Articles by Lindsay Handmer, Senior Writer – TechRadar Australia

Lindsay is an Australian tech journalist who has spent the last decade and a half writing about all things tech. After working in electronic repair and studying film production, he pivoted into print as the tech editor for PC PowerPlay magazine. Over the years Lindsay has contributed to many publications, including Popular Science, Gizmodo, Lifehacker, TechLife, PC Authority, APC and TechRadar. He loves getting deep into product testing and is especially passionate about energy storage (from power banks to off grid systems), solar, and automation. In his spare time he is usually found tinkering with an endless array of projects that involve too many LEDs or enjoying exploring the many waterways around Sydney.

Articles by: Lindsay Handmer

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Keen on NBN Co's big free speed boosts this September? You might also need a new router

By Zachariah Kelly published 15 August 25

Some NBN plans are about to get a monumental speed increase – but you may need to upgrade your router to take full advantage of them.

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DrayTek Vigor2865Lax-5G 5G NR AX3000 Wi-Fi 6 router review

By Lindsay Handmer published 4 August 25

Recommended

The DrayTek Vigor2865Lax-5G 5G NR AX3000 Wi-Fi 6 router is a versatile SME solution with high-speed 5G, VDSL and WAN connectivity that's ideal for flexible infrastructure needs.

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This is the best budget gaming laptop deal I've seen all year – grab an RTX 4050-powered HP Victus at its lowest price yet

By Lindsay Handmer published 30 July 25

The RTX 4050-powered HP Victus 15 gaming laptop is now available for just AU$879.20, the lowest price we've seen for this affordable machine

My torch collection is totally out of control, but these 6 Prime Day flashlight deals are seriously testing my willpower

By Lindsay Handmer published 14 July 25

Amazon has great deals on powerful pocket torches, headlamps, and even RGB options – all tested and approved by a true enthusiast.

EOFY laptop sales 2025: you can still score a great deal on 2-in-1s, gaming laptops, student picks and more

By Lindsay Handmer last updated 14 July 25

There's still time to save with an after EOFY deal on laptops, 2-in-1s and more, with discounts from top brands like Apple, Dell, Lenovo and HP.

The Australian TechRadar team was at Computex 2025 and here's what impressed us most

By Lindsay Handmer published 19 June 25

The Australian TechRadar team explores the most impressive innovations and cutting-edge technology on display at Computex 2025, the world’s largest PC and computing show.

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Sleek cases, smarter cooling and serious DIY spirit: Corsair's Computex 2025 highlights

By Lindsay Handmer published 17 June 25

From touchscreen side panels to modular cases, it was all about flexibility and flair

Bold designs, cutting-edge tech and gaming muscle: here's what impressed us most at MSI's Computex 2025 showing

By Lindsay Handmer published 17 June 25

MSI’s Computex 2025 showing was an interesting mix of unique design and serious hardware muscle, with everything from art-adorned laptops to retro-inspired GPUs and powerful gaming rigs on display.

No power? No problem! Big EOFY savings on EcoFlow power stations can keep you juiced up, wherever you are

By Lindsay Handmer published 12 June 25

EcoFlow’s EOFY sale delivers up to 45% off, with savings of up to AU$1,700 on portable power stations designed for camping, road trips, and off-grid adventures.

Synology BeeStation Plus on a desk at Computex 2025

At Computex 2025, Synology kept it practical and powerful – with just a hint of AI

By Lindsay Handmer published 10 June 25

We take a deeper look at the latest in Synology home and enterprise NAS at Computex 2025

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The Ecovacs Deebot X5 Pro Omni is an impressive robot vacuum with a feature-packed base station, let down slightly by a clunky app

By Lindsay Handmer published 12 May 25

The Ecovacs Deebot X5 Pro Omni is a feature-packed robovac with a powerful base station that delivers hands-free vacuuming and mopping, taking the effort out of cleaning.

The tiny-but-mighty Geekom A8 mini PC can tackle big workloads – and it’s up to 22% off right now

By Lindsay Handmer published 31 March 25

A tidy price drop makes the Geekom A8 Mini PC an easy pick for anyone after serious performance in a compact package.

I’ve used a lot of power banks, but the Baseus Blade Pro is the only one slim enough for my laptop sleeve

By Lindsay Handmer published 30 March 25

The Baseus Blade Pro combines a very slim design with 100W fast charging, real-time power monitoring and pass-through support, making it a top choice for use with laptops when on the go.

I’m a torch fanatic and these are the best AliExpress deals I already own

By Lindsay Handmer published 21 March 25

The AliExpress Anniversary Sale has great deals on powerful pocket torches, headlamps, and even RGB-lit options – all tested and approved by a true enthusiast.

2025 Australian PC Awards winners – all the gear experts reckon is better than the rest

By TechRadar Australia published 14 March 25

APCA 2024 TechRadar teamed up with experts from APC Magazine, PC Gamer and PC PowerPlay to find the best PC gear of the year.

When traveling with a high-performance laptop, the Anker 737’s 140W charging makes it my go-to power bank

By Lindsay Handmer published 2 March 25

Great Value

With a 140W output and a 24,000mAh capacity, the Anker 737 delivers ultra-fast charging for travel, work, and daily use.

The mighty ZMI No.20 is the power bank I reach for every day, whether at work or on the road

By Lindsay Handmer published 2 March 25

Great Value

With 100W output and a 25,000mAh battery, the ZMI No.20 is a premium power bank built for work, travel, and everyday use.

Iniu B6 power bank from the side, showing 100% capacity, and on a purple background.

I've used the Iniu B6 power bank for almost three years and it's still going strong

By Lindsay Handmer published 26 February 25

Great Value

An affordable yet surprisingly premium power bank with above-average test results and a great warranty.

An Apple Watch, iPhone and AirPods on the Journey Glyde 4-in-1 travel charger

I took the Journey Glyde on a four-week overseas trip and it barely kept up with my adventures

By Sharmishta Sarkar published 21 February 25

The Journey Glyde is a good wireless charging stand, but its high price isn’t worth the meager 10,000mAh backup.

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Best student laptop deals and sales: save big on your favourite brands

By Lindsay Handmer last updated 17 February 25

We’ve tracked down the best deals on student laptops to help you get on top of your studies in the 2024 school year.

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The best student laptops in Australia for: the top back-to-school options

By Lindsay Handmer last updated 3 February 25

Buying Guide The best laptops for students from Apple, Lenovo, Dell, Microsoft and more.

Acer Swift Go, Espon Printer, Fitbit Ace 3 and iPad 10.2-inch on a green background

The best back-to-school tech for Aussie students

By Sharmishta Sarkar last updated 12 January 25

Buying Guide Help the kids achieve academic success in the 2024 school year with the best back-to-school tech.

Dreame X40 Ultra review: the smartest robovac yet

By Lindsay Handmer published 3 January 25

The Dreame X40 Ultra is very smart and more than capable of handling complex vacuum and mopping tasks, but is it worth the premium price?

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Best Boxing Day discounts 2024 in Australia: shop the best remaining deals

By Sharmishta Sarkar, Lindsay Handmer last updated 26 December 24

The 2024 Boxing Day sales in Australia has kicked off and we're here to help you find the best deals.

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Cyber Monday Apple deals 2024: the 15+ best Aussie discounts on the Apple Watch, AirPods, iPhones, iPads and more

By Max Delaney last updated 3 December 24

Cyber Weekend is over, but we've still got you covered if you're after a discount on premium Apple products.

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