Product News

Videocraft Builds Uni Studios

Sydney, Dec 6: Videocraft Pro has designed and installed a new integrated media production precinct for the University of Melbourne’s Faculty of Arts, after winning a competitive tender for state-of-the-art media studios on campus. The facility, located on the ground floor of the Babel Building, now includes five multimedia podcast suites, a small TV studio and control room, a main audio space and control room, a large TV studio and control room and a machine server room, all fully networked for live crosses, remote production and live streaming.
“The new integrated media production studios were proposed and constructed to address the growing demand and need for practical, applied learning across the Faculty of Arts… I’m delighted to say Videocraft Pro delivered all of this and more,” said media production studio facility manager Dr. David Beesley.
Videocraft Pro, the professional project division of Videocraft, specified and integrated equipment including Blackmagic vision switchers, routers and cameras, Riedel comms, Yamaha QL1 and QL5 audio desks, a Dante audio network, Rodecaster Pro II podcast suites, EditShare storage, V-Mix and SRT for external connectivity, along with an interactive screen.
Videocraft sales director James Taylor said, “The University of Melbourne initially asked us to consult on the project, so we could help them create a studio facility for students where they could learn how to work in a real live TV environment as part of a team… It was an incredibly rewarding project as we knew we were helping educate the television and broadcast professionals of the future.”
Since the soft launch, demand for the facilities has exceeded expectations, with students using the studios for podcasts, news broadcasts, media training, live crosses, audio storytelling and live events across multiple schools in the Faculty of Arts.
When asked how the solution was performing, Dr Beesley said, “Brilliantly! Since the soft launch earlier this year usage to date has already exceeded expectations… In short, they pushed the equipment to deliver solutions we didn’t know were possible – and that’s what we call Videocraft’s secret sauce.”

Beatbot Hits Australia

Sydney, Dec 6: AI pool robot brand Beatbot has launched locally in Australia, bringing its AquaSense range — including the new five-in-one AI-powered AquaSense 2 Ultra — to local pool owners just in time for summer.
The second-generation robot can climb walls, clean waterlines, skim the surface, map pools and dock on the water, using 27 sensors, an AI camera and a quad-core processor to hunt down debris rather than randomly vacuum.
Beatbot Australia Managing Director Rob Bell said he was excited to bring Beatbot’s next-generation smart pool care within reach of Australian pool owners to provide them with the most advanced pool cleaning experience available in the world.
“Beatbot is so much more than just a pool cleaner, it’s a cordless, smart, efficient AI robot that is engineered for effortless performance. It is going to blow the minds of pool owners who are sick of spending too much time maintaining their pool and not enough time enjoying it,” Rob said.
“At the cutting edge of AI robotics, Beatbot blows its predecessors and competitors out of the water with its intelligent design, AI-powered cleaning, and premium performance. Beatbot redefines what pool owners can expect from robotic cleaning in their pool. It’s a case of set and forget and never again dive into a dirty, leaf-littered pool.”
Beatbot, founded by pool owner and robotics veteran Wang Shengle, claims more than 60 per cent of its workforce is in R&D and says its AquaSense models sold over 50,000 units in the US in their first year.
The Beatbot range is now available in Australia via www.beatbot.com.au and selected retail outlets.

Bunji Pet Food Launch

Sydney, Dec 6: Indigenous-owned Cooee Foods Australia has expanded into pet care with Bunji, a new range of natural dog treats and kibble now available in 163 Bunnings Warehouses nationwide. Made with premium Australian ingredients and native botanicals including bush rosemary, saltbush and sea parsley, the range aims to bring a taste of Country to family pets while celebrating the connection between people, animals and land.
Developed by Wiradjuri entrepreneur Terri-Ann “Tezzi” Daniel, Bunji follows the success of Cooee’s allergen-friendly snacks already stocked in Woolworths, Ampol, IGA and on Qantas flights.
“Bunji is about sharing our story and our connection to Country,” said Tezzi Daniel, Founder and CEO.
“Our pets are part of the family, and they deserve the same care and quality we bring to our own food. To see Bunji on shelves in Bunnings stores across Australia is incredibly special. It means we’re sharing a little piece of our heritage and kindness with families everywhere.”
Inspired by the Wiradjuri word for “mate” or “friend”, Bunji pairs nutrition with storytelling through packaging that showcases Indigenous art and culture, with recipes such as Roast Beef & Bush Rosemary Pie, Nanna’s Lamb & Saltbush Stew and Fish and Sea Parsley Morney.
Bunnings Director of Merchandise, Cam Rist said: “We’re proud to partner with Cooee Pet Care Australia to bring Bunji to our customers across Australia. The range is a perfect fit, supporting Australian-made innovation and Indigenous entrepreneurship to give our furry friends a healthy, locally inspired option.”
The launch of Bunji marks a new milestone for Cooee Foods Australia as it continues to champion Indigenous enterprise, sustainability and native ingredients for every member of the family – pets included.

Kobo Remote Launches

Sydney, Dec 6: Rakuten Kobo has launched Kobo Remote in Australia, a hands-free accessory designed specifically for Kobo eReaders and positioned as a cosy-season and holiday must-have for readers who want to turn pages with minimal movement. Now available online and in selected stores, the Bluetooth-enabled remote lets users flip pages with a simple click while reading under blankets at home or relaxing outdoors.
“We know that true reading comfort often means finding your perfect nest – whether that’s burrowed under blankets at home or lounging by a sun-drenched beach,” said Michael Tamblyn, CEO, Rakuten Kobo.
“The excitement from readers following our initial announcement was palpable, especially because the idea came from our customers and how they like to read. They want the act of reading even more comfortable, cosy, and ultimately, more enjoyable. We want the same thing: making it easy for booklovers to sink deeper into the worlds they love without a single physical distraction.”
Compatible with all Bluetooth-enabled Kobo eReaders, including Kobo Libra Colour, Kobo Clara Colour, Kobo Clara BW, Kobo Sage, Kobo Elipsa 2E, Kobo Clara 2E, Kobo Libra 2 and Kobo Elipsa, Kobo Remote offers one-click pairing, months-long battery life from a single AAA battery and an unobtrusive, clip-free design. Lightweight and ergonomically curved, it’s built for low-strain, one-handed reading, and made using recycled and ocean-bound plastics with fully recyclable, FSC-certified packaging in line with Kobo’s sustainability commitments.

Dyson x PORTER Collab

Sydney, Dec 6: Dyson has teamed up with Japanese bag maker PORTER on a meticulously engineered, limited-edition bundle pairing Dyson’s OnTrac™ headphones with a custom PORTER shoulder bag, with only 380 units available worldwide. The collaboration brings together Dyson’s advanced audio engineering and PORTER’s Japanese craftsmanship, inspired by simplicity, functionality and beautiful forms.
Jake Dyson, Chief Engineer of Dyson, said, “In making the Dyson OnTrac™ headphones, we set out to create something you cherish – an object that merges engineering precision with design. Japanese design – rooted in simplicity, functionality, and beautiful forms – has always inspired us. Our collaboration with PORTER embodies this principle and draws inspiration from Japan’s rich heritage of craftsmanship and its profound influence on global fashion and technology.”

Each bag is handcrafted in Japan from water-repellent materials and assembled from 77 parts, including an external headphone holder designed specifically for this release, and features a compact navy silhouette with PORTER’s signature orange and khaki accents. A resin “tech slice” tag encapsulating OnTrac™ components and sketches is engraved with the unit’s limited-edition number.
YOSHIDA & Co., marking its 90th anniversary, aligns with Dyson’s focus on quality and innovation. “This meticulously crafted bag is a statement of quality and shows how products can enrich the everyday through simple yet thoughtful design,” said Jake Dyson, Chief Engineer.
Dyson’s OnTrac™ headphones offer high-fidelity sound, best-in-class noise cancellation up to 40dB, and up to 55 hours of listening, using 8 microphones sampling external sound 384,000 times a second, plus over 2,000 colour combinations and ergonomically balanced construction for long-wear comfort.