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Samsung launches Galaxy Buds3 FE in Australia for AUD $249
Digital Entertainment

Samsung launches Galaxy Buds3 FE in Australia for AUD $249

Samsung launches Galaxy Buds3 FE in Australia at AUD $249, featuring Active Noise Cancellation, Galaxy AI integration, and up to 30 hours battery life.

By Kaleah Salmon • 5 min read • Wed, 20th Aug 2025
LG launches CineBeam S 4K projector in Australia at AUD $2,499
Digital Entertainment

LG launches CineBeam S 4K projector in Australia at AUD $2,499

LG launches the CineBeam S, its smallest 4K projector, in Australia at AUD $2,499 with a pre-order discount ahead of the 11 August release.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Tue, 12th Aug 2025
Amber Technology unveils JBL Summit Series at Melbourne hi-fi show
Smart Home

Amber Technology unveils JBL Summit Series at Melbourne hi-fi show

Amber Technology debuts JBL Summit Series loudspeakers at Melbourne's 2025 StereoNET Hi-Fi Show, showcasing top-tier audio innovations from iconic brands.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Tue, 12th Aug 2025
Tineco debuts FLOOR ONE S9 Artist Series vacuums in Australia
Smart Home

Tineco debuts FLOOR ONE S9 Artist Series vacuums in Australia

Tineco launches its FLOOR ONE S9 Artist Series wet and dry vacuums in Australia, featuring advanced cleaning tech and sleek designs from AUD $1,299.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Wed, 6th Aug 2025
Samsung's latest Fold & Flip phones become available in Australia
Wearables

Samsung's latest Fold & Flip phones become available in Australia

Samsung launches its latest Galaxy Z Fold7, Z Flip7, and Watch8 series in Australia, boasting AI features and record pre-orders amid rising multitasking trends.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Fri, 1st Aug 2025
Samsung's Premiere 5 projector arrives in Australia at AUD $2,999
Smart Home

Samsung's Premiere 5 projector arrives in Australia at AUD $2,999

Samsung launches The Premiere 5 interactive triple-laser ultra-short-throw projector in Australia, priced at AUD $2,999 with smart home and gaming features.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Thu, 31st Jul 2025
Motorola launches new moto g56 5G & g86 power 5G in Australia
Unified Communications

Motorola launches new moto g56 5G & g86 power 5G in Australia

Motorola launches the durable moto g56 5G and moto g86 power 5G in Australia, both priced under AUD $500 with long battery life and bright displays.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 24th Jul 2025
LG launches online-only home entertainment deals up to 60% off
Digital Entertainment

LG launches online-only home entertainment deals up to 60% off

LG offers up to 60% off select home entertainment products, including OLED TVs and a portable smart screen, in an exclusive Australian online sale.

By Melvin Hipolito • 5 min read • Thu, 24th Jul 2025
SpinTel launches Ultra WiFi 5G Modem with plug-and-play setup
Gaming

SpinTel launches Ultra WiFi 5G Modem with plug-and-play setup

SpinTel launches its Ultra WiFi 5G Modem in Australia, offering plug-and-play setup on Optus' 5G network from AUD $59/month with unlimited data.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Fri, 18th Jul 2025
Sony unveils RX1R III premium compact with 61MP sensor at AUD $7,999
Clean technologies

Sony unveils RX1R III premium compact with 61MP sensor at AUD $7,999

Sony launches the RX1R III premium compact camera with 61MP full-frame sensor, ZEISS lens, and advanced AI autofocus for AUD $7,999 in Australia from August 2025.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Wed, 16th Jul 2025

Global Stories

Consumer tech stories

Xsolla unveils LiveOps suite to boost D2C game monetisation
Low code & No code

Xsolla unveils LiveOps suite to boost D2C game monetisation

Xsolla launches its LiveOps Management Suite, a no-code tool to help game developers boost direct-to-consumer monetisation with real-time campaign management.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 15th Aug 2025
Hands-on Review: Narwal Freo Z10
Smart Home

Hands-on Review: Narwal Freo Z10

The Narwal Freo Z10 robot vacuum combines powerful suction and AI-powered self-cleaning for efficient, low-maintenance home cleaning at NZD $2,225.

By Tom Richmond • 7 min read • Fri, 1st Aug 2025
Hands-on Review: JBL Tour One M3 Headphones
Gaming

Hands-on Review: JBL Tour One M3 Headphones

The JBL Tour One M3 headphones, priced at NZD $569.99, offer superb 3D sound, 70-hour battery life, and versatile connectivity for serious audio fans.

By Damian Seeto • 4 min read • Mon, 28th Jul 2025
OPPO & Hasselblad extend imaging partnership for new phones
OPPO

OPPO & Hasselblad extend imaging partnership for new phones

OPPO extends its imaging partnership with Hasselblad to develop next-gen smartphone cameras, aiming to elevate mobile photography to new heights.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 24th Jul 2025

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Why Samsung QLED stands out as the number one TV choice
Gaming

Why Samsung QLED stands out as the number one TV choice

Samsung's QLED TVs, featuring Quantum Dot and Mini LED tech, deliver stunning colour, brightness and speed, making them ideal for gaming and bright rooms alike.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Wed, 30th Jul 2025
Desmond Ling appointed managing director NZ to lead MacGear
Supply Chain

Desmond Ling appointed managing director NZ to lead MacGear

Desmond Ling has been appointed managing director of MacGear New Zealand, bringing extensive experience to lead the tech distributor's growth and partnerships.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Mon, 28th Jul 2025
Amazon launches eero 7 series Wi-Fi 7 routers in New Zealand
Firewalls

Amazon launches eero 7 series Wi-Fi 7 routers in New Zealand

Amazon has launched its eero 7 and eero Pro 7 Wi-Fi 7 routers in New Zealand, offering multi-gigabit speeds from NZD $319.99 to $1,299.99 for three-packs.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Mon, 21st Jul 2025