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Review: Mukiya Universal 360° Cube 70W GaN Travel Charger - https://techau.com.au/mukiya-gan-charger-review/ ( by Michel...
16/10/2026

Review: Mukiya Universal 360° Cube 70W GaN Travel Charger - https://techau.com.au/mukiya-gan-charger-review/ ( by Michelle Duke )

If you travel often, you know the absolute pain of packing heavy charging bricks and endless cords. The Mukiya Universal 360° Cube 4-in-1 Travel Charger condenses that bulky mess into a neat, pocket-sized device.

With a simple twist of its 360-degree rotating block, you can switch between US, UK, EU, and AU plug styles, which means no more carrying separate international adapters.

Microsoft shrinks the Xbox pad with the new A$79.95 Nano Controller - https://techau.com.au/microsoft-shrinks-the-xbox-p...
15/10/2026

Microsoft shrinks the Xbox pad with the new A$79.95 Nano Controller - https://techau.com.au/microsoft-shrinks-the-xbox-pad-with-the-new-a79-95-nano-controller/

Packing a full-size Xbox controller into your laptop bag for a weekend away can be a serious hassle. If you have been looking for a travel-friendly way to game on the go, the new Nano Controller might be exactly what you need.

Microsoft has managed to shrink down the classic Xbox pad into a much more portable form factor, making it the perfect companion for your backpack. Priced at just A$79.95, it brings the familiar Xbox experience to a smaller footprint.

Key things to know before buying an international eSIM data plan - https://techau.com.au/key-things-to-know-before-buyin...
15/10/2026

Key things to know before buying an international eSIM data plan - https://techau.com.au/key-things-to-know-before-buying-an-international-esim-data-plan/

Getting connected abroad has evolved well past the days of hunting for physical SIM cards at airport kiosks and risking huge global roaming fees from your home provider.

Choosing the right travel eSIM requires looking beyond just the price tag. It is crucial to verify your smartphone is unlocked, check that the plan connects to Tier-1 networks for reliable coverage, and match the data allowance to your actual travel needs. Whether you are hopping across borders or staying put in one location, selecting the proper regional or local bundle makes a big difference.

Read the full guide to ensure a smooth, connected, and stress free trip.

Google launched their much anticipated frontier model - Gemini 4 Argon - https://techau.com.au/google-launches-gemini-4-...
14/10/2026

Google launched their much anticipated frontier model - Gemini 4 Argon - https://techau.com.au/google-launches-gemini-4-argon-a-generational-llm-leap-that-brings-google-back-to-the-frontier/

This is available globally and is showing some very promising early signs.

While most rival models cap output around 64,000 tokens, Argon pairs a 1 million token input window with a massive 1 million token output ceiling. That gives it the headroom to ingest entire codebases or hundreds of documents and finish huge, multi-file tasks in a single uninterrupted pass.

Tesla's new $3.5 million North Albury site will see 37x EV Chargers and Solar Canopies - https://techau.com.au/teslas-ne...
08/10/2026

Tesla's new $3.5 million North Albury site will see 37x EV Chargers and Solar Canopies - https://techau.com.au/teslas-new-3-5-million-north-albury-site-will-see-37x-ev-chargers-and-solar-canopies/

Tesla is making a massive $3.5 million investment in North Albury, significantly expanding the regional EV charging landscape. The new site will feature 37x dedicated charging spaces, complete with solar canopies to provide shade and capture renewable energy.

This major infrastructure upgrade is a huge win for electric vehicle owners travelling along busy regional corridors, offering more reliability and less waiting time during peak travel periods.

Read the full details on the new site layout and what it means for the future of EV travel.

Australia's Rooftop Solar Boom Smashed Two Massive Grid Records in VIC and SA - https://techau.com.au/australias-rooftop...
08/10/2026

Australia's Rooftop Solar Boom Smashed Two Massive Grid Records in VIC and SA - https://techau.com.au/australias-rooftop-solar-boom-just-smashed-two-massive-grid-records-in-vic-and-sa/

Rooftop solar in Australia just hit unprecedented territory. Under clear spring skies, South Australia surged to a record 2,070 MW of rooftop solar output, supplying an eye-opening 96.3% of the state's total electricity demand during that peak.

Meanwhile, Victoria smashed its previous high to reach 4,191 MW, with renewables delivering nearly 66% of the state's generation.

REVIEW: MOVA Aero C Hairdryer - High-Tech Styling Meets Featherlight Design - https://techau.com.au/mova-aero-c-review/ ...
06/10/2026

REVIEW: MOVA Aero C Hairdryer - High-Tech Styling Meets Featherlight Design - https://techau.com.au/mova-aero-c-review/ ( by@mishmanners )

If you are tired of clunky, heavy hair dryers that blast scorching heat, the MOVA Aero C might be exactly what your morning routine needs. Weighing in at just 340g, this high-tech styling tool packs an aerospace-grade brushless motor spinning at a blistering 110,000 RPM.

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