The flipping great Samsung Galaxy Flip gets better with the 2024 Flip 6
A bigger battery, a better camera – Samsung has done just about everything required to make...
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Samsung Galaxy Fold6 gets thinner, lighter and smarter for 2024
It’s tough to iterate in big ways in the smartphone space, let’s be honest the last to...
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Samsung Galaxy Ring is official – when it gets to Australia is another matter.
It was at the start of this year when Samsung teased this all-new product the “Galaxy...
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Vodafone offers free roaming in Paris for three days of the Olympic Games
With just over two weeks until the Opening Ceremony of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, Vodafone has...
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Behind The Blue: So you want to be a cop? Two days in the life of a police officer, behind the scenes
NSW Police have given a handful of community leaders, company executives, and media representatives the opportunity to go behind the scenes – from the police academy, to life on the beat. And we got to take part!
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Logitech announce new Lightspeed powered G309 gaming mouse
Building on the back of the iconic G305 gaming mouse, Logitech have today announced their latest...
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Amazon announces the new Echo Spot, five years after the original
Amazon originally introduced the Echo Spot to the world back in 2018 and since then has released...
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Hybrid car sales in Australia: Half year report card 2024
Market leader Toyota continues to dominate hybrid cars sales in Australia, claiming the first six spots on the Top 10 sellers list so far this year. The Japanese manufacturer still represents more than two out of every three hybrid cars sold locally so far this year, despite a wave of new competition.
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EXCLUSIVE: Tim Cook talks about the launch of Apple Vision Pro in Australia
They say the President of the United States if the most powerful position in the world, the...
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Toyota LandCruiser 70 Series V8 to be axed, now the scramble to fill thousands of customer orders before it’s too late
The iconic Toyota LandCruiser 70 Series V8 will be axed by the end of next year – and some variants will go out of production this year – as the model switches solely to four-cylinder power. But the Toyota LandCruiser 70 Series heavy-duty off-road four-wheel-drive will soldier-on into its fifth decade after going on sale locally in 1985.
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Electric car sales in Australia: Half-year report card 2024
Electric-car trailblazer Tesla continues to top the sales charts for electric vehicles in Australia – accounting for almost half of all electric cars sold – according to official data for the first six months of this year. But there were major upsets elsewhere on the list.
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2024 Lexus UX300e Review: The luxury electric hatchback smaller than a Tesla
This is the fully electric version of the Lexus UX small SUV (though it’s more of a high-riding hatchback). It’s also available as a petrol-electric hybrid.
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LDV eDeliver 7 electric van gets Gold Star safety for crash-avoidance tech
The latest round of van safety tests in Europe – which assess crash-avoidance systems rather than how they protect the driver in a destructive test – has given 16 of 17 vans tested top marks of either ‘Platinum’ or ‘Gold’ status.
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The EFTM review: 2024 Tesla Model 3 Performance. Bye-bye BMW M3, nice knowing you Mercedes-AMG C63
This is the updated version of the Tesla Model 3 Performance, one of the fastest electric cars on sale in Australia priced below $100,000. This much performance and grip at this price makes thoroughbred German sports sedans and coupes look laughable.
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Review: Jeep Gladiator Rubicon ute. So what’s it like in the daily grind?
This is the ute version of the iconic Jeep Wrangler – and it is huge. It has a stretched chassis so it has the same size cabin as the four-door Wrangler, plus a decent-sized ute tray.
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JBL launches sunglasses – JBL Soundgear Frames
Audio legends JBL have pioneered a new product category for the brand – “Audio...
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They fought the law and the law won: Beat the Blue 2024
The 2024 Beat The Blue challenge – a charity event that pits police in a test of skill on a wet skid pan versus car enthusiasts – has raised $50,000 for Police Legacy, which supports the families of fallen police officers.
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The EFTM Review: 2024 Tesla Model 3 Standard Range
This is the biggest update to the Tesla Model 3 electric car since it launched in the US seven years ago – in 2017 – and in Australia in 2019.
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Microsoft and Amazon are bringing Xbox Cloud gaming to select FireTV sticks
Microsoft is set on expanding availability of their Xbox cloud gaming service to anywhere, even...
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Pros and cons of plug-in hybrid cars: Do they make sense?
Plug-in hybrid cars were intended to be a stepping stone between petrol cars and electric vehicles, to eliminate range anxiety. The pitch: when the battery runs flat after the first 50km or so on electric power, the petrol engine takes over for a further 400km or more.
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Smartphone maker HMD picks up Canstar Blue Innovation Excellence award
At their Innovation Excellence Awards, Canstar Blue have given a nod to smartphone maker HMD,...
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Will Rivian electric pick-up and Tesla Cybertruck come to Australia?
The Rivian electric pick-up from the US is poised to come to Australia as a mining vehicle by the end of this decade – and industry insiders say that could lead to right-hand-drive examples being available to the public.
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Samsung to bring Galaxy AI to new foldables and more at Galaxy Unpacked on July 10th
Samsung will show off their latest devices next month, with their next Galaxy Unpacked event set...
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Why hybrid cars are not created equally: Read this before you buy
Hybrid car sales have hit top gear in Australia and are now at record levels – even outpacing the growth in electric car sales, according to the latest official data.
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Motorola razr 50 series and Moto Tag tracker announced and heading to Australia from next month
Ready to flip the script, Motorola have unveiled their latest foldable phones overnight with the...
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Google announces hardware event for August 13 – Pixel 9, Watch 3 and more
Google have announced their annual Made by Google event, with invites heading out to press for an...
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Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses update brings Meta AI features to Australia
The “Meta AI” features which launched in the USA only for owners of the Ray-Ban Meta...
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Review: MG3 Hybrid tested, big change for top-selling small car
This is the first new MG3 hatchback in more than a decade – and it’s available with the option of hybrid power. It replaces the previous MG3 which has been the top-selling city-car in Australia for the past four years in a row – and the biggest-selling car from China in this class.
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Tesla Model Y topples Toyota RAV4, Corolla to become world’s top-seller
The Tesla Model Y topped the global new-car sales race last year – the first time an electric car has been the top selling vehicle – but now we know by how much.
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Optus cyberattack was not highly sophisticated or one that required advanced skills – ACMA tells Federal Court
The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) has filed a claim with the Federal Court...
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Amazon Echo Show 5 gen 3 smart display heading to Australia next month
Pre-orders are now open for the Echo Show 5 here in Australia, with Amazon announcing their...
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Nissan Navara gains power roller shutter option with smartphone connectivity
The Australian-developed Nissan Navara Warrior off-road ute – and all current-generation Nissan Navaras fitted with the factory ute tub – now have the option of a powered roller shutter cover with remote control.
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Nissan Warrior sales to double this year, after passing 10,000 milestone
The homegrown Nissan Navara Warrior off-road ute is poised to go from strength to strength with plans to ramp up production after recently passing a major production milestone.
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Motorola’s EOFY deals can get you into a foldable phone for under $800
As the financial year draws to a close, the End of Financial Year deals are mounting and Motorola...
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LG offers up excellent EOFY deals on their TV and UltraGear gaming monitors
It’s nearly time for the tax man, and the End of Financial Year (EOFY) sales are here to help....
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Review: 2024 Fiat 500e Abarth electric hot hatch
Electric power has come to the Fiat 500 – and the iconic Abarth name has been applied to hot hatch version. Is the performance worthy of the badge?
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Massive battle brewing between Chevrolet and Ram in Australia
Ram has carved out a massive slice of the US pick-up market in Australia over the past six years, but the market leader is now under serious threat from Chevrolet – and Ford is gearing up to join the battle.
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Review: 2024 Honda Accord Hybrid, buy this car or a Toyota Camry Hybrid?
This is the first all-new Honda Accord in five years and marks a major technology shift, drives better than any model before it, and has a new hybrid system that delivers genuine fuel savings.
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Preview drive: 2024 Suzuki Swift Hybrid road-tested ahead of showroom arrivals
This is the first new Suzuki Swift in seven years – since 2017 – and it’s a hybrid! According to the fuel rating label, the new Suzuki Swift Hybrid is as economical as a Toyota Prius, which is great news for miserly motoring.
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Samsung Galaxy Watch FE offers the latest Wear OS features on a budget
Samsung have unveiled their latest FE (Fan Edition) branded device, with the Galaxy Watch FE now...
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Cracking deal on Ecovacs Deebot NEO 2.0 with auto-empty station at ALDI next week!
When Ecovacs’ robot vacuums are offered up for sale at Aldi for their Special Buys they...
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Images and details of Google Pixel Watch 3 leaks in two different sizes
The Google Pixel Watch 3 is expected to be announced alongside the Pixel 9 series later this year....
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Australia no longer has a new car priced below $20,000 drive-away
Anyone looking to buy a new car for a teenage member of the family – or drive a cheap reliable hatchback into retirement – will now need to pay more than $20,000 for the first time in at least four decades.
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Hold the Phone! Australians will have to wait for Apple Intelligence as the US gets it first
In the fast paced world of Apple keynotes there’s lots of information, sometimes explained...
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Review: 2024 Mitsubishi Triton GLS, buy this ute or an Isuzu D-Max?
This is the first all-new Mitsubishi Triton since 2015. Despite the family resemblance to the previous model, this is completely new from the tyres up – new chassis, new body, new interior, new engine.
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Aussies want bigger, better quality TVs that don’t reflect glare
The TV continues to be a focal point in the family home, with new technologies helping to...
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Review: Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid, why this is a game-changer for Hyundai
This is the first all-new Hyundai Santa Fe in six years. Instead of a diesel, it’s a hybrid. It marks a bold new design direction – and puts Hyundai in a head-on tackle with hybrid leader Toyota.
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iOS 18 brings some AI Assistance to your iPhone – Apple Intelligence
Apple has played a massive game of AI Catch up today with the announcement of “Apple Intelligence”...
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Apple Vision Pro confirmed for Australia – $5,999 – Available in July
It’s been a year, but we’re finally getting Apple Vision Pro! At their annual Worldwide...
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Electric VW Kombi van and people mover touch down in Australia
The electric version of the modern VW Kombi – officially known as the iD Buzz – is a step closer to Australian showrooms.
Two examples of the iconic electric vehicle – a van and a people-mover – have been caught on camera after touching down at Sydney Airport.
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