered - convenience, connectivity and mobility - there's still the eternal problem of battery charge, or lack thereof. You'd think by now that we'd have a solution to this endlessly irritating problem, but most smartphone users still need to recharge on a daily basis. At least.
Crash assistance app
09 June, 2015This is one of those things you wish you didn't need but may save you valuable time if you are unfortunate enough to require it. CrashAssist, an app from the Australian Accident Repairers Network (AARN), is designed to utilise the existing technology inherent in smartphones, including maps, contacts, clock, calendar, email and camera, to assist in the difficult and stressful time following a car accident.
Yet more truck recall notices issued
05 June, 2015Suspicious minds could be forgiven for thinking there are greater forces at play, with the release of yet more product recall notices affecting Australian truck fleets.
In conversation
04 June, 2015FSB editor Dannielle Furness spoke with Steffi Harbert, Field Force Automation Manager from Ergon Energy.
GenNBN will never work an eight-hour day
04 June, 2015According to a new report commissioned by nbn (formerly known as NBN Co), the next generation of Australians may never put in an uninterrupted eight-hour working day, watch a preprogrammed TV show or aspire to live in a capital city.
Free phone calls for beta testers
04 June, 2015A new app that developers claim will rival Skype is moving into beta testing and the call is out for 30,000 individuals to take part.
