Oppo and Hasselblad have been working together for four years now, and the results are plain to see. Oppo’s Find X8 series phones are considered some of the best camera phones ever made, and part of that can be attributed to the colour tuning and lens simulations that the Hasselblad partnership provides. Today, at a special event in Gothenburg, Sweden, Oppo announced that its Hasselblad partnership will continue, though it’s unclear how long for....

Mesh Wi-Fi router kits are one of the best ways you can speed up your home network, and TP-Link is a market leader in Mesh systems. Mesh Wi-Fi systems are the best fix for poor Wi-Fi signals and internet speeds around your home. Even if you don’t have WiFi 6 compatible devices yet, you should invest in the latest wireless standard if you can. And it’s a lot more affordable with these deals....

At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros 11 fast ports 120W built-in power supply Upstream port at side 2.5Gb Ethernet Cons HDMI means just two downstream TB4 ports Front USB-A port rated USB 2.0 Hefty Our Verdict The OWC Thunderbolt Go Dock is a quality Thunderbolt 4 docking station that boasts 11 top-rated ports. While quite large and heavy, its integrated 120W power supply makes it the most portable fully featured Thunderbolt 4 docking station we’ve tested, and its 2....

At a Glance Our Verdict It’s difficult to differentiate in the world of TVs but Philips has done a great job here with the follow-up to Ambilight LED technology. We think the use of nine projectors on the back makes for an even more immersive experience that we can’t wait to get our hands on on a gorgeous 65in 4K panel running Android. It’s exclusive to Harrods and we’re surprised at the relatively low cost of £3,999....

Google’s next smartphone , the Pixel 10, could feature a quality-of-life screen upgrade that takes it beyond the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra. When asked about the low PWM dimming rate on its Pixel phones (which can cause some people headaches), a Google spokesperson told Android Central that its “teams are aware and investigating this. You can expect updates later this year”. While short of a full on confirmation, it seems to suggest that Google will be improving the PWM dimming rate for the Google Pixel 10 , as such a feature cannot be added to the existing Pixel 9 series through a simple software update....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict The Power Jacket is cheaper than some competing battery cases, but by no means the cheapest. With questionable build quality we’d much rather carry a higher-capacity generic USB battery for reserve power than shell out for this model-specific case. Best Prices Today: Mobile Fun Power Jacket for iPhone 5c The Power Jacket is a combined battery and case for the iPhone 5c . It comes in yellow, green, black and white, although the shades of yellow and green don’t match the Apple equivalents....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict At this price it is hard to fail. The Prestigio Multiphone 5550 Duo is no-one’s idea of a flagship phone, but it offers a great feature set, in a well-built shell. Performance is mediocre in places, but battery life is great. And if you need a dual-SIM phone, this is a great and inexpensive option. For a budget dual-SIM phone the Prestigio Multiphone 5550 Duo is a winner....

CES is the place for weird and wonderful tech, and Razer is a company with a reputation for taking that to the next level at the annual tech show. The company revealed the crazy three-screen laptop concept, dubbed Project Valkyrie, at CES 2016 and it might’ve come to market if the prototype hadn’t been stolen from the show . And you thought CES was all journalists and tech fans… Well, it seems the company is keen to raise the stakes even further, revealing not one but two new outlandish projects at CES 2021 it’s currently working on – Project Brooklyn and Project Hazel....

The Razer Phone 2 follows in the footsteps of the Razer Phone released back in 2017, seeing the first dedicated gaming phone to be released to the wider market. The Razer Phone 2 will build upon that experience, adding even more features and increased performance. If you’re looking for your next smartphone purchase then make sure to check out our best smartphones of the year. The Razer Phone 2 will feature an improved battery, faster processor, better camera, improved audio experience and a promise that many of the most popular games in the word have been optimised for use with the phone....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Pros Thin, lightweight design Outstanding battery life Rapid charging Cons Unreliable fingerprint sensor Middling performance Plastic build Our Verdict The Realme 8 Pro’s strengths lie in its impressive lead camera, thin and lightweight design, rapid fast charging and value for money, however, Xiaomi’s Redmi Note 10 Pro equals or outguns it in multiple areas Best Prices Today: Realme 8 Pro While Realme has carved a niche out for itself as one of the most eligible affordable smartphone makers in the world right now, nobody has ever recommended one if its devices because of their cameras first and foremost....

Realme’s latest in its GT series of mid-range smartphones has been confirmed for a European launch. The GT Neo 2 starts at €449, boasts features such as a unique ‘Digital Urban Design’, 120Hz display and Realme UI 3.0 software over Android 12. The Realme GT Neo 2 has been official in China and India since September, but we now know it’s coming to the UK and Europe. There are two variants to choose from – the base model includes 8GB RAM and 128GB storage, while an extra €100 will upgrade you to 12/256GB costing €549....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict Affordable, expandable, easy to install and not reliant on a paid subscription service, Ring Alarm is a recommended device for adding security to your home and monitoring it from afar. A set-and-forget device it’s simple to control via the physical keypad, free Ring mobile app or through its Alexa (but not Google Assistant) integration. As existing Ring users we appreciate the ability to link devices, though given the omission of an outdoor siren would have preferred to be able to utilise that of the Floodlight Cam....

Until relatively recently, Intel was the undisputed top dog when it comes to laptop processors. It was synonymous with devices from the top PC manufacturers in the world, as well as being the only CPU manufacturer used on Apple’s MacBooks. However, that’s begun to change in recent years. Since the release of its first Ryzen processors in 2017, AMD has emerged as a major rival to Intel in the laptop space....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict Like the Samsung Galaxy S5, the S5 mini is a very decent Android phone. Our key concerns lie in its pricing and performance: while most users will find it more than fast enough for day-to-day tasks, the price tag is a lot higher than we’d like to pay in terms of what we get in return. The new dust- and waterproof casing is a nice touch, but the S5 mini isn’t as good-looking as the HTC One mini 2, while the heart-rate monitor and fingerprint scanner are welcome but not essential additions....

At a Glance Our Verdict The Galaxy S5 and Galaxy Alpha are similar but different smartphones. The GS5 is bigger with a Full HD screen, waterproof design and better camera. Meanwhile the Galaxy Alpha is smaller, has a metal-frame and an octa-core processor but has no microSD slot and a 720p screen. Strangely, the Alpha is more expensive, too so you’ve really got to want that metal edge to go for it....

Samsung’s Now Bar smartphone UI feature looks set to receive an update that could finally make it useful. Android Authority has reported on evidence that Samsung is integrating Google’s Gemini Live into its attractive-but-limited Now Bar UI feature. While it’s currently limited to Samsung apps and features, X user TechA7mad has spotted that Google app version 16.6.28.ve.arm64 running on their Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra now hints at deeper Gemini integration....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict The Samsung UD970 is a pricey display which never feels too expensive for the phenomenal image quality it delivers. Its 4K UHD resolution, combined with almost impossibly accurate colour rendition and flexible display modes make it an excellent choice for photographers and graphic artists. However, if you’re after a gaming or multimedia display, you’d be better off saving some money and going for something with better contrast....

In summary Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold launch tipped for 29 September Extremely limited numbers South Korea-only After countless rumours and triple-foldable prototype showcases, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold could be set to launch later this month – but there’s a catch. Established tipster Ice Universe has taken to Weibo to claim that Samsung’s new double-folding foldable, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (two hinges with three sections), will launch in South Korea on 29 September alongside the XR headset and Galaxy Glasses....

The Wiser Energy Center is an electrical panel for homes. It’s designed to help people manage their end-to-end energy use, especially in households that generate some of their own power through solar panels. Schneider is the company behind the smart heating system Drayton Wiser – a multi-room set-up that we liked a lot when we reviewed it , finding it reasonably priced, easy to install and use. The Wiser Energy Center (in the US, it’s called the Square D Energy Center) is aimed at those who want to live more sustainably, as well as people who have complicated home energy systems and requirements....

California is considering banning new natural gas stoves over their environmental effects and the potentially hazardous nature of their particulate emissions. Although this won’t affect existing appliances, the news has reignited a debate about the best way to cook. While traditional electric hobs tend to be slow and not very energy efficient, there is an excellent electric alternative: the induction hob. But is it right for you? If you’re considering switching to an induction hob, you’ll need to adjust some cooking habits....