Sharmishta Sarkar

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

Popular electronics from Amazon, Dreame, Garmin, SharkNinja and more arranged in a diamond grid around the words Prime Big Deal Days on a blue background
Amazon Prime Big Deal Days 2026 starts tomorrow — here are all the best early deals to shop ahead of the big sale

By Sharmishta Sarkar Last updated

Amazon Prime Big Deal Days 2026 kicks off on Tuesday, September 29 but early offers see up to 75% off security cameras, coffee machines, air fryers and more.

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

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

Roborock Qrevo Master robot vacuum
I test vacuums for a living — these are the 5 best robovacs I'd recommend for Aussies right now

By Sharmishta Sarkar Last updated

This is your ultimate guide to the best robot vacuums (and mops) to buy in Australia for hassle-free cleaning, as recommended by experienced reviewers.

Ecovacs Deebot X8 Max Pro Omni robot vacuum cleaning hard floors in a living room with a TechRadar deals badge for big savings
As a robovac expert, I recommend the Ecovacs Deebot X8 Pro Omni to most people — but its Max sibling is a heck of a lot cheaper at just AU$899

By Sharmishta Sarkar Published

I may not have tested this specific model, but if the Ecovacs Deebot X8 Pro Omni is anything to go by, and given user reviews, the Deebot X8 Max Pro Omni is excellent value.

Split image of fries cooked in air fryer, front view of Ninja air fryer, and steak being cooked in air fryer with heat probe
We’ve tested dozens of air fryers and these are the 6 best for Aussie home cooks

By Nico Arboleda Last updated

We tested the best air fryers in Australia from the biggest brands, including Philips, Ninja, Breville and more.

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 7 best vacuum cleaners in Australia I recommend for different needs

By Sharmishta Sarkar Last updated

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.

Galaxy S26 Ultra, iPhone 17, Pixel 11 Pro
The best phones in Australia in 2026: the top iPhones and Android handsets tested and recommended by experts

By Nico Arboleda Last updated

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

iPhone 18 Pro, Galaxy S26 Ultra and Pixel 11 Pro camera bumps
The best camera phone in Australia for 2026: top handsets for photos and videos, tested by experts

By Nico Arboleda Last updated

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

Split image of three blenders in use
The best blenders in Australia 2026: top picks from Braun, Nutribullet and Vitamix

By Nico Arboleda Last updated

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

Shark PowerDetect, Roborock H60 Hub Ultra and Dyson Gen5detect vacuums with their headlamps illuminated
I've tested dozens of cordless vacuums — these 5 are my top recommendations for the best stick vacuums in Australia

By Sharmishta Sarkar Last updated

My colleagues and I have tested some of the best cordless vacuums from Dyson, Shark, Dreame and more — these are the ones that scored the best.

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Black Friday sales 2026 in Australia: official dates and the deals to expect this year

By Sharmishta Sarkar Last updated

Black Friday 2026 officially kicks off on November 27, but expect Aussie retailers to start early deals weeks ahead of the actual four-day weekend sale.

Apple iPad Pro back corner showing camera bump on a golden TechRadar logo background
The best tablet in Australia in 2026: top iPads and Android tablets, tested and recommended by experts

By Nico Arboleda Last updated

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.

Three different views of Kindles
I've tested dozens of ereaders in the last 10 years — here is my pick of the best Kindle in 2026

By Sharmishta Sarkar Last updated

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.

Krapof Auto Clean Slim Power Vac
The Krapof Auto Clean Self Empty Slim Power Vac is remarkably lightweight — but, despite industry-leading suction — it fails to impress

By Sharmishta Sarkar Published

Kleva Range's Krapof Auto Clean Self Empty Slim Power Vac has plenty of glowing user reviews, but my own testing suggests those need to be taken with a very large grain of salt.

The ErgoTune Joobie and Steelcase Series 2 office chairs on a blue background
After testing dozens of brands and models for comfort and ergonomics, these are the 6 best office chairs in Australia

By Nico Arboleda Last updated

Whether you're dealing with back pain, looking for excellent ergonomics or upgrading to something sturdier, any one of these best office chairs in Australia will suit you well.

Amazon Prime
What is Amazon Prime in Australia? Subscription cost, benefits and free trials

By Sharmishta Sarkar, Lindsay Handmer Last updated

Updated Amazon Prime costs AU$9.99 a month or AU$79 a year in Australia. Here's what membership includes, how the free trial works and whether it's worth it.

Canon EOS RP with the RF 24-240mm F4-6.3 IS USM
Best Canon RF lenses 2025: we've tested the best lenses for Canon's mirrorless EOS R cameras

By Timothy Coleman Last updated

Updated Whether you shoot with an APS-C or full-frame Canon EOS R camera, we've rounded up the best glass you can buy.

A split image showing the Kindle Scribe Colorsoft (left) and the 3rd generation Kindle Scribe with frontlight (right)
I fell for the Kindle Scribe Colorsoft hype and now regret it — its monochrome sibling is the superior Amazon slate in my book

By Sharmishta Sarkar Published

Until color E Ink displays can offer better saturation and come with a whiter (or brighter) background, you’re better off opting for an E Ink Carta 1300 display instead.

ninja crispi pro
Ditching my plastic air fryer for the non-toxic Ninja Crispi Pro was the best kitchen upgrade I made this year

By Sharmishta Sarkar Published

Thanks to two borosilicate cooking containers and still being a compact size for easy storage, the Ninja Crispi Pro also makes cooking and cleaning easy at a very good price.

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

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.

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

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 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

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.

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

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

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.

Nikon D7500
Best beginner DSLR cameras: we've tested top entry-level choices for new photographers

By Timothy Coleman Last updated

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

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