Reviews

The Nanoleaf Matter Smart Multicolour Floor Lamp feels like an essential living room addition

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…

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The Zyron Powastellar 27000mAh 140W Power Bank is one of the best options money can buy

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 —…

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The Corsair Sabre V2 Pro Ultralight Wireless gaming mouse lives up to its name

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…

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The Alienware Area-51 (2025) gaming PC is a colossus of speed and power

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…

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The Turtle Beach Recon 70 Headset is one of the most affordable and high quality options available

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…

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The Boulies Master Max Series is the ultimate gaming chair for long lasting comfort

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…

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The BOOX Note Max is a great note taker and tool for organising, but still has some ways to go

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…

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Tineco Floor One S9 Artist Pro: Make cleaning fun again

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…

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Review: Is Simify eSIM a reliable option for travelling abroad? And how do you use it?

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…

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Alienware’s 25-inch 320Hz gaming monitor nails the fundamentals (and then some)

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…

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The Tineco Carpet One Cruiser makes for a smarter, easier way to clean your carpets

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…

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The SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3X Wireless gaming headset is a solid mid-tier contender

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,…

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The Sprout Harmonic 4.0 Bluetooth Headphones are a high quality alternative to the ones in the market with a lower price tag

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…

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The Sprout Soundwave Bluetooth Speaker maintains a deep and rich sound, despite its size

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…

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The Alienware AW2725DM gaming monitor is a budget-friendly option with premium features

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…

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The Twelve South AirFly Pro 2 serves as another travel essential

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…

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The Tefal Easy Fry Silence 5L Air Fryer is a solid, quieter everyday option

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…

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The Dell 14 Plus 2-in-1 serves as a daily driver with a touch of tomorrow

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…

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The Dell Pro 14 Plus Portable Monitor (P1425) is a practical second screen for productivity on the move

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…

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The Motorola Edge 60 Fusion provides a premium experience without the premium price

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…

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The Oclean W10 Water Flosser is a great alternative to flossing, but it’s not without its flaws

I don’t know what it is about flossing that makes it feel like such a tedious task for me. I know that I have to do it, and I do every day, but if I’m being honest, it feels time-consuming and can sometimes be a bit messy. I knew that water flossers have been in…

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The Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller is another solid iteration on a classic

I must say, the Nintendo Switch got it right with the original Pro Controller. Maybe it was the uncomfortable Joy-Cons, which were way too small, but after begging for an alternative, the Pro Controller brought the goods. The Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller feels like Nintendo understood what we were already happy with. With a…

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The Nintendo Switch 2 Camera has its flaws, but serves its purpose

We recently reviewed the Nintendo Switch 2 and thought it would be a good idea to include this in our main review, as one comprehensive article that covers all accessories. But given that the Nintendo Switch 2 Camera doesn’t come with the console, we feel it deserves its own review. The Nintendo Switch 2 Camera…

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The Nintendo Switch 2 feels like the evolution we’ve been waiting for

It’s hard to believe the original Nintendo Switch was released back in 2017. It’s a true testament to that console that it lasted this long and remained popular practically until the release of the Nintendo Switch 2. That being said, this new console, while pushing the platform forward in terms of its outright grunt, also…

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The OPPO A5 Pro 5G falters in places, but still provides some decent value

OPPO is no stranger to a wide variety of entry-level, mid-range, and even premium phones for various users and budgets. Their newest entry-level option, the A5 Pro 5G, proves to be a decent choice in certain areas. For A$399, you’re getting fantastic battery life, 45W SUPERVOOC fast charging, and plenty of software support for added…

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The Skullcandy Method 360 ANC earbuds provide fantastic audio quality on a budget

While Skullcandy have certainly been around for a while with a diverse range of headphones, earbuds, and everything in between, their newest pair of earbuds has taken a bit of a detour from the norm. Pairing up with Bose to deliver a new form of high-fidelity audio proves Skullcandy isn’t messing around this time, providing…

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Dell’s feature-packed 27-inch 4K monitor (S2725QC) punches well above its price point

Not every display needs to cost a fortune to feel premium, and Dell’s S2725QC is a perfect example of that philosophy in action. This 27-inch 4K monitor doesn’t reinvent the wheel, but then again, it doesn’t have to. Priced at A$449.90, it delivers a smart blend of sharp visuals, a high refresh rate, and USB-C…

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The Polaroid Flip is a charming modern film camera with a vintage feel

There is something so raw and beautiful about being able to capture and immortalise moments in time by taking a photo, particularly with film and instant cameras. You can’t retake the photo in hopes of recreating the same image, you can’t go back in time and preserve the feeling you had right then and there,…

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The Oclean AirPump A10 Water Flosser is a great portable option, even if its asking price is a little steep

Water flossers appear to be gaining popularity by the day. With a new era of technologically infused dental hygiene routines, the water flosser feels like the next logical step. After all, if your toothbrush is already vibrating or spinning to clean between the tougher crevices and gaps, why not make flossing a little easier too?…

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Is the Narwal Freo Z Ultra the ultimate robot vacuum right now?

It takes at least around 2500Pa of suction power to make a decent robot vacuum cleaner. That number comes after years of testing robot vacuum cleaners from big-name brands like Ecovacs, Dreame and Roborock. It’s the bare minimum if you want a robot vacuum that actually does what you want it to do. And yes,…

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