Articles by Max Langridge, Senior Editor, Home Entertainment & Broadband (APAC)

Max is a senior staff writer for TechRadar, covering home entertainment and audio first, searching for the best NBN plans second and virtually anything else that falls under the consumer electronics umbrella third. Max started his career at What Hi-Fi?. In the three years he spent there, he went from not knowing what a DAC was, to demonstrating expert knowledge of brands, their latest releases and which ones could be deemed the best.

He took this knowledge and newfound passion across to Pocket-lint, where he spent a couple of years getting stuck into reviewing soundbars, headphones, home speaker systems and TVs, alongside producing a range of news and features for the day-to-day running of the site.

Max generated a new passion for fitness and health in the last few years, not only learning about how to keep himself fit in the gym, but how a range of wearable devices can prove to be expert assistants. He continued his writing in the men’s lifestyle space, before returning to consumer technology with Future where he is now also the editor of Australian Hi-Fi and Audio Esoterica magazines.

When he’s got some spare time, Max takes himself to the gym. He has dreams of one day learning to DJ.

Articles by: Max Langridge

De'Longhi, KitchenAid, Breville and Lavazzaa coffee machines on a pink background with "Don't miss" text in white.

Grounds for celebration: these 6 coffee machine deals are too hard to resist in Afterpay Day sales

By Max Langridge published 20 March 26

Whether you prefer a fully-automatic, manual or capsule coffee machine, there are plenty available at great prices for Afterpay Day.

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Afterpay Day has delivered some exceptional headphone deals – as TechRadar AU's resident expert, these 5 have my seal of approval

By Max Langridge published 19 March 26

With top brands including Sony, Sonos, Bose and JBL all discounted, now is a fantastic time to upgrade your personal audio.

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Holy dustballs! Samsung's self-emptying cordless vacuums are up to AU$700 off

By Max Langridge published 18 March 26

The Apple AirPods Pro 3 are a no-brainer for iPhone users — and this Amazon deal makes them even more enticing

By Max Langridge published 17 March 26

The AirPods Pro 3, unfortunately, launched in Australia at a higher price than their predecessor, but this Amazon Big Smile Sale discount makes them a much more attractive proposition.

The best mesh Wi-Fi systems in Australia for 2026: top systems for home or work

By Lindsay Handmer last updated 17 March 26

Updated From Netgear Orbi to Google Wifi, these are the best Wi-Fi mesh systems you can buy today.

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Lego Smart Play has revolutionised the popular building blocks — and these 8 Star Wars sets are discounted in the Big Smile Sale

By Max Langridge published 17 March 26

If you've had your eye on the new, interactive Lego Star Wars sets, now's the perfect time to grab them at a discount.

Samsung’s S95F was “easily one of the best OLED TVs of 2025” – and it’s currently AU$1,200 off for a limited time

By Max Langridge published 15 March 26

The 2026 TechRadar Australian PC Awards — all the winners revealed!

By Ben Mansill, Lindsay Handmer published 15 March 26

TechRadar has teamed up with experts from PC Gamer, Tom’s Guide, Windows Central and APC magazine to find the best PC gear of the year.

Best NBN 1000 plans: I've compared your options for ultrafast gigabit internet

By Max Langridge last updated 13 March 26

If you’re looking for the a super speedy broadband connection in Australia, I’ll help you decide which NBN 1000 plan is best.

Optus NBN plans compared: best option for every need

By Max Langridge last updated 13 March 26

Compared We’ve taken a closer look at each of Optus' NBN plans to help you make the right choice.

Fastest NBN plans: my top picks for high-speed internet, for all budgets

By Max Langridge last updated 13 March 26

Updated As TechRadar's NBN expert, I've sifted through all the NBN offerings to find you the fastest plans at the best prices.

Compare the best mobile phone plans and deals in Australia

By Max Langridge last updated 13 March 26

Compared The best mobile phone plans in Australia should provide balance of price and data that benefit an array of customers. We've found eight plans that do just that.

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Best prepaid mobile plans in Australia 2026

By Max Langridge last updated 12 March 26

Compared These are the best prepaid plans in Australia, offering flexibility on your phone bill, with ways to save money and no lock-in contracts.

I'll never go back to just TV speakers after upgrading to a Sonos home theatre system — and this official sale is a great time to check out the difference for yourself

By Max Langridge published 12 March 26

The Sonos March Madness sale is now live with up to 25% off a range of talented speakers and soundbars — I can't recommend them though, especially at these prices.

The best Optus mobile plans in 2026

By Max Langridge last updated 12 March 26

Compared If you’re considering a new mobile plan with Optus, we’ve selected the best deals the carrier has to offer across some of the best phones.

The best Vodafone mobile plans in Australia 2026

By Max Langridge last updated 11 March 26

Compared Looking for affordability from Australia's big three telcos? These are the best that Vodafone has to offer on the best Apple and Android phones.

Best NBN provider: who has Australia’s top internet service?

By Max Langridge last updated 10 March 26

Compared I've compared over 30 of Australia’s most popular internet providers to find out which is worth your money

Click Frenzy 2026: everything you need to know about the PayPal Frenzy sale

By Max Langridge last updated 6 March 26

Click Frenzy is back with PayPal Frenzy — the first sales event on the ever-growing calendar.

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As an NBN expert, I can’t believe how affordable Kogan Internet’s NBN 500 plan is — and it's just scored another price drop

By Max Langridge published 3 March 26

If you're looking for a more affordable NBN plan, then there's one provider that's a clear winner in my book.

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Need new earbuds? 20% off the Samsung Galaxy Buds4 Pro is a fantastic preorder deal — but you'll need to be quick

By Max Langridge published 3 March 26

Cheaper than the AirPods Pro 3 even at full price, Samsung’s newest buds are a fantastic buy at launch for AU$319, with shipping starting March 11.

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I use this affordable JBL turntable at home and I can’t recommend it highly enough for anyone putting together their first hi-fi system

By Max Langridge last updated 19 February 26

If the vinyl revival has you champing at the bit to find an affordable but capable turntable, this model from JBL is a surefire winner – and it's discounted too.

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Best 55-inch TVs in Australia for all budgets and all tested by our TV experts

By Max Langridge last updated 18 February 26

A 55-inch TV ticks multiple boxes, including ideal size, availability and most importantly, price. These are the sets we recommend based on our testing.

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Bafflingly, over half of Aussie households have said 'no thanks' to NBN Co's speedy new tiers

By Max Langridge published 12 February 26

Despite NBN Co making it easier than ever to upgrade to a fast NBN plan, it seems millions of Australians have yet to jump on the bandwagon.

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Superloop’s new NBN Super Speed Sale just slashed the price of its 1Gbps plan to AU$79 a month

By Max Langridge published 12 February 26

Superloop has dropped a surprise sale across its entire NBN plan lineup, and with low-cost plans par for the course, now could be a great time for you to rethink your NBN service at home.

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Best wireless earbuds in Australia for 2026: the top Bluetooth buds and AirPods alternatives for all budgets

By Max Langridge last updated 10 February 26

Our team of reviewers have spent hundreds of hours testing wireless earbuds, so I'm confident in recommending the best pairs in this in-depth guide.

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