Max may be known for exclusive TV series like The Last of Us, House of the Dragon and Euphoria. However, there are also plenty of movies to watch – from big action flicks to comfort films. Max is constantly updating its library of films, so some movies may be taken down without notice. However, we update this list regularly to ensure that it is as accurate as it can be....

There’s a reason smart heating is growing in popularity. Not only will it give you more control over the temperature in your home – so it’s always warm when you want it to be – but you can easily monitor your heat and potentially make savings on your energy bills . Still, we’d advise that you take manufacturers’ money-saving claims with a pinch of salt. If you’re buying an entire smart heating system, it’ll take some time to recoup the cost of the tech but a smart radiator valve is a much smaller investment....

If you have a lot of hard flooring and dread getting the mop out, there is a better option. Wet and dry vacuums will do most of the hard work for you – often, even their own clean-up. You’ll just need to charge the appliance, fill the clean water tank and go. In most cases, they’re self-propelling as well, making light work of mopping. Dirty and debris is funnelled into a waste tank, which you unclip and empty at the end....

The Xbox controller is easily one of the best gamepads ever made, hence the minimal changes with the Xbox Series X|S – and it has the added perk of working well with PC and smartphone games too. Still, that doesn’t mean there’s no room for improvement, and if you’re looking to replace your controller – or improve your online shooter performance – you’ve got plenty of great options, both from Microsoft and third-party manufacturers....

It’s tempting to believe that important data breaches only happen in the US and the figures tend to bear that out – the US accounts for the overwhelming majority of the really big data breaches that have been made public, some of them absolutely vast. But US laws and regulations force organisations to admit to data breaches involving the customer, something which is not true in all countries. In the UK, the most important piece of legislation organisations must worry about was the Data Protection Act and the possibility of fines by the information commissioner (ICO)....

Netflix’s series about the British royal family is coming to an end. Season six will also be the last – the show’s creators have decided not to present the most recent events from Windsor’s history. Viewers must bid farewell not only to Queen Elisabeth and her family, but also to the masterfully executed production that has captivated fans with its performances, costumes and set design. Find out what awaits you in the sixth season of The Crown....

The popularity of spectacular period dramas isn’t fading, and The Gilded Age is proof of that. After hits such as Downton Abbey, Bridgerton and The Crown, it is the story of the industrial New York that has stolen the hearts of audiences. The show is set in 1800s New York in an age of rapid economic growth and social change. The series, which comes from Downton Abbey creator Julian Fellowes, was acclaimed for its colourful depiction of the era and superb acting performances....

Almost two months after its initial launch, the Honor Magic V2 is coming to European markets, even though Honor still won’t confirm a price or release date. We’ve known almost all the key specs since July, so there are no big surprises here. Honor’s third book-style foldable is a refined version of the Magic Vs , which itself only launched globally in February. Like most flagship Android devices in 2023, it’s powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 2....

Apple announced its new iPhone 16e mid-range smartphone yesterday, but you might have overlooked its biggest flaw. To an appreciable degree, the iPhone 16e closes the vast gap between Apple’s premium phones and its entry-level option, which was formerly filled by the SE range. However, the company continues to omit certain key features that keep those on a lower budget at arm’s length. Signs of improvement If you took a look at the iPhone 13 and the iPhone SE 3 side by side today, it’d be hard to imagine that they’re technically of the same generation....

At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Excellent software experience Solid cameras Attractive design Wireless charging Cons Slow charging Middling battery life Chunky bezel Our Verdict For the average phone buyer – the target market here – the Pixel 8a ticks most of the boxes and with longevity promised will make for a good value choice over its lifespan. Consider the Pixel 7a and 8 first though and, for tech nerds, there are more powerful rivals out there, often available for less....

At a glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict The first two episodes of The Rig season 2 are a promising premise, with strong performances and a tense supernatural threat. Though the dialogue might not be as innovative as hoped, the visual effects are something to be admired. Hopefully, the remaining episodes offer a satisfying development towards a revolution – or full-blown conflict – with the ancestors. Price When Reviewed This value will show the geolocated pricing text for product undefined...

At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Bosch Cookit reaches 200C Large mixing bowl with the Cookit The Cookit comes with many accessories Cons The Cookit has comparatively few recipes Software still causes problems with Cookit Expensive appliance Our Verdict The Bosch Cookit is on a par with the Thermomix TM6 in almost all respects. The Cookit can reach a much higher temperature and comes with more accessories as standard. However, the quality of its software and the number of recipes are still a little behind....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Pros Inexpensive, high-capacity, backup and password software Cons Fast-ish, no USB-C Our Verdict The slim, lightweight 4TB Toshiba Canvio Advance offers a large capacity at a price well under what you’d pay for an SSD. Yes, it’s slower than a solid-state drive but if you need a reliable backup drive this is an affordable option that is also faster than some of its competitors – scoring around 150MB/s in Read and Write tests....

At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Irresistible price tag Content-rich Fire TV smart platform Freeview Play Dolby Vision Cons Generic design Only three HDMI inputs A bit slow in use Our Verdict Toshiba’s UF3D is a crowd-pleasing budget 4K HDR Smart TV with a reassuringly sharp image and features you might not expect for the price. Best Prices Today: Toshiba UF3D It’s not short on other niceties either, despite starting at just £279....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Pros Fast, easy and affordable Two Ethernet ports Passthrough sockets Cons No Wi-Fi option Our Verdict We were impressed by the real-world performance of the TP-Link AV2000, which scored as high as we’ve seen in our tests. The inclusion of pass-through sockets on the TL-PA9020P KIT version and two Gigabit Ethernet ports per adapter (on both the TL-PA9020P KIT and TL-PA9020 KIT) are also welcomed. There’s no extra Wi-Fi hotspot function but if your house Wi-Fi is acceptable this isn’t the worst omission....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict The Pixel has a couple of useful upgrades over the TrackR Bravo, such as its LEDs for easier location in the dark and its even smaller size. It’s good that the battery is replaceable, but not that it still lacks waterproofing. As a package, it still can’t beat the Tile Mate which remains our pick of the Bluetooth trackers. Best Prices Today: TrackR Pixel Bluetooth trackers can be an inexpensive way to keep tabs on valuable items, or those you simply can’t afford to lose, such as your house or car keys....

At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros 4x Thunderbolt 4 3x 10Gbps USB-A 85W PD Gigabit Ethernet 140W total power Cons Some monitors may require adapters No card reader No device charging from USB-A ports Our Verdict At first sight, the Ugreen Revodok Max 208 looks underpowered for a full docking station, lacking card readers and an audio jack. But its three downstream Thunderbolt 4 ports are powerful and adaptable, three USB-A ports handy if you have a bunch of older devices or memory sticks, and built-in Ethernet useful for direct network connections....

As a new initiative to help UK job seekers stay connected, access online training and find new opportunities, TalkTalk is offering its Fibre 35 broadband plan free for six months via the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP). For many households, the offer arrives at a welcome time as energy prices soar and the £20 boost to universal credit comes to an end on 6 October. Here’s everything you need to know about TalkTalk’s initiative....

Vivo announced today the iQOO 7 is slated for international release, and India is first in line. The phone first launched in China in January 2021 and was the second in the world to feature the Snapdragon 888 chipset. The company is stirring it up for the international release, however. The iQOO 7 will launch with the Snapdragon 870 chip, while the Snapdragon 888 will be reserved for the iQOO 7 Legend, a specially-branded version launching alongside the standard iQOO 7....

Just like in previous years, Apple revealed its latest handsets in September. There were four new models in 2023, with the regular iPhone 15 joined by the 15 Plus , 15 Pro and 15 Pro Max models. These are the new iPhones until the iPhone 16 arrives. One big change is consistent across all four – a USB-C port – after a new EU directive forced Apple to move away from Lightning....