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Amber Technology expands ABB automation distribution to New Zealand

Tue, 8th Jul 2025
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Amber Technology extends its ABB automation distribution to New Zealand, offering integrators access to building and home automation solutions.
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Reolink slashes home security camera prices ahead of Prime Day

Tue, 1st Jul 2025
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Reolink offers up to 42% off home security cameras ahead of Prime Day, with early discounts for Australian shoppers from 1 to 7 July.
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Hands-on Review: MOVA Z50 Ultra is the robot vacuum I always dreamed of

Mon, 23rd Jun 2025
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The MOVA Z50 Ultra robot vacuum, priced at AUD $2,099, offers smart, efficient cleaning with AI sensing and self-washing mop, making chores effortless.
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Gen MZ Australians spend AUD $9.2 billion on smart home tech

Tue, 17th Jun 2025
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Gen MZ Australians spent AUD $9.2 billion on smart home tech last year, using devices to care for children, pets, and plants in daily routines.
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Reolink launches Altas 2K battery camera with pre-recording

Mon, 26th May 2025
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Reolink launches the Altas 2K battery camera in Australia, ohfeaturing 10-second pre-recording to capture crucial event details.
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Samsung introduces AI-powered appliances for Kiwi homes

Mon, 19th May 2025
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Samsung launches 2025 AI-powered home appliances in New Zealand, enhancing convenience with smart features, security, and adaptive technology for Kiwis.
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DigiCert & Panasonic speed up Matter smart home certification

Fri, 16th May 2025
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DigiCert and Panasonic Industry Europe have teamed up to streamline Matter certification for smart home devices, speeding up secure product launches at scale.
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Exclusive: Rolf Bienert discusses OpenADR Alliance's growth amid electrification shift

Thu, 15th May 2025
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OpenADR Alliance, led by Rolf Bienert, accelerates energy management amid electrification shift, enabling smarter EV charging and dynamic pricing globally.
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LG wins 35 Red Dot awards for design, led by OLED T television

Wed, 23rd Apr 2025
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LG Electronics secured 35 awards at the 2025 Red Dot Design Award, including Best of the Best for its wireless transparent OLED T TV.
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Amber Technology expands smart home solutions with ABB

Tue, 1st Apr 2025
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Amber Technology has expanded its partnership with ABB to include its ABB-free@home smart home automation solution, enhancing services for installers across Australia.
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Private 5G resilience showcased during cyclone Alfred event

Fri, 21st Mar 2025
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A pioneering private 5G network at GemLife Gold Coast withstood cyclone Alfred's fury, ensuring vital connectivity while major providers faltered.
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Arlo & SmartThings enhance home security partnership

Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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Arlo Technologies expands its partnership with Samsung SmartThings to enhance home security, introducing advanced features like AI object detection this spring.
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Amazon unveils next-gen Alexa+, powered by generative AI

Fri, 28th Feb 2025
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In addition to responding intuitively to voice commands, Alexa+ can actively manage and orchestrate other connected services and devices.
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Vulnerabilities in industrial switches uncovered by Claroty

Mon, 20th Jan 2025
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Claroty has uncovered three significant vulnerabilities in Planet Technology's WGS-804HPT Industrial switches, risking remote code execution on compromised devices.
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LG reveals AI innovations at CES 2025 for daily life ease

Wed, 15th Jan 2025
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At CES 2025, LG Electronics is unveiling its latest AI innovations, showcasing immersive experiences designed to enhance daily living at the Las Vegas Convention Center.
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LG unveils AI vision with Microsoft deal

Wed, 8th Jan 2025
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LG Electronics has unveiled its vision for AI in daily life, emphasising how Affectionate Intelligence transforms home, mobility, and commerce.
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US may ban TP-Link amid smart device security concerns

Mon, 30th Dec 2024
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Concerns are rising over TP-Link products amid reports of a potential ban, highlighting security risks associated with smart home devices in the US.
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Hands-on review: Beatbot AquaSense Pro Wi-Fi robot pool cleaner

Tue, 5th Nov 2024
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With perfect timing, Beatbot contacted Techday’s new pool owner, Darren Price, asking if he would like to test its new Aquasense Pro robot pool cleaner.
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Trend Micro hosts Pwn2Own Ireland to tackle AI risks

Thu, 31st Oct 2024
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Trend Micro has launched the Pwn2Own Ireland contest to uncover vulnerabilities in AI-enabled consumer devices, supported by Meta, Synology, and QNAP.
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Hands-on review: Narwal Freo Z Ultra

Thu, 17th Oct 2024
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The Narwal Freo Z Ultra, retailing at AUD $1,999, impresses with powerful suction and smart cleaning, making household chores seem effortless.