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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: Ecovacs Deebot T50 Max Pro ONMI robot vacuum
Robotics

Hands-on Review: Ecovacs Deebot T50 Max Pro ONMI robot vacuum

The Ecovacs Deebot T50 Max Pro OMNI uses 3D LiDAR and an Omni Station for autonomous vacuuming and mopping with minimal user intervention.

By Darren Price • 7 min read • Mon, 14th Jul 2025
The next frontier of AI product development: building systems that learn with your users
Data Analytics

The next frontier of AI product development: building systems that learn with your users

Adaptive AI systems, like Amazon's Alexa Plus, learn and evolve with users in real time, promising a new era of personalised, interactive technology.

By Manav Mehra • 4 min read • Fri, 11th Jul 2025
DigiCert & Panasonic speed up Matter smart home certification
Internet of Things

DigiCert & Panasonic speed up Matter smart home certification

DigiCert and Panasonic Industry Europe have teamed up to streamline Matter certification for smart home devices, speeding up secure product launches at scale.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 16th May 2025
Arlo unveils Wired Floodlight Camera with 2K video & AI
Storage

Arlo unveils Wired Floodlight Camera with 2K video & AI

Arlo Technologies has launched its Wired Floodlight Camera, featuring 2K resolution and smart home integration, priced at USD $249 and available at Bunnings.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 19th Nov 2024
IWD 2024: Embrace Your Vulnerability to Drive Growth
Amazon

IWD 2024: Embrace Your Vulnerability to Drive Growth

On International Women's Day 2024, women are urged to harness moments of vulnerability and change to drive personal and professional growth, challenging fears and embracing innovation.

By Kate Gooden • 4 min read • Fri, 8th Mar 2024
How voice recognition software assistance technology is improving efficiency and safety
Biometrics

How voice recognition software assistance technology is improving efficiency and safety

Voice recognition technology's popularity has grown in many industries, including those operating in rugged environments.

By Frank Baldrighi • 3 min read • Thu, 10th Nov 2022
Lenovo unveils new laptops, tablets and Amazon Alexa Show Mode
Wireless Networks

Lenovo unveils new laptops, tablets and Amazon Alexa Show Mode

Lenovo unveils new NEC consumer products at CES 2021, including the IdeaPad 5G laptop, Lenovo Tab P11 tablet, and Amazon Alexa Show Mode on select PCs.

By Shannon Williams • 7 min read • Tue, 12th Jan 2021
Hands-on Review: The Amazon Echo Auto
Gaming

Hands-on Review: The Amazon Echo Auto

Coming in at well under $100, the Echo Auto may well be that auto accessory that keeps you company on those long road trips.

By Owen McCarthy • 5 min read • Mon, 14th Sep 2020
D-Link releases Wi-Fi 6 enabled smart router
Smart Home

D-Link releases Wi-Fi 6 enabled smart router

D-Link ANZ's DIR-X1560 router revolutionises smart homes with its AX1500 Wi-Fi 6 technology for smoother connectivity.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 16th Jun 2020

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BLUETTI launches FridgePower on Kickstarter: Ultra-slim battery backup for refrigerators and home use
Internet of Things

BLUETTI launches FridgePower on Kickstarter: Ultra-slim battery backup for refrigerators and home use

Households could keep fridges and medicines powered through outages, as the 2kWh backup is now on Kickstarter from AUD $1,147 equivalent.

By BLUETTI • 4 min read • Last month
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
Samsung widens OLED TV range in Australia for 2026
Smart Home

Samsung widens OLED TV range in Australia for 2026

Samsung's 2026 OLED TV range in Australia adds Art Store access, more sizes, Glare-Free screens and AI features across three series.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Mon, 16th Mar 2026
Alexa SmartLink brings UK numbers to managed devices
Unified Communications

Alexa SmartLink brings UK numbers to managed devices

Britannic and Vocala launch NetX SmartLink to give fleet-managed Alexa devices dedicated UK numbers and fully two-way calling.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Wed, 11th Mar 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
Skylink launches world's smallest smart side-mount garage opener
Smart Home

Skylink launches world's smallest smart side-mount garage opener

Skylink unveils the world's smallest smart side-mount garage door opener, offering space-saving design and app control.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Fri, 14th Nov 2025
AENO's premium Eco Smart LED Heater: Revolutionizing home heating
Smart Home

AENO's premium Eco Smart LED Heater: Revolutionizing home heating

AENO enhances home heating with its new Eco Smart LED Heater, blending cutting-edge tech and energy efficiency.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 13th Oct 2023