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Hands-on review: Philips Hue
Tue, 9th Dec 2014
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The boffins at Philips must’ve had their thinking caps on when they created the Hue lighting system, as Hue can do some pretty amazing things.
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Hands-on review: Sony Xperia Z3
Tue, 2nd Dec 2014
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smartphones
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Sony Xperia Z3 review: A sleek design, enhanced camera, and a battery that won't quit mark Sony's latest as a potent contender in the smartphone arena.
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Review: Epson WF3640 Multi-Function Printer
Thu, 13th Nov 2014
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Epson's new WF-3640, with cutting-edge PrecisionCore tech, promises laser-like speed and quality for small businesses.
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Review: Samsung Gear S
Wed, 12th Nov 2014
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Samsung's Gear S dazzles with its curved touchscreen and embedded 3G, redefining the smartwatch game. No phone required.
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Review: Samsung Galaxy Note 4
Mon, 10th Nov 2014
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Samsung Galaxy Note 4 delivers punchy performance and crystal-clear display but comes with a premium price tag.
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Review: Ollie
Thu, 6th Nov 2014
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Who’ve thought that a plastic doodad the size of a can of Pringles could move so damned fast or that it could be so much fun to drive?.
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Have Philips cracked LED lighting?
Mon, 3rd Nov 2014
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Philips might just have the solution to New Zealand's high electricity costs with their new LED bulb, mimicking incandescent light efficiently.
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Review: Sony Xperia E3
Mon, 3rd Nov 2014
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Sony returns to the budget smartphone market with the Xperia E3, a solidly built device with impressive features for its price.
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Review: Motorola Moto G (Second Generation)
Fri, 31st Oct 2014
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Moto G's 2nd Gen ups the budget smartphone game with guaranteed Android Lollipop upgrade, improved design, and solid performance at £299.
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SKY TV Announces Video on Demand Service
Tue, 28th Oct 2014
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SkyTV to launch ad-free VOD service NEON in December, offering HBO, AMC, FX shows like Game of Thrones. Includes 30-day trial, costs $20/month.
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Review: Brother MFC-J5720DW Multi-Function Printer
Wed, 22nd Oct 2014
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gaming
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Brother MFC-J5720DW, a lifesaver for NZ's small businesses, combines printing savviness with sleek design and cost efficiency.
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Greyhounds and Gadgets
Tue, 14th Oct 2014
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creative technologies
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gadgets
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photography
I rarely I get to combine reviews about the two things I'm most passionate about - my two greyhounds and gadgets.
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Behind the scenes secrets at Sky TV
Thu, 9th Oct 2014
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Step inside Sky TV's secret operations: From massive diesel generators to petabyte storage, get an exclusive look at what powers NZ's largest pay-TV.
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Review: Kaynex Sydnee
Fri, 3rd Oct 2014
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Kanex Sydnee review: A sleek solution to the family charging chaos, powering up 4 devices simultaneously and cutting down cable mess.
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Review: Kiwi hands on iPhone 6 plus
Wed, 1st Oct 2014
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smartphones
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apple
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gaming
Its attracted a fair bit of controversy. Much of this is thanks the post-launch Bend gate saga, but Apples XXL-sized iPhone, the 6+ has finally arrived.
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Review: Asus Memo Pad 7
Thu, 25th Sep 2014
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gaming
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mobility
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tablets & laptops
Asus Memo Pad 7 shines in the budget tablet market, boasting solid specs and user-friendly design at a wallet-friendly £249.
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iPhone owners warned of iOS 8 prank
Fri, 19th Sep 2014
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smartphones
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iPhone users beware: 'Apple Wave' hoax tricks users into microwaving their phones, risking destruction and danger.
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Review: Trend Micro Maximum Security 2015
Wed, 17th Sep 2014
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Trend Micro's Maximum Security 2015 simplifies cybersecurity, offering robust protection for up to 6 devices without compromising performance.
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Review: Asustor 604T NAS
Fri, 12th Sep 2014
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Who'd have thought that having a way of storing/retrieving data over your home network would become so critical for so many?.
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Apple Watch... Pros and Cons
Wed, 10th Sep 2014
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Apple's much anticipated Smart Watch was finally announced. We take a hard look at the pros and cons of the new device from Apple.
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Review: Huawei Ascend P7
Tue, 9th Sep 2014
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Huawei Ascend P7 dazzles with its slim design and premium feel, but its performance and battery life show room for improvement. #TechReview.