Articles with tag pvr

|

TEAC releases set-top box and DVD player combo unit

TEAC has today released a new combined Digital High Definition Set Top Box and DVD Player, designed as an all-in-one unit that lets users record and play back live TV, as well as watch traditional DVDs.

Tue 05/07/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »

Three day countdown till mandatory parental locks on set top boxes

From 4 February 2011 set top boxes sold by retailers in Australia must offer a parental lock feature as determined by the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA).

Tue 01/02/2011 12:00:00 / Read More »

Sharp giving away free gifts with microwave and TV purchases

Sharp Corporation of Australia has recently announced two new promotions revolving around its range of microwaves and Aquos LED LCD TVs. Some of the free gifts include PVRs, hair straighteners and cookbooks.

Thu 01/04/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »

Major restructuring at Hybrid TV

To support an expansion of its services, Hybrid Television has announced a major restructure to its business. The company will no longer just be a licensee for TiVo but a Video on Demand and interactive service provider.

Tue 09/03/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »

Soniq unveils 500GB PVR for under $350

Soniq Multimedia has just released the QMR600X High Definition Multimedia Recorder, which offers consumers the ability to record and timeshift live TV on a 500GB hard drive for only $349.

Thu 11/02/2010 12:00:00 / Read More »

Topfield stakes claim to being Australia's leading PVR brand

Topfield laid claim to being the first manufacturer to introduce a twin tuner recorder in Australia and now the company is claiming another first and thanking retailers for their support in achieving it.

Wed 04/11/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »

Turn your PS3 into a PVR with PlayTV

Sony Computer Entertainment Australia has just confirmed that its highly anticipated PlayTV accessory will be released by the end of the month. This new device will transform the Playstation 3 into a PVR and HD digital tuner.

Tue 03/11/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »

Forget the hard drive! TEAC's new time shift LCD innovation

TEAC is creating a real buzz with its 57 series DVR LCD TVs which feature time shift capabilities without a built in hard drive. The new units directly record to USB and even external hard drives for limitless storage capacity.

Thu 13/08/2009 12:00:00 / Read More »

current latest news

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 »
current join to free enews
AUDIO VISUAL NEWS READ ALL ARTICLES

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 »

COOKING APPLIANCES NEWS READ ALL ARTICLES

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 »

PERSONAL CARE NEWS READ ALL ARTICLES

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 »

SMALL APPLIANCES NEWS READ ALL ARTICLES

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 »

SEASONAL PRODUCTS NEWS READ ALL ARTICLES

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 »

WHITEGOODS NEWS READ ALL ARTICLES

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 »

Poll

What is the best appliance brand in Australia?

ASKO

Breville

De'Longhi/Kenwood/Braun

Dyson

Electrolux

Fisher & Paykel

Fujitsu General

Miele

Nespresso

Smeg

Other


RETAIL NEWS

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 »