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Amazon launches upgraded Echo Show 15 with built-in Fire TV
Amazon has unveiled the next-generation Echo Show 15, a 15.6” Full-HD (1080p) smart display that combines immersive entertainment with smart home functionality. Available now for AU$549.00, the device is designed to seamlessly integrate into...
Amazon Echo Show 8 (3rd Gen) Review — A sweet spot for your smart...
The 2024 Echo Show 8 continues to build on Amazon’s lineup of Alexa-powered devices with a screen, offering a balanced combination of practicality and features. Positioned between the smaller Echo Show 5 and the...
Amazon unveils new Kindle lineup with record reading prediction for Aussies
Amazon has launched an entirely new range of Kindle devices, just in time for summer, when Australians are expected to read over three billion pages on their Kindles. The lineup includes the fastest-ever Kindle...
Eero Max 7 Review — Network power to burn!
The Eero Max 7 landed on my test bench a few weeks ago, and I've had a great time testing it. There's been some interesting findings and a few little things that I need...
Amazon Announces the New Echo Show 8 in Australia: Now Available for Pre-Order
Amazon has advised that the latest generation of its popular Echo Show 8, is now available for pre-order in Australia. The new Echo Show 8, priced at AU$249.00 features significant upgrades from the previous...
Amazon Echo Spot (2024) review — The latest smart alarm clock
The original came and went, largely without fanfare but here we are in 2024 to witness the return of the Amazon Echo Spot. It's a great form factor, has some great features, and delivers...
Amazon Unveils the All-New Echo Spot: A Smart Alarm Clock for Modern Bedrooms
Amazon has launched the Echo Spot, the newest addition to its Alexa-enabled device range. This innovative smart alarm clock, designed with a sleek look, offers a variety of custom clock faces and vibrant colors,...
Amazon Unveils Enhanced Echo Show 5
Amazon has revealed the latest version of its popular Echo Show 5, tailored specifically for Australian and New Zealand markets. The Echo Show 5, renowned for its compact design featuring a five-inch screen and...
Eero Max 7 and Eero Pro 6E: A New Era of Wi-Fi Connectivity
In the ever-evolving landscape of home networking, Amazon's Eero has consistently been at the forefront of delivering robust, user-friendly, and high-performance Wi-Fi solutions. The latest additions to their lineup, the Eero Max 7 and...
You can now enjoy BINGE and Kayo Sports on Fire TV
One of the main complaints from users about the Fire TV hardware is that not all streaming apps are on there yet. Well, part of that has been resoled with BINGE and Kayo Sports...
Ausdroid Reviews: Ring Doorbell Battery Plus – ring ring, why don’t you give me...
Ring has been around for a while now and is now part of the bigger Amazon parent.
The Ring Doorbell Battery Plus has been revamped with the ability to now, with a wider field of...
Alexa calling features expand to include mobile calls in Australia
The steady migration of the Australian workforce to a hybrid, work from home model has driven the smart home market. As part of this, smart speakers are selling more and being used more than...
Phil’s best of 2022
It's a pretty generic statement covering the past 3 years to say it's been challenging. Thankfully, we've seen restrictions easing and something resembling a normal life -- whatever that is -- returning. As we've...
Ausdroid Reviews: Alexa Voice Remote Pro – its Pro time for the Fire TV
Amazon has announced a new remote which will work across its Fire TV streaming devices, such as the Fire TV Cube we recently reviewed, which you can read here.
The Alexa Voice Remote Pro is...
First Look and Photo Gallery: Fire TV on Australian Echo Show 15
As I revealed last week Amazon Australia has released a free software update so that Echo Show 15 smart displays now have Fire TV functionality, adding many new apps to the 15.6″ screen playback...