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Samsung unveils 2026 Micro RGB TV range with AI boost

Fri, 19th Dec 2025
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Samsung will debut a full 2026 Micro RGB TV lineup from 55 to 115 inches, adding AI-powered processing, colour upgrades and spatial audio.
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Philips unveils Ambilight TVs for hotels with gaming & AirPlay

Tue, 18th Nov 2025
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Philips launches Ambilight-enabled MediaSuite TVs for hotels, featuring Google Cast, Apple AirPlay, and cloud gaming to enhance guest entertainment globally.
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LG secures top prizes at CES 2026 for OLED & smart tech

Fri, 7th Nov 2025
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LG Electronics won multiple CES 2026 Innovation Awards, including top honours for its transparent 77-inch OLED TV and advanced webOS smart platform.
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LG unveils 136-inch MAGNIT Active Micro LED home cinema display

Fri, 24th Oct 2025
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LG launches the 136-inch MAGNIT Active Micro LED, a 4K home cinema display with superior contrast and immersive 4.2-channel surround sound.
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NortonVPN unveils major update with fresh features & locations

Wed, 27th Aug 2025
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NortonVPN updates its service with 37 new countries, Smart TV apps, and advanced privacy features like Double VPN and IP Rotation for enhanced security.
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Why Samsung QLED stands out as the number one TV choice

Wed, 30th Jul 2025
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Samsung's QLED TVs, featuring Quantum Dot and Mini LED tech, deliver stunning colour, brightness and speed, making them ideal for gaming and bright rooms alike.
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Samsung strengthens 2025 TV range with QLED advancements

Wed, 9th Jul 2025
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Samsung unveils its 2025 Neo QLED 8K and 4K TVs in New Zealand, featuring AI-driven tech, quantum dot advancements, and wireless 8K connectivity for premium viewing.
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Hisense launches AI-powered ULED TVs up to 100 inches

Tue, 22nd Apr 2025
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Hisense launches its 2025 ULED TV range in Australia, featuring models up to 100 inches with AI enhancements and gaming-focused tech.
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Smart home device shipments fell in 2022, but return to growth expected in 2023

Mon, 3rd Apr 2023
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Global smart home device shipments declined in 2022, with smart TVs experiencing the largest drop, according to IDC.
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Consumer electronics market to reach $17 billion by 2031

Thu, 13th Oct 2022
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Global consumer electronics market to reach $17 billion by 2031, driven by increasing disposable income and smartphone adoption in APAC.
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Hands-on Review: Samsung QN90B QLED 4K Smart TV

Thu, 6th Oct 2022
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Samsung's flagship 4K TV for 2022, the QN90B, delivers superb performance and sets a high standard for competitors.
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Hands-on Review: Panasonic 65' JZ980 OLED 4K Smart TV

Wed, 13th Apr 2022
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We got our hands on one of the most impressive Smart TV's Panasonic has ever produced. Ever Kiwi household should take note.
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Samsung debuts new QLED technology in 2021 TV range launch

Thu, 15th Apr 2021
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At the centre of Samsung's announcement is the unveiling of its new display technology for its flagship televisions: Neo QLED.
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Sony announces new Bravia range with cutting-edge processor

Tue, 12th Jan 2021
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Powered by the Cognitive Processor XR, the BRAVIA TV's use a new processing method designed to replicate the ways humans see and hear.
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Samsung debuts the Neo QLED, an update to its flagship TV line

Mon, 11th Jan 2021
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Samsung has unveiled its 2021 TV lineup, featuring the new Neo QLED technology with enhanced picture quality and sustainability measures.
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Hands-on Review: Samsung QLED 8K 950TS TV

Fri, 7th Aug 2020
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Samsung's new Q950TS TV provides an unparalleled home viewing experience, but with a hefty price tag of $15,000.
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Samsung launches new cutting-edge QLED TV range

Wed, 20th May 2020
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Samsung Electronics New Zealand has launched its 2020 QLED TV range, featuring AI upscaling and large-format panels over 75 inches.
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LG releases insane 88in 8K OLED TV

Mon, 30th Sep 2019
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It includes the LG Alpha 9 (α9) Gen 2 processor, Cinema HDR, and LG ThinQ AI with Google Assistant support built-in and Amazon Alexa on its way.
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Hands-on Review: The impressive TCL C8 QUHD TV

Thu, 29th Aug 2019
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TCL's new 55-inch C8 QUHD TV, priced at NZD $2499, promises a high-tech experience with built-in AI and Google Chromecast, ideal for modern homes.
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Five ways smart TVs are at risk of cyber attacks

Wed, 14th Aug 2019
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Smart TVs, now the epicentre of home entertainment, are increasingly vulnerable to cyber attacks through malware, poor configuration, and physical exploits.