Kiwi Stories

Samsung launches 115-inch Micro RGB TV in New Zealand

Samsung brings its largest Micro RGB set to New Zealand, targeting premium buyers with AI picture tools, glare reduction and wide-colour claims.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Mon, 30th Mar 2026

Digital Entertainment

SOUNDBOKS launches MIX portable speaker in New Zealand

SOUNDBOKS brings compact MIX speaker to New Zealand with 121 dB output, 40-hour battery life and rollout through JB Hi-Fi and Airpoints Store.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Thu, 26th Mar 2026

Supply Chain

Exclusive: JB Hi-Fi NZ lifts sales but remains in the red

JB Hi-Fi New Zealand lifts FY2025 revenue above NZD $396 million and slashes losses, yet remains short of a long-awaited return to profit.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Fri, 9th Jan 2026

Customer Experience

HP New Zealand honours partners for excellence & sustainability

HP New Zealand has honoured standout partners like PB Tech, JB Hi-Fi, and Cyclone for excellence and sustainability in its 2025 Partner Awards.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Nov 2025

Global Stories

Gaming

Hands-on review: JBL Quantum 650 Wireless Gaming Headset

JBL Quantum 650 review hails modular wireless gaming headset with standout sound, removable parts and up to 45 hours' battery life.

By Damian Seeto • 4 min read • Last month

Software-as-a-Service

Amperity expands Australian operations with AWS rollout

Amperity adds Melbourne staff and launches in AWS Sydney and Melbourne to meet Australia's strict data residency demands.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Last month

Customer Experience

Tineco brings steam floor cleaner roadshow to Australia

Tineco launches an Australian roadshow for its steam floor cleaners, with Melbourne and Sydney pop-ups and models from AUD $399 to AUD $1,499.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Fri, 13th Mar 2026

Partner Programmes

Explainer: The digital shock that ended Sanity's reign

Once a 400-store giant of CDs and DVDs, Sanity has shrunk to a regional chain as downloads, streaming and rising costs reshape retail.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 5 min read • Mon, 2nd Mar 2026

Digital Transformation

Asus targets 30% APAC notebook share with AI, partners

Asus courts 215 APAC partners in Sydney, tying AI PCs and omnichannel retail to an ambitious 30% consumer notebook market share goal.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Tue, 10th Feb 2026

Gaming

Game review: Animal Crossing: New Horizons Switch 2 Version

Animal Crossing: New Horizons finds fresh life on Switch 2 with sharper visuals, faster loading and smart but non-essential new features.

By Damian Seeto • 6 min read • Tue, 27th Jan 2026

Marketing Technologies

Sandisk launches Creator Series storage for digital professionals

Sandisk unveils Creator Series storage, offering mobile and desktop solutions tailored for digital professionals and content creators in Australia.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 18th Nov 2025

Noel Leeming

Oura launches ceramic smart ring with four colours in Australia

Oura has launched its Ceramic Ring 4 in Australia and New Zealand in four colours, priced at AUD $799, now available at major retailers including Harvey Norman.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 3rd Oct 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Smart Home

Amazon launches smaller Fire TV Stick HD in Australia

Amazon brings a cheaper, slimmer Fire TV Stick HD to Australia, with USB-powered design, faster performance and retailer sales from 29 April.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Last week

Unified Communications

HONOR X9d 5G launches in Australia with focus on durability

HONOR's rugged mid-range X9d 5G lands in Australia with an 8300mAh battery, 108MP camera and IP69K protection for AUD $699.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Last month

Gaming

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

HONOR targets Australia's premium handset market with Magic 8 Pro, a camera-focused flagship featuring AI tools, a 200MP lens and AUD $499 bonus watch.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Last month