Consumer electronics stories
DigiDirect Group acquires Mwave to expand gaming portfolio
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The digiDirect Group has acquired online gaming retailer Mwave, expanding its portfolio and promising continuity for staff and customers amid post-pandemic challenges.
Consumers cut spending as inflation & tariffs hit groceries
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Rising inflation and tariffs are forcing global consumers to cut grocery spending, shift to discount retailers, and reduce purchases across several retail categories.
Gen MZ Australians spend AUD $9.2 billion on smart home tech
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smartphones
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smart home
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home automation
Gen MZ Australians spent AUD $9.2 billion on smart home tech last year, using devices to care for children, pets, and plants in daily routines.
Hands-on Review: JBL Flip 7
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The JBL Flip 7 speaker delivers impressive sound clarity and bass in a compact, eco-friendly design, priced at NZD $199.95 with up to 16 hours of playtime.
Hisense launches HT SATURN surround system in Australia
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home theatre
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Hisense launches the HT SATURN 4.1.2 surround sound system in Australia, priced at AUD $1,199, featuring Devialet-tuned audio and Dolby Atmos support.
Logitech unveils Flip Folio case with magnetically stowed keyboard
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Logitech launches Flip Folio, a keyboard case for iPad Pro and Air, featuring a magnetically stowed Bluetooth keyboard and eco-friendly materials, priced from $169.99.
Singapore urged to embrace circular tech to slash e-waste
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Singapore faces rising e-waste with 2.9 million unused smartphones idle, prompting calls for circular tech to cut waste and emissions by up to 40%.
Hisense unveils M2 Pro Laser Mini Projector in Australia at AUD $2,499
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Hisense launches the M2 Pro Laser Mini Projector in Australia, offering 4K clarity, Dolby Audio, and smart streaming for AUD $2,499.
Samsung 9100 Pro PCIe 5.0 x4 NVMe M.2 SSD
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gaming
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The Samsung 9100 Pro PCIe 5.0 x4 NVMe M.2 SSD offers blazing data transfer speeds up to 14,700 MB/s, ideal for gamers and creative professionals.
Kingston unveils refreshed XS Series SSDs for pros & users
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storage
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flash storage
Kingston launches refreshed XS Series external SSDs, offering up to 4TB storage and 2,000MB/s speeds for pros and portable options for everyday users.
Belkin launches accessories for Nintendo Switch 2 in Australia
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digital entertainment
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cleantech
Belkin has launched a range of gaming accessories for the Nintendo Switch 2, including charging cases and screen protectors, now available across Australia.
LG offers up to 37% off top appliances in end-of-year sale
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smart home
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LG is offering up to 37% off on washing machines, fridges, vacuums, and ovens in its end-of-financial-year sale across Australia.
GigaDevice opens global headquarters in Singapore for reach
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global expansion
GigaDevice has opened its global headquarters in Singapore to boost its semiconductor market growth and strengthen global customer and supply chain ties.
E-waste hacking: The unknown data security crisis
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smartphones
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data protection
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datacentre infrastructure
Australian e-waste, tripling the global average, presents rising cybersecurity risks, with 10-20% of breaches linked to improper disposal of old devices.
Samsung launches Galaxy S25 Edge in Australia from AUD $1,849
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Samsung launches the Galaxy S25 Edge in Australia from AUD $1,849, boasting a slim 5.8mm design and powerful Snapdragon 8 Elite processor.
Hands-on Review: EPOS Impact 1000 headset game-changer for at home setups
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The EPOS Impact 1000 headset impresses with premium design, adaptive noise cancelling, long battery life and seamless multi-device connectivity for home working.
HONOR 400 Series achieves 183% surge in UK launch week sales
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HONOR's 400 Series sales in the UK surged 183% in launch week, driven by advanced AI camera features and strong market demand for innovative smartphones.
Hands-on Review: Poly Voyager Surround 80 headset brings clarity and comfort
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digital entertainment
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The HP Poly Voyager Surround 80 headphones offer excellent call quality and comfort, making them ideal for hybrid workers needing reliable professional audio.
LG unveils 2025 QNED evo TVs with advanced AI & Mini LED
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LG launches its 2025 QNED evo TVs with Mini LED, advanced AI and webOS 25, offering vibrant colours and immersive sound in sizes up to 100 inches.
LG introduces 32-inch 4K smart monitor Swing in Australia
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LG launches 32-inch 4K Smart Monitor Swing in Australia, featuring touchscreen, rolling stand, webOS, and versatile use from July 2025.