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Hands-on Review: The Oppo A77 is an affordable alternative to iOS

The Oppo A77 offers an iPhone-like experience with Android flexibility for just NZD $500, making it an excellent budget-friendly alternative to iOS.

By James Fraser • 3 min read • Mon, 2nd Oct 2017

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What I love about the Corsair experience

After testing Corsair's Dark Core SE mouse and MM1000 mouse pad, their comfort, customisable features, and wireless charging capabilities truly impressed.

By James Fraser • 2 min read • Tue, 15th May 2018

Gaming

Hands-on Review: The ultimate Corsair experience

Corsair's latest product suite, including the K63 keyboard and Void Pro headset, offers an exceptional blend of comfort, customisation, and gaming performance.

By James Fraser • 3 min read • Tue, 15th May 2018

Gaming

Hands-on Review: Acer Switch 5

Acer's Switch 5 hybrid laptop, though pricey at USD $1600-$1800, offers solid performance for everyday tasks with its 1440p touchscreen and detachable keyboard.

By James Fraser • 3 min read • Mon, 12th Mar 2018

Gaming

Hands-on Review: Tile Sport GPS tracker

Tile Sport: Pocket-sized tracker at $3/mo ensures valuables are never lost, with robust community find feature.

By James Fraser • 3 min read • Thu, 11th Jan 2018

Gaming

Hands-on Review: Samsung Galaxy Note 8

The Samsung Galaxy Note 8 dazzles with its Infinity Display and smooth performance, but its premium features come at a steep price of USD $1,600.

By James Fraser • 3 min read • Tue, 12th Dec 2017

Gaming

Hands-on Review: The Nest product range

Nest's camera range dazzles with near-flawless 1080p video and seamless push notifications, but the hefty USD $800 price tag might deter the budget-conscious.

By James Fraser • 3 min read • Tue, 28th Nov 2017

Gaming

Hands-on Review: Swann Wireless Pan and Tilt Security Camera

Swann's Wireless Pan and Tilt Security Camera offers easy setup, Full HD quality, and robust night vision at a competitive price of USD $100.

By James Fraser • 2 min read • Tue, 31st Oct 2017

Gaming

Hands-on Review: Google Wi-Fi could be the ultimate Wi-Fi solution

Anyone can set it up, even with limited technical knowledge, as the app guides you through the process step-by-step...

By James Fraser • 3 min read • Mon, 18th Sep 2017

Gaming

Hands-on Review: Logitech BRIO 4k HDR webcam, fancy but expensive

This webcam has infrared facial recognition, allowing you to unlock your computer just by looking at the camera...

By James Fraser • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Jul 2017

Gaming

Hands-on Review: Kanex MultiSync travel keyboard

The Kanex MultiSync Bluetooth travel keyboard is a comfortable, slim, and portable travel keyboard that can sync with up to four simultaneous devices.

By James Fraser • 3 min read • Wed, 12th Apr 2017

Gaming

Hands-on Review: Lenovo Thinkpad X1 Carbon

Lenovo Thinkpad X1 Carbon: This featherlight Ultrabook blends portability with robust performance, ideal for on-the-go professionals.

By James Fraser • 3 min read • Fri, 31st Mar 2017

Gaming

Hands-on Review: Omna 180 camera

D-Link's Omna 180 Cam HD offers smooth video streaming and two-way audio, but falls short in overall performance, leaving some questioning its £300 price tag.

By James Fraser • 3 min read • Wed, 15th Mar 2017