Dreame unveils smart home range at IFA 2026 in Berlin
about 6 hours agoThe Berlin showcase signals Dreame's push to build a broader connected-home ecosystem in Australia and New Zealand beyond robot vacuums.
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LG wins top IFA 2026 award for media entertainment
Award recognition across televisions, audio and portable screens bolsters LG's premium push as rivals fight for growth in a saturated TV market.
LG unveils AI home ecosystem for European households
European shoppers could see more connected appliances and lower power bills as LG broadens its AI home push with energy-saving products.
Dell adds 14S laptop and two Alienware OLED monitors
Prices and release dates for Dell's new 14S laptop and Alienware OLED monitors are still to come, with the 14S aimed at value buyers.
NZ audiences settle into more stable media habits in 2026
Cost pressures have helped slow New Zealand's media shift, with television narrowly beating global video-sharing platforms and streaming use easing.
Dell launches Alienware OLED monitors & 14S laptop
Australian buyers will get Dell's new gaming displays and lightweight 14S laptop from October, though local pricing remains undisclosed.
JBL launches PartyBox 330 & 130 speakers in New Zealand
New features and broader home-entertainment use could widen JBL's appeal as the PartyBox 330 and 130 arrive in New Zealand.
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