Yahoo TV launches in New Zealand
Posted on 23-Jul-2015 15:09 News, Consumer Electronics
Yahoo New Zealand has announced the launch of Yahoo TV, offering Kiwis exclusive premieres, box sets and catch-up TV on demand, for free.
FishHunter makes it easier to fish with technology
Posted on 18-Jul-2015 17:15 News, Consumer Electronics
FishHunter is introducing a portable fish finder that fits in your pocket and uses an ultra high frequency transducer to tell anglers the water depth and bottom contour, water temperature and fish locations.
Semble adds Snapper to mobile wallet
Posted on 7-Jul-2015 13:20 News, Consumer Electronics
Kiwis can now enjoy the convenience of using public transport with only their smartphone, thanks to the addition of Snapper to the Semble mobile wallet app.
Constant Vigil Sentry Lite DC UPS Review
Posted on 1-Jul-2015 17:03 Reviews, Consumer Electronics, by timmmay
The Sentry Lite is designed to provide backup power to support an internet connection during a power cut, specifically providing power to homes using the new fibre internet being rolled out around New Zealand.
Freeview launches FreeviewPlus
Posted on 1-Jul-2015 10:38 News, Consumer Electronics
Freeview has launched a new digital TV platform designed to give New Zealanders easy access to on-demand video services on their TVs - FreeviewPlus.
Dyson DC65 Animal vacuum cleaner review
Posted on 14-Jun-2015 15:51 Reviews, Consumer Electronics
It is incredible the amount of dust our home accumulates. We have been using a Dyson vacuum cleaner for years but have never really tried an upright model, so the DC65 was a good surprise.
An umbrella you can't lose: Blunt + Tile
Posted on 4-Jun-2015 10:00 News, Consumer Electronics
The team at New Zealand’s BLUNT Umbrellas teamed up with Silicon Valley's Tile to create the Blunt + Tile umbrella – an umbrella that can be tracked when misplaced.
DLink DSL-2900 AL Viper review
Posted on 24-May-2015 18:21 Reviews, Consumer Electronics
The new DLink DSL-2900 AL Viper xDLS/UFB router is a step in the right direction: it brings a design created to enhance wireless connections while at the same time it introduces a modern user interface that is very simple to use and understand.
Logitech UE Megaboom wireless speaker review
Posted on 18-Apr-2015 11:25 Reviews, Consumer Electronics, by M Freitas
You are out and about with your smartphone and decided to throw a tailgate party. But the sound is tiny. Luckily, UE Megaboom is one heavy sound machine that can last a day long party.
Harman/Kardon Soho review
Posted on 31-Mar-2015 14:20 Reviews, Consumer Electronics, by M Freitas
I have been using the Harman/Kardon headphones for a few weeks now. It is a sleek, comfortable pair of headphones combining good performance and good looks.
Waterfield Bolt Briefcase review
Posted on 25-Mar-2015 16:18 Reviews, Consumer Electronics
The Waterfield Bolt Briefcase serves double purpose: you can use it as a carry-on bag or as a commuter bag. I have experienced this bag in both situations and it certainly does the job, while looking good.
Virtual Reality system Project Morpheus extends world of PlayStation4
Posted on 4-Mar-2015 17:57 News, Consumer Electronics
At the 2015 Game Developers Conference held in San Francisco, Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. unveiled the new prototype of "Project Morpheus" (Morpheus) - a virtual reality (VR) system that takes the PlayStation4 (PS4) system to the next level of immersion and demonstrates the future of gaming.
Huawei announces new smart wearable devices
Posted on 2-Mar-2015 20:38 News, Consumer Electronics
Huawei today unveiled a series of wearable devices including the Huawei Watch, TalkBand B2, and TalkBand N1 for consumers to stay connected, on the eve of Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2015.
SanDisk pushes the envelope with a 200GB microSD card
Posted on 2-Mar-2015 12:02 News, Consumer Electronics
SanDisk achieved this capacity breakthrough by leveraging the proprietary technology developed last year for the 128GB SanDisk Ultra microSDXC card, and creating a new design and production process that allows for more bits per die.
HTC Re camera review
Posted on 12-Feb-2015 13:26 Reviews, Consumer Electronics, by M Freitas
Ever felt that taking photos with your smartphone is kind of cumbersome? What about an easy to use camera that pairs with your smartphone but doesn't need it all the time?