In summary Reports from South Korea suggest the Edge series is done There will be no Galaxy S26 Edge Galaxy S25 Edge sold terribly Samsung may have cancelled the Galaxy S26 Edge smartphone after dismal sales of its predecessor. We’ve been hearing rumours of the Edge series’s premature demise for a while now, ever since it became apparent that the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge wasn’t performing as expected. Now a fresh report from South Korea claims that the company has made a decision: there will be no Samsung Galaxy S26 Edge ....

Samsung launched its Galaxy S24 range of flagship phones back in January. But if you thought that the lineup was complete, you’d be wrong. More than eight months later, Samsung added a new, more affordable model to the lineup. The Galaxy S24 FE has arrived, aiming to offer all the core features of the S24 , S24+ and S24 Ultra at a more affordable price. Here’s everything you need to know about the so-called ‘Fan Edition’ model, including key specs, pricing and when you’ll be able to get your hands on one....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict The XMG A505 is a versatile choice if you wish to define your gaming laptop experience. Finish quality and style are Conspicuously behind the leaders here, although display image is good and the Intel/Nvidia combination means the most challenging games play with ease. The second-fastest storage we’ve ever tested means one quick everyday laptop, even if storage performance counts for near nought when you’re actually playing Windows games....

Google has added AI Overview to its search results for web users in the US, which is hitting the headlines for all the wrong reasons. Rather than users noting it as a useful service that aids the experience, they are reflecting on its potential for inaccuracy, its damning affect on publishers as it pushes their original content further down the search results page, and simply for the fact it cannot be turned off ( actually they can turn it off with this extension )....

At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Self-emptying dock Jointed to fit under furniture Anti-hair wrap Detects cleaning direction Cons Dock takes up floor space Additional tools to store Pricey Our Verdict If you vacuum often, or have large areas of flooring to keep clean, Shark’s PowerDetect Clean & Empty Cordless Pet Vacuum Cleaner would be a good fit. It reduces emptying frequency, will spot dirt for you and increase suction, plus its reverse technology ensures great pick-up in both directions....

Buying a new TV is one of the most exciting tech purchases a lot of consumers make, but getting the latest tech is rarely obtainable without boat loads of cash. However, Sharp may have the answer for anyone looking for a Mini-LED TV that doesn’t break the bank. An OLED telly might be the dream for most people, but Mini-LED has come along as a rival by boosting the performance of regular LCD panels....

Shogun season 2 at a glance: Production will kick off in 2026 The action will kick off after a 10-year time jump Hiroyuki Sanada and Cosmo Jarvis will return to the cast After captivating audiences and winning 18 Emmy Awards in 2024, Shogun is ready to return for another season. Although plot details are still under wraps, FX has revealed the names of the actors, directors and writers attached to the second season of the tale set in 17th-century Japan....

Skullcandy is best known for producing budget wired earphones, and the Indy ANC Earbuds are not quite in that category – but for a pair of true wireless earphones with ANC (active noise cancellation), they’re still pretty affordable at £89/$129. However, with increasing competition from brands like Xiaomi and Anker, how do they stack up? I have spent some time with these buds to see how they fare with music, podcasts, calls and more....

Popular business communication tool Slack has updated its iOS app with some UI changes aimed at making the sometimes confusing platform easier to navigate. A similar update came last week to Slack’s Android beta . There are now four tabs at the bottom of the app: Home, DMs, Mentions, and You. Previously some of these much used elements were hard to reach, with DMs appearing under the list of channels in the left navigation bar and mentions sometimes only discoverable by search....

At a Glance Our Verdict Overall, we currently prefer Snapchat to Facebook’s new Slingshot ephemeral messaging app. Snapchat is less frustrating than Slingshot, and right now there are more people using Snapchat than Slingshot. However, we can imagine Slingshot taking off and becoming more popular as more features are added, particularly due to the group-messaging feature. We appreciate that Facebook has attempted to add its own spin on the disappearing messaging craze, but it’s not going to go down well with everyone, that’s for sure....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict The Playbase is expensive and you can certainly get ones a lot cheaper if you don’t mind a simple setup. However, you pretty much get you what pay for here in terms of superior sound quality, design and all the additional features that come with a Sonos multi-room speaker. Best Prices Today: Sonos Playbase The Sonos Playbase was something of a surprise addition to the range, considering the excellent Playbar....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict Like previous devices, the Sony Xperia Z3+ is a nice smartphone. Although we like the capless USB port and better front facing camera, it’s simply far too similar to the Xperia Z3 to justify an upgrade – perhaps owners of older generations will be more tempted. It doesn’t help that the firm is alienating customers by launching the same phone in Japan as the Xperia Z4....

For more information on the Sony Xperia Z5 see our Sony Xperia Z5 review , Sony Xperia Z5 Compact review and Sony Xperia Z5 Premium review . Author: Marie Black, Global Director of Content Operations, Foundry Marie is Global Director of Content Operations at Foundry. A Journalism graduate from the London College of Printing, she’s worked in tech media for 20 years. These days she is focused on refining editorial processes and workflows, and on our evergreen, transactional and custom content strategy....

At a Glance Our Verdict First things first: these are two outstanding devices. The iPad Air is the best 10in tablet around for media Consumption, communication, games, web browsing and social media. If you want to make your commute more bearable and to surf the web while you watch TV, head for the iPad. But if you can afford it and it makes sense to you to carry only one device that is PC, tablet and laptop, the Surface Pro 3 is a truly stunning achievement....

At a Glance Our Verdict As the Samsung Galaxy Book is yet to arrive in the UK it’s hard to give any firm opinions on whether it’s a good option for those wanting a Windows 10 hybrid device. From our experiences with the device at CES early this year it does look to be an interesting proposition, and we’re looking forward to giving it a thorough bench test. The Surface Pro is another compelling offering....

One upon a time, antivirus apps did only that: protect you from viruses. They still do that but a lot more alongside it these days. Think of modern antivirus as all-round security software, keeping you safe while using any device, anywhere. Some also include features such as VPNs and password managers to add value. Traditionally, you might also think of antivirus as a program for your computer. All of the six services included here might be best known for their Windows 10 or 11 apps, but they’re also available on an iPhone or Android phone ....

GoPro is still the dominant action camera brand by quite a long way, and is the first place most people look when they think about picking up a camera to film their latest sporting exploits. The GoPro on its own is a great piece of kit, but you can expand its potential massively with the help of a few accessories, from chest harnesses and helmet mounts to floating grips. We’ve rounded up our favourite GoPro accessories here – and if you’re thinking of picking up a new camera itself, take a look at our guide to the best GoPro ....

The temperature has dropped, the air is freezing and we can all agree that winter is here. That means it’s time to get out the gloves. But if you’re regularly using your phone when you’re out, for directions or texting, there’s a problem. Walking in a bitter wind, a glove clamped between your teeth so you don’t lose it, while stabbing at your phone with one frozen finger is not the way to do the colder months....

DJI has officially announced what was rumoured for weeks: the Mavic Air 2. In the preceding fortnight many of the details leaked including photos of the drone and its new controller, the camera specs and more. But here’s the bottom line: the Mavic Air 2 is a big upgrade over the original and costs exactly the same as before, which is great news. Here are some of the highlights of the drone:...

The iPhone 11 Pro and 11 Pro Max were, display and battery aside, virtually identical, but a recent rumour suggests that could all change with this year’s iPhone 12 Pro Max. That’s the claim from EverythingApplePro, working with leaker Max Weinbach, anyway. According to the pair, who explained the current situation with Apple’s upcoming flagship range in a recent YouTube video , there will be enough differences between the iPhone 12 Pro and Pro Max that only the larger 6....