• News

    Here's What Victoria's Proposed Taxi Laws Could Mean For You

    Taxi drivers could set their own fares under legislative changes proposed by the Victorian government.

  • News

    Drones Are Now Delivering Mexican Food by Air in Rural Australia

    Guzman Y Gomez is working with Google parent company Alphabet to deliver burritos by drone just outside of Canberra.

  • News

    This Dubai Coffee Shop Is Trialling Delivery by Drone

    In a one-day trial, beachgoers had iced coffees in their hands within 15 minutes of ordering.

  • News

    Nokia Is Re-Releasing Its Classic 3310 Snake-Bearing Phone in 3G

    So you can play Snake, text your mates and browse Facebook.

  • News

    This Aircon Smartwatch Promises To Keep You Cool From the Wrist Up

    The wearable device aims to offer a reprieve from heat and cold by sending signals to the wearer's brain through a special wrist strap.

Latest Guides
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    Uber Has Been Stripped of Its License to Operate in London

    The ride-sharing service has been deemed "not fit and proper to hold a private hire operator licence."

  • News

    This New Device Will Let You Charge Your Phone From a Distance

    It charges your device using electromagnetic technology.

  • News

    What to Expect from the Just-Launched iPhone X in Six Water Cooler Bullet Points

    The home button is gone on Apple's newest, most ambitious device — but you'll be able to unlock it with your face.

  • News

    Smart Drones Will Be Patrolling Aussie Beaches for Sharks This Summer

    The battery-powered drones will be able to detect sharks in the water, warn swimmers and alert emergency authorities.

  • News

    Robot Staff Are Being Trialled at Sydney Airport This Week

    Chip the humanoid robot will be helping out customers.

  • News

    Nokia's New Smartphone Has Been Built for Live-Streaming Selfies

    The Nokia 8 has just been released globally, but its flagship feature is one that might be irrelevant before it hits the shelves.

  • News

    Uber's Flying Taxis Could Be Coming to Australia

    The ridesharing service's Elevate project could be trialled in Sydney and Melbourne as soon as 2023.

  • News

    What Does It Realistically Take to Live on Mars?

    A scientist and a future Martian discuss how humans can one day live on the Red Planet.

  • News

    This New Service Lets You Send People Anonymous Eggplants for Some Reason

    For the friend/Tinder date/significant other that has everything.

  • News

    Tesla Has Just Started Production on Its First Mass-Market Electric Car

    This will make the price of a Tesla car significantly more affordable.

  • News

    You Can Now Virtually Explore Uluru with Google Street View

    In collaboration with the Anangu people, Google has captured stories and 360-degree imagery of trails within the Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park.

Latest Events
  • Event

    Sunset Boulevard

    Tuesday, May 21 - Sunday, August 11, 2024

    Princess Theatre, Melbourne

    Starring Sarah Brightman as Norma Desmond, this Tony-winning musical based on the film of the same name is playing Melbourne.

  • Event

    Sister Act: A Divine Musical Comedy

    Sunday, November 3 - Sunday, December 15, 2024

    Regent Theatre, Melbourne

    Your prayers have been answered: this smash-hit Broadway musical is finally bringing its screen-to-stage show to Melbourne.

  • Event

    $8 Tickets for Eight Days at FoMo Cinemas

    Friday, May 24 - Friday, May 31, 2024

    FoMo Cinemas, Brunswick East

    Hitting the flicks at this new East Brunswick Village cinema just got cheaper, with every ticket to every movie costing just $8 during this eight-day special.

  • Event

    EziStreat x 91Vintage Mini Night Market 3.0

    Saturday, May 18, 2024

    EziStreat, North Melbourne

    Pre-loved clothes, top-tier snacks and live DJ sets will be taking over the North Melbourne food hall and beer garden for one day only.

  • Event

    Rocco's On Tour

    Sunday, May 19 and Sunday, May 26, 2024 

    Toorak Cellars, Armadale

    Rocco's will be slinging two of its most popular sandwiches at two southside pop-ups this month.

  • Event

    Spanish Film Festival

    Friday, June 14 - Wednesday, July 10, 2024

    Select cinemas in Melbourne, Various locations

    Say hola to the Melbourne's annual showcase of Spanish and Latin American movies — including a celebration of Salvador Dalí in cinema.

  • Event

    Donut Festival 2024

    Saturday, June 1 - Sunday, June 2, 2024

    Queen Victoria Market, Melbourne

    This annual homage to the world's favourite holey treat has gotten a whole lot bigger.

  • Event

    Mud Crab Special at Spice Temple

    Wednesday, May 1 - Friday, May 31, 2024

    Spice Temple, Southbank

    This coveted mud crab special is making its long-awaited seasonal return to the Southbank restaurant's menu — but only for a limited time.

  • Event

    Bottomless Dumplings at Dimmy Su

    Friday, May 10 - Wednesday, July 31, 2024

    Welcome to Brunswick, Brunswick

    Close out the work day with all-you-can-eat dumplings for less than $30.

  • Event

    Monster

    Thursday, May 9 - Wednesday, May 29, 2024

    Select cinemas in Melbourne, Various locations

    Hirokazu Kore-eda's first Japanese film since 'Shoplifters' is yet another of the great director's deeply empathetic masterpieces.

  • News

    How Apple's New HomePod Smart Speaker Works

    A quick look at Apple's new Siri-based home speaker taking on Google Home and Amazon Echo.

  • News

    V Love Is the New Dating App Specifically for Vegans and Vegetarians

    A foolproof way to meet people you're into who aren't into eating meat.

  • News

    Uber Is Rolling Out New Group and Upscale Ride Options

    The new uberXL service is targeted at groups, and uberSELECT connects you with a driver in a high-end vehicle.

  • News

    You Might Soon Be Able to Book Holidays In Virtual Reality

    Wander through your chosen location, search for flights, pick your seat, give a few rental cars a try and purchase your trip, all in VR.

  • News

    Google's Co-Founder Just Revealed a Legitimate 'Flying Car' Prototype

    Larry Page's 'Kitty Hawk Flyer' essentially resembles a mix between a jetski and a hoverboard.

  • News

    Four-Wheeled Food Delivery Robots Are Cruising the Streets of San Francisco

    Forget UberEATS — your next meal could be delivered by a robot.

  • News

    Wireless Phone-to-Phone Charging Might Soon Be A Reality

    Researchers are developing technology that will wirelessly transfer power between electronic devices.

  • News

    Female-Only Ridesharing Service Shebah Has Launched in Melbourne and Brisbane

    An alternative for women who feel uncomfortable using other ridesharing apps.

  • News

    New Friend-Matching Social Media Network Hobspot is Tinder for Mates

    The just-launched app helps you connect with like-minded people online.

  • News

    What to Expect from Nokia's New Smartphone Trio in Five Water Cooler Bullet Points

    An easy rundown of the Nokia 6, 5 and 3 — and that revamped classic 3310.

  • News

    Wireless Charging Rooms Might Soon Be a Reality

    Say goodbye cables, hello battery power thanks to this new technological advancement.

  • News

    This New Real-Time Translation App Will Change the Way You Travel

    The Aussie-made app translates both words and voice in 90 different languages.

  • News

    Is Vienna's World-First Virtual Reality Bar the Hangout Spot of the Future?

    Combining the real and virtual worlds, with beverages.

  • News

    Someone Has Invented the First Toothbrush With Artificial Intelligence

    It sounds incredibly clever and helpful, as well as a bit like technology in overdrive.

  • News

    This Wearable Alcohol Sensor Tells You How Drunk You Are (And Will Be)

    Find out just how those after-work drinks are hitting the spot.

  • News

    This Transparent Speaker Alerts You When Parts Need Replacing (and Recycles Them)

    Its creators are hoping to reduce the world's epic amount of annual e-waste.

  • News

    Five New Pieces of Everyday Tech from CES 2017 (Including One Big Dud)

    Smart collars, smart scooters, smart... hairbrushes?

  • News

    Someone Has Invented 'Back to the Future'-Inspired Solar-Powered Clothing

    Imagine charging your phone just by slipping it in your pocket.

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