PAT PILCHER finds there’s a lot to love about the Nokia 6.1. In fact, he can only find a couple of minor flaws.
Gadgetry
Google Smarty Pants AI: Good Or Grim?
Google’s new AI offering can masquerade as a human caller. But is that good, or bad, asks PAT PILCHER. And what are the ramifications?
Android One De-Mystified
Android Ice Cream Sandwich, Kit Kat, Oreo… and One? PAT PILCHER explains what Android One is, and why you might just want it.
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.
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 smartwatch player whose sagacious chronographs are giving existing smartwatch players pause for thought. A case in point is their latest, the Fitbit Versa. It bares more […]
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 fuss. What makes this interesting is that the P20 Pro could be a giant killer. Since it launched, it has received a tonne of praise from […]
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 and asks, what’s next?
This Wireless Cellphone Charger Is Fast And Sleek
Forget fumbling with USB cables – PAT PILCHER finds the 3SIXT Quick Charge Wireless Charger is makes charging a breeze.
Zipping Along The Mobile highway: Spark Talks 5G
The next generation of mobile technology promises super fast speeds to deliver exciting new offerings to Kiwis. Spark’s Colin Brown sits down with PAT PILCHER to discuss 5G, how it will change telecommunications – and when we can expect to see it in New Zealand.
Oppo’s Nicely Priced Smartphone Steals Flagship Smarts
PAT PILCHER likes Oppo, and so do we. It’s a brand that gives remarkable value for money for a top-notch product. Our gadget man checks out the new R11s.
Samsung Launches Its Simply Stunning S9
Samsung is about to launch its new flagship smartphones. PAT PILCHER was there for the big announcement.
Dyson’s Latest Product Really Blows
PAT PILCHER investigates a strange-looking object that is more multifunctional than you could ever imagine.