The rise of video-capable wearables in Australia is exposing legal and social challenges, with regulators and advocacy groups raising alarms over privacy, safety, and social norms as mainstream adoption accelerates. Smart glasses are moving from novelty to mainstream, but the…
The global memory chip crunch, intensified by AI demand, is disrupting product launches, elevating prices, and prompting strategic shifts among industry giants like Apple, Samsung, and SK Hynix, raising questions about market stability and competition. The global shortage of memory…
Global smartphone shipments are expected to decline by 12 per cent this year due to persistent memory shortages, prompting manufacturers to raise prices and focus on premium models, with the secondary market experiencing growth amid tighter supplies. Global smartphone shipments…
Tech shares declined on Monday as Meta announced its open AI vision and Intel prepared to raise $15 billion through a stock sale, signalling a shift in AI sector dynamics and investor focus. Tech shares fell at the start of…
Microsoft is set to introduce age verification measures on its Xbox and Microsoft Store platforms in Australia from August 2026, prompting privacy and security debates as tech firms adapt to evolving regulations. Microsoft has started preparing Australian users for age…
Sony unveils a new lightweight FE 100-400mm F5.6-8 OSS lens for enthusiasts, contrasting with a heavier, professional-grade model, as camera manufacturers segment their telephoto lines; Meanwhile, Dell and Singapore firms innovate in conferencing and AI integration. Sony’s latest FE 100-400mm…
Emerging screenless fitness bands from Garmin, Amazfit, and Google offer a quieter, more understated way to track health stats, redefining the market for discreet fitness wearables. Screenless fitness bands are carving out a niche for people who want health data…
A leak via Amazon UK hints that Qualcomm’s Snapdragon C-based Windows laptops, including the Acer Aspire Go 15, will cost more than the anticipated $300 minimum, challenging expectations of ultra-affordable ARM-based machines. Amazon UK appears to have given the first…
Samsung’s Galaxy Watch9 introduces personalised health scoring features that depend on extensive data collection and device compatibility, raising questions about its immediate utility for users and wellness programmes. Samsung’s latest wearable is designed to do more than collect step counts…
Samsung appears to be launching an affordable Galaxy A18 with software typically reserved for higher-end devices, signalling a focus on delivering current updates on budget phones. Samsung appears to be preparing an unusually cheap new handset that may arrive with…
