Speakers stories

US holiday online sales hit a record USD $257.8 billion as shoppers shifted to mobiles, Buy Now Pay Later and generative AI search tools.

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

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

LG and will.i.am debut four AI xboom speakers at CES 2026, blending adaptive sound, lighting and creative personas for parties and outdoors.

Samsung has unveiled its 2026 Australian lifestyle audio range, adding Q-Series soundbars, Music Studio WiFi speakers and Sound Tower models.

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

Amber Technology will distribute Blaze by Sonance from 2026, boosting pro and commercial audio offerings across Australia and New Zealand.

Edifier’s R1280DB Bluetooth Bookshelf Speakers are now available in over 170 Officeworks stores across Australia, priced at AUD $199.99.

The JBL Grip is a compact, lightweight Bluetooth speaker delivering powerful, clear sound and customisable ambient lighting for just USD $94.00.

Samsung introduces AI-powered Dynamic Bass Control and wireless Dolby Atmos to bring cinema-like sound immersion to home audio systems worldwide.

Crest Audio's CPL+ loudspeakers now support EASE and CLF2 data formats, enabling precise acoustic modelling for AV consultants and system designers.

Logitech and ghd launch personalised tech and beauty gifts in New Zealand, from portable speakers to advanced hair stylers, ideal for the holiday season.

Edifier partners with Officeworks to launch its audio range across 170+ Australian stores, offering headphones, speakers, and earbuds from AUD $59 to $1,099.

SonicEdge launches ST100M, a compact audio module combining speaker and microphone for smaller, higher-fidelity earphones and wearables.

Samsung will launch its new Sound Tower speakers in Australia in 2026, featuring customisable lighting and advanced audio technology for events.

LG and Canon unveil a festive range of tech gifts for every household, from OLED TVs to portable cameras, catering to film lovers and content creators alike.

Neumann launches five DSP subwoofers in its KH series, designed for precise, immersive audio monitoring in professional studios and broadcast environments.

Jamo launches the C707PA MKII active bookshelf speaker in Australia with Audacity as sole distributor, priced at AUD $1,399.

The XP Pen Magic Note Pad, a versatile Android 14 tablet with a stylus and three colour modes, offers a natural writing feel for under AUD$500.

Samsung launches The Premiere 5 interactive triple-laser ultra-short-throw projector in Australia, priced at AUD $2,999 with smart home and gaming features.