Wild scenes as e-bike explodes inside home
An electric bike has triggered chaos inside a suburban home in Adelaide after its battery erupted into flames and then exploded.
Gadgets
Samsung’s new folding phones: What to expect
The world’s biggest smartphone maker is expected to unveil new phones that flip and flex, along with one major change to a top-selling product.
‘Big Brother’ landlord’s creepy move
Eight students living in a Brisbane sharehouse were horrified to discover their landlord had taken this extraordinary step inside their home.
The gadget that could end ironing
This next-generation wardrobe has the potential to banish clothes ironing and end trips to the dry cleaner. Can it do it?
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Google Pixel’s weird ‘ghost icon’ issue
GHOST icons are appearing on Google’s new phone screens as if they have been “burnt” into the display, users claim.
How to make your devices better
THERE are several reasons why smartphones, tablets and PCs start to seem slower after a while — the good news is you can take steps to prevent this.
Telstra notches big win in roaming debate
TELSTRA has had a major win today but it means mobile customers will have less freedom when it comes to their coverage.
Bad news if you want the iPhone X
IF YOU were hoping to get your hands on the new iPhone X when it goes on sale in November, you might want to start making other plans.
Why Google’s smartphones struggle
THE world’s richest internet company will launch its second Pixel smartphones this month but analysts say Google has a long way to go to really challenge Apple.
The problem with 5G on smartphones
THOUSANDS more mobile phone base stations could be installed near homes and playgrounds under a controversial plan by Australia’s telcos.
There’s a huge problem with the iPhone 8
TECH giant Apple has suffered another blow amidst a lacklustre launch of the iPhone 8 and 8 Plus – both of which are selling at a worryingly low rate.
iPad hack adds nifty camera button
AS APPLE strips away bezels and buttons in its quest for a minimalist design, it can create challenges for third party developers — but this hack is genius.
Must-have gadget for summer
WE are heading into the Australian summer and are about to spend much more time spend outdoors, which means you need to get one of these.
The world’s most ridiculous dating show?
THEY might not look like it, but these cartoons are actually real people — and what you’re witnessing is their first date together.
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