Headphones
My favourite wireless earbuds
I've reviewed a whole heap of headphones over the past few years. These are my favourite wireless earbuds.
Apple
Since its founding in 1976, Apple has been at the forefront of technology innovation, known for its revolutionary products like the iPhone, iPad, and Mac. With a focus on elegant design, intuitive user experiences, and seamless ecosystem integration, Apple remains one of the biggest companies in consumer electronics today. Beyond computing hardware and software, Apple has expanded into services, offering Music and TV streaming, plus fitness and games.
BTTR Roundup
BTTR Roundup #50: As Aussies spend more money on digital gaming, what do we lose in the process?
The IGEA has announced Australian gaming sales figures for 2024 this week, and the picture isn't pretty.
Gaming
Apple has all the pieces to make the Apple TV a killer games console. Why hasn’t it happened yet?
It wouldn't take much for Apple to make a huge splash in the home gaming console market.
Apple
BTTR Roundup #45: What Would Destroy Culture (WWDC) in 2025? AI, of course
There was a lot of news out of WWDC this week, but Apple downplayed its AI situation. That hasn't stopped the conversation being about almost nothing else.
Software
When will I be able to buy Kindle books through the iOS app, dammit?
As Americans get to buy eBooks through iOS apps without Apple taking a cut, I hold out hope for change in Australia to do the same thing.
Headphones
Apple AirPods Max review: Luxurious audio only Apple can provide
Apple's premium noise cancelling headphones, the AirPods Max, offer great sound and connectivity and luxurious design, but aren't perfect.
Software
Apple has updated Apple Maps in Australia and New Zealand to better represent Indigenous lands
Apple has spent years working with indigenous communities and groups to better include First Nations groups in its mapping platforms.
Audio Visual
What's that? You can now use AirPods Pro 2 as hearing aids in Australia?
After getting TGA approval late last year, today Apple has officially launched its hearing test and hearing aid features for AirPods Pro 2 owners.
Laptops
Apple MacBook Air M4 Review: The mobile laptop benchmark gets better
Apple's latest MacBook Air update delivers exceptional performance at a price $100 less than last year's model, making it a clear winner.
BTTR Roundup
BTTR Roundup #33: Is Apple's delay of an AI-driven personalised Siri the canary in the AI coal mine?
Apple failing to deliver its promised personalised Siri Apple Intelligence feature may be a sign that the wheels are falling off the AI hype-train.
Computing
Apple has updated its Mac Studio with new chipsets, but the M4 version isn't the most powerful
If you're a professional Mac user who needs lots of power, Apple's new Mac Studio with M4 Max isn't the one you want.
Laptops
Apple launches the MacBook Air with M4, cuts $100 from the starting price
I love it when a product update gets a price cut, while boosting performance and new colours like the M4 MacBook Air does.