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A moveable feast: Acer's "edible" Aspire One Happy 2 netbook

Fashion conscious consumers after a sugar fix will love Acer's new netbook, with four "flavours" to choose from and an entry-level price to sweeten the deal.

Mon 11/07/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »

Longer life and improved connection with new Samsung netbook

Samsung Electronics has introduced a new computer truly designed for those on the go.

Tue 18/05/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »

New tablet PC unveiled by HP

HP has just announced Australian release details for its latest range of notebook and desktop PCs. One of the most notable in the line-up is the TouchSmart tm2 touch screen tablet PC.

Fri 22/01/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »

Worldwide PC market shows signs of recovery

According to Gartner, worldwide PC shipments for the fourth quarter of 2009 experienced the strongest growth rate in over seven years. Compared to the same period in 2008, shipments increased by 22.1 per cent to 90 million units.

Fri 15/01/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »

PC industry performs better than expected

According to the world's leading information technology research and advisory company, Gartner Inc, worldwide PC shipments have declined slightly in 2009 but the category has drastically exceeded earlier predictions.

Thu 24/09/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »

Tough new N310 netbook from Samsung

Samsung Australia has just released a new netbook for the Australian market. The new model not only features the latest technology, but a robust rubberised casing for extra versatility.

Tue 15/09/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »

BenQ's new LED line-up

BenQ has just announced its Spring 2009 line up, with 49 new products set for launch in the next few months. Some of the standouts include the world's first 21.5" LED monitor, a portable palm sized projector, mini notebooks and compact digital cameras.

Tue 08/09/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »

Viewsonic bursts into the netbook arena

Viewsonic which is renowned for its visual display products has bolstered its reputation as a personal computer provider with a variety of recent releases into the market. The newest addition is the VNB101 netbook.

Wed 26/08/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »

Samsung and Optus spark a netbook war

Yesterday it was announced that Telstra and Acer have teamed up to offer a range of laptops with embedded wireless broadband, now Optus has jumped into the ring and is offering its services to Samsung netbooks.

Tue 11/08/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »

Acer and Telstra's new Next G notebook solution

Telstra has just announced a new partnership with Acer Computing to offer three laptops with its built-in Next G wireless broadband, to offer consumers an all in one solution.

Mon 10/08/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »

Consumers confused about the difference between netbooks and notebooks

A US market research company has found that consumers are still confused about the difference between netbook and notebook computers, with 60 per cent of respondents claiming they purchased a netbook thinking it had the same functionality as a notebook

Mon 29/06/2009 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 »