Tech Toys in Music Videos: the Brilliant and the Bemusing
Apple, Sony, Nintendo, HTC: all brands that have infilitrated music videos over the years. Here we present some of our favourite examples from down the years...
Wed 03/04/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »Marantz launches almost obsolete $1,650 iDock
Marantz has today officially released its new $1,650 Consolette docking station - it requires an optional accessory to work with the latest iPhones, iPods and iPads
Tue 19/02/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »Inside iPod Central: Harvey Norman's unique store fit-out
Current had the opportunity to check out Harvey Norman's Melbourne City store this week, where the retailer is experimenting with a concept store-within-a-store format, targeted specifically at the unique city demographic.
Thu 10/05/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »iPad sales overtake iPods as Apple profit soars, new retail stores planned
Despite the initial pessimism brought about by the death of Steve Jobs and the release of the iPhone 4S instead of an iPhone 5, Apple has reported significant revenue and profit increases for the first quarter of its fiscal 2012.
Wed 25/01/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »Apple's $26 billion profit rivals Latvia's GDP
Apple released its fourth quarter results today, with the company announcing a $2 billion increase in net profit and a 166% increase in iPad sales compared to the same quarter last year.
Wed 19/10/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Apple refreshes a classic with new iPod models and features
It wasn't all iPhone 4S news at today's big Apple product announcement - the company also announced a refresh of its iPod Touch and iPod Nano models.
Wed 05/10/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Lofty ambitions as Apple launches iCloud and new operating systems
Apple has announced its latest product innovations at the company's Developers Conference overnight, including new operation systems for the Mac, iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch, as well as a cloud computing system called iCloud.
Tue 07/06/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »There's an app for that drive: Pioneer launches in-car AppRadio
For smartphone lovers and hardcore Apple devotees, Pioneer has launched the Pioneer AppRadio - an in-car head unit that brings the app experience to your daily drive.
Fri 27/05/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Bose iPod speaker docks are the best: consumer survey
Speaker specialist Bose trumped big players Sony, Philips, LG and Logitech in a survey released today measuring consumer satisfaction for iPod speaker docks.
Mon 21/02/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Does the world really need another iPod dock? Apparently we do
Canohm, the Melbourne based distributors best known for its TV and AV mounting systems, is now distributing the Conran brand of iDocks, with the first two products unveiled yesterday.
Thu 10/02/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »Gaming, gadgets and remote controls unite in new iHelicopter
What's that there flying in the sky? Is it a game? Is it a plane? No, it's a super chopper controlled by Wi-Fi from a phone. And not just any chopper, it's a quadricopter.
Wed 24/11/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »Pioneer enters Apple accessory market, adds new brand to portfolio
Pioneer has added iPod accessories to its range of goods by announcing that it will distribute and market Simplism, a Japanese accessory brand for Apple products.
Mon 15/11/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »Apple to terminate more reseller agreements
EXCLUSIVE: Apple's Australian office is currently in discussions with at least one of its 'Tier 2' resellers, with the organisation looking to unilaterally terminate its agreements to sell at least one of its core products.
Fri 20/08/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »Pure sounds from Pioneer iPod docks
Pioneer will release two new iPod/iPhone audio solutions in July, with a range of features including Bluetooth audio streaming, internet radio and HDMI 1080p upscaling. Digital Radio partner Pure also previewed an update for one of its popular DAB models.
Fri 02/07/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »Pioneer leading the way in AV receivers
Pioneer will release four new AV receivers in July offering a solution for any consumer. Starting at just $499, the range offers features like HDMI 1.4 for 3D, Bluetooth audio streaming and automatic calibration.
Wed 30/06/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »New Apple store to open on Saturday
It has been announced that a new Apple store will open in Australia on Saturday 26 June.
Tue 22/06/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »Apple iPad to hit Australia in April
Apple has officially announced that the iPad will be available in Australia from late April. The company confirmed that all models of the new tablet device will be released simultaneously, including the 3G and Wi-Fi versions.
Mon 08/03/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »Digislide expands retail presence with Next Byte
Digislide, a South Australian based company that specialises in miniature projection technology and audio solutions has just announced that it has partnered with the retail chain Next Byte.
Wed 10/02/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »The wait is over. Apple unveils iPad
Undoubtedly one of the most anticipated Apple products ever has finally been unveiled. Apple's iPad looks a lot like an oversized iPhone, but it is actually a touchscreen tablet computer that can be used for a huge variety of applications.
Thu 28/01/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »Short circuiting Belkin products recalled
Belkin has issued a recall alert on certain products in its TuneBase range, which allow you to listen to music while charging your iPhone and iPod in the car. The recall is due to a risk of short circuit and fire.
Mon 14/12/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »Shocking Logitech power adapter recalled
Logitech Australia Computer Peripherals has issued a product recall for a power adaptor on one of its iPod and iPhone alarm clocks due to a risk of electric shock. Big W, JB Hi-Fi, Harvey Norman and The Good Guys have all sold this product.
Thu 10/12/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »Brand loyalty not a concern for Apple fans
A recent study carried out by a leading research company has highlighted that Apple computer ownership is on the rise, but these consumers are hardly brand loyal, with 85 per cent also owning a Windows based PC.
Mon 12/10/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »TomTom navigation app for iPhone
TomTom has just announced that its new iPhone navigation application is now available to purchase on the Apple iTunes App Store. The company also hinted at a new iPhone mounting device slated for release later in the year.
Mon 17/08/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »Apple smashes expectations, iPhone sees 626% jump in units
Apple has just announced its financial results for the fiscal 2009 third quarter and has recorded its best non-holiday quarter revenue and earnings result in the company's history.
Wed 22/07/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »1.5 billion downloads for Apple Apps
Apple has just announced that its App Store has reached a new milestone, recording 1.5 billion application downloads in its first year.
Wed 15/07/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »Will the Aussie iPhone 3G S launch be as successful as the US?
As Australian consumers eagerly await Friday's release of the Apple iPhone 3G S, over in the US the new handset is causing quite a stir in the consumer electronics marketplace, recording one million sales in just three days.
Wed 24/06/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »iPhone grows 123 per cent as Apple reports best March quarter in history
Apple has just announced its financial results for its fiscal 2009 second quarter ending 28 March 2009, the company demonstrated a dramatic increase in revenue and profit and the iPhone in particular saw incredible growth.
Thu 23/04/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »New iPhone update set to keep Apple years ahead of competition
Apple has just previewed the new OS 3.0 software for its hugely successful iPhone and announced the immediate availability of the beta software to registered developers.
Wed 18/03/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »Philips releases 'child-safe' headphones
Philips Consumer Lifestyle has released a new child-oriented headphone set aimed at reducing potential hearing problems associated with listening too much to portable music players at loud volumes.
Wed 30/04/2008 12:00:00 / Read More »Nokia moves into music retailing with online store
Nokia will lock horns with Apple's iTunes Store from next Tuesday when the mobile phone maker launches its own online music store in Australia.
Thu 17/04/2008 12:00:00 / Read More »Wow Sight & Sound Director highlights popular Christmas gift items
Wow Sight & Sound Director of Retail Con Nicolas highlighted some new products that he predicts will be popular gift items this Christmas.
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