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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
JBL launches modern AV receivers & stage 2 loudspeakers
Digital Entertainment

JBL launches modern AV receivers & stage 2 loudspeakers

JBL has unveiled its latest Modern Audio AV Receivers and Stage 2 Loudspeakers, designed for effortless integration into contemporary home theatres.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Mon, 2nd Dec 2024

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Hands-on review: JBL Quantum 650 Wireless Gaming Headset
Gaming

Hands-on review: JBL Quantum 650 Wireless Gaming Headset

JBL Quantum 650 review hails modular wireless gaming headset with standout sound, removable parts and up to 45 hours' battery life.

By Damian Seeto • 4 min read • Last month
Hands-on Review: JBL Sense Lite Headphones
Digital Entertainment

Hands-on Review: JBL Sense Lite Headphones

JBL's Sense Lite headphones offer lightweight, secure-fit earbuds with hooks, crystal-clear sound, and up to 32 hours battery life for just USD $149.99.

By Damian Seeto • 3 min read • Mon, 8th Sep 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
Hands-on Review: JBL Charge 6 portable speaker
Digital Entertainment

Hands-on Review: JBL Charge 6 portable speaker

JBL's Charge 6 Bluetooth speaker blends durability, eco-friendly design, and impressive sound for just NZD $229.95, ideal for outdoor music lovers.

By Tom Richmond • 4 min read • Wed, 9th Jul 2025
Hands-on Review: JBL Tune Beam 2
Digital Entertainment

Hands-on Review: JBL Tune Beam 2

JBL's Tune Beam 2 wireless earphones offer superb sound, comfort and up to 48 hours battery life, all for under NZD $170.

By Tom Richmond • 4 min read • Mon, 23rd Jun 2025
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
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
Hands-on Review: JBL Tour Pro 3 earbuds
Digital Entertainment

Hands-on Review: JBL Tour Pro 3 earbuds

JBL's new Tour Pro 3 earbuds offer a unique touchscreen charging case that enhances user control, but at a high price of NZD $429.95, are they worth it?.

By Damian Seeto • 4 min read • Thu, 27th Mar 2025
JBL introduces safe headphones range for young listeners
Digital Entertainment

JBL introduces safe headphones range for young listeners

JBL has unveiled a new range of headphones for children aged 3-8, featuring safety-focused designs and innovative parental controls.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 11th Feb 2025
Hands-on Review: JBL Soundgear Frames
Wearables

Hands-on Review: JBL Soundgear Frames

The JBL Soundgear Frames offer an affordable and stylish alternative for music lovers, delivering impressive open-ear audio for under NZD $200.

By Imee Dequito • 5 min read • Wed, 15th Jan 2025
Hands-on Review: JBL Soundgear Sense
Digital Entertainment

Hands-on Review: JBL Soundgear Sense

JBL's new Soundgear Sense headphones promise a blend of comfort and sound quality, retailing at NZD $200, perfect for music lovers on the go.

By Owen McCarthy • 3 min read • Thu, 5th Dec 2024

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Smart Home Expo 2026 returns to Mumbai with 450+ brands
Smart Cities

Smart Home Expo 2026 returns to Mumbai with 450+ brands

Smart Home Expo 2026 returns to Mumbai's Jio World Convention Centre with 450+ brands and demo rooms in its biggest trade edition yet.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 19th Feb 2026
Maestra's US customer base surges as brands ditch Klaviyo
Digital Transformation

Maestra's US customer base surges as brands ditch Klaviyo

Maestra's US customer base jumps 144% as DTC brands abandon Klaviyo for a single platform spanning email, personalisation and paid media.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Fri, 6th Feb 2026
StarHub launches festive sale with big discounts & special bundles
Wearables

StarHub launches festive sale with big discounts & special bundles

StarHub's Festive Sale in Singapore offers up to SGD $700 off smartphones, big discounts on audio gear, and free Disney+ with TV+ Pro bundles this December.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Fri, 28th Nov 2025
JBL launches holiday audio range
Gaming

JBL launches holiday audio range

JBL has launched its new audio range, featuring diverse products like the Soundgear Sense and Flip 6, to suit consumers' needs this holiday season.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Mon, 2nd Dec 2024