Consumer tech stories - Page 12

Samsung launches Galaxy S25 FE smartphone and Tab S11 tablets in New Zealand, featuring Galaxy AI, enhanced productivity, and up to seven years of updates.

LG launches the StanbyME 2, a portable 27-inch QHD smart screen in Australia, priced at AUD $2,199, offering flexible, AI-enhanced entertainment at home.

The Suunto Wing 2 headphones offer a unique hooked design, 12-hour battery life, and LED safety lights, but are priced at an expensive NZD $349.

Dreame has been named the Official Hair Tool partner for New Zealand Fashion Week 2025, showcasing smart styling tools backstage and live demos.

Google searches for 'PR Agency Auckland' hit a five-year peak, signalling growing confidence in New Zealand's tech and design sectors amid export expansion.

Amber Technology debuts Philips NeoPix 150 and 450 Smart projectors in Australia and NZ, offering full HD, portability, and smart streaming from AUD $449.

Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 launches globally on 14 November, featuring an expanded co-op campaign, 16 multiplayer maps, and an evolved Zombies mode.

Sea-Doo's 2026 personal watercraft range features new 10.25-inch touchscreen tech, upgraded audio, and enhanced connectivity for riders.

OPPO has launched its durable, family-focused Pad SE tablet in New Zealand, featuring a long-lasting battery and parental controls for NZD $499.

OPPO’s A5 Pro 5G marries rugged IP69 durability, long battery life and solid mid-range performance in a practical, outdoors-friendly design.

Xsolla launches its LiveOps Management Suite, a no-code tool to help game developers boost direct-to-consumer monetisation with real-time campaign management.

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

Samsung's QLED TVs, featuring Quantum Dot and Mini LED tech, deliver stunning colour, brightness and speed, making them ideal for gaming and bright rooms alike.

Desmond Ling has been appointed managing director of MacGear New Zealand, bringing extensive experience to lead the tech distributor's growth and partnerships.

The JBL Tour One M3 headphones, priced at NZD $569.99, offer superb 3D sound, 70-hour battery life, and versatile connectivity for serious audio fans.

OPPO extends its imaging partnership with Hasselblad to develop next-gen smartphone cameras, aiming to elevate mobile photography to new heights.

Amazon has launched its eero 7 and eero Pro 7 Wi-Fi 7 routers in New Zealand, offering multi-gigabit speeds from NZD $319.99 to $1,299.99 for three-packs.

ECOVACS launches three new DEEBOT robot vacuums in Australia and NZ from AUD $1,499, featuring advanced cleaning tech and hands-free convenience.

LG launches Smart Inverter Dehumidifiers in Australia and New Zealand, offering quiet, energy-efficient models with app control and a 10-year compressor warranty.

The Ecovacs Deebot T50 Max Pro OMNI uses 3D LiDAR and an Omni Station for autonomous vacuuming and mopping with minimal user intervention.