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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.
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Spotify lets users switch video off across the platform

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Spotify adds platform-wide video controls as listeners and Family Plan managers can now choose audio-only or visual experiences across devices.
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Agoyu wins patent for AI moving quotes app in Puerto Rico

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Agoyu secures patent for AI-powered moving app that scans video inventories, matches licensed movers and returns quotes in minutes.
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Bolt Group buys Beem app from Australian Payments Plus

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Bolt Group snaps up Beem app from Australian Payments Plus as the operator refocuses on payments infrastructure and identity rails.
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Opia expands promotion cover as brands seek budget certainty

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Opia widens promotion protection for brands as volatility, inflation and fraud fears push marketing teams to seek tighter budget control.
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Samsung launches Galaxy A57 5G & A37 5G in Australia

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Samsung broadens its mid-range push in Australia with two new Galaxy A phones, longer software support and launch discounts across major retailers.
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Hisense unveils RGB MiniLED TVs for Australia & New Zealand

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Hisense to roll out RGB MiniLED sets in Australia and New Zealand from late May, with NZD $2,299 entry pricing and wider screen choices.
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Hands-on review: Apple AirPods Max 2 refined upgrade

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Apple's premium over-ear headphones gain stronger noise cancellation, USB-C lossless audio and new smart features, but keep the same familiar design.
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Synology adds private home monitoring to BeeStation Plus

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Synology extends BeeStation Plus with local camera monitoring for homes and micro-businesses, offering AI alerts and no subscription fees.
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Hands-on review: LucidSound LS10X wired gaming headset

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LucidSound LS10X wired gaming headset delivers premium sound and comfort at AUD $50, with Xbox-friendly controls and broad console support.
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Young Australians drive surge in wellness technology use

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Young Australians lead rapid adoption of wellness tech, with red light therapy, blue light blockers and infrared saunas gaining ground.
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Lf Energy releases standardised battery dataset with Microsoft

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LF Energy and Microsoft back battery standard with dataset on lithium-ion cell design, aiming to make testing and ageing data easier to compare.
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GME launches three XRS Connect packs for off-road use

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GME has unveiled three Australian-made XRS Connect value packs for touring and 4WD users, bundling UHF CB radios, antennas and accessories from AUD $779.
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Samsung adds Art Basel Hong Kong collection to Art Store

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Samsung brings Art Basel Hong Kong 2026 works to Australian subscribers, debuting the collection on its upcoming Micro RGB and OLED TVs.
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Agent computers: The PC era, amplified

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AMD says a new class of always-on personal machine can run AI agents locally, promising more privacy, speed and productivity for users.
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Bon Charge™ launches recharge sale with AUD $500 off

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Bon Charge™ cuts prices on wellness gadgets by up to AUD $500 as survey data highlights strong demand for red light therapy among younger Australians.
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D-Link launches 14-in-1 Thunderbolt 4 dock for laptops

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D-Link's new DUF-E01 adds 14 ports, three-screen support and 60W charging to Thunderbolt 4 laptops for a cleaner desk setup.
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Tp-Link launches Wi-Fi 7 gaming routers from AUD $279

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TP-Link broadens its gaming router push with Wi-Fi 7 models from AUD $279, led by a tri-band flagship promising sharper traffic prioritisation for busy homes.
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Hands-on review: iPad Air M4 balances power and price

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Apple's latest iPad Air gets the M4 chip, Wi-Fi 7 and 12GB memory, but its 60Hz display and pricey accessories still weigh on appeal.