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Hands-on Review: OPPO Watch X2 smartwatch

Fri, 11th Jul 2025
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contactless payments
The OPPO Watch X2 smartwatch offers robust design, impressive health features, and up to 16 days' battery life, perfect for style and function on the move.
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Entry-level 3D printers drive market growth as high-end falters

Thu, 10th Jul 2025
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3d printing
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inflation
Global 3D printer market grew 5% in Q1 2025, driven by a 22% surge in entry-level sales amid tariff fears, while high-end segments faced decline and uncertainty.
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Hands-on Review: Oclean X Pro Digital sonic electric toothbrush

Wed, 9th Jul 2025
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The Oclean X Pro Digital is a sonic electric toothbrush with a touchscreen and app, scoring your brushing to improve dental hygiene for all ages.
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Hands-on Review: JBL Charge 6 portable speaker

Wed, 9th Jul 2025
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digital entertainment
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clean technologies
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speakers
JBL's Charge 6 Bluetooth speaker blends durability, eco-friendly design, and impressive sound for just NZD $229.95, ideal for outdoor music lovers.
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Samsung strengthens 2025 TV range with QLED advancements

Wed, 9th Jul 2025
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smart home
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digital entertainment
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Samsung unveils its 2025 Neo QLED 8K and 4K TVs in New Zealand, featuring AI-driven tech, quantum dot advancements, and wireless 8K connectivity for premium viewing.
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LG Electronics Kiwi operation posts strong financial performance in 2024 despite higher costs

Wed, 2nd Jul 2025
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revenue management
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expense management
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financial results
LG Electronics' NZ business posted a 29.4% rise in profit before tax to $38.5 million in 2024, despite rising operational costs and higher expenses.
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OPPO launches A5 Series in New Zealand with focus on durability

Mon, 30th Jun 2025
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software updates
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oppo
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consumer tech
OPPO launches durable A5 Series smartphones in New Zealand, featuring long battery life, IP65/IP69 ratings, and prices from NZD $229 to $499.
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Hands-on Review: JBL Tune Beam 2

Mon, 23rd Jun 2025
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digital entertainment
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bluetooth
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wireless headphones
JBL's Tune Beam 2 wireless earphones offer superb sound, comfort and up to 48 hours battery life, all for under NZD $170.
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Hands-on Review: JBL Wave Beam 2 (True Wireless Earbuds)

Mon, 23rd Jun 2025
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digital entertainment
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reviews
JBL Wave Beam 2 earphones offer Active Noise Cancelling, 40 hours playback, and IP54 rating, all for under NZD $90 - a top budget pick for sound and features.
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Hisense to stream FIFA Club World Cup 2025 free on smart TVs

Thu, 19th Jun 2025
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digital entertainment
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toshiba
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streaming
Hisense will stream all FIFA Club World Cup 2025 matches free on its and Toshiba smart TVs via DAZN, enhancing global sports viewing with interactive features.
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Consumers cut spending as inflation & tariffs hit groceries

Wed, 18th Jun 2025
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inflation
Rising inflation and tariffs are forcing global consumers to cut grocery spending, shift to discount retailers, and reduce purchases across several retail categories.
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Hands-on Review: JBL Flip 7 Bluetooth speaker

Fri, 13th Jun 2025
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digital entertainment
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speakers
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playtime
The JBL Flip 7 speaker delivers impressive sound clarity and bass in a compact, eco-friendly design, priced at $199.95 with up to 16 hours of playtime.
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Liftoff unveils AppRefinery for app insights & market trends

Fri, 13th Jun 2025
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gaming
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cx
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martech
Liftoff launches AppRefinery, an AI-powered platform offering developers deep insights into over 20 app categories to boost user engagement and growth.
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Logitech unveils Flip Folio case with magnetically stowed keyboard

Wed, 11th Jun 2025
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clean technologies
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logitech
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sustainability
Logitech launches Flip Folio, a keyboard case for iPad Pro and Air, featuring a magnetically stowed Bluetooth keyboard and eco-friendly materials, priced from $169.99.
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Samsung 9100 Pro PCIe 5.0 x4 NVMe M.2 SSD

Mon, 9th Jun 2025
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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samsung
The Samsung 9100 Pro PCIe 5.0 x4 NVMe M.2 SSD offers blazing data transfer speeds up to 14,700 MB/s, ideal for gamers and creative professionals.
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Kingston unveils refreshed XS Series SSDs for pros & users

Mon, 9th Jun 2025
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storage
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customer service
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flash storage
Kingston launches refreshed XS Series external SSDs, offering up to 4TB storage and 2,000MB/s speeds for pros and portable options for everyday users.
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Belkin launches accessories for Nintendo Switch 2 in Australia

Fri, 6th Jun 2025
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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clean technologies
Belkin has launched a range of gaming accessories for the Nintendo Switch 2, including charging cases and screen protectors, now available across Australia.
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Hands-on Review: EPOS Impact 1000 headset game-changer for at home setups

Fri, 30th May 2025
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uc
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smart home
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hybrid & remote work
The EPOS Impact 1000 headset impresses with premium design, adaptive noise cancelling, long battery life and seamless multi-device connectivity for home working.
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Hands-on Review: Poly Voyager Surround 80 headset brings clarity and comfort

Thu, 29th May 2025
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digital entertainment
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hybrid & remote work
The HP Poly Voyager Surround 80 headphones offer excellent call quality and comfort, making them ideal for hybrid workers needing reliable professional audio.
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LG introduces 32-inch 4K smart monitor Swing in Australia

Wed, 28th May 2025
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digital entertainment
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tv
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digital art
LG launches 32-inch 4K Smart Monitor Swing in Australia, featuring touchscreen, rolling stand, webOS, and versatile use from July 2025.