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Magellan offering free Summit Series maps and discount on eXplorist range

Magellan has announced a promotions program to support its eXplorist range of personal navigation devices. The offers involve free maps and a slashing of the RRP.

Wed 22/05/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »

October Appliance Retailer keeps retailers informed as Christmas nears

What were the best products at IFA and what did Australians think of them? How can retailers best sell GPS and cordless phones? How do the retail models at Winnings and Apple affect the wider industry? All the answers are in one place...

Tue 09/10/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »

Garmin promotes new Fenix GPS device with the spirit of adventure

Garmin employed the star power of Australian adventurers Cas and Jonesy to launch its newest device in Sydney last night - a GPS wristwatch with built-in altimeter, barometer and compass, known as the fenix.

Wed 11/07/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »

TomTom offers 12 free maps on new GPS purchases

TomTom has announced a free map upgrade promotion to support its authorised resellers and retailers in the lead-up to Christmas.

Mon 07/11/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »

Which way to glory? GPS navigation for Rugby World Cup fans

Rugby fans rejoice - Australian mapping company MetroView Systems (provider of maps to the Navig8r brand of GPS devices) has launched a Rugby World Cup-specific navigation app for New Zealand cities.

Fri 23/09/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »

Garmin targeting the entry level with new Nuvi GPS devices

Garmin has released a new range of entry-level Nuvi personal navigation devices, with the three new models light on the premium features but carrying attractive price points.

Mon 19/09/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »

Avoid being a large vehicle laughing stock with Navman My Escape

Attention grey nomads, adventurers and Volvo driving soccer mum: Navman has released a GPS device specifically for your collective needs. Use this device and you won't end up on YouTube, claims Navman.

Thu 15/09/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »

Taking the green route with Uniden's iGO500 GPS unit

Uniden is going green with its latest GPS unit, offering fuel-efficient route mapping in a slimmer-than-an-iPhone body.

Tue 16/08/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »

TomTom launches HD Traffic in Australia with new Go Live GPS series

TomTom has released four new models to its range of in-car GPS devices. Called the Go Live range, these new GPS units all contain TomTom's HD Traffic feature which provides live traffic updates.

Thu 04/08/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »

Magellan navigates the outback with new eXplorist GPS units

GPS navigation supplier Magellan has launched two new waterproof hand-held navigation devices, targeted at adventurers who want to "explore their limits".

Mon 01/08/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »

Navman targets safety, Garmin attracts truckers

Garmin and Navman have both released new GPS satellite navigation products, with the two brands targeting different sections of the market.

Fri 22/07/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »

Navigon offers 30% off navigation apps for Samsung Galaxy devices

Navigon is currently promoting its range of navigation apps for Samsung Android smartphones, with the satellite navigation specialists offering a 30% discount on the price of three dedicated premium GPS apps.

Thu 21/07/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »

The best app in the world?

Navigon has today released a new app for Android smartphones, arguably one of the most practical, time saving, and angst evading apps for the driving city folk of Australia.

Fri 11/03/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »

Not lost in translation: Uniden GPS navigator

Asking for directions on an overseas holiday using a wrinkled, ripped map will be a thing of the past for Uniden consumers who purchase a new navigator.

Thu 30/09/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »

New Laser GPS i50 profiles drivers

Thanks to Laser GPS technology the days of teenagers surreptitiously borrowing their unsuspecting parents' cars, are gone.

Fri 20/08/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »

Two for one with navigational smartphone

Garmin-Asus has combined the powers of a GPS and a mobile phone with its new A10 smartphone

Wed 02/06/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »

Garmin keeps on truckin' with new GPS

Garmin has moved to put navigation at truck drivers' fingertips by today announcing the release of a portable navigation device designed specifically to suit their needs.

Wed 07/04/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »

Voxson goes "ballistic" with new HDTV tuner

Consumer electronics brand Voxson has announced “ballistic” sales of their new HDTV tuner, the HD50, in the two weeks since appearing on retailers' shelves.

Thu 14/02/2008 12:00:00 / Read More »

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A Paragon of point of sale: Samsung's "huge investment" in retail

Samsung has big plans for retail this year, with a new point of sale concept rolling out into stores across Australia. Current sat down with Samsung's VP of consumer electronics to find out why the brand is investing so heavily in the last three feet.

Fri 24/05/2013 03:32:31 / Read More »

Tell us about your upcoming event!

After two years of embarrassing inactivity, we're starting to take our Events page seriously. Get in touch if you are organising or attending an event, conference or trade show of relevance to the industry.

Fri 24/05/2013 02:16:13 / Read More »

Pour some sugar in me: Drinking coffee the glam rock way

After nights spent slashing through mad guitar solos and defenestrating TVs in Las Vegas, every true rock star needs a pick me up in the morning. And UnderCurrent has just the thing to do the trick...

Fri 24/05/2013 11:02:01 / Read More »

A taste of Modena in Sydney: First look at the new Glem Gas showroom

Glem Gas has opened a sleek new showroom in Sydney, with plenty of space to showcase the 2013 Glem and Emilia appliance ranges, as well as a dedicated demonstration kitchen for getting hands on with the Italian products.

Fri 24/05/2013 10:26:07 / Read More »

The most out-there, unusual and eye-catching coffee machines at MICE

There's no better place to observe some unusual appliance designs that at a trade show. Here are our picks for the most eye-catching coffee machines from the Melbourne International Coffee Expo (MICE).

Fri 24/05/2013 09:58:12 / Read More »

Breville unveils world first Oracle manual automatic coffee machine

A machine that combines the customisable functionality of a solo traditional with the simplicity of an automatic: that was the goal of Breville's design team several years ago, and today it has been achieved with the unveiling of the Oracle.

Thu 23/05/2013 12:20:06 / Read More »
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Launch of LG Ultra HD and Curved OLED proves brand is 'category captain'

LG Electronics today unveiled its 2013 range of television products, including a Curved OLED TV, new Ultra HD models in smaller sizes at more affordable price points, and new LED LCD and plasma TVs.

Wed 01/05/2013 04:55:02 / Read More »

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A taste of Modena in Sydney: First look at the new Glem Gas showroom

Glem Gas has opened a sleek new showroom in Sydney, with plenty of space to showcase the 2013 Glem and Emilia appliance ranges, as well as a dedicated demonstration kitchen for getting hands on with the Italian products.

Fri 24/05/2013 10:26:07 / Read More »

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The best Mother's Day Personal Care gift ideas

Mother's Day presents a great opportunity to ramp up sales in the personal care category while also making sure there are plenty of satisfied gift recipients come 12 May 2013. Here are six of the best new personal care appliances.

Tue 30/04/2013 10:49:26 / Read More »

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Pour some sugar in me: Drinking coffee the glam rock way

After nights spent slashing through mad guitar solos and defenestrating TVs in Las Vegas, every true rock star needs a pick me up in the morning. And UnderCurrent has just the thing to do the trick...

Fri 24/05/2013 11:02:01 / Read More »

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Sunbeam turning beds into the Bahamas in radio spot

Sunbeam is electrifying the airwaves this week to promote its Sleep Perfect heated blanket range, buying media across the leading FM channels in Sydney, Melbourne and Adelaide.

Tue 21/05/2013 09:37:29 / Read More »

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Top 10 Best Appliance Brands in Australia

Across the appliance spectrum, a number of brands stand out as having higher recognition, a better reputation, a greater share of voice and all the other abstractions that conflate to become brand equity. What brand will be #1?

Wed 22/05/2013 03:48:15 / Read More »

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What is the best appliance brand in Australia?

ASKO

Breville

De'Longhi/Kenwood/Braun

Dyson

Electrolux

Fisher & Paykel

Fujitsu General

Miele

Nespresso

Smeg

Other


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Myer's gastropodous growth continues, omnichannel still a focus

Department store Myer, a bedrock for the small appliance categories, has achieved its fourth straight quarter of comparable sales growth, registering a 0.4 per cent uptick for the third quarter of FY2013.

Wed 22/05/2013 11:53:34 / Read More »

Furniture the standout as Radio Rentals reports strong results

Thorn Group Limited, parent company of Radio Rentals, today announced its full year results, with the group reporting an 8 per cent increase in revenues, and healthy growth thanks to the furniture category and new Apple products.

Tue 21/05/2013 10:13:56 / Read More »

Harvey Norman to sell Lismore property, but building plans are 'halted'

Harvey Norman is selling its Lismore shopfront in a bid to find larger premises, but despite the retailer's strengths in property, Gerry Harvey said the company won't build a new store as its retail division has "come to a halt".

Mon 20/05/2013 01:22:39 / Read More »

Waitrose moves a step closer to Australian launch, John Lewis to follow?

Leading British supermarket chain Waitrose is making tentative plans to enter the Australian market, at least in some capacity, prompting speculation that department store John Lewis could be following.

Fri 17/05/2013 10:11:55 / Read More »