Nick Ross

Edmonton, Sydney

Technology Journalist and Editor at Freelance

Technology Journalist and Editor at SMBtech

Tech journo & editor: SMBtech, High Performance Laptops, APC, TechRadar, PC Gamer, ConnectedAV, iTWire, IoTHub & CRN. Digital Publishing Consultant. ABC NBN guy

Articles

HP OfficeJet 8130E Printer Review: $200 MFD With Ink Subscription

6 days ago | itwire.com | Nick Ross

HPHP's OfficeJet 8130E is a low-cost, fully-featured, A4, office all-in-one, colour inkjet printer designed for SMBs and home offices. But, the real story is the ink. The initial set-up is simple thanks to a (generally responsive) colour touchscreen on the front of the device - follow the prompts and scan a QR code to download the HP Smart app and then connect it to your Wi-Fi (802.11a/b/g/n/ac) network.
Moneytech Launches Xero Integration

1 week ago | smbtech.au | Nick Ross

Australian non-bank lender Moneytech has integrated its finance platform with accounting software provider Xero, aiming to reduce paperwork and deliver faster credit decisions for small businesses. The connection allows businesses using Xero to link directly to Moneytech’s Partnr platform, providing a secure, read-only view of their live financial data. This enables quicker and more tailored funding options across Moneytech’s full suite of products.
Synology Launches Cloud-Based Multi-Site Surveillance Platform

2 weeks ago | smbtech.au | Nick Ross

Synology has introduced C2 Surveillance, a new cloud-based video monitoring platform designed to streamline deployment and management of surveillance systems, particularly for businesses operating across multiple locations. The service is built on a Video Surveillance as a Service (VSaaS) model and removes the need for traditional on-premise servers, offering a lightweight, centrally managed alternative that uses cloud infrastructure to maintain continuity and scalability.
Synology Launches BeeStation Plus Backup Device

2 weeks ago | smbtech.au | Nick Ross

Synology has launched BeeStation Plus, the latest in its plug-and-play BeeStation lineup, aiming to support homes and workgroups with larger storage needs and improved app performance. The new device offers 8TB of built-in storage and promises up to 4.8 times the performance of the original BeeStation. It targets families, creative professionals and small teams seeking more control over their data without relying entirely on cloud services.
HP OmniBook X Flip 14 Laptop Review: 28 Hour Battery Life

3 weeks ago | itwire.com | Nick Ross

HPLThe HP OmniBook X Flip 14 is the 'lesser' version of its OmniBook Ultra sibling that impressed us last year. But, how lesser is it? Can you save money and get identical functionality? The HP OmniBook X Flip 14 tablet-cum-laptop has a sandblasted-metal chassis, with a feels-premium, deep-blue finish. It's got a slightly different configuration to the Ultra, but both are just 15mm thick.
Cisco Report Finds Cybersecurity Readiness Lags As Ai Risks Rise

3 weeks ago | smbtech.au | Nick Ross

Only 3 per cent of Australian organisations have reached a mature level of cybersecurity readiness, according to Cisco’s 2025 Cybersecurity Readiness Index. The report outlines persistent gaps in security capabilities as businesses contend with rising Ai-related threats, complex infrastructure, and an ongoing shortage of skilled professionals. Cisco’s latest study found that 82 per cent of organisations in Australia experienced security incidents involving Ai in the past year.
RMIT Creates Eye For Ai

3 weeks ago | smbtech.au | Nick Ross

Engineers at RMIT University have developed a neuromorphic device that mimics the human brain’s visual processing, marking a potential step towards low-power, real-time machine vision systems for autonomous vehicles and robotics. The single-pixel prototype is capable of detecting motion, storing visual memories and processing optical signals — all without relying on external computers.
May 2025 Group Test Results

1 month ago | itwire.com | Nick Ross

HPLEvery month at High Performance Laptops, we publish a group test which ranks the best laptops in the market according to their updated prices and availability. There's been a big update for May 2025. You can read the full Top 30 Best Laptops article, here.
Synology Launches DS1825+ And DS1525+ NAS Devices For Scalable Business Storage

1 month ago | smbtech.au | Nick Ross

Synology has expanded its DiskStation range with the launch of two new models targeting professional users and small to medium businesses. The DS1825+ and DS1525+ are designed to meet growing demands for data management and offer high-throughput performance, built-in expansion options and compatibility with Synology’s ecosystem of backup, cloud and surveillance tools. “These two models offer a powerful foundation for data management and collaboration,” said Owen Liao, Product Manager at Synology.
MSI's 2025 Raider Is Set To Be World's Best Gaming Laptop

1 month ago | itwire.com | Nick Ross

At a glanceThe first thing you'll notice is the size. It has a massive18-inch screen but it's on a 17-inch body. And what a body it is. The black chassis starts-off discreetly as an unassuming - yet imperious - monolith, when idle. But fire up the RGB and the difference is night and day: you're suddenly beholding arguably the best-looking gaming machine on the market.