Articles by Sharmishta Sarkar, Managing Editor (APAC)

Sharmishta is TechRadar's Managing Editor for the APAC region, looking after the day-to-day functioning of the Australian, New Zealand and Singaporean editions of the site. This includes managing not just the usual news, reviews and features coverage for the APAC editions of TechRadar, but she also spearheads the ecommerce content drive for several of Future's Australian publications. She also helps with onboarding and training new starters at Future's Australian office. Her expertise lies in photography, having been reviewing cameras and lenses for the last seven years. This has led to her also becoming the Managing Editor of the Australian edition of Digital Camera World. She's also quite the expert on ereaders and E Ink tablets on account of being an avid reader, and she's appeared on Singaporean radio a couple of times to talk about these underrated devices. She's also built up quite a lot of knowledge on smart home gizmos and helps review home and kitchen appliances on TechRadar. In addition to her duties on TechRadar and Digital Camera World, she also helps out on Tom's Guide and T3, both of which have Australian editions.

Articles by: Sharmishta Sarkar

Samsung Jet 95S cordless vacuum with accessories on its stand beside a bookshelf

I just gave this stick vacuum 5 stars and now it's half off — get the Samsung Jet 95S for just AU$399

By Sharmishta Sarkar Published 6 August 26

The Samsung Jet 95S is remarkably easy to recommend even at full price but, at half price, it's even better value with excellent suction and performance.

Writer holding two cordless stick vacuums, with 6 more resting on a sofa, and a carpeted panel on the floor

I'm a floorcare expert and these are the 9 best vacuum cleaners in Australia I recommend for different households

By Sharmishta Sarkar Last updated 6 August 26

If you're unsure what kind of vacuum would best suit your home's needs, allow me to break it down from you and help you choose between a corded, cordless or robot vacuum.

A person holding the Samsung Jet 95S over a carpet

I spent two months cleaning with the Samsung Jet 95S stick vacuum and I’m shocked at how well it performs — and for a good price too

By Sharmishta Sarkar Published 5 August 26

Editor's Choice

The Samsung Jet 95S outperforms some of Dyson’s more powerful and expensive cordless vacuums, but won’t cost you as much.

The white Kobo Libra Colour as the best ereader on a blue background

I've tested over 20 E Ink tablets in the last decade and these are the best ereaders and digital notebooks I recommend right now

By Sharmishta Sarkar Last updated 4 August 26

Join the digital reading revolution with one of our top-rated ebook readers from Kindle, Kobo and more

The best tablet in Australia in 2026: top iPads and Android tablets, tested and recommended by experts

By Nico Arboleda Last updated 4 August 26

While Apple and Samsung continue to rule the tablet market in Australia, a few other contenders are also worth looking at — with different strengths to suit specific needs and, importantly, budgets.

The Desky CoilFlex office chair on a rug next to a lamp and a plant

I tried Desky’s CoilFlex Ergonomic office chair and its puzzling design choices overshadow an otherwise solid mid-range option

By Nico Arboleda Published 31 July 26

Aussie-owned Desky’s mid-range offering has enough adjustability to fit taller users, but the verdict’s still out on the seat’s durability.

I've tested dozens of ereaders and these are the best Kindles I recommend for every use case and budget

By Sharmishta Sarkar Last updated 27 July 26

Kindles come in different sizes and with different features, from budget ereaders to premium epaper note takers. So allow me to help you decide between a Paperwhite, Scribe and the Colorsoft.

Dreame Aqua10 Roller robot vacuum on a black and brown background with a TechRadar deal badge for price cut

I use the premium Dreame Aqua10 Ultra robovac in my own home, but this alternative at 44% off is a smarter buy

By Sharmishta Sarkar Published 24 July 26

With relatively minor differences, the Dreame Aqua10 Roller for AU$1,387 is excellent value, and it's a fraction of the price of its upgraded model.

A wallpaper displayed on the 3rd generation Kindle Scribe lying on a table beside a notebook, glasses and some books

'Bigger, brighter and lighter': It was love at first use with the 3rd-generation Amazon Kindle Scribe (2025), but its height and price make it unwieldy

By Sharmishta Sarkar Published 24 July 26

Recommended

The 3rd generation Kindle Scribe is arguably Amazon's best epaper note-taking tablet yet, and a fabulous upgrade if you wait for it to be discounted.

Best beginner DSLR cameras: we've tested top entry-level choices for new photographers

By Timothy Coleman Last updated 23 July 26

Updated Our round-up of the best beginner DSLR cameras will help you find the perfect entry-level option for your budget.

Boox Go 10.3 (Gen II) Lumi and its InkSense Plus stylus lying on a laptop

The Onyx Boox Go 10.3 (Gen II) Lumi is a good Android-toting Kindle Scribe alternative, but it disappoints in a couple of key areas

By Sharmishta Sarkar Published 16 July 26

By just adding a screen light, the Boox Go 10.3 (Gen II) Lumi’s usability is better than its predecessor, but the writing experience is its biggest disappointment.

The best Canon camera: Canon's finest DSLR, mirrorless and compact cameras

By Timothy Coleman Last updated 15 July 26

Updated Trying to find the best Canon camera for you? We've ranked our favorite current models for all types of shooting situations and budgets.

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Amazon Prime Day 2026 in Australia: last chance to score a great bargain this July

By Sharmishta Sarkar Last updated 13 July 26

Grab months of free Kindle Unlimited, Audible of Music Unlimited, or save on premium tech before the sale ends tonight

I'm a floor-care expert and these are the best Prime Day vacuum cleaner deals I recommend for Aussie homes

By Sharmishta Sarkar Last updated 13 July 26

Hurry and grab some record-low discounts on top-rated vacuum cleaners of all kinds — from stick vacs to robovacs, even corded or handheld — before Prime Day ends July 13.

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Forget the Kindle Scribe: I've tested the ViWoods AiPaper and it's the better epaper writing tablet at 33% off for Prime Day

By Sharmishta Sarkar Published 13 July 26

It used to be listed for over a grand when it first showed up on Amazon AU, but now it's just AU$599, making it cheaper than any of Amazon's latest Kindle Scribes.

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The best Aussie Prime Day deals you missed — and 10 exceptional ones you can still nab

By Sharmishta Sarkar Published 12 July 26

Prime Day 2026 is coming to a close and although many noteworthy deals have sold out, but there are still some deep discounts that you absolutely shouldn't miss.

Kindle Paperwhite and Colorsoft ereaders

Read all about it: as an ereader expert, I'm chuffed that Prime Day Kindle deals see the best ones drop to all-time low prices

By Sharmishta Sarkar Last updated 9 July 26

You can kindle your digital reading passion for as low as AU$140 / NZ$146! I haven't seen these kind of Kindle deals in a very long time.

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The Logitech Lift is the best ergonomic mouse I’ve tried — and this Prime Day deal drops it to a record-low price of just AU$58.34 / NZ$74.39

By Sharmishta Sarkar Published 7 July 26

Get a whisper-quiet ergonomic mouse that’s so comfortable, your wrist will love you for it — and it doesn't cost the earth either.

The Ninja DoubleStack air fryer on a kitchen counter with plates of food and the TechRadar badge for Amazon Prime Day

The Ninja DoubleStack at a record-low price of AU$189.95 is my pick of the best Prime Day air fryer deal — but there's more where that came from

By Sharmishta Sarkar Published 7 July 26

With record-low prices on some of the best air fryers money can buy, now is a good time to grab a scrumptious discount, with prices from just AU$93.

No, you're not dream(e)ing — there's up to a whopping 73% off a selection of our favourite Dreame robot vacuums and haircare tools for Prime Day

By Sharmishta Sarkar Published 6 July 26

The best DSLR camera: top choices for photography and video, still available new

By Timothy Coleman Last updated 3 July 26

Updated Welcome to my guide to the best DSLR cameras you can buy new today. From beginner-friendly picks to pro powerhouses, these are the best around, fully tested by us.

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BookTok is obsessed with this Amazon reading chair—and it pairs perfectly with the Kindle Colorsoft early Prime Day deal

By Sharmishta Sarkar Published 2 July 26

Who doesn't love a cozy and comfy oversized reading chair? And a cheap Kindle is icing on the top

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The best blenders in Australia 2026: top picks from Braun, Nutribullet and Vitamix

By Nico Arboleda Last updated 30 June 26

Updated We've put together the best blenders you can buy in Australia, based on tests done by TechRadar's international team of experts.

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the iPhone 17 Pro Max

The best camera phone in Australia for 2026: top handsets for photos and videos, tested by experts

By Nico Arboleda Last updated 30 June 26

Our phone and photography experts weigh in on which handset takes the best photos and videos

Apple iPhone 17 Pro vs Google Pixel 10 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra hero

The best phones in Australia in 2026: the top handsets tested and recommended by experts

By Nico Arboleda Last updated 30 June 26

We've tested all of the best phones in Australia to bring you our expert picks across a wide range of needs.

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