Weekend Warrior: The Razer Iskur now comes with a fabric finish
If you're working from home or spend a bit of time gaming, the odds are you've got a decent computer chair. But is it decent or is it really good? Razer is one of the big names...
What’s in my bag? Phil’s 2022 gear cache
I’ve done this in the past, the last one in 2020 and have recently had a number of requests to update what I carry when I’m on the go. Typically I’ve got review devices onboard, as well as...
ROG Rapture GT-AX6000 Router review — Is a non-mesh router worth $799.00?
A good router is at the heart of every network, in the case of high level enterprise setups; potentially several of them. But for home use, that's overkill... We've looked at a number of low, mid and high end...
Review: Eufy Floodlight Cam 2 Pro Wired features 3000 lumens brightness and 360 degree...
I've been testing the Eufy Floodlight Cam 2 Pro for several months. On paper it offers a unique feature set of 360 degree pan and tilt camera, tuneable 3000 lumens LED array, AI-powered human detection and auto-tracking, no subscription...
BlueAnt XT100 Soundbar review — Delivering big without draining your wallet
My parents -- Fran and Pete, for those wanting names -- are retired, doing the grey nomad thing and living a relaxed lifestyle, although they claim they're busier now than when they were working. So there are a few...
Sensibo Elements is a great way to monitor your home air quality
Sensibo hardware is an excellent way to make your air conditioner smart. It gives you the capability to control and monitor your home aircon via app, or via your chosen smart assistant.
The Sensibo Elements takes that a step...
Reolink Duo 2 Camera review — Maximise your view with a single camera install
It's been a while since we had the opportunity to review anything new from Reolink, with the release of the Reolink Duo 2 in Australia, that changed. We've had one running for a few weeks now, and there are...
A Wyze home security kit that costs less than $500.00
Another opportunity to check out some hardware came up, and it was aimed at a slightly less technically inclined demographic. Wyze offered their new doorbell, Outdoor Cam V2 (out of interest with a kit - more on this later),...
Belkin’s battery boosting options just got a power up
What's more important than being connected these days? Part of that need we have is to stay connected as well, aside from fringe connectivity the biggest risk to that for most users is the battery. There are plenty of...
Sick of cleaning? Let a robot do it for you with the ECOVACS DEEBOT...
It seems that every single time Aldi has a sale on a product such as a robot vacuum they sell out so fast that many of us are unable to get one. Earlier this year the ECOVACS DEEBOT...
The Nest Audio one month later, has the shine worn off?
One thing that really leaps out to many users when using Google Home and Nest products is the sound disparity. Originally, the Google Home speakers weren't really intended as a playback medium but have become one. Clearly,...
Taubmans Coloursmith app makes choosing paint colours less painful
When you buy your first house and need to touch up the paint in some places you'll realise like I did recently that there is no such thing as "White".
There are so many brands of paint with many shades...
Amazon Australia finally sells Fire TV Stick 4K with Alexa voice remote
As rumoured in February Amazon Australia is finally selling the Fire TV Stick 4K as Fire TV Stick and the all-new Alexa Voice Remote. With Premium Video on Demand (PVOD) rising in popularity during COVID lockdown Amazon decided...
Weekend Warrior: Diablo II Resurrected is reopening the gates of hell this September
Being of an age, I've spent far too many hours on the Diablo games over the years. It was around 20 years ago (I can't believe that) when Diablo II sucked me in and kept me playing. ...
Blueant’s new X4 speaker is ready to help you party
Last year we saw Blueant step away from the stereotypical portable Bluetooth speaker, to a party speaker with the X5. This year, the company behind both have delivered a more portable party speaker: The Blueant X4.
The speaker weighs...