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Amazon draws ire for disabling Echo voice privacy feature

1 week ago | gadgetguy.com.au | Chris Button |Junkee. Based

In case you missed it, Amazon recently shut down a privacy feature across compatible Echo smart speakers. Previously, owners of specific Echo devices in the US could use Alexa-enabled voice commands without sending any audio off-device. That has since changed, as Amazon pushes further into generative AI features. In an email to affected customers, Amazon explained that the “Do Not Send Voice Recordings” setting would stop working on 28 March 2025.
New Skullcandy Method 360 ANC steps up audio quality with Bose

1 week ago | gadgetguy.com.au | Chris Button |Junkee. Based

Skullcandy has come out with a new set of in-ear headphones in Australia, the Method 360 ANC, using Bose technology to block out unwanted noise and pump tunes into your ears. At $189, the Skullcandy Method 360 ANC is the brand’s priciest set of earbuds to date. They’re said to level up comfort and audio quality to compete with pricier noise-cancelling headphones. There is plenty of competition already, with premium heavy-hitters hovering around the $300-400 mark.
One question mark remains over Switch 2 game pricing in Australia

1 week ago | gadgetguy.com.au | Chris Button

It’s a messy time to be a Nintendo fan. Ever since the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct aired, finding credible sources of information has proven trickier than one would think. One common piece of information that’s been mistranslated, misconstrued, and misappropriated revolves around the price of Switch 2 games. Namely, how much each game will cost across regions, between physical and digital versions. As part of Nintendo’s regimented pre-order process, each region went live with its own set of details.
Why Nintendo Switch 2 games cost nearly $120

1 week ago | gadgetguy.com.au | Chris Button

Excitement surrounding the Nintendo Switch 2 launch quickly turned to surprise the moment pre-order information emerged. A more expensive console was widely expected, but the biggest shock arguably came from seeing the price of Switch 2 games. “Drop the price” comments flooded Nintendo’s subsequent livestreams, as fans came to terms with the increased cost of gaming. In Australia, the Nintendo Switch 2 costs $699.95 for the console alone.
A PS5 now costs more than $800 in Australia thanks to price bump

1 week ago | gadgetguy.com.au | Chris Button

It’s now more expensive than ever to get a PS5 in Australia, as Sony Interactive Entertainment has confirmed an immediate price increase across the globe. Described as a “tough decision” in an announcement via the PlayStation blog, Sony’s game console now costs more in Australia, New Zealand, Europe, and the UK.
Arlo Easter sale saves hundreds on smart home security cameras

1 week ago | gadgetguy.com.au | Chris Button

Ahead of the Easter holiday, Arlo has announced a sale on its range of home security cameras and floodlights. So, if you’re planning to be away for the long weekend, it might be worth adding some extra peace of mind. It’s a pretty extensive sale, encompassing Arlo’s Essential 2K cameras, the premium Ultra 2 range, and the brand’s latest floodlight cameras, including the bright Wired Floodlight Camera.
Is the Roborock F25 Ace the best home cleaner?

1 week ago | gadgetguy.com.au | Valens Quinn

Wet-dry vacuums are the dream appliance on paper. A single appliance that handles both vacuuming and mopping, combining two separate devices into one: that sounds like a winning recipe. We recently put the Roborock F25 Ace, one of the latest wet-dry vacuums, to the test, and it shows how far the technology has come. The appeal of devices like this is pretty obvious. Instead of doing one lap of your home to clean dust, and then another to mop the floors, you only need to do one loop.
Save up to 34% on EcoFlow portable power stations this Easter

2 weeks ago | gadgetguy.com.au | Chris Button

If you’re planning a trip away this Easter, it might be worth taking a look at a portable power station. As the name suggests, these power stations provide an easily accessible power supply when an electrical outlet is hard to come by. Taking advantage of the countless camping trips no doubt coming up, EcoFlow has an Easter sale on now, taking hundreds of dollars off popular models. The power brand’s sale includes up to 34% off a range of power stations, including the EcoFlow DELTA 3 Plus.
$500 off this Motorola phone is an absolute bargain buy

2 weeks ago | gadgetguy.com.au | Chris Button

It’s not every day you see a half-price phone. Over the next couple of weeks, the Motorola Edge 50 Pro is a sizable 50% off, along with a nice deal on its mid-range sibling. Normally $999, the Edge 50 Pro is as cheap as $498 at Harvey Norman between now and 30 April. At full price, it competes in the same price bracket as the iPhone 16e (which is also on sale), with a few points of difference.
Garmin Vivoactive 6 aims to make you feel less groggy

2 weeks ago | gadgetguy.com.au | Chris Button

Garmin has released the Vivoactive 6 smartwatch in Australia, adding a big focus on sleep health. The $549 wearable comes in a bit under the Series 10 Apple Watch, and is billed as more of an everyman’s smartwatch compared to the pro-level Garmin Enduro 3 and Fenix 8. From a hardware perspective, the Garmin Vivoactive 6 is very similar to the previous Vivoactive 5 model.