Here's your daily tech news roundup for September 30, 2025:
Hello tech enthusiasts! Today’s roundup is brimming with exciting innovations and thoughtful analyses from some of our favorite sources. We’re diving into the latest in home tech with Daniel Tyson from EFTM, who reports on the launch of ECOVACS' flagship X11 series robot cleaners, now equipped with PowerBoost technology for efficient home cleaning. Meanwhile, Scott Plowman from EFTM explores whether OPPO's premium smartphone camera can hold its own against the Canon PowerShot V1—an interesting comparison for photography lovers.
On the storage front, Chris Button from Gadget Guy reveals the impressive capabilities of Samsung's new 8TB SSD, perfect for both PC and PS5 users, while he also covers Arlo's launch of an affordable 360-degree security camera starting at just $79. In other news, IT News shares insights on Singtel's comments regarding the Optus CEO's efforts to resolve ongoing issues, and Anthropic's introduction of Claude 4.5 aims to enhance business solutions. Don’t miss Leigh Stark from Pickr’s take on the newly miniaturized DJI action camera and the innovative Withings BeamO, your essential home health toolkit. Let’s delve into these stories!
EFTM
ECOVACS Flagship X11 series robot cleaners go on-sale today with new PowerBoost tech to clean your home in one go
By Daniel Tyson • 12:39 AM
The latest in robot vacuum tech is hitting Australia, with ECOVACS latest flagship, the X11 series available in-stores today. Announced at IFA earlier this month, the DEEBOT X11 series includes the DEEBOT X11 PRO OMNI which is priced at $2,699, and the DEEBOT X11 OmniCyclone with a bagless OmniCyclone Station for $2,999. The DEEBOT X11 […]
Can a premium smartphone camera from OPPO compare to a traditional point and shoot camera, the Canon PowerShot V1?
By Scott Plowman • 8:30 PM
If you’ve been on a holiday or visited any local tourist attractions recently, you would have noticed that more and more people seem to be using handheld compact and mirrorless DSLR cameras. We know that smartphones can take some fantastic pictures but surely there must be something to the old compact cameras that still make […]
Gadget Guy
Huge 8TB Samsung SSD adds a lot of PC and PS5 storage
By Chris Button • 9:26 PM
If you still don't have enough space for your games after installing Samsung's 8TB SSD 9100 Pro, you might have a problem.
Arlo launches 360-degree security camera from just $79
By Chris Button • 9:26 PM
Among an entire range upgrade, the Arlo Essential Pan Tilt cameras provide 360-degree coverage at an affordable price.
IT News
Singtel says Optus CEO needs time to fix issues
Published at 1:12 AM
After emergency call outages.
Anthropic launches Claude 4.5, touts better abilities, targets business customers
Published at 5:11 PM
Microsoft will now add Copilot features powered by Anthropic models.
Pickr
DJI shrinks the action camera to nano sizes
By Leigh :) Stark • 7:38 PM
The world of the action camera is already compact, but one of the world's leading drone makers thinks it can still be smaller, as DJI reveals the Nano. The story DJI shrinks the action camera to nano sizes appeared first on Pickr, written by Leigh :) Stark.
Withings BeamO reviewed: your home health toolkit
By Leigh :) Stark • 1:04 AM
The name is a little strange, but the Withings BeamO is clever: a gadget that can take medical readings and send them to your phone, no doctor needed. The story Withings BeamO reviewed: your home health toolkit appeared first on Pickr, written by Leigh :) Stark.
Pixar comes to life in tiny Robosen robot toys
By Leigh :) Stark • 7:10 PM
The characters of Pixar films are being reborn in a compact robotics platform made for the desk, as Robosen ventures beyond sizeable Transformers. The story Pixar comes to life in tiny Robosen robot toys appeared first on Pickr, written by Leigh :) Stark.
Tech Guide
Ecovacs DEEBOT X11 review – sets a new standard for robot vacuums
By Stephen Fenech • 10:52 PM
The release of the new Ecovacs DEEBOT X11 is a watershed moment when robot vacuums went to another level in terms of design, quality and reliability. The rate of improvement we’re seeing with this category has been remarkable and Ecovacs is leading the way. The DEEBOT X11 is an amalgamation of impressive new features that [...]
Optus customers cut off from Triple Zero again after mobile tower issue
By Stephen Fenech • 7:35 PM
Optus has experienced issues with a mobile tower in West Dapto in NSW which impacted calls between 3am and 12.20pm yesterday including calls to Triple Zero. Optus has confirmed with local police that the 12 callers who attempted to contact emergency services during that period are all OK. All services have been restored to the [...]
This news roundup captures the most interesting tidbits from around the Australian tech news beat today.
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