Running good quality, up-to-date security software is crucial for protection against viruses and ransomware. It’s also important to protect yourself from phishing scams and ID theft. We all tend to think of antivirus as something you need only for Windows laptops and PCs, but it’s important to protect your phone and tablet as well. With the vast majority of hacks starting with an email, it isn’t necessarily your computer that’s the target....

Portable gaming has been popular for a long time, but in 2024 there are more options than ever before. Alongside a new wave of handheld consoles, smartphones are becoming increasingly capable gaming machines. And you don’t need to buy a dedicated gaming phone , either – many regular smartphones will still do an excellent job. Provided your device is powerful enough, you’ll be able to run any game on App Store or Google Play Store....

When Minecraft first arrived it quickly became a massive phenomenon, and despite the odds it shows no sign of slowing. The game is now available on just about every single platform you can play games on, and has spawned a whole industry of tie-ins and merchandise. That’s good news for a lot of parents – it’s welcome to have kids hooked on a game with minimal violence and a massive creative and constructive side....

It’s pretty easy to install a VPN on your router. In fact, you can download a VPN that will replace your router’s current software with no difficult. Take a look at our guide on how to install a VPN on a router for help. With security becoming more and more of a priority for everyone, installing a VPN on your router will ensure that any device connecting to the internet through it has its data encrypted and protected from any prying eyes....

This weekend was a big one for the DC Universe, with the virtual event DC FanDome bringing announcements and trailers in the worlds of movies, TV, games and comics. Keeping track of everything announced isn’t easy, so we’ve rounded up the biggest things revealed at the event to make your life a little simpler. For other superhero news, take a look at out definitive guide to Marvel’s phases 4 and 5 ....

Motorola has confirmed the launch of its new budget smartphone range, made up of the Moto G86 Power 5G, the Moto G86 5G, and the Moto G56 5G. The former, in particular, looks to be a stamina champ. Earlier this week we reported on a trio of leaks concerning forthcoming Motorola G-series phones. Now two of those three phones have materialised through an official announcement (there’s no sign of the Moto G96), alongside a new range-topping option....

From reality hits such as Gladiators to family-friendly shows like Malcolm in the Middle, revivals are all the rage right now – and one iconic British comedy has just been confirmed to return after a long stint away from screens. The Inbetweeners was huge in the 2000s and 2010s, following a group of potty-mouthed, unbearably awkward teens. It spawned two very successful films, plus many phrases that cemented themselves in pop culture in schools across the UK (hands up if you were also called a bus w*nker on multiple occasions)....

At a glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict Liam Neeson is a worthy successor to Leslie Nielsen in this reimagining of The Naked Gun, which is silly, quick-witted and absurd. I only wish the villain’s scenes were as stupidly funny as the main action. Best Pricing Today Leslie Nielsen’s style of comedy is very hard to replicate. While most fans of his work will remember his iconic puns such as “Nice Beaver!...

In summary: Tech Advisor reports that The White Lotus Season 4 will film in France at Saint-Tropez’s Château de La Messardière and a Paris hotel, marking HBO’s departure from Four Seasons properties. The star-studded cast includes Helena Bonham Carter, Chris Messina, Steve Coogan, Alexander Ludwig, and AJ Michalka joining the acclaimed dark satire series. This season continues exploring themes of wealth and luxury tourism while potentially bringing back previous characters like the Di Grasso family....

The Nintendo Switch 2 is a brilliant follow-up to the original hybrid Nintendo Switch. With 4K graphics support, a more powerful processor, new Joy-Con controllers, the GameChat feature and more, this is the most versatile console on the market that you can play both docked on your TV, and in handheld mode. While it supports the entire game library backlog of the original Switch, the list of dedicated titles for this console (taking advantage of its full capabilities) is smaller....

The upcoming Google Pixel 10 series are some of the most-leaked phones of all time, meaning we already have a very good idea of their new features. And the one I’m most excited for is built-in Qi2 wireless charging support. If the rumours are to be believed, the new phones will have a built-in set of magnets, just like MagSafe on the iPhone. This will enable a better wireless charging experience, but also a range of new accessories, apparently under the new ‘Pixelsnap’ branding....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict We hope MU-MIMO performance can also be improved further and 2.4 GHz performance at a distance was middling. Aside from these caveats we were impressed with the TP-Link Archer VR2600. If you can stick with 5 GHz channels all the better but if not, you’ll still have a very strong all-round performer. If you’re looking for a one-box solution to replace a BT Home Hub we’d recommend the Archer VR2600....

After years of franchise development and many new films, the universe of space robots has returned to its roots. The animated Transformers One takes viewers to the planet Cybertron, where the race of extraordinary beings comes from, and tells the origin story of two later enemies, Optimus Prime and Megatron. Although Transformers One isn’t exactly the box office smash as the previous franchise instalments , it has certainly attracted the attention of loyal fans....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Pros Great sound ANC modes Proximity sensor Cons Noise reduction is subtle Higher end of budget price range Our Verdict Excellent sound quality and useful noise reduction modes make the Tronsmart Apollo Air+ easy to recommend. Throw in the proximity sensors and solid battery life and it’s a pretty potent combination. Best Prices Today: Tronsmart Apollo Air+ The last couple of years have seen a large influx of affordable, good-quality wireless earbuds from a variety of companies in South-East Asia....

At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Discreet and easy to install Ultion lock extremely secure Keypad and remote fobs available Cons Relatively expensive No fingerprint scanner Remote access requires separate Bridge Our Verdict The Ultion Nuki does pretty much everything you could want a smart lock to do. It doesn’t replace your existing external handle, and you can still use a key to operate it. The Ultion lock cylinder is as secure as they come and the Nuki smart system is easy to use and very customisable....

Electric scooters, while still not strictly legal on UK roads, have been surging in popularity throughout 2020. Some of the most popular models are made by Xiaomi, and all three in the line have big savings right now. The Mi 2 Pro ( reviewed ), which currently tops our electric scooter chart , has a colossal £150 off at LaptopsDirect – but it’s still the most expensive of the trio....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict After time with the Smart Platinum 7 it becomes very clear that this is a premium phone, but one attempting to be ever so slightly more premium than it actually is. If you want the best Android phone on the market, get a Samsung Galaxy S7. However if you want to buy a smartphone outright without breaking the bank and are after a larger screen, fingerprint sensor, stock Android and great design (on Vodafone’s network) then this is a solid choice....

At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Large capacity cavity Multiple accessories Affordable Six heating elements Cons Large worktop footprint Cleaning is a fussy job Not intuitive to programme Our Verdict If you have the space, VonHaus’s VonShef 28L Air Fryer Oven offers a lot for its price. As well as air frying, you’ll find everything from ferment and dehydrate options to toasting, defrosting, reheating and baking pizza. There’s even a rotisserie....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict Surprisingly efficient for a cordless vacuum, the Vorwerk VB100 does a great job. It’s expensive, though, and not bagless. Best Prices Today: Vorwerk Kobold VB100 Many cordless vacuums are Dyson clones, but Vorwerk is clearly doing its own thing. The Kobold VB100 is a cordless upright which makes light work of cleaning your floors. The brush section at the bottom is detachable which turns the rest of the vacuum into a slightly unwieldy handheld, but at least provides versatility for times when you need to clean other surfaces....

Apple lifted the lid on watchOS 9 alongside iOS 16, iPadOS 16 and more at WWDC 2022 in early June, giving keen Apple Watch fans a good look at what to expect from this year’s big software update. With a more advanced Workout app, true sleep tracking and a host of other tweaks coming with watchOS 9, it’s an important update to the Apple Watch – for those that can get it, anyway....