Articles by Lindsay Handmer, Senior Writer – TechRadar Australia

Lindsay is an Australian tech journalist who has spent the last decade and a half writing about all things tech. After working in electronic repair and studying film production, he pivoted into print as the tech editor for PC PowerPlay magazine. Over the years Lindsay has contributed to many publications, including Popular Science, Gizmodo, Lifehacker, TechLife, PC Authority, APC and TechRadar. He loves getting deep into product testing and is especially passionate about energy storage (from power banks to off grid systems), solar, and automation. In his spare time he is usually found tinkering with an endless array of projects that involve too many LEDs or enjoying exploring the many waterways around Sydney.

Articles by: Lindsay Handmer

Prime Day 2026 Apple deals in Australia: Amazon's Big Deal Days sale starts September 29

By Lindsay Handmer Last updated 17 September 26

The Apple Prime Day deals we're watching for across iPhone, AirPods, iPad, Apple Watch and MacBook ahead of Amazon's September 29 sale.

Amazon sales in Australia: the best deals we’d buy ourselves

By Lindsay Handmer Last updated 17 September 26

Our guide to the Amazon Australia deals worth your time, with price-checked picks across tech, home, audio, Amazon devices and more.

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Best laptop sales in Australia: the best deals and largest discounts

By Lindsay Handmer Last updated 16 September 26

Snag a great bargain on laptops, ultrabooks and 2-in-1 hybrids.

The floating PC case trend is about more than good looks

By Lindsay Handmer Published 7 September 26

Floating PC cases are becoming increasingly common, while other manufacturers are finding new ways to improve airflow beneath the graphics card.

iPhone Black Friday deals 2026 in Australia: what to expect this November

By Max Delaney, Lindsay Handmer Last updated 4 September 26

Black Friday 2026 lands on November 27, and we're tracking the iPhone deals to expect from Apple, major Australian retailers and telcos.

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Black Friday laptop deals 2026 in Australia: dates, retailers and what to expect

By Lindsay Handmer Last updated 3 September 26

Black Friday laptop deals aren't live yet, but here's when the 2026 sales are likely to start, which Australian retailers to watch and what to expect.

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

By Sharmishta Sarkar, Lindsay Handmer Last updated 3 September 26

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.

Last-minute Father's Day gift ideas 2026: no-delivery options you can buy right now

By Lindsay Handmer Last updated 28 August 26

Gift guide Left Father's Day shopping late? These subscriptions, digital gifts and fast-delivery options can still save the day.

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Father's Day gifts for a dad who wants nothing: 16 tech ideas he'll actually use

By Lindsay Handmer Published 28 August 26

15 useful tech gifts for hard-to-buy-for dads, from affordable everyday essentials to hobby upgrades and last-minute Father's Day ideas.

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Best gaming laptops in Australia for 2026: top picks for next-level play

By Lindsay Handmer Last updated 28 August 26

The top gaming laptops available in Australia, covering budget, value, portable and high-end options.

Best home printers in Australia for 2026: reliable picks for work, school and photos

By Lindsay Handmer Last updated 14 August 26

Buying Guide From simple print-only machines to do-it-all home office wonders, these are the best home printers in Australia.

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2026 Australian Census: the key dates, rules and questions answered

By Lindsay Handmer Published 11 August 26

When is Census night, who has to take part and can you be fined? Here’s what Australians need to know about the 2026 Census.

This AU$502 discount makes Samsung’s pricey but premium Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra much easier to recommend

By Lindsay Handmer Published 7 August 26

Now discounted to AU$1,597, Samsung’s massive Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra and its delightful 14.6-inch AMOLED display is much easier to recommend.

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The best student laptops in Australia for 2026: the top back-to-school options

By Lindsay Handmer Last updated 7 August 26

Buying Guide The best laptops for students from Apple, Lenovo, Dell, Microsoft and more.

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The best power banks of 2026 in Australia: tested portable chargers for phones, laptops and travel

By Lindsay Handmer Last updated 3 August 26

Tested portable chargers for phones, laptops, travel and everyday backup power.

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Fast NBN, but slow Wi-Fi? It might be time for a mesh system upgrade

By Lindsay Handmer Published 31 July 26

Learn how mesh Wi-Fi works, how it connects to different internet services and whether it is the right way to improve coverage in your home.

The best laptops of 2026 in Australia: Top options for all budgets and tasks

By Lindsay Handmer Last updated 29 July 26

Buying Guide After thoroughly reviewing and comparing this year's laptops, we've picked the best ones currently available in Australia.

Samsung's 9100 Pro 2TB SSD has dropped to AU$434 at Amazon, but you have less than a day left to grab it

By Lindsay Handmer Published 28 July 26

The Samsung 9100 Pro 2TB is down to AU$434.47 at Amazon AU until 12pm July 29 — an excellent price for one of the fastest PCIe 5.0 SSDs around

Best mesh Wi-Fi systems in Australia for 2026: top routers for every home

By Lindsay Handmer Last updated 23 July 26

Updated Find the right mesh Wi-Fi system for your home, budget and NBN speed, from affordable Wi-Fi 6 setups to premium Wi-Fi 7 kits.

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Gigabyte Aorus Master 16 Gen 2 review: full-power RTX 5090 performance in a slim 16-inch chassis

By Lindsay Handmer Last updated 15 July 26

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The Gigabyte Aorus Master 16 Gen 2 combines a 175W RTX 5090, a Ryzen 9 9955HX3D and excellent 240Hz OLED display in a slim 16-inch chassis.

This Dreame X50 Ultra Prime Day deal drops a powerful premium robot vacuum to its lowest price yet, making it a compelling autonomous floor cleaner

By Lindsay Handmer Published 11 July 26

The Dreame X50 Ultra robot vacuum and mop is down to AU$1,479 for Prime Day, making this premium self-cleaning robovac much easier to recommend.

My Dreame X40 Ultra robovac has survived over a year of torturous testing in households with pets and toddlers — so I can absolutely recommend it at this steep Prime Day discount

By Lindsay Handmer Published 10 July 26

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