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TCL promotes Gemini on TVs for Halloween film picks

The assistant can suggest age-appropriate horror films and dim the room lights, as TCL ties its TV pitch to Halloween viewing.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Last week

Smart Home

Reolink launches OMVI 2i Ultra at JB Hi-Fi Australia

Households and small businesses gain wider coverage from a single device as the security camera reaches 160 JB Hi-Fi stores nationwide for AUD $429.99.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Last week

Generative AI

Plaud NotePin S named in TIME's best inventions list

The recognition gives Plaud a mainstream endorsement as wearables that turn conversations into notes seek wider business and consumer adoption.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • This month

Hybrid & Remote Work

Logitech unveils Christmas gift guide from AUD $99.95

Shoppers can buy Logitech's holiday range from AUD $99.95 to AUD $1,499.95, spanning work, gaming and audio gifts across its portfolio.

By Mara Sugue • 4 min read • This month

Samsung

Footy finals drive surge in Samsung's giant TV sales

The seasonal boost has made 75-inch-plus sets a bigger profit driver, with Samsung Australia reporting a 20% lift in TV sales before last year's finals weekend.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • This month

Logitech

Logitech wins two Australian design awards for mice

The honours highlight growing pressure on peripheral makers to win buyers with ergonomics, durability and repairable design, not just features.

By Mara Sugue • 4 min read • This month

Global Stories

Consumer tech stories

Cycling

INIU Outdoor launches rugged 10000 power bank for trips

Outdoor users get a compact charger with IP67 protection, drop resistance and two USB-C ports, priced at USD $54.99.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Last week

Data centers

Parker Chomerics launches EMI-shielded vent panels

Data centre operators can now cool power-dense enclosures without sacrificing electromagnetic shielding, thanks to a new vent panel with up to 96% airflow.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Last week

Reviews

Hands-on review: Ultrahuman Ring Air smart ring

No subscription is needed for this smart ring, which tracks sleep, stress and movement while offering optional paid health add-ons.

By Darren Price • 4 min read • Last week

Sandisk

Sandisk named exclusive storage partner for Meta VR Glasses

Users will get official expansion options for Meta VR Glasses when Sandisk's microSD Express cards and USB-C drives arrive in spring 2027.

By Mara Sugue • 3 min read • Last week

Gaming

Hands-on review: Apple iPhone 18 Pro refines the formula

Battery life and sustained performance are better, but the iPhone 18 Pro's AUD $2,499 price still makes upgrades selective for owners of recent models.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • This month

Xbox

Hands-on review: JBL Quantum 520 Wireless Headphones

Gamers on a budget get 37 hours of battery life and clear sound for $169 NZD, though Xbox owners are left out.

By Damian Seeto • 4 min read • This month

Gaming

NVIDIA launches RTX Spark for Windows PCs with local AI

Its push into on-device AI on Windows PCs aims to woo creators and gamers while reducing reliance on cloud services for everyday tasks.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • This month

Headphones

Hands-on review: Apple AirPods 5 make ANC more affordable

Active noise cancellation now reaches Apple's entry-level earbuds, but fit, battery life and open design still limit their appeal.

By Sean Mitchell • 6 min read • This month

Stories from Other Regions

Consumer tech stories

iOS

Samsung Canada launches foldable phone Q&A campaign

As foldable phones move into the mainstream, Samsung Canada is trying to win over cautious buyers with creator-led answers on durability and daily use.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Last week

One New Zealand

One New Zealand says old phones unlock NZD $10.6 million

Customers could offset the cost of a new handset by recycling older devices, with One New Zealand unlocking more than NZD $10.6 million in value this year.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Last week