Consumer tech stories
LG unveils AI ‘Affectionate Intelligence’ car cabin at CES
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LG will debut its ‘Affectionate Intelligence’ AI car cabin at CES 2026, turning windscreens and windows into personalised media hubs.
Hands-on Review: Logitech Alto Keys K98M Keyboard
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Logitech’s Alto Keys K98M blends enthusiast-grade switches, gasket mount and wireless versatility into a quiet, polished office workhorse.
Retailers hit by ‘Christmas Returns Hangover’ surge
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Retailers brace for a “Christmas Returns Hangover” as eDesk reports a 45% spike in return requests from 26 December, denting profits.
Reolink unveils Boxing Day deals on 4K security kit
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Reolink launches Australian Boxing Day sale with up to 48% off 4K home security kits, led by the Go Ultra solar 4G camera bundle.
LG unveils AI-first Signature ‘quiet luxury’ range at CES
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LG is marking a decade of its Signature brand at CES 2026 with AI-first ‘quiet luxury’ fridges, ovens and design-led appliance ranges.
AI seen shifting to local edge models under stricter rules
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AI developers predict 2026 pivot to compressed, device-based models as energy rules tighten and governments tighten data control.
Gen Z trust creators over brands for tech decisions
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Gen Z now trust online creators over tech brands, reshaping how phones, wearables and smart home devices are discovered and bought.
ChatGPT leads Apple app & game downloads in NZ
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ChatGPT tops Apple’s 2025 app charts in New Zealand, as AI tools, social media, streaming and mobile games dominate downloads.
Swann adds AWS generative AI to cut camera alert noise
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Swann taps AWS generative AI so its security cameras only ping for user-defined events, slashing false alerts and notification overload.
Intel unveils Canada laptop guide with game giveaway
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Intel launches a Canada laptop guide from CAD $399.99 to CAD $2,199.99, bundling select gaming models with a free blockbuster PC title.
Anker SOLIX X1 targets Australia’s coastal battery boom
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Anker pushes into Australia’s home battery scene with its SOLIX X1, targeting coastal solar homes and winning early government backing.
Cricut debuts tattoo & magnet sheets at Harvey Norman
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Cricut launches exclusive NZD $19.85 tattoo and magnet sheet packs at Harvey Norman NZ, targeting personalised holiday-season crafting.
YouTube Recap brings annual viewing summaries to NZ
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YouTube has launched its first personalised Recap in New Zealand, giving signed-in viewers sharable year-end summaries of their watching habits.
HP unveils Christmas deals on laptops, monitors & printers
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HP launches Christmas deals on laptops, monitors and printers, offering discounts up to 46% for students, gamers and remote workers in Australia.
Logitech launches Alto Keys K98M keyboard in Australia amid rising demand
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Logitech launches the Alto Keys K98M mechanical keyboard in Australia, targeting rising demand for customisable, stylish productivity tools with AI features.
LG offers Christmas discounts on fridges, ovens & vacuums
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LG slashes prices on ovens, fridges and vacuums in Christmas sale, with discounts up to AUD $800 until Christmas Eve.
Edifier expands R1280DB speaker range across 170 Officeworks stores
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Edifier’s R1280DB Bluetooth Bookshelf Speakers are now available in over 170 Officeworks stores across Australia, priced at AUD $199.99.
Hands-on Review: JBL Grip Bluetooth speaker
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The JBL Grip is a compact, lightweight Bluetooth speaker delivering powerful, clear sound and customisable ambient lighting for just USD $94.00.
Fujifilm Australia boosts binoculars warranty to ten years
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Fujifilm Australia extends its Fujinon binoculars warranty to ten years for optical parts, exceeding typical market coverage and boosting customer confidence.
One in three Britons struggle to connect smart tech at home
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One in three Britons struggle to connect smart home tech, with 12.8 million planning purchases this Black Friday but facing setup frustrations.