BTTR Roundup #39: Ninja Slushi Verdict + New TV Prices & AI for Kids?

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This week on BTTR

Thanks to all the public holidays, it's been two weeks since the last newsletter. Here's what you might have missed:

Ninja Slushi review: One cool kitchen gadget

The Ninja Slushi is a viral sensation for a reason, but before you spend your money on this excellent product, think about where you’ll store it.

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Belkin has made some impressive moves towards carbon neutrality this past year

With a big focus on using PCR plastics in its product lineup, Belkin has taken significant steps towards being a completely carbon neutral company by 2030.

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Hisense has priced its 2025 ULED TVs

Announced back at CES, we now know how much Hisense’s 2025 ULED TV models will cost in Australia

BTTR ReviewsNick Broughall

The Ankarsrum stand mixer is probably more appliance than I can handle

The cult Assistent Original Swedish stand mixer from Ankarsrum has arrived in Australia in 16 different colours and with a powerful 1500W motor.

BTTR ReviewsNick Broughall

Laser’s new Chargecore powerbanks use safer Lithium Iron Phosphate batteries

Rated to last for up to 5,000 cycles and more thermally stable and non-combustible than Lithium-ion batteries, these new powerbanks seem like a no-brainer.

BTTR ReviewsNick Broughall

Part of me longs for the simplicity of a Polaroid camera like the new Polaroid Flip

With products now typically on an annual update cycle with minor spec bumps every year, don’t you just wish you could go back to the old days of simple products that just work?

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People are going to buy a whole bunch of crap with ChatGPT’s Shopping functionality

ChatGPT is launching shopping recommendations, and I’m left wondering what the future holds for BTTR.

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The OPPO Reno13 5G is shiny

It’s early days, but the Reno13’s shiny style is nice for the price.

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The rest of Samsung’s TV lineup has arrived in Australia, here’s what you need to know

Samsung’s 2025 lineup has arrived in Australia, which means there are lots of big screens with lots of big prices.

BTTR ReviewsNick Broughall

When did you last upgrade your home Wi-Fi? eero’s new Wi-Fi 7 could help you with better Wi-Fi speeds

Amazon’s latest eero routers promise Wi-Fi 7 connections to speed up your Wi-Fi, without a lot of complication.

BTTR ReviewsNick Broughall

Google is giving kids access to its Gemini AI

At a time that the Australian Government is banning social media for kids under 16, Google is about to give kids access to its Gemini AI platform.

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Apple AirPods Max review: Luxurious audio only Apple can provide

Apple’s premium noise cancelling headphones, the AirPods Max, offer great sound and connectivity and luxurious design, but aren’t perfect.

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