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9 September, 2024

The cover of the September 22 relaunch issue of SCMP’s new-look PostMag. Photo: PostMag

Opinion | Farewell, Post Magazine … and welcome to the new-look PostMag

It’s out with the old and in with the new, as PostMag’s freshly appointed editor introduces an all-new look for the Post’s iconic Sunday magazine.

23 Sep 2024 - 4:30PM

Then & Now | Columnist Jason Wordie on 25 years of writing for the Post

17 Sep 2024 - 11:29AM

Performing arts in Hong Kong

Comedian Paul Ogata’s rise to the top, in his own words

6 Sep 2024 - 6:15AM

How this Hong Kong home furnisher is channelling Klimt’s charged symbolism

Cally Chan explains how the painter influenced her work, from his combination of East and West to the use of reflective materials

22 Aug 2024 - 11:15AM

Cally Chan, founder and director of
Coltex Furnishing. Photo: Tsz925

The couple who waved goodbye to Hong Kong to sail the high seas

Embarking on a new life afloat, a couple formerly based in Hong Kong find their sea legs on their voyage to Taiwan, then on to Japan

5 Aug 2024 - 12:18PM

The teapot from hell? Why the classic Chinese design needs a rethink – fast

The spout leaks everywhere, the handle crushes the fingers and the lid falls off all the time ... so why are we still using it in dim sum restaurants the world over?

7 Dec 2021 - 8:00AM

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Review | The new Devialet Gemini earbuds boast excellent sound … but is that enough?

A-list music artists Jay-Z, Beyoncé and Will.i.am are all fans of the brand, but how do its new earbuds stack up to its competitors?

3 Sep 2021 - 10:00AM

Devialet’s earbuds have a curved oval shape to them. Photo: STYLE

Review | Do you need Apple AirTags for the most precious things in your life?

Key ring, bag charm or luggage tag? The versatile (and affordable) Apple AirTag helps you track valuables and find lost keys – and can be accessorised with luxury Hermès leather cases

29 Apr 2021 - 2:00PM

Review | B&O Beoplay HX vs Apple Airpods Max – which came out on top?

Both of these mid-range headphones hover around the US$600 mark, so which is the best deal for sound quality, battery life, comfort and connectivity?

29 Apr 2021 - 10:20AMvideocam

Why I dream of Morocco – and why it should be on your 2022 travel plan

The country’s contrasting cities of Fes, Casablanca and Marrakech offer mosques and a Unesco World Heritage Site medina, as well as the Majorelle Garden with its must-see Yves Saint Laurent Museum

11 Mar 2021 - 3:45PM

Morocco, north Africa’s land of contrasts, awaits the opening up of post-pandemic travel. Photo: Jack Single

Review | Is the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra better than Apple’s iPhone 12 Pro Max?

Why this Korean-made phone, released at the same time as the Galaxy Earbuds Pro, almost tempted us to the Android side

24 Feb 2021 - 2:32PM

How does the Samsung S21 Ultra stack up against iPhone models? Photo: Samsung

Review: Peninsula Hong Kong’s Northern lights Christmas

11 Dec 2020 - 12:00PM

Opinion | Alvin Goh on the ups and downs of sneakers with insoles – video

Emma Watson and Kendall Jenner’s make-up artist used to hate his height, but gave his confidence a boost with insoles

7 Dec 2020 - 10:56AMvideocam

Alvin Goh on the ups and downs of platform sneakers

5 Dec 2020 - 12:30PM

Opinion | Can Boeing regain customer trust as its 737 MAX takes flight again?

The two deadly 737 MAX crashes – and the way the crisis was handled – has left the US brand’s reputation in tatters, can it survive?

26 Nov 2020 - 1:13PM

Samsung Electronics

Review | Is Samsung’s new mobile phone, the Galaxy Z Fold2 5G, any good?

Is Samsung’s new folding phone a mini laptop? Can its cameras take the ultimate selfie? And how does it hold up against Huawei and Motorola?

10 Oct 2020 - 4:00PM

Review | Landmark Mandarin Oriental goes all-out with this monster staycation deal

You, your family and even your dog can live it large during this staycation package at The Landmark, which turns lazing around into an art form

21 Sep 2020 - 11:55AMvideocam

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Review | Is Conor McGregor’s Proper No. Twelve whiskey any good?

We asked a whiskey expert for a critical take on the Irish MMA star’s much-hyped signature bottle – and ultimately it’s no knockout.

4 Sep 2020 - 4:59AM

Conor McGregor and his Proper No. Twelve whiskey – but does it have much punch? Photo: @properwhiskey/Instagram

Review | A sexy Range Rover? The US$90k Velar SVAutobiography Dynamic reinvents the SUV

If you want the sexiest Range Rover, buy the Range Rover Velar – far from the most practical or economical purchase, it’s the frivolous splurge petrolheads need amid a pandemic

27 Aug 2020 - 12:52PM

Tom Ford, Dior Homme or Le Labo? 3 male grooming products reviewed

As more men embrace grooming products and reap the benefits of better skin, STYLE put 3 top trending cleansing and moisturising face serums to the test

20 Aug 2020 - 5:08PM

Food and Drinks

Scotch whisky vs bourbon whiskey: which is better for food pairing menus?

Wine, sake and even beer is regularly paired with different dishes and desserts – but contrary to popular belief, a good whisky can prove an equally complimentary culinary companion

16 May 2020 - 10:34AM

Scotch versus bourbon – which is best for a successful food pairing? Photo: Instagram

Review | Apple’s US$400 iPhone SE: fast and small with a disappointing camera

Apple built its brand on world-leading innovation, but the budget iPhone SE marks a sudden strategy shift, targeting the everyday Android user with a lower-spec, entry-level option – but can it compete? Lisa Eadicicco puts it through its paces

18 May 2020 - 11:14AM

The UA$400 Apple iPhone SE stands out for its fast performance, compact design and effective camera. Photo: Ben Sin

Automotive industry

Conor McGregor can handle one, but can we? The Lamborghini Huracán Performante reviewed

It’s the must have sports car for A-listers, but how does it perform on the city’s streets? STYLE takes one for a test drive

15 Apr 2020 - 3:31PMvideocam

Review | Why celebrities love travelling on the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express

Style icon Kate Moss took some of her friends on the luxury train for celebrity hairdresser James Brown’s 50th birthday, and documented their overnight trip from London to Venice on Instagram

2 Jan 2020 - 5:00PM

Food and Drinks

Review | How Phuket’s Michelin-starred PRU has opened our eyes

PRU lives up to its philosophy of ‘plant, raise and understand’ its ingredients, and is testament to the creativity of Dutch chef Jimmy Ophorst

3 Jan 2020 - 3:34PMvideocam

Crayfish dish at PRU, Phuket’s only Michelin-starred restaurant. Photo: Handout

Review | We review Rosewood Hong Kong’s new Asaya Lodges

There aren’t many other places in Hong Kong where you can disconnect from other human beings and disappear into the zen bubble of a wellness centre staycation

23 Dec 2019 - 9:22PMvideocam

Book a stay at the Rosewood Hong Kong’s new Asaya Lodges retreat and you can enjoy access to the hotel spa's hydrotherapy rooms. Photo: Rosewood Hong Kong

Review | I lived with Apple’s MacBook Air for a year – and it’s worth every cent

At US$1,099 upwards, Apple’s flagship MacBook Air is hardly cheap – but after a year of work and play, reporter Ben Gilbert is convinced it’s the best laptop money can buy

13 Dec 2019 - 4:18PM

Review | We review the Rock Jaw Audio T5 Ultra Connect – better than Apple AirPods?

At less than US$100, are these British Bluetooth headphones really better than the Apple AirPods Pro?

4 Dec 2019 - 4:00PM

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