New Year, New Screens: Chic Tech Upgrades For Work, Study & Play in 2026
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By Kiri Johnston | 16th December 2025This article is sponsored by JB HI-FI and proudly endorsed by Style. We only promote businesses that we love and think our readers will love too!
There’s something about the start of a new year that calls for a subtle reset. Not a full overhaul — just smarter upgrades that make everyday life feel easier, sharper, and a little more elevated.
From work and study to streaming, scrolling and switching off, the right tech can quietly change how your days flow. Whether you’re setting up a home office, upgrading your entertainment zone or refreshing the devices you rely on daily, JB Hi-Fi has the chic, high-performance essentials to start 2026 strong.
Better mornings start with better coffee
If mornings set the tone for your day, good coffee makes all the difference. A fully automatic machine means barista-level results without slowing you down.
De’Longhi Magnifica Start Fully Automatic Coffee Machine (Silver) Available at JB Hi-Fi
Designed for ease and consistency, this machine delivers rich espresso and creamy milk-based coffees at the touch of a button. Whether you’re heading straight into meetings or easing into the day, it’s a simple upgrade that instantly elevates your morning routine.
De’Longhi Magnifica Start Fully Automatic Coffee Machine (Silver)
A laptop that works as hard as you do
Whether you’re back at work, studying, freelancing or juggling a bit of everything, a good laptop is non-negotiable. It’s where emails get answered, ideas get built and tabs stay permanently open.
Apple MacBook Air 13-inch with M4 Chip, 256GB/16GB (Midnight) Available at JB Hi-Fi
Sleek, powerful and effortlessly cool, the latest MacBook Air is made for modern multitasking. The M4 chip delivers smooth, speedy performance for work and creative projects alike, while the all-day battery life means fewer charger panics. Finished in Midnight, it’s the kind of device that looks just as good on a café table as it does on your desk.
Lightweight, fast and intuitive — this is an upgrade you’ll feel every day.
Apple MacBook Air 13-inch with M4 Chip, 256GB:16GB (Midnight)
Faster, healthier meals, no fuss required
Weeknight dinners, weekend snacks or quick lunches between tasks — an air fryer earns its place fast.
Philips 2000 Series 6.2L Air Fryer XL (Black) Available at JB Hi-Fi
With a generous capacity and rapid air technology, this air fryer makes it easy to cook lighter, crispier meals in a fraction of the time. Less oil, less waiting, and far less cleanup — exactly how modern cooking should feel.
Philips 2000 Series 6.2L Air Fryer XL (Black)
The screen that does it all
Your TV isn’t just for nights on the couch anymore. It’s a second screen, a visual moodboard, a presentation tool — and, yes, still the place you unwind at the end of the day.
Samsung 75″ QN70F Neo QLED 4K Mini LED Smart AI TV (2025) Available at JB Hi-Fi
With ultra-sharp 4K clarity and Samsung’s Neo QLED technology, this screen brings everything to life — from creative references and slideshows to movies and series. The AI-powered picture adjusts automatically, so whatever you’re watching (or working on) looks its best.
Workday utility meets after-hours indulgence.
JB HI-FI Samsung 55″ QN70F NEO QLED 4K Mini LED Smart AI TV [2025]
Let your floors take care of themselves
Saving time doesn’t always mean doing more — sometimes it means doing less. Enter the robot vacuum.
TP-Link Tapo RV30 Max Hyper Suction Robot Vacuum & Mop + Smart Auto-Empty Dock Available at JB Hi-Fi
Powerful suction, smart mapping and an auto-empty dock mean this robot handles vacuuming and mopping while you get on with your day. Set it, forget it, and come home to clean floors without lifting a finger.
TP-Link Tapo RV30 Max Hyper Suction Robot Vacuum & Mop + Smart Auto-Empty Dock
A phone that keeps up with real life
If there’s one device you use constantly, it’s your phone. So when it’s good, it really shows.
OPPO Find X9 Pro 5G 512GB (Titanium Charcoal) Available at JB Hi-Fi
Designed for people who live on the go, this flagship OPPO phone balances performance with polish. The triple camera system makes capturing content effortless, while the generous storage means no more deleting photos to make room. Finished in Titanium Charcoal, it looks premium without trying too hard.
Fast, reliable and genuinely beautiful — exactly what you want in your everyday device.
JB HI-FI OPPO Find X9 Pro 5G 512GB (Titanium Charcoal)
A simple refresh, done right
A new year doesn’t need dramatic resolutions — just better tools that support how you actually live. From work and study to downtime and everything in between, these tech upgrades are about ease, efficiency and style.
With JB Hi-Fi’s curated range of screens and smart devices, refreshing your setup for 2026 has never felt simpler — or more satisfying.
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