Sony set to take on Apple, Bose with 1000XM6 ANC buds
Last year saw some of the best noise cancelling buds we’ve ever seen, but something new from Sony was missing in action. It’s here in the new year, as the WF-1000XM6 is announced.
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Optus fixes outage, but more than phones need a restart
Following an Optus outage in February 2026, if you have more than just phones using Optus, you may need to literally turn it off and on again.
Canon looks back with a PowerShot to remember
Not many gadgets garner the status of being legendary, but with 30 years in the compact camera game, Canon is giving one of its more sought-after models a limited edition.
Samsung readies 2026 for first Unpacked
The first major phone of the new year could well be a Samsung, as the Galaxy S26 range is all but confirmed for February 26.
Optus customers advised to restart their phones
An Optus outage affecting thousands of subscribers is still going, as Optus advises a classic approach: turn it off and on again.
How to stay safe in the era of AI
AI is a part of life for many people, but it’s also something scammers are using. How do you stay safe in a world where AI is present?
Reolink covers blindspots with 360 degree floodlight camera
Security cameras monitoring the house typically only cover one angle, but what if you need to see more? Reolink might have a solution with a little more control.
Dyson reworks its robot for mopping, remains bagless
The robotic vacuum world is heating up, and Dyson is evolving its entry, joining the chorus of automatic home cleaners that can also mop the floors.
Google’s Pixel 10a almost announced by a preorder
Google’s take on the 2026 midrange might be arriving early, as the “a” series of Pixel phones is sort-of, kind-of announced. Ish.
Oppo’s latest push for the mid-range is water resistant
It seems we have a consistent benchmark for mobiles under a grand this year, as the Oppo Reno 15 range looks set to bring water resistance below $700.
