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Half of Australians now listen to podcasts monthly
YouTube

Half of Australians now listen to podcasts monthly

The audience has swelled to 10.3 million, with podcasts now reaching half of Australians aged 15 and over at least monthly.

By Shadda Lie Catugal • 4 min read • Last week
Nvidia launches RTX Spark laptops with local AI push
Data centers

Nvidia launches RTX Spark laptops with local AI push

Premium Windows laptops with on-device AI now start at USD $2,399, as Nvidia extends its Blackwell RTX hardware into the consumer market.

By Mara Sugue • 4 min read • Last week
BREEZIN launches screenless health bracelet on Kickstarter
Wearables

BREEZIN launches screenless health bracelet on Kickstarter

The French wearable's jewellery-first design could tempt buyers who want health tracking without a smartwatch-style screen or subscription fees.

By Mara Sugue • 4 min read • Last week
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 week
Tonies launches Toniebox Lite in Australia & New Zealand
Content Creation

Tonies launches Toniebox Lite in Australia & New Zealand

The smaller, screen-free device gives families a cheaper entry point, with the Toniebox Lite My Story Set priced at AUD $149.95.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Last week

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Belkin launches Infinity Folio case for new iPad mini
Apple

Belkin launches Infinity Folio case for new iPad mini

Buyers of Apple's latest iPad mini can now get all-round protection and a stand in one accessory, priced at AUD $119.95 in Australia.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Today
TCL launches NXTPAPER phones & tablets in Australia
JB Hi-Fi

TCL launches NXTPAPER phones & tablets in Australia

The new range targets readers with lower-glare screens and includes five devices priced from AUD $449 to AUD $1,299.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Yesterday
TCL launches NXTPAPER phones & tablets in Australia
JB Hi-Fi

TCL launches NXTPAPER phones & tablets in Australia

The range aims to tempt Australian shoppers with paper-like screens for reading, study and work, as prices run from AUD $449 to AUD $1,299.

By Mara Sugue • 4 min read • Yesterday
Samsung launches broad Black Friday deals in Australia
Wearables

Samsung launches broad Black Friday deals in Australia

Australian shoppers can expect weekly flash sales and partner discounts across Samsung's phones, TVs and appliances throughout November.

By Mara Sugue • 3 min read • 2 days ago
LG & Harvey Norman open AI home zone in Singapore
Smart Home

LG & Harvey Norman open AI home zone in Singapore

Shoppers at Harvey Norman's Millenia Walk flagship can now see LG's connected appliances staged in a full home layout with AI features.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • 2 days ago
Epson launches home theatre laser projectors in Australia
Gaming

Epson launches home theatre laser projectors in Australia

Australian buyers get 4K laser projectors built for rooms from compact setups to 500-inch home cinemas, with prices from AUD $5,499.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Last week
Cherry launches new MX keyboard switches sampler box
Mechanical keyboard

Cherry launches new MX keyboard switches sampler box

Keyboard buyers can now compare feel, sound and RGB lighting across 10 MX switches in CHERRY's updated sampler box.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Last week
Laser launches semi solid state powerbanks in Australia
Laser

Laser launches semi solid state powerbanks in Australia

Priced from AUD $49.95, the new range is among the first semi solid state powerbanks to reach Australian retail shelves.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Last week
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 week
Australians bulk cook year-round as cost pressures bite
Artificial Intelligence

Australians bulk cook year-round as cost pressures bite

Pressure on household budgets is keeping meal prep high on the agenda, with 69% saying bulk cooking helps cut grocery bills.

By Mara Sugue • 4 min read • Last week
Logitech launches MX Master 4 Developer Edition mouse
Open source

Logitech launches MX Master 4 Developer Edition mouse

Limited stocks of a niche mouse aimed at coders could tap demand for developer gear, with pricing set at AUD $199.95.

By Mara Sugue • 3 min read • Last week
Australian institutions hold more stablecoins than consumers
Crypto

Australian institutions hold more stablecoins than consumers

On Kraken in Australia, stablecoins account for 16.8% of institutional crypto holdings, versus 3.6% among consumer accounts.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 3 min read • Last week