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Klarna tops 1 million merchants as leisure spend surges

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Klarna has topped 1 million merchants worldwide as it accelerates into everyday and leisure spending, led by sport, hobby and wellness.
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Samsung unveils expansive 'Companion to AI Living' vision

Mon, 5th Jan 2026
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Samsung has unveiled a sweeping 'Companion to AI Living' vision at CES 2026, putting AI at the heart of TVs, appliances and digital health.
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Apple unveils watchOS 26 with new design & smart features

Tue, 10th Jun 2025
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Apple unveils watchOS 26 with a fresh Liquid Glass design, Workout Buddy and smarter features for a personalised, motivating Apple Watch experience.
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Hands-on Review: Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro deliver stunning audio for music lovers

Mon, 20th Jan 2025
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Samsung's Galaxy Buds 3 Pro redefine wireless audio with stunning sound, advanced noise cancellation, and a stylish design, setting a new standard for music lovers.
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Hands-on Review: JBL Soundgear Sense

Thu, 5th Dec 2024
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JBL's new Soundgear Sense headphones promise a blend of comfort and sound quality, retailing at NZD $200, perfect for music lovers on the go.
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Research reveals online content's dual impact on Kiwi youth

Tue, 30th Jul 2024
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New research from the Classification Office and Netsafe reveals online content's dual role in shaping young New Zealanders' body image.
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Capgemini report: connected health solutions soar in life sciences

Tue, 18th Jun 2024
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Capgemini's new report reveals a six-fold surge in connected health solutions in pharma and biotech since 2021, with organisations expecting 20% of revenue from these services within five years.
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GapMaps launches premium POI and demographic datasets on AWS

Thu, 2nd May 2024
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GapMaps enhances global location strategies with the launch of its premium POI and demographics datasets on the Amazon Web Services (AWS) Data Exchange platform.
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Evolt & EGYM alliance ushers new era in fitness tech

Tue, 2nd Apr 2024
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Evolt, a body composition analytics firm, has forged a strategic partnership with digital fitness company EGYM to integrate its technology into the fitness sector.
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Evolt 360's new app version offers personalised health journey

Wed, 6th Mar 2024
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Evolt 360 enhances its Active app with innovative features that offer tailored health and wellness support, aiding users' journey towards improved body composition and overall health.
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Chiayo Electronics releases sweat-resistant fitness microphone

Thu, 17th Aug 2023
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Crafted with professional sound quality in mind, the Chiayo Fitness Microphone features a robust IP57 waterproof design.
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Hands-on Review: Huawei Watch GT 3 Pro

Fri, 11th Nov 2022
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This is the 'Pro' model of the GT 3 series and boasts a premium look and feel. The 46mm watch face is made from titanium which really stands out on the wrist.
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Hands-on Review: Huawei Watch D smart watch

Mon, 15th Aug 2022
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The Huawei Watch D is a strong contender in the premium smart watch market, with innovative features and a sleek design.
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Hands-on Review: Fitbit Ace 3 - Fitbit's newest fitness tracker for kids

Fri, 30th Apr 2021
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The Fitbit Ace 3 is a great, sleek way to motivate children to exercise and to be healthy. It's well worth the investment.
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Game review: Fitness Boxing 2: Rhythm & Exercise

Thu, 8th Apr 2021
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'Fitness Boxing 2: Rhythm - Exercise' lacks the appeal of 'Ring Fit Adventure' and leaves much to be desired, says reviewer.
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Fitbit's Ace 3 encourages kids to keep moving

Mon, 15th Mar 2021
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The tracker features more animated clock faces and accessories, in addition to popular features like step counts.
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Hands-on Review: OPPO Watch 2020 gives Apple a run for its money

Thu, 24th Sep 2020
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OPPO's 2020 smartwatch challenges the dominance of the Apple Watch with its sleek design, impressive performance, and full range of features.
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Work it: Apple's new Watch series puts huge focus on health & fitness

Wed, 16th Sep 2020
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It's time… for new additions to the Apple Watch series, with the announcement of the Apple Watch Series 6 and the Apple Watch SE, and the new Fitness+ app.
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Fitbit's Charge 4 features inbuilt GPS and Fitbit Pay

Thu, 16th Apr 2020
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Fitbit's renowned Charge fitness tracker is welcoming the fourth iteration to its product line – the Charge 4.
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Health focused app launches in ANZ

Fri, 27th Sep 2019
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Jonas Leisure has launched a new app in Australia and New Zealand, enhancing connectivity for gyms and members via the Envibe software and Fitnexus platform.