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


What are the Best Budget Smartphones?

Posted by April 28th 2021

Budget smartphones may not be teeming with the trendsetting trappings typically found in new-release flagships. However it is still possible to pick up a model with a solid range of features for under $300. In …


What is Kogan Mobile and What Plans Does it Offer?

Posted by April 12th 2021

Kogan Mobile arrived in the local market towards the end of 2019, styling itself as a challenger brand poised to shake things up with a competitive alternative for Kiwi phone users. Its prepay plans come …


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What Are the Best Mid-Range Smartphones?

Posted by March 30th 2021

If you're looking for a new-release smartphone with all the tech features, but without a steep price tag, a mid-range model could well fit the bill. While mid-range smartphones don't attract the same level of …


Rating the Best External Storage Options

Posted by March 19th 2021

Is your desktop, laptop or smartphone chock-full of files? Has freeing up space become an increasingly pressing and persistent chore? Well, it could be time to harness external storage to help divvy the data load. There …


Which Tablet is Best For You? A Buyer’s Guide

Posted by February 15th 2021

From entertainment to work applications, touchscreen tablets are a great tech tool, and there's an ever-evolving array to choose from. But how do you know which is the best tablet for you? If you're shopping around …


Which is Better: Samsung Galaxy S21 Vs iPhone 12

Posted by February 15th 2021

Samsung Galaxy S21 vs iPhone 12, which is better? It's something of an understatement to say that the rivalry runs deep between Samsung and Apple. The two tech heavyweights have long set the bar for …


Spark vs 2degrees: Mobile Plans Comparison

Posted by January 18th 2021

As two of New Zealand's largest and most popular mobile service providers, Spark and 2degrees are locked in constant competition to keep customers connected and happy. So, when it comes to a head-to-head rundown of …


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A Complete Guide to Setting Up a Wi-Fi Hotspot

Posted by December 22nd 2020

Fear not, if you're out and about and don't have wi-fi internet connection, the answer to your wireless woes may be far closer than you realise. In fact, it may literally be within hand's reach. …


The Lowdown On No-contract Broadband Deals

Posted by December 3rd 2020

In life, sometimes you don't want to be tied down. Instead of a long-term relationship, you want something more casual. And what's true of the heart, also applies to broadband. Rather than committing to a …


Fitness Trackers

A Complete Guide to Fitness Trackers

Posted by March 3rd 2021

If you're serious about exercise, a fitness tracker is a great way to keep your health program on track. And the latest fitness trackers do so much more than simply monitor the number of steps …