Voice Control stories

KTC and Consult Red unveil AI Media Station, a Qualcomm-powered proof-of-concept bringing private edge AI control to living room media hubs.

Samsung has mapped a TV roadmap to 2026, banking on AI, ultra-large premium screens and Micro RGB to deepen its connected home lead.

Samsung has unveiled an AI-powered Home Companion, linking Bespoke AI appliances, TVs and mobiles in a unified SmartThings ecosystem.

Hisense debuts AI-powered ConnectLife overhaul at CES 2026, unifying smart fridges, dishwashers and climate control for ANZ homes.

LG showcases “Affectionate Intelligence” at CES 2026, weaving AI through homes, cars and entertainment under “Innovation in tune with you”.

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.

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

AI, geopolitics and safety rules will force manufacturers to rethink factories, robotaxis and in-car screens by 2026, says Forrester.

LG is marking a decade of its Signature brand at CES 2026 with AI-first ‘quiet luxury’ fridges, ovens and design-led appliance ranges.

Sber launches dual-screen ATMs across Russia featuring AI assistance and rapid health checks covering 10 indicators, debuting from December.

JMGO unveils the O2S Ultra, a space-saving smart tri-laser projector offering a 100-inch 4K display from just 16.8cm for USD $2,999 in North America.

Skylink unveils the world's smallest smart side-mount garage door opener, offering space-saving design and app control.

Samsung's 115-inch Neo QLED QN90F transforms any room into a private cinema, combining sleek design with stunning 4K visuals and immersive sound for AUD $26,999.

Dematic launches Connected Workforce Platform to boost warehouse efficiency with real-time insights, device integration, and enhanced staff engagement.

Apple has unveiled Liquid Glass design and AI-powered developer tools across its platforms, including Xcode 26 and a new Foundation Models framework.

Vorwerk has launched the Thermomix TM7 in Australia and New Zealand, featuring a larger touchscreen, Open Cooking mode, and sustainability upgrades.

Apple will launch new accessibility features this year, including Accessibility Nutrition Labels, a Mac Magnifier app, Braille Access and an Accessibility Reader.

Apple will launch new accessibility features, including Magnifier for Mac, which enhances device use for people with disabilities, later this year.

Vorwerk has unveiled the Thermomix TM7, a cutting-edge kitchen appliance featuring AI support and voice control, priced at AUD $2,649 and NZD $2,849.