Consumer tech stories - Page 8
Data privacy urged as strategic board issue in AI era
Mon, 2nd Feb 2026
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firewalls
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data protection
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data analytics
Cybersecurity leaders warn boards must treat data privacy as a strategic imperative as AI drives explosive growth in personal data use.
Windows security breaks ROG Xbox Ally handheld game consoles
Sat, 31st Jan 2026
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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cybersecurity
Windows 11 security is blocking key software on Asus ROG Xbox Ally consoles, leaving pricey handhelds struggling to launch games properly.
Logitech G offers 30-day refund on JB Hi-Fi mouse pre-orders
Fri, 30th Jan 2026
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gaming
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partner programmes
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digital entertainment
Logitech G offers 30-day money-back guarantee on JB Hi-Fi pre-orders of its PRO X2 SUPERSTRIKE gaming mouse in Australia.
Snap launches Specs unit to drive smart glasses push
Fri, 30th Jan 2026
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gaming
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wearables
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digital entertainment
Snap forms Specs unit to spearhead next-gen smart glasses, promising AI-driven, low-friction eyewear that blends digital and real worlds.
Google Photos adds AI editing tools for Australians
Wed, 28th Jan 2026
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surveillance
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genai
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data privacy
Google Photos is rolling out AI-powered editing in Australia, letting Android users transform images simply by typing or speaking prompts.
TP-Link debuts 4K solar Tapo C660 KIT in Australia
Wed, 28th Jan 2026
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storage
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iot
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smart home
TP-Link launches the Tapo C660 KIT in Australia, a 4K solar-powered outdoor security camera with AI tracking and pan-and-tilt coverage.
MasterChef winner reveals tech secrets to better hosting
Wed, 28th Jan 2026
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iot
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smart home
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power / energy
MasterChef winner Laura Sharrad reveals how smart fridges and connected tech cut stress, waste and chaos from Australian home hosting.
Samsung readies anti-shoulder surf privacy feature
Wed, 28th Jan 2026
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data protection
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mdm
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physical security
Samsung is preparing a Galaxy privacy tool that blurs on-screen details to thwart shoulder surfers on commutes and in crowded spaces.
Reolink launches 4K dual-lens floodlight camera in Australia
Wed, 28th Jan 2026
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iot
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smart home
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digital entertainment
Reolink brings its 4K dual-lens TrackFlex floodlight camera to Australia, promising pan-tilt-zoom coverage and AI search for AUD $399.99.
Hands-on review: Dell Pro Plus Wireless Speakerphone
Wed, 28th Jan 2026
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uc
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digital entertainment
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hybrid & remote work
Dell's Pro Plus Wireless Speakerphone delivers crisp, Teams-ready audio in a compact, travel-friendly package that works straight from the box.
Sony unveils new wireless turntables for Australia
Fri, 23rd Jan 2026
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smart home
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digital entertainment
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clean technologies
Sony has unveiled PS-LX3BT and PS-LX5BT wireless turntables for Australia, priced at AUD $469 and AUD $599, aimed at vinyl newcomers and fans.
Sony unveils LinkBuds Clip open earbuds for awareness
Fri, 23rd Jan 2026
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digital entertainment
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headphones
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sony
Sony's LinkBuds Clip are open-clip earbuds with three listening modes, designed for all-day wear and situational awareness at AUD $329.95.
Edifier adds three new noise-cancelling earbuds range
Tue, 20th Jan 2026
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digital entertainment
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anc
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wireless headphones
Edifier brings three new ANC earbuds to Australia via Officeworks, with prices from AUD $189 to AUD $299 and features like spatial audio.
Foyer unveils Thine, an ambient AI for in-person chat
Fri, 16th Jan 2026
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data protection
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data privacy
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ai
Foyer has launched Thine, an iOS “ambient AI” that quietly learns from in-person chats to nudge users on decisions and priorities.
AI Media Station puts edge intelligence in the lounge
Thu, 15th Jan 2026
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data protection
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surveillance
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biometrics
KTC and Consult Red unveil AI Media Station, a Qualcomm-powered proof-of-concept bringing private edge AI control to living room media hubs.
Hands-on review: Silicon Power Hypera microSDXC Express card
Thu, 15th Jan 2026
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storage
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Silicon Power's Hypera microSDXC Express card brings near-SSD speeds and affordable extra storage to Nintendo Switch 2 gamers.
Samsung brings Fender Play music lessons to its TVs
Wed, 14th Jan 2026
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digital transformation
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e-learning
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smart home
Samsung will bring a TV-optimised Fender Play app to 2025 and newer TVs in 49 countries, launching globally in the first half of 2026.
Seeing Machines unveils unified 3D in-cabin sensing
Wed, 14th Jan 2026
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robots
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cartech
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self-driving cars
Seeing Machines debuts a unified 3D in-cabin sensing platform at CES 2026, mapping whole vehicle interiors with a single perception layer.
Siemens unveils Digital Twin Composer for factories
Wed, 14th Jan 2026
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manufacturing
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digital transformation
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data science
Siemens launches Digital Twin Composer to build metaverse-style factory twins, unifying design, simulation and operations in 3D scenes.
OWC unveils 8TB Envoy Ultra Thunderbolt 5 portable SSD
Wed, 14th Jan 2026
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hpc
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microsoft
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intel
OWC launches 8TB Envoy Ultra, a rugged bus-powered Thunderbolt 5 portable SSD claiming over 6,000MB/s speeds and IP67 protection.