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What to look for when buying a laptop in 2026

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Laptop buyers face a trickier 2026 market as processors, battery life, portability and build quality all shape the best choice for different users.
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Reolink launches solar floodlight cam in Australia

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Reolink rolls out AUD $179.99 solar floodlight camera in Australia, targeting households with wire-free installation, local storage and AI detection.
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Amazon launches smaller Fire TV Stick HD in Australia

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Amazon brings a cheaper, slimmer Fire TV Stick HD to Australia, with USB-powered design, faster performance and retailer sales from 29 April.
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Hands-on review: JBL Quantum 650 Wireless Gaming Headset

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JBL Quantum 650 review hails modular wireless gaming headset with standout sound, removable parts and up to 45 hours' battery life.
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RØDE unveils Sonaura mic tech, wireless gear & software

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RØDE launches Sonaura MEMS mic tech, RØDELink II wireless system and podcast software in broad push across pro audio and creator tools.
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Turtle Beach launches Stealth Pro II headset in Australia

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Turtle Beach's new premium wireless headset lands in Australia with AUD $549.95 pricing, CrossPlay 2.0 switching and dual swappable batteries.
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TP-Link launches Tapo DL105 smart door lock in Australia

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TP-Link broadens its Australian smart lock line-up with the Tapo DL105, a cheaper keyless entry model offering fingerprint access, doorbell and app control.
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HiDock launches P1 AI voice recorder with HiNotes 3.0

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HiDock's P1 AI recorder targets privacy-minded professionals with Bluetooth earphones, 64GB storage and GBP £169 pricing.
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Hands-on review: Casa Pop-Up Desk for hybrid work

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Logitech's Casa Pop-Up Desk is a tidy hybrid-work kit, with a clever stand and comfortable keyboard offset by an average touchpad.
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Turtle Beach launches Super Mario Switch 2 controllers

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Turtle Beach expands Nintendo accessories with Rosalina and Koopa Troop wireless controllers for Switch and Switch 2, priced at USD $109.95 each.
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Aqara launches Matter-certified Camera Hub G350 in Australia

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Aqara's Camera Hub G350 lands in Australia, pairing 4K security monitoring with Matter interoperability, local storage and privacy features.
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Sony expands INZONE line with H6 Air & new colours

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Sony expands its INZONE gaming range with an open-back headset and fresh finishes for earbuds, mouse and mousepad accessories.
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Mother's Day gift ideas span home appliances & tech

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Sunbeam, adidas and Canon have unveiled Mother's Day picks from an electric blanket to a camera, with prices from AUD $139 to AUD $1,399.
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HONOR X9d 5G launches in Australia with focus on durability

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HONOR's rugged mid-range X9d 5G lands in Australia with an 8300mAh battery, 108MP camera and IP69K protection for AUD $699.
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Honor Magic 8 Pro launches in Australia at AUD $1,999

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HONOR targets Australia's premium handset market with Magic 8 Pro, a camera-focused flagship featuring AI tools, a 200MP lens and AUD $499 bonus watch.
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Ledger appoints Ian Rogers to lead AI security push

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Ledger names Ian Rogers as Chief Human Agency Officer, putting hardware approval and human oversight at the centre of its AI security push.
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Samsung unveils 2026 home audio range in Australia

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Samsung broadens its Australian audio push with minimalist wireless speakers, upgraded Q-Series soundbars and portable towers for homes and gatherings.
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Gigabyte bundles Surfshark One with AI laptops in ANZ

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Gigabyte pairs Surfshark One with select AERO X16 and GAMING A16 laptops in Australia and New Zealand to boost its AI PC pitch.
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Ion in early talks with Meta & Alphabet over video tech

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Ion Video says Meta and Alphabet are among several global tech groups in early talks over its patented system to make video easier for AI tools to use.
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Trust wins fourth EcoVadis Gold sustainability rating

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Trust earns fourth straight EcoVadis Gold as stricter scoring keeps it among the top 5% of companies for sustainability.