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Clamshell notepad to be upstaged by '40 new form factors' at CES

The notepad has barely changed in appearance since being introduced on the market. That is about to change, according to a CEA executive, with 40 new form factors expected at the 2013 International CES.

Fri 04/01/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »

Not good enough to say 'Everybody else is price gouging, so why can't we?'

Federal Government MP Ed Husic has been campaigning for lower prices for technology products in Australia. Listen to his thoughts here and compare them with our previously published position.

Fri 30/03/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »

In defence of 'price gouging'

COMMENT: Consumers are wrong to accuse suppliers of price gouging while Government MPs should stop adding to retailers' woes and start acting to help them through the economic downturn.

Fri 23/03/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »

Lenovo ThinkCentre all-in-one Computer recall

Lenovo has issued a voluntary recall of its ThinkCentre all-in-one Computer (model number M90z) due to problems with the power supply causing a potential fire hazard.

Mon 12/03/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »

'We're Number Two, We're Number Two', claims Lenovo

Lenovo has today issued a statement declaring that it has surpassed Dell as the world's second largest PC company.

Thu 13/10/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »

Demise of HP TouchPad has no public effect on tablet rivals

The demise of the HP TouchPad has not stirred any rival suppliers into a public panic, with Apple, Lenovo, Asus and Motorola all dodging the question of how this incident will affect the tablet industry. Only Acer provided some insights.

Wed 24/08/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »

Lenovo masters art of similarity with IdeaPad K1 tablet, coming soon

The new Lenovo IdeaPad K1 tablet, coming later this year, is similar but slightly different to the many, many other Android tablets on the market.

Wed 20/07/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »

Police investigate Byron Bay laptop heist

A Byron Bay high school has had over $30,000 worth consumer electronics stolen from its main building, including laptops and a projector.

Mon 07/02/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »

Intel and friends to launch 2011 PC generation tomorrow

Intel will tomorrow be conducting the launch of its 2nd Generation Intel Core processor family. Also there will be Sony, Samsung, HP, Dell, Acer, Asus and more.

Mon 17/01/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »

Lenovo and AMD launch new notebooks for under $1,000

Lenovo has teamed up with AMD to launch its new range of notebooks. Both the Lenovo ThinkPad Edge and X100e will be available from $999 and feature AMD's new VISION Pro technology.

Fri 15/01/2010 12:00:00 / 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 »

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 discount off the RRP.

Wed 22/05/2013 01:17:29 / Read More »

Xbox One promises live TV viewing, but will it work in Australia?

At the launch of the new Xbox One console overnight, Microsoft spent serious time showing off a new "TV on Xbox" feature. But despite the flashy demonstrations, details on how it would work outside the US were thin on the ground.

Wed 22/05/2013 12:20:17 / Read More »

The power of Xbox One: Inside Microsoft's newest gaming console

Microsoft has unveiled its newest gaming console, known as the Xbox One, promising increased processing power, updated architecture and a new user interface featuring voice control and multi-tasking capabilities.

Wed 22/05/2013 11:50:16 / Read More »

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 »

Kmart recalls electric air pump due to severe shock risk

Kmart has recalled a 240-volt electric air pump, designed for domestic use, due to a fault that may cause severe electric shocks in affected products.

Tue 21/05/2013 03:15:26 / 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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Inside the HIA Sydney Home Show: Image Gallery

While the builders and specifiers were out in force at the HIA Sydney Home Show today, there were also plenty of appliance brands showing off their wares.

Fri 17/05/2013 01:07:32 / 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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Sunbeam and Breville competing to catch the MICE crowd

The Melbourne International Coffee Expo, being held this week, will see a highly charged, caffeinated battle of the brands as Sunbeam and Breville compete for the attention of coffee snobs, coffee lovers and coffee casuals.

Tue 21/05/2013 09:48:12 / 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 »