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

Vitamix A3500 and Breville Fresh and Furious blenders

The best blender in Australia December 2024: the top choices from Breville, Nutribullet and more

By Zachariah Kelly last updated 5 November 24

Updated We've tested a wide range of blenders to find the best for soups, smoothies and dips.

UPDATE: Amazon has paused Kindle Colorsoft shipping following screen issues

By Sharmishta Sarkar published 5 November 24

Users are reporting a yellow strip at the bottom of the Kindle Colorsoft screen, leading Amazon to temporarily cancel shipping.

The Onyx Boox Go 10.3 e-paper writing tablet with stylus on a tablet with a cup of tea and glasses

Onyx Boox Go 10.3 review: a versatile alternative to the reMarkable 2

By Sharmishta Sarkar published 31 October 24

It might look like the reMarkable 2, but access to the Play Store might make this the better e-paper writing tablet for some users.

A sage green Oclean X Ultra S toothbrush with extra brush heads and case on a countertop

The Oclean X Ultra S is the talking toothbrush you didn't know you needed

By Sharmishta Sarkar published 29 October 24

The Oclean X Ultra S sonic electric toothbrush was one of the most popular products at CES 2024 and it's now available in Australia.

A person writing on the Kobo Elipsa 2E with the Kobo Stylus 2

I love Kobo's E Ink writing tablets, but there's one critical area where Kindle has them beat

By Sharmishta Sarkar published 26 October 24

It will be a small change that could make a world of difference when writing on the Elipsa 2E or the Libra Colour.

Two images of people using different ereaders – the Kindle Colorsoft on an airplane and someone writing on the Kobo Libra Colour

Amazon’s color Kindle is too late to the party – I’m firmly in camp Kobo now

By Sharmishta Sarkar published 19 October 24

Other than being Amazon's first color ereader, I'm struggling to justify the Kindle Colorsoft's price.

Last chance: these 9 home and kitchen appliances are excellent value at under AU$100 for Prime Big Deal Days

By Sharmishta Sarkar last updated 13 October 24

The October Prime Day sale ends tonight, so don't miss these deals on air fryers, kettles and more starting at just AU$41.80.

Last chance: the Dyson V8 is selling like hot cakes for just AU$399 during Prime Day

By Sharmishta Sarkar published 12 October 24

It's not the lowest price we've seen on the Dyson V8 but it is half price and that's a bargain in our books.

Prime Day Kindle deals are nowhere to be seen, with this one noteworthy exception

By Sharmishta Sarkar published 11 October 24

Amazon has seemingly discontinued every single Kindle except the Scribe – good thing it's discounted then.

The Dyson Airwrap Origin on a red background with a Big Savings TechRadar deals label

Better than before: the Dyson Airwrap drops to a record-low price of AU$499 in this Prime Day deal

By Sharmishta Sarkar last updated 9 October 24

Back to its pre-Boxing Day 2023 price, this 27% discount on the Dyson Airwrap won't last long.

Smile! Electric toothbrushes are going cheap this Prime Day – these are the 8 we recommend

By Sharmishta Sarkar published 9 October 24

Stay out of the dentist's chair with up to 66% off select electric toothbrushes from Philips and Oral-B.

I've been testing robot vacuums for years and these are the 5 Prime Day deals I'd recommend

By Sharmishta Sarkar published 9 October 24

Available at different price points, you can get a robovac that just vacuums to one that even cleans itself for up to 50% off.

The Apple Watch SE (Gen 2) is now at its lowest ever price in the Amazon Prime Day sale

I wear the Apple Watch SE every day and it's excellent value at just AU$319 – a record-low price

By Sharmishta Sarkar published 8 October 24

Only one colourway of the Apple Watch SE in just one size is discounted, but if it suits you, you better hurry – this won't last long.

The Black Friday 2024 sales are coming – here's what Aussies want to buy this November

By Sharmishta Sarkar published 7 October 24

Over a thousand everyday Australians were asked if they're looking forward to the upcoming Black Friday sales – here's what they said.

The Dyson V10 Cyclone and Dyson V15 Detect Absolute vacuums on a cyan background with the words Don't Miss

Suck up early Prime Day savings of up to AU$499 on Dyson vacuums now

By Sharmishta Sarkar published 5 October 24

While not the lowest prices, there's up to 34% off two of Dyson's highly rated vacuum cleaners ahead of Prime Big Deal Days.

Amazon Kindle 2022 with a book cover displayed on screen

Leak reveals new entry-level Kindle could arrive as soon as this week

By Sharmishta Sarkar published 30 September 24

Amazon still seems committed to the Kindle ereader range, with a new 12-gen base model accidentally revealed.

The Ecovacs Deebot T30 Omni robot vacuum won me over after one use – a limited-time 20% saving has me sold

By Sharmishta Sarkar published 26 September 24

It's easy to recommend this robot vacuum cleaner even at full price, making it a bargain at AU$1,399.

Dyson V8 review

By Sharmishta Sarkar last updated 25 September 24

Updated The Dyson V8 and V8 Absolute are versatile cordless vacuums that are still solid recommendations if you can't find a deal on a newer model.

Canon EOS R5 Mark II review: arguably the most versatile and easy-to-use pro camera yet

By Sharmishta Sarkar published 11 September 24

Editor's Choice

With more speed, better accuracy and new AI-driven features, the Canon EOS R5 Mark II is an impressive upgrade from its predecessor.

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

By Sharmishta Sarkar last updated 4 September 24

Updated Amazon Prime offers plenty of benefits for a flat fee. Here's everything you need to know about the subscription service.

The Sony WH-1000XM4 on an orange background

The best noise-cancelling headphones in Australia for 2024

By Max Langridge last updated 20 August 24

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

A book cover displayed on the Onyx Boox Go Color 7 while lying on a pile of physical books

Onyx Boox Go Color 7 review: this Android ereader isn’t the page-turner I expected

By Sharmishta Sarkar published 15 August 24

The 7-inch Boox Go Color has a nice, lightweight design with page-turn buttons, but its software experience is far from perfect.

Afterpay Day 2024: the best deals across tech, homewares and more

By Max Langridge last updated 15 August 24

Hot deals The second and final Afterpay Day of 2024 is here, so get your wallets at the ready

A dog watches the Dyson V15s Detect Submarine wet-dry vacuum mop around its bowls

The Dyson V15s Detect Submarine is an efficient wet-and-dry vacuum mop and it's excellent value at just AU$977

By Sharmishta Sarkar published 15 August 24

You won't get the Fluffy Optic hard-floor cleaning head, but this 37% discount on the Submarine Absolute is a right steal.

Dyson V15 Detect Absolute vacuum cleaner

Dyson V15 Detect review

By Sharmishta Sarkar last updated 2 August 24

Best in Class

Updated The Dyson V15 Detect cordless vacuum has a laser to help you hunt out hidden dirt. Here's our review.

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