Footy-themed Smartphone A Little Gem
PAT PILCHER gets to combine two of his great loves – tech and footy – with Oppo’s latest smartphone offering.
First Look: Samsung’s Stealthy 2018 TV Line-Up
Having trouble convincing the significant other that that 55-inch TV is an asset in the living room? Samsung’s new TV line-up brings stealth to
Don’t Distract Me: Windows 10 Update Aims To Up Your Productivity
Microsoft’s latest Windows 10 update is about to hit computers near you. PAT PILCHER takes a look at the update – and how you
Sound Bar None: The Orbitsound ONE P70
PAT PILCHER tests out the Orbitsound ONE P70 soundbar and discovers that while it doesn’t look like a Star Wars’ prop, it does the
Fitbit’s New Offering Proves A Versa-tile Winner
Fitbit has made big moves in the past 18 months, going from being a big fish in a shrinking fitness tracker pond to a
Westworld’s Second Season Scores 10/10 On The Witchdoctormeter!
After making us wait in anticipation for a year, Westworld is back on Kiwi screens. PAT PILCHER checks out series two of the addictive
Sounding Off: The Witchdoctor Soundbar Buyer’s Guide
Ultra-thin screens often mean tinny, transistor radio-like audio. But you can reclaim quality sounds using a soundbar or soundbase and PAT PILCHER's here to
Natural Language And AI In New LG TV Lineup: Mind Blown
PAT PILCHER heads to LG’s Sydney new TV lineup showcase - where TVs were not only looking better than ever, but getting a whole
The Freeview/Spark Rugby World Cup Deal: Will It Work?
So TVNZ and Spark have snaffled the Rugby World Cup broadcast rights from Sky. PAT PILCHER looks at whether the new deal will mean
Huawei P20 Pro: 2018’s Phone Of The Year?
Samsung’s and Apple’s flagships were the subject of endless speculation before their launch. Funnily enough, Huawei’s latest, the P20 Pro arrived with minimal
Getting Great Sounds: The Witchdoctor AV Receiver Buyer’s Guide
Looking to immerse yourself in that movie or some music on your new TV? Then consider an AV receiver to take the sounds to
Far Cry 5: Happiness Is A Smoking Gun
Has the fifth instalment of Far Cry managed to avoid being same-old, same-old? PAT PILCHER goes slaying cult leaders to find out.
The Witchdoctor Smartphone Buyer’s Guide
On the lookout for a new smartphone? PAT PILCHER has the low down on what to look for.
RIP Android Wear, Hello Wear OS
Google’s getting lapped in the smartwatch arena. PAT PILCHER takes the giant to task for its lack of innovation with its Android Wear smartwatches
Huawei Phones Snap Top Place In Smartphone Camera Test
Huawei will be happy! It’s P20 Pro and P20 have topped the rankings in the latest DxOMark smartphone camera tests, reports PAT PILCHER. He
How To Improve Audio On Your Samsung S7/S8/S9
Samsung’s got a hidden gem on its phones for those of us with less than perfect hearing - or just getting a little older.
Hirschfeld-Curran-Gate: A Storm In A Teacup?
The real losers in the Hirschfeld-Curran debacle will be you and I, says PAT PILCHER. He outlines the sorry saga and why the real
IBM: Size Does Matter
Long known for its hulking mainframes, IBM is going small. Really, really small. PAT PILCHER explains.
Wanted: CEO For Sky TV – But Who’s Up For The Job?
As Sky boss John Fellet announces his intention to step down, PAT PILCHER ponders what’s needed to transform the broadcaster into a slick digital
If Brains Were Gunpowder These Idiots Couldn’t Blow Their Own Noses
It’s time for the anti-helmet brigade to get off their bikes, stop making 'bizarre' statements, and face reality, says PAT PILCHER.
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