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LG unveils 'Affectionate Intelligence' vision at CES

Wed, 7th Jan 2026
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LG showcases “Affectionate Intelligence” at CES 2026, weaving AI through homes, cars and entertainment under “Innovation in tune with you”.
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LG unveils CLOiD robot at heart of new AI strategy

Tue, 6th Jan 2026
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LG has unveiled its CLOiD home robot as the centrepiece of a sweeping AI strategy linking homes, cars and commercial systems.
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Samsung unveils unified AI vision across home & TV

Tue, 6th Jan 2026
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Samsung sets out unified AI vision at CES, turning TVs, appliances and health services into connected 'companions' in daily life.
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LG unveils CLOiD home robot for 'Zero Labour' living

Mon, 5th Jan 2026
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LG has unveiled CLOiD, a humanoid home robot at CES 2026, to orchestrate “Zero Labour” living by managing chores across smart appliances.
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Dreame unveils whole-home smart ecosystem at CES 2026

Sun, 4th Jan 2026
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Dreame debuts its first whole-home smart ecosystem at CES 2026, expanding from robot vacuums into appliances, wearables and outdoor tech.
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LG unveils CLOiD home robot to drive Zero Labour vision

Thu, 25th Dec 2025
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LG will debut its CLOiD household robot at CES 2026, pitching it as the centrepiece of a “Zero Labour Home” powered by AI.
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Smart relay flaw risks repeated power & safety outages

Tue, 16th Dec 2025
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Smart relay flaw lets attackers repeatedly reboot Shelly Pro 4PM devices, causing disruptive power, safety and visibility outages.
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LG launches DUALCOOL AI Air in Australia amid rising demand

Thu, 6th Nov 2025
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LG launches its upgraded DUALCOOL AI Air conditioner in Australia, combining AI-driven comfort with energy efficiency for the 2025-26 summer.
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Hands-on Review: Narwal Flow

Tue, 14th Oct 2025
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Narwal's Flow robot vacuum and mop, featuring advanced AI and a new mopping system, is now available in Australia and New Zealand for AUD $2,499.
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Arlo launches AI-driven cameras with pan tilt models from AUD $79

Fri, 3rd Oct 2025
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Arlo launches new AI-powered smart home cameras, including pan tilt models from AUD $79, offering 360-degree coverage and customisable alerts from 13 October.
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Ring unveils new 2K & 4K security cameras with AI in ANZ

Thu, 2nd Oct 2025
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Ring launches new 2K and 4K security cameras in Australia and New Zealand, featuring AI-powered video descriptions and enhanced low-light imaging.
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Samsung unveils AI Home vision with new appliances & features

Wed, 17th Sep 2025
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Samsung unveils AI Home vision with smart appliances and features aiming to make daily life more convenient, efficient, and secure across Europe and beyond.
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Samsung extends One UI & seven-year updates to smart appliances

Wed, 17th Sep 2025
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Samsung expands its One UI platform to smart appliances, offering up to seven years of software updates and a unified experience across devices from 2024.
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Ecovacs unveils DEEBOT X11 OmniCyclone with AI & fast charge

Wed, 10th Sep 2025
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ECOVACS launches the DEEBOT X11 OmniCyclone robotic vacuum with AI, fast Gallium Nitride charging, and advanced cleaning tech, priced AUD $2,999.
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LG unveils AI-powered home solutions & smart appliances at IFA 2025

Sat, 6th Sep 2025
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LG unveils AI-powered home appliances at IFA 2025, showcasing smart fridges, washers, and vacuums designed for energy efficiency and personalised living.
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Dreame unveils stair-climbing vacuums & robotic arms for homes

Fri, 5th Sep 2025
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Dreame has launched advanced smart cleaning devices including the Cyber X stair-climbing vacuum and the Cyber10 Ultra with robotic arm, boosting home automation.
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LG launches ThinQ AI platform to upgrade & maintain appliances

Tue, 2nd Sep 2025
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LG has unveiled its ThinQ AI platform in Europe, enhancing smart appliances with AI-driven updates and proactive maintenance for improved efficiency.
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Hands-on Review: Narwal Freo Z10

Fri, 1st Aug 2025
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The Narwal Freo Z10 robot vacuum combines powerful suction and AI-powered self-cleaning for efficient, low-maintenance home cleaning at NZD $2,225.
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ECOVACS launches new DEEBOT vacuums in Australia & NZ

Wed, 16th Jul 2025
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ECOVACS launches three new DEEBOT robot vacuums in Australia and NZ from AUD $1,499, featuring advanced cleaning tech and hands-free convenience.
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Hands-on Review: Ecovacs Deebot T50 Max Pro ONMI robot vacuum

Mon, 14th Jul 2025
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The Ecovacs Deebot T50 Max Pro OMNI uses 3D LiDAR and an Omni Station for autonomous vacuuming and mopping with minimal user intervention.