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Whatwedointheshadows

DVD Review – What we do in the Shadows

Fri, 20th Mar 2015
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How refreshing that a funny, local movie provides us with a vampire breath of fresh air, plus a lot of laugher and great one liners.
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Review: Rainbow Smart Bulbs

Fri, 20th Mar 2015
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Rainbow Smart Bulbs: A dazzling Kiwi innovation lights it up with rhythm and hues, but white's a slight smudge.
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Hands-on Review: Asus TF103C Convertible Tablet

Fri, 20th Mar 2015
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The only certainty with the personal computing market is change. Pat Pilcher's review on the Asus TF103C Convertible Tablet.
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Review: Zeus Mini Projector

Thu, 19th Mar 2015
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Zeus mini projector brings portable, affordable projection to New Zealand market. Perfect for movies and presentations on the go.
Fallback

Android App Review: Nail Doctor - Kids Games

Mon, 16th Mar 2015
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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apps
Nail Doctor is everything I hate about cheaply-made, cynical revenue-grabbing apps, combined with everything I hate about foot hygiene.
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Hands-on Review: Sony Xperia E4

Fri, 13th Mar 2015
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Amidst all the hype surrounding Samsung Galaxy S6 and HTC's One M9 launch, some may have missed that Sony launched the Xperia E4, its latest mid-range.
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Android App Review: Auckland Libraries App

Mon, 9th Mar 2015
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apps
The library system, including its online component, was already working fine for me. What do I actually need this app to do?.
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Dragon Ball Xenoverse is frustrating and broken

Mon, 9th Mar 2015
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bandai namco
Dragon Ball Xenoverse is the most unique Dragon Ball Z video game ever released, however it is far from being the best one.
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The Saints get re-elected and go to Hell

Fri, 6th Mar 2015
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digital entertainment
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In a diabolical twist, Saints Row IV returns with re-elected chaos and a fiery trip to Hell on new-gen consoles.
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Hands-on Review: Sony Z3 Tablet Compact

Thu, 5th Mar 2015
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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From out of nowhere Sony has developed a reputation for crafting slick smartphones, all carrying the Xperia moniker.
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Hands-on Review: Logitech Protection [+] Phone case for Samsung Galaxy S5

Wed, 4th Mar 2015
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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samsung galaxy
Logitech's sleek Protection [+] case marries style and security for Galaxy S5 owners; proving essential gear for your prized device.
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Android App Review: Ghost Detector Spectrum

Wed, 4th Mar 2015
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Ghost Detector Spectrum is an app that claims to detect ghosts. Whether it does or not … well, that's hard to prove, isn't it.
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Screamride is one heck of a fun ride

Tue, 3rd Mar 2015
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gaming
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xbox
Screamride reinvents thrills with its high-speed coasters and explosive demolition, offering a fresh and vibrant gaming jolly-up.
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Hands-on Review: Nokia Lumia 830

Tue, 3rd Mar 2015
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Overall, the Nokia Lumia 830 was a wonderful introduction to Windows phones for me. However, is it enough to pull me away from my iPhone?.
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Dead or Alive 5: Last Round takes the fight to next-gen

Fri, 27th Feb 2015
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Dead or Alive 5: Last Round brings enhanced graphics, more characters and over 400 costumes to next-gen consoles, but is it worth a third purchase?.
Xero

Thinking of moving to Xero? Read our review

Fri, 27th Feb 2015
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After testing Xero out, I've come to realise that there's always an exception to the rule, and Xero definitely fits the bill (or should I say invoice).
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Can Dying Light survive the overcrowded zombie market?

Wed, 25th Feb 2015
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Dying Light stumbles in the crowded zombie genre, lacking the charm and novelty needed to stand out amidst giants like The Last of Us.
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iOS app review: Astropad. Free to try, $US49.99 after that

Wed, 25th Feb 2015
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Transform your iPad into a designer's canvas with Astropad – a seamless bridge to Mac creativity. Free trial, then £35.
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Hands-on Review: Logitech K480 Bluetooth smartphone keyboard

Tue, 24th Feb 2015
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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apple
Logitech's K480 keyboard offers a practical solution to the frustrations of typing on a smartphone, with a compact design and easy setup.
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The full verdict on The Order: 1886

Fri, 20th Feb 2015
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gaming
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Ready at Dawn Studios has taken a gamble with The Order: 1886 as it's the developer's first ever new and own IP.