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Reolink unveils OMVI 2i Ultra with new AI features
Edge Computing

Reolink unveils OMVI 2i Ultra with new AI features

Local AI search and custom alerts could cut subscription costs for home security buyers as Reolink rolls out new cameras and hub hardware.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Last month
Hands-on review: Narwal Flow 2 robot vacuum and mop
Internet of Things

Hands-on review: Narwal Flow 2 robot vacuum and mop

A strong choice for hard floors, the robot struggles on thick carpet, limiting its appeal in homes that need full-room coverage.

By Darren Price • 6 min read • Mon, 24th Aug 2026
TP-Link launches Tapo RV50 Omni robot vacuum in Australia
Internet of Things

TP-Link launches Tapo RV50 Omni robot vacuum in Australia

Priced at AUD $899, the new model targets pet owners keen to avoid tangled rollers and dirty mop pads in busy homes.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 3rd Aug 2026
ECOVACS returns DEEBOT NEO 2.0 to ALDI at AUD $279 price
Smart Home

ECOVACS returns DEEBOT NEO 2.0 to ALDI at AUD $279 price

Households seeking cheaper help with chores can buy a robot vacuum and mop at ALDI for AUD $279, while stocks last.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 16th Jul 2026
Aqara launches G400 wired doorbell camera in Australia
Internet of Things

Aqara launches G400 wired doorbell camera in Australia

Homeowners seeking a wired smart doorbell can now choose a 2K model with Apple HomeKit Secure Video, local recording and offline alerts.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Wed, 13th May 2026
Bose launches modular Lifestyle home audio collection
Smart Home

Bose launches modular Lifestyle home audio collection

Buyers can build from a single speaker to a 7.1.4 cinema system, as Bose targets simpler wireless home audio set-ups.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Wed, 6th May 2026
BLUETTI launches FridgePower on Kickstarter: Ultra-slim battery backup for refrigerators and home use
Internet of Things

BLUETTI launches FridgePower on Kickstarter: Ultra-slim battery backup for refrigerators and home use

Households could keep fridges and medicines powered through outages, as the 2kWh backup is now on Kickstarter from AUD $1,147 equivalent.

By BLUETTI • 4 min read • Wed, 22nd Apr 2026
Aqara launches Matter-certified Camera Hub G350 in Australia
Storage

Aqara launches Matter-certified Camera Hub G350 in Australia

Australian households get a security camera that also acts as a hub for Apple, Google, Alexa and SmartThings, at AUD $269.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Thu, 16th Apr 2026
LG unveils 2025 QNED evo TVs with advanced AI & Mini LED
Biometrics

LG unveils 2025 QNED evo TVs with advanced AI & Mini LED

LG launches its 2025 QNED evo TVs with Mini LED, advanced AI and webOS 25, offering vibrant colours and immersive sound in sizes up to 100 inches.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 29th May 2025

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Aldi brings Ecovacs Deebot back for AUD $399 Special Buys
Internet of Things

Aldi brings Ecovacs Deebot back for AUD $399 Special Buys

Winter grime and pet hair are driving demand for budget robot vacuums, as ALDI prepares a limited AUD $399 run of Ecovacs' Deebot.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Wed, 10th Jun 2026
TP-Link launches Tapo DL105 smart door lock in Australia
Internet of Things

TP-Link launches Tapo DL105 smart door lock in Australia

Households now have a cheaper keyless entry option, with the new model priced at AUD $249 and offering six unlocking methods.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 2 min read • Mon, 20th Apr 2026
TP-Link debuts 4K solar Tapo C660 KIT in Australia
Storage

TP-Link debuts 4K solar Tapo C660 KIT in Australia

TP-Link launches the Tapo C660 KIT in Australia, a 4K solar-powered outdoor security camera with AI tracking and pan-and-tilt coverage.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Wed, 28th Jan 2026
Hisense unveils AI-led ConnectLife smart home revamp
Digital Transformation

Hisense unveils AI-led ConnectLife smart home revamp

Hisense debuts AI-powered ConnectLife overhaul at CES 2026, unifying smart fridges, dishwashers and climate control for ANZ homes.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 5 min read • Thu, 8th Jan 2026
Hands-on Review: Narwal Freo Z10
Smart Home

Hands-on Review: Narwal Freo Z10

The Narwal Freo Z10 robot vacuum combines powerful suction and AI-powered self-cleaning for efficient, low-maintenance home cleaning at NZD $2,225.

By Tom Richmond • 7 min read • Fri, 1st Aug 2025
DigiCert & Panasonic speed up Matter smart home certification
Internet of Things

DigiCert & Panasonic speed up Matter smart home certification

DigiCert and Panasonic Industry Europe have teamed up to streamline Matter certification for smart home devices, speeding up secure product launches at scale.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 16th May 2025
LG unveils world-first wireless OLED & AI-driven TVs
Digital Entertainment

LG unveils world-first wireless OLED & AI-driven TVs

LG Electronics has introduced its 2025 OLED evo television range, featuring the world's first true wireless model, designed for personalised home entertainment.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Tue, 7th Jan 2025
Arlo unveils Wired Floodlight Camera with 2K video & AI
Storage

Arlo unveils Wired Floodlight Camera with 2K video & AI

Arlo Technologies has launched its Wired Floodlight Camera, featuring 2K resolution and smart home integration, priced at USD $249 and available at Bunnings.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 19th Nov 2024

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