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Hands-on Review: 128GB PNY Elite-X microSDXC Flash Card
Gaming

Hands-on Review: 128GB PNY Elite-X microSDXC Flash Card

PNY continues to liven up its product range with the Elite-X microSD card. We were sent the 128GB version to check out.

By Darren Price • 4 min read • Fri, 25th Mar 2022
Hands-on Review: WD Blue SN570 NVMe SSD
Gaming

Hands-on Review: WD Blue SN570 NVMe SSD

Western Digital has released a fast PCIe Gen3 x4 NVMe solid-state drive for the more budget-conscious regular user with the WD Blue SN570.

By Darren Price • 4 min read • Wed, 16th Mar 2022
Lenovo announces new additions to Thinkpad portfolio
Endpoint Protection

Lenovo announces new additions to Thinkpad portfolio

In the latest addition to the Thinkpad portfolio, Lenovo has announced the X13 and X13 Yoga Gen 3, plus refreshed third-generation ThinkPad L series laptops.

By Mitchell Hageman • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Mar 2022
Hands-on Review: Norton360 for Gamers
Gaming

Hands-on Review: Norton360 for Gamers

Norton360 for Gamers: Is the premium subscription worth the price? This review covers its features, performance, and value for money.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 4 min read • Mon, 14th Mar 2022
Game review: OlliOlli World (PC)
Gaming

Game review: OlliOlli World (PC)

OlliOlli World is a visually stunning skateboarding game that combines retro gameplay with a unique art style.

By Darren Price • 3 min read • Tue, 8th Mar 2022
Game Preview: Tiny Tina's Wonderlands (PC)
Gaming

Game Preview: Tiny Tina's Wonderlands (PC)

We were fortunate to get access to a hands-on preview of 2K Games' upcoming Borderlands spin-off, Tiny Tina's Wonderlands.

By Darren Price • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Mar 2022
PNY launches XLR8 gaming DDR5 memory in Australia and New Zealand
Gaming

PNY launches XLR8 gaming DDR5 memory in Australia and New Zealand

PNY Technologies is making a push into local markets by launching its XLR8 Gaming and Performance DDR5 Desktop Memory into Australia and New Zealand.

By Darren Price • 3 min read • Wed, 2nd Mar 2022
Game review: Chorus (PC/PS5)
Gaming

Game review: Chorus (PC/PS5)

Chorus is a narrative space shooter set in an interesting almost open world. The game centres around Nora, the pilot of an AI starship called Forsaken.

By Darren Price • 4 min read • Mon, 21st Feb 2022
Game review: Dying Light 2: Stay Human (PC)
Gaming

Game review: Dying Light 2: Stay Human (PC)

Techland's long-awaited sequel to their 2015 zombie-killing parkour role-playing game, Dying Light 2: Stay Human, is now available.

By Darren Price • 7 min read • Mon, 21st Feb 2022
Hands-on Review: Intel 12th-Gen Core i9-12900K and Core i5-12600K CPU
Gaming

Hands-on Review: Intel 12th-Gen Core i9-12900K and Core i5-12600K CPU

After what seems like only a few short months since the last iteration, Intel has launched the 12th generation of its desktop CPUs.

By Darren Price • 7 min read • Mon, 17th Jan 2022
What is network optimisation and why is it so important?
Network Infrastructure

What is network optimisation and why is it so important?

Network optimization is crucial for businesses in the digital age, enhancing security, productivity, and customer experience.

By George Tsoukakis • 8 min read • Fri, 17th Dec 2021
PNY announces the launch of XLR8 M.2 NVMe Gen4x4 SSD and PNY XLR8 PlayStation 5 SSD Heatsink
Gaming

PNY announces the launch of XLR8 M.2 NVMe Gen4x4 SSD and PNY XLR8 PlayStation 5 SSD Heatsink

PNY has launched the XLR8 PS5 SSD Heatsink, allowing their M.2 NVMe Gen4x4 SSDs to be used as ultra-fast storage upgrades for Sony's PlayStation 5.

By Darren Price • 3 min read • Wed, 15th Dec 2021
Hands-on Review: Satechi Trio Wireless Charger & Satechi Slim X3 Bluetooth Backlit Keyboard
Gaming

Hands-on Review: Satechi Trio Wireless Charger & Satechi Slim X3 Bluetooth Backlit Keyboard

Satechi's Trio Wireless Charging Pad and Slim X3 Bluetooth Keyboard offer sleek and efficient solutions for charging and working with multiple devices.

By Owen McCarthy • 5 min read • Fri, 10th Dec 2021
M1 Pro and M1 Max: Apple's most powerful chips ever
Semiconductors

M1 Pro and M1 Max: Apple's most powerful chips ever

Scaling up M1's architecture, M1 Pro offers a performance with industry-leading power efficiency, while M1 Max takes these capabilities to new heights.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 20th Oct 2021
Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Who is Dynabook?
Customer Experience

Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Who is Dynabook?

TechDay's 10 Minute IT Jams: Matt Tumminello, Product Marketing Manager for Dynabook ANZ, discusses the rebranding of Toshiba to Dynabook and more.

By Nick Forrester • 5 min read • Thu, 8th Apr 2021
Apple unveils major update to its 27-inch iMac
Apple

Apple unveils major update to its 27-inch iMac

Apple unveils a major update to its 27-inch iMac, featuring faster processors, double the memory capacity, and improved graphics.

By Shannon Williams • 7 min read • Thu, 6th Aug 2020
Fujitsu unveils 14 new models of enterprise notebooks, tablets and workstations optimised for remote working
Hybrid & Remote Work

Fujitsu unveils 14 new models of enterprise notebooks, tablets and workstations optimised for remote working

Fujitsu has launched 14 new enterprise notebooks, tablets, and workstations designed for remote working, featuring the latest CPUs and OS updates.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 28th May 2020
Kiwis put off major purchases over COVID-19 financial stress
Computers

Kiwis put off major purchases over COVID-19 financial stress

In response to concerns of the pandemic, Kiwis will put off major purchases, including personal devices and computers.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 8th Apr 2020