Smart Appliances: What to consider before buying

Next time you purchase an appliance, you may well be presented with a number of options with “smart” features. What should you keep in mind?

Smart Home Security Explained

As the smart home continues to evolve amid the soaring growth of the Internet of Things, a range of smart home security devices and systems have been arriving to market, providing householders various functions, including the capacity to monitor residences from afar via a smart device. From home automation to smart lighting and smart appliances, … Continued

How small-scale solar give consumers more options

The increasing number of NZ households generating their electricity, along with the development of new technology, is leading to greater consumer choice.

The biometric scanners keeping your tech safe

From fingerprint to iris scanners, biometric verification is becoming an increasingly standard smartphone feature, utilised across a range of applications.

Car Safety: What does it actually mean?

When utilising a vehicle, oftentimes people focus on the purpose of the vehicle which is getting from Point A to Point B. Ultimately, the drive behind the purchase is to enhance your convenience for mobility. Of course, there are other aspects of a vehicle such as aesthetics and convenience that come to mind with a … Continued

P2P Electricity Trading Explained

Peer-to-peer electricity trading brings with it the potential to allow consumers to play a more proactive role in how they consume and sell electricity.

Fixed-Term Vs Flexible Electricity Contracts

Consumers weighing up whether to go with a fixed-term or flexible electricity contract should assess a range of factors in deciding which is the best option.

The search for cheap power in NZ

Consumers weighing up the offers of NZ power companies should consider a range of factors in determining which plan is best suited for their usage.

How to stay cool and keep energy costs down

The warmer weather brings with it the potential for a spike in power usage, however a number of steps can be taken to keep costs down while keeping cool.

Virtual, augmented and mixed reality explained

Virtual reality, augmented reality and mixed reality technologies are arriving to market in their numbers. What are these technologies and how do they differ?