Monthly Archives: June 2024

Review: Crucial P5 Plus 2TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 SSD (CT2000P5PSSD8) @PCIe3.0x4

Posted on June 29, 2024 by lui_gough

During the height of the flash memory oversupply, decent 2TB SSDs could be had for about AU$130. This Crucial P5 Plus, bought via Amazon US, is an example. Having dealt with the YMTC mess and being essentially two SSDs down, … Continue reading →

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Quick Review: Formuler Z mini Android OTT Media Streamer

Posted on June 29, 2024 by lui_gough

While I was away on holiday, I got a nice e-mail letting me know that I was one of five who won a Formuler Z mini TV streaming device, as part of their launch celebration competition. Upon my return, I … Continue reading →

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470lm of Fun: Click 6W | IKEA Solhetta LED 3.4W LED2218G3 | 2.9W LED2018G3

Posted on June 25, 2024 by lui_gough

Ever since I cracked open a light globe as a child and cut myself rather badly, I’ve always been captivated by lighting technology. As something most people take for granted on a daily basis, I’ve watched in awe as lighting … Continue reading →

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Review: WD PC SN740 2TB 2230 NVMe SSD (SDDPTQE-2T00) @PCIe3.0x4

Posted on June 24, 2024 by lui_gough

The flash memory oversupply is likely to be over, as SSD prices have started trending upward again. While a 2TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe drive could be had for under AU$130 around nine months ago, prices are edging higher towards AU$180-220 … Continue reading →

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Visited: ElectroneX Expo (19-20 June 2024)

Posted on June 24, 2024 by lui_gough

ElectroneX visits Sydney once every two years, which just so happens to be this year. I went along on Wednesday 19th June to see what’s new and to catch-up with a few “old friends” in the industry. It’s been a … Continue reading →

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Review, Teardown: IKEA Barlast 9.5W 25cm 900lm 2700K LED Oyster (005.260.31/21633)

Posted on June 16, 2024 by lui_gough

Visiting IKEA is something that I do on a near-annual basis. I rarely have a need for furnishing, but often I like to visit to see what’s new in terms of electronic stuff and pick up a few accessories for … Continue reading →

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Quick Review: Iniu Swooshcord 100W USB-C to C (DI-D5CC) & Classic 3.1A USB-A to C (DI-D3C)

Posted on June 16, 2024 by lui_gough

I’ve previously reviewed Iniu powerbanks (10,500mAh, 20,000mAh) and been fairly satisfied with them. Since the reviews, I have bought another four of my own and they haven’t skipped a beat. When I saw a promotional discount on Iniu cables, I … Continue reading →

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Tech Flashback: Micra Digital 10/100Mbit/s Network Kit (2 Card PCI Pack)

Posted on June 16, 2024 by lui_gough

From time to time, I go thrift shopping hoping to find something vintage and interesting for a reasonable price. Unfortunately, when it comes to technology, it seems many of the thrift shops that remain just don’t have an appreciation for … Continue reading →

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Quick Review, Teardown: Orico M2PV-C3 USB-C 10Gbit/s M.2 SSD Enclosure

Posted on June 10, 2024 by lui_gough

I had previously bought some inexpensive Orico USB-C enclosures for M.2 SSDs. I wasn’t too pleased in the end with the build quality overall and the thermals seemed sub-optimal as it featured a heatsink but only to the closed internal … Continue reading →

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Review, Tested: SmallRig 4333 EN-EL25 USB-C Rechargeable Camera Battery

Posted on June 9, 2024 by lui_gough

Guess what? I’m on holiday overseas now [well, I was at the time of drafting this] and one of my favourite hobbies away from home is photography. Recently, I decided to upgrade to a Nikon Z 30 mirrorless camera as … Continue reading →

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Visited: Vivid Sydney 2024 – Pt 2: Dawes Pt, Barangaroo, Darling Hbr & Goods Line (+ Cinewav Bonus)

Posted on June 8, 2024 by lui_gough

In this post, I continue my journey around Vivid Sydney 2024. By now, I’m at the other end of the overseas passenger terminal, closing in on Dawes Point, headed towards the remainder of the exhibits. “SYNTHETIC HUM(AI)NITY” The ASN Clock … Continue reading →

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Visited: Vivid Sydney 2024 – Pt 1: Around Circular Quay

Posted on June 8, 2024 by lui_gough

Another year, another Vivid Sydney! Running from 24th May to 15th June, this is a night-time festival of lights. Despite being extremely busy since my return from holidays (and dealing with a number of emergencies), I managed to make time … Continue reading →

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Review: Kaiweets KTI-W01 Thermal Imaging Camera (256×192/50mK/25Hz/3.2″/32GB)

Posted on June 2, 2024 by lui_gough

It’s been quite quiet here for the past few months, as I was on an extended vacation. While overseas, I received an e-mail from a representative of Kaiweets which asked whether I’d be interested in reviewing a thermal camera – … Continue reading →

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