Ensuring your business’ electrical equipment has a good power factor will reduce your energy consumption and help prevent electrical damage. This article explains everything you need to know about power factor and power factor correction. What is a power factor? A power factor is an electrical engineering term used to describe how efficiently electrical power … Continued
A phone is an essential part of everyday life. But they can be expensive and knowing when to upgrade can be tough. In this article, Canstar Blue provides a guide to buying a new phone. Should I buy a new phone? Before you buy a new phone, it’s always sensible to ask yourself if you … Continued
How to buy in a retirement village In New Zealand there are four common legal titles used when buying into a retirement village: 1. Licence to occupy A license to occupy (LTO) is a legal paper that grants you permission to live in a unit within a retirement community. It’s important to note that having … Continued
Rooftop solar panels aren’t a great fit for every property. Some roofs can’t support their bulky design, or are positioned in a way that means they can’t be used. Other buildings can’t have solar panels fitted to them for heritage reasons. But there is an alternative solution that many people don’t know about: solar roof … Continued
In this guide, we break down the big differences between the iPhone 14 vs iPhone 15, and which phone’s features and price will be best for your needs. iPhone 15 vs 14 features and specs: Quick comparison iPhone 15 iPhone 14 Price From $1649 From $1449 Display 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR display with up to … Continued
How to choose the right retirement village 1. Assess your needs and preferences Start by evaluating your current and future needs. Consider factors such as location, lifestyle preferences, level of care required, recreational activities, healthcare facilities, and budget constraints. Determine whether you prefer an independent living community, assisted living facility, or a nursing home. 2. … Continued
Why do I need to clean my water bottle/travel mug? Cleaning your water bottle or travel mug regularly is essential for several reasons: Hygiene: bacteria, mould, and other microorganisms can accumulate in your water bottle or travel mug over time, especially if it’s not cleaned regularly. These can lead to unpleasant odours, tastes and even … Continued
This latest line-up of Galaxy A series phones offers extras not seen in the A series before, including more premium materials and security features. “With the Galaxy A series, we are expanding our latest technologies to a wider audience so that more people can benefit from them,” TM Roh, President and Head of Mobile Experience … Continued
What is a top fridge-freezer? A top fridge-freezer refers to a type of refrigerator-freezer unit where the freezer compartment is located at the top of the appliance, above the refrigerator compartment. In this design, the freezer typically occupies the entire width of the unit and is accessed by a door that opens from the top. … Continued
Charging a battery is a lot cheaper than paying for gas at the pump. But now that electric vehicle (EV) and plug-in hybrid (PHEV) owners have to pay Road User Charges (RUCs), how much cheaper is it to hit the road powered by electricity than old-fashioned gasoline? Canstar Blue compares the average running costs of … Continued