Stories by Harley Ogier

Microsoft Xbox One

We’ve spent a week testing out Microsoft’s brand-new Xbox One. Is it a worthy successor to the indisputably successful Xbox 360, and competitor in the modern console cold-war?

In Pictures: Sony PlayStation 4 launch party in Auckland, NZ

We were on site for Sony's PlayStation 4 launch party in Auckland yesterday evening. Unlike Microsoft's open-to-the-public Xbox One launch, the PS4 event was strictly a guest-list affair.

PC gamers: Steam Spring Sale on now

Don't care about the Xbox One or PlayStation 4? PC gaming platform Steam's Spring sale is on now. The promotion runs 27 November - 3 December, with specials changing daily.

Vodafone NZ offers Xbox Live Gold/PlayStation Plus to new customers

Vodafone's 'Gamers Choice' promotion gives free one-year Xbox Live Gold or PlayStation Plus subscriptions to new Vodafone Red home broadband customers on 12-month term, 80GB/month or higher plans.

Roundup: Logitech accessories for iPad Air

We've tested Logitech's range of keyboards and cases for Apple's latest iPad Air. Here's our roundup of the range, complete with links to in-depth reviews of each product.

Logitech Ultrathin Keyboard Cover for iPad Air

This iPad Air cover works as a desktop keyboard, stand, and magnetic screen protector. It's a great option for iPad users that like to keep their device as 'unskinned' as possible, or want a rapidly-removable keyboard for occasional use.

Logitech Ultrathin Keyboard Folio for iPad Air

Although the Keyboard Folio's thin design means minimal key travel, the discrete keys provide a clear tactile 'click' on activation. That makes it easy to type rapidly, once you get your head around the keyboard layout.

Logitech FabricSkin Keyboard Folio for iPad Air

This keyboard folio has a single sheet of some kind of synthetic fabric as a keyboard surface, finished to a faux-leather texture between the keys and a smooth, plasticy finish on the keys themselves.

Logitech Folio for iPad Air

This case's tough nylon shell provides protection and water resistance, and the built-in stand delivers good angles for video-playback and some types of games.

Quebee crowdfunding campaign kicks off

Launched last night on crowdfunding platform Kickstarter, the Kiwi-designed Quebee is a miniature, standalone camera that can be controlled by your smartphone or tablet, and captures video, stills or time-lapse photography.

In pictures: Xbox One unboxing, Southern-Hemisphere style

We picked up our Xbox One review model this morning, and started with a very summery unboxing. Check out - let's be realistic here - the last time this brand-new console will ever see natural light.

In pictures: World's First Xbox One launch in Auckland, NZ

We bring you pictures from the very first of 13 Xbox One launch events to take place around the globe today.

Logitech PowerShell game controller for iPhone (first look)

Logitech's newest iPhone accessory makes use of the 'game controller' features in iOS 7 to deliver console-like control in compatible games on the iPhone 5 or 5s.

Vodafone Music app launches in New Zealand

On the day of the Vodafone New Zealand Music Awards, Vodafone has launched its music download service for iOS and Android to New Zealand customers. A free four-week trial is available to Vodafone customers, or a two-week trial on other carriers.

ASUSTOR AS-304T 4-bay NAS enclosure

Though otherwise a fairly standard NAS box, the AS-304T’s HDMI output and USB keyboard/mouse support allow it to function as a full-featured XMBC media centre.