Nick Broughall

Australia

Group Publisher at Finder

Founder, Publisher and Editor at BTTR

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

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Apple's AI failure could be its best product in years

1 week 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?

2 weeks 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

2 weeks 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

2 weeks 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

2 weeks 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.
Is thin in? Samsung's latest phone and the joys of juicing

3 weeks 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
An appreciation post for the Australian "HBO" Max social team

3 weeks ago | bttr.reviews | Nick Broughall

Email sent! Check your inbox to complete your signup. There's no question that the executives at Warner Bros get paid too much. This week, the company announced it was rebranding its streaming platform to "HBO Max" from "Max". This move comes two years after the leadership team decided to rebrand the service to "Max" from – you guessed it – "HBO Max".
Your ears will be the big winner with the arrival of Sony's latest noise cancelling headphones

3 weeks ago | bttr.reviews | Nick Broughall

Email sent! Check your inbox to complete your signup. It's hard to believe we are coming up to 10 years since Sony launched its flagship WH-1000X series of headphones. The first generation launched in 2016, but it was the second-gen WH-1000XM2 where I first got to experience just how good Sony was at balancing audio quality and noise cancellation.
Ring Outdoor Cam Plus review: All in the details

3 weeks ago | bttr.reviews | Nick Broughall

ProsEasy to set up2K video looks goodDual-band Wi-Fi for better connection ConsBattery still uses Micro USB to charge!So many features require subscription Email sent! Check your inbox to complete your signup. Ring may have established itself as a dominant home security player thanks to its video doorbells, but has been rolling out comprehensive home security camera options over the years as well.
Droners will love the new DJI Mavic 4 Pro

3 weeks ago | bttr.reviews | Nick Broughall

Drones — 4 min read Email sent! Check your inbox to complete your signup. The new DJI Mavic 4 Pro drone can apparently transmit HD video over a distance of 30km. Thirty freakin' kilometres! Ignoring things like interference and no fly zones, that means you could feasibly fly the drone from the top of the Sydney Tower Eye to the centre of the Liverpool CBD, enjoying a HD stream of footage as you flew.