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Business Standard
22-07-2025
- Business Standard
Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 FE may resemble premium Buds 3 Pro: What to expect
Samsung is said to be in the works on making Galaxy Buds 3 Fan-Edition (FE), and alleged images of the same have reportedly surfaced on the web now. According to a report by 9To5Google, an X (formerly Twitter) user, Evan Blass, shared images of what appears to be the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 FE. As per the images, it appears that the Galaxy Buds 3 FE would sport a look akin to the Buds 3 Pro, which were released last year. Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 FE: What to expect The Galaxy Buds 3 FE appears to have skipped the design of the Galaxy Buds 3 and rather opted to follow the Pro variant of the series to offer a premium look at a more affordable price. The render offers a glimpse of the exterior, but it's still unclear if the Buds 3 FE will retain premium elements from the Buds 3 Pro — like the LED Blade Lights or enhanced audio features. Samsung usually scales back on advanced perks such as high-end codecs, multi-driver setups, and intelligent noise cancellation in its Fan Edition models to keep the cost down. As per Android Authority, the Galaxy Buds 3 FE were spotted back in June in the Galaxy Buds Controller app (Wear OS v1.0.08.38) under the model number R420. This hinted at the potential arrival of the Buds 3 FE. Now, with the surfacing of these images, it is possible that the South Korean consumer electronics maker might be planning to release the Buds 3 FE soon.
India Today
08-07-2025
- India Today
OnePlus Buds 4 review: Loads of bass, best ANC under Rs 10,000
Superb ANC Plenty of bass Good design Bass bleeds into mids Touch controls The OnePlus Buds 4 have been launched in India at a price of Rs Rs 5,999 The Buds 4 offer bass-heavy sound One defining feature of the Buds 4 is their superb ANC Some product categories can feel a little mundane. For example, the TWS aka earbuds. There is not much room to be creative with design in this space. There is also not that much room for adding features or for improving performance given the size of these things. So, most companies treat their earbuds, and particularly, the buds priced under Rs 10,000, rather indifferently. Not OnePlus. It's admirable to see how much it has worked to polish the experience in its latest OnePlus Buds 4, which is going to sell in India at a price of Rs 5,999. And this hard work comes across, right in your ears, as soon as you put on the Buds 4. You see there are a few key tech refinements in the Buds 4. And in terms of its feature set and performance, it also draws heavily from the OnePlus Buds 3 Pro. All of that is very much welcome, including superb active noise cancellation, in a pair of buds that are priced so affordably. About the performance, however, in a while. Before that a quick look at the design of the Buds 4. Cheaper copy of Buds 3 Pro. In a good way Well, it seems that with the Buds 4, OnePlus has simply copied the design of the Buds 3 Pro. Kind of. The earpiece is more or less the same, with similar oblong shape and similar contours. The stem, however, unlike the straight and round one on the Buds 3 Pro, is flatter and rectangular on the Buds 4. Other than that the difference is in materials. Unlike the more premium materials, such as the leathery surface of the charging case of the Buds 3 Pro, the Buds 4 is made of more regular plastic. Although, it is by no means cheap. The plastic has a good metallic finish, and it is neither glossy nor I believe will reflect scratches all that easily. OnePlus says that it has treated the Buds 4 plastic with NonConductive Vacuum Metallization (NCVM) coating and high-powered CO2 laser engraving. Fancy words, but it does reflect favourably in the actual product. The Buds 4 is built well and comes with IP55 rating. Its charging, although feeling somewhat lighter compared to similarly-shaped and similarly-sized Buds 3 Pro case, feels durable and its hinges open and shut with a bit of force that hints at its quality construction. The Buds 4 comes in two colours â€' a simmering green shade and a simmering black variant. The Buds 4 fits well in ears. I used the earbuds with the Medium rubber tips, which are default. OnePlus also bundles Small and Large tips in the box. With medium tips, I found the fit grippy and secure. Overall, these are well-built and well-fitting buds. I would have liked to see a slightly longer stem, but otherwise these are easy-to-like and easy-to-wear earbuds. As far as design and comfort is concerned, the only thing I didn't like is the same thing that I don't like in any earbuds â€' the touch controls. They are finicky. You can swipe up and down on the stem to control volume, long press to turn on or off noise cancellation, or tap to play and pause. But as it happens with almost all earbuds that have touch controls via stem or earpiece, I often accidentally touched them and triggered something or other. ANC is great, bass is plenty When it comes to earbuds, nowadays there are two aspects to their performance: ANC and sound in music playback. On one of these aspects, the Buds 4 are excellent. That is ANC. On another one, at least to my ears, they are a mixed bag. The Buds 4, despite its relatively affordable price, offers superb noise cancellation. It is extremely effective, or rather so effective that I find it the best I have seen in an audio product that costs less than Rs 10,000. Even compared to more expensive earbuds and headphones, the Buds 4 offers impressive noise cancellation. OnePlus says that the Buds 4 provides 200 per cent better noise cancellation than its previous Buds. In use, I could feel it. For me the gold standard of noise cancellation is the Apple AirPods Pro 2. But despite such a low price compared to the Pods, the Buds 4 comes fairly close. I tried both side-by-side on the road, while the car I was in weaved through noisy traffic. And I tried it in the office as well. In both instances, I believe that the Buds 4 were somewhere around 75 to 85 per cent as effective as the Pro 2. In other words, they were effective in cutting low frequency sounds, and fairly good at dampening higher frequency noise, such as office chatter or a honking car on the road. The performance of the Buds 4 in music playback is decidedly middling. It has a very strong emphasis on low frequencies, which means it can pump out plenty of bass. But this bass also bleeds into mids, and highs are surprisingly muted on the Buds 4. The result is that even the soundstage is shallow. Although, for most of the modern music, which relies a lot on beats and electronic instruments including bass, the Buds 4 do a decent enough job. So, songs like Bad Guy by Billie Eilish sound okay, and so does something like Lose Yourself by Eminem. Bollywood songs like Ghungroo and Tauba Tauba too sound quite good. But step into anything that demands more than good lows and decent mids, and you will find the Buds 4 too flat, too shallow. This is not specifically a major con with the buds. Expecting a pair of Rs 5,999 buds to offer sublime sound is a little unfair. And I believe given the hardware â€' 11mm driver, 6mm tweeter â€' OnePlus has tuned the Buds 4 sound to appeal to people who listen to popular music of the day. That means strong bass, even if it muddles up other frequencies. In videos and movies, the Buds 4 offer an enjoyable experience, thanks to their ability to boost the low-end sound, including bass. In calls, the 3-mic array of the Buds 4 works effectively to create clear sound and keeps background noise to minimal. All in all, the Buds 4 offer competent sound for the price. It is not very detailed, or wide, but the low-end grunt means it is enjoyable enough in Bollywood and pop music. I used the Buds 4 with an iPhone. But like other OnePlus products, the Buds 4 too supports the company's ecosystem play. If you pair it with a OnePlus phone you get something extra. Of particular note, there are two features: one is extended connectivity. With some newer OnePlus phones, the Buds 4 can stay connected to up to 250 meters using the Steady Connect feature. This is tremendous and will be useful for people who use the earbuds while in the gym or while doing sports. And two, you get features like AI translation. When used, this feature will let the Buds 4 hear the foreign language and then translate that in real time into the user's ears, through an app on the supported OnePlus device. For travellers this could be a very useful feature. The battery life of the Buds 4 is quite good, although I have seen better. It lasts around 5 hours with ANC, plus minus some depending on where you keep your volume level. Talking of which, in most of the Bollywood songs I kept the audio level between 50-60 per cent and it was sufficient for me. Paired with the charging case the Buds 4 should easily last you 2 to 3 days, depending on how much you use it. Fast charging of the case, as well as Buds 4 through the case, is supported. Buy it for its superb ANC If you are out looking for a pair for affordable earbuds that also offer active noise cancellation, I believe the OnePlus Buds 4 is what you need to get. Its ANC performance at its stated price is truly spectacular. Beyond the ANC too it offers plenty. The build quality is good and so is battery life. The sound quality during music playback, however, is middling. So, don't buy these if you are hoping to enjoy Paint It Black by the Rolling Stones. If that is the objective, you would be best served by a wired pair of earbuds. But if you don't mind this bass-heavy, low-frequencies amplified sound, you will find the Buds 4 a dependable and enjoyable daily companion. Some product categories can feel a little mundane. For example, the TWS aka earbuds. There is not much room to be creative with design in this space. There is also not that much room for adding features or for improving performance given the size of these things. So, most companies treat their earbuds, and particularly, the buds priced under Rs 10,000, rather indifferently. Not OnePlus. It's admirable to see how much it has worked to polish the experience in its latest OnePlus Buds 4, which is going to sell in India at a price of Rs 5,999. And this hard work comes across, right in your ears, as soon as you put on the Buds 4. You see there are a few key tech refinements in the Buds 4. And in terms of its feature set and performance, it also draws heavily from the OnePlus Buds 3 Pro. All of that is very much welcome, including superb active noise cancellation, in a pair of buds that are priced so affordably. About the performance, however, in a while. Before that a quick look at the design of the Buds 4. Cheaper copy of Buds 3 Pro. In a good way Well, it seems that with the Buds 4, OnePlus has simply copied the design of the Buds 3 Pro. Kind of. The earpiece is more or less the same, with similar oblong shape and similar contours. The stem, however, unlike the straight and round one on the Buds 3 Pro, is flatter and rectangular on the Buds 4. Other than that the difference is in materials. Unlike the more premium materials, such as the leathery surface of the charging case of the Buds 3 Pro, the Buds 4 is made of more regular plastic. Although, it is by no means cheap. The plastic has a good metallic finish, and it is neither glossy nor I believe will reflect scratches all that easily. OnePlus says that it has treated the Buds 4 plastic with NonConductive Vacuum Metallization (NCVM) coating and high-powered CO2 laser engraving. Fancy words, but it does reflect favourably in the actual product. The Buds 4 is built well and comes with IP55 rating. Its charging, although feeling somewhat lighter compared to similarly-shaped and similarly-sized Buds 3 Pro case, feels durable and its hinges open and shut with a bit of force that hints at its quality construction. The Buds 4 comes in two colours â€' a simmering green shade and a simmering black variant. The Buds 4 fits well in ears. I used the earbuds with the Medium rubber tips, which are default. OnePlus also bundles Small and Large tips in the box. With medium tips, I found the fit grippy and secure. Overall, these are well-built and well-fitting buds. I would have liked to see a slightly longer stem, but otherwise these are easy-to-like and easy-to-wear earbuds. As far as design and comfort is concerned, the only thing I didn't like is the same thing that I don't like in any earbuds â€' the touch controls. They are finicky. You can swipe up and down on the stem to control volume, long press to turn on or off noise cancellation, or tap to play and pause. But as it happens with almost all earbuds that have touch controls via stem or earpiece, I often accidentally touched them and triggered something or other. ANC is great, bass is plenty When it comes to earbuds, nowadays there are two aspects to their performance: ANC and sound in music playback. On one of these aspects, the Buds 4 are excellent. That is ANC. On another one, at least to my ears, they are a mixed bag. The Buds 4, despite its relatively affordable price, offers superb noise cancellation. It is extremely effective, or rather so effective that I find it the best I have seen in an audio product that costs less than Rs 10,000. Even compared to more expensive earbuds and headphones, the Buds 4 offers impressive noise cancellation. OnePlus says that the Buds 4 provides 200 per cent better noise cancellation than its previous Buds. In use, I could feel it. For me the gold standard of noise cancellation is the Apple AirPods Pro 2. But despite such a low price compared to the Pods, the Buds 4 comes fairly close. I tried both side-by-side on the road, while the car I was in weaved through noisy traffic. And I tried it in the office as well. In both instances, I believe that the Buds 4 were somewhere around 75 to 85 per cent as effective as the Pro 2. In other words, they were effective in cutting low frequency sounds, and fairly good at dampening higher frequency noise, such as office chatter or a honking car on the road. The performance of the Buds 4 in music playback is decidedly middling. It has a very strong emphasis on low frequencies, which means it can pump out plenty of bass. But this bass also bleeds into mids, and highs are surprisingly muted on the Buds 4. The result is that even the soundstage is shallow. Although, for most of the modern music, which relies a lot on beats and electronic instruments including bass, the Buds 4 do a decent enough job. So, songs like Bad Guy by Billie Eilish sound okay, and so does something like Lose Yourself by Eminem. Bollywood songs like Ghungroo and Tauba Tauba too sound quite good. But step into anything that demands more than good lows and decent mids, and you will find the Buds 4 too flat, too shallow. This is not specifically a major con with the buds. Expecting a pair of Rs 5,999 buds to offer sublime sound is a little unfair. And I believe given the hardware â€' 11mm driver, 6mm tweeter â€' OnePlus has tuned the Buds 4 sound to appeal to people who listen to popular music of the day. That means strong bass, even if it muddles up other frequencies. In videos and movies, the Buds 4 offer an enjoyable experience, thanks to their ability to boost the low-end sound, including bass. In calls, the 3-mic array of the Buds 4 works effectively to create clear sound and keeps background noise to minimal. All in all, the Buds 4 offer competent sound for the price. It is not very detailed, or wide, but the low-end grunt means it is enjoyable enough in Bollywood and pop music. I used the Buds 4 with an iPhone. But like other OnePlus products, the Buds 4 too supports the company's ecosystem play. If you pair it with a OnePlus phone you get something extra. Of particular note, there are two features: one is extended connectivity. With some newer OnePlus phones, the Buds 4 can stay connected to up to 250 meters using the Steady Connect feature. This is tremendous and will be useful for people who use the earbuds while in the gym or while doing sports. And two, you get features like AI translation. When used, this feature will let the Buds 4 hear the foreign language and then translate that in real time into the user's ears, through an app on the supported OnePlus device. For travellers this could be a very useful feature. The battery life of the Buds 4 is quite good, although I have seen better. It lasts around 5 hours with ANC, plus minus some depending on where you keep your volume level. Talking of which, in most of the Bollywood songs I kept the audio level between 50-60 per cent and it was sufficient for me. Paired with the charging case the Buds 4 should easily last you 2 to 3 days, depending on how much you use it. Fast charging of the case, as well as Buds 4 through the case, is supported. Buy it for its superb ANC If you are out looking for a pair for affordable earbuds that also offer active noise cancellation, I believe the OnePlus Buds 4 is what you need to get. Its ANC performance at its stated price is truly spectacular. Beyond the ANC too it offers plenty. The build quality is good and so is battery life. The sound quality during music playback, however, is middling. So, don't buy these if you are hoping to enjoy Paint It Black by the Rolling Stones. If that is the objective, you would be best served by a wired pair of earbuds. But if you don't mind this bass-heavy, low-frequencies amplified sound, you will find the Buds 4 a dependable and enjoyable daily companion. Join our WhatsApp Channel
India Today
21-06-2025
- India Today
Samsung confirms Galaxy Buds Core launching soon in India, possibly before Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Flip 7
Samsung has all but confirmed the impending launch of its new wireless earphones, the Galaxy Buds Core, in India. The South Korean tech giant's social media teasers, featuring the tagline 'let the music move you to the core,' cleverly hint at the name, which has been circulating in rumours for some time. This once again proves how hard it is to maintain product secrecy in the current era. Support pages for the Galaxy Buds Core recently went live in various markets, including India. The earphones have also been spotted on the Bureau of India Standards (BIS) website, a crucial certification for electronics launched in the country. Samsung has now teased the release on X (formerly Twitter) with a post stating, "Brace yourself! The music is about to hit harder. Feel every note, every drop, every beat – louder, clearer, deeper. Dropping soon!" advertisementThe accompanying product silhouette in the teaser offers a clear look at the Galaxy Buds Core's design. The charging case appears strikingly similar to the existing Galaxy Buds 3, while the earbuds themselves seem to adopt a styling akin to the Galaxy Buds FE, suggesting a stem-less design. This would be a return to Samsung's more compact, utilitarian aesthetic seen in most of its earphones before the recent Galaxy Buds 3 and Buds 3 Pro, which introduced a stem layout. However, earlier rumours had suggested a stem design for the Buds Core, so we'll have to wait and watch on the final form factor. The Galaxy Buds Core are widely expected to succeed the 2023 Galaxy Buds FE, positioning them as a more affordable alternative to the Galaxy Buds 3. It's currently unclear if a separate Galaxy Buds FE 2 will also be released. Speculation suggests the Core earphones will feature a larger battery for improved longevity, along with enhancements in audio quality and active noise cancellation (ANC) capabilities. With Samsung's official announcement, more details, including the exact launch timeline, are expected anytime now. Considering the "FE" history, the launch of the long-rumored Galaxy S25 FE might also be on the horizon. This new announcement also confirms a busy summer for Samsung, with the upcoming Galaxy Unpacked event, rumored for July 9, set to unveil the Galaxy Z Fold 7, Flip 7, and potentially an even more affordable Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE. Stay tuned for further updates.
The Advertiser
13-06-2025
- Business
- The Advertiser
Best EOFY year deals for home office and tech - get in quick before you miss it
These items are hand-picked to make your shopping experience easier. ACM may be provided with compensation from affiliate partners if you click through. End-of-financial-year sales coincide with the end of the tax year, which means Australians have the chance to buy work-related items like computers, tools, or office equipment that can be claimed as deductions. If you work remotely or own a business, EOFY sales mark the perfect time to make the most of office and tech discounts, as retailers clear stock before the financial year resets on June 30. Amid rising cost of living pressures, 71 per cent of Australians are planning to shop EOFY sales to make the most of the savings. With major brands like HP, Lenovo, Kogan, Samsung and Nespresso are all offering attractive deals across their product ranges, the hunt is on for the next best deal. Below, we've collated a list of the top retailers and discounts on offer in the home office and tech categories - to save you time surfing the web. Save $930 on HP Envy x360 16 inch 2-in-1 Laptop 16-ac0014TU, Silver Save $700 on HP Laptop 17.3 inch 17-cn3030TU, Silver Save $250 on HP Laptop 14 inch 14-em0073AU, Black Save $200 on HP Laptop 15.6 inch 15-fd0233TU, Black Save up to 40 per cent off select LG Products and free removal of old appliances Save up to 40 per cent off Galaxy Smartphones Save up to 35 per cent off Samsung OLED TVs Save up to 30 per cent off fridges, laundry and vacuums 30 per cent off RRP Galaxy Bud3 I Buds3 Pro* 30 per cent off RRP Galaxy Watch Ultra I Watch7* Save up to $1,000 on gaming monitors Save 15 per cent on laundry bundles 20 per cent off sitewide Get up to 50% off JBL, from powerful speakers to premium headphones Up to 43 per cent off Shop the EOFY sale Up to 50 per cent off Up to 60 per cent off Up to 65 per cent off rugs Up to 40 per cent off sofas Extra 30 per cent off clearance homewares Up to 30 per cent off Up to 50 per cent off sale Buy one kettle or toaster and get one for 25 per cent off Up to 30 per cent off Up to 50 per cent off sale 20 to 50 per cent off selected styles Up to 30 per cent off sale Up to 40 per cent off sitewide Shop the EOFY final sale Read more EOFY sale articles: EOFY stands for End of Financial Year. In Australia, EOFY sales usually take place throughout June as businesses offer major discounts to clear stock before the financial year ends on June 30. It's a popular time to score deals on tech, fashion, beauty, furniture, and more - and in some cases, it may offer tax-deductible benefits for eligible purchases. Most EOFY sales in 2025 will run from early June through to June 30, 2025. However, some retailers may begin promotions as early as late May. Keep an eye on your favourite brands for early access or exclusive member offers. If you're buying items for work or business purposes - like a laptop, printer, or ergonomic chair - you may be eligible to claim them as tax deductions. Always check with your accountant or the ATO (Australian Taxation Office) to confirm what qualifies. EOFY sales are a great time for sole traders and small business owners to make smart purchases. EOFY sales can be just as competitive as Black Friday or Boxing Day - especially for big-ticket items or business-related purchases. While Black Friday is focused more on pre-holiday retail, EOFY deals often appeal to practical spending, upgrades, and tax-time shopping. Yes, many businesses offer EOFY discounts on services too - such as accounting software, insurance, phone plans, digital subscriptions, or marketing tools. If you're a freelancer, business owner, or just looking to optimise your expenses, it's worth checking. To shop smarter during EOFY: These items are hand-picked to make your shopping experience easier. ACM may be provided with compensation from affiliate partners if you click through. End-of-financial-year sales coincide with the end of the tax year, which means Australians have the chance to buy work-related items like computers, tools, or office equipment that can be claimed as deductions. If you work remotely or own a business, EOFY sales mark the perfect time to make the most of office and tech discounts, as retailers clear stock before the financial year resets on June 30. Amid rising cost of living pressures, 71 per cent of Australians are planning to shop EOFY sales to make the most of the savings. With major brands like HP, Lenovo, Kogan, Samsung and Nespresso are all offering attractive deals across their product ranges, the hunt is on for the next best deal. Below, we've collated a list of the top retailers and discounts on offer in the home office and tech categories - to save you time surfing the web. Save $930 on HP Envy x360 16 inch 2-in-1 Laptop 16-ac0014TU, Silver Save $700 on HP Laptop 17.3 inch 17-cn3030TU, Silver Save $250 on HP Laptop 14 inch 14-em0073AU, Black Save $200 on HP Laptop 15.6 inch 15-fd0233TU, Black Save up to 40 per cent off select LG Products and free removal of old appliances Save up to 40 per cent off Galaxy Smartphones Save up to 35 per cent off Samsung OLED TVs Save up to 30 per cent off fridges, laundry and vacuums 30 per cent off RRP Galaxy Bud3 I Buds3 Pro* 30 per cent off RRP Galaxy Watch Ultra I Watch7* Save up to $1,000 on gaming monitors Save 15 per cent on laundry bundles 20 per cent off sitewide Get up to 50% off JBL, from powerful speakers to premium headphones Up to 43 per cent off Shop the EOFY sale Up to 50 per cent off Up to 60 per cent off Up to 65 per cent off rugs Up to 40 per cent off sofas Extra 30 per cent off clearance homewares Up to 30 per cent off Up to 50 per cent off sale Buy one kettle or toaster and get one for 25 per cent off Up to 30 per cent off Up to 50 per cent off sale 20 to 50 per cent off selected styles Up to 30 per cent off sale Up to 40 per cent off sitewide Shop the EOFY final sale Read more EOFY sale articles: EOFY stands for End of Financial Year. In Australia, EOFY sales usually take place throughout June as businesses offer major discounts to clear stock before the financial year ends on June 30. It's a popular time to score deals on tech, fashion, beauty, furniture, and more - and in some cases, it may offer tax-deductible benefits for eligible purchases. Most EOFY sales in 2025 will run from early June through to June 30, 2025. However, some retailers may begin promotions as early as late May. Keep an eye on your favourite brands for early access or exclusive member offers. If you're buying items for work or business purposes - like a laptop, printer, or ergonomic chair - you may be eligible to claim them as tax deductions. Always check with your accountant or the ATO (Australian Taxation Office) to confirm what qualifies. EOFY sales are a great time for sole traders and small business owners to make smart purchases. EOFY sales can be just as competitive as Black Friday or Boxing Day - especially for big-ticket items or business-related purchases. While Black Friday is focused more on pre-holiday retail, EOFY deals often appeal to practical spending, upgrades, and tax-time shopping. Yes, many businesses offer EOFY discounts on services too - such as accounting software, insurance, phone plans, digital subscriptions, or marketing tools. If you're a freelancer, business owner, or just looking to optimise your expenses, it's worth checking. To shop smarter during EOFY: These items are hand-picked to make your shopping experience easier. ACM may be provided with compensation from affiliate partners if you click through. End-of-financial-year sales coincide with the end of the tax year, which means Australians have the chance to buy work-related items like computers, tools, or office equipment that can be claimed as deductions. If you work remotely or own a business, EOFY sales mark the perfect time to make the most of office and tech discounts, as retailers clear stock before the financial year resets on June 30. Amid rising cost of living pressures, 71 per cent of Australians are planning to shop EOFY sales to make the most of the savings. With major brands like HP, Lenovo, Kogan, Samsung and Nespresso are all offering attractive deals across their product ranges, the hunt is on for the next best deal. Below, we've collated a list of the top retailers and discounts on offer in the home office and tech categories - to save you time surfing the web. Save $930 on HP Envy x360 16 inch 2-in-1 Laptop 16-ac0014TU, Silver Save $700 on HP Laptop 17.3 inch 17-cn3030TU, Silver Save $250 on HP Laptop 14 inch 14-em0073AU, Black Save $200 on HP Laptop 15.6 inch 15-fd0233TU, Black Save up to 40 per cent off select LG Products and free removal of old appliances Save up to 40 per cent off Galaxy Smartphones Save up to 35 per cent off Samsung OLED TVs Save up to 30 per cent off fridges, laundry and vacuums 30 per cent off RRP Galaxy Bud3 I Buds3 Pro* 30 per cent off RRP Galaxy Watch Ultra I Watch7* Save up to $1,000 on gaming monitors Save 15 per cent on laundry bundles 20 per cent off sitewide Get up to 50% off JBL, from powerful speakers to premium headphones Up to 43 per cent off Shop the EOFY sale Up to 50 per cent off Up to 60 per cent off Up to 65 per cent off rugs Up to 40 per cent off sofas Extra 30 per cent off clearance homewares Up to 30 per cent off Up to 50 per cent off sale Buy one kettle or toaster and get one for 25 per cent off Up to 30 per cent off Up to 50 per cent off sale 20 to 50 per cent off selected styles Up to 30 per cent off sale Up to 40 per cent off sitewide Shop the EOFY final sale Read more EOFY sale articles: EOFY stands for End of Financial Year. In Australia, EOFY sales usually take place throughout June as businesses offer major discounts to clear stock before the financial year ends on June 30. It's a popular time to score deals on tech, fashion, beauty, furniture, and more - and in some cases, it may offer tax-deductible benefits for eligible purchases. Most EOFY sales in 2025 will run from early June through to June 30, 2025. However, some retailers may begin promotions as early as late May. Keep an eye on your favourite brands for early access or exclusive member offers. If you're buying items for work or business purposes - like a laptop, printer, or ergonomic chair - you may be eligible to claim them as tax deductions. Always check with your accountant or the ATO (Australian Taxation Office) to confirm what qualifies. EOFY sales are a great time for sole traders and small business owners to make smart purchases. EOFY sales can be just as competitive as Black Friday or Boxing Day - especially for big-ticket items or business-related purchases. While Black Friday is focused more on pre-holiday retail, EOFY deals often appeal to practical spending, upgrades, and tax-time shopping. Yes, many businesses offer EOFY discounts on services too - such as accounting software, insurance, phone plans, digital subscriptions, or marketing tools. If you're a freelancer, business owner, or just looking to optimise your expenses, it's worth checking. To shop smarter during EOFY: These items are hand-picked to make your shopping experience easier. ACM may be provided with compensation from affiliate partners if you click through. End-of-financial-year sales coincide with the end of the tax year, which means Australians have the chance to buy work-related items like computers, tools, or office equipment that can be claimed as deductions. If you work remotely or own a business, EOFY sales mark the perfect time to make the most of office and tech discounts, as retailers clear stock before the financial year resets on June 30. Amid rising cost of living pressures, 71 per cent of Australians are planning to shop EOFY sales to make the most of the savings. With major brands like HP, Lenovo, Kogan, Samsung and Nespresso are all offering attractive deals across their product ranges, the hunt is on for the next best deal. Below, we've collated a list of the top retailers and discounts on offer in the home office and tech categories - to save you time surfing the web. Save $930 on HP Envy x360 16 inch 2-in-1 Laptop 16-ac0014TU, Silver Save $700 on HP Laptop 17.3 inch 17-cn3030TU, Silver Save $250 on HP Laptop 14 inch 14-em0073AU, Black Save $200 on HP Laptop 15.6 inch 15-fd0233TU, Black Save up to 40 per cent off select LG Products and free removal of old appliances Save up to 40 per cent off Galaxy Smartphones Save up to 35 per cent off Samsung OLED TVs Save up to 30 per cent off fridges, laundry and vacuums 30 per cent off RRP Galaxy Bud3 I Buds3 Pro* 30 per cent off RRP Galaxy Watch Ultra I Watch7* Save up to $1,000 on gaming monitors Save 15 per cent on laundry bundles 20 per cent off sitewide Get up to 50% off JBL, from powerful speakers to premium headphones Up to 43 per cent off Shop the EOFY sale Up to 50 per cent off Up to 60 per cent off Up to 65 per cent off rugs Up to 40 per cent off sofas Extra 30 per cent off clearance homewares Up to 30 per cent off Up to 50 per cent off sale Buy one kettle or toaster and get one for 25 per cent off Up to 30 per cent off Up to 50 per cent off sale 20 to 50 per cent off selected styles Up to 30 per cent off sale Up to 40 per cent off sitewide Shop the EOFY final sale Read more EOFY sale articles: EOFY stands for End of Financial Year. In Australia, EOFY sales usually take place throughout June as businesses offer major discounts to clear stock before the financial year ends on June 30. It's a popular time to score deals on tech, fashion, beauty, furniture, and more - and in some cases, it may offer tax-deductible benefits for eligible purchases. Most EOFY sales in 2025 will run from early June through to June 30, 2025. However, some retailers may begin promotions as early as late May. Keep an eye on your favourite brands for early access or exclusive member offers. If you're buying items for work or business purposes - like a laptop, printer, or ergonomic chair - you may be eligible to claim them as tax deductions. Always check with your accountant or the ATO (Australian Taxation Office) to confirm what qualifies. EOFY sales are a great time for sole traders and small business owners to make smart purchases. 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Daily Mirror
14-05-2025
- Business
- Daily Mirror
Sky hands out huge freebie Samsung's newest mobile
Retailers are already trumping Samsung's own deal on its newest Galaxy S25 Edge mobile - here's two retailers offering better deals with huge freebies Earlier this week Samsung took shoppers by surprise with its newest mobile, the Galaxy S25 Edge. An model to its existing 2025 S range it is thinner, lighter, and branded as an 'egineering feat' by industry experts. Despite the success from the brand, we've found a retailer trumping its price. Sky Mobile is beating Samsung's price by throwing in a pair of £219 Buds3Pro for shoppers when they buy. All while offering the exact same free storage offer that Samsung has on its site. Sky shoppers can buy the S25 Edge from £40 a month, which will tie them into a 36-month contract, with no upfront cost. And in line with a popular pre-order deal the bigger 512GB S25 Edge can be ordered for the same price as the 256GB one - with data added as an extra fee. This matches Samsung's free storage offer too where the 512GB S25 Edge is on sale for £1,099 opposed to its £1,199 price, although this has since sold out at the Galaxy Store. Making Sky a fit when it comes to stock, not to mention the free Buds3 Pro earphones. Get double storage and free earbuds at Sky £40 Sky Mobile Buy Here Product Description Another retailer on our radar is as it offers the new Galaxy model with the same storage offer and options to get money off with trade-in, depending on the network data plan shoppers pick. Another option for consumers who'd prefer to split the cost over a few years instead of paying the total cost at once. Another retailer is Amazon, which states the Galaxy S25 Edge will be 'released on May 29.' It's also matching Samsung's £1,099 price on the 512GB model - an option to go for now that Samsung has seemingly sold out. Shoppers who buy the Samsung model from Sky will get the £219 accessory for £0, but there is a list of requirements to stick to. Shoppers need to purchase the model between May 13 and May 29 (the date the free storage offer ends, too) to get the buds added to their order. This doesn't appear in shoppers' baskets, but Sky says it will 'automatically appear in order confirmations'. The Buds3 Pro will be shipped out along with shoppers' new S25 Edge handset. For shoppers buying more than one Galaxy S25 Edge, it's worth noting that only one free accessory will be sent out per order. Another thing to mention for Sky shoppers is its contract length, which is long at 36 months. Despite looking like a 24-month contract (in bold letters on the site) this is only the period when customers can swap their device, not when the contract ends - a feature which could catch some shoppers out. Original S25 drops by £200 amid launch Launching at £1,199, the S25 Edge is certainly one of the more expensive models to buy, a lot more than the S25 starting price of £799. Which is why the brand's previous Galaxy S25 could be of more interest. The newest S25 Edge model's only downside (so far) is its smaller battery, which has less oomph than the standard S25 range despite being more expensive. However, it does feature the same speedy processor. For non Android fans there's always the newer Apple model to consider too - the iPhone 16e. Which can be bought at Sky Mobile, Amazon, or O2.
