At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict The Gigabyte Aero 15X is a gaming laptop that defies the conventions of this class. It refuses to be 4cm thick, to weigh at least 3kg and to last just four hours between charges. What you end up with is a very powerful, desktop-rivalling laptop that is also slim, light and long-lasting enough to function as a portable computer. In this field your best other option is the Razer Blade, which isn’t available with a GTX1070 Max-Q (yet) and works out more expensive anyway....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Pros Compact and stylish Easy to use Good quality video Cons Very limited video history without subscription Set up problems Wire can move camera Our Verdict Google has got a lot right here with a great compact little camera but three hours of video history is meagre so a Nest Aware subscription is almost essential. Best Prices Today: Google Nest Cam Indoor (2021) Security cameras remain a popular smart home product and Google has updated the Nest Cam from 2015 with a 2nd-generation model for 2021....

At a Glance Our Verdict It’s too early to come to a definitive verdict, but it’s fairly safe to assume that existing iPhone owners aren’t likely to be lured to Android because of the 6P, and that Android users will be put off by the 6S Plus’ high prices. They’re tempting upgrades from older Nexus phones and iPhones, but it’s worth remembering that their large dimensions aren’t very pocket friendly....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Pros Stadia controller Solid speeds Free tier Cons Few games Poor mobile support Feels half-finished Our Verdict Google Stadia has improved since release, but many of its advertised features remain half-finished, the games lineup is still limited, and there’s barely any Android or iOS support. Best Prices Today: Google Stadia With Stadia, there are no easy answers. Every compliment I want to pay Google’s game streaming service – and there are quite a few actually – is shackled to a caveat, a complication, or a complaint....

Disney is starting 2025 with a dose of horror. In January, the service will debut the second season of Goosebumps – a series based on the famous children’s books by R. L. Stine. The novels created by the American writer tell stories about kids and teenagers getting involved in all sorts of paranormal adventures, using their wit and courage to deal with them. Stine’s books were adapted for television in the 1990s, but Disney decided to bring a fresh version of the famous horror tales....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Pros Cookie cutter good looks Dolby Vision HDR support Solid, unfussy smart platform Cons Only three HDMI ports No 4K 120Hz support HDR peak brightness could be better Our Verdict The Hisense A6G is a superior budget 4K TV that could easily pass for something more premium. Key attractions include Dolby Vision HDR and strong streaming service options, but there are limitations if you’re a serious gamer....

At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Affordable Easy to fly Comes with an additional battery & carry case Cons No obstacle avoidance Limited range Lacking advanced shooting modes Soft video output, even at 4K Our Verdict The HolyStone HS720E can’t quite compete with even entry-level drones from DJI and Parrot in terms of features, lacking RAW photography, advanced shooting modes and obstacle avoidance, but the solid build, easy controls and bundled accessories are enough to make it tempting for first-time buyers new to aerial photography....

In summary Mid-range Honor 500 series announced in China Stand-out 200Mp main camera Huge 8,000mAh battery The Honor 500 series has been announced in China, and this mid-range smartphone series has some seriously impressive specs. We’ve been anticipating the Honor 500 launch for some time – especially given how good the Honor 400 (pictured below) turned out to be – so there was very little of surprise at the official China launch ....

While internationally we’re only just getting acquainted with the Honor 50, the Chinese phone maker just pulled the wraps off the new Honor 60 and 60 Pro in its homeland. Knowing what we now know, we take a look at the differences between both of Honor’s latest and greatest devices, and how they compare with the current Honor 50, as well as whether or not we’re likely to see the phones in markets beyond Chinese waters....

Honor has announced a new budget smartphone in the Honor 9 Lite. It is an iteration of the flagship Honor 9 with dual cameras, but lower powered internals. It gains the popular 18:9 display and has a mirror finish to the back casing which will delight some and annoy others. Here is everything you need to know about the Honor 9 Lite. When is the Honor 9 Lite release date? How much will the Honor 9 Lite cost?...

So you’re eying a new iPhone 12 and have spotted an excellent deal with a nice, low monthly rate and no upfront cost: Win! But hold on: it’s a cashback deal. What exactly does that mean? If you’re new to the world of cashback deals and plans, you might feel unsure of how it all works. Here, we’re answering all your questions around just what a cashback phone offer is, types of cashback offers, and whether it’s worth it....

WhatsApp has become one of the most popular messaging apps globally, allowing users to text, share media, and make voice or video calls. For video call users, WhatsApp recently introduced a much-awaited feature for both Android phones and iPhones that allows users to enable filters during calls. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to enable this feature. Open WhatsApp Foundry Launch the WhatsApp app on your phone by tapping on its icon....

You might not feel like anyone is watching when you use the internet on your phone or tablet, but the truth is that all your activities could be monitored by lots of interested parties. It could be your ISP, your government or just companies that want to advertise their wares. To put a stop to this here are a few different ways to stay anonymous while using your Android device online....

Though they’re quickly falling out of fashion, there’s still plenty of need for physical copies of music albums that you want to enjoy on your hi-fi or in your car. Here’s how to take MP3s or other digital files and burn them to a CD. What do I need to make an audio CD? There are a few requirements for burning your own CDs at home. On the software side, Windows Media Player is free, comes with Windows and will do the job....

Most of us are pretty familiar with WhatsApp Messenger . You install the app on your phone, verify it with your phone number, then get busy sending free texts and picture messages over Wi-Fi. But you can also make calls using WhatsApp. Or, at least, some of us can. Also see: WhatsApp ban: What you need to know . If you’ve ever shopped around for a better phone tariff and put a new SIM in your phone without transferring your old number to it (this most likely applies to those of you with ‘disposable’ PAYG SIMs), you may find that people are having trouble getting hold of you....

Laptops have become increasingly powerful over the last few years, but there’s one compromise that’s hard to overcome: a small screen. Unless you’re going to carry a 17in monster around – and even a 17in screen is tiny by today’s standards – you’re forced to work on a display between around 11-15 inches. So when you’re at a desk, it pays to hook up a large monitor to make things a bit easier....

One of Excel’s many useful features is the ability to create drop-down lists that can then be added to a spreadsheet. These are great when you want people to answer a question, using preset choices. We’ll take you step by step through the process of creating a drop-down list in Excel. Set the contents of list The first thing you’ll need to do is open up a new Excel worksheet. In the left-most column enter the various contents you want to appear in your list....

Microsoft described Windows 11 as “the next generation of Windows”, but in reality not a huge amount has changed. The main differences compared to Windows 10 are visual, including a new taskbar, rounded corners and updated multitasking functionality. One of the most controversial updates is the new Start menu, which has been completely redesigned. A stripped-back aesthetic means it’s now primarily a launcher for your most used apps and files. Few people are mourning the loss of Live Tiles, but this dramatic simplification doesn’t suit everyone....

If you’re Wi-Fi connection isn’t quite as good as you’d like it to be, there are a few options available. You might have considered switching broadband providers , but this may cost you more and there are no guarantees of a faster connection. A Wi-Fi extender or mesh Wi-Fi system might help, or you could move close enough to the router for a more rapid wired connection. But there’s another potential solution that’s much easier....

Google has updated the YouTube mobile apps to include a new Dark Mode, just as you’ll find on the desktop versions. We show you how to save your eyes by going over to the dark side. What is YouTube Dark Mode? As the name suggests, Dark Mode turns the traditionally white backgrounds in YouTube to black. This makes it kinder on the eyes, thanks to less glare, especially when watching content in dimly lit rooms....