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Amber Technology unveils Valentine's Day gift guide for 2025
Digital Entertainment

Amber Technology unveils Valentine's Day gift guide for 2025

Amber Technology has unveiled its Valentine's Day gift guide, showcasing audio products from JBL and the Philips NeoPix projector for home entertainment lovers.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 5th Feb 2025
Fujifilm launches advanced binoculars with stabilisation
FujiFilm

Fujifilm launches advanced binoculars with stabilisation

Fujifilm has unveiled its latest binoculars, the FUJINON TECHNO-STABISCOPE TS-L 16x40 and TS-L 20x40, featuring advanced image stabilisation for superior clarity.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Mon, 20th Jan 2025

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Vorwerk launches Thermomix TM7 in Australia & New Zealand
Customer Experience

Vorwerk launches Thermomix TM7 in Australia & New Zealand

Vorwerk has unveiled the Thermomix TM7, a cutting-edge kitchen appliance featuring AI support and voice control, priced at AUD $2,649 and NZD $2,849.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 19th Feb 2025
Proto appoints Todd Bouman as CEO amid rapid expansion
EduTech

Proto appoints Todd Bouman as CEO amid rapid expansion

Todd Bouman has been named CEO of Proto, succeeding founder David Nussbaum, as the firm looks to revolutionise hologram and spatial computing technologies.

By Moritz Florian • 3 min read • Mon, 17th Feb 2025
Hands-on Review: Creality Ender 3 V3 Plus 3D printer
AR, VR & Metaverse

Hands-on Review: Creality Ender 3 V3 Plus 3D printer

In a hands-on review, the Creality Ender 3 V3 Plus impresses with its spacious build volume and ease of use, making it an ideal entry-level 3D printer.

By Darren Price • 8 min read • Fri, 31st Jan 2025
Skylo expands satellite network for seamless global access
Unified Communications

Skylo expands satellite network for seamless global access

Skylo has unveiled its expanded satellite network, ensuring global connectivity for over a billion devices, addressing critical coverage gaps for users.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 16th Jan 2025
LG reveals AI innovations at CES 2025 for daily life ease
Digital Transformation

LG reveals AI innovations at CES 2025 for daily life ease

At CES 2025, LG Electronics is unveiling its latest AI innovations, showcasing immersive experiences designed to enhance daily living at the Las Vegas Convention Center.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 15th Jan 2025
Acer launches updated Swift Go laptops with Intel tech
Surveillance

Acer launches updated Swift Go laptops with Intel tech

Acer has launched the refreshed Swift Go laptops, featuring the latest Intel Core Ultra 200H processors and stunning 3K OLED displays for enhanced productivity.

By Catherine Knowles • 1 min read • Wed, 8th Jan 2025
LG unveils AI vision with Microsoft deal
Biometrics

LG unveils AI vision with Microsoft deal

LG Electronics has unveiled its vision for AI in daily life, emphasising how Affectionate Intelligence transforms home, mobility, and commerce.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 8th Jan 2025
Dreame unveils X50 Ultra & robotic arm at CES 2025
Robotics

Dreame unveils X50 Ultra & robotic arm at CES 2025

Dreame Technology has unveiled its innovative X50 Ultra robot vacuum and Bionic Multi-Joint Robotic Arm at CES 2025, transforming home cleaning.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 7th Jan 2025
Dell unveils monitors with groundbreaking display tech
Network Infrastructure

Dell unveils monitors with groundbreaking display tech

Dell Technologies has launched its latest flagship monitors, claiming to revolutionise display technology with enhanced visual and audio capabilities.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 7th Jan 2025
LG & will.i.am unveil AI-enhanced speaker range
Unified Communications

LG & will.i.am unveil AI-enhanced speaker range

LG Electronics has launched a new series of AI-enhanced Bluetooth speakers in partnership with will.i.am, featuring smart sound tech and immersive experiences.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 7th Jan 2025
Wearable device shipments to rise by 6.1% by 2024 IDC reports
Wearables

Wearable device shipments to rise by 6.1% by 2024 IDC reports

Global shipments of wearable devices are set to rise by 6.1% in 2024, hitting 538 million units, although growth is expected to slow in 2025.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Sun, 5th Jan 2025
LG unveils innovative MX platform at CES 2025 in Vegas
Marketing Technologies

LG unveils innovative MX platform at CES 2025 in Vegas

LG Electronics has debuted its LG Mobility Experience platform at CES 2025, merging smart home tech with automotive innovation to enhance mobility.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Fri, 3rd Jan 2025
Huawei leads 2024 global wearables market with 44.3% rise
Wearables

Huawei leads 2024 global wearables market with 44.3% rise

Huawei leads the global wearables market with a 44.3% year-on-year shipment increase, securing a 16.9% market share in 2024 despite a downturn.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 19th Dec 2024
Hands-on Review: Apple Watch Series 10 a sleek, advanced smartwatch for iPhone users
Wearables

Hands-on Review: Apple Watch Series 10 a sleek, advanced smartwatch for iPhone users

The Apple Watch Series 10 offers iPhone users a refined design and enhanced health features, making it a top contender in the smartwatch market.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Fri, 13th Dec 2024

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Hands-on Review: Norton 360 Platinum with the new Financial Monitoring
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Hands-on Review: Norton 360 Platinum with the new Financial Monitoring

Norton has launched Financial Monitoring within its 360 Platinum suite, enhancing users' financial security by tracking unusual activity and subscription changes.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Wed, 18th Dec 2024