At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict Overall, the 730 Series is the most expensive drive on test per gigabyte, but if you want speed at the SATA limit and a formal guarantee of endurance, the Intel SSD will deliver both. Best Prices Today: Intel 730 Series SSD 480 GB Intel’s 730 Series is a high-performance consumer SSD, aimed at professionals. In contrast to some recent Intel SSDs that use SandForce controllers (with Intel’s custom firmware), Intel has repurposed one if its own designs, the Intel PC29AS21CA0 controller – first developed for enterprise-class flash drives such as the Intel DC S3700....

Intel announced Intel Arc, a new brand of graphics technology that looks to compete with the likes of Nvidia and AMD on its own website in 2021, showcasing a video teasing what to expect from the first graphics card in the series at launch in 2022. The company held true to its word, with the reveal of the first Intel Arc graphics cards in late March 2022. Though desktop cards are in the works, Intel’s first graphics cards are focusing on laptops, bringing gaming prowess to ultrabooks....

Another September means an annual update for Apple’s iPhone software, iOS. Here’s everything you need to know about it. When was iOS 15 released? Monday 20 September at 10am PDT/1pm EDT/6pm BST Apple has a well-established release schedule when it comes to iOS. Each year the features are previewed at WWDC in June, then the full version is made available in September to accompany the arrival of new iPhones. Except not always....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict With all the new features, extra security and privacy, and the fact it’s free, getting the update is a no-brainer. Download it as soon as Apple’s servers will allow. Unlike iOS 7 which brought some major visual changes to Apple’s mobile operating system, iOS 8 is really just a series of tweaks and additions that – as with all iOS updates – make it even better than before....

The iPhone 12 was quite a leap in Apple’s smartphone portfolio. It introduced various features that the iPhone lineup still hangs on to today. It was also the generation to come back to squared-off, flat edges, which are still present in the newly-released iPhone 15 range . It’s been three years already since the premiere of iPhone 12, and if you bought one at launch it could be getting a little tired now....

Over the past few years VPNs have become popular with home users for unblocking content online and also enhancing your privacy and security while browsing the web. Privacy is increasingly a concern for everyone. You may think that the sites you visit, the products and services you buy and what you watch and download are all private. But they’re not. Your internet service provider knows where you go online and in some countries, particularly the US, this information can even be sold for marketing purposes....

Samsung’s latest flagship, the Galaxy S25 Ultra is here, but does it offer enough improvements over the already excellent Galaxy S23 Ultra to justify an upgrade? At first glance, you’d be forgiven for thinking little has changed, but some key differences could sway your decision. Let’s explore the most significant upgrades and what they mean for everyday use. Design & Build The Galaxy S25 Ultra maintains Samsung’s signature boxy aesthetic but introduces some subtle refinements....

PlayStation Plus, also known as PS Plus, is a subscription service available for PS4 gamers that primarily allows access to online multiplayer on the console, but there’s much more to it than that. After all, Sony had to make it appealing to users after deciding not to charge for multiplayer connectivity up until the launch of the PS4 in 2013. So, in addition to online connectivity, you’ll also get two free games per month, the ability to Share Play with other PS4 gamers, 100GB of cloud storage for save data, free themes and avatars, exclusive DLC and discounts on a range of PlayStation Store content....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict It’s alarming that Lenovo has managed to get quite as close to the Microsoft Surface Pro 4 at half the cost here. High-quality build, a good screen, solid performance and a comfortable keyboard mean there’s nothing to let the side down and make the Lenovo Miix 510 seem cheap or compromised. Not every part is as good as the Surface Pro 4, of course....

At a Glance Our Verdict We’re certainly pleased to see that Lenovo has improved the display and processor of the Yoga Tablet 10 with the new HD+ model, without pushing up the price tag too much or putting a strain on the battery. The camera boost and design tweaks are a nice bonus, too. We’re looking forward to putting the tablet through some further testing to find out just how much faster it is, and provide our final verdict for the device....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict If you’re not sold on the Dual Screen, then the G8X is a fairly dull flagship for 2019 – decent specs and drab design combine for a handset that shouldn’t disappoint but won’t do much to excite either. For those intrigued by a second screen however, the G8X Dual Screen proves that LG might be onto something, fixing almost every pain point from the original design....

At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Clever, aesthetically pleasing design Excellent battery life Range of remappable keys Makes working-from-home more ergonomic Cons Not travel friendly Expensive Our Verdict The Logitech Casa Pop-Up Desk is a great way to make working from home without a dedicated monitor more ergonomic, but its heavy build means it’s not suitable for using on the go. Best Prices Today: Logitech Casa Pop-Up Desk Whilst the pandemic made working from home more mainstream, not everyone has the space nor privilege for a dedicated office with external monitor/s, a desktop PC unit and standalone keyboard & trackpad....

Google is rolling out the May Pixel Drop update, which contains a bunch of bug fixes and a warning for users who like to flash custom Android builds to their phones. While April’s Pixel Drop gave us just the one big new addition (the ability to share your screen with Gemini), the May Pixel Drop has a big fat zero. What the May Pixel Drop does feature is several noteworthy bug fixes – and a warning from Google....

What can we expect from the highly-anticipated Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain? Now just days from its release, we bring you the latest news and videos about the upcoming game, including the Metal Gear 5 launch trailer. Read on for more details on Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain UK release date, gameplay, trailers and screenshots. Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain release date It has been a long wait for Metal Gear Solid fans....

The global economy has been shaken to its core by the ongoing coronavirus outbreak. Markets are in freefall and governments are scrambling to protect those most at risk. While it’s true that local businesses are the hardest hit, many of the tech giants have been forced to rethink their strategy during an indeterminate period of uncertainty. Microsoft’s position as a global powerhouse means it is facing challenges not seen since the company was founded in 1975....

In lieu of an in-person event, Microsoft chose to release a host of new Surface products in May 2020. Among them was the Surface Book 3, the latest version of the company’s high-end laptop that hadn’t been updated since 2017. Improvements to its internals make the device the most powerful laptop Microsoft has ever made. When is the Surface Book 3 release date? The Surface Book 3 was one of a number of new products announced by Microsoft on 6 May 2020....

Microsoft makes lots of exciting Surface products these days, but you shouldn’t overlook the regular Surface Laptop. Available in 13.5- and 15in sizes, it offers a traditional Windows 11 experience within a familiar, reliable design. But with the latest Surface Laptop 5 retaining a very similar design to 2017’s original , more significant changes are expected on the upcoming Surface Laptop 6. A new model is thought to be in the works, but we might be waiting a while for any official announcement....

Moon Knight was a breath of fresh air for the MCU, with no connections to previous Marvel properties. With Oscar Issac in the leading role, this series follows a vigilante with multiple personalities who struggles to understand his powers and history. The series was generally well-received by fans, but will there be more of Moon Knight? We’ve rounded up everything we know about the future of the series. You can also check out the best shows and movies on Disney+ right now....

At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Premium, lightweight design Strong performance Decent camera 144Hz pOLED screen Cons Curved screen has some false input issues Short software support Our Verdict With an unusually premium design, a great screen, a capable camera and decent performance, the Motorola Edge 40 Neo is certainly the best Neo phone yet. It could also be the best sub-£300 smartphone on the market right now. Best Prices Today: Motorola Edge 40 Neo With the Motorola Edge 40 Neo, the manufacturer has seemingly had a bit of a rethink about its ‘affordable premium’ Neo line....

At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Gorgeous canvas finish Top-class water and dust resistance 68W fast charging Impressive display Intuitive Android software experience Cons HDR display issues Patchy Wi-Fi performance Only four years of updates Underwhelming AI features Hit-and-miss cameras Our Verdict The Edge 60 is a slight upgrade on the Edge 60 Fusion, sacrificing the good value proposition for a zoom lens and a few other minor changes. But while the day-to-day experience is a noticeable upgrade, there isn’t enough to justify the extra expense or ultimately make the phone worth buying....