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Alex Kidman

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A multi-award winning journalist, Alex has written about consumer technology for over 20 years. He has written and edited for virtually every Australian tech publication including Gizmodo, CNET, PC Magazine, Kotaku and more. He has also been the Editor of Gizmodo Australia, PC Mag Australia, CNET.com.au and the Tech and Telco section at Finder. Alex has a Bachelor of Arts from the University of New England and a serious passion for retro gaming.

Latest articles by Alex Kidman

474 articles written by this author

Apple HomePod 2nd Gen review: Yes, it’s better

Apple’s HomePod is back, and you’d be fairly hard-pressed to pick the differences in the second-generation model right now.

Alex Kidman 7 February 2023
Apple HomePod 2nd Gen review: Yes, it’s better

Creality Ender-3 S1 Pro Review: Plenty of creative potential, but you’ll need patience too

Creality’s Ender-3 S1 Pro can deliver great 3D printing results… with a little patience.

Alex Kidman 6 February 2023
Creality Ender-3 S1 Pro Review: Plenty of creative potential, but you’ll need patience too

Apple Mac Mini M2 Pro review: A tale of two computers

Apple’s upgraded Mac Mini packs in a lot of power within its tiny frame, but you need to carefully select the right model for your needs.

Alex Kidman 4 February 2023
Apple Mac Mini M2 Pro review: A tale of two computers

Apple MacBook Pro M2 Max 16-inch review: Next-level power

Creative professionals who need on-the-go power will find plenty to like in the upgraded M2 models.

Alex Kidman 3 February 2023
Apple MacBook Pro M2 Max 16-inch review: Next-level power

Samsung Galaxy S23 range: Australian specs, price and availability

As expected, Samsung's got a trio of fancy new smartphones to kickstart its 2023 smartphone strategy.

Alex Kidman 2 February 2023
Samsung Galaxy S23 range: Australian specs, price and availability

Hands-on with Samsung Galaxy S23: Which model is best?

We went hands on with Samsung's new Galaxy S23 range to determine which one is best.

Alex Kidman 2 February 2023
Hands-on with Samsung Galaxy S23: Which model is best?

Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 review: Slight improvements only

Samsung’s updated Galaxy Watch 5 matches style with improved battery life, but it’s predictably best suited for Samsung phone users.

Alex Kidman 16 December 2022
Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 review: Slight improvements only

Apple Watch Ultra review: Not just for the fitness fanatics

There's a lot to like in the Apple Watch Ultra if you’re into ultramarathons or diving into the ocean's depths.

Alex Kidman 1 December 2022
Apple Watch Ultra review: Not just for the fitness fanatics

Huawei Watch GT 3 SE review: Great battery life but limited smartwatch appeal

The Huawei Watch GT 3 SE is a lower-cost variant of the company's GT 3 smartwatch.

Alex Kidman 22 November 2022
Huawei Watch GT 3 SE review: Great battery life but limited smartwatch appeal

Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 review: Still good, but updates are minor

Microsoft hasn’t done much other than boost up the internal processor in the Surface Laptop 5.

Alex Kidman 18 November 2022
Microsoft Surface Laptop 5 review: Still good, but updates are minor
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