Kiwi Stories

Basis launches Leo smart panel, generates USD $100 million interest

Basis has launched Leo, a smart panel offering enhanced energy management and safety, attracting over USD $100 million in sales interest and compliance certifications.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 16th Jul 2024

Global Stories

Wearables

Hands-on review: Apple AirPods Max 2 refined upgrade

Apple's premium over-ear headphones gain stronger noise cancellation, USB-C lossless audio and new smart features, but keep the same familiar design.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Last month

Digital Transformation

Calero hires Hyoun Park to lead telecom mobility push

Calero appoints veteran analyst Hyoun Park as VP of Telecom & Mobility Management to sharpen its Technology Business Management push.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Sat, 17th Jan 2026

Digital Entertainment

FMI finds earphone and headphone market to expand by billions

The earphones and headphones market is estimated to be worth USD$ 22.3 billion in 2022 and is projected to close in on a valuation of $35.2 billion by 2028.

By Mitchell Hageman • 3 min read • Thu, 27th Oct 2022

Gaming

Hands-on Review: Bose Frames Tempo Style Bluetooth audio sports sunglasses

The Bose Frames Tempo Style sunglasses look very good. The best-looking of the entire Frames range, in my opinion.

By Darren Price • 4 min read • Thu, 8th Sep 2022

Data Analytics

Salesforce announces new service and marketing innovations

Salesforce has announced a range of new service innovations, utilising AI and cloud intelligence for better customer experiences.

By Mitchell Hageman • 3 min read • Fri, 8th Apr 2022

Digital Entertainment

Bose is back with the QuietComfort 45 headphones

Bose is set to release its new QuietComfort 45 (QC45) headphones next month, with improvements to noise cancellation and new modes.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Fri, 3rd Sep 2021

Unified Communications

Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Who is Barco?

TechDay's 10 Minute IT Jams feature Barco, a Belgian tech company specializing in visualization and collaboration solutions for various industries.

By Sara Barker • 5 min read • Thu, 15th Jul 2021

Gaming

Hands-on Review: Bose Sport Earbuds

The Bose Sport Earbuds are affordable, feature-packed earbuds perfect for active users, although not without their flaws.

By Tom Richmond • 4 min read • Fri, 20th Nov 2020

Gaming

Hands-on Review: Bose Noise Cancelling Headphones 700

The 700s follow in the footsteps of the QuietComfort 35 II and are a must-have for travelling businesspeople and audiophiles alike.

By Tom Richmond • 5 min read • Tue, 28th Jul 2020

Unified Communications

Sennheiser TeamConnect Ceiling 2 now compatible with Zoom

According to Sennheiser, Zoom's video communication tool has become an 'indispensable' resource for businesses digitally transforming their workplaces.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Fri, 3rd Jul 2020

Digital Entertainment

Gartner: Wearable device spending to total US$52 billion in 2020

Gartner forecasts 2020 wearable device spending to reach USD $52 billion, up 27% from 2019, driven by smartwatches and smart clothing.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Wed, 6th Nov 2019

Unified Communications

The rise and rise of 'hearables', as told by IDC

The wearable device market surged by 85.2% in 2Q19, with 'hearables' capturing 46.9% of the market, driven by new products and second-time buyers.

By Ben Moore • 4 min read • Thu, 19th Sep 2019

Smart Home

Bose's new smart speaker puts the bass back in the beat

Bose launches its latest smart speaker, the Portable Home Speaker, promising 360-degree sound and deep bass. Priced at NZD $579.95, it hits shelves Sept 26.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Thu, 5th Sep 2019