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Iveda upgrades tracking system with 10cm Bluetooth sensors
Manufacturing

Iveda upgrades tracking system with 10cm Bluetooth sensors

Hospitals, factories and warehouses could cut losses and delays as the upgraded system pinpoints people and equipment to within 10 centimetres.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 3 min read • Last week
Ruckus updates Hospitality Edition with AI & Wi-Fi 7
Network Infrastructure

Ruckus updates Hospitality Edition with AI & Wi-Fi 7

Hotels can cut support calls and upgrade costs as the latest RUCKUS One edition adds AI network monitoring, property system links and Wi-Fi 7.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Last week
Snom launches D895M flagship desk phone for offices
Unified Communications

Snom launches D895M flagship desk phone for offices

The handset targets hybrid workplaces with Wi-Fi, DECT and encrypted calling, aiming to simplify office communications and bolster security.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • This month
Shure launches MXA925 ceiling mic with AI upgrades
Unified Communications

Shure launches MXA925 ceiling mic with AI upgrades

Meeting rooms with poor acoustics are set to hear clearer speech, as the new array adds AI echo, noise and reverb suppression.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • This month
Suprema launches BioStation 3 Max biometric terminal
Data Protection

Suprema launches BioStation 3 Max biometric terminal

With biometric terminals increasingly treated as networked endpoints, the device aims to cut tampering risk and ease large-site access control.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Last month
Extreme launches Wi-Fi 7 access points for indoors
EduTech

Extreme launches Wi-Fi 7 access points for indoors

Customers in healthcare, education and venues can add Wi-Fi 7 capacity without major power or switching upgrades, Extreme said.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Last month
AEM Networks rebrands amid growing AI testing demands
Network Infrastructure

AEM Networks rebrands amid growing AI testing demands

As AI workloads strain bandwidth and reliability, the renamed unit is widening its testing range to cover faster, more software-defined networks.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 2nd Apr 2026
Snom launches single-cell DECT systems for smaller sites
Unified Communications

Snom launches single-cell DECT systems for smaller sites

Smaller sites can now add mobile voice coverage without a multi-cell deployment, as the systems support up to eight calls and 10 handsets.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 30th Mar 2026
Why businesses need wired, wireless, and power-over-ethernet (PoE) firewalls
Firewalls

Why businesses need wired, wireless, and power-over-ethernet (PoE) firewalls

Blended wired, wireless and PoE networks demand unified firewalls like SonicWall TZ to cut risk, complexity and long-term security costs.

By Leelin Thye • 4 min read • Wed, 18th Mar 2026
Zyxel unveils multi-gig PoE switches for WiFi 6 & 7
Unified Communications

Zyxel unveils multi-gig PoE switches for WiFi 6 & 7

Zyxel debuts XMG2230 multi-gig PoE switches, promising WiFi 6 and 7-ready bandwidth, high-power PoE and cloud-managed resilience for SMBs.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Thu, 5th Feb 2026
ADLINK unveils certified IAP, EVP platforms for global use
Edge Computing

ADLINK unveils certified IAP, EVP platforms for global use

ADLINK launches globally certified IAP and EVP industrial PCs, letting equipment makers standardise designs and deployments across regions.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Tue, 3rd Feb 2026

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Omada launches Fusion Gateway for installers & MSPs
Virtual Private Networks

Omada launches Fusion Gateway for installers & MSPs

Installers and MSPs could cut setup time and licence costs as Omada's new gateways target multi-site small business networks.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Last week
Panduit launches second-generation Class 4 power system
Network Infrastructure

Panduit launches second-generation Class 4 power system

The updated platform could cut copper use and space needs for enterprises by centralising backup power and supporting longer cable runs.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • This month
Omada launches Fusion Gateway in Australia at AUD $349
Virtual Private Networks

Omada launches Fusion Gateway in Australia at AUD $349

Small businesses may benefit from a gateway that bundles cloud management and a five-year warranty, with no recurring software fees.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Last month
Aqara launches G400 wired doorbell camera in Australia
Internet of Things

Aqara launches G400 wired doorbell camera in Australia

Homeowners seeking a wired smart doorbell can now choose a 2K model with Apple HomeKit Secure Video, local recording and offline alerts.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Last month
NetAlly launches LinkRunner AT 1500 for frontline techs
Network Infrastructure

NetAlly launches LinkRunner AT 1500 for frontline techs

Frontline technicians can now verify PoE++ and switch details on site as NetAlly's handheld tester aims to speed fault-finding without a laptop.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Fri, 10th Apr 2026
Reolink unveils autumn smart security sale in Australia
IoT Security

Reolink unveils autumn smart security sale in Australia

Reolink launches an autumn smart security sale in Australia, with up to 42% off 4K cameras, floodlights and PoE doorbells until 22 March.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Mon, 16th Mar 2026