If you’re planning to make your mark in vlogging, having a capable camera set-up is a cornerstone of creating polished and professional-looking content. While you’ll want a camera that’s versatile, you’ll also need something suited to your own specific style, be it a stationary shooter or action camera. Getting this balance right is a key … Continued
Tech heavy hitter Google is a major player in the thriving smart home market, thanks to its ‘nest’ of smart devices. From audio and video streaming to around-the-clock security, the Nest line-up brings all sorts of smart technologies. With a smartphone or tablet in hand, you can tap into a range of features both at … Continued
A house with a million-dollar view is a dream many of us hope to achieve. Large clean windows soaking in the afternoon sun, overlooking the sea or mountains or a lush backyard. But even for less appealing views, clean windows are still a necessity. And for sparkling windows, you need a quality outdoor window cleaner … Continued
Gyms have become a staple of many Kiwis’ schedules. Whether we make a quick trip on a lunch break, endure a full session after work, or just sneak a guilty trip on the treadmill after an indulgent weekend, many of us hold a little plastic gym key in our wallets. But are we getting the … Continued
Sometimes servicing your car can seem like an expensive chore. If you’re facing everyday bills and costs, changing the filters on your car’s A/C won’t be a priority. But regularly car servicing is key to maximising the lifespan and efficiency of a vehicle. As a general rule of thumb, professional car servicing is recommended every … Continued
When Apple announced they were ridding their iPhones of the headphone jack, people were rightly upset. At that point in time, wired headphones were the norm, and ventures into the wireless frontier were still somewhat trivial. Fast forward a few years, and most of us have forgotten we ever used to rely on the headphone … Continued
Bills bills bills. They pile up and they don’t stop coming. So it’s easy to see the appeal of rolling your bills into one. And thankfully, you can. Well… for some of your bills anyway… Bundled utilities allow you to combine power with broadband and/or gas, to help make life a whole lot easier. By … Continued
Keeping track of a potpourri of passwords can be tedious and time-consuming if you don’t consolidate your online activities. Many websites and apps require you to create an account, meaning you may have numerous login details. For this reason, it can be handy to harness some digital help. And a password manager is a great … Continued
The name heat pump can be a little misleading, as they are as useful in summer as they are in winter. Heat pumps can keep you toasty, or cool, all year round through both heating and cooling. And for a great price, too. As heat pumps are the most energy efficient method of heating or … Continued
Too much storage is never enough! No matter how many shelves, cupboards or storage areas there are in your home, slowly but surely you always run out of spaces to pack away possessions. And the moment your home starts to resemble a self-storage unit, and not a home, it’s probably time to look into getting … Continued