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JBL 4369 Studio Monitor launches in Australia, New Zealand
Speakers

JBL 4369 Studio Monitor launches in Australia, New Zealand

Serious hi-fi buyers in Australia and New Zealand gain a new flagship speaker, priced at AUD $39,000 a pair, from JBL's Studio Monitor range.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • This month
Hands-on review: JBL Boombox 4
Speakers

Hands-on review: JBL Boombox 4

Battery life, waterproofing and removable cells make this bass-heavy Bluetooth speaker more practical for outdoor listening, despite losing Wi-Fi.

By Tom Richmond • 4 min read • Last month
Pleneo launches Planner for faster meeting room design
Unified Communications

Pleneo launches Planner for faster meeting room design

It aims to cut manual work for channel partners and enterprises standardising hybrid meeting rooms across multiple sites.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Mon, 4th May 2026

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GravaStar expands Battle-Worn Yellow range in Australia
Speakers

GravaStar expands Battle-Worn Yellow range in Australia

Australian gamers can now buy matching peripherals in GravaStar's yellow finish, with the full set priced at AUD $1,179.96.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Last month
Sony launches BRAVIA 9 II & Theatre Trio in Australia
Sony

Sony launches BRAVIA 9 II & Theatre Trio in Australia

Premium home cinema buyers will pay up to AUD $44,999 as Sony rolls out its first True RGB LED televisions and matching audio gear.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 5 min read • Last month
Mouser warns on heatwave risks to phones & chargers
Supply Chain

Mouser warns on heatwave risks to phones & chargers

Prolonged sun exposure can overheat lithium-ion batteries, causing shutdowns, damage and, in rare cases, a fire hazard for holidaymakers.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Sat, 30th May 2026
Samsung marks 20 years as top TV brand in NZ launch
Internet of Things

Samsung marks 20 years as top TV brand in NZ launch

New Zealand households are being targeted with larger, AI-powered sets as Samsung extends its TV and soundbar dominance into 2026.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 25th May 2026
Samsung launches 2026 TV range with AI across models
Smart Home

Samsung launches 2026 TV range with AI across models

AI features are moving into Samsung's mainstream sets, as its 2026 global TV range goes on sale with prices from NZD $899.95.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Wed, 13th May 2026
Bose launches modular Lifestyle home audio collection
Smart Home

Bose launches modular Lifestyle home audio collection

Buyers can build from a single speaker to a 7.1.4 cinema system, as Bose targets simpler wireless home audio set-ups.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Wed, 6th May 2026
Samsung launches 2026 TVs & audio range in Australia
Smart Home

Samsung launches 2026 TVs & audio range in Australia

More Australian buyers can now get AI-powered TV features, as Samsung broadens glare-free, art-focused and ultra-large screens across its 2026 range.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Thu, 23rd Apr 2026
Samsung unveils 2026 home audio range in Australia
Smart Home

Samsung unveils 2026 home audio range in Australia

Australian shoppers can now buy Samsung's updated soundbars and speakers, with prices spanning AUD $479 to AUD $1,999 across the new range.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Wed, 15th Apr 2026
SOUNDBOKS launches MIX portable speaker in New Zealand
Digital Entertainment

SOUNDBOKS launches MIX portable speaker in New Zealand

Music fans in New Zealand can now pre-order a lighter Soundboks speaker with 40-hour battery life and 121-decibel output.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Thu, 26th Mar 2026
Bluesound PULSE FLEX debuts redesigned wireless speaker
Unified Communications

Bluesound PULSE FLEX debuts redesigned wireless speaker

Amber Technology has unveiled a redesigned Bluesound PULSE FLEX in Australia, a compact, high-res wireless speaker for smaller rooms.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Wed, 25th Mar 2026
Logitech Mother's Day guide spotlights home working gear
Digital Entertainment

Logitech Mother's Day guide spotlights home working gear

Logitech's Mother's Day gift guide showcases six home-working and audio gadgets in Australia, priced from AUD $99.95 to AUD $289.95.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 25th Mar 2026
Edifier debuts ES speaker range at Officeworks in Australia
Smart Home

Edifier debuts ES speaker range at Officeworks in Australia

Edifier launches ES Series speakers at Officeworks in Australia, spanning home and outdoor models from AUD $99 to AUD $399.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 10th Mar 2026
Akai India launches direct online store for home tech
Customer Experience

Akai India launches direct online store for home tech

Akai India launches Akaiindia.in, a direct online store for smart TVs, appliances and audio, with up to 30% off and no-cost EMI offers.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Fri, 27th Feb 2026
LG slashes prices on OLED TVs, MiniLEDs & sound bars
Digital Entertainment

LG slashes prices on OLED TVs, MiniLEDs & sound bars

LG launches Australian clearance sale, slashing OLED and MiniLED TV prices, plus sound bars and speakers, ahead of 2026 models.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Tue, 10th Feb 2026