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TP-Link debuts 4K solar Tapo C660 KIT in Australia
Storage

TP-Link debuts 4K solar Tapo C660 KIT in Australia

TP-Link launches the Tapo C660 KIT in Australia, a 4K solar-powered outdoor security camera with AI tracking and pan-and-tilt coverage.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Wed, 28th Jan 2026
Hisense unveils AI-led ConnectLife smart home revamp
Digital Transformation

Hisense unveils AI-led ConnectLife smart home revamp

Hisense debuts AI-powered ConnectLife overhaul at CES 2026, unifying smart fridges, dishwashers and climate control for ANZ homes.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 5 min read • Thu, 8th Jan 2026
Hands-on Review: Narwal Freo Z10
Smart Home

Hands-on Review: Narwal Freo Z10

The Narwal Freo Z10 robot vacuum combines powerful suction and AI-powered self-cleaning for efficient, low-maintenance home cleaning at NZD $2,225.

By Tom Richmond • 7 min read • Fri, 1st Aug 2025
DigiCert & Panasonic speed up Matter smart home certification
Internet of Things

DigiCert & Panasonic speed up Matter smart home certification

DigiCert and Panasonic Industry Europe have teamed up to streamline Matter certification for smart home devices, speeding up secure product launches at scale.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 16th May 2025
LG unveils world-first wireless OLED & AI-driven TVs
Digital Entertainment

LG unveils world-first wireless OLED & AI-driven TVs

LG Electronics has introduced its 2025 OLED evo television range, featuring the world's first true wireless model, designed for personalised home entertainment.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Tue, 7th Jan 2025
Arlo unveils Wired Floodlight Camera with 2K video & AI
Storage

Arlo unveils Wired Floodlight Camera with 2K video & AI

Arlo Technologies has launched its Wired Floodlight Camera, featuring 2K resolution and smart home integration, priced at USD $249 and available at Bunnings.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 19th Nov 2024
Hands-on Review: Google TV Streamer 4K
Digital Entertainment

Hands-on Review: Google TV Streamer 4K

The Google TV Streamer 4K, promises seamless streaming and smart home integration, appealing to both tech enthusiasts and novices alike.

By Owen McCarthy • 4 min read • Tue, 15th Oct 2024
Envato appoints Noelle Kim as Global CMO to Empower Creative Community
Artificial Intelligence

Envato appoints Noelle Kim as Global CMO to Empower Creative Community

Envato, the online creative community, has hired Noelle Kim as its new global Chief Marketing Officer. Kim brings extensive experience from Meta and Google.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Tue, 10th Oct 2023
Google unveils new Nest Cams and Doorbells
Smart Home

Google unveils new Nest Cams and Doorbells

Google unveils its next-generation Nest Cams and Doorbell, including the company's first battery-powered camera and doorbell.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 6th Aug 2021
Hands-on Review: Google Nest Mini 2nd generation smart speaker
Gaming

Hands-on Review: Google Nest Mini 2nd generation smart speaker

Google's Nest Mini 2nd Gen impresses with sleek design, effortless setup, and versatile Google Assistant features that even tech novices can navigate.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 12th Jun 2020
YouTube Music becomes the future of Google's music streaming ambitions
Google

YouTube Music becomes the future of Google's music streaming ambitions

Google is merging its Google Play Music system into YouTube and has introduced a bunch of impressive new features.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 13th May 2020
Voice control to account for one-third of smart home market
Smart Home

Voice control to account for one-third of smart home market

Interoperability with the platforms that support voice control devices is vital for OEMs and service providers.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Fri, 5th Jul 2019
Amazon, Google, and Alibaba fuel booming smart speaker market
Digital Entertainment

Amazon, Google, and Alibaba fuel booming smart speaker market

While these vendors have had great success in the market, other vendors like Samsung, Huawei, and Apple have failed to capitalise.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Sat, 9th Mar 2019
Are we security-ready for Alexa in the office?
IoT Security

Are we security-ready for Alexa in the office?

As home-IoT devices such as smart assistants head into the office, there will be a raft of new security challenges that will need to be addressed.

By Ben Moore • 4 min read • Fri, 8th Feb 2019

Stories from Other Regions

Aqara launches Matter-certified Camera Hub G350 in Australia
Storage

Aqara launches Matter-certified Camera Hub G350 in Australia

Aqara's Camera Hub G350 lands in Australia, pairing 4K security monitoring with Matter interoperability, local storage and privacy features.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Last month
LG unveils 2025 QNED evo TVs with advanced AI & Mini LED
Biometrics

LG unveils 2025 QNED evo TVs with advanced AI & Mini LED

LG launches its 2025 QNED evo TVs with Mini LED, advanced AI and webOS 25, offering vibrant colours and immersive sound in sizes up to 100 inches.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 29th May 2025
AENO's premium Eco Smart LED Heater: Revolutionizing home heating
Smart Home

AENO's premium Eco Smart LED Heater: Revolutionizing home heating

AENO enhances home heating with its new Eco Smart LED Heater, blending cutting-edge tech and energy efficiency.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 13th Oct 2023