It’s no secret that Netflix has been coming under fire recently, with negative reactions to the price hikes and worries about the company cracking down on password sharing – plus ever-growing competition from rivals. Now, the king of streaming services is starting to feel the heat. Stocks plummeted by 37% in response to the news. Wow, the wheels have come off Netflix as subscriber growth goes into reverse. Look at the after hours figure pic....

Hue users have a wealth of new lighting options coming their way across Europe and the US. Here’s when you can expect everything to drop and what the products will cost. Beginning on 1 September, early access to Philips Hue + Spotify integration will become available to users of the Philips Hue app 4. After October, it’ll become a permanent feature of the app. Hue users should look out for the Spotify option, which will appear in the app – although it may take up to a week to do so....

Nextbase officially announced the iQ at CES 2022. It’s a new range of dash cams that do more than simply recording when you’re driving and parked up. That’s because it’s also a security camera for your car. And no security device would be much use if it couldn’t notify you of critical events. So one of the iQ’s key features is internet connectivity, but it has a bunch of other features as well....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict There’s nothing particularly outstanding about the Nokia 6 for 2018. Although there’s nothing that jumps out as amazing, this is a solid mid-range phone across the board. For just £229 you get a good looking and well-made handset with decent specs and performance. It’s main competitor is the Moto G6 which has some advantages but a lower grade chip. Also bear in mind that you can now get the old Nokia 8 – which isn’t that old – which specs like a Snapdragon 835 and dual cameras for under £300....

We’ve been waiting for a flagship Nokia Android phone for over a year, and finally we have one. Sort of. The Nokia 8 Sirocco is the Nokia 9 we were expecting (again, sort of), with high-end specs including a 5.5in Quad-HD+ Plastic OLED 18:9 display, 6GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. Confusingly a Nokia 9 is still rumoured for 2018. But that’s the Nokia 9 (2018), while this Nokia 8 Sirocco is apparently the Nokia 9 (2017)....

At a Glance Our Verdict With the two now coming in at much the same price Samsung is the clear winner in this pairing. Though the Nokia 8 boasts a dual-camera, Samsung’s single-lens offering is fantastic in its own right. Core hardware is similar, but Samsung wins on design – especially with its gorgeous Infinity Display. Unless you are a content creator who will make great use of Ozo and the Dual-Sight Zeiss cameras, we can’t see why you would choose the Nokia 8 over the Galaxy S8....

If you’re in the market for an affordable mid-range phone with premium features, the Nothing Phone (3a) and the Xiaomi Redmi Note 14 Pro 5G are two of the strongest contenders. Both bring a lot to the table, but some key differences could make or break your decision. Let’s take a closer look at major distinctions between these devices and what they mean for you so you can choose the right phone....

Nothing has issued an intriguing teaser for a brand new product, and it has fans of the brand puzzled. The London-based tech brand has taken to X to post a retro picture of the Pokémon Feraligatr. It suggests that a new product is incoming, as Nothing tends to give its products Pokémon-themed codenames. But what could it be? We can’t be sure, but there are at least a few indicators as to what it probably isn’t....

Buying a robot vacuum isn’t easy. Between all the brands, features and functionality on offer, it can be hard to make a choice. But we have advice. First off, buying from a reputable brand is important. Then, try to maximise your budget by opting for the model that offers the most for its price point. We’ve already done the hard work for you in this article, as we’ve spotted two new models from Ecovacs that will get you a lot for your money....

In summary One UI commences rolling out this week Samsung Galaxy S25 series first Older phones throughout rest of year Samsung has finally commenced rolling out its One UI 8 update to older Galaxy smartphones . It’s taken a long time, but Samsung is finally rolling out its latest Android 16-based interface. One UI 8 was available out of the box with the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 on 25 July, which is almost two months ago....

The OnePlus Nord has arguably endured one of the most laboured unveilings in recent smartphone memory, with leaks and teases spanning the entirety of 2020 and beyond; culminating in the launch of OnePlus’ second-ever mid-range device and what looks to be one of the most competitive smartphones of the year. Thanks to a number of confirmed details ahead of the phone’s augmented reality launch event , we already had a pretty clear picture of what to expect but the phone’s official launch has brought everything into sharp focus....

While sister company Oppo has a few foldables under its belt, OnePlus waited until 2023 for its first attempt. The OnePlus Open was a compelling debut, combining premium hardware with some genuinely impressive software features. But there’s still room for improvement in a few key areas – including the price. Judging by the rumours, the upcoming Open 2 is shaping up to be one of the most formidable challengers to Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Google’s Pixel 9 Pro Fold , with rumours swirling about a massive battery and the cutting-edge Snapdragon 8 Elite processor....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict We really like the OnePlus Power Bank. If it weren’t for the shipping costs it would offer excellent value at £13.99, and we know OnePlus One fans will adore its design. You don’t expect to find high-end features such as an LCD display and passthrough charging at this price, but the shake-activated LED status lights and auto-on functionality are welcome additions. More importantly, though, this power bank will keep any smartphone user going all day, all night and beyond....

OnePlus says it will provide some of its future phones with four generations of Android updates and five years of security updates, matching Samsung’s software promise. Samsung currently offers four platform updates to new versions of Android and five years of security patches for many of its smartphones and has bested all other Android competition in the process, including even Android maker Google, which only offers three and five years respectively for its Pixel phones....

At a glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict Unlike season 1’s slow start, Peacemaker season 2 jumps right into the action while maintaining the crude humour that’s the show’s signature. However, the expanded cast and focus on new characters mean that old favourites have been left by the wayside. Peacemaker season 2 has a tricky place within the new DCU. While it’s a continuation of the story of Christopher Smith and The 11 th Street Kids, it’s also the first live-action TV series in this world, and the third project under CEOs James Gunn and Peter Safran after Creature Commandos and Superman....

The new Pixel 9a is here, and it’s gunning for the mid-range phone crown. But with this latest release, I believe Google is targeting a new potential customer: existing iPhone users. Let’s look at the evidence. In many ways, the Pixel 9a is the closest thing we’ve ever seen to an iPhone that runs Android. Curved edges, a relatively compact design and dual rear cameras are very reminiscent of the regular iPhone 16 ....

At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros It exists Unique hinge design Backlit mechanical keyboard Cons Typing is awkward Screen is cramped in landscape Very bulky Our Verdict The Astro Slide delivers its promise of a full mechanical keyboard working with Android, but its bulk and awkward size mean it’s best as a short-session companion device rather than a truly useful tool. Best Prices Today: Astro Slide 5G I considered writing this review on the miniature keyboard of the Astro Slide, but thought better of it....

At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Amazing performance for the price Very good IPS screen Fast charging (charger included) Cons No water-resistance rating Rivals have OLED screens So-so secondary cameras Our Verdict With fierce competition in the mid-range, the X4 GT doesn’t quite offer enough to stand out, but it still offers great value for money, especially if you care about speed. Best Prices Today: Poco X4 GT We’ve become used to Xiaomi’s Poco-branded phones outdoing the completion for value and offering a near-flagship experience for surprisingly low prices....

At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Great value Thin and light Battery & charging Solid performance Cons Flimsy plastic rear cover MIUI gripes Cheaper model unavailable in UK No OS upgrade commitment Our Verdict The X5 Pro is another solid value for money option from the Poco range, hitting a sweet spot of design, price and specs. However, forcing UK buyers to the more expensive model makes it less appealing compared to the likes of Google and OnePlus....

The era of AI has well and truly arrived, so it makes sense to have these incredibly powerful tools working natively on your PC. By now, you’ve no doubt heard of ChatGPT which can write content for you, Midjourney that can instantly create amazing artwork, or Microsoft Copilot built-into apps like Word, Excel and PowerPoint to help you get the most out of these industry-standard apps. While many of these online-powered software innovations are already improving the user experience, some of the most demanding AI apps and experiences often require a discrete GPU....