How to Keep Your Identity Safe Online

The rise of social media and our increasingly large online footprints have made it easier than ever to share our lives with friends, family and the world. But as a consequence, our personal information is easier to harvest, and the implications more significant. For example, with the right information, someone can easily sign up for … Continued

Comparing Power Bills: The Steps You Can Take To Save

It could be simply that you’re on an inappropriate tariff. Or it may be that other retailers have better deals on offer, more suited to your household’s usage. Whatever the reason, you don’t have to keep overpaying for your power. And the good news is that it can be pretty quick to dive into your … Continued

Compare Power Companies: 5 Things To Consider

When you compare power companies, it’s important to consider more than just price. Instead, it’s best to consider the whole package offered by a provider. For while cost is hugely important, you also need great customer service and support when needed. You might also prefer a power company that focuses on renewable energy, or one … Continued

How Safe Is Public Wi-Fi?

Public wi-fi is a godsend for those tight on data. It keeps us somewhat entertained when our flight is delayed, and it provides a change of scenery for those looking to study at a coffee shop and not the coffee table. It can also save us when our data runs out before you’ve mapped yourself … Continued

5G Mobile Broadband: Is Now the Time To Sign Up?

There’s long been a good deal of hype around 5G mobile broadband’s potential. A significantly enhanced network capacity, lower latency and, of course, super-fast download speeds. What’s not to love? At the same time, 5G-capable devices, including a growing range of new-release smartphones, are now regularly arriving to market. But before you rush out to … Continued

Xbox Game Pass: Everything You Need To Know

What is Xbox Game Pass? Xbox Game Pass is a monthly subscription service. Depending on the level of membership you select, it offers benefits such as online multiplayer, free monthly games, exclusive benefits and discounts. Plus the option to play across both Xbox consoles and PC. There are two levels of Game Pass: Game Pass: … Continued

Power Surge Protectors: What Are They and Do I Need One?

What is a surge protector? A power surge protector is an electrical socket that sits between your wall socket and the plug on an appliance or device. By plugging the surge protector into your wall socket, and then your device into the surge protector, you protect the device from any power surges that occur. Commonly, … Continued

Need for Speed: How to Choose a High-Speed UFB Broadband Plan

Internet speeds have come a long way in recent years. Fibre-to-the-home is now the go-to for most of us. And, in recent times, it’s kicked it up a notch with UFB plans galore. However, it may well be that your household doesn’t require top-of-the-line, blisteringly fast broadband. So, how can you settle on the right … Continued

Best Smartwatches NZ

Smartwatches have been around for a while now. Early Fitbit models dropped way back in 2009, and the first Apple Watch back in 2015. But for many, they’ve long felt like an unnecessary device. Basic models didn’t do much but track your heart rate, and more high end ones do what your phone can already … Continued

Questions to Ask When Switching Power Plans

When choosing a new power plan, don’t get sucked in by flash freebies, or fail to properly research if a plan is right for you and your power usage. Canstar Blue looks at the key questions to ask when choosing a new power plan. Choosing a power plan: what type of power user are you? … Continued