January 31st, 2012 by Keri Algar

Breville has today announced an earnings update in anticipation of its end of half year sales report due late February. Based on preliminary results, the small appliance maker has said the group's earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA) will be in the range of $65 million and $67 million for the fiscal year 2012. Breville has its overseas operations to thank for the boost in sales, according to acting ... Read more

January 31st, 2012 by Keri Algar

What do Nespresso coffee machines and George Clooney have in common? An intense love of style and good living, they're hot in demand, impress their fans and stand for incomparable quality - well, that's according to Nespresso, anyway. But let's be honest, it just turns out that sex sells appliances, too. The American actor is only one of three men to have been voted the Sexiest Man Alive by People Magazine, once ... Read more

January 30th, 2012 by Keri Algar

One in two Australians are switching off appliances in an effort to save on their energy bill. Whether it's an imminent carbon tax and subsequent energy price hikes or caring for the environment, TVs and beer fridges are being given the flick nationwide. Turning off appliances is certainly the most effective way of saving energy, but for those looking for a less dramatic solution,  Appliances Online has put together a couple of energy ... Read more

January 27th, 2012 by Keri Algar

Users of Sanyo's Convection Grill Microwave Oven may receive "a severe electric shock", according to a recall notice issued by Sanyo Oceania. The convection microwave is black in colour; it's model number, EM-C8787B, is located on the back of the cabinet. Sanyo has urged consumers to stop using the microwave immediately, unplug it and contact the customer centre. Sanyo has commenced the withdrawal of all the EM-C8787B from the ... Read more

January 27th, 2012 by Keri Algar

Australians love barbecues and the weekend after Australia Day is a great mid-summer opportunity to clean up the pride and joy of the backyard. Though many an east coast barbie was rained out yesterday, southern and western Australia had a cracker chance to celebrate in true blue style, snags galore. Even the odd NSW beach saw tarps and barbies come out as the afternoon cleared. Of course, a well loved barbie also means that ... Read more

January 27th, 2012 by Keri Algar

Carbon tax fear sparks the power to save The rising cost of electricity has tested Australians' priorities and it turns out that pennies in pockets and powering the air conditioner have trumped a cold beer. Over half of Australians have been turning off non-essential appliances such as beer fridges, second freezers and TVs, according to a survey released by Canstar Blue. What's more, 20 per cent of Aussies are prepared to cut ... Read more

January 25th, 2012 by Keri Algar

The need to clean a cleaning machine may sound odd, but once you consider the grime that gets thrown in it only makes sense that at some point the dirt will build up. Smell is a good indication of the health of your machine. If your clothes start coming out of the washing machine stinkier than when they were put in, it's time to clean the machine. It's easily done and if you'd like to ... Read more

January 24th, 2012 by Keri Algar

Some retailers will continue to discount Sunbeam appliances, despite the small appliance maker today announcing it's intention to stabilise product prices. For the first half of the financial year, Sunbeam has been reducing its product prices to encourage shoppers and help mitigate the sluggish retail-scape as well as hamper growing competition from house brands, according to a report issued to the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) by Sunbeam's parent company, GUD Holdings, this morning. Revenue for ... Read more

January 24th, 2012 by Keri Algar

Why can't you find the 'cancel' button on the toaster in time to stop burning the bread? And why do toasters have a setting that burns toast to a crisp anyway? If your toaster is making you feel crumby it could be time to review your toaster and start making every crumb count. Appreciating the history of toast During WWI a Minnesotan mechanic became fed up with being served burnt toast at work and so ... Read more

January 23rd, 2012 by Keri Algar

According to Morphy Richards, decorating the kitchen instead of full refurbishments is the best way to brighten up a home. Enter the new Plum Kettle and Toaster by Morphy Richards. Joining the already colourful Berry Blue and Cherry Red range of kettles and toasters, as well as the uniquely lit Iluma kettle, the Plum Kettle and Toaster will most likely be introduced in February. The Plum Meno traditional kettle (43897) ... Read more

January 23rd, 2012 by Keri Algar

Appliances account for about half of the energy used in a household, according to an ABC report. This includes 9 per cent on fridges and freezers and 15 per cent on electrical appliances such as kettles, irons, and vacuum cleaners. Over 50 per cent of Australian households use dryers, and these are the biggest culprit in the energy guzzling category. The actual running costs of your ... Read more

January 20th, 2012 by Keri Algar

In town for reality TV show Celebrity Apprentice, David Hasselhoff had a few choice words to say about Appliances Online. The Baywatch babe teamed up with Australian comedian Vince Sorrenti to raise thousands of dollars for charity by offering a dog wash service for Sydneysiders, on Wednesday at Sydney Park. Renowned for his leading roles in Knight Rider and Baywatch, the 59-year-old spent the afternoon pampering pooches in an effort to raise funds for ... Read more

January 20th, 2012 by Keri Algar

The thing with Chinese whispers is that the final story heard aloud is often bizarrely different from the first secret version. Due to the act of copying, the story becomes corrupted. In the case of Sir James Dyson, the inventor of the protectively-patented Dyson vacuums, Chinese-made copycat versions of his products are critically undermining his business. Throughout 2011 the inventor has appealed to the UK Government, who he acts as a technical advisor for, to help him contest the Chinese copycats. Last ... Read more

January 19th, 2012 by Keri Algar

What if all your household appliances could independently monitor the electrical grid and automatically adjust their settings to operate at the most economically efficient level? GE Appliances and Flint Energy (US) are combining efforts to test such a theory. The pilot programme was revealed this week and will be operate in the south-eastern United State's state of Georgia, where Flint Energy is based. It will involve 10 volunteer households over a ... Read more

January 19th, 2012 by Keri Algar

Appliances Online has this week introduced three new ovens from different suppliers offering consumers a choice between a freestanding, wall, or a pyrolytic and induction cooktop combination. Varying from 60 litres to 80 litres and with a wide range of unique functions (such as an automatic spillage stop!), if you're in the market for a new oven you'll want to read on. Beginning in alphabetical order is ... Read more