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INIU Outdoor launches the rugged 20,000mAh power bank
Hybrid & Remote Work

INIU Outdoor launches the rugged 20,000mAh power bank

Longer trips off-grid are the target as the new pack offers 65W charging, dust and water resistance, and airline approval.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Last week
Apple unveils M6 MacBook Pro, iMac & new iPad mini
Artificial Intelligence

Apple unveils M6 MacBook Pro, iMac & new iPad mini

The latest hardware refresh brings faster AI and graphics performance to Apple's laptops, desktops and tablet, with new creator tools too.

By Sean Mitchell • 6 min read • Last month
Hands-on review: Kensington VeriMark NFC+USB-C security key
Multi-factor authentication

Hands-on review: Kensington VeriMark NFC+USB-C security key

A physical passkey could spare users the hassle of passwords and authenticator apps while keeping logins secure across multiple devices.

By Darren Price • 3 min read • Last month
Apple unveils 14-inch MacBook Pro with M6 AI boost
Semiconductors

Apple unveils 14-inch MacBook Pro with M6 AI boost

The new model boosts on-device AI and battery life as Apple tries to keep its professional laptop line ahead of rivals.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Last month
INIU Outdoor launches rugged 10000 power bank for trips
Cycling

INIU Outdoor launches rugged 10000 power bank for trips

Outdoor users get a compact charger with IP67 protection, drop resistance and two USB-C ports, priced at USD $54.99.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Last month
Hands-on review: Corsair Sabre v3 Pro Ultralight Wireless Ergo gaming mouse
Corsair

Hands-on review: Corsair Sabre v3 Pro Ultralight Wireless Ergo gaming mouse

Gamers get a more comfortable right-handed shape and 40g build, with 8,000Hz polling aimed at smoother, low-latency control.

By Darren Price • 4 min read • Last month
Sandisk named exclusive storage partner for Meta VR Glasses
Sandisk

Sandisk named exclusive storage partner for Meta VR Glasses

Users will get official expansion options for Meta VR Glasses when Sandisk's microSD Express cards and USB-C drives arrive in spring 2027.

By Mara Sugue • 3 min read • Last month
Hands-on review: Apple iPhone 18 Pro refines the formula
Gaming

Hands-on review: Apple iPhone 18 Pro refines the formula

Battery life and sustained performance are better, but the iPhone 18 Pro's AUD $2,499 price still makes upgrades selective for owners of recent models.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Last month
Hands-on review: JBL Quantum 520 Wireless Headphones
Xbox

Hands-on review: JBL Quantum 520 Wireless Headphones

Gamers on a budget get 37 hours of battery life and clear sound for $169 NZD, though Xbox owners are left out.

By Damian Seeto • 4 min read • Last month
Hands-on review: Apple AirPods 5 make ANC more affordable
Headphones

Hands-on review: Apple AirPods 5 make ANC more affordable

Active noise cancellation now reaches Apple's entry-level earbuds, but fit, battery life and open design still limit their appeal.

By Sean Mitchell • 6 min read • Last month
Hands-on review: AirFly Pro 2
Headphones

Hands-on review: AirFly Pro 2

It lets older audio gear and game controllers stream sound to Bluetooth earbuds, with up to 25 hours' battery life.

By Darren Price • 3 min read • Last month

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Atlona launches Omega 2 HDBaseT 3.0 range for rooms
Bring Your Own Device

Atlona launches Omega 2 HDBaseT 3.0 range for rooms

Schools and meeting rooms will gain simpler single-cable connectivity as the new range carries 4K video, USB and Ethernet up to 100 metres.

By Mara Sugue • 3 min read • Last week
GravaStar launches Mercury K98 Pro keyboard in Australia
Amazon

GravaStar launches Mercury K98 Pro keyboard in Australia

Australian gamers and office users can now buy GravaStar's first full-size keyboard locally, priced at AUD $499.99 through Silk Gear.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Last month
Zyxel launches WiFi 7 access points for small firms
Network Infrastructure

Zyxel launches WiFi 7 access points for small firms

Smaller businesses can add tri-band WiFi 7 without a full network overhaul, as Zyxel targets easier deployment and lower power use.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Last month
Flowtica opens reservations for Verso AI voice recorder
Artificial Intelligence

Flowtica opens reservations for Verso AI voice recorder

Customers can secure the device for GBP £7.50 before its GBP £150 reservation price expires, with general sale set at GBP £169.50.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Last month
Flowtica opens reservations for Verso AI voice recorder
Artificial Intelligence

Flowtica opens reservations for Verso AI voice recorder

Reservations cost GBP £7.50, with early buyers able to secure Flowtica's Verso recorder for GBP £150 before the price rises to GBP £169.50.

By Mara Sugue • 4 min read • Last month
MSI opens pre-orders for Prestige N16 Flip AI+ laptop
Gaming

MSI opens pre-orders for Prestige N16 Flip AI+ laptop

Buyers can now reserve MSI's first RTX Spark laptop, a 2-in-1 aimed at local AI work, with Australian pre-order extras worth AUD $179.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Last month
Kramer unveils AV range for India show at InfoComm
Digital Transformation

Kramer unveils AV range for India show at InfoComm

Demand for simpler hybrid meeting and control-room setups is driving Kramer's broader India push, with booth demos aimed at enterprises and schools.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Wed, 30th Sep 2026