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Aldi brings Ecovacs Deebot back for AUD $399 Special Buys
Internet of Things

Aldi brings Ecovacs Deebot back for AUD $399 Special Buys

Winter grime and pet hair are driving demand for budget robot vacuums, as ALDI prepares a limited AUD $399 run of Ecovacs' Deebot.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Wed, 10th Jun 2026
TP-Link launches Tapo DL105 smart door lock in Australia
Internet of Things

TP-Link launches Tapo DL105 smart door lock in Australia

Households now have a cheaper keyless entry option, with the new model priced at AUD $249 and offering six unlocking methods.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 2 min read • Mon, 20th Apr 2026
Mylobster.ai plans kernel-level AI assistant platform
Data governance

Mylobster.ai plans kernel-level AI assistant platform

Mylobster.ai unveils plan for kernel-level AI assistants across major platforms, targeting a USD $200 billion-plus systems-level market.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Wed, 18th Feb 2026
TP-Link debuts 4K solar Tapo C660 KIT in Australia
Storage

TP-Link debuts 4K solar Tapo C660 KIT in Australia

TP-Link launches the Tapo C660 KIT in Australia, a 4K solar-powered outdoor security camera with AI tracking and pan-and-tilt coverage.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Wed, 28th Jan 2026

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Reolink unveils OMVI 2i Ultra with new AI features
Edge Computing

Reolink unveils OMVI 2i Ultra with new AI features

Local AI search and custom alerts could cut subscription costs for home security buyers as Reolink rolls out new cameras and hub hardware.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Last month
Amazon rolls out Alexa+ in Australia via Early Access
Data Protection

Amazon rolls out Alexa+ in Australia via Early Access

Non-Prime users will face an AUD $29.99 monthly fee once Amazon's upgraded voice assistant moves beyond Early Access in Australia.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Thu, 6th Aug 2026
TP-Link launches Tapo RV50 Omni robot vacuum in Australia
Internet of Things

TP-Link launches Tapo RV50 Omni robot vacuum in Australia

Priced at AUD $899, the new model targets pet owners keen to avoid tangled rollers and dirty mop pads in busy homes.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 3rd Aug 2026
ECOVACS returns DEEBOT NEO 2.0 to ALDI at AUD $279 price
Smart Home

ECOVACS returns DEEBOT NEO 2.0 to ALDI at AUD $279 price

Households seeking cheaper help with chores can buy a robot vacuum and mop at ALDI for AUD $279, while stocks last.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 16th Jul 2026
Square launches ChatGPT app & Claude plugin for sellers
Digital Transformation

Square launches ChatGPT app & Claude plugin for sellers

Eligible US food and beverage merchants can now be found, viewed and ordered from in AI chats, with no extra marketplace commission.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 5 min read • Tue, 7th Jul 2026
BLUETTI launches FridgePower on Kickstarter: Ultra-slim battery backup for refrigerators and home use
Internet of Things

BLUETTI launches FridgePower on Kickstarter: Ultra-slim battery backup for refrigerators and home use

Households could keep fridges and medicines powered through outages, as the 2kWh backup is now on Kickstarter from AUD $1,147 equivalent.

By BLUETTI • 4 min read • Wed, 22nd Apr 2026
TCL launches QLED TVs in UK with Google TV & Fire TV
Gaming

TCL launches QLED TVs in UK with Google TV & Fire TV

British shoppers can now buy TCL's new QLED line-up from GBP £379, with models spanning Google TV, Fire TV and a 98in screen.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Thu, 16th Apr 2026
Aqara launches Matter-certified Camera Hub G350 in Australia
Storage

Aqara launches Matter-certified Camera Hub G350 in Australia

Australian households get a security camera that also acts as a hub for Apple, Google, Alexa and SmartThings, at AUD $269.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Thu, 16th Apr 2026
Britons now thank AI & satnavs more than colleagues
Artificial Intelligence

Britons now thank AI & satnavs more than colleagues

Britons now say thanks more often to AI chatbots and satnavs than to colleagues, as new research reveals a growing 'digital manners' trend.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 5 min read • Thu, 5th Feb 2026
Reolink launches E331 indoor smart camera with Argos
Storage

Reolink launches E331 indoor smart camera with Argos

Reolink debuts its £39.99 E331 indoor Wi-Fi camera exclusively at Argos, pushing low-cost, subscription-free smart home security in the UK.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Mon, 22nd Dec 2025
One in three Britons struggle to connect smart tech at home
Smart Home

One in three Britons struggle to connect smart tech at home

One in three Britons struggle to connect smart home tech, with 12.8 million planning purchases this Black Friday but facing setup frustrations.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Nov 2025
How marketers must handle search in an AI world
Partner Programmes

How marketers must handle search in an AI world

Marketers must evolve search strategies, blending proven tactics with AI trends to thrive amid Google's shift to AI-driven search landscapes.

By Rich Harper • 4 min read • Wed, 19th Nov 2025
UK shoppers blend AI, reviews & social media to make decisions
Marketing Technologies

UK shoppers blend AI, reviews & social media to make decisions

UK shoppers now combine AI tools, social media, and peer reviews to guide online purchases, reflecting a shift from relying on single search sources.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 30th Oct 2025