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DigiDirect Group acquires Mwave to expand gaming portfolio
Gaming

DigiDirect Group acquires Mwave to expand gaming portfolio

The digiDirect Group has acquired online gaming retailer Mwave, expanding its portfolio and promising continuity for staff and customers amid post-pandemic challenges.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 18th Jun 2025
Gen MZ Australians spend AUD $9.2 billion on smart home tech
Smart Home

Gen MZ Australians spend AUD $9.2 billion on smart home tech

Gen MZ Australians spent AUD $9.2 billion on smart home tech last year, using devices to care for children, pets, and plants in daily routines.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 4 min read • Tue, 17th Jun 2025
Hisense launches HT SATURN surround system in Australia
Home Theatre

Hisense launches HT SATURN surround system in Australia

Hisense launches the HT SATURN 4.1.2 surround sound system in Australia, priced at AUD $1,199, featuring Devialet-tuned audio and Dolby Atmos support.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Fri, 13th Jun 2025
Hisense unveils M2 Pro Laser Mini Projector in Australia at AUD $2,499
Digital Entertainment

Hisense unveils M2 Pro Laser Mini Projector in Australia at AUD $2,499

Hisense launches the M2 Pro Laser Mini Projector in Australia, offering 4K clarity, Dolby Audio, and smart streaming for AUD $2,499.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Jun 2025
LG offers up to 37% off top appliances in end-of-year sale
Smart Home

LG offers up to 37% off top appliances in end-of-year sale

LG is offering up to 37% off on washing machines, fridges, vacuums, and ovens in its end-of-financial-year sale across Australia.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 5th Jun 2025
E-waste hacking: The unknown data security crisis
Data Protection

E-waste hacking: The unknown data security crisis

Australian e-waste, tripling the global average, presents rising cybersecurity risks, with 10-20% of breaches linked to improper disposal of old devices.

By Ross Thompson • 5 min read • Wed, 4th Jun 2025

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Consumer tech stories

Hands-on Review: JBL Wave Beam 2 (True Wireless Earbuds)
Digital Entertainment

Hands-on Review: JBL Wave Beam 2 (True Wireless Earbuds)

JBL Wave Beam 2 earphones offer Active Noise Cancelling, 40 hours playback, and IP54 rating, all for under NZD $90 - a top budget pick for sound and features.

By Tom Richmond • 4 min read • Mon, 23rd Jun 2025
Hisense to stream FIFA Club World Cup 2025 free on smart TVs
Digital Entertainment

Hisense to stream FIFA Club World Cup 2025 free on smart TVs

Hisense will stream all FIFA Club World Cup 2025 matches free on its and Toshiba smart TVs via DAZN, enhancing global sports viewing with interactive features.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Thu, 19th Jun 2025
Consumers cut spending as inflation & tariffs hit groceries
Supply Chain

Consumers cut spending as inflation & tariffs hit groceries

Rising inflation and tariffs are forcing global consumers to cut grocery spending, shift to discount retailers, and reduce purchases across several retail categories.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Wed, 18th Jun 2025
Hands-on Review: JBL Flip 7 Bluetooth speaker
Digital Entertainment

Hands-on Review: JBL Flip 7 Bluetooth speaker

The JBL Flip 7 speaker delivers impressive sound clarity and bass in a compact, eco-friendly design, priced at $199.95 with up to 16 hours of playtime.

By Owen McCarthy • 3 min read • Fri, 13th Jun 2025
Liftoff unveils AppRefinery for app insights & market trends
Gaming

Liftoff unveils AppRefinery for app insights & market trends

Liftoff launches AppRefinery, an AI-powered platform offering developers deep insights into over 20 app categories to boost user engagement and growth.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 13th Jun 2025
Logitech unveils Flip Folio case with magnetically stowed keyboard
Clean technologies

Logitech unveils Flip Folio case with magnetically stowed keyboard

Logitech launches Flip Folio, a keyboard case for iPad Pro and Air, featuring a magnetically stowed Bluetooth keyboard and eco-friendly materials, priced from $169.99.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Jun 2025
Samsung 9100 Pro PCIe 5.0 x4 NVMe M.2 SSD
Gaming

Samsung 9100 Pro PCIe 5.0 x4 NVMe M.2 SSD

The Samsung 9100 Pro PCIe 5.0 x4 NVMe M.2 SSD offers blazing data transfer speeds up to 14,700 MB/s, ideal for gamers and creative professionals.

By Darren Price • 6 min read • Mon, 9th Jun 2025
Kingston unveils refreshed XS Series SSDs for pros & users
Storage

Kingston unveils refreshed XS Series SSDs for pros & users

Kingston launches refreshed XS Series external SSDs, offering up to 4TB storage and 2,000MB/s speeds for pros and portable options for everyday users.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 9th Jun 2025
Belkin launches accessories for Nintendo Switch 2 in Australia
Gaming

Belkin launches accessories for Nintendo Switch 2 in Australia

Belkin has launched a range of gaming accessories for the Nintendo Switch 2, including charging cases and screen protectors, now available across Australia.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Fri, 6th Jun 2025

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Singapore urged to embrace circular tech to slash e-waste
Desktop-as-a-Service

Singapore urged to embrace circular tech to slash e-waste

Singapore faces rising e-waste with 2.9 million unused smartphones idle, prompting calls for circular tech to cut waste and emissions by up to 40%.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Jun 2025
GigaDevice opens global headquarters in Singapore for reach
Internet of Things

GigaDevice opens global headquarters in Singapore for reach

GigaDevice has opened its global headquarters in Singapore to boost its semiconductor market growth and strengthen global customer and supply chain ties.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 5th Jun 2025