Are you the problem? First things first, it pays to run an internet speed test. This will quickly tell you if the problem is your internet, or if it’s you. Or, at the very least, someone in your household. If the speed test reveals you are hitting the expected speeds, then the internet is unlikely … Continued
Kiwis love cars. In fact, we’re not far from having a car for every person in the country, regardless of if they can actually drive or not! So while we may be famous for having more sheep than people, cars may soon be on that list, too. But while a brand new set of wheels … Continued
Sometimes it feels like it’s impossible to keep up with everything we need to do: work, cooking, doing the laundry and cleaning the house. But, thankfully, smart devices are making everything in our life easier! With Zoom and a VPN we can work from home, air fryers can cook our dinner in a fraction of … Continued
A new Remote Users Scheme is offering $2000 to help get better broadband to your home. If it sounds like something you could use, read on to learn more. What is the Remote Users Scheme The Remote Users Scheme (RUS) is focused on increasing the availability of broadband connectivity in rural and remote New Zealand. … Continued
If you’re in the market for a new TV, you’ll no doubt have come across an abundance of acronyms designating various display type attributes. In tackling this at times tricky TV terminology, a good starting point will be to first get your head around some display basics before weighing up the broader pros and cons … Continued
DIY is a favourite pastime here in New Zealand. Long sunny weekends are spent drilling, sawing, sanding, painting, plumbing and more, all in an effort to get our homes looking their best. And home improvement stores are crucial to this. Not only do they provide convenient one-stop shops for all our home improvement needs, but … Continued
In the past, moving your broadband connection when moving house was a pain. More often than not you’d be waiting days, or even weeks, for a technician to come over and get things set up for you. Now, with a little pre-planning, you can (usually) do it yourself in a pinch, and be up and … Continued
Author: Emma Bradstock Apple is clearly at a point where it’s producing the best phones it currently can with the tech available, but each year’s iPhone release usually offers more incremental changes than major updates. That’s why it’s hard to review the iPhone 14 Pro. It’s a stunning phone, and offers some of the best … Continued
The latest gaming consoles have been notoriously difficult to get your hands on since releasing in 2020. And while it’s a little easier to get one now, they’re still not cheap. Especially as most retailers are packaging them in bundles that force you to spend extra on download codes for games, or extras like headphones. … Continued
In the following guide we’ll take a look at what portable air conditioners are and how they operate, what to keep in mind when weighing up if they’re a good option for your household and the various components to look out for. We’ll also run through the key features and pricing of a number of … Continued