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Ultimate Ears launches EVERBOOM & refreshes speaker lineup
Digital Entertainment

Ultimate Ears launches EVERBOOM & refreshes speaker lineup

Ultimate Ears unveils EVERBOOM, a portable speaker boasting 360-degree sound and sustainability. The brand also updates WONDERBOOM, BOOM, and MEGABOOM lines.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 9th Jul 2024
Sony launches ULT Power Sound series with artist Peso Pluma
Digital Entertainment

Sony launches ULT Power Sound series with artist Peso Pluma

Sony is set to launch its ULT POWER SOUND series, a range of wireless speakers and headphones designed to enhance immersive audio, featuring a collaboration with Grammy-winning artist Peso Pluma.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 16th Apr 2024

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Hands-on review: iGarden Swim Jet X Series
Smart Home

Hands-on review: iGarden Swim Jet X Series

Battery-powered iGarden Swim Jet X turns small backyard pools into customisable infinite lanes or raging rapids with app-controlled currents.

By Darren Price • 6 min read • Mon, 16th Mar 2026
OWC unveils 8TB Envoy Ultra Thunderbolt 5 portable SSD
High Performance Computing

OWC unveils 8TB Envoy Ultra Thunderbolt 5 portable SSD

OWC launches 8TB Envoy Ultra, a rugged bus-powered Thunderbolt 5 portable SSD claiming over 6,000MB/s speeds and IP67 protection.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 3 min read • Wed, 14th Jan 2026
Grandstream unveils the rugged WP836 Wi-Fi 6 IP phone
Bluetooth

Grandstream unveils the rugged WP836 Wi-Fi 6 IP phone

Grandstream has launched the WP836, a ruggedised Wi-Fi 6 cordless IP phone, ideal for diverse enterprise applications and environments.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Thu, 19th Dec 2024
Hands-on Review: GoPro HERO13 Black
Storage

Hands-on Review: GoPro HERO13 Black

The GoPro HERO13 Black delivers 5.3K video, a redesigned Enduro battery, and versatile lens mods, solidifying its spot as a flagship action camera.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Fri, 4th Oct 2024
Ultimate ears launches MINIROLL, a compact adventure speaker
Digital Entertainment

Ultimate ears launches MINIROLL, a compact adventure speaker

Ultimate Ears unveils MINIROLL, a portable Bluetooth speaker with a hookable strap for active users and pre-order availablility.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Thu, 12th Sep 2024
grandstream unveils rugged outdoor network switch GWN7710R
Network Infrastructure

grandstream unveils rugged outdoor network switch GWN7710R

Grandstream launches the GWN7710R, a 6-port rugged outdoor network switch with IP66 rating, suitable for hotels, campuses, and public areas.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Tue, 10th Sep 2024
Hands-on Review: Rakuten Kobo Clara Colour- Judge Your Books by Their Colours
Storage

Hands-on Review: Rakuten Kobo Clara Colour- Judge Your Books by Their Colours

Rakuten Kobo's new Clara Colour eReader brings book covers and illustrations to life with vibrant colours on its 6 E Ink Kaleido display.

By Owen McCarthy • 4 min read • Tue, 4th Jun 2024
Amber Technology seals exclusive distribution deal with Mojawa
Artificial Intelligence

Amber Technology seals exclusive distribution deal with Mojawa

Amber Technology becomes exclusive distributor for Mojawa's innovative bone conduction headphones, marking Mojawa's debut in ANZ.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Mar 2024
Waterproof speaker market is projected to reach US$12.2b by 2027
Digital Entertainment

Waterproof speaker market is projected to reach US$12.2b by 2027

As per newly released data by Future Market Insights (FMI), The waterproof speaker market has reflected a CAGR of 6.3% from 2013 to 2021.

By Nadine Rogers • 3 min read • Tue, 11th Oct 2022
The Kindle is back, and it's basically a submarine now
Amazon

The Kindle is back, and it's basically a submarine now

Amazon's new Kindle Oasis dives into waterproof reading, with a high-res screen and weeks-long battery, made for bath to poolside page-turning.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Fri, 13th Oct 2017
Sony dives into the mini-camera market with the waterproof RX0
Sony

Sony dives into the mini-camera market with the waterproof RX0

Sony launches RX0, a waterproof mini-camera blending high-quality imaging with unmatched versatility for photographers and filmmakers.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Mon, 4th Sep 2017

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GME unveils next-gen XRS UHF radios with GPS and Bluetooth
Hybrid & Remote Work

GME unveils next-gen XRS UHF radios with GPS and Bluetooth

GME launches next-gen XRS UHF CB radios in Australia with GPS, Bluetooth audio, noise reduction and rugged design.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 9th Mar 2026
Hands-on Review: Oclean AirPump A10 Portable Water Flosser
Gadgets

Hands-on Review: Oclean AirPump A10 Portable Water Flosser

The Oclean AirPump A10 Portable Water Flosser, priced at USD $149.00, combines effective cleaning with user comfort, transforming daily dental routines.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 14th Jan 2025
Dexcom launches Dexcom G7 glucose monitor in Australia
Health Technologies

Dexcom launches Dexcom G7 glucose monitor in Australia

Dexcom has rolled out its advanced Dexcom G7 glucose monitoring system in Australia, featuring rapid sensor activation, no fingerpricks, and improved connectivity.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 25th Sep 2024
Ultimate Ears unveils EVERBOOM & updates speaker lineup
Digital Entertainment

Ultimate Ears unveils EVERBOOM & updates speaker lineup

Ultimate Ears has launched its rugged new speaker, EVERBOOM, and revealed updates to its popular speaker range, reflecting a commitment to sustainability.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 2nd Jul 2024