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Pedestrians wearing headphones campaign target
Headphones

Pedestrians wearing headphones campaign target

Three deaths at level crossings in the past 18 months have prompted a Rail Safety Week drive against headphone use near tracks.

By Geoff • 3 min read • Mon, 14th Aug 2017

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New Savi wireless headsets range announced
Digital Entertainment

New Savi wireless headsets range announced

Plantronics, now known as Poly, has unveiled its new Savi wireless headsets, offering more styles and features to aid in noisy office environments.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Sep 2019
Bose revamps iconic QuietComfort headphones
Digital Entertainment

Bose revamps iconic QuietComfort headphones

Bose unveils new Noise Cancelling Headphones 700 with enhanced voice interface, available in Australia from August 15.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Thu, 8th Aug 2019
Hands-on Review: Audiofly AF100W MK2 wireless headphones
Gaming

Hands-on Review: Audiofly AF100W MK2 wireless headphones

With wireless Bluetooth supporting aptX and AAC, and an IPX-5 water resistance rating, the AF100W aims to be a fitness game-changer.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Mon, 18th Feb 2019
UPDATED Review: Blue Mic's Satellite headphones are good but...
Gaming

UPDATED Review: Blue Mic's Satellite headphones are good but...

Blue Microphones' new Satellites headphones have received mixed reviews, with concerns raised over quality control.

By Ben Moore • 4 min read • Mon, 17th Dec 2018
Plantronics adds five new products across the BackBeat FIT and BackBeat GO lines
Digital Entertainment

Plantronics adds five new products across the BackBeat FIT and BackBeat GO lines

Those of you who need your tunes whether you're working out or waiting for the next flight will be pricking your ears with interest right now.

By Owen McCarthy • 3 min read • Tue, 18th Sep 2018
Sony's at it again with a new line of audio and TV goodies
Digital Signage

Sony's at it again with a new line of audio and TV goodies

If you're a fan of Sony products this month brings good news for you as a new range of products hits the shelves.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 12th Sep 2018
Why these headphones simply outclass the competition
Gaming

Why these headphones simply outclass the competition

Sennheiser's GSP 500 headset immerses gamers with its realistic sound, ergonomic design, and enhanced comfort, redefining the gaming experience.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Tue, 24th Apr 2018
Jabra's new earbuds aim to be the perfect office companion
Unified Communications

Jabra's new earbuds aim to be the perfect office companion

Jabra launches Evolve 75e, UC-certified wireless earbuds with ANC and 14-hour battery life, designed to boost office productivity and collaboration.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Tue, 23rd Jan 2018
Braven introduces lightweight, durable and loud Bluetooth speakers
Digital Entertainment

Braven introduces lightweight, durable and loud Bluetooth speakers

Braven unveils the Ready Pro and Ready Solo, two new Bluetooth speakers boasting lightweight durability and impressive sound quality for outdoor escapades.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Wed, 17th Jan 2018
Alexa, say my name: Turns out people love talking to their speakers
Smart Home

Alexa, say my name: Turns out people love talking to their speakers

Voice is the new touch; global smart speaker sales soar by 843%, as Amazon leads the charge with 82% market share.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Thu, 21st Sep 2017
Dr. Dre is back with the new Beats Studio 3 wireless headphones
Digital Entertainment

Dr. Dre is back with the new Beats Studio 3 wireless headphones

Beats by Dr Dre unveils new Beats Studio 3 Wireless headphones, boasting powerful features and a hefty price tag.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Wed, 6th Sep 2017
Turn your finger into a smartphone: The world's first voice operated smart-ring
Google

Turn your finger into a smartphone: The world's first voice operated smart-ring

Hong Kong startup Origami Labs unveils ORII, the world's first voice-operated smart-ring using bone conduction, turning your finger into a smartphone.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Jul 2017
Up your VR immersion - get more than just the goggles
Gaming

Up your VR immersion - get more than just the goggles

Headset designed to get the best immersion from your Playstation VR system hits the shelves. We get you the specs and a breakdown.

By Matthew Bain • 2 min read • Wed, 14th Jun 2017
Jabra releases new headset tailored directly for modern office workers
Unified Communications

Jabra releases new headset tailored directly for modern office workers

Jabra's new headset has Active Noise Cancelling, 15h of battery life and even includes a 'do not disturb' light.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Fri, 5th May 2017
Hands-on Review: Sony Xperia XZ smartphone - sleek, smooth and understated
Gaming

Hands-on Review: Sony Xperia XZ smartphone - sleek, smooth and understated

Sleek, smooth and powerful, the Sony Xperia XZ is understated and the best smartphone camera I've seen to date. It's definitely on my Xmas wishlist.

By Sara Barker • 6 min read • Tue, 13th Dec 2016
Travel tips: The gadgets that I take on my overseas jaunts
Digital Entertainment

Travel tips: The gadgets that I take on my overseas jaunts

Navigating modern air travel's dual ease and hassle, these versatile gadgets can lighten your load and elevate your overseas adventures.

By Patrick Pilcher • 4 min read • Mon, 21st Nov 2016
Hands-on Review: Sony MDR1000x Bluetooth Headphones
Gaming

Hands-on Review: Sony MDR1000x Bluetooth Headphones

​Sony have an impeccable sense of timing. Almost straight after Apples headphone socketless iPhone 7 launched, their new Bluetooth headphones arrived.

By Patrick Pilcher • 4 min read • Mon, 19th Sep 2016