It took me a while before I could get a review unit of the Sony WH-1000XM3. I have been hearing so many positive word-of-mouth comments about the 1000XM3 that I already know the headphones are great. So I timed my review period with my Thailand … continue
LG XBOOM Go PK7 Review: Battery-Operated Speaker for Parties
As an electronics company, LG also manufactures audio products, and their TONE series neckband earphones are one of the more unique Bluetooth earphones in the market. With the recent tie-up with Meridian Audio, who developed the MQA audio format, the latest LG XBOOM Go portable … continue
Klipsch R5 Wireless Review: Signature Klipsch Sound for Active Lifestyle
Klipsch R5 Wireless is the first wireless earphones from Klipsch designed for active lifestyle users. It retails for S$199 in Singapore and is distributed exclusively by TC Acoustic with local warranty. They have sent over a non-returnable unit for my review. Not to be confused … continue
Creative Stage Review: 2.1 Soundbar for Computers and TV
The Creative latest under-monitor soundbar, Stage series, are designed for small homes. Previously when I reviewed the smaller Creative Stage Air, I find it lacks the oomph that makes movie watching more immersive. Here with me is the big brother, Creative Stage, with a dedicated … continue
2018 Lazada 12.12 JBL Surprise Box
Just one month after the Lazada 11.11 sale, here I am with another Surprise Box reveal. As always, the Lazada Grand Year End Sale is full of exciting deals of up to 90% off and vouchers worth up to S$120. The surprise boxes are also … continue
SXFI Amp Goes Wireless with Hagibis X2 Wireless Audio Adapter Bluetooth 5.0 aptX Receiver Transmitter
The Creative Super X-Fi Amp has been on sale in Singapore for over 2 months, and recently began sales in U.S. Due to its capabilities, many audio enthusiasts wonder if the holographic audio experience can be enjoyed over wireless audio. Then I found this useful … continue
OnePlus 6T Review: For Better, For Worse
The new OnePlus 6T is a minor upgrade to the OnePlus 6 which I reviewed a while back. While the new OnePlus 6T has improved features, its retail price is actually cheaper than OnePlus 6 at launch – S$898 for 6GB RAM 128GB storage to … continue
Actxa Spur+ Review: Fitness Tracker with VO2 Max and Heart Rate Monitoring
If you find the name Actxa familiar, that’s because it supplies the step trackers for the National Steps Challenge for the past years. Actxa is a Singapore brand formed in 2015 and focuses on developing health and fitness related products. Their software arm, Activate Interactive … continue
X-mini XTLAS+ Review: More Treble Than Bass
X-mini is a Singapore brand founded in 2006, and has been focused on mini-portable speakers, winning numerous awards. This year, X-mini expanded its product range to include 2 new audio product lines – X-mini Liberty XOUNDPODS true wireless earphones, and X-mini XOUNDBUDS earphones (wired and … continue
LG Gram 13 (13Z980) Review: Lightweight and Long Battery Life
LG makes a point to update the gram laptop series every year. Now in its third year, the new LG gram 13.3-inch (13Z980) is the only model with touch screen sold in Singapore market, while the refreshed 14-inch and 15.6-inch do not. The trade-off is … continue
1MORE Triple Driver BT In-Ear Headphones E1001BT Review
This year has been a bumper year for neckband headphones. It really took a long time for the industry to realise the advantages of such design. Sony is one of the early adopters, releasing several neckband headphones like the Sony SBH-80, Sony SBH-70, Sony EX750BT, … continue
EOZ Air Review: True Wireless Earphones, Fantastic Connectivity
EOZ started its crowd funding project, EOZ One, and given encouraging sales, embarked in their next project, EOZ Air. Distributed exclusively by Leader Radio Technologies (LRT), the EOZ Air is available for sale in Singapore at a retail price S$159. From now till 30 November, … continue
Music Photo Life Contest Giveaway 2018 (14 Nov to 25 Dec)
Who wants free gadgets? I’m giving them away! Over the months, I have received dozens of products that I have reviewed or received as door gifts. Since it is the season of giving, I am going to do a giveaway to my followers and readers. … continue
Zeppelin X iBasso DX200
Zeppelin & Co. is an audio cafe in Singapore located in one of the most unlikely places – Sim Lim Square. It turns out to be a perfect fit: although Sim Lim Square sells computer stuff, it is a place frequented by tech geeks. And … continue
JBL JRPOP Review: Portable Wireless Speakers for Kids
JBL extended an invite to NXT Singapore for a product launch event of a kids speakers product, but none of the editorial folks have children except me, so I got the privilege to attend. JBL JRPOP (pronounced as “junior pop”) is JBL’s first Bluetooth speaker … continue
ShopBack Cashback Buddy: The Must-Have Browser Extension for Shoppers
If you are an online shopper, you have probably signed up with a cashback service like ShopBack to earn cash from shopping hundreds of your favourite online stores. But it’s not possible to remember whether they are eligible for ShopBack. That’s where Cashback Buddy comes … continue
Jabra Elite 45e Review: Affordable Wireless Neckband Earphones
If the Jabra Elite 65e is beyond the budget, here’s an affordable neckband earphones from Jabra, one that I personally prefer over the Elite 65e, not because of the features, but because of the value. Here’s the Jabra Elite 45e review. Design The Elite 45e … continue
Huawei Mate 20 Pro Review: Combining the Best of Smartphone Features (Plus a Few New Surprises)
I have enjoyed Huawei smartphones for many years since I first tried the Mate 9. The years of evolution for Huawei has been phenomenal, offering some of the more innovative changes from a smartphone maker. With the newest Mate 20 series, is Huawei still on … continue
Lazada 11.11 Sale (2018): SOUL Earphones Surprise Box
Update: The 11.11 sale is over but the 12.12 sale has just begun! Check out the JBL Surprise Box here. The 2018 Lazada 11.11 Sale happens on 11 November but the hype is already building up now. Visit the Lazada site from your browser … continue
Sonos Beam Review: Wireless Soundbar
Sonos is one of the top brands for multi-room wireless home sound system that streams music from compatible device to all Sonos brand speakers across the home Wi-Fi network. This allows streaming all over the house unlike Bluetooth speakers that are limited to close range. … continue
