STACK #256 February 2026

TECH FEATURE

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WHAT: Shokz OpenFit Pro Open-Ear Headphones

WHY: Prepare for an enhanced listening

experience – the OpenFit Pro is the first Shokz headphone to feature Open-Ear Noise Reduction, which combines situational awareness with powerful and immersive sound.

Designed to balance both focus and awareness, Open-Ear Noise Reduction keeps audio clear and loud even in busy environments, without leaving you detached from the world around you. Powered by the Shokz SuperBoost ultra-large driver, these headphones deliver smooth highs and satisfyingly deep bass. Plus, Dolby Atmos surround with head tracking adds a stunning cinematic dimension to supported content. Comfort is important, too, and Shokz Ultra-Soft Silicone 2.0 and flexible nickel-titanium ear hooks provide a secure fit that’s suitable for everything from long wear to full-on workouts. For keeping in touch, there’s a custom Noise Filter Ring microphone, while AI-enhanced call technology ensures clear voice and effective wind noise reduction. Boasting a battery life of up to 12 hours per charge, extendable to 50 hours with the charging case (when NR is off), you’ll not be left wanting for juice when immersed in your tunes. WHO: If open ear gear is your preference, the OpenFit Pro could be the way to go for top-notch listening and communication. WHAT: Dyson Spot+Scrub AI Wet and Dry Robot Vacuum WHY: Vacuum, wash, and re-clean stains until they’re fully removed with this advanced robot cleaner from tech wizards Dyson. Powerful suction removes microscopic dust, hair, and other debris from both hard floors and carpets. A high-speed LiDAR scans rooms many times per second to create accurate maps, avoid obstacles, and ensure thorough coverage. Using intelligent stain detection powered by a combination of HD camera, optic COMING SOON on FEB 5

Discovering cool new technology is an exciting prospect! Each month we take a look at some of the latest tech products available from JB Hi-Fi.

WHAT: Instax Mini Evo Cinema WHY: Fujifilm have been innovators in the photographic field for decades, and now they’re bringing us a hybrid instant camera that blends video capture, retro style, and instant printing into one super-cool device. The Instax Mini Evo Cinema brings the retro-inspired looks, with its vertical grip design reminiscent of Fujifilm’s classic Fujica Single-8. This latest Evo series entry lets users shoot both stills and short videos, then instantly print them, complete with embedded QR codes to replay the associated video on a smartphone.

A pioneering new feature – that Fuji has christened the Eras Dial – offers ten different era-inspired effects, ranging from 1960s 8mm film to 1970s CRT screen-style. Each of these fun modes offers ten adjustable levels, for a total of 100 expressive looks. As well as the visuals, audio is also processed to recreate authentic nostalgic sounds. Paired with a dedicated app that enables editing, cinematic templates, and direct smartphone printing, the multipurpose, JB-exclusive Instax Mini Evo Cinema is a still and video camera, editing tool, and printer, all in one! WHO: Want to stand out from the phone-snapping crowd? Get old school looks with new school tech in a versatile device that will also be a hot conversation piece.

illumination, and advanced AI, the

Spot+Scrub identifies both visible and hidden messes as it traverses your home, and adapts its cleaning power to scrub things spotless.

WHAT: Instax Mini Link+ WHY: Whether it’s photos of loved ones, illustrations, or other art, the Instax Mini Link+ printer brings classic photo printing to your smartphone snaps.

As for hard floors, a hygienic wet roller washes itself on every rotation with heated water, so dirt doesn’t spread and you get a shiny finish. A self-cleaning dock empties the detritus collected by the Spot+Scrub hygienically using cyclonic technology, and maintains consistent suction without bags – plus, it can store dust for up to 100 days. Boasting up to 140 minutes of runtime, edge-cleaning reach, app controls, and more, you’ll enjoy a highly automated, low maintenance, and thorough whole-home clean. WHO: Anybody who doesn’t like vacuuming and mopping – which would be almost everybody – will find the powerful Dyson Spot+Scrub to be a cleaning dream come true.

Printing is a cinch via the free Instax Mini Link app, which plucks desired images directly from your phone’s camera roll, linked Pinterest account, video clips, or paired devices like the cute Instax Pal. Different modes ensure whatever you’re printing to paper is as clear as possible, and you can preview how things will look before committing to print. You can also use Multiple Print for up to ten images in one step, and Collage Print to combine several images into one mini photo. Customisation is king, and to this end users can add things like frames and captions. But wait, there’s more! Features also include motion control reprints, remote shooting, 3D AR effects via Instax AiR Studio, Bluetooth connectivity, and USB-C charging – all in a slim black design with a fashionable orange accent. WHO: If you like making special visual memories tangible, then an easy-to-use smartphone photo printer is a must. The Instax Mini Link+ ticks all the boxes, and then some!

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