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Hands-on review: OPPO Find N6 foldable flagship
Gaming

Hands-on review: OPPO Find N6 foldable flagship

Its slim 225g build and improved hinge make this foldable easier to use daily, while NZD $3,299 keeps it firmly premium.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Sat, 4th Apr 2026
OPPO Find N6 foldable launches in New Zealand at NZD $3,299
Google

OPPO Find N6 foldable launches in New Zealand at NZD $3,299

Premium foldable buyers in New Zealand now have another high-end option, with OPPO pricing the Find N6 at NZD $3,299.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Mon, 30th Mar 2026

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8BitDo Xbox accessories launch in Europe with EU rollout
Gaming

8BitDo Xbox accessories launch in Europe with EU rollout

European gamers will get officially licensed 8BitDo Xbox peripherals in local layouts, with prices starting at GBP £39.99.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Tue, 16th Jun 2026
Oura launches smaller Ring 5 in Australia & New Zealand
Wearables

Oura launches smaller Ring 5 in Australia & New Zealand

Australian and New Zealand buyers will pay from AUD $649 and NZD $799 as Oura shrinks its smart ring for longer daily wear.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Fri, 29th May 2026
HONOR 600 series launches in Singapore first worldwide
Gaming

HONOR 600 series launches in Singapore first worldwide

Singapore buyers get first access worldwide to HONOR’s 600 series, which starts at SGD $799 and adds AI video tools and big batteries.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Sat, 25th Apr 2026
Jabra launches Evolve3 headsets & room kit in Singapore
Unified Communications

Jabra launches Evolve3 headsets & room kit in Singapore

Hybrid workers in Singapore will get clearer calls and room coverage, as the new kit targets larger meeting spaces from 2026.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Fri, 17th Apr 2026
Hands-on review: Apple iPhone 17e tested and assessed
Gaming

Hands-on review: Apple iPhone 17e tested and assessed

Its 60Hz screen and single rear camera mark clear compromises, but the handset still delivers strong performance and all-day battery life.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Mon, 30th Mar 2026
Hands-on review: Samsung Galaxy A57 5G smartphone
Gaming

Hands-on review: Samsung Galaxy A57 5G smartphone

Longer software support and a tougher, slimmer build make Samsung's mid-range handset more appealing, though the camera and charging lag rivals.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Fri, 27th Mar 2026
Hands-on review: Samsung Galaxy A17 5G smartphone
Gaming

Hands-on review: Samsung Galaxy A17 5G smartphone

Samsung's Galaxy A17 5G pairs a standout AMOLED screen and strong battery with modest performance in an accessible budget package.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Tue, 17th Mar 2026
Hands-on review: Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra refined flagship
Gaming

Hands-on review: Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra refined flagship

Samsung's Galaxy S26 Ultra is a subtly slimmer, smarter workhorse, adding privacy display tech and camera tweaks to a refined flagship formula.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Mon, 16th Mar 2026
Ultrahuman unveils Ring PRO & Jade AI health coach
Data Protection

Ultrahuman unveils Ring PRO & Jade AI health coach

Ultrahuman debuts Ring PRO smart ring and Jade AI, promising weeks-long battery life and real-time health guidance across its ecosystem.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Wed, 4th Mar 2026
Apple unveils iPhone 17e & faster M4-powered iPad Air
Unified Communications

Apple unveils iPhone 17e & faster M4-powered iPad Air

Apple launches lower-priced iPhone 17e and faster M4 iPad Air, expanding custom chips, Apple Intelligence and satellite features.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Tue, 3rd Mar 2026

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ALOGIC launches five new workplace displays & tools
Hybrid & Remote Work

ALOGIC launches five new workplace displays & tools

Meeting rooms and desks get a wider choice as the range spans 4K touchscreens, portable monitors, a stylus and a webcam.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Mon, 22nd Jun 2026
Xiaomi launches 17T series in Australia with discounts
Wearables

Xiaomi launches 17T series in Australia with discounts

Australian buyers can save up to AUD $400 on Xiaomi's new 17T handsets, as EOFY offers bundle discounts, gifts and storage upgrades.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Thu, 4th Jun 2026
OPPO brings forward Find X9s & X9 Ultra sale in India
Storage

OPPO brings forward Find X9s & X9 Ultra sale in India

Strong pre-booking demand has pushed OPPO's Find X9s and Find X9 Ultra into stores in India two days early, unchanged in price.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Mon, 1st Jun 2026
Oppo launches Find X9s & Ultra smartphones in India
Artificial Intelligence

Oppo launches Find X9s & Ultra smartphones in India

The premium Android fight in India intensifies as OPPO touts 22% first-quarter growth and five-year software support for buyers.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Mon, 25th May 2026
Honor Magic 8 Pro launches in Australia at AUD $1,999
Gaming

Honor Magic 8 Pro launches in Australia at AUD $1,999

The premium handset lands in local stores as HONOR seeks a stronger foothold against Apple and Samsung in Australia.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Thu, 16th Apr 2026