Consumer tech stories - Page 9
AI boom to drive chip equipment sales to record 2027
Fri, 19th Dec 2025
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supply chain
AI-driven demand will push chipmaking kit sales to a record $133 billion in 2025, climbing further to $156 billion by 2027, SEMI says.
Samsung unveils 2026 Micro RGB TV range with AI boost
Fri, 19th Dec 2025
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digital entertainment
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ai
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samsung
Samsung will debut a full 2026 Micro RGB TV lineup from 55 to 115 inches, adding AI-powered processing, colour upgrades and spatial audio.
Solera unveils global circularity consortium for insurers
Thu, 18th Dec 2025
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risk & compliance
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clean technologies
Solera launches a global circularity consortium to unite insurers and mobility players on shared decarbonisation and circular economy goals.
Reolink to unveil local AI hub & triple-lens CCTV at CES
Thu, 18th Dec 2025
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data protection
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iot security
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edge computing
Reolink is set to debut its ReoNeura AI hub, triple-lens 24MP CCTV cameras and new solar floodlights at CES 2026 in Las Vegas.
LG unveils AI 'Affectionate Intelligence' car cabin at CES
Wed, 17th Dec 2025
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martech
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cartech
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personalisation
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
Wed, 17th Dec 2025
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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mechanical keyboard
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
Wed, 17th Dec 2025
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uc
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data analytics
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cx
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
Tue, 16th Dec 2025
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iot security
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iot
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smart home
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
Tue, 16th Dec 2025
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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
Fri, 12th Dec 2025
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data protection
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drones
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hyperscale
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
Fri, 12th Dec 2025
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mdm
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martech
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smart home
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
Thu, 11th Dec 2025
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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genai
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
Wed, 10th Dec 2025
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surveillance
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digital transformation
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hyperscale
Swann taps AWS generative AI so its security cameras only ping for user-defined events, slashing false alerts and notification overload.
Cricut debuts tattoo & magnet sheets at Harvey Norman
Tue, 9th Dec 2025
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martech
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personalisation
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cdp
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
Mon, 8th Dec 2025
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gaming
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martech
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digital entertainment
YouTube has launched its first personalised Recap in New Zealand, giving signed-in viewers sharable year-end summaries of their watching habits.
LG offers Christmas discounts on fridges, ovens & vacuums
Wed, 3rd Dec 2025
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smart home
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technology gifts
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lg
LG slashes prices on ovens, fridges and vacuums in Christmas sale, with discounts up to AUD $800 until Christmas Eve.
Hands-on Review: JBL Grip Bluetooth speaker
Mon, 1st Dec 2025
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digital entertainment
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bluetooth
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speakers
The JBL Grip is a compact, lightweight Bluetooth speaker delivering powerful, clear sound and customisable ambient lighting for just USD $94.00.
Hands-on Review: Apple Watch SE 3 the sleek, stylish and irresistible option
Fri, 28th Nov 2025
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wearables
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displays
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apple
The Apple Watch SE 3 in Starlight offers a sleek, stylish design and essential features that enhance daily health, connectivity, and safety with ease and comfort.
Amazon secures licence to use LG's Wi-Fi patents in devices
Fri, 21st Nov 2025
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physical security
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quantum computing
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wireless networks
Amazon has licensed LG's core Wi-Fi patents for use in Echo, Fire TV Stick, and Fire Tablet devices, reinforcing LG's leadership in Wi-Fi technology.
Logitech & ghd unveil personalised tech gifts for NZ holidays
Fri, 21st Nov 2025
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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logitech
Logitech and ghd launch personalised tech and beauty gifts in New Zealand, from portable speakers to advanced hair stylers, ideal for the holiday season.