At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Great sound Decent ANC Ultra-repairability Solid battery life Cons ANC isn’t class-leading Some stitching issues Basic app Our Verdict The modular nature of the Fairbuds XL is a welcome change in these days of apparent planned redundancy in products. It’s not just about that though, as they deliver solid audio performance with the added bonus of decent noise cancelling. Best Prices Today: Fairbuds XL ANC headphones Fairphone is a brand usually associated with ethically and environmentally friendly smartphones....

After the success of Far Cry 4 back in 2014, fans have been eagerly awaiting news about the almost inevitable Far Cry 5. It was a pretty big surprise when instead of the fifth game 2016 brought the stone age spin-off Far Cry: Primal , but another modern adventure is now available to buy. Far Cry 5 is now available to buy in the UK and around the world; here, we explain everything we know about the game including the release date, best deals, gameplay details and the latest gameplay videos....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict The Fujitsu Lifebook U937 is an unusual combo of extreme portability, the connectivity breadth of a much larger laptop and, good general performance and low-compromise battery life. For some it will be the perfect portable work PC, one that doesn’t need a dock to function as the base of a desktop setup. It’s disappointing, then, that there are some missing elements that are Considered standards at the price....

At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Lovely AMOLED display Stunning quad-speaker sound Excellent bundled S Pen stylus Cons Feels expensive No charger Some rollbacks on screen and S Pen specs Our Verdict The Galaxy Tab S11 is another highly competent premium tablet from Samsung, and it continues to shine with its vibrant AMOLED display and bundled S Pen. However, it doesn’t offer a whole lot that’s new, and it feels rather expensive given what rival Android tablets have to offer....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict The GPD Pocket laptop is more expensive than some Chinese budget laptops, but despite its small dimensions you get a lot for your money. No laptop is more portable than this device, and combined with an HDMI cable and a second screen it has big ambitions. The touchscreen eases handheld use, and performance is more than adequate for daily tasks. There are, of course, down sides though – no matter how well designed the keyboard is never going to be as usable as a full-size model, and there’s no trackpad....

At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Excellent bright touchscreen Great GPS tracking Lightweight build Advanced tracking features Cons Pricey No mapping software Our Verdict Despite a high price, the Garmin Forerunner 265 is one of the best running watches you can buy. It offers excellent tracking and coaching features, a lovely bright OLED display and multi-day battery life. Best Prices Today: Garmin Forerunner 265 Recently, Garmin has risen to the top of the running watch game, taking it above rivals such as Polar, Suunto, and Apple....

In summary Gemini for Home coming to older Nest speakers, cameras, and doorbells All such devices launched within the last decade Sign up for early access now Google has announced that it’s bringing its Gemini for Home AI assistant to most of its older smart speakers. The company just revealed a new Google Home Speaker with next-level AI smarts and may have a new smart display coming , too. It might just replace Alexa speakers among the team....

Waterstones has closed the doors to its brick and mortar shops for now – but that doesn’t mean you can’t still buy books from them online. If you use the code stayin15 until 5th April at the checkout, you’ll get 15% off the RRP of your order (but bear in mind that postage, packaging and existing discounts are excluded from this offer). Waterstones has a huge selection of great ideas for keeping your kids entertained as well as excellent options for you to brush up on your skills while killing time....

Since we’re all stuck at home, there’s perhaps no better time to upgrade the tech in your pocket and around the home. Luckily, Google has launched a mega sale across almost all of its devices, so get up to 50% off while you can. There are 17 different products and bundles in the sale so there are various bargains to be had whether you’re looking for a new smartphone, mesh Wi-Fi or a Home Hub smart display....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict The GoPro Max completely rethinks how to shoot and edit 360-degree video compared to the company’s last attempt, the GoPro Fusion. It makes working with 360-degree footage a breeze and doubles as a capable GoPro Hero action cam too, boasting astounding image stabilisation and great versatility across its feature-set and shooting modes. Better colour science, low-light performance, image fidelity and UI stability are all areas to work on but the issues in their current guise are minor when you look at the overall offering provided by the Max....

The biggest sporting event is now well underway. The 2024 Olympics are being held in Paris , and have already featured many standout moments. These include the triumphant return of US gymnast Simone Biles on the Olympic stage, Keely Hodgkinson’s incredible gold in the 400 metres and a 100m men’s race decided by five-hundredths of a second. The closing ceremony will take place on Sunday 11 August 2024, but there are a few exciting events before then....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict For less than £500, it’s easy to recommend Hitachi’s 49HGT69U. We rate it a solid budget bet. It looks great with Netflix 4K, and the panel gives a good account of HD sources too. The TV’s biggest weakness is the connected platform, SmartVue. This looks pretty thin and clunky compared to the Android TV or LG webOS. Overall though, this Hitachi can be Considered solid value....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict This second iteration of Hive is a giant leap forward from the solid (but somewhat dull) first-generation product. The interfaces of both the app and thermostat are intuitive and quick to use. There are clearly energy savings which Hive can help you make and you can quickly recoup your expenditure if you’re Conservative with your temperatures and schedule. Best Prices Today: Hive Active Heating 2 Hive, Nest and others have been putting a lot of energy into a heated battle in the smart thermostat arena....

Honor has officially unveiled three Honor 90 phones, with 200Mp cameras joined by top displays and powerful processors. The Honor 90 and 90 Lite are the two getting a global release, with the Pro sadly staying exclusive to China. Here’s everything we know so far about the Honor 90 series – or read our Honor 90 review to find out what we think of the main phone in the line-up....

Honor is said to be working on its own compact flagship phone – could the Honor Magic 7 Mini be imminent? For whatever reason, smaller flagship phones are all the rage right now. Or at least, skinnier flagship phones are. Here’s another said to be in the pipeline, and it should fit the ‘mini’ description whichever way you look at it. What’s small, well specced, and Honor-branded? Established tipster Digital Chat Station has posted some brief initial details of a new Honor phone to Weibo (via GSMArena )....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Pros Ryzen 5 4600H processor Slim, light design Big screen on a budget Cons No discrete GPU No Thunderbolt Average display specs Our Verdict The MagicBook Pro is one of the cheapest 16in laptops around, with phenomenal CPU performance and a lightweight build to boot. It’s a brilliant, laptop, but be warned: with no discrete GPU, no Thunderbolt, and limited display specs, this isn’t quite creator-class....

At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros New lightweight and comfortable design Agile and fast touch experience Good AMOLED display Affordable Cons Honor Health mobile app No always-on display option Cannot install third-party apps No support for mobile payments Our Verdict Honor’s new generation of smartwatch comes with substantial changes to its design, making it a sleek and lightweight product, comfortable to wear and handle and with a myriad of usage modes....

The Honor Magic V4 is shaping up to be one of the most anticipated foldable smartphones of 2025. With significant rumours suggesting major upgrades in battery capacity, processing power, and overall user experience, the Magic V4 could be a game-changer in the foldable market. Here’s everything we know so far about its release date, pricing, and specifications. When will the Honor Magic V4 be released? According to Phone Arena , the device is tipped to make its debut in July 2025 in China....

As the device we use most often, our smartphones are a reflection of who we are. It’s only natural that we’d want to customise its design, be it via a unique colour, case or skin. But what if your phone could change the way it looks according to your outfit or the situation you’re in? That’s what Honor is imagining with its V Purse – a folding phone that’s designed to be worn as a fashion accessory,...

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Pros Manoeuvrable Portable Clever handheld mode Price Cons Cord has to be wound by hand Difficult to get under furniture Our Verdict The Upright 300 delivers impressive suction Considering its size and weight and has some great design features, all wrapped up in a neat, budget-friendly package. Best Prices Today: Hoover Upright 300 Since Dyson ‘killed’ corded vacuum cleaners, fewer companies have been investing their corded offerings with the newest technology and designs....