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Hands-on review: iPad Air M4 balances power and price
Gaming

Hands-on review: iPad Air M4 balances power and price

The M4 upgrade makes multitasking and creative work smoother, though the 60Hz display still feels like a compromise at this price.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Mon, 30th Mar 2026
Mother's Day eCommerce orders rise as delivery shifts
Data Analytics

Mother's Day eCommerce orders rise as delivery shifts

UK Mother's Day eCommerce orders rose 8.47% as shoppers bought earlier, spreading demand across the week and favouring faster delivery.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Fri, 20th Mar 2026
Aeroband strikes Amber deal for smart instruments push
TechEd

Aeroband strikes Amber deal for smart instruments push

Aeroband picks Amber Technology as exclusive distributor in Australia and New Zealand, boosting access to its smart digital instruments.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 19th Feb 2026
Australians turn Boxing Day focus to essentials, safety
Phishing

Australians turn Boxing Day focus to essentials, safety

Australians are reshaping Boxing Day, prioritising essentials, thrift and online safety over impulse spending amid cost-of-living strain.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Fri, 26th Dec 2025
Social media drives Black Friday sales surge in UK
Digital Transformation

Social media drives Black Friday sales surge in UK

Social media fuelled a Black Friday boom in the UK, as Rithum data showed global social sales soaring 152% and online spend up 27%.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Thu, 18th Dec 2025
JD Sports upgrades Hibbett's US stores with new order system
Digital Transformation

JD Sports upgrades Hibbett's US stores with new order system

JD Sports is rolling out Fluent Commerce's order system across 1,000 US Hibbett stores to boost inventory visibility and omnichannel fulfilment options.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Sat, 22nd Nov 2025
Apple unveils iPhone 17 with AI camera upgrades & new display
Artificial Intelligence

Apple unveils iPhone 17 with AI camera upgrades & new display

Apple launches the iPhone 17 featuring AI-powered cameras, a brighter ProMotion display, the new A19 chip, and improved battery life, starting at AUD $1,399.

By Melvin Hipolito • 5 min read • Thu, 11th Sep 2025
Hands-on Review: SteelSeries Rival 3 Wireless Gen 2 mouse
Bluetooth

Hands-on Review: SteelSeries Rival 3 Wireless Gen 2 mouse

The SteelSeries Rival 3 Wireless Gen 2 mouse offers Bluetooth and 2.4GHz connection, stylish colours, and up to 450 hours battery life at a budget-friendly sub-AU$100 price.

By Darren Price • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Jul 2025
Dresses & jumpsuits top returns as Aussies shop online
Customer Experience

Dresses & jumpsuits top returns as Aussies shop online

Data from birdsnest.com.au reveals dresses and jumpsuits top the return list in Australia, with a 31% rate from over 85,000 returns last year.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 4 min read • Fri, 16th May 2025
Apple launches new iPad Air with powerful M3 chip
Data Privacy

Apple launches new iPad Air with powerful M3 chip

Apple has launched its latest iPad Air featuring the M3 chip and redesigned Magic Keyboard, elevating performance and usability with prices starting at NZD $1,199.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Mar 2025
Apple unveils iMac with M4 chip & Apple Intelligence
Gaming

Apple unveils iMac with M4 chip & Apple Intelligence

Apple has unveiled its latest iMac featuring the M4 chip and enhanced AI capabilities, promising stunning speeds and vibrant colour options.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 29th Oct 2024
Logitech launches POP Icon Keys with customisable actions
Clean technologies

Logitech launches POP Icon Keys with customisable actions

Logitech has launched the POP Icon Keys keyboard, blending vibrant design with productivity features and enhancing workspace aesthetics.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 9th Oct 2024

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Logitech G325 LIGHTSPEED headset launches at AUD $199.95
Gaming

Logitech G325 LIGHTSPEED headset launches at AUD $199.95

Logitech G debuts the G325 wireless gaming headset in Australia at AUD $199.95, promising 24+ hour battery life and cross-platform support.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Wed, 4th Feb 2026
Beyond the buzz: Owning the retail experience in the age of AI
Customer Experience

Beyond the buzz: Owning the retail experience in the age of AI

Retail's future lies in blending AI with human creativity to craft unique experiences, not just chasing tech buzzwords in the digital age.

By Zohar Gilad • 6 min read • Mon, 24th Nov 2025
StarHub unveils lifestyle-inspired flagship shop at Paragon
Customer Experience

StarHub unveils lifestyle-inspired flagship shop at Paragon

StarHub has launched a lifestyle-themed flagship store at Paragon, Orchard Road, offering a relaxed tech experience with exclusive offers for its 25th anniversary.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 21st May 2025
Segway-Ninebot launches new e-Motorbike range in Australia
Accessories

Segway-Ninebot launches new e-Motorbike range in Australia

Segway-Ninebot unveils its e-Motorbike range in Australia with three advanced models. Available now in some states, with customisation and accessories also offered.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 19th Aug 2024
Gen Z to spend £4.3 billion on campus supplies – study
Digital Entertainment

Gen Z to spend £4.3 billion on campus supplies – study

UNiDAYS' latest research on Gen Z's back-to-campus spending reveals UK students will splurge £4.3 billion, averaging £1,600 each, on essentials and luxuries.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 14th Aug 2024