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Samsung unveils AI-led premium TV roadmap to 2026
Digital Transformation

Samsung unveils AI-led premium TV roadmap to 2026

Samsung has mapped a TV roadmap to 2026, banking on AI, ultra-large premium screens and Micro RGB to deepen its connected home lead.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Thu, 8th Jan 2026
Samsung unveils AI 'Home Companion' for smart living
Biometrics

Samsung unveils AI 'Home Companion' for smart living

Samsung has unveiled an AI-powered Home Companion, linking Bespoke AI appliances, TVs and mobiles in a unified SmartThings ecosystem.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Thu, 8th Jan 2026
Samsung backs FAST TV as streaming shifts to hybrid mix
Marketing Technologies

Samsung backs FAST TV as streaming shifts to hybrid mix

Samsung champions FAST TV at CES 2026, betting ad-backed channels will anchor a hybrid future of streaming, live and linear viewing.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 5 min read • Thu, 8th Jan 2026
Dreame unveils AI whole-home ecosystem, AU launches
Robotics

Dreame unveils AI whole-home ecosystem, AU launches

Dreame unveils an AI whole-home ecosystem at CES 2026 and confirms its thinnest robot vacuum and new personal-care device for Australia.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 6 min read • Wed, 7th Jan 2026
LG certifies Razer Wolverine V3 for webOS cloud gaming
Gaming

LG certifies Razer Wolverine V3 for webOS cloud gaming

LG unveils a “Designed for LG Gaming Portal” pad scheme, certifying Razer's new Wolverine V3 as its first ultra-low latency TV controller.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Wed, 7th Jan 2026
Hisense unveils 116-inch RGB MiniLED TV & 2026 range
Gaming

Hisense unveils 116-inch RGB MiniLED TV & 2026 range

Hisense debuts a 116-inch RGB MiniLED flagship and expanded 2026 range at CES, adding cyan LEDs, gaming upgrades and AI-powered software.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 5 min read • Tue, 6th Jan 2026
Samsung unveils unified AI vision across home & TV
Gaming

Samsung unveils unified AI vision across home & TV

Samsung sets out unified AI vision at CES, turning TVs, appliances and health services into connected 'companions' in daily life.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 6 min read • Tue, 6th Jan 2026
LG unveils ultra-thin true wireless OLED Wallpaper TV at CES
Encryption

LG unveils ultra-thin true wireless OLED Wallpaper TV at CES

LG unveils a 9mm ultra-thin true wireless OLED Wallpaper TV at CES 2026, touting brighter Hyper Radiant Colour and AI-enhanced visuals.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 5 min read • Mon, 5th Jan 2026
Samsung unveils 130-inch Micro RGB TV flagship at CES
Smart Home

Samsung unveils 130-inch Micro RGB TV flagship at CES

Samsung has unveiled a 130-inch Micro RGB flagship TV at CES 2026, pairing a bold 'Timeless Frame' design with advanced AI picture tech.

By Mark Tarre • 5 min read • Mon, 5th Jan 2026
LG unveils Gallery TV, blending art & home cinema
Smart Home

LG unveils Gallery TV, blending art & home cinema

LG is debuting its wall-hugging Gallery TV at CES 2026, a MiniLED 4K screen that doubles as a customisable digital art canvas.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Tue, 30th Dec 2025
LG unveils Sound Suite with Dolby Atmos FlexConnect
Smart Home

LG unveils Sound Suite with Dolby Atmos FlexConnect

LG is launching its modular Sound Suite at CES 2026, headlined by the first soundbar with Dolby Atmos FlexConnect and AI-driven tuning.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Mon, 22nd Dec 2025
LG unveils Micro RGB evo flagship TV with AI at CES
Biometrics

LG unveils Micro RGB evo flagship TV with AI at CES

LG will debut its Micro RGB evo flagship at CES 2026, touting ultra-fine RGB LEDs, AI processing and full BT.2020 colour coverage.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Sat, 20th Dec 2025
Samsung unveils 2026 Micro RGB TV range with AI boost
Digital Entertainment

Samsung unveils 2026 Micro RGB TV range with AI boost

Samsung will debut a full 2026 Micro RGB TV lineup from 55 to 115 inches, adding AI-powered processing, colour upgrades and spatial audio.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Fri, 19th Dec 2025
Philips unveils Ambilight TVs for hotels with gaming & AirPlay
Gaming

Philips unveils Ambilight TVs for hotels with gaming & AirPlay

Philips launches Ambilight-enabled MediaSuite TVs for hotels, featuring Google Cast, Apple AirPlay, and cloud gaming to enhance guest entertainment globally.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 18th Nov 2025
LG secures top prizes at CES 2026 for OLED & smart tech
Digital Entertainment

LG secures top prizes at CES 2026 for OLED & smart tech

LG Electronics won multiple CES 2026 Innovation Awards, including top honours for its transparent 77-inch OLED TV and advanced webOS smart platform.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Nov 2025

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Hands-on Review: Samsung's new 115-Inch Neo QLED is the black beauty of TVs
Digital Entertainment

Hands-on Review: Samsung's new 115-Inch Neo QLED is the black beauty of TVs

Samsung's 115-inch Neo QLED QN90F transforms any room into a private cinema, combining sleek design with stunning 4K visuals and immersive sound for AUD $26,999.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Wed, 29th Oct 2025
Samsung unveils 115-inch Micro RGB TV in Australia for AUD $41,999
Digital Entertainment

Samsung unveils 115-inch Micro RGB TV in Australia for AUD $41,999

Samsung launches its 115-inch Micro RGB R95 TV in Australia for AUD $41,999, boasting advanced colour precision and AI-enhanced display technology from 10 December 2025.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Mon, 27th Oct 2025