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Hands-on Review: Apple iPhone 16e: Balancing performance & affordability
Apple

Hands-on Review: Apple iPhone 16e: Balancing performance & affordability

Apple's new iPhone 16e offers a compelling blend of performance and affordability, priced at USD $599, making it an attractive option for users.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Sat, 8th Mar 2025
Alogic launches Ark Pro power bank with 27,600mAh capacity
Availability

Alogic launches Ark Pro power bank with 27,600mAh capacity

Alogic has unveiled the Ark Pro power bank, boasting a 27,600mAh capacity and 140W charging, perfect for high-performance users worldwide.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Tue, 11th Feb 2025
Hands-on Review: Apple's iPhone 16 provides bigger, better experience in every way
Digital Entertainment

Hands-on Review: Apple's iPhone 16 provides bigger, better experience in every way

Apple's life-changing new iPhone 16 Plus impresses users with its beautiful 6.7-inch display and standout battery life.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Fri, 13th Dec 2024
Hands-on Review: espresso Display 15 and Stand+
Displays

Hands-on Review: espresso Display 15 and Stand+

The espresso Display 15 offers a sleek, portable monitor solution with ergonomic enhancements and competitive pricing, ideal for professionals on the move.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Dec 2024
OWC unveils Thunderbolt 5 Hub with enhanced features
Productivity

OWC unveils Thunderbolt 5 Hub with enhanced features

Other World Computing has unveiled the OWC Thunderbolt 5 Hub, set to enhance connectivity for Macs and PCs, priced at USD $189.99.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Mon, 18th Nov 2024
Yubico launches YubiKey Bio Series for enhanced security
Multi-factor authentication

Yubico launches YubiKey Bio Series for enhanced security

Yubico has launched its YubiKey Bio Series - Multi-protocol Edition keys, enhancing phishing-resistant authentication for enterprises with biometric logins.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 13th Nov 2024
espresso Displays launches new portable monitor & stand
Displays

espresso Displays launches new portable monitor & stand

Sydney's Espresso Displays has unveiled the portable Espresso Display 15 and Stand+, enhancing ergonomics for travelling professionals.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 11th Nov 2024
Apple unveils iMac with M4 chip & Apple Intelligence
Gaming

Apple unveils iMac with M4 chip & Apple Intelligence

Apple has unveiled its latest iMac featuring the M4 chip and enhanced AI capabilities, promising stunning speeds and vibrant colour options.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 29th Oct 2024
Hands-on Review: XGIMI MoGo 2 Pro Smart Projector
Digital Entertainment

Hands-on Review: XGIMI MoGo 2 Pro Smart Projector

The XGIMI MoGo 2 Pro is a compact, powerful projector with Android TV, 1080P resolution, and outstanding dual 8W speakers, perfect for home entertainment.

By Imee Dequito • 5 min read • Thu, 29th Aug 2024
Hands-on Review: JBL Clip 5 Ultra Bluetooth Speaker
Digital Entertainment

Hands-on Review: JBL Clip 5 Ultra Bluetooth Speaker

The JBL Clip 5 Ultra is a game-changer in Bluetooth speakers, offering portability with its carabiner hook, waterproofing, and superior sound quality at an affordable NZD $99.99.

By Damian Seeto • 4 min read • Wed, 14th Aug 2024
Hands-on Review: Rakuten Kobo Clara Colour- Judge Your Books by Their Colours
Storage

Hands-on Review: Rakuten Kobo Clara Colour- Judge Your Books by Their Colours

Rakuten Kobo's new Clara Colour eReader brings book covers and illustrations to life with vibrant colours on its 6 E Ink Kaleido display.

By Owen McCarthy • 4 min read • Tue, 4th Jun 2024
Hands-on Review: Backbone One USB-C phone controller (2nd Generation)
Gaming

Hands-on Review: Backbone One USB-C phone controller (2nd Generation)

The 2nd generation Backbone One USB-C transforms Android phones into portable gaming consoles with a new design, improved stability, and low latency.

By Darren Price • 5 min read • Tue, 30th Apr 2024
Dell unveils eco-friendly P-series & S-series monitors
Gaming

Dell unveils eco-friendly P-series & S-series monitors

Dell Technologies launches new P-series and S-series monitors, designed to optimise work productivity and enhance entertainment experience, respectively, highlighting features such as improved resolution, smooth visuals, and eye comfort, while also committing to sustainability.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Wed, 13th Mar 2024
OWC launches 'fastest' Atlas USB4 CFexpress card reader in Japan
Windows

OWC launches 'fastest' Atlas USB4 CFexpress card reader in Japan

OWC launches the Atlas USB4 CFexpress Type B memory card reader, reported to be the sector's fastest, promising transfer speeds over 3300MB/s and improved user efficiency.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 1st Mar 2024

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Espresso reveals its new 15-inch portable 4K monitor
Displays

Espresso reveals its new 15-inch portable 4K monitor

Australian firm espresso Displays has unveiled its latest innovation, the espresso 15 Pro portable monitor catering to remote professionals.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Tue, 7th Jan 2025
BlueAnt unveils Pump X headphones with ANC & sweatproof
Digital Entertainment

BlueAnt unveils Pump X headphones with ANC & sweatproof

Australian audio company BlueAnt has launched the Pump X over-ear headphones, designed for fitness lovers and everyday users at AUD $299.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Dec 2024
Get ready to power beyond limits with the new BLUETTI AC240
Power / Energy

Get ready to power beyond limits with the new BLUETTI AC240

Revolutionising outdoor adventure with its water-resistant AC240 Portable Power Station, BLUETTI pushes past the confines of traditional power sources, surpassing its predecessor, the AC60.

By Tom Raynel • 4 min read • Tue, 19th Mar 2024