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Samsung promises "white glove" service with Ultra HD rollout

After the launch of Samsung's new TV line-up, Current sat down with the brand's director of AV to talk about what the range offered and to find out why its Ultra HD program will be "the best thing that this industry has seen".

Fri 19/04/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »

In pictures: Samsung's 2013 TV and AV line-up

What products are set to hit retail stores in 2013 and what will consumers be choosing when they buy TV and home theatre products this year? Current takes a look at what Samsung has on offer before it arrives in Australia...

Thu 07/03/2013 12:00:00 / Read More »

Panasonic reinvented as a whitegoods brand as AV sales diminish

Formerly a company best known for its home entertainment product, specifically plasma TVs, Panasonic is now selling more appliances than it is audio visual equipment.

Thu 14/06/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »

From $17,000 to $1,000: A Decade Of Plasma

The average cost of a plasma TV in 2003 was $10,156. Back then, plasma TVs ranked fifth on the list of Top Digital Product Categories. Plasma TVs is now number four on that list, though the average sales price has dropped 90 per cent to $1,030.

Tue 22/05/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »

Panasonic revives Viera plasma TV range, resurrects MySpace

Panasonic has announced a boost to its range of Viera plasma televisions at CES today, as well as a new "MySpace TV" service that will bring the social network's music library to internet-enabled flat panels.

Tue 10/01/2012 12:00:00 / Read More »

It's kosher! Vivo selling TVs to Israel

Australian TV manufacturer, Vivo International, is now going international with the company's first overseas orders going to Israel after an inspection by an Israeli delegation found the company's China factory to be 'kosher'.

Fri 18/12/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »

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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 »

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 »

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 »

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 »

Q&A with James Dyson: Research, ideas and the treachery of copycats

In a special one-on-one interview with James Dyson, Current.com.au speaks to the man behind the brand to find out what goes into making a Dyson product, and why he takes it so personally when other brands copy his designs.

Tue 21/05/2013 09:34:37 / Read More »

PlayStation 4 unveiling is just for the squares

UnderCurrent has seen some vague and ridiculous product teaser videos in its time, but this new trailer for the PlayStation 4 certainly takes the cake.

Tue 21/05/2013 09:08:34 / 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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Miele co-owner talks about latest range coming at IFA 2013

Dr Reinhard Zinkann provides a preview of what the retailers and consumers can expect from Miele at the 2013 IFA exhibition and conference, to be held in Berlin in early September.

Mon 20/05/2013 02:35:27 / Read More »

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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 »

Retailers encouraged to learn more about changes to workplace relations

The Australian Retailers Association is holding Employment Relations Briefings in Sydney and Melbourne next week to educate retailers and staff on changes in the workplace relations field.

Thu 16/05/2013 02:25:47 / Read More »