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Phones

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

Announcements
Motorola Black Friday Deals You Don’t Want to Miss in 2025
November 17, 2025
Staff Writers
Motorola Black Friday Deals You Don’t Want to Miss in 2025
Motorola Black Friday deals are here, bringing big savings on some of the brand’s most popular smartphones. From 17 November to 2 December 2...
Reviews
OPPO Find X9 Pro has a 200MP Hasselblad telephoto and a massive 7500 mAh battery.
November 8, 2025
Ray Shaw
OPPO Find X9 Pro has a 200MP Hasselblad telephoto and a massive 7500 mAh battery.
The newly released OPPO Find X9 Pro is coming to Australia and features the largest telephoto lens and massive battery yet seen here!
2025 Phone of the Year – Nothing surprising
October 31, 2025
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...
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AV

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

Announcements
JBL Black Friday Sale: Premium Audio Steals Across Headphones & Speakers
3 days ago
Staff Writers
JBL Black Friday Sale: Premium Audio Steals Across Headphones & Speakers
JBL Black Friday Sale deals have officially landed, and they’re some of the biggest audio savings Australians will see this year. JBL has cu...
Reviews
JBL Bar 300MK2 – 5.0 Virtual Dolby Atmos soundbar with Wi-Fi and calibration (review)
November 19, 2025
Ray Shaw
JBL Bar 300MK2 – 5.0 Virtual Dolby Atmos soundbar with Wi-Fi and calibration (review)
The JBL Bar 300MK2 is an all-in-one 5.0 Virtual Dolby Atmos soundbar. It sounds outstanding.
Announcements
Major Black Friday Deals Across Marantz, Polk, Bowers & Wilkins, and Denon
November 18, 2025
Staff Writers
Major Black Friday Deals Across Marantz, Polk, Bowers & Wilkins, and Denon
Major Black Friday deals are now live across some of the world’s most respected audio brands, including Marantz, Polk Audio, Bowers & Wi...
Guides
Smart TVs data harvesting: How to reduce spying
November 17, 2025
Ray Shaw
Smart TVs data harvesting: How to reduce spying
Smart TVs data harvesting has gone beyond recommending programs you like to a multi-billion dollar industry selling your data.
Opinion
They should pay you to have a smart TV (opinion)
November 13, 2025
Ray Shaw
They should pay you to have a smart TV (opinion)
We watch smart TV without necessarily realising that it is watching us. New research from Samba reveals just how much information is being h...
Reviews
JBL Bar 1300MK2 – Impressive and immersive 11.1.4 Dolby Atmos sound bar (review)
November 13, 2025
Ray Shaw
JBL Bar 1300MK2 – Impressive and immersive 11.1.4 Dolby Atmos sound bar (review)
The JBL Bar 1300MK2 is its premium 11.1.4 Dolby Atmos/DTS:X soundbar. It is doubly impressive because it has two detachable rear 2.0.1 forwa...
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
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Smart Home

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

Reviews
TP-Link Deco BE85 Wi-Fi 7 BE22000 tri-band mesh router. Full speed ahead (update review)
4 days ago
Ray Shaw
TP-Link Deco BE85 Wi-Fi 7 BE22000 tri-band mesh router. Full speed ahead (update review)
The TP-Link Deco BE85 Wi-Fi 7 mesh router is very fast. With additional satellites it supports over 200 devices and large Aussie homes
Free NBN Router advice is back by incredibly popular demand
November 8, 2025
Ray Shaw
Free NBN Router advice is back by incredibly popular demand
CyberShack gave free NBN Router advice to over 230 readers during August and September with a 100% success rate. Readers have been pleading ...
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...
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Computer

Computers, laptops, monitors, storage, and computer accessories

How to Stay Safe Against Scams Online
November 12, 2025
Staff Writers
How to Stay Safe Against Scams Online
Online scams are everywhere — from fake text messages to phishing emails. Learning how to stay safe against scams is essential for protectin...
Microsoft 365 with Copilot: Refunds available for forcing AI on us
November 7, 2025
Ray Shaw
Microsoft 365 with Copilot: Refunds available for forcing AI on us
Microsoft 365 with Copilot users who were forced to accept higher prices for its AI Copilot version may be eligible for a refund.
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...
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Cleaning

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

Reviews
Aiper Surfer S2 – skims the pool to keep the filter clean (review)
3 days ago
Ray Shaw
Aiper Surfer S2 – skims the pool to keep the filter clean (review)
The Aiper Surfer S2 is a robotic pool skimmer that keeps the water surface clean so you don’t clog the pool filter. It is excellent.
Reviews
Aiper Scuba X1 Pro Max – what doesn’t it do? (review)
4 days ago
Ray Shaw
Aiper Scuba X1 Pro Max – what doesn’t it do? (review)
The Aiper Scuba X1 Pro Max does everything for pool cleaning. Walls, floors, tile-line, stairs and even skims the pool. Very impressive.
Announcements
Ecovacs Black Friday Sale: Massive Deals on Premium Home Robots
November 19, 2025
Staff Writers
Ecovacs Black Friday Sale: Massive Deals on Premium Home Robots
The Ecovacs Black Friday sale is now live, and it is the biggest sale Ecovacs has ever run. Not just for 2025. Not just for Black Friday. Ev...
Announcements
Aiper Black Friday Deals 2025
November 18, 2025
Staff Writers
Aiper Black Friday Deals 2025
Aiper Black Friday deals are here, and they bring the biggest savings of the year for Aussie pool owners. The offers start on 18 November, g...
Reviews
Roborock Qrevo Curv 2 Flow – another great robovac/roller mop (review)
November 15, 2025
Ray Shaw
Roborock Qrevo Curv 2 Flow – another great robovac/roller mop (review)
The Roborock Qrevo Curv 2 Flow is its first robovac with a roller mop, and we have to say it's pretty impressive on hard floors.
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 ...
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Security

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

World War Privacy Part 9: iProtect iPhone
13 hours ago
Ray Shaw
World War Privacy Part 9: iProtect iPhone
World War Privacy Part 9 offers three ways to enhance iPhone protection, although one, Lockdown mode, is best described as the nuclear optio...
World War Privacy Part 8: Gag Google
1 day ago
Ray Shaw
World War Privacy Part 8: Gag Google
World War Privacy Part 8 is about reducing the amount of personal data that can be harvested by Google.
Announcements
Arlo Black Friday Deals 2025
November 19, 2025
Staff Writers
Arlo Black Friday Deals 2025
Arlo Black Friday deals are here, offering some of the best prices of the year on smart home security. From 19 November to 1 December, Austr...
World War Privacy Part 7: Stitch up Safari
November 14, 2025
Ray Shaw
World War Privacy Part 7: Stitch up Safari
World War Privacy Part 7 is for Apple users and gives five ways to stitch up Apple’s Safari browser to ensure greater privacy and anonymity ...
World War Privacy Part 6: Some essential, free, easy-to-use, anti-snooping, Windows tools
November 13, 2025
Ray Shaw
World War Privacy Part 6: Some essential, free, easy-to-use, anti-snooping, Windows tools
World War Privacy Part 6: is about some ‘one-click’ free, tested, and proven tools that can instantly increase privacy and anonymity.
World War Privacy Part 5: Stop MS Edge snooping
November 7, 2025
Ray Shaw
World War Privacy Part 5: Stop MS Edge snooping
World War Privacy Part 5 is about locking down Microsoft Edge to maximise anonymity because privacy is a thing of the past.
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.
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Off-Grid

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

No more portable battery bank use on flights
6 days ago
Ray Shaw
No more portable battery bank use on flights
Australian air carriers and the aviation industry have unanimously agreed to ban the use and charging of portable battery banks on domestic ...
Announcements
BLUETTI Black Friday Deals: 7 Must-Have Power Stations and Batteries
November 15, 2025
Roan Yboa
BLUETTI Black Friday Deals: 7 Must-Have Power Stations and Batteries
BLUETTI Black Friday Deals are back, and they bring new releases just in time for your next adventure. From November 15-28, shoppers can enj...
Rooftop solar – Stop the daily energy supply charge rip-off
November 9, 2025
Ray Shaw
Rooftop solar – Stop the daily energy supply charge rip-off
Rooftop solar owners have to pay a fixed daily energy supply charge regardless of how much grid energy they use or export. Its unfair.
Solar Sharer – Will it help anyone?
November 7, 2025
Ray Shaw
Solar Sharer – Will it help anyone?
The Federal Government has announced a new back-of-the-napkin potential policy called Solar Sharer which won't work!
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.
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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 Sizzle GR101 Indoor Grill and Flat Plate – an indoor BBQ (review)
November 12, 2025
Ray Shaw
Ninja Sizzle GR101 Indoor Grill and Flat Plate – an indoor BBQ (review)
The Ninja Sizzle GR101 Indoor Grill comes with both a grill and a flat plate, which gives it lots of flexibility. It is really an indoor BBQ...
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...
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Consumer Advice

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

Evading the social media ban: Under-16s have lots of tools
12 hours ago
Ray Shaw
Evading the social media ban: Under-16s have lots of tools
Apparently, there are already ways of evading the social media ban, and some are extremely easy.
How to Stay Safe Against Scams Online
November 12, 2025
Staff Writers
How to Stay Safe Against Scams Online
Online scams are everywhere — from fake text messages to phishing emails. Learning how to stay safe against scams is essential for protectin...
Microsoft 365 with Copilot: Refunds available for forcing AI on us
November 7, 2025
Ray Shaw
Microsoft 365 with Copilot: Refunds available for forcing AI on us
Microsoft 365 with Copilot users who were forced to accept higher prices for its AI Copilot version may be eligible for a refund.
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 ...
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Health and Environment

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

Reviews
Shark NeverChange5 Air Purifier HP150ANZ: Perfect for bedrooms (review)
3 days ago
Ray Shaw
Shark NeverChange5 Air Purifier HP150ANZ: Perfect for bedrooms (review)
Shark NeverChange5 Air Purifier claims you won’t have to replace the HEPA Filter for five years due to Shark's PureShield Anti-Allergen pre-...
Reviews
Nothing CMF Watch 3 Pro – At $179 expect Nothing (review)
November 5, 2025
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.
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Gadgets and Stuff

Smartwatches, rings, wearables, and cool stuff

Reviews
Uniden UH45 Max Series UHF-CB tranceiver – CB fun for the family  (review)
November 20, 2025
Ray Shaw
Uniden UH45 Max Series UHF-CB tranceiver – CB fun for the family  (review)
Uniden UH45 Max Series UHF-CB transceivers are fun, multicoloured walkie-talkies with a KID-Zone function best suited for the adventurous fa...
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.
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Other

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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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