Consumer electronics stories

Maplin’s AI-driven ad strategy has powered a 17% profit rise and 14.2% revenue growth, outpacing UK online retail averages significantly in the past year.

Hisense will stream all FIFA Club World Cup 2025 matches free on its and Toshiba smart TVs via DAZN, enhancing global sports viewing with interactive features.

LG Electronics launches EOFY sale in Australia with up to 38% off TVs, monitors, bundles, and home appliances including washing machines and vacuums.

The digiDirect Group has acquired online gaming retailer Mwave, expanding its portfolio and promising continuity for staff and customers amid post-pandemic challenges.

Rising inflation and tariffs are forcing global consumers to cut grocery spending, shift to discount retailers, and reduce purchases across several retail categories.

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.

The JBL Flip 7 speaker delivers impressive sound clarity and bass in a compact, eco-friendly design, priced at NZD $199.95 with up to 16 hours of playtime.

Hisense launches the HT SATURN 4.1.2 surround sound system in Australia, priced at AUD $1,199, featuring Devialet-tuned audio and Dolby Atmos support.

Logitech launches Flip Folio, a keyboard case for iPad Pro and Air, featuring a magnetically stowed Bluetooth keyboard and eco-friendly materials, priced from $169.99.

Singapore faces rising e-waste with 2.9 million unused smartphones idle, prompting calls for circular tech to cut waste and emissions by up to 40%.

Hisense launches the M2 Pro Laser Mini Projector in Australia, offering 4K clarity, Dolby Audio, and smart streaming for AUD $2,499.

The Samsung 9100 Pro PCIe 5.0 x4 NVMe M.2 SSD offers blazing data transfer speeds up to 14,700 MB/s, ideal for gamers and creative professionals.

Kingston launches refreshed XS Series external SSDs, offering up to 4TB storage and 2,000MB/s speeds for pros and portable options for everyday users.

Belkin has launched a range of gaming accessories for the Nintendo Switch 2, including charging cases and screen protectors, now available across Australia.

LG is offering up to 37% off on washing machines, fridges, vacuums, and ovens in its end-of-financial-year sale across Australia.

GigaDevice has opened its global headquarters in Singapore to boost its semiconductor market growth and strengthen global customer and supply chain ties.

Australian e-waste, tripling the global average, presents rising cybersecurity risks, with 10-20% of breaches linked to improper disposal of old devices.

Samsung launches the Galaxy S25 Edge in Australia from AUD $1,849, boasting a slim 5.8mm design and powerful Snapdragon 8 Elite processor.

The EPOS Impact 1000 headset impresses with premium design, adaptive noise cancelling, long battery life and seamless multi-device connectivity for home working.

HONOR's 400 Series sales in the UK surged 183% in launch week, driven by advanced AI camera features and strong market demand for innovative smartphones.