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

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Don't pay AU$699 for premium headphones — these 8 discounted sets are my favourites, with up to 63% off

By Max Langridge

I love hearing new headphones, but I don't love their high prices — these 8 pairs on sale in the Prime Big Deal Days sale all get my seal of approval.

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I thought the Philips Baristina for AU$419 was the coffee machine deal of the year — now it’s AU$359 and I’m eating my shoes

By Max Langridge

The Philips Baristina is a popular espresso machine that's easy to master — and it's now dropped to its lowest-ever price in the Prime Big Deal Days sale.

De'Longhi Magnifica Evo and De'Longhi Eletta Explore placed on a kitchen counter.

From everyday café favourites to cold brew and cold foam, these two De’Longhi machines suit very different coffee lovers

By Max Langridge

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As an audio expert, it's easy to recommend Sennheiser’s Momentum True Wireless 5 — but their equally competent predecessors are a lot cheaper

By Max Langridge

The Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 5 earbuds are undoubtedly impressive, but their arrival means the supremely talented True Wireless 4 have become a lot more affordable.

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Best wireless earbuds in Australia for 2026: I've compared countless pairs of wireless buds and these 9 are the top options for all budgets

By Max Langridge

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.

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

By Max Langridge

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

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I review headphones for a living — these are the 4 best noise cancelling headphones in Australia for all budgets

By Max Langridge

I've rounded up the best noise-cancelling headphones that will keep the world out and your music in.

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This 57% discount on the Jura S8 automatic coffee machine is so good, I did a double take

By Max Langridge

Swiss company, Jura, is an expert in all things automatic coffee machines, the premium S8 has now had its price slashed by over AU$2,000 for a limited time.

After road testing a suite of models, these are the 5 best dash cams I recommend to Aussie drivers

By Nico Arboleda

Every single dash cam on our list has been tried and tested by TechRadar's international team of experts, from top brands like Garmin, Viofo, Vantrue and more.

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Dyson's OnTrac headphones are discounted to AU$299 — as an audio expert, these are the 3 over-ears I would recommend instead

By Max Langridge

Dyson's second pair of headphones didn't meet its lofty expectations and has received a significant price cut as a result — but I still think there are better alternatives to look out for.

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Not sold the iPhone 18 Pro? There’s still time to grab the iPhone 17 Pro at a discount

By Max Langridge

The iPhone 18 Pro series might be stealing headlines right now, but that means the iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max have quietly gotten discounts.

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Just in time for the Aussie summer, there's up to AU$300 off some of Dyson's popular purifying fans

By Max Langridge

It’s easy peasy keeping breezy

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The NBN speed upgrades launched one year ago — here's how they’ve changed the face of Australian broadband

By Max Langridge

Australia's internet access changed for the better 12 months ago, following the arrival of a raft of speed boosts. We've looked at the figures to find out what's changed in the past year.

Man sitting at table wearing new AirPods 5 earbuds.

AirPods 5 just pulled off the impossible for Apple — more features, lower price

By Max Langridge

For a company that's been quite fond of price increases in recent times, a price drop on one of its most-popular products is welcomed with open arms.

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The best over-ear headphones in Australia for 2026: models for all budgets, all tested and approved by audio experts

By Max Langridge

Looking for the best-sounding over-ear headphones? These are the options you need to get the most out of your music.

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The best 65-inch TV in Australia: big screens for every budget

By Max Langridge

Updated We pick out the best 65-inch 4K TVs to complete your home theatre setup, no matter how much you want to spend.

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Best headphones in Australia 2026: the top models for all budgets, tested and approved by audio experts

By Max Langridge

Whether you need noise cancelling, wireless, wired or something else, these are the headphones you can buy in Australia today.

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Footy finals are a great reason to get a new TV — save AU$500 on bestsellers from LG, Sony, Samsung and more for a limited time

By Max Langridge

This limited-time saving applies to eligible TVs from AU$2,000, and also applies to eligible models already discounted.

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The best gaming TV in Australia for 2026, models for all budgets and all tested by our team of experts

By Max Langridge

Our guide to finding the best gaming TV for your PS5, Xbox Series X, or even last-gen console that will suit all budgets.

Breville Barista Express coffee machine in charcoal colour on a kitchen counter, next to a bag of coffee beans and a coffee mug.

The Breville Barista Express produces “consistently great espresso” — and it’s now dipped under AU$600

By Max Langridge

The Barista Express may be a few years old now, but for anyone seeking a reliable and capable at-home espresso machine, it's still one of the best you can find.

The best Vodafone mobile plans in Australia 2026

By Nico Arboleda

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.

NBN speed upgrades: everything you need to know about Australia's new, high-speed internet

By Max Langridge

NBN's accelerated speed tiers are now one-year old. If you're still unsure exactly what they're all about, let this guide tell you everything you need to know.

The best Optus mobile plans in 2026

By Nico Arboleda

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.

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Best prepaid mobile plans in Australia 2026

By Nico Arboleda

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.

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