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Tineco launches steam-powered FLOOR ONE S7 in Australia
Health Technologies

Tineco launches steam-powered FLOOR ONE S7 in Australia

Tineco launches FLOOR ONE S7 Stretch Steam in Australia at AUD $1,199, offering chemical-free floor cleaning with TÜV-certified hygiene and 80-minute runtime.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Mon, 27th Oct 2025
Explainer: The spectacular collapse of Apple's Buzzle stores
Apple

Explainer: The spectacular collapse of Apple's Buzzle stores

Buzzle, formed as Apple's largest Australian reseller in 2000, collapsed within six months amid the dot‑com bust, sparking a precedent‑setting legal battle with Apple.

By Sean Mitchell • 6 min read • Thu, 23rd Oct 2025
Cricut unveils new craft materials & exclusive Lavender bundle
Small Business

Cricut unveils new craft materials & exclusive Lavender bundle

Cricut launches new craft materials and a Lavender Joy Xtra bundle, available exclusively at Harvey Norman and Spotlight for AUD $550.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Wed, 8th Oct 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 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 razr 60 & edge 60 pro with enhanced AI
Motorola

Motorola launches razr 60 & edge 60 pro with enhanced AI

Motorola launches razr 60 and edge 60 pro in Australia, featuring enhanced AI, durable design, and premium displays from AUD $1,199, available 10 July.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Jul 2025
Hands-on Review: MOVA Z50 Ultra is the robot vacuum I always dreamed of
Smart Home

Hands-on Review: MOVA Z50 Ultra is the robot vacuum I always dreamed of

The MOVA Z50 Ultra robot vacuum, priced at AUD $2,099, offers smart, efficient cleaning with AI sensing and self-washing mop, making chores effortless.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Mon, 23rd Jun 2025
Motorola edge 60 fusion arrives in Australia for AUD $699
Generative AI

Motorola edge 60 fusion arrives in Australia for AUD $699

Motorola launches the edge 60 fusion in Australia for AUD $699, featuring AI-driven tools, a Sony LYTIA 700C sensor, and its brightest display yet.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 15th May 2025
MOVA Tech debuts innovative smart cleaning appliances in Australia
Smart Home

MOVA Tech debuts innovative smart cleaning appliances in Australia

MOVA Tech launches three smart cleaning appliances in Australia, debuting at JB Hi-Fi, Harvey Norman and The Good Guys this May and June.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 12th May 2025

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Ring unveils new 2K & 4K security cameras with AI in ANZ
Smart Home

Ring unveils new 2K & 4K security cameras with AI in ANZ

Ring launches new 2K and 4K security cameras in Australia and New Zealand, featuring AI-powered video descriptions and enhanced low-light imaging.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Thu, 2nd Oct 2025
Ecovacs unveils DEEBOT X11 OmniCyclone with AI & fast charge
Smart Home

Ecovacs unveils DEEBOT X11 OmniCyclone with AI & fast charge

ECOVACS launches the DEEBOT X11 OmniCyclone robotic vacuum with AI, fast Gallium Nitride charging, and advanced cleaning tech, priced AUD $2,999.

By Kaleah Salmon • 5 min read • Wed, 10th Sep 2025
Amber Technology launches Philips NeoPix projectors in Australia & NZ
Bluetooth

Amber Technology launches Philips NeoPix projectors in Australia & NZ

Amber Technology debuts Philips NeoPix 150 and 450 Smart projectors in Australia and NZ, offering full HD, portability, and smart streaming from AUD $449.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 26th Aug 2025
ECOVACS launches new DEEBOT vacuums in Australia & NZ
Smart Home

ECOVACS launches new DEEBOT vacuums in Australia & NZ

ECOVACS launches three new DEEBOT robot vacuums in Australia and NZ from AUD $1,499, featuring advanced cleaning tech and hands-free convenience.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Jul 2025
Jade Tang appointed Country Manager for Australia & New Zealand
JB Hi-Fi

Jade Tang appointed Country Manager for Australia & New Zealand

Tineco has appointed Jade Tang as its first Country Manager for Australia and New Zealand to drive local growth and retail expansion.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Tue, 1st Jul 2025
HONOR launches 400 Pro 5G in UK, camera AI features
Gaming

HONOR launches 400 Pro 5G in UK, camera AI features

HONOR launches its AI-packed HONOR 400 Pro 5G and HONOR 400 5G smartphones in the UK, starting from GBP £399.99 with advanced camera features.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 5 min read • Fri, 23rd May 2025
XPON acquires Alpha Digital to boost AI marketing services
Digital Transformation

XPON acquires Alpha Digital to boost AI marketing services

XPON Technologies has acquired Alpha Digital to boost AI-driven marketing, combining strategy expertise with advanced AI tech for personalised campaigns.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 9th May 2025

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Dreame Technology launches smart home line in New Zealand shops
Smart Home

Dreame Technology launches smart home line in New Zealand shops

Dreame Technology launches a smart home line tailored for New Zealand, now available in 20+ major retailers including JB Hi-Fi and Harvey Norman.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 27th May 2025