New Products and Services Unveiled

Sydney, Aug 7: Stay informed with the latest industry developments, from groundbreaking advancements in audio technology to innovative approaches in probiotics and beauty care.
Discover how companies are navigating economic challenges and enhancing consumer experiences. Read more below.

Ooni Launches Largest Oven

Sydney, Aug 5: Ooni Pizza Ovens has launched the Koda 2 Max, its largest oven yet.
This 24-inch gas-powered oven features dual-zone cooking with two independently controlled gas burners, allowing multiple pizza styles or other foods to be cooked simultaneously.
The Koda 2 Max also boasts the new Ooni G2 Gas Technology™ for efficient cooking and a digital temperature hub with smartphone connectivity via Ooni Connect™ technology.
Kristian Tapaninaho, Founder and Co-CEO of Ooni, said: “Innovation is truly at the heart of Ooni and we are continuously in the pursuit of engineering excellence. It provides the fuel for creating trailblazing ovens and most importantly, optimising at-home cooking experiences for people around the world.”
“The Koda 2 Max has several advancements, including zonal cooking and smartphone connectivity, which offers users extreme flexibility and control. Our goal is to create products to elevate the joy of being together, and the Koda 2 Max enables our community to do this perfectly.”
The oven heats to 500°C in 30 minutes and is priced at $1,499.

Probiotics Pioneer in Australia

Sydney, Aug 5: Australia’s first end-to-end probiotics manufacturer, Specialty Probiotics Australia, has launched, aiming to revolutionise the industry.
Founder Craig Silbery, former CEO of Life-Space Group, has invested up to AUD 40 million in building the facility. Silbery, who owns 60 per cent of the business, explained, “Australia’s probiotic market is ripe for innovation, with consumers spending over $500 million annually on health supplements, having no idea about the quality of the raw ingredients, or where they are made.”
The company plans to source innovative, science-backed strains and collaborate with global leaders to develop superior probiotic ingredients.
Silbery added, “After carefully studying the probiotic market in Australia, we recognized the need for superior quality probiotics manufactured with the best ingredients grown in Australia.”
Specialty Probiotics Australia aims to supply both local and Asian markets, ensuring high-quality, effective supplements.

Life-Space Targets Gut Health

Singapore, Aug 5: Life-Space, Australia’s leading probiotics expert, is focusing on improving gut health in Singapore and Southeast Asia with its award-winning probiotic range.
General Manager Alan Yi stated, “Life-Space is dedicated to advancing the health and wellness of Singaporeans through our innovative probiotic solutions.”
Life-Space’s Broad Spectrum Probiotic, featuring 15 strains and 32 billion CFU, supports digestive health and bolsters the immune system.
The brand actively engages with key markets, participating in events like the Glow Festival, Growth Asia Summit, and The Guardian Retreat.
Life-Space is committed to providing top-tier health solutions and expanding its presence in Singapore and Southeast Asia, ensuring consumers have access to effective, science-backed products.

Aussie Women Prioritise Beauty

Sydney, Aug 5: Despite rising living costs, 87 per cent of Australian women maintain a beauty budget, avoiding BNPL schemes, according to a recent survey by aglow.
Jo Blundell, co-founder and chief revenue officer of aglow, remarked, “Even as financial pressures mount, beauty remains a priority for Australian women.”
aglow’s innovative beauty membership platform empowers clients to access treatments through budget-friendly options, much like gym memberships.
This model enables beauty businesses such as skin clinics to offer membership plans, providing clients with flexible payment options that do not rely on credit and help avoid the accumulation of debt.
The survey revealed that 65 per cent of women are interested in increasing the frequency of their beauty regimen through membership plans, attracted by the benefits like perks and flexible payment options. Furthermore, 86.8 per cent of respondents allocate funds specifically for beauty treatments, underscoring its importance in their discretionary spending.
Blundell added, “Our approach not only supports sustainable business practices but also drives financial growth. With more than 600 business customers and 5,000 active members, aglow is leading the charge in transforming the beauty industry.”
aglow’s membership model is designed to foster deeper client relationships through personalised experiences and exclusive benefits, solidifying customer loyalty as 84 per cent of respondents always or usually visit the same beauty service provider.
aglow invites beauty businesses to join their movement, offering resources to establish membership programs that streamline operations, increase sales potential, and bolster financial resilience.
By addressing economic challenges head-on, aglow strives to ensure that beauty services remain accessible and affordable for all.

Huggies Launches Toddler Spa

Sydney, Aug 6: Huggies® is opening a first-of-its-kind Huggies® Ultra Dry Nappy Pants Toddler Skin Spa in Sydney.
The pop-up spa, running from August 20 to August 24, offers complimentary skin treatments for parents and toddlers.
This initiative follows a survey revealing that 86 per cent of Australian parents struggle to find time for their toddler’s skincare.
Huggies® Ultra Dry Nappy Pants with new Rapid-Dry™ Technology help keep toddlers’ skin dry and comfortable.
Dr. Michela Sorensen commented, “It’s important for parents to remember a toddler’s skin often needs the same moisture, nourishment, and protection as a newborn.”
Anna Robards, a media personality and Huggies® ambassador, added, “I love that Huggies helps me prioritize skin protection with their new Ultra Dry Nappy Pants and has created a special experience where I can treat mine and my toddlers’ skin.”
Appointments are available from August 9 at Bump Day Spa in Double Bay.

Support for Local Economy

Sydney, Aug 6: SPC CEO Neil Brimacombe is advocating for proactive measures to support consumers and local economies by encouraging the purchase of Australian-made products through efficient supply chains that reduce costs without compromising quality. Brimacombe highlighted the issue, stating, “It’s no surprise that consumers are choosing imported products because they’re often cheaper than our local options, which we’ve seen with the drop in demand for our peaches and pears.”
Exclusive research by The Daily Telegraph reveals a 14 per cent surge in the cost of a basket of basic groceries over the past year, with canned tomatoes among the hardest hit. As a major producer of Australian-made canned tomatoes, SPC is experiencing firsthand how rising prices impact households and is focused on finding long-term solutions.
Brimacombe emphasised the need for efficiency, “We need an efficient supply chain, so costs are reduced without compromising quality, and consumers can opt for high-quality, Australian-grown products.”
Extreme weather and climate change pose additional challenges. In 2022, the Goulburn Valley, a key sourcing area for SPC, faced severe flooding just days before the tomato harvest, resulting in significant crop loss. Brimacombe noted, “Food prices are rising faster than expected, and the extra costs and supply chain disruptions are making it even worse. We need to bring local suppliers and growers to the decision-making table to find sustainable solutions together. That’s the best way to support our local farmers.”
SPC is collaborating closely with local suppliers and growers in the Goulburn Valley through various programs, partnerships, and regular meetings to actively seek solutions for future-proofing supply and exploring innovative product ideas. Brimacombe concluded, “It’s about balancing what consumers need during tough times while also supporting our local farmers. A strong local supply chain means families get the best products, which is so important as we face these challenges.”

Audeze Unveils New Technology

Mumbai, Aug 6: Audeze, the leading audio technology brand and premium headphone manufacturer, in partnership with personalised spatial audio leader Embody, unveiled the Immerse Virtual Studio PRO today at the All About Music conference. This innovative tool features head tracking using Audeze’s popular Maxwell headset, offering an unparalleled virtual production experience.
Immerse Virtual Studio PRO democratizes access to virtual production, allowing any engineer to perfect their mix in the legendary Atmos Studios of A R Rahman and Alan Meyerson.
Real-time binauralization leverages Maxwell’s 90MM planar magnetic drivers and built-in head-tracking hardware for the most realistic virtualisation experience.
“This is the next step in our long-term relationship and collaboration with Embody,” stated Audeze CEO Sankar Thiagasamudram.
“We are striving to create more ready-made spatial audio solutions that take advantage of Maxwell’s built-in hardware.”
A.R. Rahman, legendary Indian musician and composer, added, “Imagine checking your mix in a reference studio of the highest quality. Now you can with the ARR Immerse Pro plugin from Embody. Using Artificial Intelligence, the Immerse Pro plugin brings the iconic sound of AM studios so you can mix and test Dolby Atmos content with confidence on your headphones.”
Immerse Virtual Studio PRO supports all audio formats including stereo, surround, Apple Music, and Atmos at the click of a button. Using personalized HRTF technology, it delivers accurate height, depth-of-field, and crosstalk, recreating the legendary studios of A. R. Rahman and Alan Meyerson with fully accurate acoustic and signal chain virtualization. Integrated head-tracking for Audeze Maxwell and Apple AirPods makes it a comprehensive solution for immersive and Atmos mixing needs. Both Maxwell models (Xbox and PlayStation) are compatible with Virtual Studio PRO.
Kapil Jain, CEO of Embody, expressed his excitement, “I am excited to continue our partnership with Audeze to announce the Immerse Virtual Studio PRO and Maxwell collaboration. This product offers everyone the opportunity to mix Atmos content with ease at a fraction of the cost.”
Join Audeze and Embody at All About Music, India’s premier music industry trade show in Mumbai from August 6th to 8th, where both Embody CEO Kapil Jain and Audeze’s CEO Sankar Thiagasamudram will discuss innovations in the music industry.
Attendees can demo and experience Audeze’s MM-100 and Maxwell headphones.

Vertiv Unveils New UPS

Kuala Lumpur, Aug 7: As global electricity demand from data centres is expected to double by 2026, driven by AI and HPC requirements, Vertiv has introduced the Vertiv™ Trinergy™ UPS and Vertiv™ PowerNexus solution to address these challenges.
Available globally in 1500, 2000, and 2500 kVA capacities, the Trinergy UPS is engineered for data centres’ fluctuating load demands, offering 99.9999998 per cent projected uptime and a modular design for resilience.
“High-capacity power in a highly reliable system design is critical for data-intensive AI and HPC applications,” stated Kyle Keeper, SVP of power management global business unit at Vertiv. The Trinergy UPS features a space-saving design, reducing maintenance costs, and integrates seamlessly with various power sources, including lithium-ion and nickel-zinc batteries, fuel cells, and long-duration batteries (BESS).
With an efficiency of up to 97.1 per cent in double conversion and up to 99 per cent in Dynamic Online mode, the UPS minimises cooling system consumption, lowering total cost of ownership and payback time.
The Dynamic Grid Support feature allows the UPS to participate in demand management and grid services, enhancing energy savings.
“With the proliferation of AI and HPC applications, coupled with rising energy demands, having stable, reliable power is more important than ever,” said Arunangshu Chattopadhyay, Director, Power Management, Vertiv Asia. The Vertiv Trinergy UPS is designed to support dynamic AI and HPC workloads while addressing sustainability strategies by leveraging alternate energy integrations.

Platform for Women

Sydney, Aug 8: Joy, a new platform for Australian women over 50, has launched to help them forge lasting friendships. Joy allows women to meet face-to-face, share experiences, and build supportive relationships.
Phoebe Adams, Head of Joy, says, “I started Joy because I recognized that women’s friendship circles changed as they aged. This demographic of 50+ women was underserved by current options – no longer ‘school mums’, not yet pensioners or ‘older Australians’. These women still want fun experiences with peers and definitely don’t feel old.”
Operating in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Gold Coast, and Perth, Joy provides a supportive environment for genuine connections. Unlike other networks, Joy focuses on fostering meaningful relationships. Programs include health and fitness, mindfulness, and social gatherings, supporting women in all aspects of their lives.
“I, myself, moved from Sydney to Perth and had to really put myself out there to make friends – thankfully I’m still working and could build a network from a business standpoint first, but it was still hard, depressing, and it took time,” says Adams.
“My goal for Joy is to help women across the world make lasting friendships with other women that they can rely on.”
Upcoming events include High Tea at Vaucluse House, a Women’s Circle with Sharon Brockman, lunch at Hamptons City Beach, and virtual sessions like Journal Writing and Women Talking Finance.
The Joy membership, at $200 annually or $20 monthly, offers unlimited classes, priority event booking, wellness consultations, discounts, and access to a supportive community network. For more information, visit www.findjoy.com.au or @findjoycommunity.