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Pattern expands Sennheiser role on Amazon Australia
Software-as-a-Service

Pattern expands Sennheiser role on Amazon Australia

The partnership gives the audio brand tighter control over unauthorised resellers and faster access to sales data on Amazon Australia.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • 3 days ago
Ecovacs launches robot cleaners in Aldi Special Buys
Smart Home

Ecovacs launches robot cleaners in Aldi Special Buys

Households can now buy robotic vacuums and window cleaners in Aldi's middle aisle for under AUD $300 each, while stocks last.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • 4 days ago
Asus opens Australian pre-orders for limited Ally X20
Gaming

Asus opens Australian pre-orders for limited Ally X20

Australian buyers can now pay AUD $2,499 for Asus's anniversary handheld, which adds an OLED screen and revised controls at the top of the Ally range.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • 4 days ago
Amber Technology launches Mark Levinson 600 Series
Home Theatre

Amber Technology launches Mark Levinson 600 Series

Australian hi-fi dealers now have three Mark Levinson components to sell, as Amber Technology widens its premium audio range.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • 4 days ago
TCL launches Super Drum washer & dryer in Australia
Internet of Things

TCL launches Super Drum washer & dryer in Australia

The range targets Australian households seeking larger-capacity laundry appliances with app control and heat-pump efficiency at mainstream prices.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • 4 days ago
MOVA launches 20 products in Australia across home tech
Robotics

MOVA launches 20 products in Australia across home tech

Australian households will get wider access to connected yard, pool and pet devices as the brand expands beyond indoor floor cleaning.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • 5 days ago

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Consumer tech stories

LG expands A-grade energy savings across home appliances
Smart Home

LG expands A-grade energy savings across home appliances

Lower electricity bills and stronger energy labels are now reaching more households as LG pushes A-grade efficiency into mainstream appliances.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Yesterday
Samsung unveils Galaxy S26 FE with AI & camera boost
Customer Experience

Samsung unveils Galaxy S26 FE with AI & camera boost

The handset enters a crowded premium market in Australia with seven years of updates, a new AI suite and a better camera system.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Yesterday
Samsung unveils USB4 portable SSDs for creators & users
Hybrid & Remote Work

Samsung unveils USB4 portable SSDs for creators & users

USB4 support and up to 8TB capacity put Samsung's new portable drives in the premium bracket, but Australian pricing is still unconfirmed.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • 2 days ago
LG extends Fit & Max design to more home appliances
Smart Home

LG extends Fit & Max design to more home appliances

The wider roll-out targets smaller homes, pairing flush installation with larger capacities across kitchens and laundry rooms.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • 2 days ago
Apple unveils M6 Mac mini with faster AI performance
Semiconductors

Apple unveils M6 Mac mini with faster AI performance

Faster on-device AI and new connectivity are now central to Apple's smallest desktop, with models aimed at creators and developers.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • 3 days ago
Apple unveils Mac Studio with M5 chips for AI workloads
Semiconductors

Apple unveils Mac Studio with M5 chips for AI workloads

New AI tools and faster media workflows are the focus as the updated desktop adds M5 Max and M5 Ultra chips plus Wi-Fi 7.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • 3 days ago
Avoz named KLH Audio distributor for Australia, NZ
Partner Programmes

Avoz named KLH Audio distributor for Australia, NZ

The deal gives local hi-fi dealers a new heritage brand to sell, with the Model Four loudspeaker due in showrooms on 15 September 2026.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • 4 days ago

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ZYMIX appoints ex-Alibaba Executive Ahead of UK launch
Data Privacy

ZYMIX appoints ex-Alibaba Executive Ahead of UK launch

The UK launch faces a tough sell, with ZYMIX needing to win over Gen Z users accustomed to separate apps for messaging, payments and discovery.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • 2 days ago
Budget smartphone prices rise faster than premium handsets
Semiconductors

Budget smartphone prices rise faster than premium handsets

UK shoppers are turning to refurbished phones as cheaper handset prices have outpaced inflation, with budget models rising fastest.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • 3 days ago
Fore Excel opens India pre-booking for the XREAL Aura
Gaming

Fore Excel opens India pre-booking for the XREAL Aura

Indian buyers can now reserve XREAL AURA glasses for a capped final price of INR 1,45,000 plus GST, with INR 9,999 credit upfront.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • 3 days ago
Hisense Canada launches Xbox promotion for laser TVs
Gaming

Hisense Canada launches Xbox promotion for laser TVs

Canadian buyers of selected laser TVs will get a custom controller and a one-month Xbox Game Pass Premium trial as Hisense ties hardware to cloud gaming.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • 4 days ago