What is a U-shaped electric toothbrush? A U-shaped, sometimes called a Y-shaped, brush is an electric toothbrush that’s shaped like a mouthguard, with nylon or a mix of nylon and silicone bristles inside. It’s attaches to a palm-sized handle containing a motor that creates sonic vibrations. Instead of you moving a brush around your mouth and brushing teeth individually, it brushes all your teeth at once. Some of the best-know brands and models include:...

Broadband is the general term for a high-speed internet connection that is used in our homes, offices and shops. In plain English, it’s a connection that allows you to use multiple devices to surf the web simultaneously. The average home now has around 10 devices that require an internet connection, a study from Aviva , and broadband allows them all to connect to the internet at the same time. Within the UK, popular broadband providers include BT, EE, TalkTalk and Plusnet....

Tesco has announced a new tier for its popular Clubcard loyalty program. Clubcard Plus gives you more rewards, but also demands a monthly subscription fee. So, is it worth signing up to? Here’s what you need to know. How much does Clubcard Plus cost? The monthly fee for Clubcard Plus is £7.99 and there is no contract, so you can cancel at any time. What do you get with Clubcard Plus?...

But there’s more: the Dark Web and the Deep Web loom in much shadier corners. You won’t see any of this stuff in the results when you do a Google search, so what exactly can be found on these dangerous sounding places? Should you even want to visit the Dark Web or the Deep Web? Here’s what you need to know. What is the Dark Web? The Dark Web refers specifically to websites that exist behind multiple layers of encryption and cannot be found by using traditional search engines or visited by using traditional web browsers....

The gaming scene is growing at a rapid pace and in Counter-Strike a new association has been formed, the World Esports Association (WESA). In this article we explore what WESA is, the implications and benefits it brings to all stakeholders and the outlook of eSports. Update 3 June 2016: FaZe Clan have officially left WESA, less than a month after being part of the forming members of the organisation. WESA in eSports: what is WESA?...

When you send a message to someone in WhatsApp, it’s private because of the end-to-end encryption. But digital messages are permanent, meaning there’s a record of what you said that persists forever in that chat history. That’s one of the reasons why Disappearing Messages were introduced around a year ago. WhatsApp said it chose seven days as the default time before messages disappeared so that you’d have a record of things like shopping lists and other important details you might refer back to a few days after receiving or sending a message....

Google officially revealed Android 16 on 13 May 2025, and big changes are on the way for Android. A new ‘Material 3 Expressive’ design, redesigned apps, and new customisation options are just a few of the ways in which Android 16 will change your phone . However, with this new look and feel, Android 16 has gone full Gen Z . The latest version of Android has already landed on Pixel phones, with many other brands in the process of pushing the update, or in the late stages of beta testing as part of their own rollout, under their own skin....

Note: Since publication Huawei has responded to our request for comment. Here’s the company’s statement in full. The original piece continues below. “For reasons that are known to everyone, Huawei has faced challenges to its supply chain, which have impacted go-to-market plans for this flagship device overseas. Despite these challenges, the HUAWEI P50 Series has been very well received in China since its debut in July and we look forward to making it available soon to consumers overseas....

The sun is out, the birds are chirping and the monotony of lockdown has finally convinced you to rest your weary thumbs from your Nintendo Switch and explore their green potential instead. Whether you’re looking to dust off the shovel and get your garden geared for summer, or perhaps less fortunate with space, want to spruce up a bald balcony or windowsill with a few flowery friends, there are plenty of UK retailers online that can deliver indoor and garden plants to you right now....

A lot of people are scared of 5G. It’s nothing new. With each new technology there is a strong reaction against it. The steam train was opposed as it was believed the human body was incapable of withstanding movement faster than the 30 miles an hour provided by riding on a horse. Many lobbied against Alternating Current electricity. At one end protesters are claiming wild conspiracy theories about aliens, government conspiracy and Mossad, while at the other they’re saying that 5G will cause you to become infertile and give you brain tumours....

Brexit is finally upon us and with it comes a variety of changes to life, some expected and others that will probably come as a surprise. One of these is the return of roaming charges on your phone when travelling in Europe. EE, Vodafone and most recently Three have announced that they will reinstate roaming charges, making a U-turn on their stance from earlier this year. For the most part, the changes will affect new or upgrading customers only....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict The Diablo Reactor is priced so low that it’s hard to justify any other family PC on the basis of cost. It offers a high-speed processor, along with the best graphics performance of the group and decent entry-level peripherals. However, we’re looking for an all-round family PC not a gaming bargain and the lack of an SSD is an omission we simply can’t forgive....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict Until the Mi 9T Pro came along the Mi 9T was the most balanced Xiaomi phone we’ve seen so far, combining some of the best features of the Mi 9 series to create an affordable and strong all-rounder. The large notch-less display, its huge battery and a triple-display camera promise to revolutionise the mid-range phone market. Best Prices Today: Xiaomi Mi 9T A rebadged Redmi K20 Pro , the mid-range Mi 9T is now official in Spain, France and Italy, but has not yet been announced in the UK ....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Pros Very capable camera for the money Strong 90Hz AMOLED display Decent performance Cons MIUI not the best Helio G96 fast but not efficient No 5G Our Verdict Another fine budget phone option from Xiaomi, where available. The Redmi Note 11S combines a tidy design and display with an impressive main camera and a capable – if somewhat inefficient – processor. Best Prices Today: Xiaomi Redmi Note 11S Redmi has fast become a go-to name for anyone looking for value in their next smartphone....

Xiaomi has today globally announced its Redmi Note 9S (reviewed) , the latest in its budget phone line. The Redmi Note series is the best-selling in Xiaomi’s history, and the Redmi Note 7 and Redmi Note 8T have flown high in our best budget smartphones ranking for their excellent balance of features, performance and value. The latest addition to the series is sure to do the same, with its 6.67in 20:9 display, Snapdragon 720G processor, huge battery and 48Mp quad-lens rear camera....

At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Premium design Gorgeous display Extensive workout tracking Decent battery life Cons Limited app support No cellular option Prone to accidental button presses Poor auto workout detection Our Verdict The Watch S1 Pro offers almost every health and fitness feature you could think of within a sleek, premium device. But key shortcomings mean most people will find better value elsewhere. Best Prices Today: Xiaomi Watch S1 Pro For a company that has been making phones for over a decade, Xiaomi is a relative newcomer to the world of smartwatches....

Xiaomi makes a lot of great phones every year, but its Redmi sub-brand is particularly adept at affordable handsets. The Redmi Note 12 series made a real splash last year, with a total of four phones arriving in the UK and Europe. Depending on your budget, you could make a strong case for buying the Redmi Note 12, 12 5G , 12 Pro or 12 Pro+ . But Xiaomi is going one better in 2024, with five Redmi Note 13 handsets to choose from....

Xiaomi has revealed UK availability for the new Mi Smart Band 5, Mi 10 5G and Redmi Note 9, but it’s the three new electric scooters coming to the UK that’ll have many excited – especially considering the popularity of electric scooters around the world, and the changing attitude to e-scooter law in the UK . The new Mi Electric Scooter Pro 2 is near-identical to the original Electric Scooter Pro, so Xiaomi calling it “all-new” seems like a bit of a stretch, but still, with a claimed 45km range, 300W brushless motor, dual braking system and top speeds of 25km/h, that’s not necessarily a bad thing....

A week on from its promised announcement, OnePlus has officially launched OxygenOS 15, the latest iteration of its smartphone (and tablet) user experience on the international stage, and it’s one of the first to arrive based on the latest Android 15 , which itself released back in mid-October. The theme of the new operating system is “speed meets AI”, building on the company’s long-standing commitment to providing a “fast and smooth” software experience across its devices....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Pros Gorgeous 6.92in AMOLED display Second-gen under-display camera tech Great performance Cons Middling battery life Plastic build Cameras aren’t quite up to scratch Our Verdict The ZTE Axon 30 5G is a competitively priced mid-range smartphone with premium features, including a gorgeous 6.92in AMOLED display and second-gen under-display camera tech that blows the UDC competition out of the water – even if it’s still not quite enough to take on traditional selfie cameras just yet....