https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/lifestyle/technology/rss NZME Tue, 07 Apr 2026 10:11:14 Z en https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/lifestyle/technology/horl-3-sharpening-for-dummies/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/lifestyle/technology/horl-3-sharpening-for-dummies/ So here's the scenario; It's Christmas Day. We're hosting. It's been a long morning (and early afternoon) of present opening, eating, drinking and general merriment. Tue, 31 Mar 2026 00:10:15 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/lifestyle/technology/blink-outdoor-2kplus-small-upgrades-big-value/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/lifestyle/technology/blink-outdoor-2kplus-small-upgrades-big-value/ If  you've ever read any of my home security camera reviews, you'll know there are two things I come across all too often that really get my goat; Thu, 26 Mar 2026 23:29:20 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/lifestyle/technology/apple-iphone-17e-try-to-find-a-reason-not-to-buy-this-one/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/lifestyle/technology/apple-iphone-17e-try-to-find-a-reason-not-to-buy-this-one/ Don't you just love it when a tech brand brings out a cheaper version of their flagship product that essentially does all the same things? Wed, 25 Mar 2026 22:03:45 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/lifestyle/technology/dyson-spot-plus-scrub-ai-dyson-does-me-dirty/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/lifestyle/technology/dyson-spot-plus-scrub-ai-dyson-does-me-dirty/ Robot vacuums seem to be the "it" appliance right now - and it's hardly surprising. Tue, 24 Mar 2026 22:23:49 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/lifestyle/technology/samsung-galaxy-buds4-pro-heading-towards-the-earwear-singularity/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/lifestyle/technology/samsung-galaxy-buds4-pro-heading-towards-the-earwear-singularity/  Are you tired of my earbud mantra yet? Mon, 23 Mar 2026 21:27:17 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/lifestyle/technology/ecovacs-deebot-t90-pro-omni-so-fast-so-pro/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/lifestyle/technology/ecovacs-deebot-t90-pro-omni-so-fast-so-pro/ I've said it before but I still hold to it; robot vacuums are about the cleverest things ever invented. Thu, 19 Mar 2026 23:41:36 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/lifestyle/technology/samsung-galaxy-s26-ultra-and-samsung-galaxy-a17-5g-one-of-these-things-is-definitely-not-like-the-other/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/lifestyle/technology/samsung-galaxy-s26-ultra-and-samsung-galaxy-a17-5g-one-of-these-things-is-definitely-not-like-the-other/ My many years of tech reviewing has left me in the privileged position of being able to use most of the latest and greatest smartphones, pretty much from the moment they're launched - sometimes even before. Thu, 19 Mar 2026 01:06:51 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/lifestyle/technology/lg-ultragear-gx870a-32-inch-dual-mode-oled-gaming-monitor-big-beautiful-end-of-story/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/lifestyle/technology/lg-ultragear-gx870a-32-inch-dual-mode-oled-gaming-monitor-big-beautiful-end-of-story/ These days when discussing tech, we often ask ourselves the question, “Have we reached peak… (insert gadget name here)?” Tue, 17 Mar 2026 22:58:23 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/lifestyle/technology/earshots-magfit3-staying-put/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/lifestyle/technology/earshots-magfit3-staying-put/ When it comes to high-end wireless earbuds, there's not much to separate the options available. Sun, 15 Mar 2026 21:24:26 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/lifestyle/technology/philips-hue-twilight-sleep-and-wake-up-light-the-bedside-lamp-of-your-dreams/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/lifestyle/technology/philips-hue-twilight-sleep-and-wake-up-light-the-bedside-lamp-of-your-dreams/ So after reviewing, buying and installing my fair share of smart lighting solutions over the years, I can confidently say Philips Hue deserves its position as the most well regarded of them all. Tue, 10 Mar 2026 01:27:52 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/lifestyle/technology/jbl-tune-780nc-pretty-damn-premium/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/lifestyle/technology/jbl-tune-780nc-pretty-damn-premium/ You've seen them. Those cool people with their cool headphones. Whatever they're listening to, it doesn't matter, because they're flexing so hard, having spent many hundreds of dollars on a set of cans they could easily leave on the bus by mistake. Fri, 06 Mar 2026 00:03:46 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/lifestyle/technology/lenovo-yoga-pro-7i-gen-10-aura-edition-big-promises-delivered/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/lifestyle/technology/lenovo-yoga-pro-7i-gen-10-aura-edition-big-promises-delivered/ When in the market for a laptop, all too often we make the critical mistake of selecting the one that will get the job done TODAY - as opposed to the device that will perform just as well tomorrow, next month and next year too. Wed, 04 Mar 2026 23:36:40 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/lifestyle/technology/esr-magsafe-accessories-these-guys-offer-more-for-less/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/lifestyle/technology/esr-magsafe-accessories-these-guys-offer-more-for-less/ Although I've only been recently acquainted with the ESR range of Apple accessories, I've quickly come to realise just how extensive that range is - and what quality products they are. Sun, 01 Mar 2026 23:11:15 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/lifestyle/technology/oppo-watch-s-lite-on-features-but-also-wonderfully-light/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/lifestyle/technology/oppo-watch-s-lite-on-features-but-also-wonderfully-light/ I've been a smartwatch guy for many years. Thu, 26 Feb 2026 00:06:14 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/lifestyle/technology/esr-ipad-cases-an-option-for-everyone/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/lifestyle/technology/esr-ipad-cases-an-option-for-everyone/ Amazing how quickly you can go from not knowing anything about a brand to becoming one of its biggest groupies. Tue, 24 Feb 2026 00:43:47 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/lifestyle/technology/avast-deepfake-guard-the-real-deal/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/lifestyle/technology/avast-deepfake-guard-the-real-deal/ The battle against scammers rages on more furiously than ever. Fri, 20 Feb 2026 00:21:40 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/lifestyle/technology/ghd-speed-faster-not-hotter/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/lifestyle/technology/ghd-speed-faster-not-hotter/ Although I have no hair, as husband to a woman for thirty years and a parent of two girls (now also women) for more than two decades, I've learnt a few things about hair dryers. Wed, 04 Feb 2026 16:55:27 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/lifestyle/technology/amazon-echo-studio-2025-and-amazon-echo-dot-max-essentially-amazons-best-yet/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/lifestyle/technology/amazon-echo-studio-2025-and-amazon-echo-dot-max-essentially-amazons-best-yet/ If there's one feature I've really appreciated about the Amazon Echo range of smart speakers over the years, it's the way they play so well together. Thu, 22 Jan 2026 00:35:12 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/lifestyle/technology/philips-hue-bridge-pro-and-philips-play-hue-wall-washers-this-is-why-hue-still-rules/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/lifestyle/technology/philips-hue-bridge-pro-and-philips-play-hue-wall-washers-this-is-why-hue-still-rules/ I've used a lot of different smart lighting over the years and the brand I invariably come back to is Philips Hue. Although Hue products carry a premium price tag, there's a reason. Tue, 20 Jan 2026 01:01:31 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/lifestyle/technology/amazon-echo-show-11-premium-hardware-waiting-for-the-os-to-catch-up/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/lifestyle/technology/amazon-echo-show-11-premium-hardware-waiting-for-the-os-to-catch-up/ According to AI (so definitely a fact probably) the Amazon Echo was the first widely sold commercial smart speaker when it was launched in 2014. Fri, 16 Jan 2026 03:36:20 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/lifestyle/technology/lg-cordzero-the-lowdown/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/lifestyle/technology/lg-cordzero-the-lowdown/ I'm not sure which came first; self-emptying robot vacuums, or stick vacuums with self emptying charging stations. Wed, 14 Jan 2026 23:05:26 Z https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/lifestyle/technology/jbl-bar-1000mk2-true-wireless-home-theatre-comes-of-age/ https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/lifestyle/technology/jbl-bar-1000mk2-true-wireless-home-theatre-comes-of-age/ I'm a sucker for an original idea. Wed, 14 Jan 2026 01:11:55 Z