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Hands-on review: iPad Air M4 balances power and price
Gaming

Hands-on review: iPad Air M4 balances power and price

The M4 upgrade makes multitasking and creative work smoother, though the 60Hz display still feels like a compromise at this price.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Mon, 30th Mar 2026
Explainer: Samsung adds AirDrop file sharing to Galaxy S26
Storage

Explainer: Samsung adds AirDrop file sharing to Galaxy S26

Users can now send photos and videos straight between Galaxy S26 phones and nearby iPhones or Macs, easing a long-standing sharing hurdle.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Fri, 27th Mar 2026
Apple sets hybrid WWDC dates with AI updates expected
Unified Communications

Apple sets hybrid WWDC dates with AI updates expected

Apple will stage WWDC from 8-12 June with a hybrid format, promising major AI-focused software updates across its device ecosystem.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 24th Mar 2026
Apple unveils iPhone 17e & faster M4-powered iPad Air
Unified Communications

Apple unveils iPhone 17e & faster M4-powered iPad Air

Apple launches lower-priced iPhone 17e and faster M4 iPad Air, expanding custom chips, Apple Intelligence and satellite features.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Tue, 3rd Mar 2026
Apple opens 2026 Swift Student Challenge to global coders
Software Development

Apple opens 2026 Swift Student Challenge to global coders

Apple has opened submissions for the 2026 Swift Student Challenge, inviting student developers worldwide to submit Swift app playgrounds by 28 February.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Mon, 16th Feb 2026
Apple bundles pro creative apps in new AI Studio deal
Marketing Technologies

Apple bundles pro creative apps in new AI Studio deal

Apple has unveiled Creator Studio, a subscription bundling pro creative apps with new AI tools and premium content across its platforms.

By Mark Tarre • 5 min read • Wed, 14th Jan 2026
Jamf named leader in multiple IDC UEM MarketScape reports
Data Protection

Jamf named leader in multiple IDC UEM MarketScape reports

Jamf has been named a leader in three IDC MarketScape unified endpoint management reports, reinforcing its Apple-first device strategy.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Sat, 27th Dec 2025
Apple launches visionOS 26 update with new spatial features
Marketing Technologies

Apple launches visionOS 26 update with new spatial features

Apple has previewed visionOS 26, introducing new spatial widgets, shared experiences, AI-powered photo scenes, and enhanced personalisation for Apple Vision Pro users.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 10th Jun 2025
Apple unveils Liquid Glass design for unified software update
Marketing Technologies

Apple unveils Liquid Glass design for unified software update

Apple unveils its Liquid Glass design, a translucent interface material to unify software across iOS, macOS, watchOS, iPadOS, and tvOS with dynamic visuals.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 10th Jun 2025
Apple unveils design overhaul & new AI tools for developers
Large Language Models

Apple unveils design overhaul & new AI tools for developers

Apple has unveiled Liquid Glass design and AI-powered developer tools across its platforms, including Xcode 26 and a new Foundation Models framework.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Tue, 10th Jun 2025
Apple unveils major accessibility updates across its platforms
Wearables

Apple unveils major accessibility updates across its platforms

Apple will launch new accessibility features this year, including Accessibility Nutrition Labels, a Mac Magnifier app, Braille Access and an Accessibility Reader.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Wed, 14th May 2025
Apple launches new iPad Air with powerful M3 chip
Data Privacy

Apple launches new iPad Air with powerful M3 chip

Apple has launched its latest iPad Air featuring the M3 chip and redesigned Magic Keyboard, elevating performance and usability with prices starting at NZD $1,199.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Mar 2025
Logitech launches lightweight Keys-To-Go 2 keyboard
Endpoint Protection

Logitech launches lightweight Keys-To-Go 2 keyboard

Logitech unveils Keys-To-Go 2, an ultra-portable wireless keyboard for various devices. Priced at NZD $149.95, this eco-friendly keyboard enhances mobile productivity.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 18th Jun 2024
Apple unveils iPadOS 18 with new Apple Intelligence system
Data Privacy

Apple unveils iPadOS 18 with new Apple Intelligence system

Apple rolls out iPadOS 18, packed with new features including Apple Intelligence and a dedicated Calculator app, enhancing iPad's versatility and user-friendliness.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 11th Jun 2024
Jamf unveils new toolkit to optimise Apple tech in businesses & schools
EduTech

Jamf unveils new toolkit to optimise Apple tech in businesses & schools

Jamf showcased an array of new offerings to assist enterprises in maximising their tech investments, including a compliance dashboard and Compliance Editor tool. The tools aim to enforce compliance regulations on Apple devices and enhance overall security efficiency.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Fri, 12th Apr 2024
LaCie launches 4TB Rugged Mini SSD portable drive in New Delhi
Marketing Technologies

LaCie launches 4TB Rugged Mini SSD portable drive in New Delhi

Seagate's brand, LaCie, unveils a 4TB Rugged Mini SSD portable drive in New Delhi, designed for content creators, with cutting-edge speed and robust durability.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 19th Mar 2024
Microsoft 365 widens cyber defence with mobile YubiKey support
Endpoint Protection

Microsoft 365 widens cyber defence with mobile YubiKey support

In a significant leap for cybersecurity, Microsoft 365 has expanded support for passkeys on YubiKeys to mobile devices, advancing protection for iOS and iPadOS users.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 25th Jan 2024

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