Martin Kovacs

Martin Kovacs is a freelance writer with experience covering the business, consumer technology and utilities sectors. Martin has written about a wide range of topics across both print and digital publications, including the manner in which industry continues to adapt and evolve amid the rollout of new technologies


Electricity Plans For Renters

Posted by November 12th 2018

Signing up for a fixed-term electricity contract might not be an option for renters, but there are a range of choices available that provide for flexibility.


The 5G Mobile Future: What can we expect?

Posted by August 23rd 2018

Firmly entrenched in the age of the smartphone, and amid the continued evolution of the Internet of Things (IoT), the fast-approaching rollout of 5G wireless networks is poised to usher in the next phase of …


Residential Battery Storage Explained

Posted by March 9th 2018

It may yet still be early days as far as the residential battery storage market is concerned, however 2018 is shaping to be a year of growth for the industry, as the technology continues to …


Samsung Galaxy S9 & S9 Plus Review

Posted by August 23rd 2018

Samsung has unveiled its latest flagship smartphones, the Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+, which will soon be finding their way onto retailer shelves, equipped with a range of camera-focused features, and with the emphasis firmly …


Keeping costs down with energy efficient appliances

Posted by September 13th 2018

The costs of running household appliances can quickly add up, however Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority (EECA) figures released towards the end of last year show that New Zealanders are benefiting by seeking out energy …


How to choose the right electricity tariff

Posted by August 30th 2018

As the electricity market evolves, households have increasing scope to match a tariff to their usage. This is how to choose the right tariff for you.


Proactive Power: How to manage an electricity account

Posted by February 1st 2018

It may be that you only give consideration to your electricity usage once your invoice arrives at the end of a billing period, however for customers willing to more proactively manage their account greater insight …



Smart Home Security Explained

Posted by September 18th 2020

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 …