Pane relief
After more than 10 years, a clever piece of technology inspired Metropol’s gadget guru Ian Knott to finally clean his windows. For those tired of struggling with hard-to-reach windows, or those like me who are simply too lazy to clean them, the Ecovacs Winbot W1 Pro is nothing less than a game-changer. The […]
Keeping bunnies
Sure, they’re cute, but rabbit ownership is a huge commitment with many things to consider. Here are some tips to keep your bunny happy and healthy… Children’s books have a lot to answer for when it comes to portraying rabbits as constantly munching carrots and lettuce. In fact outside of the occasional treat, […]
Sweet nostalgia in a clamshell
Sometimes revisiting where you’ve been is a refreshing way to move forward. Technology is no different, and Metropol’s gadget guru Ian Knott goes back to the future with one such gadget. THE GOOD: • Affordable • Satisfying clamshell flip design • Large buttons • FM radio, headphones included• Bluetooth and MP3s • Long […]
All chook up
The ins and outs of keeping chickens for fresh eggs at home. Keeping chickens at home can be a fulfilling and rewarding experience for many people. Not only can they provide fresh eggs, but they can also be entertaining and even educational. However, there are a few things you should consider before embarking […]
Astro A30 headphone review
Metropol’s tech guru Ian Knott takes a look at Logitech’s first gaming/lifestyle headphone release under its new Astro marque. The Astro A30 wireless headset is a versatile and high-quality audio device released under the Logitech brand. It is designed to work with a wide range of devices and platforms, including PlayStation, Xbox, […]
Working from home
If there’s one good thing that came from Covid-19, it’s the realisation that working from home can be beneficial in many ways, both for businesses and staff alike. Whether it be via Teams, Zoom or something else, regularly touching base with colleagues is essential to a successful working from home situation. And the […]
Prepared in all things
Italian Hi Fi manufacturers Sonus faber are well renowned for being the artisans of soundin the audio equipment world. Metropol’s gadget guy Ian Knott takes their latest wireless speaker, the super-stylish Omnia, for a test drive. A speaker is going to be seen at all times, something the designers at Sonus faber know […]
Craft your own gifts
Many of you will be familiar with Cricut crafting machines. The range of available accessories allows you to personalise gifts for friends and family. Metropol’s gadget guy Ian Knott checks out three of them. Back in February this year I reviewed the Cricut Maker 3, the precise card, paper and vinyl cutting machine […]
Instant lift
All-day computer use can play havoc with your hands and wrists, but this could be a thing of the past. With the new Lift Vertical Ergonomic Mouse from Logitech, the likelihood of overuse injuries such as carpal tunnel syndrome is minimised due to the hand and wrist being at a more natural angle. […]
Witness the fitness
Not all fitness watches are created equal. Metropol’s gadget guy Ian Knott looks at Suunto’s impressive flagship model, the 9 Peak. If I were a betting man, it’d be a fairly safe wager that as you are reading this you are either wearing, or at least own, a fitness watch of some sort. […]
