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Logitech Zone Vibe Wireless review: The gen z hybrid working lifestyle headset

Want a Teams/Zoom-certified business communications headset, while blending in at the hip new cafe you've been leeching the free Wi-Fi from, sipping on that fancy single origin Panama gesha orange spro you ordered two hours ago? Logitech's got you covered...maybe.

If you're interested in the Zone Vibe Wireless, you can get it for S$189 on Shopee.




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Torras Coolify 2S review: Extreme testing this little smart neck air conditioner

The Coolify 2 gets an update, but what's new in the 2S? Is it worth the upgrade or a spot in the ever increasing list of gadgets he needs to charge?

Zach gets "comfy" brewing coffee on a humid, scorching afternoon to find out. Yes, a gimmicky product needs gimmicky testing.

The Torras Coolify 2S retails for S$279, but it's on sale now on weareready.sg for S$269.




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Sony Float Run review: Do you really need running-specific headphones?

Note:This article was first published on 27 August 2023

Over-ear headphones are really mini speakers beside your ear. They are marketed as being "open" for environmental awareness during outdoor sport activities, but is this format too niche for regular use?

You can buy the Sony Float Run for S$199 on the Sony Online Store, as well as official stores on Shopee and Lazada.




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100 Sec Tech: How Intel CPUs are assembled and packaged

Ever wondered how Intel packages up its processor dies to form a complete CPU? Take a quick peek inside Intel's Assembly plant in Penang, Malaysia. For the full story, check out our factory tour.




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Torras Coolify 3 review: More fans = good?

Note: This video was first published on 19 September 2023.

After the Coolify 2S passed Zach's 'dinosaur suit stress test' with flying colours, he wanted to find out if more fans really do mean more performance. And what better product for this comparison than the Coolify 3, which is a monster of a neck fan in itself. Have Torras pushed the design too far? Find out in this video.

You can buy the Coolify 3 here, or the Coolify 2S instead here.




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Samsung Galaxy Watch6 and Watch6 Classic video review: All the upgrades, but are they enough?

Note:This video was first published on 23 October 2023.

What are the upgrades are you getting with Samsung’s latest Galaxy Watch6 and Watch6 Classic? How do they compare to the Galaxy Watch5 Pro?

Make sure to watch the Galaxy Watch4 review as well to know all the features of Samsung's BioActive Sensor and WearOS for Galaxy.

You can get the Galaxy Watch6 Series on Samsung's Online Store.




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What to expect from Apple’s Peek Performance event (plus some thoughts)

Apple's first event of the year is happening early tomorrow morning. Here's what we can expect.




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I made my own Pride-coloured Xbox controller at the Xbox Design Lab, now available in Asia

Why buy a controller that everyone has when you can customise your own?



  • Weird and Quirky Tech

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HWM + HWZ Tech Awards 2022: Where the very best tech brands and products shine bright

In an era of distraction and swiping to the next video of choice in mere seconds, the Tech Awards 2022 is ever more relevant as the guiding light in the industry for both consumers and decision-makers alike.



  • Tech Trends and Commentaries

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No one seems to know what the new Mac Pro will be like

Are the people tasked with making Macs better at keeping secrets?



  • Tech Trends and Commentaries

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Should you buy an electric car now?

What does it take to buy an electric car now?



  • Tech Trends and Commentaries

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Weekend Drives: Hyundai Kona Electric - An entry-level EV

With fuel prices soaring, I tried an affordable (relatively speaking, of course) electric car for a weekend.



  • Tech Trends and Commentaries

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Weekend Drives: Hyundai Tucson Hybrid – A gem of an SUV

The Tucson Hybrid is a gem and should please buyers looking for a mid-size SUV.



  • Tech Trends and Commentaries

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Weekend Drives: Mercedes-Benz C200 AMG Line - Is this really a baby S-Class?

High COE prices mean it's a bad time to be buying a brand new car. But the new C-Class is here and I want to find out if it's worth its desirable enough to persuade buyers to disregard their wallets and follow their hearts.



  • Tech Trends and Commentaries

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Weekend Drives: Audi A3 Sportback (2021) - Nothing entry-level about this compact hatchback

The last A3 was a big hit for Audi. Will the new one be the same? I spent a weekend in one to find out.



  • Tech Trends and Commentaries

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Will Apple hold an October event this year?

Now that Apple has announced its new iPhones, will they follow up with anything else? #apple #appleevents #applesilicon



  • Tech Trends and Commentaries

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Apple shot its Scary Fast event using the iPhone 15 Pro Max and that's impressive no matter how you look at it

I'm not sure what's more impressive, the Apple's new M3 chips or the fact that the entire was shot using iPhone 15 Pro Maxes. #apple #iphone15promax #scaryfast #mac



  • Tech Trends and Commentaries

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Friday fun: How the Gillette Labs x Razer "gamer" razor brought back some memories

Zach stumbled on a Gillette x Razer razor recently, bringing back memories of the Heated Razor review and a close shave for his boss. #gillette #razer #philips



  • Weird and Quirky Tech

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How Apple solved the wireless lossless audio problem with the USB-C AirPods Pro

The USB-C AirPods Pro are the first earbuds to be capable of wireless lossless audio. #airpods #losslessaudio #earbuds



  • Tech Trends and Commentaries

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In the age of software and AI, are mega tech events like CES still relevant?

CES claims to be the "most powerful tech event in the world", but in the age of software and AI, is the show still necessary?



  • Tech Trends and Commentaries

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What I hope to see at HP Amplify 2024

This is my Wishlist of tech I'd like to see at HP Amplify later this week. #hp #hpamplify #ai #ar #vr



  • From the Rumor Mill

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Huawei Watch GT 4 review: The smartwatch activity tracker to beat, and it looks classy too!

Note:This video was first published on 21 November 2023.

After a long hiatus, Huawei returns with the Watch GT 4 series. It is a classy aesthetic upgrade to the GT 3, but still rocks one of the best heartrate sensors and analytics data for the price with TruSeen 5.5+ and a 2-week battery life. Find out how it compares with the last generation Watch GT 3 Pro.

You can get the Huawei Watch GT 4 series starting at S$298 from Lazada and Shopee.




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Ecovacs Deebot X2 Omni review: The AI Robot Vacuum You've Been Waiting For?

Note: This review was first published on 8 November.

Square is the new round. Zach lets Ecovacs' latest flagship robot cleaner loose around his home to see how its improved solid-state LiDAR and AI navigation handle his bar stool maze.

Read more about the Deebot X2 Omni's features here.

You can also buy it online from Courts as well as Ecovacs official stores on Shopee and Lazada for an SRP of S$1,699.




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I was there when Tim Cook visited the Developer Centre in Singapore to talk gaming

I got the chance to spend some time with Tim Cook when he visited the Developer Centre in Singapore. #apple #timcook #developers #gaming



  • Tech Trends and Commentaries

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HWZ explores the 7 forms of lightsaber combat in the Star Wars universe

Note: This video was first published on 14 Dec 2017 and is republished now in celebration of Star Wars Day.

Our teammate senses a disturbance in The Force. His investigations lead him face to face with FightSaber's Jedi Master Sas-Ejiid, who teaches him how to defend himself in the 7 forms of lightsaber combat.




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6+1 Alternative Productivity Apps for Your Phone #HWZtechmeup S3 Ep 01

Note: This video was first published on 20 August 2022.

HardwareZone's TechMeUp series returns with a new season, a new host, and a new resolution! In this first episode, Melissa is here to recommend you some of her favourite productivity apps she uses outside of the usual suspects from Google or Apple.




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6+1 Apps To Up Your Content Creation Game #HWZtechmeup S3 Ep02

Note:This video was first published on 12 October 2022
Let's face it. "Free" only gets you so far. If you're serious about your socials and want to have the tools to produce professional looking content, then it's time to look at more powerful tools and apps to help you along the way. Yes, there are some good free apps in here too.




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What does it take to make the most secure Wi-Fi routers in Singapore?

Most of us have several connected home appliances (IoT devices), but how can you be sure they don't compromise your home? Instead of worrying about how to secure all of them, why not secure your main home gateway with a CLS-certified router? Find out what that means, how to identify one, and what goes on behind the scenes to get a CLS certification! (In collaboration with ASUS.)




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Build Your Own Mechanical Keyboard #HWZtechmeup S3 Ep03

Note:This video was first published on 2 December 2022
Give a lady a keyboard, and she types for a day. Teach a lady to build a fully-customised mechanical keyboard, and she will type for a lifetime...




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From Pebble to Apple: The smartwatch's journey over the years from gimmick to quintessential

I stumbled upon my Pebble smartwatch collection while decluttering, and it sent me down memory lane! We've come a long way since the 'OG' smartwatch craze to today's Apple Watch Ultra 2. Who else remembers the early days of smart tech on our wrists? #TechThrowback #SmartwatchEvolution #PebbleToAppleWatch #TechNostalgia




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Nespresso Vertuo Creatista review: Can technology automate your way to become a home barista?

The Vertuo Creatista is the ultimate Nespresso machine, capable of drinks as small as 25ml up to 535ml. It's fancy auto-steam wand can create all forms of milk concoctions too, but can it make café-quality milk texture to scratch your inner home barista itch?

You can buy the Nespresso Vertuo Creatista (S$1,099) from Nespresso's online store, Amazon.sg, or Lazada.




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How Qualcomm's ARM64-based Snapdragon X Elite breaks Intel and AMD's x86 duopoly

Snapdragon X Elite laptops are the newest options in the market, but why should you buy one over Intel or AMD? In this video, we explain why the Snapdragon X Elite is one of the most innovative PC processors in recent times, and how Qualcomm is sending a clear message to x86 that ARM64 has arrived for the Windows platform. #HWZSchoolsYou #laptops (In collaboration with Qualcomm.)




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Adobe MAX 2024: Video highlights of Zach's favourite new gen AI features

Adobe announced over 100 updates across all apps at this year's MAX 2024 conference in Miami, but the most impressive has to be the Firefly Video model. Here are some live demos of Adobe's new gen AI magic at work. #adobe #adobemax

More stories from MAX 2024: Adobe Firefly, Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator, Content Authenticity app, Adobe global AI skills initiative




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Europe must back Biden in suspending patents for COVID-19 vaccines | View

Europe must back Biden in suspending patents for COVID-19 vaccines | View




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Meteorite that crashed into English driveway is now at London's Natural History Museum

Meteorite that crashed into English driveway is now at London's Natural History Museum




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Biochemist Karikó honoured in her Hungarian home town for COVID work

Biochemist Karikó honoured in her Hungarian home town for COVID work




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Sanofi/GSK launch Phase III trial of COVID-19 vaccine, will test efficacy against variants

Sanofi/GSK launch Phase III trial of COVID-19 vaccine, will test efficacy against variants




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European privacy groups challenge facial scan firm Clearview

European privacy groups challenge facial scan firm Clearview




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Google fined €220m by French competition watchdog over online advertising market

Google fined €220m by French competition watchdog over online advertising market




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COVID pandemic's impact on work is 'cataclysmic,' says International Labour Market head

COVID pandemic's impact on work is 'cataclysmic,' says International Labour Market head




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US recovers most of Colonial Pipeline Bitcoin ransom following cyberattack

US recovers most of Colonial Pipeline Bitcoin ransom following cyberattack




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The future is already here, get ready with the Euronews Next newsletter

The future is already here, get ready with the Euronews Next newsletter




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Meat company JBS confirms it paid a $11 million ransom following its recent cyberattack

Meat company JBS confirms it paid a $11 million ransom following its recent cyberattack




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Tesla Plaid and Apple WWDC 2021: The biggest tech releases this week

Tesla Plaid and Apple WWDC 2021: The biggest tech releases this week




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Watch: French and US astronauts spacewalk to install solar panel system on ISS

Watch: French and US astronauts spacewalk to install solar panel system on ISS




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Macron: France will 'drive innovation ecosystem of Tech,' president tells Euronews Next

Macron: France will 'drive innovation ecosystem of Tech,' president tells Euronews Next




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ISS astronauts make second spacewalk to install powerful solar panels

ISS astronauts make second spacewalk to install powerful solar panels




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NASA and ESA to test nudging asteroids off collision course with Earth

NASA and ESA to test nudging asteroids off collision course with Earth




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Humans aren’t quite ready for a chatbot takeover, according to a new study

Humans aren’t quite ready for a chatbot takeover, according to a new study




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British man arrested in Spain over alleged role in Twitter hack of high-profile accounts

British man arrested in Spain over alleged role in Twitter hack of high-profile accounts