Here's your daily tech news roundup for October 15, 2025:
Hello tech enthusiasts! Today’s roundup is packed with intriguing insights from some of Australia’s leading tech journalists. We’re diving into a variety of topics that showcase the latest trends and innovations, all curated from excellent reporting.
Ray Shaw from CyberShack shares essential tips for choosing the right robovac and mop, keeping us informed in the age of smart home gadgets. Over at EFTM, Daniel Tyson introduces us to the motorola moto g06, which promises impressive specs at an affordable price. Meanwhile, Trevor Long from EFTM takes a closer look at the innovative Breville Eye Q toaster that cooks by color rather than time—a true game changer for your kitchen. Plus, we have valuable advice from Valens Quinn at Gadget Guy on new scam-fighting technology to keep your online presence secure.
Stay tuned as we explore these stories and more, highlighting the amazing work of journalists who keep us connected to the ever-evolving tech landscape!
CyberShack
Tips for choosing a robovac/mop (Updated for AIBots and roller mops guide)
By Ray Shaw • 12:40 AM
Tips for choosing a robovac/mop, especially with the new AiBot and roller/track mops, might just save you from an expensive mistake.
EFTM
motorola moto g06 lands in Australia with a massive display and battery for under $200
By Daniel Tyson • 10:07 PM
Motorola have announced their latest budget friendly phone, with the moto g06 going on-sale today offering the largest display ever on a moto g device, and more, while still coming in at under $200. The moto g06 also offers an advanced audio system with stereo speakers and Dolby Atmos tuning delivering immersive, spatial audio and […]
The toaster that cooks by colour, not time – Breville Eye Q
By Trevor Long • 3:15 PM
You clicked, so your curiosity is piqued – that was what drew me to Breville’s HQ a few weeks ago to look at a Toaster. I travel the world looking at the latest gadgets and gizmos and here I am driving to the city to look at a toaster – what has happened to me. […]
Gadget Guy
New scam-fighting technology adds another way to stay safe online
By Valens Quinn • 9:48 PM
New AI-powered technology lets you check whether the suspicious message or email you received is actually a scam, saving your sensitive data.
Pickr
Windows 10 is officially End of Life, so what can you do?
By Leigh :) Stark • 10:07 PM
Microsoft has officially pulled the plug on Windows 10, and if you have an older PC, you have… The story Windows 10 is officially End of Life, so what can you do? appeared first on Pickr, written by Leigh :) Stark.
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max reviewed: the biggest and best
By Leigh :) Stark • 9:54 AM
Easily one of the most expensive phones of the year, the iPhone 17 Pro Max offers best in class everything, in a phone that will last you years. The story Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max reviewed: the biggest and best appeared first on Pickr, written by Leigh :) Stark.
Kobo makes a wireless page turner for eReaders
By Leigh :) Stark • 2:01 AM
Quite possibly the laziest gadget you'll come across all year, there is now a remote page turner for a device within an arm's reach of your body. The story Kobo makes a wireless page turner for eReaders appeared first on Pickr, written by Leigh :) Stark.
An alternative to the App Store is coming to Australia
By Leigh :) Stark • 9:30 PM
iPhone and iPad owners may soon be able to find apps somewhere other than Apple's App Store. The story An alternative to the App Store is coming to Australia appeared first on Pickr, written by Leigh :) Stark.
Tech Guide
Instagram’s teen accounts will now adopt a movie-like rating system – but it comes too late for Australian users
By Stephen Fenech • 7:32 PM
Less than two months before the social media ban kicks in for Australians aged 16 and under, Instagram has rolled out new teen accounts which will be guided by a similar ratings system used for movies to serve up age appropriate content. The new teen accounts will have a PG-13 rating which means users will [...]
This news roundup captures the most interesting tidbits from around the Australian tech news beat today.
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