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Hands: on review: iGarden Pool Cleaner K Series
Smart appliances

Hands: on review: iGarden Pool Cleaner K Series

The iGarden Pool Cleaner K Series is a sleek, user-friendly robot offering versatile cleaning modes to keep pools pristine even in the off-season.

By Darren Price • 5 min read • Mon, 7th Jul 2025
LG & Kia collaborate for 2025 AI mobility space showcase
Cartech

LG & Kia collaborate for 2025 AI mobility space showcase

LG Electronics and Kia have teamed up to present AI-driven mobility innovations at the 2025 Seoul Mobility Show, merging smart home tech with car technology.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Apr 2025
LG reveals AI innovations at CES 2025 for daily life ease
Digital Transformation

LG reveals AI innovations at CES 2025 for daily life ease

At CES 2025, LG Electronics is unveiling its latest AI innovations, showcasing immersive experiences designed to enhance daily living at the Las Vegas Convention Center.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 15th Jan 2025
Hisense showcases advanced smart home solutions
Smart Home

Hisense showcases advanced smart home solutions

Hisense showcased cutting-edge smart home solutions, featuring the latest innovations in Smart Laundry, Smart Kitchen, and Smart Air Care sectors.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Mon, 9th Sep 2024
Trend Micro launches Inline NDR to enhance network security
Firewalls

Trend Micro launches Inline NDR to enhance network security

Trend Micro has unveiled Inline Network Detection and Response, integrated into Trend Vision One, offering advanced decryption and enhancing SOC capabilities.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Tue, 11th Jun 2024
Fisher & Paykel introduce Kitchen Assistant for SmartHQ app
Smart Home

Fisher & Paykel introduce Kitchen Assistant for SmartHQ app

Fisher and Paykel innovate kitchen technology with the launch of a virtual sous chef feature, Kitchen Assistant, developed in partnership with Dynamo6, revolutionising home cooking.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 4th Apr 2024
Wi-Fi chipset market poised to hit $34.5bn by 2033 with 4.4% CAGR
Semiconductors

Wi-Fi chipset market poised to hit $34.5bn by 2033 with 4.4% CAGR

Rising adoption of IoT devices, smart home appliances and widespread internet connectivity is set to push the Wi-Fi chipset market value beyond expectations.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 2nd Feb 2024
Six key trends expected to impact infrastructure and operations organisations
Data Protection

Six key trends expected to impact infrastructure and operations organisations

Gartner reveals six trends predicted to significantly impact infrastructure and operations in coming months.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 28th Dec 2023
Six key trends set to impact infrastructure & operations
Data Protection

Six key trends set to impact infrastructure & operations

Gartner has identified six key trends predicted to shape infrastructure and operations in the next 12 to 18 months.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Wed, 6th Dec 2023

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Prospecta rolls out 5G network at GemLife to boost smart city tech
Network Infrastructure

Prospecta rolls out 5G network at GemLife to boost smart city tech

Prospecta Utilities launches a standalone 5G network at GemLife Gold Coast, enhancing smart device connectivity and paving the way for smart cities across Australia.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Mon, 16th Jun 2025
Canadians embrace spring cleaning & home upgrades for 2025
Smart Home

Canadians embrace spring cleaning & home upgrades for 2025

LG Electronics Canada reveals a surge in spring-related searches, as Canadians focus on home cleaning, kitchen upgrades, baking, and fashion trends for 2025.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Sat, 26th Apr 2025
Nbn network boosts digital inclusion & life satisfaction
EduTech

Nbn network boosts digital inclusion & life satisfaction

A report by Ember Advisors reveals that 76% of nbn users experienced improved life satisfaction in FY24, with significant benefits in employment and education.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Tue, 25th Mar 2025
Morphy Richards enhances supply chain with AI partnership
Digital Transformation

Morphy Richards enhances supply chain with AI partnership

Morphy Richards has joined forces with Slimstock to enhance its supply chain, integrating an AI-powered platform to improve visibility and efficiency.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 30th Jan 2025
Philips launches HomeRun 9000 robot vacuum in Australia
Robotics

Philips launches HomeRun 9000 robot vacuum in Australia

Philips enters the Australian robot vacuum market with the HomeRun 9000 Series, priced at AUD$2499, as demand for smart home tech surges.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 15th Oct 2024
Zyxel unveils XMG-100 series for superior home & business networks
DataCentre infrastructure

Zyxel unveils XMG-100 series for superior home & business networks

Tech firm, Zyxel Networks, has introduced the XMG-100 series unmanaged switch, offering enhanced ethernet speed, device connectivity, and convenient 10G network upgrades for homes and small businesses.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Apr 2024
Hisense Australia expands ConnectLife smart appliance range in 2024
Digital Entertainment

Hisense Australia expands ConnectLife smart appliance range in 2024

Hisense Australia is set to expand its range of ConnectLife-enabled smart home appliances in 2024, offering seamless control and energy efficiency through integration with their new TV line-up.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 12th Jan 2024
AENO's premium Eco Smart LED Heater: Revolutionizing home heating
Smart Home

AENO's premium Eco Smart LED Heater: Revolutionizing home heating

AENO enhances home heating with its new Eco Smart LED Heater, blending cutting-edge tech and energy efficiency.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 13th Oct 2023