HP has announced a raft of updates to its laptop and desktop range, bringing not only standard upgrades like Intel’s 12th-gen CPUs but new features and functionality. That’s most apparent in the new HP Spectre x360 14, which boasts a refreshed design, new hybrid work-focused tools and a taller aspect ratio. The latest Spectre x360 14 has had a bit of a facelift compared to older models in the Spectre range, with slightly more curvature to its edges to give it a less angular look....

In summary Redmi Note 15 series European pricing emerges Same as Redmi Note 14 Will we see all three in UK? News of the Redmi Note 15 range’s global launch has leaked, pointing to another trio of appealingly affordable smartphone . The Xiaomi sub-brand launched in a China back in August, but now Ytechb has posted leaked renders, specs and most importantly of all pricing details for the global model....

At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Dedicated telephoto camera Wireless charging Decent OS support Cons Missed its optimal launch window Big and bulky with a huge chin Strong competition for similar money Our Verdict You can’t argue with the Galaxy S23 FE as a proposition. It sports many of the key features of a flagship phone – not least a dedicated telephoto camera and wireless charging – but for a lower price....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Pros Powerful Display with force meter Companion app Cons Pricey Not the quietest Our Verdict The Theragun Elite is great at what it does, but at this price you’ll really have to need it to make it worth the outlay. Best Prices Today: Theragun Elite Theragun has become like Fitbit in being the brand that defines a category. Though percussive massage guns are still relatively new, you’ll hear people talking about buying a Theragun when they really mean any massage gun....

Samsung’s foldable phone game has been impressive lately. Just when we thought the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Galaxy Z Flip 6 were its only folding devices of 2024, there’s news of something even better on the horizon. But hold your excitement – unless you live in South Korea or China, you’re probably not going to get your hands on it. The device is rumoured to be known as the ‘Galaxy Fold6 Special Edition’, though the rest of the world might be left out....

Are you getting value for money from your smartphone plan? Until recently, I’d have probably said no, but that’s all changed since I bought this superb Smarty SIM deal. For just £7 per month, you can get an incredible 32GB of 4G or 5G data – that’s quadruple the usual amount. Alongside unlimited UK calls and texts, it’s stellar value for money. The boosted data applies for 15 months from the date of purchase, after which it reverts to the usual 8GB....

In summary: Tech Advisor reports that leaked Google Pixel 10a specifications show minimal changes from the Pixel 9a, featuring identical Tensor G4 chip, 6.3-inch 120Hz OLED display, and 48Mp camera setup. The device appears in Verizon certification with 8GB RAM, 128GB storage, and 5,100mAh battery, suggesting an upcoming release despite underwhelming upgrades. A potential ‘Pixelsnap’ feature or strategic price reduction could significantly improve the Pixel 10a’s market appeal and competitiveness. In summary Pixel 10a appears in Verizon certification Identical specs to Pixel 9a Pixelsnap and a price cut could still save it A well-sourced leak has seemingly confirmed some core Google Pixel 10a specs, but we’re still holding out for one in particular....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Pros Solid sound quality Impressive fit Active noise cancellation Cons Fiddly touch controls Frustrating pairing process No companion app Our Verdict Urbanista’s London buds are a great affordable alternative to the likes of Sony and Apple, but a few frustrations take the shine off the experience. Best Prices Today: Urbanista London Since the launch of Apple’s AirPods in late 2016, the true wireless earbud market has become a force to be reckoned with....

HTC Vive, the partnership that helped forge the VR market as we know it today, has its eyes set on a future where we’re fully rendered in the virtual worlds we’re visiting. It has already taken steps towards that future with the wireless tracker, allowing for PC-level performance without wires, Vive Trackers that allow you to track your limbs and other real-world objects, and the Eye Pro tracker makes it possible to track gaze and eyebrow movements, but there’s still a way to go before it’s fully realised....

Although there’s plenty of hype around ‘punch hole’ in-screen cameras as found on the Galaxy A8s and Honor Honor View 20 , Vivo has something completely different on offer. The Nex Dual Display Edition. It seemed that dual sreens phones had died before they’d even taken off but Vivo is giving it a crack. This version of the innovative Nex has a display on both sides. Samsung is also bringing a dual screen phone, but a folding one in the Galaxy F ....

VPN stands for Virtual Private Network. But what’s most important in understanding a VPN is to know what it can do for you. People tend to use a VPN for an additional layer of online privacy. That’s where the Private in the name comes in. When enabled on your phone, tablet or laptop, a VPN can help prevent people from seeing what you do when you use the internet. For example, your internet provider can’t slow down your connection speed based on your activity, and it also means it can’t sell your data to third parties which could target you with annoying adverts....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict An attractive and practical external drive that should provide Console and computer owners with overflow capacity for games and data. But for the most part, this is a conventional hard drive that placed in a moderately interesting enclosure at an acceptable price. Best Prices Today: WD Black P10 Game Drive Western Digital has been making external drives under the My Passport name seemingly forever, but a few years ago made its first gamer focused devices for console owners....

When it comes to top-notch smartwatch experiences, outside of Apple’s domain Samsung’s Tizen-powered Galaxy Watches have long-held the crown, handily beating off competition from the likes of Fossil, Mobvoi and others. However, things played out a little differently this year, though not in the way you might expect. Back at Google I/O 2021 – the search giant’s annual developer conference – it announced a surprise partnership with the South Korean company, in an effort to revitalise its long maligned wearables operating system Wear OS....

Smart glasses with microphones, cameras, onboard computing and even AR (augmented reality) have been the stuff of spy thrillers for decades. But the reality of face-worn wearables with genuinely meaningful utility has become something of a white whale to the consumer tech industry. That’s not for lack of trying, of course. I trialled Google Glass at the company’s offices back in 2013, I was among the first in the UK to purchase the original Snapchat Spectacles in 2017, and big names like Sony and Oppo have been dabbling with the form factor for years....

Everything indicates that the third season of Wednesday will be even more eventful than season 2. The plot will revolve around Morticia’s mysterious sister, Ophelia Frump, whose appearance was teased in the second-season finale. After weeks of speculation, Netflix has finally revealed who will play the role — and no, it won’t be Lady Gaga, as some had initially thought. The iconic spin-off of The Addams Family was one of the biggest shows on Netflix when it debuted, triumphantly joining the likes of Stranger Things and Squid Game ....

Home secretary Priti Patel unveiled the long-awaited new immigration rules for post-Brexit Britain last week , which will put an end to free movement on 1 January 2021. The new points-based system will assess skills, qualifications, salaries and English language proficiency and will only award visas to those that are deemed above the points threshold of 70. All applicants will also be required to have a job offer and the minimum salary threshold will be set at £25,600, down from the previously set £30,000....

Android’s latest version, Oreo , is gradually becoming available on a growing number of devices. (Read all about what to expect from Oreo here ). You’re probably wondering whether your phone will be upgraded to Oreo and when it might get the update. Expect high-end smartphones to get it first. If you’re using a budget or mid-range phone, you probably won’t be able to get the upgrade, save for a few exceptions....

Launched in 1979, from the beginning, Mad Max was a dark, violent story with a mythical vibe and a healthy dose of camp. The depiction of civilization destroyed first by an oil crisis, then a nuclear war and fights for water is both powerful and highly disturbing. The vision of post-nuclear wastelands and bizarre characters from Mad Max universe undoubtedly impacted pop culture. It inspired, for example, the creators of the Fallout games, which were recently adapted into a Fallout series on Prime Video ....

Pokémon Go has taken the world by storm, but there’s one issue plaguing us all and that’s battery life. The game is notorious for draining your battery, even with the battery saving mode turned on, but there is a solution: a battery pack. We’ve teamed up with Tronsmart to give away 20 Presto battery packs to help power your Pokémon Go addiction. The Tronsmart Presto is a 12000mA/h external battery charger with Qualcomm Quick Charge 3....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict The Move is a slick fitness tracker from Withings that’s ideal for anyone who wants to keep things simple. 18-month battery life is obviously a major selling point, and the customisable designs are a big appeal too. A heartrate sensor would really seal the deal, but it’s an understandable omission at this price point, and with waterproofing, sleep tracking, and great app support, everything else about the Move is easy to love....