Epson Wins iF
Perth, March 19: Epson has received recognition at this year’s iF DESIGN AWARD, with its EF-73 smart projector and EcoTank ET-4950, ET-3950 and ET-2950 printer series named among the winners.
Organised annually by Germany-based iF International Forum Design GmbH since 1954, the awards are widely regarded as one of the world’s most prestigious design competitions. This year, a jury of 129 experts selected the top designs from nearly 10,000 entries across 68 countries and regions.
Among the winning products was Epson’s EF-73 smart projector, which features Google TV, Epson’s Triple Core Engine with 3LCD technology, Sound by Bose speakers, an angle-adjustable stand and real-time automatic image correction.
Epson’s EcoTank ET-4950, ET-3950 and ET-2950 series also received awards, with the company highlighting their suitability for home and small office use, along with improved service life and more environmentally conscious design.
Samsung OLED Unveiled
Perth, March 19: Samsung Australia has unveiled its 2026 OLED TV lineup, introducing the S95H, S90H and S85H series with expanded size options, brighter panels and new AI-powered entertainment features. Leading the range is the S95H, which Samsung says is the world’s first OLED TV series with access to the Samsung Art Store, offering more than 5,000 artworks.
The S95H and S90H models also feature certified Glare-Free technology and up to 165Hz variable refresh rate, while all three series are powered by Samsung’s Vision AI Companion for personalised recommendations and conversational TV interactions. Samsung said the 2026 OLED range is designed to suit a wider variety of Australian homes, with the S95H available in 55-inch to 83-inch sizes, the S90H in 42-inch to 83-inch sizes, and the S85H in 48-inch to 83-inch sizes.
“In 2026, Samsung has diversified the design of its OLED TV range while bringing more of our flagship innovations across the line-up and expanding size options. As a result, we have made premium OLED performance accessible to more Australians while ensuring these is a size, Glare-Free option,[7] and design suited to virtually every space in the home,” said Simon Howe, Director of AV, Samsung Australia.
Samsung said the S95H introduces a new FloatLayer Design with flush wall mounting and optional Wireless One Connect Box support, while the S90H and S85H adopt Laser-Slim and Contour designs respectively. The company also highlighted gaming-focused features including NVIDIA G-SYNC and AMD FreeSync Premium Pro support, as well as AI-based picture, sound and sports optimisation.
“Until now, Australians who love the realistic picture quality and Glare-Free technology [8]of the Samsung OLED S95 Series have had to choose between performance and lifestyle benefits like access to Samsung Art Store or a wall-flush, framed design. This year, Samsung has brought these experiences together in the OLED S95H series, combining breathtaking OLED picture quality, powerful AI processing and thoughtful design innovations. Now Australians can further personalise their OLED TV experiences, whether they’re watching movies, gaming with friends, or displaying their favourite art.”
The 2026 Samsung OLED TV range began rolling out in Australia from March 16, with recommended retail prices starting at A$1,999 for the 42-inch S90H and 48-inch S85H, and reaching A$9,999 for the 83-inch S95H.
eero Outdoor Launch
Perth, March 19: eero has announced that its Outdoor 7, the company’s first purpose-built outdoor Wi-Fi device, is now available in Australia. Designed to extend connectivity beyond the home, the device offers up to 1,390 square metres of outdoor coverage from a single unit and supports Wi-Fi 7 speeds of up to 2.1 Gbps.
Built for harsh conditions, the eero Outdoor 7 carries an IP66 weatherproof rating and is designed to operate in temperatures ranging from -40°C to 54°C. It also uses eero’s TrueMesh networking technology for seamless connectivity and includes a built-in smart home hub supporting Thread, Zigbee and Matter devices.
The device is designed to blend into outdoor environments and comes with mounting accessories for stucco, vinyl, wood and fibre cement walls, along with installation instructions. It also features a 2.5GbE port with Power-over-Ethernet support and includes the eero 30W Outdoor PoE+ power adapter in the box.
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