The challenge in this year’s INTERFACE Student Minecraft Competition was to create a sustainable and biodiverse marine habitat and, once again, students proved more than up to the task. ‘Brilliant, ‘Absolutely amazing’ and ‘So much imagination and creativity’, were among the judges’ comments. Thanks to everyone who entered. […]
As the digital landscape evolves, so do the risks. Sadly, this means that schools worldwide, including those here in New Zealand, have become prime targets for cyber criminals due to the valuable personal data they store. Increasingly schools and kura rely on digital products for administration and learning […]
Hado NZ is set to host the 2024 Summer Cup Showdown, where teams of three will face off to compete for the top spot. The event is being held at Rangitoto College in the Rangi Centre on Sunday 1 December, from 9am to 6pm. Placement and spot prizes […]
Tell the time, set an alarm … and have your smartphone charged and ready when you wake up in the morning with a Wireless Charging Alarm Clock. The clock comes with three display options (combining time, date and temperature), 12/24 Hour selection, and alarm with programmable snooze. In […]
Think the bath and shower are smartphone-free zones? Think again. Now you don’t have to go without just because things get a little wet and steamy. Keep your device safe and dry with a Bathroom Phone Waterproof Case. Made from tough plastic, the case comes with an easy-to-open […]
Periodic Table Design? Or Shortcuts for Office? We have two large, rubber-backed mouse pads as prizes – one with each of these designs. Washable, non-slip and with durable stitched edges, these mats are a welcome and attractive addition to any desk. Not only will they ensure your mouse […]
Struggling with your mobile signal? If so, a Sp11 Pro Portable Cell Phone Signal Booster Kit could be just what you need to enhance voice and data services. No battery, electronics or power required. Attach the sticker (with an embedded antenna) to your phone and it claims to […]
Have you tried Hado? Now’s your chance to take part in the world’s first techno sport … and for free. Starting 2 November, free VR dodgeball sessions are running every Saturday from 1-2 pm at Massey YMCA, until 14 December. The activity is open to ages 7 and […]
Despite being designed to be inherently human and social, Frankenstories has won an AI assessment grant from MIT Solve, sponsored by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. Featured in the March issue of INTERFACE, the creative writing game challenges students to stitch a story together from an initial […]
In the world of education technology, devices come and go, but few have a legacy like Dynabook. While you may be unfamiliar with the name, now’s the time to rediscover an old favourite, a brand that’s been engineering some of the most reliable and innovative classroom laptops for […]
Ensuring schools and kura have more oversight of their online environments was one of the main drivers behind the development of N4L’s self-service platform, MyN4L. Te Maire St Francis of Assisi Catholic School has been one of the first schools to benefit from the platform gaining simplified control […]
Want to enter our Student Minecraft competition but haven’t submitted your entry yet? Today’s the day – the last day of Term 3 – that you need to make your submission. Don’t delay. Find out more and enter at interfaceonline.co.nz/minecraft2024/ INTERFACE September 2024
