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Klarna tops 1 million merchants as leisure spend surges
Crypto

Klarna tops 1 million merchants as leisure spend surges

Klarna has topped 1 million merchants worldwide as it accelerates into everyday and leisure spending, led by sport, hobby and wellness.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 3 min read • Thu, 19th Mar 2026
Samsung unveils expansive 'Companion to AI Living' vision
Gaming

Samsung unveils expansive 'Companion to AI Living' vision

Samsung has unveiled a sweeping 'Companion to AI Living' vision at CES 2026, putting AI at the heart of TVs, appliances and digital health.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 6 min read • Mon, 5th Jan 2026
Apple unveils watchOS 26 with new design & smart features
Wearables

Apple unveils watchOS 26 with new design & smart features

Apple unveils watchOS 26 with a fresh Liquid Glass design, Workout Buddy and smarter features for a personalised, motivating Apple Watch experience.

By Melvin Hipolito • 5 min read • Tue, 10th Jun 2025
Hands-on Review: Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro deliver stunning audio for music lovers
Gaming

Hands-on Review: Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro deliver stunning audio for music lovers

Samsung's Galaxy Buds 3 Pro redefine wireless audio with stunning sound, advanced noise cancellation, and a stylish design, setting a new standard for music lovers.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Mon, 20th Jan 2025
Hands-on Review: JBL Soundgear Sense
Digital Entertainment

Hands-on Review: JBL Soundgear Sense

JBL's new Soundgear Sense headphones promise a blend of comfort and sound quality, retailing at NZD $200, perfect for music lovers on the go.

By Owen McCarthy • 3 min read • Thu, 5th Dec 2024
Capgemini report: connected health solutions soar in life sciences
EduTech

Capgemini report: connected health solutions soar in life sciences

Capgemini's new report reveals a six-fold surge in connected health solutions in pharma and biotech since 2021, with organisations expecting 20% of revenue from these services within five years.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 18th Jun 2024
GapMaps launches premium POI and demographic datasets on AWS
Hyperscale

GapMaps launches premium POI and demographic datasets on AWS

GapMaps enhances global location strategies with the launch of its premium POI and demographics datasets on the Amazon Web Services (AWS) Data Exchange platform.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Thu, 2nd May 2024
Evolt & EGYM alliance ushers new era in fitness tech
Fitness

Evolt & EGYM alliance ushers new era in fitness tech

Evolt, a body composition analytics firm, has forged a strategic partnership with digital fitness company EGYM to integrate its technology into the fitness sector.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Tue, 2nd Apr 2024
Evolt 360's new app version offers personalised health journey
Health Technologies

Evolt 360's new app version offers personalised health journey

Evolt 360 enhances its Active app with innovative features that offer tailored health and wellness support, aiding users' journey towards improved body composition and overall health.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 6th Mar 2024
Chiayo Electronics releases sweat-resistant fitness microphone
Digital Entertainment

Chiayo Electronics releases sweat-resistant fitness microphone

Crafted with professional sound quality in mind, the Chiayo Fitness Microphone features a robust IP57 waterproof design.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 17th Aug 2023
Hands-on Review: Huawei Watch GT 3 Pro
Gaming

Hands-on Review: Huawei Watch GT 3 Pro

This is the 'Pro' model of the GT 3 series and boasts a premium look and feel. The 46mm watch face is made from titanium which really stands out on the wrist.

By Tom Richmond • 5 min read • Fri, 11th Nov 2022
Hands-on Review: Huawei Watch D smart watch
Gaming

Hands-on Review: Huawei Watch D smart watch

The Huawei Watch D is a strong contender in the premium smart watch market, with innovative features and a sleek design.

By Tom Richmond • 5 min read • Mon, 15th Aug 2022

Stories from Other Regions

Decathlon expands live video consultations for sports shoppers
Customer Experience

Decathlon expands live video consultations for sports shoppers

Decathlon expands its Visio Store in France, offering free 30-minute video calls with experts for personalised advice across 10 sports categories.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 30th May 2025
Ultrahuman unveils flagship ring in Australian market at AUD $599.95
Fitness

Ultrahuman unveils flagship ring in Australian market at AUD $599.95

Ultrahuman has launched the Ultrahuman Ring AIR in Australia, the world's lightest wearable at AUD $599.95, designed for health-conscious consumers.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Mon, 14th Apr 2025
BlueAnt unveils Pump X headphones with ANC & sweatproof
Digital Entertainment

BlueAnt unveils Pump X headphones with ANC & sweatproof

Australian audio company BlueAnt has launched the Pump X over-ear headphones, designed for fitness lovers and everyday users at AUD $299.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Dec 2024
Audacity Australia partners with Soundtrack for business music
Customer Experience

Audacity Australia partners with Soundtrack for business music

Audacity Australia partners with Soundtrack Your Brand to revolutionise audio-visual solutions for Australian businesses, enhancing customer experiences across various sectors.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 27th Aug 2024
Lockeroom Gym partners with Pendula to enhance platform
Customer Experience

Lockeroom Gym partners with Pendula to enhance platform

Lockeroom Gym partners with Pendula to streamline customer interactions, enhancing the fitness experience for business executives.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Tue, 28th May 2024