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REVIEW:Big Wide Arlo Floodlight With Security Camera Built In

David Richards July 2, 2020 No Comments

It’s smart in more ways than one, the new Arlo Pro 3 camera that comes with a sleek looking light and security camera built in is now available in Australia…

Netgear Debut Cheaper Wi-Fi 6 Orbi Mesh Router

Roma Christian July 1, 2020 No Comments

Netgear has debuted a second-generation of its Wi-Fi 6 supported Orbi mesh router – more affordable than its predecessor in exchange for slightly decreased performance. The new mid-range RBK752 will…

Google ‘Smart Home Virtual Summit’ Next Week

Roma Christian June 30, 2020 No Comments

Google will host a two-day ‘Smart Home Virtual Summit’ next week for its developer community -i n lieu of the annual I/O Conference – as demand for Google Assistant powered…

‘Mirror’ Bought For Half-Billion Dollars By Lululemon

Roma Christian June 30, 2020 No Comments

Smart mirror maker, Mirror, has been acquired for US$500 million by women’s fitness apparel behemoth, Lululemon, as demand for at-home workout streaming soars amidst the coronavirus pandemic. Mirror sells ~US$1,500…

Google Adds Group Video Calls To Nest Hub Max

Elise Reid June 26, 2020 No Comments

Google is rolling out a new group video call feature to its smart display device Nest Hub Max – previously, users could only make one-on-one video calls. Nest Hub Max…

realme Ramp Up Smart Home Hub: Smart TV & More

Roma Christian June 24, 2020 No Comments

Chinese smartphone manufacturer, realme, has pledged to significantly ramp up its connected home ecosystem with the forthcoming launch of a new smart speaker, smart TV and more – currently reserved…

LG Premium ‘InstaView’ Fridge Notches Million Global Sales

Roma Christian June 23, 2020 No Comments

LG Electronics has announced its iconic InstaView Door-in-Door refrigerator notched one million sales worldwide this month, with an average of over 700 units sold per day. The premium large-capacity fridge…

Google Assistant’s New ‘Voice Match’ Can Recognise Individual Users

Elise Reid June 12, 2020 No Comments

Google Assistant has added a new, slightly creepy feature – Voice Match – which can recognise your voice in order to give you a more personalised service. Voice Match can…

LASER Shake Up Oz Market With SmartHome Price Drop: $10 Smart Bulbs, $18 Wi-Fi Plugs

Roma Christian June 10, 2020 No Comments

Australian-owned electronics manufacturer, LASER, has sought to shake up the local market by announcing a significant price reduction on its CONNECT SmartHome range – including smart light bulbs for just…

49% Of Australians Now Have Some Form Of Smart Home Tech

Elise Reid June 4, 2020 No Comments

Bunnings research has found that smart home tech is taking off in Australia, with as much as 49% of the population now having some form of this technology. “Our research…