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PropApp launches to empower Australian homeowners & movers
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Melbourne startup PropApp launches a new property app to help Australian homeowners connect with trusted agents, prioritising privacy and tailored support in Victoria.
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Samsung launches Galaxy S25 Edge in Australia from AUD $1,849
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Samsung launches the Galaxy S25 Edge in Australia from AUD $1,849, boasting a slim 5.8mm design and powerful Snapdragon 8 Elite processor.
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Hands-on Review: Sennheiser Profile USB mic blends pro audio with ease
Yesterday
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reviews
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digital entertainment
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personal computing devices
The Sennheiser Profile USB mic combines pro-grade sound and sleek design, offering podcasters and streamers easy setup and clear, warm audio.
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Australian investors drive record US options trading surge
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stock market
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investment
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millennials
Australian investors surge into US options trading with a 62.7% rise despite market volatility, trading USD $116.5 million in contracts in H1 2025.
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Teachers in Australia & New Zealand offered free Microsoft AI training
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Education Services Australia and Microsoft offer free AI training to teachers in Australia and New Zealand to promote safe, effective generative AI use in classrooms.
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Fujifilm unveils X half camera inspired by vintage design
Yesterday
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fujifilm
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photo sharing
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photography
Fujifilm launches X half, a compact digital camera blending vintage half-frame design with modern features.
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Hands-on Review: EPOS Impact 1000 headset game-changer for at home setups
Yesterday
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smart home
The EPOS Impact 1000 headset impresses with premium design, adaptive noise cancelling, long battery life and seamless multi-device connectivity for home working.
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Hands-on Review: EPOS Adapt 660 perfect choice for modern professionals
Yesterday
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uc
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reviews
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digital entertainment
The EPOS Adapt 660 USB-C offers modern professionals smart ANC, all-day comfort, and superb audio in a sleek, lightweight wireless headset ideal for work and play.
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Amazon Prime tops list as most-cancelled subscription app
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digital entertainment
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spotify
Amazon Prime tops the list of most-cancelled subscription apps, with 578,000 monthly cancellation searches, surpassing Disney+ by nearly 45%.
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Security agencies urge stronger AI data protocols & SIEM shift
2 days ago
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Global security agencies urge enhanced AI data security and updated SIEM-SOAR protocols to combat evolving cyber threats and safeguard critical systems.
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Hands-on Review: Poly Voyager Surround 80 headset brings clarity and comfort
2 days ago
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uc
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digital entertainment
The HP Poly Voyager Surround 80 headphones offer excellent call quality and comfort, making them ideal for hybrid workers needing reliable professional audio.
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LG unveils 2025 QNED evo TVs with advanced AI & Mini LED
2 days ago
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martech
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personalisation
LG launches its 2025 QNED evo TVs with Mini LED, advanced AI and webOS 25, offering vibrant colours and immersive sound in sizes up to 100 inches.
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Hands-on review: ASUS Zenbook A14 UX3407R
3 days ago
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gaming
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digital entertainment
The Asus Zenbook A14 UX3407R, a lightweight Windows laptop powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon, offers up to 32 hours battery life and strong performance for office and creative tasks.
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LG introduces 32-inch 4K smart monitor Swing in Australia
3 days ago
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digital entertainment
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tv
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digital art
LG launches 32-inch 4K Smart Monitor Swing in Australia, featuring touchscreen, rolling stand, webOS, and versatile use from July 2025.
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Liveheats secures AUD $1.3m to boost global sports platform
3 days ago
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data analytics
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sports
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support
Liveheats secures AUD $1.3m seed funding to expand its digital scoring platform for action sports globally, aiming to boost events and athlete performance.
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Fujifilm Australia unveils retro-inspired digital camera
4 days ago
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film
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fujifilm
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content creation
Fujifilm Australia launches the retro-inspired X half digital camera, blending classic film features with modern digital tech for AUD $1,349 in June 2025.
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Reskilling domestic violence survivors for tech roles boosts GDP
4 days ago
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data analytics
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ai
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cybersecurity
Reskilling domestic violence survivors for tech roles could add AUD $6.5 billion annually to Australia's economy, says Humans of Purpose blueprint.
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Airspeeder flying car races set the pace for the next mobility revolution
4 days ago
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network infrastructure
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edge computing
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cartech
Airspeeder's electric flying car races over South Australia's salt flats could spark a revolution in urban transport and eVTOL technology development.
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Sony unveils wireless grip, remote for Alpha cameras
5 days ago
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digital entertainment
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content creation
Sony launches the Wireless Shooting Grip and Remote Commander for Alpha cameras, offering improved handheld shooting and remote control from July 2025 in Australia.
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'Tech Neck' rising among women as study links pain to device use
5 days ago
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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australian economy
A study reveals 'Tech Neck' affects 68% of Australian women, linked to screen use; ergonomic habits and breaks can reduce prevalent neck pain.