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1 week ago | channelnews.com.au | David Richards

Big brands in particular US and European brands are today being mocked by Chinese Tik Tok users, who claim that big name branded products manufactured in Chinese factories are significantly over priced. Chinese influencers are encouraging buyers to overcome punitive Trump tariffs by buying direct from the “world’s factory” — China where TV’s for LG, Philips, Sony, Sharp Blaupunkt are manufactured along with Miele, Smeg and Delonghi products as well as headphones from Sennheiser.

1 week ago | channelnews.com.au | Joe Gallop

Sonance-owned US audio brand James Loudspeaker has added a new high-performance model to its Small Aperture Series of architectural speakers. The newly launched SA68, now available in Australia, brings notable acoustic and design upgrades while maintaining the compact, discreet form factor the range is known for. The SA68 is designed for installations where sound quality and visual subtlety are both priorities.

1 week ago | channelnews.com.au | Joe Gallop

Apple-owned audio brand Beats has stepped into the charging accessory market with the launch of its first cable lineup, Beats Cables. The launch includes a new range of reinforced charging cables, available in multiple colours and configurations. The new lineup is available now via Apple.com in a choice of USB-C to USB-C, USB-A to USB-C, and USB-C to Lightning configurations.

1 week ago | channelnews.com.au | David Richards

Australian distributors, and buyers from retail groups are this week in Hong Kong for the annual Hong Kong Fair and as Chinese’s manufacturers spruik their wares Australian buyers are seen as being more import than buyers from the USA. According to several Australian distributors at the show which normally attracts tens of thousands of buyers one is message is clear, Chinese manufacturers are reeling with “just about everyone claiming that all their US orders have been cancelled”.

1 week ago | channelnews.com.au | Joe Gallop

Skullcandy has launched its most advanced true wireless earbuds to date, the Method 360 ANC, developed in collaboration with Bose. The new earbuds feature active noise cancelling and premium sound performance using Bose’s licensed audio technology. Skullcandy is positioning the Method 360 ANC as a high-quality option for users seeking a blend of performance, comfort, and style at an accessible price point. The earbuds will retail in Australia for A$189.99.