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Dr Lisa Su to open CES 2026 with keynote on AI & computing

Dr Lisa Su, AMD CEO, will deliver the opening keynote at CES 2026, discussing AI's transformative impact on technology and computing industries.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Wed, 10th Sep 2025

Smart Home

Hisense wins nine IFA awards & extends FIFA World Cup tie-up

Hisense secured nine IFA Innovation Awards 2025 across home entertainment, appliances, and design, while extending its FIFA World Cup sponsorship to 2026.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Mon, 8th Sep 2025

Smart Home

LG wins 17 IFA awards with top honour for OLED T television

LG Electronics won 17 awards at the inaugural IFA 2025, including Best of IFA for its wireless transparent OLED T television.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Mon, 8th Sep 2025

Digital Entertainment

Hands-on Review: JBL Sense Lite Headphones

JBL's Sense Lite headphones offer lightweight, secure-fit earbuds with hooks, crystal-clear sound, and up to 32 hours battery life for just USD $149.99.

By Damian Seeto • 3 min read • Mon, 8th Sep 2025

Gaming

Hisense extends FIFA World Cup partnership, unveils AI tech for 2026

Hisense will extend its FIFA World Cup sponsorship to 2026, unveiling advanced AI tech and RGB-MiniLED TVs for an immersive fan experience across three host nations.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 4 min read • Sat, 6th Sep 2025

Marketing Technologies

LG unveils AI-powered home solutions & smart appliances at IFA 2025

LG unveils AI-powered home appliances at IFA 2025, showcasing smart fridges, washers, and vacuums designed for energy efficiency and personalised living.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 4 min read • Sat, 6th Sep 2025

Biometrics

LG launches StanbyME 2 portable smart screen in Australia

LG launches the StanbyME 2, a portable 27-inch QHD smart screen in Australia, priced at AUD $2,199, offering flexible, AI-enhanced entertainment at home.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Wed, 3rd Sep 2025

Gaming

Hands-on Review: Suunto Wing 2 Headphones

The Suunto Wing 2 headphones offer a unique hooked design, 12-hour battery life, and LED safety lights, but are priced at an expensive NZD $349.

By Damian Seeto • 3 min read • Wed, 3rd Sep 2025

Gadgets

Dreame announced as official hair tool partner for NZFW 2025

Dreame has been named the Official Hair Tool partner for New Zealand Fashion Week 2025, showcasing smart styling tools backstage and live demos.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Fri, 29th Aug 2025

Bluetooth

Amber Technology launches Philips NeoPix projectors in Australia & NZ

Amber Technology debuts Philips NeoPix 150 and 450 Smart projectors in Australia and NZ, offering full HD, portability, and smart streaming from AUD $449.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 26th Aug 2025

Gaming

Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 launches new campaign, multiplayer

Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 launches globally on 14 November, featuring an expanded co-op campaign, 16 multiplayer maps, and an evolved Zombies mode.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 25th Aug 2025

Customer Experience

Sea-Doo unveils 2026 lineup with new touchscreen tech & audio

Sea-Doo's 2026 personal watercraft range features new 10.25-inch touchscreen tech, upgraded audio, and enhanced connectivity for riders.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 22nd Aug 2025

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Artificial Intelligence

HONOR Magic V5 early sales surge 119% in UK & 75% in Europe

HONOR's Magic V5 foldable smartphone sales surged 119% in the UK and 75% in Europe, driven by AI features and slim, durable design.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Fri, 5th Sep 2025

Mobile Device Management

Samsung launches Galaxy S25 FE & Tab S11 series with Galaxy AI in NZ

Samsung launches Galaxy S25 FE smartphone and Tab S11 tablets in New Zealand, featuring Galaxy AI, enhanced productivity, and up to seven years of updates.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Fri, 5th Sep 2025

Artificial Intelligence

Samsung unveils AI-powered Galaxy Tab S11 series from AUD $1,399

Samsung launches AI-powered Galaxy Tab S11 series in Australia, starting at AUD $1,399, featuring slim designs, enhanced AI, and up to 1TB storage.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 5 min read • Fri, 5th Sep 2025

Apple CarPlay

Technaxx unveils new in-car display & FM transmitter at IFA 2025

Technaxx launches the TX-361 wireless CarPlay monitor and FMT1800 FM transmitter with wireless charging, enhancing in-car connectivity and convenience.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 1st Sep 2025

Amazon

Why searches for 'PR Agency Auckland' may signal growth in NZ's tech & design sectors

Google searches for 'PR Agency Auckland' hit a five-year peak, signalling growing confidence in New Zealand's tech and design sectors amid export expansion.

By Mark Devlin • 4 min read • Wed, 27th Aug 2025