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Phones

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

Announcements
Apple iPhone 17 series – a quick, no-hype guide
6 days ago
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.
Reviews
Motorola G86 Power 5G: $499 Fantastic value and almost class-leading everything
August 21, 2025
Ray Shaw
Motorola G86 Power 5G: $499 Fantastic value and almost class-leading everything
The Motorola G86 Power 5G has superior features in its class, offering a decent amount of power, a huge battery, 10-bit pOLED, and a qualit...
Announcements
OPPO Lunar Eclipse Photography: Capture the Night Sky with Ease
August 19, 2025
Staff Writers
OPPO Lunar Eclipse Photography: Capture the Night Sky with Ease
World Photography Day is here, and it’s the perfect reminder that great photos don’t need a pro camera. With the total lunar eclipse on Sept...
OPPO A5 series – now more choices
July 31, 2025
Ray Shaw
OPPO A5 series – now more choices
The OPPO A5 series has expanded to cover four variants, including two 5G and two 4G models, the latter using Qualcomm SD  6S Gen 1, which en...
Google Pixel 6a battery issues: All Pixel owners need to know
July 29, 2025
Ray Shaw
Google Pixel 6a battery issues: All Pixel owners need to know
Google Pixel 6a battery issues could lead to a fire. A new mandatory firmware update addresses that and updates to Android 16.
Reviews
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 – big step forward (review)
July 27, 2025
Ray Shaw
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 – big step forward (review)
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 represents a big step forward from the Fold6, addressing many of the issues that the public has been calling for.
Announcements
Motorola Mid-Range 5G Phones Launch in Australia
July 24, 2025
Staff Writers
Motorola Mid-Range 5G Phones Launch in Australia
Motorola has launched two new devices in Australia that prove you don’t need to spend big for a great smartphone. The moto g86 power 5G and ...
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AV

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

Dolby Vision 2 – the next bombshell in the TV format wars
3 days ago
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.
Reviews
Hisense HT Saturn 720W 4.1.2 Dolby Atmos home theatre system (review)
August 1, 2025
Ray Shaw
Hisense HT Saturn 720W 4.1.2 Dolby Atmos home theatre system (review)
The Hisense HT Saturn 720W 4.1.2 Dolby Atmos home theatre system is different – it is not a sound bar.
Guides
How to buy a soundbar that meets your needs? (2025 update guide)
August 1, 2025
Ray Shaw
How to buy a soundbar that meets your needs? (2025 update guide)
How to buy a soundbar tells you all you need to buy the one for you. It covers from $299 to thousands of dollars. Better sound starts here.
Guides
Five tips for better TV sound – Dolby Atmos for beginners (2025 update guide)
August 1, 2025
Ray Shaw
Five tips for better TV sound – Dolby Atmos for beginners (2025 update guide)
Five tips for better TV sound demystifies the sales hype telling you to get a Dolby Atmos soundbar. There are lots of lower-cost options.
Reviews
Hisense U6QAU Pro – affordable mini-LED (review)
August 1, 2025
Ray Shaw
Hisense U6QAU Pro – affordable mini-LED (review)
The Hisense U6QAU Pro is its entry-level affordable mini-LED that offers a decent viewing experience for free-to-air and digital streaming.
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Smart Home

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

Free NBN Speed upgrade has arrived, but you’re not getting it
7 hours ago
Ray Shaw
Free NBN Speed upgrade has arrived, but you’re not getting it
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.
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...
Faster NBN speeds are coming – can your router handle it?
July 19, 2025
Ray Shaw
Faster NBN speeds are coming – can your router handle it?
Faster NBN speeds are coming for FTTP and HFC users at no extra cost in September. 99.9% of the time, you won’t need a new router.
Enable IPv6 to transform your internet speed and reliability
July 18, 2025
Ray Shaw
Enable IPv6 to transform your internet speed and reliability
If you enable IPv6, a feature now available in most modern routers, you can avoid the lag and speed issues associated with IPv4 and CGNAT. I...
Reviews
Cudy M3600 Wi-Fi 7 dual-band BE3600 mesh router – new economical brand (review)
July 12, 2025
Ray Shaw
Cudy M3600 Wi-Fi 7 dual-band BE3600 mesh router – new economical brand (review)
The Cudy M3600 Wi-Fi 7 dual-band BE3600 mesh router saves money by utilising all Wi-Fi 7 ‘go-fast’ protocols, but it only uses the 2.4 and 5...
Reviews
TP-Link Deco BE25 Wi-Fi 7 BE5000 mesh on a budget (review)
July 11, 2025
Ray Shaw
TP-Link Deco BE25 Wi-Fi 7 BE5000 mesh on a budget (review)
TP-Link Deco BE25 Wi-Fi 7 mesh on a budget, utilising Wi-Fi 7 smarts, but only offers dual-band support at 2.4 and 5 GHz.
Don’t rush in for new faster NBN plans
July 8, 2025
Ray Shaw
Don’t rush in for new faster NBN plans
NBN is behind the rash of new faster NBN plans which you should get for no extra cost in September.
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Computer

Computers, laptops, monitors, storage, and computer accessories

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...
Announcements
Zenbook A14 Copilot+ Laptop: Built for Creators
May 27, 2025
Staff Writers
Zenbook A14 Copilot+ Laptop: Built for Creators
The Zenbook A14 Copilot+ laptop is built for creators. Whether you edit videos, sketch concepts, or write content, it keeps up—fast. Jumping...
Announcements
Zenbook A14 Lightweight Laptop Built for Life on the Go
May 27, 2025
Staff Writers
Zenbook A14 Lightweight Laptop Built for Life on the Go
The Zenbook A14 lightweight laptop is built for life on the move. Weighing under 1kg, it’s light enough to slip into any bag. This is true p...
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Cleaning

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

Reviews
Tineco S9 Artist Pro power mop and steam option. Style and power (review)
2 days ago
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.
Reviews
Eufy Omni S2: Robovac with a roller mop exceeds clean (review)
September 8, 2025
Ray Shaw
Eufy Omni S2: Robovac with a roller mop exceeds clean (review)
The Eufy Omni S2 is a new generation of robovac with a roller mop that exceeds previous clean concepts. Does it clean that much better? You ...
Announcements
Eufy MarsWalker takes the S2 robovac to greater heights
September 5, 2025
Ray Shaw
Eufy MarsWalker takes the S2 robovac to greater heights
The Eufy MarsWalker is a floor-climbing carrier for its new Eufy Omni S2, solving the issue of robovac cleaning on multi-level homes.
Is your robovac camera spying? No!
September 5, 2025
Ray Shaw
Is your robovac camera spying? No!
Is your robovac camera spying? Sensationalist media have reported that some Chinese-made robovac with cameras are spying on you. It is a med...
Reviews
ECOVACS DEEBOT X11 OmniCyclone robot vac/roller mop adds more innovations (first look)
September 4, 2025
Ray Shaw
ECOVACS DEEBOT X11 OmniCyclone robot vac/roller mop adds more innovations (first look)
The new ECOVACS DEEBOT X11 OmniCyclone robot vac/roller mop has added even more innovations to the burgeoning robot vac/roller mop design.
Announcements
Tineco Smart Cleaning Innovations Debut at IFA 2025
September 4, 2025
Staff Writers
Tineco Smart Cleaning Innovations Debut at IFA 2025
Tineco smart cleaning innovations will showcase its latest range at IFA 2025 in Berlin. The world’s biggest home and tech event runs from Se...
Reviews
Eufy Omni S2 – takes robot vacuum/mops far beyond the next level (first look)
September 4, 2025
Ray Shaw
Eufy Omni S2 – takes robot vacuum/mops far beyond the next level (first look)
The Eufy Omni S2 has taken robot vacuum/mop technology well past all current offerings and produced what may be the best of 2025.
Roborock Q7 BF+ – Low-cost robovac/mop (first look)
September 3, 2025
Ray Shaw
Roborock Q7 BF+ – Low-cost robovac/mop (first look)
The Roborock Q7 BF+ is a low-cost, robovac and platen mop perfect for small apartments.
Roborock F25 RT power mop – entry-level with few compromises (first look)
September 3, 2025
Ray Shaw
Roborock F25 RT power mop – entry-level with few compromises (first look)
The Roborock F25 RT power mop is coming in October, so details are scant. Our task is to compare it to the excellent R25 ACE – value versus ...
Roborock H60 Hub Ultra cordless stick vac (first look)
September 3, 2025
Ray Shaw
Roborock H60 Hub Ultra cordless stick vac (first look)
The Roborock H60 Hub Ultra cordless stick vac has 210 Air Watts suction and advanced vacuum features. It will be here in September.
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Security

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

Announcements
Father’s Day Arlo Security Cameras: Smarter Gifts for Dad
September 5, 2025
Staff Writers
Father’s Day Arlo Security Cameras: Smarter Gifts for Dad
This Father’s Day, go beyond socks and mugs. Give Dad smarter protection with Father’s Day Arlo security cameras. Built for every kind of da...
Gmail hack – 2.5 billion compromised accounts. Act now
August 24, 2025
Ray Shaw
Gmail hack – 2.5 billion compromised accounts. Act now
A recent Gmail hack has left 2.5 billion Gmail and Google Cloud user names exposed, but not passwords. Those with Multi-factor authenticati...
Vishing (AI voice cloning) is the latest deep-fake scam
August 20, 2025
Ray Shaw
Vishing (AI voice cloning) is the latest deep-fake scam
t can take as little as 10 seconds for AI to construct a convincing voice - vishing - gathered from your online videos, or simply a phone ca...
iiNet data breach: over 280,000 customers’ data exposed
August 19, 2025
Ray Shaw
iiNet data breach: over 280,000 customers’ data exposed
The iiNet data breach has exposed over 280,000 customers. Fortunately, it was their order management system and did not have financial detai...
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...
Telstra Email Scam: How It Works, Evolves, and How to Recover
August 1, 2025
Staff Writers
Telstra Email Scam: How It Works, Evolves, and How to Recover
The Telstra email scam has become one of the largest scams affecting Telstra customers. Since 2023, when Telstra switched to its latest emai...
Online Scams in Australia: 1 in 4 Aussies Fall Victim as Mobile Use Grows
July 31, 2025
Staff Writers
Online Scams in Australia: 1 in 4 Aussies Fall Victim as Mobile Use Grows
Online scams in Australia are a growing threat. New research from Trend Micro shows that 1 in 4 Australians have fallen for a scam. Even wor...
Qantas hack – the truth emerges, but it is not from Qantas
July 23, 2025
Ray Shaw
Qantas hack – the truth emerges, but it is not from Qantas
All we knew about the Qantas hack was what it told us. And that was very far from what actually happened.
Qantas does not get it: 6 million live under constant threat of ID theft and scams
July 19, 2025
Ray Shaw
Qantas does not get it: 6 million live under constant threat of ID theft and scams
Qantas does not get it. It deserves to be really punished for the 6 million poor souls that now live under the cloud of ID theft or being sc...
Announcements
Home Security for Seniors with Arlo
July 15, 2025
Roan Yboa
Home Security for Seniors with Arlo
As more Australians choose to age at home, safety and peace of mind become even more important. Living alone can bring real risks, from intr...
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Off-Grid

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

Reviews
Anker Solix C300 – the baby-sized 300W/288Wh portable power station (review)
6 days ago
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)
6 days ago
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,...
Sun tax and rooftop solar feed-in tariffs to reduce again
July 9, 2025
Ray Shaw
Sun tax and rooftop solar feed-in tariffs to reduce again
A new ‘sun tax’ on rooftop solar energy production and a reduction in feed-in tariffs apply from 1 July.
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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)
1 day ago
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.
6 hours ago
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

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,
Announcements
Samsung Galaxy Ring Expands Sizes and Enhanced Sleep Features
January 14, 2025
Staff Writers
Samsung Galaxy Ring Expands Sizes and Enhanced Sleep Features
Samsung Galaxy Ring now offers more size options, ranging from 5 to 15, with two new larger sizes (14 and 15). Starting January 23, you can ...
Reviews
Andatech GT breathalyser – don’t blow it (review)
January 8, 2025
Ray Shaw
Andatech GT breathalyser – don’t blow it (review)
The Andatech GT breathalyser is a small keyring-sized breathalyser that gives you no excuse for DUI after a drink or three.
Guides
Air Purifiers – breathe easy this spring (2024 update guide)
November 1, 2024
Ray Shaw
Air Purifiers – breathe easy this spring (2024 update guide)
Most Air Purifiers doe a fine job removing enough dust and pollen. Some go several steps further removing noxious gas etc.
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Gadgets and Stuff

Smartwatches, rings, wearables, and cool stuff

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.
Reviews
Samsung Galaxy Ring – a week of interesting observations (wearable review)
November 7, 2024
Ray Shaw
Samsung Galaxy Ring – a week of interesting observations (wearable review)
The Samsung Galaxy Ring is a health tracker – at least those things you can fit into a ring. We discover its good and not so good points.
Reviews
Google Pixel Watch 3 – the heartbeat is strong (wearable review)
October 28, 2024
Ray Shaw
Google Pixel Watch 3 – the heartbeat is strong (wearable review)
The Google Pixel Watch 3 is its third generation of smartwatches, adding a new brighter 45mm size to the standard 41mm
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Other

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

Announcements
Samsung at IFA 2025: AI Home and Smarter Living
4 days ago
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...
Announcements
TCL at CES 2025: NXTPAPER 4.0 and Smarter Connected Devices
January 13, 2025
Staff Writers
TCL at CES 2025: NXTPAPER 4.0 and Smarter Connected Devices
TCL is making waves at CES 2025 with its latest innovations. The highlight is TCL NXTPAPER 4.0, a display technology designed for eye comfor...
Videos
TCL 115-Inch QM7K: The Ultimate QD-Mini LED TV
January 13, 2025
Staff Writers
TCL 115-Inch QM7K: The Ultimate QD-Mini LED TV
The TCL 115-inch QM7K sets a new standard for home entertainment. With its massive 115-inch screen, this QD-Mini LED TV offers an immersive ...
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