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Work from Home (WFH) stories

In what most systems administrators may well imagine were the good old days, work was as much a place as an activity. Today, people work from anywhere. While this delivers advantages including flexibility, potentially better productivity and the promise of an improved work/life balance while attracting staff regardless of where they might live, it is not without its challenges. Security and access to company resources is more complex, while appropriate devices, connectivity and even workspaces must be considered.
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Yealink debuts hybrid work audio gear at Officeworks

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Yealink launches SP92 speakerphone and BH71 Pro headset at Officeworks, targeting hybrid workers needing clearer calls in noisy spaces.
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Belkin unveils new chargers & Switch 2 case for ANZ

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Belkin reveals Qi2 chargers, power banks and a rugged Switch 2 charging case for ANZ, with key products set to land from March 2026.
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Shoplifter alerts more than double in 2025 - Facewatch says

2 days ago
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Facewatch says UK retailers’ facial recognition alerts more than doubled to over 500,000 in 2025 amid rising theft and abuse in stores.
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Firewalla Orange brings portable Wi-Fi 7 Zero Trust

Last week
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Firewalla Orange debuts as a pocket-sized Wi-Fi 7 router and firewall, bringing Zero Trust-style protection to homes, offices and travellers.
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Fraud expert warns FCA Firm Checker will not stop scams

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A leading fraud expert says the FCA’s new Firm Checker will boost transparency but leave sophisticated social engineering scams largely untouched.
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ASUS unveils Copilot+ PCs with new ProArt & Zenbook

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ASUS debuts a Copilot+ PC line at CES 2026 with creator ProArt gear, dual‑screen Zenbooks and budget Vivobooks spanning three chip platforms.
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espresso Lite 15 launches colourful portable displays at CES

Last week
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Australian brand espresso unveils Lite 15 portable monitor at CES, a colourful 15.6-inch USB-C display targeting budget-conscious travellers.
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HP debuts slimmer AI laptops & creator all-in-ones

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HP has revealed a slimmer AI‑centric OmniBook Ultra 14 and OmniStudio X 27 creator desktop as it overhauls PCs for hybrid, creative work.
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How identity verification could have stopped a $300M Crypto scam

Last month
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North Korean hackers stole USD $300M via fake Zoom calls; robust identity checks could have broken the scam’s chain of trust.
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AONMeetings to launch low-cost video calls in India

Last month
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AONMeetings to launch browser-based video calls in India within two weeks, with local plans from INR ₹169 a month including webinars.
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Hands-on review: Yealink WH64 Hybrid Dual UC DECT wireless headset

Last month
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Yealink’s WH64 Hybrid Dual UC DECT headset delivers crisp calls, strong music performance and all-day comfort for busy open-plan offices.
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AI deepfakes to drive rise in mobile cyber threats by 2026

Last month
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AI-fuelled deepfakes and tailored social scams will drive a surge in mobile cyber threats by 2026, forcing firms to rethink security.
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Exclusive: VyOS Networks on why enterprise networks need a unified OS layer

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VyOS says the age of the central office is over, pitching a universal software network layer for cloud, remote work and AI-era traffic.
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Intel unveils Canada laptop guide with game giveaway

Last month
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Intel launches a Canada laptop guide from CAD $399.99 to CAD $2,199.99, bundling select gaming models with a free blockbuster PC title.
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Synology adds Acronis backup to Bee series storage

Last month
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Synology bundles three-year Acronis True Image Essentials licences with every Bee series device, adding full-system backup and ransomware defence.
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SonicWall launches TZ80 firewall to simplify small office security

Last month
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SonicWall unveils the TZ80 firewall, delivering enterprise-level security and easy management for small and remote offices amid growing network complexity.
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Australian hybrid work divide persists as new laws considered

Last month
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Almost half of Australian workers adopt hybrid work, sparking debate as Victoria considers law granting two days homeworking weekly.
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Hands-on Review: Logitech Zone Wireless 2 ES headset

Fri, 28th Nov 2025
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The Logitech Zone Wireless 2 ES headset offers lightweight comfort, adaptive noise cancellation and clear mics, ideal for interviews and long workdays.
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Battery & technology woes cut productivity for Aussies

Tue, 25th Nov 2025
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Battery and tech issues disrupt work for many Australians, with 60% panicking over low laptop batteries and frequent crashes hurting productivity.
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Why you should skip Amazon this Black Friday

Mon, 24th Nov 2025
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This Black Friday, spending locally instead of on Amazon could support your community and boost the economy on Small Business Saturday, November 29, 2025.