Though many potential smartphone buyers are after the Biggest and Best that they can find, there are those of us that like to stick to cheap phones that just get the job done - a cheeky phone call every now and again, easy texting and an occasional jaunt online to check the news. If that's you, you're probably looking for a mid-range phone that doesn't break the bank, so we've rounded up the best of them. Plenty of familiar names here -- and plenty of bargains too.

Mechanical keyboards are all the rage at the moment, and for good reason. Improved reliability, durability and that beautiful clack you get whenever you press a key are features that are just too hard to resist. You might be looking to buy a new mechanical keyboard but you don't know where to start. Well, start right here! We've rounded up some of the best reviewed mechanical keyboards you can find - with links to buy.

The world is a noisy place filled with screaming children, coughing commuters and your work colleagues clacky mechanical keyboards. If you’re looking to drown those sounds out or if you’re a frequent flyer that just wants to get the roar of jet engines out of their ears, noise cancelling headphones should be at the top of your To Buy list. Here are five of the best for your consideration.

Over the last few weeks, I've been road testing a number of different Windows 10 tablets and 2-in-1 computers. When I started the journey, my goal was to replace an iPad Pro - which is a great piece of hardware but doesn't quite meet my specific needs - with something else. I really like the idea of a "proper" file system that lets me easily save documents and sync them to the could without any messing about. And a touchscreen is also part of my life. So, what did I choose?

Your refrigerator is arguably the most important appliance in your kitchen, which makes buying a new one a potentially stressful process. Luckily, Real Simple has created an handy graphic to help you pick the perfect fridge for you and your food.

Welcome to 2017. We have Trump, President Trumbull and it's insufferably hot every single goddamn day. Also, people are still buying cars. A lot of them actually. Here are the top selling cars in Australia in 2017 so far...

Are you going to splash out and spoil yourself with a new smartphone this year? We'd say Google's Pixel is the Android phone to buy right now, but if you're planning on holding off for a couple of months, it's going to have some tough competition. With Mobile World Congress 2017 just around the corner, we thought it was a good time to remind you of all the good stuff we know (and think) is on the way.

Finding the perfect laptop can be tricky, especially if looking at a spec sheet makes your eyes glaze over. It can be tempting to ignore these sometimes-confusing tables. Instead, many of us rely on a quick Google search for reviews of popular brands. That is a mistake.

Learning to read a spec sheet can be incredibly valuable. Not only will you be making an informed decision, you're less likely to spend money needlessly. You should be looking for what you need, not just what sounds powerful and fancy. We explain some of the most important and head-scratch inducing parts of spec sheets mean.

Though a smartphone can handle more and more of your daily workload, it still can't replace a tried-and-true notebook when it's time to hunker down. But which to get? That's the eternal question.

Everyone can benefit from priming and setting makeup to make sure it will last all day. You don't have to, but whether you're using a $9 foundation or $90 one, that product was an investment, and there's no point if you're not going to make sure it lasts as long as possible.

Spring is in full swing, which means that camping trip you've been itching to take is just around the corner. Of course, you've also been meaning to buy the required gear too. Don't worry, whether you're a complete beginner or a vet looking to cover your bases, we have you covered.

USB-Type C (or USB-C) ports are catching on fast with phones and laptops. Meanwhile, Qualcomm's Quick Charge 3.0 technology promises faster charging of batteries, and in some cases even use USB-C connectors. What should you buy?

If you want the ultimate in desktop screen space, you have two options: Get a bigger monitor, or get a 4K monitor. Both options offer you more space to spread out and work, and more pixels to cram your windows into, but two are the focus of many monitor-buyers today: Ultrawide and 4K. Let's see how they stack up, practically.

Dear Lifehacker, I'm no photographer by any means but I'd like to know what the best drones around are for beginners. I'd prefer something with a flight time of around 10 mins that's able to be smartphone controlled. What drone should I buy?

When you buy a big ticket item, extended warranties typically aren't worth it. Paying with the right credit card typically offers some kind of purchase protection. If you're still worried about your item crapping out, though, skip the warranty and save the amount you'd spend on it.

Shopping for an Intel processor is no joke. There are enough that it can be confusing to buy the right one for your needs, whether you're gaming, working, doing video editing, need something you can overclock, and so on. Luckily this video and spreadsheet -- from Linus of LinusTechTips fame -- breaks it all down nicely.

When you go shopping for a new camera, how can you know which ones are good enough? Here's an easy guideline: they all are. If the camera was made within the last eight years or so, it does its job well enough. You can focus on the extras that fit your specific needs.

Apple recently discontinued its standalone Thunderbolt display, which sucks because it was one of our favourites. To soothe the wound, here are some of the best monitors we've found to replace Apple's dearly departed display, most of which offer similar features without the price tag.

Up until recently, I've been riding the same bike I got for my 10th birthday. It took me from point A to B, but it was definitely time for an upgrade. As a total beginner, I discovered picking the right bike isn't as simple as I thought. From frame size to extra features, here's how to find your perfect ride.