In a move set to shake up the smartphone market, Nothing has unveiled its latest device, the Phone (2a) Plus. Building on the success of the Phone (2a) , the new Plus version aims to deliver enhanced performance and better cameras, without losing the striking design that we’ve come to associate with Nothing phones. Available in new Grey and Black metallic finishes, the phone’s design appears to be both sleek and functional....

Nubia today showcased the gaming-focused Red Magic 6 and Red Magic 6 Pro at an event in China, giving us our first official look at the smartphone range ahead of the global release scheduled for 16 March, and it didn’t disappoint. Let’s start with the Red Magic 6; though the smartphone hasn’t been completely redesigned on the surface, there’s a lot to love about the new model. The headline feature of the Red Magic 6 is the incredible 165Hz AMOLED display, blowing the 144Hz used by alternatives out of the water....

One of the big new features that we’re particularly looking forward to in Android 16 is Live Updates, and Google has confirmed that it won’t be restricted to its own Pixel smartphones . Google has been showing off this Live Updates feature at its big Google I/O event this week. This promises to give you glanceable information on things like food orders, with a progress bar and delivery estimation posted right there on your lock screen and notification menu, without requiring you to open the app....

Rumours have been building this year about a potential top-of-the-range new smartphone from OnePlus that brings a periscope camera and plenty of flagship features, tipped to be called the OnePlus 10 Ultra. We’re no longer sure that the 10 Ultra is on the way – at least not this year – but there’s still a chance there’s something coming further down the line. Here’s all we know so far about the OnePlus 10 Ultra....

The OnePlus 13T might be the official name for the compact OnePlus 13 Mini smartphone we’ve been hearing so much about, but it may well pack a super-sized battery. Regular tipster Digital Chat Station has taken to Weibo to reveal a fascinating snippet of information concerning OnePlus’s next big (or rather small) phone release. The leaker claims (via Google Translate) that “The 6.3-inch small-screen flagship in April has a battery of 6200mAh+”....

OnePlus is launching a raft of smartphones across 2022, but one that is drawing particular attention is the low-cost Nord CE 2 Lite. This is the more affordable version of the already inexpensive OnePlus Nord CE 2 5G , meaning that in these hard times even the tightest of budgets should have decent options available when it comes to smartphones. Here’s all we know about the OnePlus Nord CE 2 Lite....

At a Glance Our Verdict If you’re here for the camera then the Oppo Reno isn’t too exciting beyond that mega megapixel count. But as a cheaper way to get a full-screen phone with that wacky pop-up, it’s easy to see why the Reno might appeal. Best Prices Today: Oppo Reno We thought we’d seen it all when it came to selfie cameras: notches, punch-holes, sliders, pop-ups, and even the Vivo Apex concept phone with no selfie camera at all....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Pros Great performance Attractive design Superb screen Cons Proprietary removable straps Average fitness functionality Unoriginal design Our Verdict Wear OS may be stagnant but the Oppo Watch breathes new life into the platform, backing it up with smooth performance and a familiar design. Best Prices Today: Oppo Watch Google’s Wear OS has its fair share of critics and while the company has made a point of reworking its wearable user experience numerous times over the years, it still hasn’t curried much favour....

Oppo has lifted the lid on the Find X3 series, with three phones on their way to the UK and Europe led by the Snapdragon 888-powered flagship Find X3 Pro. The X3 Pro is a £1,099 monster of a phone, with a 10-bit 120Hz display, 65W fast charging and 30W wireless, and 12GB of RAM paired with 256GB storage by default. Despite all that, it’s the camera that’s really exciting....

Philips has taken to the stage at IFA 2022 in Berlin to reveal some of the most fashion-focused smart bulbs on the market alongside a swathe of other new accessories to improve the lighting in your smart home set-up. Dubbed the Philips Hue Lightguide bulbs, the new collection boasts a modern look unlike that of any other smart bulb on the market in 2022. Available in ellipse, large globe and triangular form factors, the latest bulbs look to be as much a fashion statement and centrepiece in your room as they are a source of light....

The PlayStation 5 is finally here – at least in some countries – but whether you’re hoping for a last-minute pre-order or scouring store shelves for one, you’ll have to decide between two different versions of the console. Not only do you have to worry about comparing the PS5 to the Xbox Series X, you’ve also got to compare it to itself, as there are two different PS5 consoles to consider: the standard console and the disc-less digital edition....

At a glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict While Predator: Killer of Killers has some decent action scenes and some promise in its epilogue, it’s painfully predictable and left me nostalgic for the ridiculous yet passionate Schwarzenegger-led 80s flick. Best Pricing Today After the success of Prey, the seventh film in the Predator universe, Dan Trachtenberg took the reins of the franchise centred around the alien hunter. In the latest instalment of the film series, the director takes viewers on an animated journey through time and space, following the footsteps of humankind’s greatest warriors....

Qualcomm rules the roost when it comes to the processors powering the latest and greatest Android phones, and expectations for its next flagship chip, the Snapdragon 888, are high. Announced on 2 December 2020 at the company’s annual Snapdragon Tech Summit , the Snapdragon 888 – not the 875, as previously expected – is the company’s new top-end silicon, with boosts to AI and graphical performance that should drive 2021’s biggest and best phones....

Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite has officially arrived, making waves with its powerful performance, advanced AI features, and cutting-edge capabilities in gaming, photography, and more. However, beyond the technical specs that push the boundaries of upcoming Android phones , one standout promise is setting a new industry standard – 8 years of OS and security updates. This extended support period is a key leap forward, representing Qualcomm’s commitment to long-term device sustainability and user experience....

Renowned British bicycle manufacturer Raleigh has launched a new lightweight electric bike called the Trace. Available in four frame sizes (42, 46, 50 and 55cm) and two colours – blue and copper – the Trace looks much like a traditional hybrid bike with its straight handlebars, conventional geometry and 700C wheels. The simple design manages to hide the battery and wiring within the frame and the only hint that this is an electric bike is the oversized rear hub, housing the motor, and the solitary button on the top tube near the stem....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict It’s not the most feature-rich or sexiest power bank (should such a thing exist), but the RavPower is affordable, high in capacity, futureproof and oh so very fast. Highly recommended, even if you don’t have a USB-C or Quick Charge 3.0 device right now. Best Prices Today: RavPower Turbo+ 20100mAh External Battery Pack The RavPower Turbo+ 20100mAh External Battery Pack is currently the fastest power bank you can buy, and an awesome companion for the LG G5 and other 2016 devices that support Quick Charge 3....

Laptops have taken CES by storm this year and Razer wasn’t going to be left out of the action so has revealed a new range of Blade gaming laptops for 2022. The Blade 14, Blade 15 and Blade 17 arrive with a host of upgrades including Intel 12th-gen H-Series or AMD Ryzen 6000 processors , Nvidia GeForce RTX graphics , DDR5 memory and Windows 11. To this end, Razer calls them the “world’s fastest laptops for gamers and creators....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict If you’re looking for a mid-range smartphone with decent specs for a great price, the Realme 3 Pro is for you. For £175 you get a phone with a good screen, much more than decent performance, acceptable cameras, an attractive design and a powerful battery. You’ll have to give up an AMOLED screen, USB-C and premium build, but for the price it doesn’t matter....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Pros Nice looking design Long-lasting battery Very attractive price Easy to use software Cons Poor cameras Average display Slow charging Slow Wi-Fi Our Verdict If you need a cheap phone to do the basics then the Realme C31 ticks many of the boxes but you can get a lot better without spending much more money. Best Prices Today: Realme C31 Chinese phone maker Realme has recently announced two new budget Android phones, the Realme C35 and Realme C31, and it’s the Realme C31 that’s the cheaper of the two....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Pros Improved update support Great performance Rapid charging Good value Cons Underwhelming camera quality Graphical discrepancies Prone to heat build-up Plastic Construction Our Verdict While the GT 2 Pro doesn’t break the mould to quite the degree as Realme’s marketing would have you believe, it’s still a very well-rounded flagship at a competitively low price Best Prices Today: Realme GT 2 Pro Realme was among the first companies to reassure fans that it would be slipping the latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 processor into its next flagship; after the silicon was unveiled at the end of 2021....