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Swann adds AWS generative AI to cut camera alert noise

Wed, 10th Dec 2025
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surveillance
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digital transformation
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hyperscale
Swann taps AWS generative AI so its security cameras only ping for user-defined events, slashing false alerts and notification overload.
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Cricut debuts tattoo & magnet sheets at Harvey Norman

Tue, 9th Dec 2025
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martech
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personalisation
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cdp
Cricut launches exclusive NZD $19.85 tattoo and magnet sheet packs at Harvey Norman NZ, targeting personalised holiday-season crafting.
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YouTube Recap brings annual viewing summaries to NZ

Mon, 8th Dec 2025
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gaming
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martech
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digital entertainment
YouTube has launched its first personalised Recap in New Zealand, giving signed-in viewers sharable year-end summaries of their watching habits.
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LG offers Christmas discounts on fridges, ovens & vacuums

Wed, 3rd Dec 2025
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smart home
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technology gifts
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lg
LG slashes prices on ovens, fridges and vacuums in Christmas sale, with discounts up to AUD $800 until Christmas Eve.
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Hands-on Review: JBL Grip Bluetooth speaker

Mon, 1st Dec 2025
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digital entertainment
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bluetooth
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speakers
The JBL Grip is a compact, lightweight Bluetooth speaker delivering powerful, clear sound and customisable ambient lighting for just USD $94.00.
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Hands-on Review: Apple Watch SE 3 the sleek, stylish and irresistible option

Fri, 28th Nov 2025
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wearables
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displays
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apple
The Apple Watch SE 3 in Starlight offers a sleek, stylish design and essential features that enhance daily health, connectivity, and safety with ease and comfort.
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Amazon secures licence to use LG's Wi-Fi patents in devices

Fri, 21st Nov 2025
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physical security
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quantum computing
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wireless networks
Amazon has licensed LG's core Wi-Fi patents for use in Echo, Fire TV Stick, and Fire Tablet devices, reinforcing LG's leadership in Wi-Fi technology.
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Logitech & ghd unveil personalised tech gifts for NZ holidays

Fri, 21st Nov 2025
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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logitech
Logitech and ghd launch personalised tech and beauty gifts in New Zealand, from portable speakers to advanced hair stylers, ideal for the holiday season.
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Epson launches EH-LS670B 4K laser projector in Australia & NZ

Fri, 21st Nov 2025
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digital entertainment
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printing
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youtube
Epson has launched the EH-LS670B 4K laser projector in Australia and New Zealand, featuring Bose audio and AI-powered image enhancement for immersive home viewing.
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Kingston leads global SSD channel with 36% market share

Fri, 21st Nov 2025
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storage
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hyperscale
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Kingston Technology leads the global SSD channel with a 36% market share in 2024, surpassing its nearest rival's 13%, despite a 14% market decline.
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Pacsun transforms stores with unified point of sale technology

Thu, 20th Nov 2025
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cx
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martech
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commerce systems
Pacsun has launched a unified point of sale system in 300+ stores, boosting order fulfilment by 40% and cutting logistics costs by 25%.
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Riskified urges fraud vigilance as holiday eCommerce surges

Wed, 19th Nov 2025
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martech
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commerce systems
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genai
Riskified urges shoppers and merchants to stay vigilant against rising AI-driven eCommerce fraud as holiday online sales may hit USD $311 billion in 2025.
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Philips unveils Ambilight TVs for hotels with gaming & AirPlay

Tue, 18th Nov 2025
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gaming
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digital signage
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digital entertainment
Philips launches Ambilight-enabled MediaSuite TVs for hotels, featuring Google Cast, Apple AirPlay, and cloud gaming to enhance guest entertainment globally.
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Storyblok & OtterlyAI partner to boost AI search visibility

Tue, 18th Nov 2025
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martech
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apm
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genai
Storyblok partners with OtterlyAI to help brands enhance visibility on AI-driven search engines amid shifting consumer search habits.
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Tineco brings smart floor cleaning range to Harvey Norman NZ

Fri, 14th Nov 2025
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harvey norman
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cleaning
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consumer tech
Tineco launches its smart floor cleaning range in New Zealand, now available nationwide at Harvey Norman, featuring advanced cleaning technologies from NZD $199 to $1,599.
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LG secures top prizes at CES 2026 for OLED & smart tech

Fri, 7th Nov 2025
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digital entertainment
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ai
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cybersecurity
LG Electronics won multiple CES 2026 Innovation Awards, including top honours for its transparent 77-inch OLED TV and advanced webOS smart platform.
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LG launches DUALCOOL AI Air in Australia amid rising demand

Thu, 6th Nov 2025
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smart home
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power / energy
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energy efficient
LG launches its upgraded DUALCOOL AI Air conditioner in Australia, combining AI-driven comfort with energy efficiency for the 2025-26 summer.
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Hands-on Review: OPPO Find X9 Pro smartphone

Sun, 2nd Nov 2025
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oppo
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reviews
OPPO's Find X9 Pro flagship, with a 200MP Hasselblad lens, 7500mAh battery, and 6.78-inch 3600-nit AMOLED display, redefines premium smartphones.
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What do good cohorts actually look like?

Fri, 31st Oct 2025
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cx
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martech
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opinion
PvX reveals most teams misjudge scaling, showing top cohorts reach >150% net ROAS by M12, highlighting consistency and long-term growth over fast payback.
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Hands-on Review: Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max 512GB - Cosmic Orange

Mon, 13th Oct 2025
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Apple's latest flagship balances raw performance with careful design, combining lasting battery life, serious camera upgrades and a hint of what's next.