About Tom
Tom Richmond
Reviewer
Originally from the Isle of Man, Tom has been contributing for Techday for two years. He loves sport, tech and cars. In his spare time, you’ll either find him on the golf course, playing football or test-driving a new car.
Stories by Tom - Page 2
Hands-on review: Huawei FreeBuds 5i
Wed, 19th Apr 2023
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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wireless headphones
A couple of years ago, we reviewed the FreeBuds 4i and were impressed by their comfortability and well-balanced audio. So, how does the newer model compare?.
Hands-on review: Huawei FreeBuds Pro 2
Wed, 30th Nov 2022
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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devices
Huawei’s latest attempt is further proof that the Chinese tech giants are more than capable of competing with the so-called ‘big boys’.
Hands-on review: Huawei Watch GT 3 Pro
Fri, 11th Nov 2022
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gaming
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wearables
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digital signage
This is the 'Pro' model of the GT 3 series and boasts a premium look and feel. The 46mm watch face is made from titanium which really stands out on the wrist.
Game review: FIFA 23
Thu, 20th Oct 2022
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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sports
The FIFA franchise is coming to an end after 30 years of EA Sports releases, with FIFA 23 providing a fitting swansong.
Hands-on review: Jabra Elite 5
Fri, 14th Oct 2022
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gaming
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uc
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digital entertainment
The Jabra Elite 5 are the latest pair of true wireless earbuds from Danish audio company Jabra to hit the New Zealand market.
Hands-on review: Samsung QN90B QLED 4K Smart TV
Thu, 6th Oct 2022
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gaming
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digital signage
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digital entertainment
Samsung's flagship 4K TV for 2022, the QN90B, delivers superb performance and sets a high standard for competitors.
Hands-on review: STM Dux Messenger laptop bag
Wed, 21st Sep 2022
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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devices
STM's Dux Messenger is a spacious laptop bag that offers protection and style. Available for $249.95, it's perfect for your commute or travel.
Hands-on review: Airthings View Plus indoor air quality monitor
Mon, 19th Sep 2022
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gaming
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smart home
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digital entertainment
The Airthings View Plus air quality monitor is a must-have gadget for health-conscious individuals, offering detailed data on indoor air quality.
Hands-on review: Belkin 3-in-1 Wireless Charger with MagSafe
Wed, 7th Sep 2022
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gaming
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wearables
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digital entertainment
Belkin's 3-in-1 Wireless Charger with MagSafe is a sleek and innovative accessory that will catch the eye of Apple enthusiasts. But is it worth the price tag?.
Hands-on review: Bonelk Gaming Laptop Stand
Tue, 6th Sep 2022
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gaming
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smart home
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digital entertainment
Bonelk's Gaming Laptop Stand offers a premium design with RGB lighting, making it a stylish addition to any home office or gaming setup.
Hands-on review: Huawei Watch Fit 2 and Huawei Band 7
Fri, 19th Aug 2022
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gaming
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wearables
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digital signage
Huawei releases new Watch Fit 2 and Band 7, offering affordable smartwatch and fitness tracker options for summer.
Hands-on review: Huawei Watch D smart watch
Mon, 15th Aug 2022
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gaming
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wearables
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digital signage
The Huawei Watch D is a strong contender in the premium smart watch market, with innovative features and a sleek design.
Xreart Studio - Turning old masterpieces into new ones
Wed, 13th Jul 2022
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wearables
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devices
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consoles
Xreart Studio repurposes broken gadgets into works of art, turning pre-loved smartphones and game consoles into conversation starters for your space.
Hands-on review: BenQ GV30 portable projector
Fri, 8th Jul 2022
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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power / energy
The BenQ GV30 portable projector impresses with its design and sound, but falls short in battery life and picture quality.
Hands-on review: GoDice
Tue, 5th Jul 2022
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gaming
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smart home
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digital entertainment
Particula's GoDice aims to reconnect people through smart devices by transforming them into interactive board games.
Hands-on review: JBL Quantum 610 Wireless
Tue, 21st Jun 2022
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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headsets
The new Quantum 610 gaming headset is the latest addition to JBL’s Quantum range and the successor to its popular Quantum 600 model.
Hands-on-review: Creative Outlier Air V3
Mon, 2nd May 2022
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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digital music
Creative has released the Outlier Air V3 wireless earbuds, offering ambient mode and noise reduction for an affordable price of AUD $59.95.
Hands-on review: QuietOn 3 sleeping earbuds
Fri, 25th Mar 2022
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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power / energy
QuietOn 3 sleeping earbuds are put to the test in this review, with the journalist praising their noise cancellation and comfortable fit.
Hands-on review: Belkin SOUNDFORM Rise and SOUNDFORM Freedom True Wireless Earbuds
Wed, 26th Jan 2022
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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cloud services
Belkin's SOUNDFORM Rise and SOUNDFORM Freedom True Wireless Earbuds are competitively priced and offer solid performance.
Hands-on review: Google Nest Cam (Battery) and Nest Cam Stand
Fri, 12th Nov 2021
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gaming
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smart home
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digital entertainment
Almost eight years ago, Google purchased Nest Labs for a tidy sum of USD $3.2 billion who, at the time, specialised in smart thermostats and smoke detectors.