Articles by Zachariah Kelly, Staff Writer

With six years of tech-writing experience, Zac’s main focus as part of the Australian TechRadar team was mobile phone coverage, but he kickstarted the local EV reviews as well for this publication. He’s previously worked for Gizmodo Australia, Canstar Blue and The Daily Mail Australia (with articles published across Nine, Junkee, Kotaku Australia and Lifehacker Australia). He’s a huge nerd with a deep passion for technology, having been raised on a computer by his dad. Zac also volunteers at Headspace, a youth mental health organization, and is an avid gamer. He’s been nominated for several awards at the Australian Tech Journalism Awards.

Articles by: Zachariah Kelly

After road testing a suite of models, these are the 5 best dash cams I recommend to Aussie drivers

By Nico Arboleda Last updated 17 September 26

Every single dash cam on our list has been tried and tested by TechRadar's international team of experts, from top brands like Garmin, Viofo, Vantrue and more.

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 17 September 26

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 17 September 26

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

Best mouse feature image with Razer, Microsoft and Logitech mice

The best mouse in 2026: gaming, work and ergonomic mice reviews and comparisons

By Ben Mansill Last updated 15 June 26

Updated A computer power user needs one of the best mice, and there are so many options to pick from now.

The MG S5 electric SUV parked in front of a house

The MG S5 is the SUV follow-up to one of the best EVs on the road – but is it anywhere near as charming?

By Zachariah Kelly Published 13 February 26

The MG S5 is built on the same underpinnings as its award-winning hatchback counterpart, but it unfortunately lacks some of its predecessor’s excitement.

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I took the tiny Hyundai Inster on a 400km weekend away – and there’s more to it than its size implies

By Zachariah Kelly Published 6 September 25

The Hyundai Inster has been praised universally for its practical size and efficiency, and I’ve fallen in love with every aspect of the car.

The Google Pixel 10 range is such a minor upgrade that I think the Pixel 9 is still the better buy – here's why

By Zachariah Kelly Published 6 September 25

The Google Pixel 10 range doesn’t add much on top of its Pixel 9 predecessors, making it difficult to recommend in the face of a potential saving.

The Porsche Macan electric car parked on grass

I took Porche's new electric SUV for a spin – and the pricey Macan is just pure perfection

By Zachariah Kelly Published 30 August 25

The Porsche Macan Electric is far ahead of the competition when it comes to a refined driving experience – but is that enough?

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The Zeekr X EV offers a premium driving experience without the high cost – but too many little problems undermine its appeal

By Zachariah Kelly Published 17 August 25

The Zeekr X is an ambitious car, sharing DNA with the Volvo EX30, but it lacks the polish applied by the Scandinavian automaker.

I’ve fallen in love with the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7’s cover screen – and it might just become my main way to use a phone

By Zachariah Kelly Published 13 August 25

The Galaxy Z Flip 7 is one of the coolest-looking phones Samsung has ever made, and that partly comes down to its versatile cover screen.

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The Nothing Headphone 1 lying on a table

I like the Nothing Phone 3, but I love the company's Headphone 1 – they're my top tech of 2025 (so far)

By Zachariah Kelly Published 26 July 25

The Nothing Headphone 1 is feature packed without being overly expensive, and it's got the best noise cancellation I've heard – Sony and Bose should watch out.

An image of the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra from a hands-on event

Forget hardware – the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra's updated OS really shines

By Zachariah Kelly Last updated 24 July 25

Hardware took a backseat with the Galaxy S25 launch, but Samsung’s playing to win with its refreshed software.

The Nothing Phone 3 lying face-down on a table

The Nothing Phone 3 might be the most distinctive smartphone of 2025 – but is it enough to lure in Apple and Samsung fans?

By Zachariah Kelly Published 19 July 25

The Phone 3 is Nothing’s first attempt at a proper premium handset, and in a hardware month supposed to be Samsung’s, this handset has stolen all my attention.

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Don’t miss a SG$70 discount on the Nintendo Switch 2 + Mario Kart World bundle this Prime Day

By Zachariah Kelly Published 9 July 25

The Nintendo Switch 2 might be the newest console on the block, but already we’ve seen some attractive discounts – including this Prime Day deal.

I took the Kia EV5 on a weekend away and it's a near-perfect electric SUV for families – with one major drawback

By Zachariah Kelly Published 6 July 25

The Kia EV5 is so very close to being the ideal car for many families, with generous space and great performance – but the operating system still holds this SUV from the Korean car giant back.

My week with the Mini Countryman EV made me realize it was perfectly ok to appreciate the finer things in life

By Zachariah Kelly Published 22 June 25

The Mini Countryman isn’t a class-leading electric SUV, but it does have one of the nicest user interfaces I’ve ever seen.

I might be a Steam Deck fanatic, but I can’t deny the Nintendo Switch 2 is still the king of easy, fun gaming

By Zachariah Kelly Published 12 June 25

The Nintendo Switch 2 has quickly become the new staple in my ‘fun uncle’ line-up of gadgets and gizmos.

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The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge might look gorgeous, but its headline feature stands out for all the wrong reasons

By Zachariah Kelly Published 31 May 25

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge might fail to justify its existence as a ‘thin’ phone, but it’s still a competitive handset in a crowded market.

The Nintendo Switch 2 launches imminently, but stock is limited – pre-order from Amazon SG now to grab yours

By Zachariah Kelly Last updated 27 May 25

The Mario Kart World-bundled Switch 2 is now available on Amazon in Singapore, releasing on June 5.

Dell’s S3225QC OLED monitor won my heart with its in-built sound system, but where did all the ports go?

By Zachariah Kelly Published 22 May 25

Recommended

Dell’s first non-gaming QD-OLED display has epic sound and awesome features, but its severe lack of ports is unusual at its price point.

The MG Cyberster roadster electric car with its doors open

I took the convertible, scissor-door MG Cyberster on a holiday – and it was hands down the funnest EV I've ever driven

By Zachariah Kelly Published 10 May 25

The Cyberster lacks the practicality or sensibility of MG’s other cars, but for a brand leading the way on electrification, I can forgive some showboating.

I think the Google Pixel 9a is brilliant, but it has me questioning annual upgrades more than ever before

By Zachariah Kelly Published 10 May 25

Google has a proven formula with the Pixel A device, but you’ll probably be better off with last year’s model.

Nothing makes sense: why the company's new 3a Pro is my favorite affordable premium smartphone over the Google Pixel 9a

By Zachariah Kelly Published 28 April 25

Nothing caused a ruckus when it launched its uniquely designed phone in 2022, but three years on and the company has produced an epic premium Android for less.

Your TV is now an Xbox: LG displays can now cloud stream Game Pass games without a console

By Zachariah Kelly Published 24 April 25

LG TVs are the latest gadgets to pick up Xbox cloud streaming support, with the app coming to webOS 24.

The Alienware A3425DWM monitor on a glass desk

Alienware’s AW3425DWM 34-inch gaming monitor is so good, it's converted me from an ultrawide sceptic to a true believer

By Zachariah Kelly Published 12 April 25

Recommended

Stripped down and lower priced, Alienware’s 34-inch AW25DWM ultrawide is a keeper for enthusiasts on a budget.

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