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Mylobster.ai plans kernel-level AI assistant platform
Data Privacy

Mylobster.ai plans kernel-level AI assistant platform

Mylobster.ai unveils plan for kernel-level AI assistants across major platforms, targeting a USD $200 billion-plus systems-level market.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Wed, 18th Feb 2026
TP-Link debuts 4K solar Tapo C660 KIT in Australia
Storage

TP-Link debuts 4K solar Tapo C660 KIT in Australia

TP-Link launches the Tapo C660 KIT in Australia, a 4K solar-powered outdoor security camera with AI tracking and pan-and-tilt coverage.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Wed, 28th Jan 2026
Hands-on Review: Narwal Freo Z10
Smart Home

Hands-on Review: Narwal Freo Z10

The Narwal Freo Z10 robot vacuum combines powerful suction and AI-powered self-cleaning for efficient, low-maintenance home cleaning at NZD $2,225.

By Tom Richmond • 7 min read • Fri, 1st Aug 2025
AI offers vital support for dementia care but risks remain high
Artificial Intelligence

AI offers vital support for dementia care but risks remain high

AI aids dementia patients and carers with daily tasks and companionship, yet overuse risks cognitive decline and increased social isolation, experts warn.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 2nd May 2025
Study reveals stark discrepancy in perceived AI use at work
Human Capital Management

Study reveals stark discrepancy in perceived AI use at work

A new study has revealed executives believe artificial intelligence is more commonly used in the workplace than employees perceive.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Oct 2023
Ramco Systems appoints senior leaders for its Global Payroll Business
Unified Communications

Ramco Systems appoints senior leaders for its Global Payroll Business

Ramco Systems has appointed Paul Nikhil Prasad as Business Head of Managed Payroll Services to contribute to its HR and Payroll business growth.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Fri, 21st Apr 2023
Hands-on Review: Nanoleaf Essentials Light Bulbs
Gaming

Hands-on Review: Nanoleaf Essentials Light Bulbs

There is a veritable panoply of colour schemes and I found one that matched my editor's mood when I've made too many typos.

By Owen McCarthy • 4 min read • Thu, 22nd Sep 2022
Sony announces new Bravia range with cutting-edge processor
Digital Signage

Sony announces new Bravia range with cutting-edge processor

Powered by the Cognitive Processor XR, the BRAVIA TV's use a new processing method designed to replicate the ways humans see and hear.

By Staff Writer • 7 min read • Tue, 12th Jan 2021

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TCL launches QLED TVs in UK with Google TV & Fire TV
Gaming

TCL launches QLED TVs in UK with Google TV & Fire TV

British shoppers can now buy TCL's new QLED line-up from GBP £379, with models spanning Google TV, Fire TV and a 98in screen.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Last month
Aqara launches Matter-certified Camera Hub G350 in Australia
Storage

Aqara launches Matter-certified Camera Hub G350 in Australia

Australian households get a security camera that also acts as a hub for Apple, Google, Alexa and SmartThings, at AUD $269.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Last month
Britons now thank AI & satnavs more than colleagues
Artificial Intelligence

Britons now thank AI & satnavs more than colleagues

Britons now say thanks more often to AI chatbots and satnavs than to colleagues, as new research reveals a growing 'digital manners' trend.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 5 min read • Thu, 5th Feb 2026
Reolink launches E331 indoor smart camera with Argos
Storage

Reolink launches E331 indoor smart camera with Argos

Reolink debuts its £39.99 E331 indoor Wi-Fi camera exclusively at Argos, pushing low-cost, subscription-free smart home security in the UK.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Mon, 22nd Dec 2025
One in three Britons struggle to connect smart tech at home
Smart Home

One in three Britons struggle to connect smart tech at home

One in three Britons struggle to connect smart home tech, with 12.8 million planning purchases this Black Friday but facing setup frustrations.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Nov 2025
How marketers must handle search in an AI world
Partner Programmes

How marketers must handle search in an AI world

Marketers must evolve search strategies, blending proven tactics with AI trends to thrive amid Google's shift to AI-driven search landscapes.

By Rich Harper • 4 min read • Wed, 19th Nov 2025
UK shoppers blend AI, reviews & social media to make decisions
Marketing Technologies

UK shoppers blend AI, reviews & social media to make decisions

UK shoppers now combine AI tools, social media, and peer reviews to guide online purchases, reflecting a shift from relying on single search sources.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 30th Oct 2025
Public worried about AI as experts mitigate misconceptions
Digital Entertainment

Public worried about AI as experts mitigate misconceptions

Ipsos finds 75% of the public worried about AI and data privacy. Experts, including Trint, counter misconceptions, highlighting AI's productivity benefits.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 5th Aug 2024
With Artificial Intelligence, don't forget the hardware
Supply Chain

With Artificial Intelligence, don't forget the hardware

AI has the potential to change the narrative from a doomsday "lights-out" factory to a brighter people-based future when combined with the right wearable.

By Dr Chris Parkinson • 6 min read • Fri, 23rd Feb 2024
Tech trends shaking up the Australian retail sector in 2024
Data Analytics

Tech trends shaking up the Australian retail sector in 2024

Resurgence of RFID technology, generative AI with voice commerce, unified supply chain management, and AR integration is set to revolutionise Australia's retail scene.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 3rd Jan 2024