At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Excellent read/write speeds Up to 4TB capacity Heatsink option Cons No hardware encryption Can get warm without ventilation No heatsink on 4TB drive Our Verdict A notable performance improvement over the WD Black SN850 with the added bonus of fitting inside a PlayStation 5. WD still isn’t including hardware encryption, and the 4TB model has no heatsink option, but in other respects, this is a good upgrade....

Last week, the final Marvel movie of 2025 dropped in cinemas: The Fantastic Four: First Steps. This is the first film in Phase 6 of the Marvel universe , which will bring The Multiverse Saga to a close when it concludes in just over two years. As you may already know, the biggest projects in this section of the superhero franchise will be two Avengers blockbusters. The first of these, Avengers: Doomsday, is scheduled to be released on 18 December 2026 – nearly 18 months from now....

Request Network (REQ) is project that seeks to make payments between two parties easy, secure, fast and cost efficient. Using blockchain technology , Request is looking to go up against the likes of Paypal with their decentralised payment system. This project is one of a number of emerging initiatives that are seeking to solve industry problems and pain points by using blockchain technology. The scope of Request’s vision is so large that it’s actually a little difficult to grasp at a glance....

If you’ve noticed that your food isn’t lasting as long over summer, there are some things you can do to make sure your fridge is running as well as possible. Give these tips a try to keep your refrigerated food fresher for longer and minimise food waste. What temperature should your fridge be? Experts, including AO.com ‘s fridge specialist Amanda Lorenzini, say that a fridge’s ideal temperature should be between 3°C and 5°C (37°F-40°F)....

Don’t forget to check out our round-up of the best current deals on vacuum cleaners to nab a bargain now. Stick vacuum cleaners The stick vacuum cleaner, also known as a cordless upright, has a long handle and slim build. The stick was once the kind of near-novelty vac that would be kept in a cupboard and brought out occasionally to go over the car interior to less than stellar effect....

With many laptops costing in excess of £1,000/US$1,000, it’s no surprise most people take care to maintain their condition. However, one of the things you can’t always account for is liquid damage. It’s highly likely that you’ll have a drink near where you’re working, and accidents can easily happen. If water, coffee or any other liquid has made its way onto your device, it’s important not to panic. Following these steps will ensure you minimise any potential damage and give yourself the best chance of it remaining fully functional....

MWC 2017 is fast approaching and the mobile focused show in Barcelona could have a lot of great new products in store. Here we preview the show which starts on 27 February and show you what to expect at MWC 2017 from Samsung, Sony, LG, HTC, Huawei, Nokia and more. Also see: Best new phones 2017 . Find the best phone deals . You’ll also like: • LG G6 live coverage • Huawei P10 and Huawei Watch 2 live coverage • Nokia Android phones live coverage • Moto G5 & Moto G5 Plus live coverage • Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 & TabPro S2 live coverage • Sony MWC 2017 press conference live coverage...

MWC 2018 starts on Monday, though most of the big press conferences we’ve been waiting for will be held today before everything kicks off. We outline what new products to expect from the consumer tech scene’s biggest names. The star of the show is undoubtedly going to be the Samsung Galaxy S9, despite the fact it isn’t set to be all that different from the Galaxy S8. We’re also hoping for some hands-on time with the Nokia 9 (which may in fact be the Nokia 8 Sirocco) and a new Sony flagship that for now we’ll call the Sony Xperia XZ1 Premium (and that may in fact be the Xperia XZ Pro or Xperia XZ2)....

We’ve since tested the Genio S Plus. You can find out what we think in our full review . The Genio S Plus is designed to upgrade the pod coffee experience as it gives users the option to tweak the standard coffee formula to something that’s a little more to their liking. It has a new temperature control feature with four different heat options. There’s also an espresso boost function, to give the coffee an extra hit of intensity....

After the worlds of forests and water, it’s time for another land on the planet Pandora – this time associated with the element of fire. The third film in the Avatar series introduces a new Na’vi tribe – the Mangkwan clan, also known as the Ash People. Unlike the previously introduced tribes, the Mangkwans, led by Varang (Oona Chaplin), are pretty aggressive and full of anger. What’s more, they ally with Colonel Miles Quaritch (Stephen Lang), an old enemy of Jake Sully (Sam Worthington) and his family....

Buying a smartphone has become a very expensive business. Even the mid-range tier seems to have crept up to where flagships were a few years ago, so upgrading your old phone or replacing a broken one can bring some nasty surprises when you look at the prices. An alternative option that’s well worth exploring is refurbished phones. These are usually a lot cheaper yet still come with warranties, so long as you purchase from the right places....

Apple announced its iPhone 17 series of phones at its “awe-dropping” event on 9 September. The event was tonally different from Apple’s “Glowtime” iPhone 16 launch a year before, in that the focus was firmly on what its new lineup of phones can do right now . There were no vague claims of agentic AI or software features that would arrive at some undisclosed point in the future. With the exception of one or two very well-defined, AI-enabled features (such as Live Translation), it was all about the phones’ hardware....

Electric scooters are coming to the UK one way or another, and it’s easy to see why. These grown-up versions of traditional kids’ scooters, fitted with powerful electric motors, are one of the fastest ways to get around towns and cities. Plus, they’re a greener alternative to driving or even taking public transport. The UK government is currently running electric trials in certain towns and cities across the UK, but rather than allowing the growing number of private electric scooter owners to hit the road legally, all backing has gone to dockless rental scooters....

Until 2015, Microsoft released a brand new version of its operating system every few years. However, that all changed with the launch of Windows 10, which the company declared would be “the last version of Windows”. That sounds dramatic, but in reality, the plan was for Windows 10 to be updated gradually over time, similarly to the way new features are added to its Office 365 subscription service (now Microsoft 365 )....

There’s a change coming in Windows 11 that many users won’t like. The ‘Home’ version of the software, designed for personal or family use, will require a Microsoft account (or MSA) during the setup process. In order to set up using a local account instead, you’ll need to use Windows 11 Pro instead. That’s according to our sister site PCWorld , which cites a source close to the company. Microsoft is offering a free update from Windows 10 to Windows 11, but only from the corresponding version....

A year after Sony released an amped-up version of the PS4 in the PS4 Pro , Microsoft released the Xbox One S ‘ bigger brother: the Xbox One X. Here, we discuss all we know about the One X – formerly known as Project Scorpio – including the top deals, and some of the key features that you can expect from the high-end console, including full specs . Also read our Xbox One X review, including hands-on video....

The Xiaomi 15 series is finally complete, turning heads with its camera-focused design and cutting-edge specs. Alongside the Xiaomi 15 and 15 Pro, the brand is making a statement with the Xiaomi 15 Ultra as well, not just in terms of hardware but also with a design that pays tribute to classic photography. Here’s everything we know about the global launch of the Xiaomi 15 series. When will the Xiaomi 15 be released?...

At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Stylish looks Solid performance Long battery life Decent cameras Large, impressive display Cons No macro capabilities No wireless charging Our Verdict Like previous entries in Xiaomi’s T-series, the 15T gives you a flagship-like experience at a bargain price. It’s a great all-rounder, no matter whether you’re looking for style, camera quality, performance or battery life. Sadly, while the Pro has received some more substantial upgrades, the base 15T feels a lot like its predecessor, and that makes it hard to get excited about....

Xiaomi’s foldable phones are rapidly evolving, boasting thinner designs, more powerful chipsets, advanced cameras and larger batteries. The most recent one – the Xiaomi Mix Fold 4 – is impressively thin and lightweight, directly competing with the Galaxy Z Flip 6 and Galaxy Z Fold 6 , as well as the Honor Magic V3 . The phone is already out in China, but when will it be released globally? Here’s everything you need to know about the Xiaomi Mix Fold 4; from its release date and pricing, to its specs and features....

Xiaomi has been shaking up the smartphone market by making phones that are both cheap and full of features, especially with its Redmi Note series. The company’s 2024 Redmi Note 13 range is no different, especially when it comes to the two most premium models. The Redmi Note 13 Pro offers a lot for just £339, so is it worth paying £110 extra for the Redmi Note 13 Pro+ ?...