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Phones

Smartphones, feature phones, Android, iOS, buying guide, market share, Telco, mobile internet these devices

2025 Phone of the Year – Nothing surprising
6 days ago
Ray Shaw
2025 Phone of the Year – Nothing surprising
We can’t award the 2025 Phone of the Year Award because no phones reviewed met the criteria. Nothing is a play on words, as Nothing 3 came c...
Old Samsung phones may not be able to call 000
October 23, 2025
Ray Shaw
Old Samsung phones may not be able to call 000
Telstra testing has revealed that over 70 old Samsung phones comprising more than 20,000 handsets may not be able to access the 000 emergenc...
Reviews
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL: More brains than brawn (deep-dive review)
October 20, 2025
Ray Shaw
Google Pixel 10 Pro XL: More brains than brawn (deep-dive review)
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL, part of the Pixel 10 series, shows that brains beat brawn every time. Google has once again nailed the AI phone ...
Telstra Blue Tick Part V: More bloody lies from the expert
October 19, 2025
Ray Shaw
Telstra Blue Tick Part V: More bloody lies from the expert
Telstra Blue Tick Part V is about the blatant, bald-faced lies that Telstra sprouts about Blue Tick phones – the ones that are supposed to h...
Announcements
Motorola moto g06 Redefines Value Under $200
October 15, 2025
Staff Writers
Motorola moto g06 Redefines Value Under $200
Experience big-screen entertainment and dependable performance with the new Motorola moto g06. Motorola has launched the Motorola moto g06, ...
Reviews
OPPO Pad SE – sometimes you just need a good Android tablet (review)
September 21, 2025
Ray Shaw
OPPO Pad SE – sometimes you just need a good Android tablet (review)
The OPPO Pad SE is a $399, 11” Android 15 tablet that does everything you expect and more. Sometimes you just need a good tablet, and this p...
Announcements
Apple iPhone 17 series – a quick, no-hype guide
September 10, 2025
Ray Shaw
Apple iPhone 17 series – a quick, no-hype guide
The Apple iPhone 17 series comprises the standard iPhone 17, iPhone Air, iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max. Here is our no-hype guide.
Reviews
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 (smartphone review)
August 27, 2025
Ray Shaw
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 (smartphone review)
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 builds on the heritage of the original Flip (2020), Flip3 (2021), Flip4 (2022), Flip5 (2023), and Flip6 (2024), i...
Reviews
Motorola g56 5G – all good and worth every cent of the $399 price
August 24, 2025
Ray Shaw
Motorola g56 5G – all good and worth every cent of the $399 price
The Motorola g56 5G is an entry-level mid-range that has every feature you need, a fit-for-purpose processor, no AI, a good battery and a de...
Phone theft epidemic. How to prevent it
August 24, 2025
Ray Shaw
Phone theft epidemic. How to prevent it
The phone theft epidemic has reached pandemic proportions. In the London CBD, over 320 phones a day are stolen by organised thieves.
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AV

TVs, projectors, soundbars, speakers, headphones, turntables, and unified comms

Announcements
New JBL Bar Series Brings Cinema Sound Home
October 10, 2025
Staff Writers
New JBL Bar Series Brings Cinema Sound Home
The new JBL Bar Series is designed to transform any living room into a personal cinema. The lineup features five new soundbars, all engineer...
Reviews
Nothing ear 3 – unique, stylish BT, ANC buds and an interesting case (review)
October 8, 2025
Ray Shaw
Nothing ear 3 – unique, stylish BT, ANC buds and an interesting case (review)
The Nothing ear 3 is visually different, just like every other Nothing product. This takes BT ANC one step further with a Super Mic in the c...
Reviews
OPPO Enco Buds3 ETEG1 (review)
October 7, 2025
Ray Shaw
OPPO Enco Buds3 ETEG1 (review)
The OPPO Enco Buds3 are a $99 half In-ear Pod design with up to 9.5 hours of battery and 3 minutes for 10 hours of play fast charge.
No one is Hubbling – service goes into maintenance mode
September 17, 2025
Ray Shaw
No one is Hubbling – service goes into maintenance mode
t appears that no one is Hubbling despite an uber-expensive $200 million marketing campaign featuring Hamish and Andy
Dolby Vision 2 – the next bombshell in the TV format wars
September 13, 2025
Ray Shaw
Dolby Vision 2 – the next bombshell in the TV format wars
Dolby Vision 2, is coming offering content intelligence and authentically cinematic use of motion smoothing and settings to make TV content ...
What is a Micro LED. Is it the future of TV tech?
September 5, 2025
Ray Shaw
What is a Micro LED. Is it the future of TV tech?
Micro LED
Reviews
TCL C8K QD Mini LED TV – premium performance at a non-premium price (review)
September 3, 2025
Ray Shaw
TCL C8K QD Mini LED TV – premium performance at a non-premium price (review)
The TCL C8K Quantum Dot Mini LED offers a premium TV experience that surpasses OLEDs in brightness, at prices several hundred dollars lower.
Announcements
Sennheiser is celebrating 80 years of music passion
August 21, 2025
Ray Shaw
Sennheiser is celebrating 80 years of music passion
Sennheiser is officially 80 years old, founded by Dr. Fritz Sennheiser in June 1945. It began as a small laboratory near Hanover and has gro...
Reviews
Soundcore Space One Pro A3602 Foldable BT/ANC headphones: affordable premium sound (review)
August 18, 2025
Ray Shaw
Soundcore Space One Pro A3602 Foldable BT/ANC headphones: affordable premium sound (review)
Soundcore Space One Pro BT/ANC headphones offer a premium ANC, sound and fold up and in for travel, all for RRP $349.99 (and seen for about ...
Reviews
Nothing Headphone 1 – unique style, good performance (review)
August 14, 2025
Ray Shaw
Nothing Headphone 1 – unique style, good performance (review)
The Nothing Headphone 1 doesn’t look like typical headphones – retro yet futuristic, like a Star Wars stormtrooper would wear.
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Smart Home

Smart devices, IoT, networking, routers, mesh, extenders, powerline and hubs

Announcements
TP-Link Wi-Fi 8 Breakthrough Sets the Stage for Next-Gen Connectivity
October 16, 2025
Staff Writers
TP-Link Wi-Fi 8 Breakthrough Sets the Stage for Next-Gen Connectivity
TP-Link Wi-Fi 8 marks a major leap forward in wireless innovation. TP-Link Systems Inc. has successfully demonstrated the world’s first Wi-F...
Guides
What is Wi-Fi 8?
October 16, 2025
Ray Shaw
What is Wi-Fi 8?
Wi-Fi 8, unlike Wi-Fi 7, which focused on bandwidth and speed, is more about low latency and ultra-high reliability.
Announcements
New D-Link DMS-1250 Series Switches Deliver Multi-Gigabit Power and Performance
October 14, 2025
Roan Yboa
New D-Link DMS-1250 Series Switches Deliver Multi-Gigabit Power and Performance
D-Link A/NZ has expanded its business networking lineup with three new D-Link DMS-1250 Series Multi-Gigabit Smart Managed PoE+ Switches. Des...
Guides
What is Ethernet and why do you need it? (guide)
October 13, 2025
Ray Shaw
What is Ethernet and why do you need it? (guide)
What is Ethernet and why do you need it? (guide) Many readers have asked what Ethernet is and why they need it, especially when setting up a...
Opinion
Anker Eufy beat-up. The media loves unsubstantiated rumours
September 30, 2025
Ray Shaw
Anker Eufy beat-up. The media loves unsubstantiated rumours
The Anker Eufy beat-up is not based on fact. The media loves a good story, and many use the motto – ‘Never let the facts spoil a good story’...
Guides
Crappy NBN modems – the lessons we learned from our free advice
September 26, 2025
Ray Shaw
Crappy NBN modems – the lessons we learned from our free advice
We learned many things about crappy NBN Modems, but most of all that the NBN Reseller does not give a rats about if it will work in your hom...
Free NBN Speed upgrade has arrived, but you’re not getting it (update)
September 19, 2025
Ray Shaw
Free NBN Speed upgrade has arrived, but you’re not getting it (update)
The free NBN speed upgrade has arrived, and those on FTTP and HFC connections now get 500/50Mbps as the baseline level. But users are not fe...
ACMA to free up more 6 GHz band for Wi-Fi
September 8, 2025
Ray Shaw
ACMA to free up more 6 GHz band for Wi-Fi
The ACMA has decided to extend the 5925-6425 6GHz Band RLAN (Wi-Fi) to 6585 MHz. This will allow 2 x 320 MHz, 4 x 160 MHz or various other c...
Free NBN Speed upgrade: Modem mayhem is just a scare tactic to sell more
September 3, 2025
Ray Shaw
Free NBN Speed upgrade: Modem mayhem is just a scare tactic to sell more
The free NBN Speed upgrade for FTTP and HFC customers will not break your existing modem. You just may not benefit from the extra speed (whi...
Telstra Smart Modem 4 – still a crappy NBN modem. Here is why (update).
August 28, 2025
Ray Shaw
Telstra Smart Modem 4 – still a crappy NBN modem. Here is why (update).
The new Telstra Smart Modem 4 is Wi-Fi 7 and 5G fallback capable, but it is still a very crappy modem router. You can do better.
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Computer

Computers, laptops, monitors, storage, and computer accessories

Announcements
D-Link 2.5G Multi-Gigabit Switch Range Delivers High-Speed Edge Connectivity
October 28, 2025
Staff Writers
D-Link 2.5G Multi-Gigabit Switch Range Delivers High-Speed Edge Connectivity
D-Link A/NZ has introduced the new D-Link 2.5G Multi-Gigabit Switch Range, created to handle today’s demand for faster, more reliable networ...
Announcements
New Dynabook Tecra A45-M and A65-M: Power Meets Portability with AMD Inside
October 9, 2025
Staff Writers
New Dynabook Tecra A45-M and A65-M: Power Meets Portability with AMD Inside
Dynabook has expanded its popular Tecra range with two new laptops — the Dynabook Tecra A45-M and A65-M — designed for modern professionals ...
Announcements
Epson’s Science-Based Targets Drive Decarbonisation
August 27, 2025
Staff Writers
Epson’s Science-Based Targets Drive Decarbonisation
Epson science-based targets to cut greenhouse gas emissions, stepping up its commitment to climate action. This is validated by the Science ...
Windows 10 lifeline at a cost. Here is what you have to do
June 29, 2025
Ray Shaw
Windows 10 lifeline at a cost. Here is what you have to do
The Windows 10 lifeline gives you one more year of Extended Security Updates if you enrol in the Windows 10 PC in the ESU program.
Brother printer hacks – 689 models affected.
June 26, 2025
Ray Shaw
Brother printer hacks – 689 models affected.
Rapid7 and Brother Industries have jointly issued a vulnerability alert for a potential 8 Brother printer hacks covering 689 Brother models,...
Reviews
SanDisk Extreme Pro USB 4 – fast external backup (review)
June 25, 2025
Ray Shaw
SanDisk Extreme Pro USB 4 – fast external backup (review)
The SanDisk Extreme Pro USB 4 has up to 3800/3700MBps read/write over USB-C 4.0 and TB4. In 2 and 4TB.
Reviews
Samsung SSD 9100 Pro – its first PCIe blazingly fast Gen 5 M.2
June 25, 2025
Ray Shaw
Samsung SSD 9100 Pro – its first PCIe blazingly fast Gen 5 M.2
The Samsung SSD 9100 Pro is a PCIe Gen 5 with speeds of 14,800/13,400 MBps in 1, 2 and 4TB capacities. 8TB coming soon.
Announcements
eufyMake E1: First 3D-Texture UV Printer for Home Creators
June 21, 2025
Staff Writers
eufyMake E1: First 3D-Texture UV Printer for Home Creators
The eufyMake E1 is a game-changer. It’s the world’s first personal 3D-texture UV printer. And it’s now available on Kickstarter. This compac...
Announcements
Epson’s 50th Anniversary – An Innovation Journey
June 17, 2025
Staff Writers
Epson’s 50th Anniversary – An Innovation Journey
Epson’s 50th anniversary is celebrated this year. The Epson innovation journey began in 1942 in the watchmaking industry. Those early ...
Reviews
Epson ET-4950 Eco Tank – cheap to run, superb print quality, duplex scan and print
June 9, 2025
Ray Shaw
Epson ET-4950 Eco Tank – cheap to run, superb print quality, duplex scan and print
The Epson ET-4950 ink tank printer produces superb print quality, is very low-cost to run, can do duplex scans and prints, and even has a fa...
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Cleaning

Cleaning robots, power mops, vacuums, window washers, pool robots, robot mowers

Announcements
Tineco Smart Floor Cleaners Spring Sale: Up to 33% Off
October 27, 2025
Staff Writers
Tineco Smart Floor Cleaners Spring Sale: Up to 33% Off
Tineco smart floor cleaners are making spring cleaning easier and more affordable with up to 33% off across its top-selling range. From hard...
Guides
Tips for choosing a robovac/mop (Updated for AIBots and roller mops guide)
October 14, 2025
Ray Shaw
Tips for choosing a robovac/mop (Updated for AIBots and roller mops guide)
Tips for choosing a robovac/mop, especially with the new AiBot and roller/track mops, might just save you from an expensive mistake.
Reviews
Narwal Flow – one of the most intelligent and flexible robovac/mop yet (review)
October 12, 2025
Ray Shaw
Narwal Flow – one of the most intelligent and flexible robovac/mop yet (review)
The Narwal Flow has advanced features not previously seen on premium robovac/mops. How about an extendable warm water FLOW mop and a very go...
Reviews
Roborock Q7BF+ – a classic bump and grind robovac/mop (review)
October 3, 2025
Ray Shaw
Roborock Q7BF+ – a classic bump and grind robovac/mop (review)
Roborock Q7BF+ is a classic bump and grind robovac/mop with 2D LiDAR navigation and an auto-empty dustbin.
Reviews
Roborock Qrevo C Pro – just a great value, honest performance robot vacuum/mop (review)
October 3, 2025
Ray Shaw
Roborock Qrevo C Pro – just a great value, honest performance robot vacuum/mop (review)
The Roborock Qrevo C Pro is a great value, honest performance robot vacuum mop that is capable of whole-of-home cleaning with just a little ...
Reviews
ECOVACS DEEBOT X11 OmniCyclone robovac/roller mop lets the good time roll (review)
September 25, 2025
Ray Shaw
ECOVACS DEEBOT X11 OmniCyclone robovac/roller mop lets the good time roll (review)
The ECOVACS DEEBOT X11 OmniCyclone robovac/mop was released at IFA 2025, and we have the first Australian unit for review. It has been throu...
Roborock Qrevo C Pro – mid-range with all dock features (first look)
September 20, 2025
Ray Shaw
Roborock Qrevo C Pro – mid-range with all dock features (first look)
The Roborock Qrevo C Pro (RRW0PEP+EWFD48HRR) is part of its C-series offering good value and a fully featured dock.
Reviews
Roborock H60 Hub Ultra cordless stick vac with auto empty dock (full review)
September 19, 2025
Ray Shaw
Roborock H60 Hub Ultra cordless stick vac with auto empty dock (full review)
The Roborock H60 Hub Ultra is a powerful, cordless stick vacuum with an auto-empty dock. It is currently on sale at $499 (RRP $999), making ...
Reviews
Roborock F25 RT power mop – no frills, simple, powerful mopping (update review)
September 18, 2025
Ray Shaw
Roborock F25 RT power mop – no frills, simple, powerful mopping (update review)
The Roborock F25 RT provides simple, no-frills, powered mopping at a low $499. While it’s the entry-level to the F25-series, it has the sam...
Reviews
Tineco S9 Artist Pro power mop and steam option. Style and power (review)
September 14, 2025
Ray Shaw
Tineco S9 Artist Pro power mop and steam option. Style and power (review)
The Tineco S9 Artist is its latest state-of-the-art power mop technology with Pro and Steam versions.
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Security

Security cameras, online safety, Anti-virus, Malware, Scams, safety advice

Announcements
5 Key Takeaways from the Gen Q3 2025 Threat Report on AI-Powered Cybercrime
October 29, 2025
Staff Writers
5 Key Takeaways from the Gen Q3 2025 Threat Report on AI-Powered Cybercrime
The Gen Q3 2025 Threat Report shows how cybercrime is evolving fast — and AI is driving much of it. From July to September, Gen recorded a s...
Reviews
eufy S4 Max PoE NVR AI Security System – Bullet and PTZ, 24/7 recording (preliminary review)
October 28, 2025
Ray Shaw
eufy S4 Max PoE NVR AI Security System – Bullet and PTZ, 24/7 recording (preliminary review)
The eufy S4 Max PoE NVR Security System comes with one of the most advanced security cameras and has a 16-channel AI NVR recorder for 24/7 r...
Reviews
Arlo Essential 3 PTZ 2K Indoor and Outdoor Cameras (review)
October 28, 2025
Ray Shaw
Arlo Essential 3 PTZ 2K Indoor and Outdoor Cameras (review)
The Arlo Essential 3 Indoor and Outdoor 2K Pan Tilt Zoom (PTZ) cameras are part of its value Essential range, offering Pan and Tilt at a ve...
World War Privacy Part 4: Lockdown your Apple
October 27, 2025
Ray Shaw
World War Privacy Part 4: Lockdown your Apple
World War Privacy Part 4 is the first of a series of short practical guides to locking down Apple iPhone, iPad and Mac.
Reviews
TP-Link Tapo DL110 smart Wi-Fi Doorlock and deadlock (review)
October 25, 2025
Ray Shaw
TP-Link Tapo DL110 smart Wi-Fi Doorlock and deadlock (review)
The TP-Link Tapo DL110 smart Wi-Fi Doorlock and deadlock is perfect for standalone DIY installation or as part of a Tapo security ecosystem.
Reviews
TP-Link Tapo H500 smart home base – no subscription, local storage, and AI (review)
October 24, 2025
Ray Shaw
TP-Link Tapo H500 smart home base – no subscription, local storage, and AI (review)
TP-Link Tapo H500 smart home base is an AI-driven base station with local and HDD storage that supports Tapo cameras and sensors with no mon...
Guides
World War Privacy Part 3: Staying private and safe at home (guide)
October 23, 2025
Ray Shaw
World War Privacy Part 3: Staying private and safe at home (guide)
World War Privacy Part 3 is about privacy and staying safe at home. Some is common sense, some is tech, and some is clever.
Reviews
Trend Micro Security Suite Pro Plus – perfect for Windows, Android, Mac and iOS (review)
October 17, 2025
Staff Writers
Trend Micro Security Suite Pro Plus – perfect for Windows, Android, Mac and iOS (review)
Trend Micro Security Suite Pro Plus is its second-highest offering, covering more than you need in a comprehensive security suite.
Guides
World War Privacy Part 2: Staying off the radar in a digital world (guide)
October 16, 2025
Ray Shaw
World War Privacy Part 2: Staying off the radar in a digital world (guide)
World War Privacy Part 2 debunks the notion that we have a right to exist freely on the internet, that we can choose what type of informatio...
World War Privacy Part 1: The world has gone to hell in a handbasket (guide)
October 15, 2025
Ray Shaw
World War Privacy Part 1: The world has gone to hell in a handbasket (guide)
World War Privacy Part 1 is the first of simple guides to enhancing your online and physical privacy. It is practical-based on what anyone c...
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Off-Grid

Power stations, battery banks, portable solar panels, rooftop solar, energy saving

Announcements
BLUETTI RVSolar 48V Power System Brings Simple Power to Caravans and Boats
September 30, 2025
Staff Writers
BLUETTI RVSolar 48V Power System Brings Simple Power to Caravans and Boats
BLUETTI has launched the RVSolar 48V Power System in Australia. It’s designed to simplify power for caravans, boats, and off-grid setups. Wi...
Reviews
Anker Solix C300 – the baby-sized 300W/288Wh portable power station (review)
September 10, 2025
Ray Shaw
Anker Solix C300 – the baby-sized 300W/288Wh portable power station (review)
The Anker Solix C300 is a petite, 300W/288Wh portable power station with eight AC and DC outlets and 240V and USB-C charging.
Reviews
Bluetti Elite 100 V2 1800W/1024Wh portable power station (review)
September 10, 2025
Ray Shaw
Bluetti Elite 100 V2 1800W/1024Wh portable power station (review)
The Bluetti Elite 100 V2 1800W/1024Wh can run a portable DC fridge/freezer for nearly a full day.
Dodgy solar battery installs, channelling another pink batts disaster. What you need to know
September 7, 2025
Ray Shaw
Dodgy solar battery installs, channelling another pink batts disaster. What you need to know
Thousands of homes have had dodgy solar battery installs in a move channelling KRUDD’s pink batt disaster.
Reviews
Anker Prime 20000mAh 200W battery bank A1336 with PD 3.0 (review)
August 14, 2025
Ray Shaw
Anker Prime 20000mAh 200W battery bank A1336 with PD 3.0 (review)
The Anker Prime 20000mAh 200W battery bank A1336 is a perfect travel companion below the TSA-approved 100W limit.
Reviews
Anker SOLIX C1000X 1800W/1056Wh portable power station – ultra fast charge (review)
August 12, 2025
Ray Shaw
Anker SOLIX C1000X 1800W/1056Wh portable power station – ultra fast charge (review)
Anker SOLIX C1000X is its newest mid-capacity power bank with a 1300W fast charge and 2400W startup surge capacity.
Reviews
EcoFlow 500W alternator charger. Fast power bank charge while you drive (first look)
July 28, 2025
Ray Shaw
EcoFlow 500W alternator charger. Fast power bank charge while you drive (first look)
The EcoFlow 500W alternator charger is up to 5 times faster than using a car utility socket to recharge your portable power bank. And it won...
Reviews
EcoFlow 400W portable solar panel is perfect for power users (review)
July 16, 2025
Ray Shaw
EcoFlow 400W portable solar panel is perfect for power users (review)
The EcoFlow 400W portable solar panel is its largest four-panel portable, capable of outputting up to 48V/8.33A/400W.
Rooftop solar Part 4: Was it worth it, and valuable lessons learned
July 14, 2025
Ray Shaw
Rooftop solar Part 4: Was it worth it, and valuable lessons learned
Rooftop solar Part 4 is about the results six months after install of my 10 kW solar and matching 10 kWh battery. What is the payback, and w...
Announcements
EcoFlow Prime Day Deals
July 9, 2025
Staff Writers
EcoFlow Prime Day Deals
EcoFlow Prime Day deals in Australia is offering savings of up to 38% on its most popular portable power solutions. From July 9 to August 9,...
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Home Appliances

Kitchen/outdoor appliances, coffee makers, pressure coolers, slow cookers, air fryers, blenders, food prep, pizza ovens, smokers, fridges, washing machines

Reviews
Ninja DoubleStack XXXL SL451 Smart 9.5L 2 Drawer Air Fryer (review)
September 15, 2025
Ray Shaw
Ninja DoubleStack XXXL SL451 Smart 9.5L 2 Drawer Air Fryer (review)
The Ninja DoubleStack XXXL SL451 Smart is a 9.5 litre, two drawer Air Fryer that can Max Crisp, Air Fry, Roast, Bake, Reheat and Dehydrate. ...
Announcements
Samsung Home Appliances Remote Management Expands Globally
September 4, 2025
Staff Writers
Samsung Home Appliances Remote Management Expands Globally
Samsung Home Appliances Remote Management (HRM) has expanded its services to more customers worldwide. The service is now live in 122 countr...
Reviews
Ninja SLUSHI frozen drink maker – slurp! (review)
September 1, 2025
Ray Shaw
Ninja SLUSHI frozen drink maker – slurp! (review)
The Ninja SLUSHI is a professional-grade frozen drink maker scaled back for consumer use. What is not to like?
Announcements
Samsung Offers More AI In 2025 Home Appliances
May 28, 2025
Staff Writers
Samsung Offers More AI In 2025 Home Appliances
Everywhere we are turning, Ai has ‘entered the chat’. Now Samsung confirms their latest range of Home Appliances will be include...
Reviews
Breville Paradice 9: slide, shred, dice, mince, puree, mix and all you knead (review)
May 16, 2025
Ray Shaw
Breville Paradice 9: slide, shred, dice, mince, puree, mix and all you knead (review)
The Breville Paradice 9 is the Swiss army knife of food processors. It slices, shreds, dices, minces, purees, mixes and kneads.
Reviews
Breville Fast Slow Pro – discover the lost art of pressure and slow cooking (appliance review)
April 6, 2025
Ray Shaw
Breville Fast Slow Pro – discover the lost art of pressure and slow cooking (appliance review)
The Breville Fast Slow Pro is a 6L one-pot pressure and slow cooker, sear, sauté, and steam appliance that makes everything so much easier.
Reviews
Ninja NeverClog Cold Press Juicer – juice this morning is bought to you by Ninja (cooking review)
March 12, 2025
Ray Shaw
Ninja NeverClog Cold Press Juicer – juice this morning is bought to you by Ninja (cooking review)
Ninja NeverClog Cold Press Juicer is a brilliant idea, well executed. It is a powerful continuous juicer with a choice of less or more pulp.
Reviews
Breville Combi Wave 3 in 1 – microwave, oven, air fry, grill and combi (appliance review)
March 4, 2025
Ray Shaw
Breville Combi Wave 3 in 1 – microwave, oven, air fry, grill and combi (appliance review)
The Breville Combi Wave is a 32-litre, 1100W microwave, 1550W oven, and 1100W grill that can replace several kitchen appliances.
Reviews
Bartesian – cocktails on command, drink on demand (appliance review)
March 3, 2025
Ray Shaw
Bartesian – cocktails on command, drink on demand (appliance review)
Bartesian is a capsule-based cocktail maker – you supply the spirits, add a pre-mix flavour capsule (like a Nespresso), and it does the rest...
Videos
Electrolux UltimateTaste Ovens: Steam Cooking for Perfect Results
February 5, 2025
Staff Writers
Electrolux UltimateTaste Ovens: Steam Cooking for Perfect Results
Electrolux UltimateTaste ovens are designed to help home cooks achieve consistently delicious results. Whether you love baking, roasting, or...
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Consumer Advice

Things you need to know, recalls, ACCC/TIO/ACMA actions

Li-Ion is bad. LiFePO4 is good. You have a choice so please use it.
September 16, 2025
Ray Shaw
Li-Ion is bad. LiFePO4 is good. You have a choice so please use it.
Li-Ion is bad. It is the root cause of thousands of fires each year from portable battery banks, e-mobility and household appliances.
Guides
Why Australian Consumer Law warranty is vital for tech (2025 guide)
August 17, 2025
Ray Shaw
Why Australian Consumer Law warranty is vital for tech (2025 guide)
All genuine Australian certified products have an implied Australian Consumer Law Warranty. What does that mean for you?
Guides
ACL Consumer Tech warranty not a priority for the majority – it should be (2025 guide)
August 17, 2025
Ray Shaw
ACL Consumer Tech warranty not a priority for the majority – it should be (2025 guide)
ACL Consumer Tech warranty is usually 12 months. What happens if that breaks down just outside of warranty? You have plenty of rights.
Lithium-ion battery fire – advice for renters, home and strata owners (guide)
August 14, 2025
Ray Shaw
Lithium-ion battery fire – advice for renters, home and strata owners (guide)
Every day we hear of yet another lithium-ion battery fire, most of which cause devastating and total loss to homes, apartments and even garb...
Virgin – no decision yet on battery banks
August 7, 2025
Ray Shaw
Virgin – no decision yet on battery banks
Virgin has made no decision yet on the carriage and use of battery banks in the cabin. They are definitely not allowed in checked luggage.
Announcements
NBN Co and Amazon’s Project Kuiper to Deliver LEO Satellite Broadband Across Regional Australia
August 5, 2025
Staff Writers
NBN Co and Amazon’s Project Kuiper to Deliver LEO Satellite Broadband Across Regional Australia
NBN Co and Amazon have announced a new partnership to deliver high-speed wholesale broadband to regional, rural, and remote parts of Austral...
Virgin battery bank fire – a rethink about banning them
July 24, 2025
Ray Shaw
Virgin battery bank fire – a rethink about banning them
The Virgin battery bank fire on VA1528 from Sydney to Hobart has forced the airline to reconsider if it will ban them completely – no cabin ...
Power bank recalls – 17 since 2020. Do you have one?
July 19, 2025
Ray Shaw
Power bank recalls – 17 since 2020. Do you have one?
Power bank recalls are exploding (pun intended) with 17 formal recalls since 2020, nine in the past 16 months.
NSW Lithium-ion regulations enforced from August 2025
June 10, 2025
Ray Shaw
NSW Lithium-ion regulations enforced from August 2025
The new NSW Lithium-ion regulations for any lithium-ion-powered e-mobility device will come into effect in August 2025 for mandatory testing...
What Trump’s tariffs mean for the cost of consumer tech in Australia
April 3, 2025
Ray Shaw
What Trump’s tariffs mean for the cost of consumer tech in Australia
Trump’s tariffs, a unilateral 10% cost impost on all Australian imports (our exports), will only affect Australian-made exports to the USA....
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Health and Environment

Air Purifier, fans, dehumidifiers, heaters, A/C, NABERS, scales, personal health devices

Reviews
Nothing CMF Watch 3 Pro – At $179 expect Nothing (review)
1 day ago
Ray Shaw
Nothing CMF Watch 3 Pro – At $179 expect Nothing (review)
The Nothing CMF Watch 3 Pro is a $179 smartwatch, and if you expect Nothing, you will be pleasantly surprised at the features and value.
Reviews
Withings BeamO for peace of mind, health measurements (review)
October 6, 2025
Ray Shaw
Withings BeamO for peace of mind, health measurements (review)
Withings BeamO combines a 1-lead electrocardiogram, an oximeter, a digital stethoscope, and a thermometer into a single, compact unit.
Reviews
Anker Soundcore Sleep A30 Smart ANC earbuds – zzzzzzzzz (review)
October 6, 2025
Ray Shaw
Anker Soundcore Sleep A30 Smart ANC earbuds – zzzzzzzzz (review)
The Anker Soundcore Sleep A30 Smart ANC earbuds can help you sleep better by blocking out sleep noises.
Announcements
Anker and eufy 2025-26 preview – and its pretty special
August 5, 2025
Ray Shaw
Anker and eufy 2025-26 preview – and its pretty special
The Anker and eufy 2025-26 preview was to some of the nation’s leading lifestyle tech journalists and key buyers on Queensland’s prestigious...
Announcements
New Dementia Care Training Tool Launches for Carers
July 1, 2025
Staff Writers
New Dementia Care Training Tool Launches for Carers
Dementia Australia has released a new dementia care training tool to support staff in aged care, health and disability services. Called Tell...
Guides
Winter is here – time to think about portable heaters (2025 update guide)
May 23, 2025
Ray Shaw
Winter is here – time to think about portable heaters (2025 update guide)
Winter is coming, and our guide to portable heaters may help you stay warm and save big bucks in energy costs.
Reviews
Dreamaker heated throw – personal heating at its best (review)
May 23, 2025
Ray Shaw
Dreamaker heated throw – personal heating at its best (review)
The Dreamaker heated throw is personal heating at its best and cheapest. After all, it is better to heat the person—not the air around them....
Reviews
Dreamaker Multi-zone Electric Blanket – Personal heating review
May 23, 2025
Ray Shaw
Dreamaker Multi-zone Electric Blanket – Personal heating review
The Dreamaker Multi-zone electric blanket has separate foot and body zones. Nothing is better than sliding into a warm bed on a cold night.
Reviews
Stoov personal heating with Dutch style (review)
May 23, 2025
Ray Shaw
Stoov personal heating with Dutch style (review)
Stoov personal heating devices are economical and efficient heating the person, not the air around them. Dutch style/quality are a bonus.
Reviews
Oclean X Ultra S – smart Wi-Fi electric toothbrush (wellness review)
January 29, 2025
Ray Shaw
Oclean X Ultra S – smart Wi-Fi electric toothbrush (wellness review)
The Oclean X Ultra S is a smart Wi-Fi/BT electric toothbrush sold exclusively through Shaver Shop Australia. It has an app too,
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Gadgets and Stuff

Smartwatches, rings, wearables, and cool stuff

Reviews
Arzopa D10 and D14 Digital photo frames: Perfect for Xmas (review and guide)
October 26, 2025
Ray Shaw
Arzopa D10 and D14 Digital photo frames: Perfect for Xmas (review and guide)
The Arzopa D10 and D14 Digital photo frames are perfect gifts for Xmas to show family pics, videos, greeting cards, and more to loved ones
GPS car tracking devices. A simple guide to locating your car.
September 20, 2025
Ray Shaw
GPS car tracking devices. A simple guide to locating your car.
GPS car tracking devices are in high demand, but there is a lot of confusion about what type to get. These few do work!
Reviews
BenQ ScreenBar Pro monitor task light (review)
September 5, 2025
Ray Shaw
BenQ ScreenBar Pro monitor task light (review)
The BenQ ScreenBar Pro is a clip-on monitor task light with auto on/off presence sense, adjustable brightness and colour temperature.
Reviews
Quntis Curved Monitor light 45cm – a no-glare task light (review)
June 22, 2025
Ray Shaw
Quntis Curved Monitor light 45cm – a no-glare task light (review)
The Quntis Curved Monitor light is a 45cm task light with remote control and touch auto-dimming, eye care, and no glare.
Reviews
OPPO Watch X2 – a fascinating and fully-featured smart watch (review)
June 18, 2025
Ray Shaw
OPPO Watch X2 – a fascinating and fully-featured smart watch (review)
The OPPO Watch X2 has ECG, fall detection, and much more, making it more than a worthy competitor against the Samsung or Apple Watch.
Reviews
Quntis Body Sensing Lightbar SVR-H4015-PIR30 – lights only when you need it
May 27, 2025
Ray Shaw
Quntis Body Sensing Lightbar SVR-H4015-PIR30 – lights only when you need it
The Quntis Body Sensing Lightbar uses passive infrared (PIR) motion detection to provide light when and where you need it.
Reviews
LaserPecker LP5 smart dual laser cutter/engraver – groovy man (review)
May 6, 2025
Ray Shaw
LaserPecker LP5 smart dual laser cutter/engraver – groovy man (review)
LaserPecker LP5 is a dual 20W Fibre and Diode Laser engraver/cutter. It is easy to use and app-driven to work on almost any material.
Reviews
Quntis Light Bar PRO+ – superb monitor and workspace task light
April 25, 2025
Ray Shaw
Quntis Light Bar PRO+ – superb monitor and workspace task light
The Quntis Light Bar PRO+ is a 51cm light bar for larger flat or curved monitors. Superb glare- free workspace lighting.
Reviews
Shark FlexBreeze FA200ANZ will blow you away (fan review)
January 27, 2025
Ray Shaw
Shark FlexBreeze FA200ANZ will blow you away (fan review)
The Shark FlexBreeze is a rechargeable, weather-resistant, oscillating pedestal of desktop fan that can run off mains power or battery.
Reviews
Uniden Dash View 60+ 5K Starvis dashcam (safety review)
January 4, 2025
Ray Shaw
Uniden Dash View 60+ 5K Starvis dashcam (safety review)
The Uniden Dash View 60+ is a 5K Starvis dash-cam that sees what others don’t. Available with an optional rear camera.
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Other

Consumer electronics show reports from CES, MWC, IFA and more, things that don’t fit the other categories

Apple users – we have news for you
October 27, 2025
Ray Shaw
Apple users – we have news for you
Apple Users now have access to unvarnished Australian Apple news free of Crapple's hype.
Announcements
Ecovacs IFA 2025: Smarter Robots for Smarter Homes
September 18, 2025
Staff Writers
Ecovacs IFA 2025: Smarter Robots for Smarter Homes
Ecovacs IFA 2025 in Berlin, introduced its most advanced products to date, setting new standards in smart home technology. David Qian, CEO o...
Announcements
Samsung at IFA 2025: AI Home and Smarter Living
September 12, 2025
Roan Yboa
Samsung at IFA 2025: AI Home and Smarter Living
Samsung at IFA 2025 showed how it plans to make homes smarter, more connected, and easier to manage. The theme was simple: AI Home, Future L...
Announcements
Roborock RockMow Robotic Lawnmowers Unveiled at IFA 2025
September 5, 2025
Staff Writers
Roborock RockMow Robotic Lawnmowers Unveiled at IFA 2025
Roborock has taken its smart cleaning expertise outdoors. At IFA 2025, the brand unveiled its first-ever robotic lawnmower line-up, the Robo...
Samsung IFA 2025 launches the Galaxy S25 FE, Tab S11, Tab S10 Lite and Buds3 FE
September 4, 2025
Ray Shaw
Samsung IFA 2025 launches the Galaxy S25 FE, Tab S11, Tab S10 Lite and Buds3 FE
Samsung IFA 2025 has launched the Galaxy S25 FE, Tab S11, Tab S10 Lite and Buds 3 FE, adding to its already huge smartphone, tablet and audi...
Announcements
Anker Innovations IFA: Unveils AI Breakthroughs
September 4, 2025
Staff Writers
Anker Innovations IFA: Unveils AI Breakthroughs
Anker Innovations took the stage at IFA Berlin to showcase its bold new brand vision and a wave of AI-powered products across Anker, Eufy, a...
Announcements
Samsung Sound Tower Australia Launch Set for 2026
September 4, 2025
Staff Writers
Samsung Sound Tower Australia Launch Set for 2026
Samsung has announced its all-new Sound Tower range, with the ST50F and ST40F models set to arrive in Australia in 2026. These portable spea...
Announcements
LG ThinQ AI Redefines Smart Living
September 2, 2025
Staff Writers
LG ThinQ AI Redefines Smart Living
LG Electronics is changing the way Europeans use their appliances with LG ThinQ AI. The new platform was the highlight of LG’s IFA 2025 show...
Announcements
Anker and eufy 2025-26 preview – and its pretty special
August 5, 2025
Ray Shaw
Anker and eufy 2025-26 preview – and its pretty special
The Anker and eufy 2025-26 preview was to some of the nation’s leading lifestyle tech journalists and key buyers on Queensland’s prestigious...
Videos
Samsung Innovations at CES: Smarter Homes, Stunning Screens
February 9, 2025
Staff Writers
Samsung Innovations at CES: Smarter Homes, Stunning Screens
Samsung innovations at CES have redefined home living and entertainment. From premium TVs to AI-powered appliances, the brand continues to p...
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