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

Time's running out: nab an EOFY bargain on 5 of my favourite cordless vacuums - up to 43% off Dyson, Samsung, Shark and Roborock

By Sharmishta Sarkar published 30 June 25

There's hundreds of dollars to be saved on cordless vacuums right now, and all my recommendations have been tested by me or my colleagues.

PocketBook InkPad Eo with its stylus on a laptop

PocketBook's InkPad Eo improves on the build quality of its forebears – it's a shame this E Ink writing tablet is so frustrating to use

By Sharmishta Sarkar published 25 June 25

PocketBook’s first Android 11 e-note tablet does a couple of features to commend it, but it needs to do a lot better than the InkPad Eo if it wants to be competitive.

The Ultrahuman Ring Air on an index finger

Kiss my ring, Apple Watch! I've swapped to a smart ring for health tracking – and won't be going back

By Sharmishta Sarkar published 21 June 25

As a woman of a certain age, I needed to understand the changes my body was going through and the Ultrahuman Ring Air is providing far more insight than my Apple Watch was ever able to.

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

By Sharmishta Sarkar last updated 18 June 25

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

An Ecovacs Deebot T30 Omni robot vacuum deal

Premium features, budget price: Amazon's Mid-Year sale just dropped my favourite robot vacuum cleaner to its lowest price ever

By Sharmishta Sarkar published 4 June 25

This robot vacuum can suck up dirt, mop, empty its own bin, wash its mop pads and dry them too – all for just AU$999, which is an absolute bargain.

Kayo Sports review: exclusively for the diehard sport fan, now in 4K

By Sharmishta Sarkar last updated 4 June 25

This Australian streaming service is dedicated to the die-hard sports fan, but it will cost you if you want 4K content.

I've covered every single Amazon AU Mid-Year Sale and these are the 7 deals I'd buy with my own money

By Sharmishta Sarkar published 2 June 25

Amazon's big sales means you can score high-ticket items for a fraction of the price and I've picked my favourites – from headphones to air fryers and a lot in between.

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

As good as Black Friday: the Dyson-exclusive V15s Detect Submarine Complete is good value with a AU$550 discount

By Sharmishta Sarkar published 26 May 25

Shipping with its free-standing dock, three main cleaning heads and three additional attachments, the V15s Detect Submarine Complete is a worthwhile investment for AU$1,099.

Canon EOS R5 Mark II on a red background

The best Canon camera for 2025: Canon's finest DSLR, mirrorless and compact cameras

By Timothy Coleman last updated 21 May 25

Updated Trying to find the best Canon camera for you? We've ranked our favorite models in 2025 for all types of shooting situation and budget.

This robovac will vacuum, mop and clean itself for just AU$799 – grab the Ecovacs Deebot T20e for its lowest price yet

By Sharmishta Sarkar published 20 May 25

Most other all-in-one robot vacuums like the Deebot T20e Omni cost upwards of AU$1,500, making this 60% discount one heck of a bargain.

Two Boox Mira Pro 25.3-inch color E Ink monitors on a display table

I'd jump at the chance to swap my 24-inch LCD monitor for this 25-inch color E Ink alternative – if only I could afford it

By Sharmishta Sarkar published 11 May 25

Boox – known for its fantastic E Ink writing tablets and ereaders – has just released its very first color monitor that could be easy on the eyes for many users – if you're willing to pay for it.

Breville Infizz Fusion sparkling beverage maker on a countertop with cocktails

I love the Breville InFizz Fusion drink carbonator – and at a record-low price of AU$196, this SodaStream-killer is an ideal Mother's Day gift

By Sharmishta Sarkar published 2 May 25

Lowest price Amazon is dropping the price of the SodaStream-beating Breville InFizz Fusion to a record-low price.

Dyson V12 Detect Slim vacuum cleaner review: powerful, tech-packed, and underrated

By Sharmishta Sarkar last updated 28 April 25

The V12 Detect is often overlooked in the wider range, but this streamlined cleaner is perfect for small homes.

Roborock Qrevo Edge review: a premium robot vacuum that stumbles in the one area it should shine

By Sharmishta Sarkar published 15 April 25

This do-it-all robot vacuum needs minimal hands-on effort from you, but doesn't quite live up to its name.

The Onyx Boox Palma 2 standing upright against a pile of books on a table

The phone-sized Onyx Boox Palma 2 is the compact ereader I can't put down, even if it's not the upgrade I was hoping for

By Sharmishta Sarkar published 2 April 25

Boox's phone-like ereader gets an upgrade, but the Palma 2 is a slightly disappointing one as it's still got the potential for so much more.

Best multi-cookers in Australia 2025: pressure cookers and instant pots reviewed

By Zachariah Kelly last updated 31 March 25

Updated There's a perfect multi-cooker out there for your kitchen, be it from Instant Pot, Breville, Ninja or another big name.

I've been using this Philips air fryer with steam for months and I can't recommend it highly enough at its lowest price yet

By Sharmishta Sarkar published 22 March 25

Its steam functionality has a few caveats, but the results from the Philips 5000 Series Dual Basket Air Fryer Steam are fantastic every time – and this 40% discount is hard to beat.

ErgoTune Joobie office chairs in different colours on an orange and blue background

Best office chairs in Australia in 2025: great seats for working from home or the office

By Sharmishta Sarkar last updated 13 March 25

We feature the best office chairs for different budgets, for the home and or the workplace, even online learning.

Samsung Music Frame on a table beside some books and a vase

I spent six weeks listening to the Samsung Music Frame and it kept missing the beat

By Sharmishta Sarkar published 12 March 25

Samsung’s done well to hide a speaker in plain sight, but it needs to improve the soundstage if it wants the Music Frame to do well.

Person holding the Canon PowerShot V1 alongside another holding a Sony 400-800mm lens

CP+ 2025 live: all the latest news from Canon, Sony and more at the world’s biggest photography show

By Timothy Coleman last updated 28 February 25

We're attending CP+ in Japan, one of the last remaining photo and video shows, getting hands-on with the latest camera gear.

The Philips 5000 Series Dual Basket Air Fryer XXL Steam on a table

Steam in the Philips 5000 Series Dual Basket XXL air fryer makes fantastic meals, but it's not without caveats

By Sharmishta Sarkar published 28 February 25

Recommended

Philips’ first steam-enabled air fryer is an excellent cooking appliance, but its headline act isn’t the magical solution I was expecting.

Nikon Z6 III on a purple background with dont miss text overlay

If I didn't already own a Nikon Z8, I'd be nabbing this knockout discount on the Nikon Z6 III

By Sharmishta Sarkar published 25 February 25

It's not cheap, but the long list of upgrades and an 18% discount on Amazon makes the Nikon Z6 III worth considering if you want a great new full-frame mirrorless camera.

My favourite ergonomic office chair is now cheaper than ever, and a total steal at AU$499

By Sharmishta Sarkar published 24 February 25

The ErgoTune Supreme is being discontinued, so remaining stock is being flogged for its lowest price yet.

An Apple Watch, iPhone and AirPods on the Journey Glyde 4-in-1 travel charger

I took the Journey Glyde on a four-week overseas trip and it barely kept up with my adventures

By Sharmishta Sarkar published 21 February 25

The Journey Glyde is a good wireless charging stand, but its high price isn’t worth the meager 10,000mAh backup.

A fully setup Desky Dual Bamboo standing desk with laptop, monitor and peripherals

Desky Dual Hardwood sit-stand desk review: an affordable, voice-controlled workplace essential

By Sharmishta Sarkar published 19 February 25

Recommended

Well made and quiet, the Desky Dual Hardwood standing desk can even be moved by a simple Siri or Google Assistant voice command.

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