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About Lama

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Lama Farhat
Publisher - EMEA
Lama was born and raised in Lebanon. They studied dental technology for two years and worked at an animal shelter for two years. They are always looking for opportunities to expand their knowledge and expertise. Lama is passionate about food, art, music, fluffy animals and new tech. In their free time, they enjoy playing video games and reading comic books.
Former TechDay team member.

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Luigi

Game review: Luigi's Mansion 3

Thu, 31st Oct 2019
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Every Nintendo fan who owns a Switch should give this game a try. Yes is it slow at first, but stick with it and you will be rewarded with spooky fun times.
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Game review: The Eyes of Ara (Switch)

Wed, 30th Oct 2019
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Despite its captivating puzzles and beautiful visuals, The Eyes of Ara struggles on the Nintendo Switch due to poorly calibrated controls in docked mode.
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Hands-on Review: One month with the Apple Watch Series 5

Fri, 25th Oct 2019
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After a month with the Apple Watch Series 5, our in-depth review reveals it as the ultimate gadget for Apple enthusiasts, but is it worth the upgrade?.
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Hands-on Review: One month with the Apple iPhone 11

Thu, 24th Oct 2019
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After a month with the iPhone 11, its stunning design, exceptional camera, and impressive battery life prove it to be a standout in Apple's 2019 lineup.
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Game review: Doraemon: Story of Seasons - the best mashup of 2019

Tue, 22nd Oct 2019
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The charming fusion of Doraemon and Story of Seasons delivers a relaxing farming sim with stunning visuals, despite a slow start and clunky controls.
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Hands-on Review: Vodafone TV - the best way to stream channels in 2019

Fri, 4th Oct 2019
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Vodafone TV debuts in NZ market, boasting easy setup and essential Kiwi apps. Will it redefine home entertainment?.
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Game review: Petoons Party could have been great, but it isn't

Fri, 4th Oct 2019
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It could have been a fun game for young kids to sit and compete against friends if the controls were better and the mini games were fair.
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Hands-on Review: Spyro Reignited Trilogy for Nintendo Switch

Fri, 13th Sep 2019
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Activision's Spyro Reignited Trilogy brings the beloved purple dragon to the Nintendo Switch, with fantastic visuals and engaging gameplay.
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Hands-on Review: The AirPods 2 with wireless charging

Mon, 26th Aug 2019
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apple
Apple's AirPods 2 introduce wireless charging, faster device switching, improved call battery life, and Hey Siri function, yet lack noise blocking.
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Hands-on Review: The 2019 iMac marks 21 years of Apple's elegant desktops

Fri, 23rd Aug 2019
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apple
Apple's 2019 iMac remains true to its elegant design roots while delivering unparalleled power and performance, celebrating 21 years of innovation.
Fitbit

Hands-on Review: The Fitbit Ace 2 activity tracker for kids

Fri, 16th Aug 2019
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Fitbit's Ace 2 activity tracker brings vibrant kid-friendly designs and engaging features, transforming daily routines into active, healthy habits for children.
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Game review: Crash Team Racing Nitro-Fueled - the hardest Switch racing game

Thu, 25th Jul 2019
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Crash Team Racing Nitro-Fueled is a visually astonishing karting game, with unique characters and challenging gameplay. Verdict: 8/10.
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Game review: Super Mario Maker 2, The last 2D Mario game you need to buy

Mon, 15th Jul 2019
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gaming
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nintendo
Super Mario Maker 2 lands with intuitive course creation, cooperative building, and a rich Story Mode, making it the ultimate 2D Mario game to buy.
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Hands-on Review: In the age of smart TVs, how relevant is the 4K Apple TV?

Fri, 28th Jun 2019
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gaming
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apple
Two years on, is the 4K Apple TV still a viable choice in the world of smart TVs? We delve into its design, hardware, interface, and more to find out.
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Hands-on Review: The 2018 MacBook Air

Mon, 27th May 2019
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apple
2018 MacBook Air revamp - sleeker, USB-C ports, Retina display, and updated keyboard, keeping its iconic status.
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Hands-on Review: Playing the long game with the iPhone XR

Tue, 21st May 2019
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gaming
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digital entertainment
iPhone XR review: A triumph of cost-effective quality, boasting stellar performance and impressive durability.
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Hands-on Review: The Fitbit Versa Lite

Mon, 22nd Apr 2019
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gaming
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wearables
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smart home
At first glance, the Versa and the Versa Lite look exactly the same. For someone who is not a Versa user, the two can be easily mistaken.
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Hands-on Review: Fitbit Inspire HR - A beginner's gateway into fitness trackers

Mon, 15th Apr 2019
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smart home
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Fitbit's Inspire HR debuts – the ideal entry-level tracker for fitness newbies at $189.95, with stylish design.
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Hands-on Review: The Apple iPad Pro, five months on

Fri, 12th Apr 2019
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apple
Apple claimed that the new iPad Pro is faster than 92% of portable PCs on the market. I was surprised when I found that to be true.
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Hands-on Review: The Nokia 7.1 smartphone

Mon, 26th Nov 2018
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digital entertainment
The Nokia 7.1 is Nokia's new mid-range smartphone offering, meant to offer amazing specs at an affordable price.