At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict Those after something flashy may not find an awful lot of appeal in the HP 250 G5. However, it’s one of the best-value, low-cost laptops you can find right now. Best Prices Today: HP 250 G5 It’s one of the cheapest laptops you ’ ll find to use an Intel Core-series processor, instantly solving many of the most serious day-to-day problems you ’ ll run into using a cheap computer....

HTC has today unveiled its new flagship smartphone, the HTC 10. Successor to the HTC One M9 , the HTC 10 is a beast of a phone with the gorgeous design, Quad-HD display, fingerprint sensor and awesome performance and multimedia features it needed to get back in the running for best Android phone 2016 . We reveal the HTC 10 UK release date, price, new features, specifications and photos. Also see HTC 10 hands-on review and HTC 10 vs Samsung Galaxy S7 vs LG G5 ....

Clicks is on a mission to bring keyboards back to smartphones, giving users the advantage of a physical QWERTY keyboard without compromising on screen space. It’s no secret that the BlackBerry experience is what Clicks aims to reproduce – no surprise with Michael Fisher (YouTuber MrMobile) and Kevin Michaluk (CrackBerry Kevin) involved. The first product – a keyboard case – didn’t excite me that much because it made the phone really long, too long for a normal pocket, but the Power Keyboard is a different story....

It’s no secret that we rely on our phones for just about everything these days, but that fact really hits home when you’re stuck somewhere with no phone signal. It always seems to happen when you need it the most, too, like when you’ve lost your friends at a festival , where the network always seems to be overloaded, or if you’re camping in the wilderness and can’t quite remember where you pitched your tent....

Google has just launched its new flagship phones for 2025, and there’s a lot to talk about. The Pixel 10 series has most bases covered, with an affordable model (Pixel 10), compact high-end handset (Pixel 10 Pro), big-screen phone (Pixel 10 Pro XL) and book-style foldable (Pixel 10 Pro XL) all included. Alongside the Pixel 9a from earlier this year, it’s a comprehensive lineup. However, in spite of the fact that it’s on its third generation of book-style foldable, there’s no sign of Google showing any sign of making a flip phone....

If you buy a security camera, your first decision may be to choose between a wired and a wireless model. Both have their advantages. A wired camera offers security in that, once it’s installed, you won’t need to worry about changing and charging batteries. However, it may require professional installation. At the very least, you’ll need to be prepared to put in some time and effort to set it up....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Pros ClearCook window OdourErase technology Fantastic for chips and roast joints Cons No cooking pre-sets Tricky to serve from drawer Rubber tray feet must be removed for cleaning Our Verdict A lack of pre-sets or guidance for cooking times and temperatures make the Instant Vortex Plus Air Fryer tricky to use at first, but once you get it right, the results are tremendous. Best Prices Today: Instant Vortex Plus 6-in-1 air fryer (5....

The past few years have seen the arrival in mainstream technology of curved screens and devices. First there was the smartphone chassis itself with LG’s G Flex & G Flex 2, which could prove socially embarrassing if you wore tight trousers. This was followed by the slightly less suggestive Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge , with its gently rolling displays, and Apple’s Bendgate iPhone. Although we think the last one was unintentional....

After months of leaks, rumours and controversy, the iPhone 13 series is finally available to buy around the world. While it might not look like much has changed on the surface, the smartphone range introduces a number of much-requested features including improved cameras, longer battery life and even 120Hz refresh rate displays (on some models, anyway) all while matching the prices to their predecessors. The wait is finally over; here’s all you need to know about the iPhone 13 range, including availability, pricing details and all the new features you should care about....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Pros Latest Apple chip Wireless charging IP67 water-resistance Cons Dated design Awful LCD display Only one rear camera Poor value Our Verdict The iPhone SE only makes sense for buyers who simply have to have an iPhone, but can’t afford the step up to the 12 Mini – or won’t give up on Touch ID just yet. If that’s you, then the iPhone SE will serve you well so long as you can stomach the dinky display and retro aesthetic – but equivalent Androids are far, far better....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict The iRig Keys Pro is a good keyboard but lacks some extra features which could be useful if you were to use it in a live setting. It’s a nice light keyboard and is fantastic to travel around with as it is easy to set up and works instantly. Some highlights are to use it to practice along to other songs, to jot down your own song ideas and to have fun experimenting with sounds....

Smart rings have solidified their place in the wearable tech market with the likes of Oura and Samsung leading the way, but where is Apple’s smart ring? It’s a question on many lips and one that’s not easy to answer but there are various hints and rumours that give us a picture of what’s going on. Even the existence of the Samsung Galaxy Ring means there’s a good chance Apple will launch a rival… eventually....

Update: On 18 June June at around 11pm UK time, reports of Virgin Media not working began to appear. Downdetector suggests many places around the UK are affected, with hotspots in London, Bristol, Manchester, Liverpool and Leeds. However, some areas seem to be unaffected and working as usual. The most commonly reported problem is issues accessing emails, but many are reporting a loss of internet or slower connections than usual. At the time of writing, Virgin is yet to officially acknowledge any fault....

Want to take the absolute best photos possible with your phone? Choosing which smartphone to use is more difficult than ever. In 2024, there’s an array of superb camera phones to choose from, including the Xiaomi 14 Ultra , Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra , Google Pixel 8 Pro , Honor Magic 6 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max . As you can see, the majority of these are Android phones ....

The DC Universe has been filled with rumours about Justice League Dark for years. Now it’s finally happening, courtesy of HBO Max and former Star Wars writer and director J.J. Abrams. There have been numerous talks of movie adaptations – with names like Doug Liman and Guillermo del Toro being thrown around – but Abrams will be adapting this comic series into a fully-fledged TV show. If you’d like to know more about this brand new series, then keep on reading....

At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Compact Easy to use Good eco-credentials Quick to heat up Cons No automatic stop Small water tank Our Verdict If simplicity and sustainability are high up your list for a coffee machine then this will fit the bill. It won’t cost you much either but it’s limited when it comes to features. Best Prices Today: Lavazza A Modo Mio Tiny Eco We’re big fans of eco-friendly products and that’s the ethos of the latest pod coffee machine from Lavazza, the A Modo Mio Tiny Eco....

At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Affordable Big display Stylus included Cons Not the most powerful The screen could be brighter Our Verdict The Lenovo Idea Tab Pro is big and well put together, but it’s missing too much in terms of performance to be easy to recommend to all. Even so, its included stylus, large display, and speakers make it ideal for note-taking or for media Consumption — just don’t expect it to replace your laptop....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Pros Smart design Great keyboard Decent battery life Cons Lacklustre display Only suitable for light tasks Our Verdict The IdeaPad 3 is a good budget Chromebook that ticks most boxes. It’s affordable and will tackle light tasks all day long. Best Prices Today: Lenovo IdeaPad 3 Chromebook 14 Lenovo has updated its lineup of Chromebooks with the new IdeaPad 3 – but just ‘Chromebook 3’ in the USA – which offers a 14in display, the simplicity of ChromeOS and all for a very reasonable price....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Pros All-day battery life Solid build quality Plenty of ports Cons Slow to recharge So-so display Cramped trackpad Our Verdict The Lenovo IdeaPad Flex 5 is a decent laptop-tablet hybrid that’s well-suited for work and play. The lightweight build and long battery life make it a good choice for commuting and travelling, but the display is of middling quality, and some design choices, namely the trackpad, are a little awkward....

Following the announcement of the G Pad 3 10.1 at CES earlier this year comes a leak which details another new Android tablet: the G Pad X2 8.0 Plus. Bit of a mouthful if you ask us. T-Mobile has posted the tablet on its support website, with some low-resolution images and incomplete specifications. LG, too, has posted images of the tablet on its own site . When is the LG G Pad X2 release date?...