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HiDock launches P1 AI voice recorder with HiNotes 3.0

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HiDock's P1 AI recorder targets privacy-minded professionals with Bluetooth earphones, 64GB storage and GBP £169 pricing.
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Hands-on review: Casa Pop-Up Desk for hybrid work

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hybrid & remote work
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bluetooth
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logitech
Logitech's Casa Pop-Up Desk is a tidy hybrid-work kit, with a clever stand and comfortable keyboard offset by an average touchpad.
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Turtle Beach launches Super Mario Switch 2 controllers

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gaming
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digital entertainment
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nintendo
Turtle Beach expands Nintendo accessories with Rosalina and Koopa Troop wireless controllers for Switch and Switch 2, priced at USD $109.95 each.
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Aqara launches Matter-certified Camera Hub G350 in Australia

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Aqara's Camera Hub G350 lands in Australia, pairing 4K security monitoring with Matter interoperability, local storage and privacy features.
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Sony expands INZONE line with H6 Air & new colours

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gaming
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digital entertainment
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Sony expands its INZONE gaming range with an open-back headset and fresh finishes for earbuds, mouse and mousepad accessories.
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Mother's Day gift ideas span home appliances & tech

2 days ago
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smart home
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hybrid & remote work
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fitness
Sunbeam, adidas and Canon have unveiled Mother's Day picks from an electric blanket to a camera, with prices from AUD $139 to AUD $1,399.
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HONOR X9d 5G launches in Australia with focus on durability

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HONOR's rugged mid-range X9d 5G lands in Australia with an 8300mAh battery, 108MP camera and IP69K protection for AUD $699.
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Honor Magic 8 Pro launches in Australia at AUD $1,999

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gaming
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wearables
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HONOR targets Australia's premium handset market with Magic 8 Pro, a camera-focused flagship featuring AI tools, a 200MP lens and AUD $499 bonus watch.
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Ledger appoints Ian Rogers to lead AI security push

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crypto
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mdm
Ledger names Ian Rogers as Chief Human Agency Officer, putting hardware approval and human oversight at the centre of its AI security push.
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Samsung unveils 2026 home audio range in Australia

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smart home
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digital entertainment
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samsung
Samsung broadens its Australian audio push with minimalist wireless speakers, upgraded Q-Series soundbars and portable towers for homes and gatherings.
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Gigabyte bundles Surfshark One with AI laptops in ANZ

4 days ago
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saas
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gaming
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data protection
Gigabyte pairs Surfshark One with select AERO X16 and GAMING A16 laptops in Australia and New Zealand to boost its AI PC pitch.
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Ion in early talks with Meta & Alphabet over video tech

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physical security
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digital entertainment
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erp
Ion Video says Meta and Alphabet are among several global tech groups in early talks over its patented system to make video easier for AI tools to use.
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Trust wins fourth EcoVadis Gold sustainability rating

5 days ago
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supply chain
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power / energy
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e-commerce
Trust earns fourth straight EcoVadis Gold as stricter scoring keeps it among the top 5% of companies for sustainability.
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Spotify lets users switch video off across the platform

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martech
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digital entertainment
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personalisation
Spotify adds platform-wide video controls as listeners and Family Plan managers can now choose audio-only or visual experiences across devices.
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Agoyu wins patent for AI moving quotes app in Puerto Rico

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Agoyu secures patent for AI-powered moving app that scans video inventories, matches licensed movers and returns quotes in minutes.
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Bolt Group buys Beem app from Australian Payments Plus

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crypto
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fintech
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cx
Bolt Group snaps up Beem app from Australian Payments Plus as the operator refocuses on payments infrastructure and identity rails.
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Opia expands promotion cover as brands seek budget certainty

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risk & compliance
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e-commerce
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cfo
Opia widens promotion protection for brands as volatility, inflation and fraud fears push marketing teams to seek tighter budget control.
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Samsung launches Galaxy A57 5G & A37 5G in Australia

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Samsung broadens its mid-range push in Australia with two new Galaxy A phones, longer software support and launch discounts across major retailers.
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Hisense unveils RGB MiniLED TVs for Australia & New Zealand

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home theatre
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consumer technology association
Hisense to roll out RGB MiniLED sets in Australia and New Zealand from late May, with NZD $2,299 entry pricing and wider screen choices.
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Hands-on review: Apple AirPods Max 2 refined upgrade

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wearables
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digital entertainment
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headphones
Apple's premium over-ear headphones gain stronger noise cancellation, USB-C lossless audio and new smart features, but keep the same familiar design.