Stories by Ross Catanzariti

ABC iView finally comes to Android

The Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) has finally made its catch up TV service, iView, available on Android smartphones and tablets, but the service is currently only compatible with selected devices.

Amazon Kindle Fire HDX 8.9" tablet

Amazon's 8.9" Kindle Fire HDX boasts a stunningly thin and light design and has an excellent screen, but the lack of access to Google's Play Store means there's a heavy reliance on Amazon's limited apps.

Best tablets: Christmas 2013

Whether you want a large tablet, a smaller screened device, or you're looking for great value, here are the best tablets you can buy right now.

Best smartphones: Christmas 2013

Christmas is almost upon us yet again and what better way to spoil a loved one by gifting a new smartphone?

Nokia Lumia 1520 Windows Phone

If you can handle its gargantuan, awkward size, Nokia's Lumia 1520 combines a great screen with continually developing software, though there's still plenty of room for improvement.

Telstra now selling Samsung's new Galaxy Note 10.1

Telstra has become the first carrier to sell Samsung's latest Galaxy Note 10.1 2014 Edition tablet in Australia, both on a range of contract plans and as an outright device.

Google launches white Nexus 7, but not for Australia

Google has officially launched a white variant of its new Nexus 7 Android tablet through the Google Play Store, but the device isn't available in Australia just yet.

Jawbone Mini Jambox Bluetooth speaker

The Jawbone Mini Jambox is colourful and compact Bluetooth speaker boasts excellent build quality and produces reasonable sound quality, but it's overpriced and distorts at maximum volume.

HTC One Max Android phone

The HTC One Max's excellent display and stellar battery life are let down by a fit and finish that's less impressive than the original One, and a fingerprint scanner that is simply frustrating to use.

Studio Proper PA1 Bluetooth speaker

Studio Proper, an Australian brand behind the popular Wallee mounting system for smartphones and tablets, is dipping its hat into the Bluetooth audio ring. The company claims its Proper Audio PA1 is the world's first dual Bluetooth pairing wall mount...

Sonos PLAY:1 wireless speaker

The Sonos PLAY:1 wireless speaker packs a significant punch considering its size and produces surprisingly good bass levels, though we would have loved to see a battery-operated option to enhance portability.

Aldi's latest low-cost tablet to sell for $129

German supermarket chain Aldi will sell a Wi-Fi, 8in Android tablet for just $129 from Wednesday, 4 December, it has advertised.

Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 Kids Android tablet

Samsung's new Galaxy Tab 3 Kids is a colourful, well designed tablet. It's a little expensive and is best utilised with an additional cost accessory, but its kids user mode is a concept that hits the mark and will surely appeal to many parents.

Jawbone Up24 wireless activity tracker (preview)

Jawbone's Up fitness wristband hasn't been on the market for long in Australia, but the company has recently announced an updated version that adds wireless sync capability over Bluetooth.