Nick Broughall

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Founder, Publisher and Editor at BTTR

Wondering and wandering. Founder and publisher and editor of BTTR.

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BTTR Roundup #44: Planning a fun long weekend of not playing the $700 Switch 2

3 weeks ago | bttr.reviews | Nick Broughall

Just in time for the June long weekend, Nintendo has launched its Switch 2 console around the globe. I don't have one, so I won't be spending my long weekend exploring the wild world of Mario Kart. It's interesting because there weren't any reviews of the console or the games before the launch, as Nintendo didn't send out early review units anywhere around the world.
Ecovacs Deebot T50 Pro Omni review: One low sucker

3 weeks ago | bttr.reviews | Nick Broughall

Vacuum Cleaners ā 12 min read Loving... Easy setupGreat cleaning right to the edgesMatter support Meh... The transparent water tanksVideo callingLow height only needed for low furniture Not so great... Mapping still not greatWhy no detergent in the box, Ecovacs? Still tangles on thin cords Email sent! Check your inbox to complete your signup. I donāt think too many categories are developing at the same speed as robot vacuum cleaners.
Finding balance on the shifting sands of online publishing: BTTR is going email first

3 weeks ago | bttr.reviews | Nick Broughall

I'm not much of an optimist. So when Google announced its massive changes to search at I/O a couple of weeks ago, my immediate response was that the internet was doomed, and being an independent publisher on a doomed platform is a fool's errand. But over the past few weeks, after lots of soul-searching and contemplative poses, I've realised (or maybe "remembered"?) that there's more to the internet than the greedy bastards in Silicon Valley.
BTTR Roundup #43: The power of numbers and AI's true cost

4 weeks ago | bttr.reviews | Nick Broughall

I've spent more time than I would like thinking about AI this week. In addition to arguing that Apple's "slow and steady" approach to integrating it is better than Google's "shove it in everything whether it works or not" strategy, I've also been thinking about ex-Meta executive Nick Clegg's statements that asking for permission from content creators would kill the AI industry (more thoughts on that in the paid section of this week's newsletter).
Hisense U6QAU Pro 4K TV review: Big and brilliant for your budget

1 month ago | bttr.reviews | Nick Broughall

TVs ā 7 min read ProsNice colourful, clear imagesReally good price tagEasy user interface ConsInbuilt speakers lack oomphOnly two HDMI ports are HDMI 2.1Remote's shortcut buttons may not suit your viewing habits Email sent! Check your inbox to complete your signup.
Apple's AI failure could be its best product in years

1 month ago | bttr.reviews | Nick Broughall

Software ā 10 min read Email sent! Check your inbox to complete your signup. One of the most frustrating threads of commentary in the tech world over the past week has been the idea that ā in the wake of Google smearing everything it touches with AI and former designer Jony Ive vomiting empty accolades at OpenAI's Sam Altman in one of the most cringe-worthy videos of the year ā Apple's lack of a real AI product means the company is done.
As the AI steamroller accelerates, how do we avoid getting crushed?

1 month ago | bttr.reviews | Nick Broughall

Thanks for readingYou've reached the end of the free preview! Want the full tech scoop? Upgrade to BTTR Premium from just $10/month and unlock:Curated tech news with my expert commentary. Sneak peeks of upcoming product reviews. Ad-free website access, supporting independent Australian media. Don't miss out!Upgrade now and get the complete BTTR experience. Plus, I'm always eager to hear your thoughts – what tech topics should I cover next? Let me know! Until next week, – Nick @ BTTR
Ankarsrum Assistent Original stand mixer review: Kneadful things

1 month ago | bttr.reviews | Nick Broughall

ProsIncredible build qualityVersatile mixer, with optional accessoriesPowerful motor with few moving parts ConsCookbook needs more recipesIt is expensive Email sent! Check your inbox to complete your signup. One of my favourite things since I launched BTTR is stepping out of my comfort zone when it comes to product reviews. Iāve been testing tech and writing about it professionally since the early 2000s.
OPPO Reno13 5G review: Battery for days

1 month ago | bttr.reviews | Nick Broughall

ProsImpressive battery life80W fast charging, with charger in the box!IP69 rating, stylish design ConsPre-loaded with bloatwareSeems a little pricier than it should beNo wireless charging Email sent! Check your inbox to complete your signup. While some brands (like Apple) are like clockwork with their annual product updates, others are a little less regular.
Just me coming to terms with what Google's I/O announcements mean for the Internet

1 month ago | bttr.reviews | Nick Broughall

Software — 7 min read Email sent! Check your inbox to complete your signup. Google I/O kicked off overnight. I didn't get up; I've found it hard to get excited by product announcements for a company whose monopolistic tendencies almost wiped out BTTR last year. Last night's announcements have left me feeling worse about things.