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Game review: God of War Sons of Sparta (PS5)

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God of War Sons of Sparta reimagines Kratos as a teen in a retro 2.5D slasher, but simplistic combat makes this PS5 prequel stumble.
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Game review: Nioh 3 (PS5)

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Nioh 3 evolves Team Ninja's samurai Souls-like with open-world hubs, sharper combat tweaks and daunting depth for PS5 and PC fans.
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Sony debuts new WH-1000XM6 colourway, noise-cancelling buds

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Sony launches WF-1000XM6 noise-cancelling buds and Sand Pink WH-1000XM6 in Australia, priced at AUD $499.95 and AUD $699.95.
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Sony unveils new wireless turntables for Australia

Fri, 23rd Jan 2026
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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.
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Sony unveils LinkBuds Clip open earbuds for awareness

Fri, 23rd Jan 2026
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Sony's LinkBuds Clip are open-clip earbuds with three listening modes, designed for all-day wear and situational awareness at AUD $329.95.
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Basware buys Redmap to boost AP automation in APAC

Thu, 18th Dec 2025
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Basware acquires Australian AP software provider Redmap to accelerate AI-driven invoice automation growth across the Asia-Pacific mid-market.
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Amazon unveils Nova 2 AI models & launches custom Forge tools

Fri, 5th Dec 2025
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Amazon launches Nova 2 AI suite with four new models and introduces Nova Forge for firms to create custom AI solutions tailored to diverse industries and tasks.
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Canto unveils XI platform with AI tools to streamline content

Fri, 17th Oct 2025
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Canto launches its 11th-generation AI-powered platform, Canto XI, to simplify content workflows and boost efficiency across digital asset management.
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Forrester: AI spending slows as tech leaders face scrutiny in 2026

Thu, 9th Oct 2025
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Forrester forecasts a slowdown in AI spending for 2026 as firms prioritise governance and risk amid increased scrutiny from CFOs and tech leaders.
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Qualcomm unveils Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 with advanced AI & video

Thu, 25th Sep 2025
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Qualcomm launches Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, its fastest mobile CPU, with enhanced AI, gaming graphics, and professional video features for flagship smartphones.
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Game review: Midnight Murder Club (PS5)

Mon, 1st Sep 2025
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Midnight Murder Club on PS5 offers limited content and requires a PlayStation Plus subscription, making its NZD $34 price tag hard to justify.
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Sony expands INZONE gaming line with Fnatic-designed PC gear

Wed, 20th Aug 2025
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Sony expands its INZONE gaming range with Fnatic-designed PC gear, including headsets, keyboard, mouse, and mousepads, launching October 2025.
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Sony unveils RX1R III premium compact with 61MP sensor at AUD $7,999

Wed, 16th Jul 2025
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Sony launches the RX1R III premium compact camera with 61MP full-frame sensor, ZEISS lens, and advanced AI autofocus for AUD $7,999 in Australia from August 2025.
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Sony unveils ECM-778 microphone, CFexpress cards, & podcast

Wed, 16th Jul 2025
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Sony launches ECM-778 shotgun microphone, CFexpress Type A cards, reader, and a new podcast, enhancing tools for professional and amateur content creators.
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Sony unveils wireless grip, remote for Alpha cameras

Tue, 27th May 2025
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Sony launches the Wireless Shooting Grip and Remote Commander for Alpha cameras, offering improved handheld shooting and remote control from July 2025 in Australia.
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NextCycle triumphs in Siemens & Sony immersive design contest

Fri, 2nd May 2025
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Siemens and Sony's first Immersive Design Challenge saw over 900 students compete, with Germany's NextCycle team winning for sustainable EV battery digital twin innovation.
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Half of consumers trust brands more when using passkeys

Wed, 30th Apr 2025
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Nearly half of consumers would trust brands more using passkeys instead of passwords, with 56% of 25-34-year-olds supporting the shift, says Thales study.
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Sony expands ULT POWER SOUND range with Post Malone

Fri, 11th Apr 2025
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Sony is set to expand its ULT POWER SOUND range, debuting three new speakers alongside Post Malone in a campaign designed to enhance the music experience.
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Sony unveils advanced LED system for film & home use

Thu, 13th Mar 2025
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Sony has unveiled plans for a revolutionary display system featuring high-density LED technology, aiming to redefine colour volume and image quality by 2026.
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Freshworks reports 22% rise in Q4 revenue to USD $194.6m

Thu, 13th Feb 2025
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Freshworks has unveiled impressive Q4 results, with revenues reaching USD $194.6 million, marking a 22% increase year-on-year and signalling robust growth.