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Two popular fitness products have been recalled by the ACCC, over fears the devices may cause damage to the wearer.

NewsPremiumPopular fitness products recalled

Two popular fitness devices have been recalled amid fears the products may cause burns to the wearer.

Alexandra Feiam

Two Fitbit models require an urgent update to mitigate burns risk caused by overheating batteries, a recall said on Tuesday.

The NightlySmartwatches recalled over burn danger

Customers have been warned of an overheating issue. Here’s what you need to know.

Hayley Taylor

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TechnologyFitness apps hoovering up data, study

If you see someone at run club with a tinfoil hat, don’t be alarmed: some fitness apps are collecting seven times more personal data than the competitors.

Blair Jackson

Australians who need hearing aids could have a less stigmatising option next year.

TECHNOLOGYCommentsHuge new feature coming for Aussies who use hearing aids

One of the most common pieces of tech has been given a massive new dimension with the approval of life-changing technology in Australia.

Blair Jackson

Nuheara founders David Cannington and Justin Miller.

BusinessWA-based hearing healthcare firm Nuheara goes bust

A $21 million Perth hearing healthcare company has gone bust, blaming a fallout with a key supplier for its woes. 

Duncan Evans

Runner Tom McKinlay uses Strava

FitnessCommentsPremiumThe huge surge of Strava and why it should run the distance

Running clubs are having a moment — driven by more people wanting to be fit, a sense of camaraderie and their generally low cost — and so is the technology fuelling the increasing number of amateur runners.

Adrian Lowe

XReality Group was founded in 2011 by ex-Australian Special Forces operators and police officers. Supplied

ExclusiveAussie program US cops’ new secret weapon

From the legendary Los Angeles Police Department to a school district in Las Vegas, one Aussie tech company is soaring in the budding virtual reality market.

Duncan Evans

Both the Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 had become unavailable to order online or buy in-store in the US.

Back on shelvesCommentsPremiumApple resumes sale of watches after appeals court lifts ban

Apple put its latest smartwatch models back on sale in its US retail stores after it won a court ruling in a patent fight, providing a quick reprieve for its $24.9 billion business. 

Erik Larson and Mark Gurman

In a potential headache for owners of the Apple Watch Series 6, 7 and 8 — all of which include the blood-oxygen feature — out-of-warranty watches won’t be eligible for hardware repairs until the ban is lifted. 

Court feud loomsCommentsPremiumWhite House declines to act in Apple Watch sales ban

Apple, seeking to defend a business that generates roughly $US17 billion a year, is appealing a US sales ban of its smartwatches after the White House refused to overturn the measure. 

Josh Wingrove and Mark Gurman

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newsPremiumCommon Christmas problem solved

Everything you need to remember when you’re doing your Christmas shopping this year.

Anthony Anderson

Without a last-minute veto by the White House, a ban imposed on the Apple Watch Series 9 and and Ultra 2 by the International Trade Commission will take effect on December 25. 

Race against timeCommentsHeartstopper!: Clock ticking on Apple’s $25b smartwatch ban

Apple, just days away from a US ban of its smartwatches, is plotting a rescue mission for the $US17 billion business that includes software fixes and other potential workarounds. 

Mark Gurman

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NationalPremiumTelstra’s win after Optus outage

Optus customers have started making the switch to Telstra following the national outage last week that affected about 10 million users.

Angie Raphael

Surfer Tod Gendle lost his life to a shark attack. Supplied

NEWSState reacts to gruesome shark attacks

In the shadow of chilling shark encounters, patrols at one state’s beaches will start early to protect beachgoers from further bloodshed.

Duncan Evans

Garmin Venus 2 Plus. ACCC

NewsSmartwatches recalled over ‘blistering’ fear

Two smartwatches could leave users with skin blisters if not urgently updated, Australia’s consumer watchdog warns.

Nathan Schmidt

A popular phone manufacturer has become the most complained about company in one Australian state.

NewsState’s most complained about company

A popular phone manufacturer has become the most complained about company in one Australian state. Here’s why.

Nathan Schmidt

Pictured is James Tang from Ready Team One Ian Munro

Kicking goals CommentsPremiumPerth VR gaming arcade prepares for east coast invasion

Small dollar investors have boosted Ready Team One’s fortunes as it sets its sights on the US and beyond.

Jordan Murray

Friends are struggling to put down their phones too.

TECHNOLOGY‘Horrified’: Shocking graph reveals struggle

Many people are struggling with a major addiction without knowing it’s taking over their lives.

Isabel McMillan

Smiggles kids watches have been recalled. Source: Product Safety Australia

ChildrenPremiumUrgent recall of popular kids’ item

An urgent nationwide recall has been issued for a popular children’s item due to serious health and safety concerns.

Hamish Spence

Spy kids - Spacetalk Kids Smartwatch $349 plus monthly plan fees Allows SMS and phone calls to approved numbers and features parental controls, school mode and a step counter.

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Cleo Smith abduction triggers boom in child-trackers

A flood of new child trackers have hit the Australian market since the kidnapping of Cleo Smith.

Kimberley Caines

Amazon founder Jeff Bezos says he's dreamed of travelling to space since he was a young boy.

Jeff BezosAmazon founder to go to space on Blue Origin rocket

Amazon founder Jeff Bezos has announced plans to travel on his rocket company Blue Origin's first crewed space flight next month, along with his brother.

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The TCL MT40 Family Watch will let a child keep in touch with their parents without the use of a smartphone.

Apple WatchPremiumWhy the Apple Watch may trump smartphones for kids

Apple’s latest update makes it possible to give kids a smartwatch without a smartphone, and experts say it could be attractive for some parents.

Jennifer Dudley-Nicholson

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds.

TRAVEL TECHPremiumBud silence is golden

MOGENS JOHANSEN tests out some new noise cancelling earbuts from Bose

Mogens Johansen

Apple will launch its own workout service, called Fitness+, for iPads, iPhones, TV and Watches on December 15.

First lookPremiumThe one big catch to Apple’s new fitness app

Apple is launching its own fitness app filled with workouts to make its users sweat and shift those lockdown kilos. But there is one major issue that will disappoint fans.

Jennifer Dudley-Nicholson

The Fitbit Versa 2 smartwatch tracks steps, incline, heart rate and sleep. Google’s purchase of the company is under investigation by the ACCC.

Data issuePremiumGoogle’s Fitbit bid under scrutiny

Google might know where you are on a map but Australia’s competition watchdog is investigating whether it should have access to Fitbit’s data on you too.

Jennifer Dudley-Nicholson