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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I compare NBN plans for a living – these are my 4 favourites for speed and savings in February 2026

By Max Langridge Published 3 February 26

You're not short of choice when deciding on an NBN plan – I've picked out my favourites for February that all offer speed and value.

I tried Vodafone’s 5G home internet service and found it to surpass expectations, but perhaps don’t get your hopes up

By Max Langridge Published 21 January 26

The Vodafone 5G home internet service proved to be a viable alternative to the NBN during my testing, but not everyone may have the same results.

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Better than Black Friday: the Apple Watch SE 3 at its lowest Aussie price of just AU$337 is fantastic value for a smartwatch

By Max Langridge Published 19 January 26

The Apple Watch SE 3 already represents sensational value for Apple fans, but it's now dropped to a new all-time low, making it a bonafide bargain.

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Aussies are flocking to high-speed NBN plans – here’s how to join them and the plans to get

By Max Langridge Published 13 January 26

It's been 4 months since NBN Co launched a series of upgraded speed tiers and, judging by the number of new sign ups, they're proving a bit hit with Australian customers.

Telstra NBN plans compared: every option from Australia’s largest telco

By Max Langridge Last updated 12 January 26

Compared We’re breaking down every plan across Telstra’s network to help you decide if it's the provider for you.

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Need a new speaker for Aussie summer parties? I’ve found 5 top models from JBL and UE – prices start at AU$61

By Max Langridge Published 8 January 26

A Bluetooth speaker is nigh-on a necessity for Aussie summer, and these models will keep the party going strong and all for an affordable price.

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Apple Boxing Day deals are still going strong – shop the last remaining discounts on iPads, Watches, MacBooks and more

By Max Langridge Last updated 27 December 25

Boxing Day sales are a great time to save on Apple tech, including iPhones, MacBooks and AirPods. We're tracking all the best deals so you don't miss a thing.

Amazon Boxing Day sale 2025 in Australia: all the insight and best deals for the final sale of the year

By Max Langridge, Lindsay Handmer Last updated 25 December 25

Amazon’s Boxing Day sale for 2025 is still going and, as ever, the TechRadar team will be hunting down the best deals on audio, appliances, tablets and more.

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AU$50 off the AirPods Pro 3 is the Christmas (deal) miracle I've been waiting for

By Max Langridge Published 23 December 25

The AirPods Pro 3 have been relatively immune to discounts since they launched in September, which makes this AU$50 saving at Amazon one to get excited about.

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The PlayStation 5 Slim plummets to just AU$477 – right in time for Christmas

By Max Langridge Published 19 December 25

The PS5 is one of the most popular games consoles for a reason, and it's now dropped to an astonishingly low price ahead of Christmas, in case you're after a gift for a young gamer.

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The ACCC's latest quarterly Broadband Report confirms what I already suspected: NBN Co's speedy new tiers are absolutely smashing it

By Max Langridge Published 17 December 25

If you've been holding off upgrading your NBN plan, there's now never been a better time, with official data confirming the upgraded speed tiers are well worth it.

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Keen to grab Sony’s flagship noise-cancelling headphones for the lowest price this Boxing Day? Go direct to the maker

By Max Langridge Last updated 17 December 25

I wasn’t convinced there was a need for the LG StanByMe 2 TV – but I’m completely sold on this rollable display after 3 weeks with it

By Max Langridge Published 11 December 25

The LG StanByMe 2 is a unique TV proposition and I wasn't sure I'd find a need for it at home – how wrong I was.

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Flip's affordable NBN plan pricing doesn't mean you'll be left high and dry if you ever need help

By Max Langridge Published 11 December 25

Finding an affordable and reliable NBN service is one thing, but can you be sure you'll get satisfactory support further down the line? This Aussie-owned telco stakes its reputation on it.

Telstra’s revised NBN plan pricing is a welcome change – but I’d still consider these 4 better-value providers first

By Max Langridge Published 4 December 25

Telstra, Australia's largest telecommunications provider, recently dropped the cost of its NBN plans – but there's still much better value to be found if you know where to look.

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Lenovo Black Friday laptop sales 2025 in Australia: the deals are done but there was up to 46% off

By Lindsay Handmer Last updated 3 December 25

Lenovo Australia's 2025 Black Friday sale is done but had a range of great deals with up to 46% off.

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Black Friday TV deals in Australia 2025: the best discounts still available to shop on LG, Samsung, Sony and more

By Max Langridge Last updated 1 December 25

Black Friday has officially ended, but some TV retailers have kept their deals live for a limited time.

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Ninja's Luxe Cafe just hit a record-low for Cyber Monday – and it's not the only coffee machine with a better-than-Black-Friday price

By Max Langridge Published 1 December 25

Cyber Monday deals have mere hours left, and I've found some fantastic offers on four top-rated coffee machines that are even lower than their Black Friday price.

Looking for a big screen this Black Friday? These are the best 75-inch Black Friday TV deals I’ve found so far

By Max Langridge Published 28 November 25

75-inch TVs are becoming increasingly popular in Australia for a reason – they offer a cinema-like experience and they don't cost a fortune, as these 3 Black Friday deals prove.

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As a TV reviewer, these are the 3 best 65-inch Black Friday TV deals I’ve found this year

By Max Langridge Published 26 November 25

A 65-inch TV is the most popular size in Australia, so I've found what I believe to be the top 3 Black Friday deals this shopping season.

Hunting for Black Friday headphone deals? I’ve found the best discounts on 4 of our favourite pairs – save up to 60%

By Max Langridge Published 26 November 25

Black Friday is a perfect time to score a new pair of headphones with a big discount and these 4 pairs are a perfect place to start.

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This Black Friday PS5 deal gets you the popular console for just AU$449 – but that's not all

By Max Langridge Published 20 November 25

The PS5 hasn't seen a major discount in some time, but for Black Friday it's now under AU$450 – there's a tempting discount on the PSVR 2, too.

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Exclusive: Score a selection of top-performing Breville machines at their lowest prices this Black Friday thanks to our coupon code

By Max Langridge Published 20 November 25

Breville makes some of the finest home coffee machines money can buy – and many are now discounted for Black Friday. Save even more using our exclusive coupon code.

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LG’s Aussie Black Friday sale slashes up to AU$3,800 off its superb OLED TVs when you bundle a soundbar

By Max Langridge Published 20 November 25

LG Australia's Black Friday sale is now live and it's throwing out some incredible offers on top-rated OLED TVs and soundbar bundles.

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The Ninja Café Luxe espresso machine drops to an all time Aussie low for Black Friday – grab one now from AU$629

By Max Langridge Published 19 November 25

The Ninja Luxe Café Premier espresso machine caused quite the stir when it launched in Australia – it's now available for its lowest price yet in the Black Friday sales.

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