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Hands-on reviews
Recently tested tech, gadgets and consumer gear.
JBL LIVE 780Nc noise-cancelling headphones
Priced at NZD $299, the over-ear set promises 80 hours of battery life and clearer audio for listeners wanting a better upgrade.
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Logitech G512 X Keyboard and G512 X Palm Rest
Swappable analogue switches and customisable lighting make this 98% wired board versatile, though the palm rest costs extra.
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Logitech Spotlight 2
Professionals who present regularly may find the premium remote worth the cost, with haptics, custom controls and 30 metres of range.
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Gamesir G7 Pro Tri-Mode Dragon's Dogma 2 Limited Edition game controller
Wireless play on PC and mobile is flexible, but Xbox users must stay wired if they want the Gamesir G7 Pro to work properly.
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Google Fitbit Air
At NZD $239, the screenless tracker offers accurate health monitoring and multi-day battery life for users seeking fewer distractions.
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SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Omni wireless gaming headset
Multi-device gamers get rare cross-platform freedom, swappable batteries and active noise cancelling, but the price sits at AUD $800.
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GoPro MISSION 1 series
Creators who need stronger low-light video and more flexible workflows may find GoPro's Mission 1 range a far better fit than older Hero models.
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JBL Boombox 4
Battery life, waterproofing and removable cells make this bass-heavy Bluetooth speaker more practical for outdoor listening, despite losing Wi-Fi.
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Gaming Reviews
The latest game verdicts, previews and playable tech.
Rhythm Paradise Groove (Switch 2)
Its one-button rhythm action makes Nintendo's latest party game easy for newcomers, though the NZD $74 price may put off some buyers.
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Star Fox (Switch 2)
Replay value and new battle modes soften concerns over a two-hour campaign in Nintendo's latest Star Fox remake for Switch 2.
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The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales (Switch 2)
Real-time combat and time-travel exploration set Square Enix's 2D-HD RPG apart from its turn-based peers, with boss fights the main snag.
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Dead or Alive 6 Last Round (Xbox Series X)
Better visuals, steadier frame rates and free DLC fighters make the re-release more appealing, though online play still suffers.
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Final Fantasy VII Rebirth (Switch 2)
Switch 2 players can finally play the acclaimed JRPG, though the port runs at 30fps and with noticeably softer visuals than on PS5.
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Rugrats: Retro Rewind Collection (Switch 2)
Outdated controls and pixelated visuals may frustrate newcomers, but the collection still offers seven nostalgic Rugrats games for fans.
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Directive 8020 (PlayStation 5)
A shift to more conventional survival horror may widen the audience, but it also slightly dilutes the series' branching, cinematic appeal.
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