This ringer is so much more than just a doorbell
PAT PILCHER installs and puts the latest Ring doorbell through its paces and finds that it's a very smart piece of gadgetry indeed.
Amazon’s Fire TV Stick Gen 2: Streaming just got better
The first Fire Stick was a standout dongle for streaming television but PAT PILCHER reckons its successor has notable improvements.
Hands-free music and more in your car: Amazon’s Echo Auto
For its new iteration Amazon has improved its Echo Auto hands-free car doodad hugely, writes an impressed PAT PILCHER.
Kiwi Twitch stars share their tips
PAT PILCHER has a natter with three hot Kiwi Twitch stars who give us some really cool tips.
Amazon Kindle E-Reader – more books for your bucks
With the new Amazon Kindle you can load a whole library onto the e-reader and its battery will last almost long enough to read
Echo Show 15 – Hang it on a wall!
PAT PILCHER gets acquainted with the latest iteration of Amazon's smart home hub and finds it to be a pleasing progression.
Amazon Echo Show 8 REVIEW
The sequel to Amazon's original Echo Show 8 is both a worthy upgrade and a fabulous addition to any really smart home, writes PAT
The essential guide to music streaming services
You might be surprised at the wealth of music streaming services available, and the variations in sound quality. Here’s everything you need to know
Amazon Studio REVIEW
Amazon claims audiophile abilities for its premium Echo speaker, but how does it really rate? PAT PILCHER gets down and dirty with the Amazon
Amazon Echo Dot With Clock – REVIEW
Alexa can relax. PAT PILCHER won’t be bugging her incessantly for the time now that he’s got an Echo Dot With Clock.
Amazon Echo Sub Review – Adding Oonst To Alexa
Sick and tired of hearing thin, reedy sounds coming out of your Echo Plus, Dot, Show or Spot speakers? PAT PILCHER has found the
19 Funny Things To Ask Alexa
When PAT PILCHER get's bored, he likes to talk to Alexa. And apparently, she's one funny chick who knows her pop culture...
Roll Your Own Smarts: Alexa Skill Blueprints
Smart home, smart speakers, smart Amazon... PAT PILCHER gets to grips with Amazon's installable smarts – idiot-proof templates to create new 'skills' for Alexa.
Just How Much Are We Paying For Netflix And Amazon?
New reports show Kiwis are paying more for Netflix and Amazon Prime than those in other markets. So what's that all about? PAT PILCHER
The Hub Of My Home: Amazon’s 2018 Echo Show
Looking to set up a smart home? PAT PILCHER tests out Amazon’s new Echo Show smart home hub and discovers an elegant and useful
Sky Declares War On Pirates
How to become a millionaire? Own a pay TV company, just make sure you are a billionaire beforehand, says PAT PILCHER.
Sonos Lays Off Staff, Talks Up Streaming Future
A leaner, more streamlined, Alexa-friendly and streaming focused Sonos is coming your way. But will consumers go for it? PAT PILCHER takes a look
AMAZON FINALLY MAKES ITS ECHO SPEAKERS AVAILABLE IN NZ!
Amazon’s cool little Alexa-voiced wireless speakers finally get their NZ release in February. But PAT PILCHER only found out about it by accident. Boo,
The Lost City Of Z FILM REVIEW
A magical and emotionally charged journey into the heart of darkness that’s the Amazon jungle, this film is a must-see, writes TOBY WOOLLASTON.
The Tick TELEVISION REVIEW
It's yet another iteration of The Tick, complete with classic '60s television sensibilities, writes ANDREW JOHNSTONE.
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