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Samsung launches AI heat pump to cut New Zealand bills

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Samsung rolls out AI Smart GEO WindFree Heat Pump in New Zealand, offering app-based controls and energy tracking as households brace for winter costs.
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Hands-on review: Samsung Galaxy A57 5G smartphone

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Samsung's Galaxy A57 5G gets a slimmer, lighter body, tougher build and longer software support, but the camera and features remain familiar.
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Explainer: Samsung adds AirDrop file sharing to Galaxy S26

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Samsung's Galaxy S26 adds AirDrop-style sharing, marking a shift in how rival ecosystems handle file transfers between devices.
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Hands-on review: Samsung Galaxy A17 5G smartphone

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Samsung's Galaxy A17 5G pairs a standout AMOLED screen and strong battery with modest performance in an accessible budget package.
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Hands-on review: Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra refined flagship

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Samsung's Galaxy S26 Ultra is a subtly slimmer, smarter workhorse, adding privacy display tech and camera tweaks to a refined flagship formula.
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Samsung brings Perplexity to Galaxy with multi-agent AI

Wed, 25th Feb 2026
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Samsung is adding Perplexity as a system-level agent on upcoming Galaxy flagships, deepening its shift to a multi-assistant AI strategy.
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One NZ adds satellite data & WhatsApp calling service

Mon, 2nd Feb 2026
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One NZ extends Starlink-powered satellite service with limited data apps and WhatsApp calling for eligible phones beyond mobile coverage.
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AI apps & short-form dramas drive new mobile growth trends

Fri, 17th Oct 2025
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AI apps hit 1.5bn downloads, short-form dramas surge, and third-party Android stores open new growth paths in mobile through 2025, says Mintegral.
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A wake-up call for sleep health - the role of smartwatches in diagnosing sleep disorders

Tue, 12th Aug 2025
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Smartwatch features from Apple and Samsung now help detect signs of sleep apnoea, raising awareness of this common but underdiagnosed disorder in adults.
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Samsung unveils new Galaxy Watch tools for sleep & fitness

Thu, 19th Jun 2025
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Samsung unveils new Galaxy Watch tools including Bedtime Guidance, Running Coach, and Antioxidant Index to boost users' sleep, fitness, and nutrition habits from 2025.
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Samsung expands Knox Suite with flexible enterprise plans

Sat, 18th Jan 2025
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Samsung has rolled out flexible plans for its Knox Suite, enhancing device management and security for over 35,000 businesses globally.
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Blackmagic brings digital film prowess to Samsung & Google phones

Tue, 25th Jun 2024
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Blackmagic Design's new app brings its digital film prowess to Android, offering Samsung Galaxy and Google Pixel users advanced video features and seamless cloud collaboration.
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Hands-on Review: Samsung's A35 and A55 - Midrange or flagship?

Tue, 30th Apr 2024
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Samsung's A35 and A55 smartphones blur the line between midrange and flagship, combining attractive design, impressive battery life, and robust video capabilities at a more accessible price point.
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Samsung unveils Galaxy A55 & A35 5G with advanced features

Thu, 14th Mar 2024
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Samsung introduces new Galaxy A series range, comprising Galaxy A55 5G and Galaxy A35 5G, featuring high-end security and photography capabilities to 'democratise mobile experiences.'.
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Review: Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra - The future is here

Wed, 14th Feb 2024
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Blazing the trail for next-gen smartphones, Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra impresses with its superior AI features and unrivalled screen, despite some thermal hiccup.
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Samsung's S24 lineup ushers in new era with onboard Galaxy AI

Thu, 18th Jan 2024
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Samsung unveils the Galaxy S24 smartphone range, highlighting deep integration of AI to revolutionise mobile communication and functionality.
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Samsung announces upgraded tracking device with Galaxy SmartTag2

Thu, 5th Oct 2023
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Alongside the release of its updated Galaxy FE lineup, Samsung has also announced its updated tracking device, the Galaxy SmartTag2.
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Samsung unveils new additions to its affordable FE range

Thu, 5th Oct 2023
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Samsung has unveiled the latest devices in its more affordable Fan Edition (FE) lineup, with a new phone, tablets and, for the first time, earbuds.
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Hands-on Review: Galaxy Z Flip5 - Not just refined, redefined.

Tue, 15th Aug 2023
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Explore the Galaxy Z Flip5: A foldable marvel with a Flex Window, unique camera angles, and nature-inspired design.
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Samsung launches two new additions to its updated A series

Tue, 21st Mar 2023
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Samsung introduces the A34 5G and A54 5G, offering high-quality features at a more affordable price range. Available in New Zealand from April 3rd.