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Gen Z drives surge in UK tech subscriptions as ownership declines

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UK device subscriptions have surged 57% year-on-year, driven by Gen Z who prefer flexible access over ownership amid rising costs and eco concerns.
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Hands-on Review: OPPO Find X9 Pro smartphone

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OPPO's Find X9 Pro flagship, with a 200MP Hasselblad lens, 7500mAh battery, and 6.78-inch 3600-nit AMOLED display, redefines premium smartphones.
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UK small businesses face surge in cyberattacks as BT acts

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UK small businesses face a 300% rise in daily cyber scans, prompting BT to launch AI-powered antivirus to shield SMEs from growing cyber threats.
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RØDE unveils Wireless Micro Camera Kit for versatile audio

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RØDE launches Wireless Micro Camera Kit, offering versatile, professional audio with dual transmitters and universal camera compatibility for USD $149.
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OPPO unveils Find X9 Series in NZ with advanced camera features

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OPPO launches Find X9 Series in New Zealand, featuring advanced cameras, durable design, and powerful specs starting at NZD $1,999.
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AI-powered tools reshape the Canadian holiday shopping journey

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Nearly half of Canadian holiday shoppers plan to use AI tools for gift research, marking the first AI-powered festive season in Canada, says Google Canada.
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WestJet & TELUS unite loyalty schemes for travel & tech perks

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WestJet and TELUS have merged their loyalty programmes, letting members earn and redeem points across both travel and tech services for added perks.
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JioBharat unveils Safety-First features to protect families in India

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Jio launches Safety-First on JioBharat phones, offering location tracking and controls from INR ₹799 to protect families across India.
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Whoosh! launches tech hygiene range in Australia for safer screens

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WHOOSH! Tech Hygiene has launched its non-toxic, screen-cleaning products in Australia to tackle bacteria on frequently used digital devices safely.
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Hands-on Review: Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max 512GB - Cosmic Orange

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Apple’s latest flagship balances raw performance with careful design, combining lasting battery life, serious camera upgrades and a hint of what’s next.
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Hands-on review: Kobo Clara Colour

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Kobo's new Clara Colour e-reader offers a 6-inch colour screen and 42-day battery life but costs NZD $299, limiting appeal against multifunctional smartphones.
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Young Australians embrace multi-hyphenate lives with new tech

Tue, 30th Sep 2025
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New research shows nearly one in four young Australians juggle side hustles and content creation, embracing tech to lead multi-hyphenate lives in 2025.
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Samsung launches new Galaxy devices in Australia with AI focus

Fri, 26th Sep 2025
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Samsung launches its AI-powered Galaxy Tab S11 and S25 FE phones in Australia, starting at AUD $349, with new tablets, earbuds, and smartphones now available.
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Qualcomm unveils Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 with advanced AI & video

Thu, 25th Sep 2025
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Qualcomm launches Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, its fastest mobile CPU, with enhanced AI, gaming graphics, and professional video features for flagship smartphones.
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Pelion launches Consumer eSIM for IoT to enhance connectivity

Wed, 24th Sep 2025
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Pelion launches Consumer eSIM for IoT, offering businesses scalable, secure connectivity as consumer eSIM chipsets become widely available in devices.
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HONOR & CuteCircuit unveil AI-designed outfit with Magic V5

Thu, 18th Sep 2025
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HONOR and CuteCircuit reveal an AI-designed multipurpose outfit inspired by the new Magic V5 smartphone, blending fashion with cutting-edge technology.
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CelcomDigi opens iPhone 17 pre-orders with rebates up to MYR RM1,200

Wed, 17th Sep 2025
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CelcomDigi launches pre-orders for iPhone 17 series in Malaysia with rebates up to MYR RM1,200 and free PhoneCARE protection starting 12 September 2025.
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Sony Xperia 10 VII debuts in UK with new camera features

Wed, 17th Sep 2025
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Sony launches the Xperia 10 VII in the UK at GBP £399, featuring a new shutter button, improved cameras, 2-day battery life, and advanced display technology.
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Apple unveils iPhone 17 with AI camera upgrades & new display

Thu, 11th Sep 2025
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Apple launches the iPhone 17 featuring AI-powered cameras, a brighter ProMotion display, the new A19 chip, and improved battery life, starting at AUD $1,399.
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Apple launches iPhone 17 Pro range with new design & features

Thu, 11th Sep 2025
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Apple unveils iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max with new aluminium design, A19 Pro chip, enhanced cameras, longer battery life, and Wi-Fi 7 support.