Time to get crafty
The Cricut Maker 3 is a machine that has the potential to change the appearance of almost everything in your home. Metropol’s gadget guru Ian Knott gets his art and craft on. If you’re of the crafty persuasion, in that you have a spare room at home full of material, card, coloured paper, glue, buttons, […]
The sound of silence
True noise cancellation can weirdly center you in the moment, and remove you from it simultaneously. Metropol’s gadget guru Ian Knott experiences Sony’s latest headphones. There are many models of headphones on the market that have ‘noise reduction’, which relies mainly on the seal of the padding around the ears, some more successful than others. […]
Blooming beauties: Bloomscape
Known to be a mood booster and improver of air quality, houseplants are a gentle source of well-being for your home or office. Choose wisely, though. Consider how much time and effort that you want to invest in helping them thrive, not just survive. Bloomscape in Kaiapoi will advise you on what’s best – from […]
Sound so good, it’s Majik
If you are looking for authentic hi-fi experience without the fuss, the Linn Majik DSM just might be for you. Metropol’s gadget guru Ian Knott checks out the spectacular network music player. Before I begin, it’s worth getting one thing out in the open: If you drive a Bugatti Veyron and insist on forcing $80 […]
Gadget gift guide
Logitech G435 Wireless Headset Easily the most comfortable headset I’ve worn, the Logitech G435 are Bluetooth compatible or using the Lightspeed USB dongle. Great sound quality and a built-in, non-invasive microphone. They’re super light and carbon neutral too. $249 Sony Alpha 7 IV With a 33MP image sensor that produces rich images, the full-frame Alpha […]
What’s under the tree? Coco Gifts
A ‘one-stop shop’ for gifts, there really is something for everyone. “We have your Christmas checklist covered,” says Coco Gifts owner Liz van Montfort. From classic and contemporary homeware and giftware, jewellery, handbags and accessories, to diffusers, beautiful candles, baby gifts, skincare, and gourmet food items, the extensive range and complimentary gift wrapping makes shopping […]
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