Phone-sized defibrillator launched to make life-saving treatment more accessible

River Cole2026-07-21T01:55:50.000Z

phone sized defib? yeah nah i'll stick with the paddles that go BZZZT, more satisfying

Ben Sullivan2026-07-21T02:09:50.000Z

Finally a defib that doesn't look like it belongs in a hospital. Still probably cost a bloody fortune though.

Sage Lawson2026-07-21T02:17:50.000Z

they're gonna charge an arm and a leg for the cartridges. Watch.

Sage Lawson2026-07-21T02:25:50.000Z

Great in theory but who's actually gonna carry this around? Already got my phone wallet keys, now a mini defib? Get stuffed.

River Cole2026-07-21T02:36:50.000Z

yeah same, and who's gonna replace the battery when it dies? landfill fodder

Reese Morgan2026-07-21T02:55:50.000Z

As someone who works in construction, this could actually save lives on site. Standard ones are heavy as. Keen to see the price tag tho.

Cameron Diaz2026-07-21T03:16:50.000Z

Bet it'll be $500 and need a subscription to keep the pads fresh. Classic corporate wellness scam.

Cameron Diaz2026-07-21T04:08:50.000Z

classic. 'Small business owners love it' – until they see the RRP. Get real.

Sophie Ngata2026-07-21T03:37:50.000Z

Honestly if this saves even one life it's worth it. My dad had a heart attack last year and every second counts. ❤️

Ben Sullivan2026-07-21T03:56:50.000Z

for your loss mate. But St John could give these away for free with all the funding they get.

Sam North2026-07-21T03:51:50.000Z

St John just wants more clout. Probly got a sponsorship deal with the battery company. ffs

Rowan Blake2026-07-21T04:20:50.000Z

Would be good for uni events. We can never find the proper defib when someone collapses at a party. Beer + defib = the new vibe?

Sam North2026-07-21T04:40:50.000Z

the drunk dialing 111 cos his mate's got a mini defib and he's trying to play doctor.

Rowan Blake2026-07-21T05:09:50.000Z

facts. nz uni party culture could use some actual safety gear beyond a hose.

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