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Alienware unveils 39-inch 5K OLED gaming monitor range
Trends & Predictions

Alienware unveils 39-inch 5K OLED gaming monitor range

Prices and refresh rates are central as Alienware broadens its monitor range with a 39-inch 5K OLED flagship and cheaper curved LCD options.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Last week
Hands-on review: Logitech Signature Comfort MK880 keyboard & mouse
Hybrid & Remote Work

Hands-on review: Logitech Signature Comfort MK880 keyboard & mouse

Long desk sessions may feel easier thanks to a cushioned keyboard, palm-supported mouse and quieter clicks for home offices.

By Sean Mitchell • 6 min read • Last month
EU-funded project develops camera-free smart glasses
Data Protection

EU-funded project develops camera-free smart glasses

Privacy concerns and bulk could ease as a consortium tests laser-based eye tracking for lighter smart glasses without cameras.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Last month
Microsoft launches new Surface business PCs for AI
Data Protection

Microsoft launches new Surface business PCs for AI

Businesses weighing AI-ready upgrades now have new Surface laptops and tablets, with Microsoft touting local processing, security and manageability.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Last month
Cherry's Stream Mouse Ultimate wins Red Dot design award
Gaming

Cherry's Stream Mouse Ultimate wins Red Dot design award

The award could help Cherry stand out in the crowded peripherals market, as buyers increasingly seek ergonomic, customisable work mice.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Fri, 24th Apr 2026
Hands-on review: Dynabook Z40L-N business laptop
Unified Communications

Hands-on review: Dynabook Z40L-N business laptop

Mobile professionals get a sub-1kg Windows Copilot+ laptop with strong port options, but battery life and display quality are only average.

By Jake MacAndrew • 4 min read • Wed, 22nd Apr 2026
Hands-on review: Casa Pop-Up Desk for hybrid work
Hybrid & Remote Work

Hands-on review: Casa Pop-Up Desk for hybrid work

Hybrid workers could gain a tidier, more ergonomic setup, but the bundled keyboard and touchpad are best suited to flexible spaces.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Fri, 17th Apr 2026
Hands-on Review: Upgrading to an Espresso Lite 15 portable monitor
Gaming

Hands-on Review: Upgrading to an Espresso Lite 15 portable monitor

Espresso's Lite 15 portable monitor turns cramped handhelds and laptops into roomy, Full HD dual-screen setups almost anywhere you work or play.

By Darren Price • 5 min read • Tue, 24th Mar 2026
Hands-on review: Samsung Galaxy A17 5G smartphone
Gaming

Hands-on review: Samsung Galaxy A17 5G smartphone

Samsung's Galaxy A17 5G pairs a standout AMOLED screen and strong battery with modest performance in an accessible budget package.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Tue, 17th Mar 2026
Hands-on review: Logitech G515 Rapid TKL wired analogue keyboard
Gaming

Hands-on review: Logitech G515 Rapid TKL wired analogue keyboard

Logitech's G515 Rapid TKL is a slim, ultra-customisable wired gaming keyboard that saves desk space without sacrificing performance.

By Darren Price • 3 min read • Mon, 16th Mar 2026

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Rapoo wins innovative keyboards & mice award in India
Hybrid & Remote Work

Rapoo wins innovative keyboards & mice award in India

The honour highlights growing competition in India's peripherals market as buyers seek better support for work, gaming and multi-device use.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Last week
Logitech launches Comfort Plus peripherals for hybrid work
Fleet Management

Logitech launches Comfort Plus peripherals for hybrid work

Hybrid workers are the target as the new range adds quieter mice and keyboards with cushioned support for long desk days.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Last month
Portronics launches laptop stand with built-in USB hub
Hybrid & Remote Work

Portronics launches laptop stand with built-in USB hub

Demand for desk accessories is rising as the new stand combines posture support, a 6-in-1 hub and phone storage for Indian users.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Last month
Consistent Infosystems launches ASTRA & ORBIT wireless mice
Partner Programmes

Consistent Infosystems launches ASTRA & ORBIT wireless mice

The new models target hybrid workers and students with dual-device connectivity, USB-C charging and cross-platform support in India.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Fri, 24th Apr 2026
Logitech Mother's Day guide spotlights home working gear
Digital Entertainment

Logitech Mother's Day guide spotlights home working gear

Logitech's Mother's Day gift guide showcases six home-working and audio gadgets in Australia, priced from AUD $99.95 to AUD $289.95.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 25th Mar 2026
Logitech G unveils RS H-Shifter for serious sim racers
Gaming

Logitech G unveils RS H-Shifter for serious sim racers

Logitech G's RS H-Shifter brings a durable, seven-speed manual gearbox feel to serious sim racers on PC, PlayStation and Xbox.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Wed, 18th Mar 2026
How a woman's perspective can be valuable in digital infrastructure
Firewalls

How a woman's perspective can be valuable in digital infrastructure

Women's strategic insight is reshaping digital infrastructure, driving smarter design, resilient systems and more equitable AI‑era growth.

By Kristen Sanderson • 4 min read • Fri, 6th Mar 2026