It’s a breath of fresh air for the bathroom
This clever device from Japan is for masking embarrassing noises when you’re on the toilet. So how does it work?
Gadgets
Our tech experts pick their top Christmas gifts
The Australian’s tech team has picked 18 gift ideas that are on sale now for this Christmas. Here’s what’s hot and how you can snap up a bargain.
Why Samsung wants to get into your bed
Alarm blaring? Just double tap your fingers and the problem disappears with this new smart ring which tracks your sleep and tells you how much energy you have.
Lord of the winds
Imagine a leaf blower that’s shrunk down to the size of a water pistol. Sounds fun, right? That’s the TurboJet Oz.
More power to you
The EcoFlow Delta 2 “portable power station” can run 13 devices simultaneously. It’s a serious bit of kit, but who’s it aimed at?
‘In the arms race of luxury male grooming, this is the hypersonic nuclear option’
You would expect a $799 shaver to be a bit flash. But this one’s motor boasts ‘advanced magnetic levitation technology’, no less.
High-end home cinema with built in ‘curious toddler’ detection
Those who love home cinemas may find Hisense’s latest projector will change how you watch movies – especially for families wary of kids around lasers.
Google’s new Pixel welcomes iPad generation to the fold
Meet Google’s new answer to Samsung’s folding phone range. It’s bigger but is it better? We find out.
Snore all you want, love
It’s a set of earbuds that’s specially designed for night-time use by light sleepers. So how do they work?
Apple rivals’ flattery on display with iPhone lookalike devices
Google’s latest smartphone that looks strikingly similar to Apple comes packed with some new AI features that’ll have you magically appearing in pictures you were never in.
Google is finally getting in the fold
The US tech giant is bringing its folding phone to Australia to crank up the competition with Samsung, Oppo and Microsoft, launching a new Pixel 9 range with the Fold, Pro, Buds Pro 2 and Pixel Watch 3.
Good vibrations… on your way into work
It’s touted as the world’s first built-in massaging backpack. So how does the Eume Barret work?
As the Rubik’s Cube turns 50, a revolution looms
The world of speed cubing is moving fast. But who will decide the next turn?
Electric Segway offers a lean, mean machine
Segway’s first electric motorcycle to hit the Australian market is a blast – light, fast and it doesn’t stand out in a crowd, which is perfect for the humble rider.
Sonos aces its foray into headphones
It’s a crowded market, dominated by Apple, but that hasn’t stopped Sonos from delivering a sonic boom in its first attempt at making headphones.
Can I get some privacy here?
Sick of cleaning up your cat litter tray? Let this $549 device do all the hard work for you.
If plants could talk…
It’s a godsend for anyone who has no idea how to look after their house plants: a sensor system that “gives your plants a voice”.
Hey Siri, what’s Elon’s problem?
Apple’s deal to partner with ChatGPT AI has the world’s richest man Elon Musk threatening to ban all Apple devices at his company. So what does it mean for iPhone users?
The device you need if you can’t hang a TV on a wall
This retro-styled, pint-sized, $2500 4K projector is perfect for those who can’t hang a huge TV on the wall. There’s just one catch.
LG’s latest ensures you’re pulling your weight
Think your partner isn’t pulling their weight with the housework? There’s no need to set up a camera; this nifty vacuum gives a moment-by-moment report on their effort.
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