The founder and editor of Pickr, Leigh is responsible for most of what goes on the site. An experienced reviewer and journalist since 2007, his work aims to be detailed and to always go above and beyond for the story. His latest articles and reviews are below.
Apple raises prices on more plans
Subscriptions to Apple services are about to cost a little more, even if your Apple account may not have officially acknowledged it yet.
Skullcandy, Bose team for $400 ANC
The price of noise cancelling headphones has clearly fallen, and a new pair for $399 could really make you think twice.
Spotify deletes millions of tracks… and AI is the reason why
Not every track on your music service is there for creative expression. Some are there solely to make money, and Spotify thinks it has millions worked out.
Shokz takes on jewellery earbuds with bling
The next pair of earbuds you put on could have more in common with earrings than ever, as Shokz loops a bit of bling with a lot of sound.
Lenovo 10th-gen 14 inch Yoga 7 2-in-1 reviewed
Built for versatility, the 10th-gen Lenovo Yoga 7 2-in-1 is focused on bringing what you might need for the next few years whether you use it or not.
AusAlert set to alarm phones on July 27… what will happen?
Every Australian is going to hear a test at the end of July, with phones and mobile wearables likely to see and hear it… whether they want to or not. Will it affect your calls?
Samsung research reveals why we’re not drying in winter
The sun never feels as effective in the colder months, struggling to get clothes dry. But the rise of energy pricing means more Aussies are skipping the dryer, even though changes in tech could assist.
Apple’s OS 27 public betas are live
Curious what the next version of iOS, iPadOS, watchOS, or macOS will be like before they officially arrive? The public betas can grant you that.
Honor Magic V6 reviewed: a challenger fold
A bit of a challenger foldable, the Honor Magic V6 attempts the premium fold by giving you as much as possible for a $3K price tag. Is it a success?
Marshall’s amp-inspired speakers updated for the home
While some speakers go for minimalist looks, Marshall’s latest continue the guitar- and bass-amp vibes with updated innards, now in version IV (that’s 4 for folks playing along at home).
Who is Leigh :) Stark?
One of Australia’s award-winning technology journalists working out of Sydney, Leigh Stark has been writing about technology for over 15 years, covering phones, computers, cameras, headphones, speakers, and more.
Stylising his middle initial with an emoticon, he aims to present tech in a way that makes it easy for everyone.
While he founded Pickr in 2016, Stark’s work has been seen in other publications including the Australian Financial Review, Popular Science, GadgetGuy, and many more.
Since then, he’s won an IT Journalism Award for his work on Pickr, as well as several commendations and nominations, and was one of the main finalists for technology podcasters at the Australian Podcast Awards.
Meanwhile, listen out for his voice on radio via ABC Brisbane, ABC Canberra, 3AW, and 6PR with his face also seen on TV’s Nine. For more on this, check out Leigh Stark’s most recent media appearances.