February 22nd, 2012 by Richie Black

What if an all-purpose robot maid was the latest home appliance? Someone to empty the dishwasher, vacuum the house, walk the dog, and clunk around saying “affirmative” in an adorable electronic monotone? Keep dreaming. For now. News today out of the US indicates robotics still has a way to go before attaining the sci-fi fantasy. Seven adult-size "HUBO" robots were on display at Drexel University to kick ... Read more

February 21st, 2012 by Richie Black

Look out – dynamic colour is reinventing the hitherto dull-grey world of kitchen appliances.  Industry leaders such as Morphy Richards are providing bright, bold alternatives to the neutral colours that traditionally dominate the kitchen. Nick Chernin, small appliance buyer at Appliances Online, says that colour has become the defining trend for 2012. “We see people buying toasters, kettles, and even irons to match their splashbacks... people are ... Read more

February 15th, 2012 by Mark Bristow

Just because your hot chips are cooked in a vat of boiling oil, it doesn't mean they have to be entirely unhealthy.  It is possible to use your deep fryer to get crisp and tasty chips while minimising the health risks. Today Appliances Online will take you through some ways to make your home-fried chips a cut above those of the local takeaway, not only in terms ... Read more

February 13th, 2012 by Louise Carter

JFK on wholegrain? Buttered with a smidge of Hitler? Or how about an AbraHAM and cheese? Art appreciation just got a whole lot tastier thanks to Toronto artist Tibi Tibi Neuspiel, whose 'Assassination Sandwiches' feature portraits of historical famous icons on sculptures of toasted ham and cheese sandwiches. While they may look good enough to eat, these sandwiches have been painstakingly crafted from wax and oil paint. The ... Read more

February 13th, 2012 by Mark Bristow

We all love guests and the companionship they bring, but being a host is a big responsibility, which is made trickier when guests take you by surprise.  If a long-lost relative comes calling, a child organises an impromptu sleepover, or an old friend drops by unannounced, how can you fulfil your hosting duties with flair and make an impression on your guests? Keeping your guests well-fed is ... Read more

February 8th, 2012 by Mark Bristow

The school year is back on again, meaning a shift in the everyday routines of what politicians like to call working families.  While it can be a relief for parents to have the kids out of the house for much of the day, getting them ready and out the door in the first place can be stressful and a real organisational challenge. So today Appliances Online asks ... Read more

February 6th, 2012 by Keri Algar

The Sunbeam FoodSaver FreshSaver was last week announced the 2012 Product of the Year in the Small Appliances category. The product is a hand-held, vacuum sealing system. Sunbeam received the award in Sydney last Thursday, after being announced as a finalist in September 2011. Nicole Cowley, marketing manager Sunbeam, received the award. “Sunbeam’s handheld FoodSaver FreshSaver is a truly convenient and innovative product made for consumers who are conscious about saving money and reducing ... Read more

February 2nd, 2012 by Mark Bristow

Originally created to satisfy the hunger of a gambling-addicted aristocrat, the humble sandwich has become the staple foodstuff of busy people everywhere. From the cucumber sandwiches on the Queen’s table to the bánh mì of south-east Asia, to the po’boy of the southern USA, every region around the world has its own variation on the classic sandwich. Here at Appliances Online, we’re partial to the odd sanger, sarnie ... Read more

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