Reviews

Finding a truly great 4K OLED gaming monitor has always meant accepting a painful premium price for basic features.  But Lenovo’s new Legion Pro 32UHD (32UD-10) finally breaks the cycle. It delivers elite performance, creator-grade colour accuracy, smart design choices, and next-generation gaming features—all at a price that feels surprisingly grounded for what you get….

I feel like everyone around me is beginning to adapt to robot vacuums for automated cleaning while at home and away, and I can definitely see why. I can’t believe I haven’t pulled the trigger on a robot vacuum just yet, but upon being allowed to review Roborock’s new Qrevo Curv 2 Flow, I’m glad…

A few years ago, when I was working at a men’s publication, we received a smart beer-maker that promised to streamline the process of home brewing. It wasn’t easy to use, signalling a tech category still finding its feet. The results were uneven, and the verdict was simple. Home-brewing machines were not quite there yet….

We recently reviewed Corsair’s Vanguard 96 Mechanical Gaming Keyboard, applauding it for its premium build quality, satisfying keys and general versatility. That being said, we would also like to mention up top that our review for the Vanguard Pro 96 Hall Effect Gaming Keyboard might draw similarities in certain areas, and while we don’t mean…

Gaming has arguably never been more accessible, across a range of portable and dedicated devices. While mobile gaming has been popular for a while now, the era of cloud and console quality gaming on the go is upon us, and we must prepare accordingly. Sure, you’ve got something like the Backbone One, which has been…

Dell’s UltraSharp series has long been a go-to for professionals chasing image quality, thoughtful ergonomics, and dependable build quality. The latest in that lineage, the U2725QE, continues that tradition. Not through total reinvention, but refinement. This current release takes lessons from Dell’s previous models and folds them into a cohesive, modern package. With smarter connectivity…

If you’ve ever tried setting up a wireless security camera only to find it barely clings to your home Wi-Fi signal, you’ll know how quickly excitement can turn into frustration. Swann’s new MaxRanger 4K Mini proposes a fix for that. A compact, battery-powered camera kit that ditches the usual home network setup in favour of…

As I’ve gotten older, I have found that I am actively looking for products that are designed for efficiency and comfort. I’ve changed my mouse, keyboard, and brought in additional accessories to make my working environment feel more comfortable. So when I was allowed to try out the Boulies EP460, I simply jumped at the…

Lightweight and powerful is a reasonable pitch for a vacuum that you can pick up for $400 in Australia. As with all leading home appliance and consumer technology categories, the biggest refinement is always in value as brands constantly chase the perfect balance between performance, design and price to address all ends of the market….

In this increasingly saturated market of gaming and mechanical keyboards alike, it becomes a little hard to pick which one might suit your needs best. Do you prefer clicky switches or softer linear ones? Do you need the numberpad on the side, or would you rather opt for a mini or 60% keyboard for more…

Nanoleaf have become a leader in the lighting game in recent years. Their products are innovative and easy to install. They have managed to pinpoint the perfect product for their customer base. Everyone knows the stylish Nanoleaf shapes and lines that adorn many Twitch streams. The company’s latest venture into floor lighting is just as…

It’s not often a power bank genuinely impresses me. Most are either too small to be useful or too bulky to be practical. But after putting Zyron’s new Powastellar 27,000mAh 140W PD3.1 Power Bank through its paces at PAX Aus 2025, I can confidently say this is the best power bank I’ve ever used —…

I must admit, it’s pretty easy to find a mouse that suits your needs in this current market. Be it additional controls, customisable settings and various ergonomic elements, we’re spoilt for choice. But beyond all this variety, I’ve certainly noticed the prevalence of lightweight mice popping up in the market in recent years. So why…

Alienware has never really been shy about spectacle. Their machines are often the centrepiece of any setup, not just because of the performance under the hood, but because they look like they’ve been stolen from the set of a sci-fi film. The new Alienware Area-51 (2025) doesn’t break that tradition. It’s massive, unapologetically bold, and…

We’ve had the pleasure of reviewing plenty of Turtle Beach headsets over the years, including the Turtle Beach Stealth 700 Headset (Gen 3), the Turtle Beach Stealth Pro, and the Turtle Beach Stealth 500. But this is the first time we’ve tried a wired headset with the Turtle Beach Recon 70. And after almost a…

I would say that I have spent about 40 hours every week over the last 5 or 6 years sitting in some type of desk/gaming chair, whether that be at work, my own personal office, or at my desktop to play games. So I think I’m pretty well-versed in understanding what makes a chair comfortable…

I’m at a point in my life where most people around me, including myself, are trying to find ways to switch off from the loud, incessant need to be on our phones. The other day, my best friend genuinely told me that she was looking into alternatives to being on her phone less and told…

Mixed flooring should always be a major consideration when buying a home vacuum. Always. With modern home design trending towards hard flooring, we’re now seeing a lot of wet-dry vacuum cleaners hit the market. Like all niche categories of tech, not all are equal, but Tineco has emerged as the clear market-leader here. Between our…

It’s arguably never been easier to stay connected while travelling overseas and abroad, but it’s also arguably never been more complicated. Sure, you can hang onto your existing SIMs and pay for international roaming or expensive data charges as you go, which is not always recommended, or buy a SIM as soon as you get…

Not every monitor needs to push bleeding-edge display tech to stand out. Alienware’s AW2525HM proves that going all-in on core performance (speed, colour, and comfort), can be more than enough. Designed for the competitive crowd but accessible to anyone chasing a high-refresh experience, this 25-inch Full HD panel delivers blistering speed, accurate colours, and a…

When it comes to home cleaning tech, we’re constantly asking for devices that are smarter, lighter, and less of a pain to maintain. Enter the Tineco Carpet One Cruiser, a sleek and intelligent carpet cleaner that might just make you rethink how often you deep-clean your floors (in my case, definitely not enough!). Retailing at…

SteelSeries has long been a staple in the gaming audio space, and the Arctis Nova 3X Wireless slots neatly into their growing Nova lineup as a feature-packed, affordable option for gamers seeking wireless freedom without breaking the bank. Priced at just A$199, it nestles between the entry-level wired Nova 1 and the premium Nova 5,…

If I’m being honest, I’m the type of person who uses technology until they are falling apart; to the point that the foam of my headphones is ripping through the seams and the Bluetooth connectivity drops in and out. So it’s safe to say that my current headphones have gotten the best use out of…

Finding a good portable speaker can be overwhelming with the number of options on the market. It can be so easy to fall back into buying the same brand that you’ve used once before, just out of pure convenience. But sometimes it’s worth stepping out of the comfort of what you know, with the Sprout…

In a market saturated with high-performance gaming monitors, Dell’s Alienware AW2725DM quietly enters the scene as a wallet-friendly option aimed at gamers who want solid specs without splurging on OLED or full HDR600-level features. I have had this monitor for a few weeks and been able to test everything from the PS5 Pro, a 4K…

Twelve South’s AirFly devices have been quite popular for a while now, providing users with various ways to connect their wireless audio devices in a range of situations, including flights, car rides and even gaming sessions. The AirFly Pro 2 doesn’t necessarily reinvent the formula in terms of what it’s providing most users, but it…

Air fryers really do feel like a dime a dozen these days and have easily become one of the more convenient ways to whip up some quick meals around the house, instead of relying on a conventional oven or oil-based deep fryer. Most of them set themselves apart with larger or smaller capacities, a range…

If you’ve been looking for a do-it-all laptop that feels at home in a lecture hall or remote work setting,  Dell’s 14 Plus 2-in-1 makes a strong case for itself. It’s a sleek, well-rounded machine that leans into modern AI integration without getting too far ahead of itself. With the addition of Intel’s new Core…

With the emergence and rapid adoption of hybrid work around the world, portability has become a non-negotiable requirement. Versatility is an essential requirement for working between a tight home setup, improvising on the go or just trying to avoid the busywork of multitasking on a single cramped laptop screen. For this reason alone, having a…

Motorola is quietly making waves again in the mid-range smartphone market, and the Edge 60 Fusion is proof that you don’t need to fork out a fortune for a premium experience. Arriving a year after the well-received Edge 50 Fusion, this update keeps the stylish design but packs in some hefty upgrades, without bumping up…