Consumer News

Electricity Plans For Renters

Posted by November 12th 2018

Signing up for a fixed-term electricity contract might not be an option for renters, but there are a range of choices available that provide for flexibility.


The 5G Mobile Future: What can we expect?

Posted by August 23rd 2018

Firmly entrenched in the age of the smartphone, and amid the continued evolution of the Internet of Things (IoT), the fast-approaching rollout of 5G wireless networks is poised to usher in the next phase of …


Samsung Galaxy S9 & S9 Plus Review

Posted by August 23rd 2018

Samsung has unveiled its latest flagship smartphones, the Galaxy S9 and Galaxy S9+, which will soon be finding their way onto retailer shelves, equipped with a range of camera-focused features, and with the emphasis firmly …


The biometric scanners keeping your tech safe

Posted by August 23rd 2018

From fingerprint to iris scanners, biometric verification is becoming an increasingly standard smartphone feature, utilised across a range of applications.


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P2P Electricity Trading Explained

Posted by November 2nd 2018

Peer-to-peer electricity trading brings with it the potential to allow consumers to play a more proactive role in how they consume and sell electricity.


How to stay cool and keep energy costs down

Posted by August 30th 2018

The warmer weather brings with it the potential for a spike in power usage, however a number of steps can be taken to keep costs down while keeping cool.


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Virtual, augmented and mixed reality explained

Posted by August 23rd 2018

Virtual reality, augmented reality and mixed reality technologies are arriving to market in their numbers. What are these technologies and how do they differ?



iPhone 8 & iPhone X launch in New Zealand

Posted by August 23rd 2018

Apple announced its release of the new iPhone on 12 September (California time), and it’s slated to be the biggest release since the original iPhone back in 2007. It’s the tenth anniversary of the iPhone, …


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Gaining value from loyalty programs

Posted by August 23rd 2018

Loyalty programs provide members with a range of incentives. We compare loyalty programs and show how to maximise the value.


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How to reduce hot water energy costs

Posted by November 2nd 2018

Hot water costs certainly add up during the colder months, but there are ways to limit your water usage and keep energy costs in check.



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Is it better to rent or buy a home?

Posted by August 23rd 2018

Whether to rent or to buy is a question faced by many prospective home owners, and a range of factors need to be considered before committing to a home loan.


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The most popular grocery items in NZ

Posted by July 17th 2020

We all shop at the supermarket, but have you ever wondered what grocery items are the most popular? Canstar Blue explores the list.





A guide to electricity tariffs in New Zealand

Posted by November 12th 2018

Picking the right energy tariff can help you dramatically reduce your overall costs, but there are some things you need to know. Find out at Canstar Blue.