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Focal Audio Back On A Roll As Retailers Benefit From New Model Audio

David Richards January 27, 2026 No Comments

Focal sales are gaining momentum in Australia following Melbourne-based distributor Westan taking over responsibility for the brand, with indications pointing to renewed confidence among retailers who are now getting “good…

EXCLUSIVE: Chinese Phone Brand Motorola Who Operate Via Tax Haven, Pays Just $612K Tax Despite $130M In Revenue

David Richards January 27, 2026 No Comments

Motorola, the Chinese-owned smartphone brand attempting to reposition itself as a premium player in Australia, has paid just $612,000 in local tax over the past two years despite generating revenues…

Smeg Scores Two Set Win At Australian Open

David Richards January 27, 2026 No Comments

Smeg has quietly claimed a straight-sets victory at the Australian Open, proving once and for all that the real winners of Grand Slam tennis may actually be kitchen appliances. Australian…

Optus Sale Talk Complicated by Brand Damage, Valuation Uncertainty & Poor Management

David Richards January 26, 2026 No Comments

Optus has rapidly become one of Australia’s most toxic corporate asset, with would-be buyers circling the embattled telco while privately admitting the brand may already be “worthless” and the business…

Is Tim Cook Weakness Running Apple Set to Be Exposed Following As New Heir Apparent Emerges

David Richards January 23, 2026 No Comments

Apple is approaching a pivotal moment as Chief Executive Tim Cook, a logistics-focused executive who rose through IBM and Compaq before joining Apple, nears what could be the final chapter…

Real Concerns As EB Games Shovels Millions Offshore as Losses Mount and Stores Close

David Richards January 23, 2026 No Comments

EB Games has transferred almost $49 million in dividends and related payments to its US parent company, GameStop, despite reporting $11.3 million in losses over the past two years, shutting…

EXCLUSIVE: Optus Moves to Seize Full Control of Retail Network Amid Sale Speculation and Franchise Revolt

David Richards January 22, 2026 No Comments

Optus, which ChannelNews understands may be preparing itself for a potential sale, has begun a decisive and controversial push to take full ownership of its franchised retail store network under…

OPINION: Sony’s TV Retreat Could Redefine the Premium Market — If TCL Plays It Right

David Richards January 21, 2026 No Comments

Sony’s effective withdrawal from the premium TV market might look like a loss at first glance, but in reality, it could be a significant win — not just for TCL,…

Lenovo Notebook Prices Set To Surge as AI Memory Crunch and Supply Chain Pressures Bite

David Richards January 21, 2026 No Comments

The global memory crisis that has already pushed smartphone prices higher is now hitting the notebook market, with Chinese brand Lenovo emerging as an early and visible brand that…

BREAKING NEWS: Sony Cedes Control of Its TV Business To TCL

David Richards January 21, 2026 No Comments

Sony, the company that once defined television itself, has effectively surrendered control of its global TV business, handing majority ownership to China’s TCL Electronics in a sweeping strategic shift that…