In the battle to one-up their rivals and persuade punters to pick their network, mobile operators are increasingly going beyond a price war on data, calls and minutes. Whether it’s freebies, discounts or access to other services, there’s usually a sweetener to draw you in. Vodafone’s latest offer might not seem as tempting as a free coffee or getting priority for those exclusive event tickets, but it could save you from an awful lot of hassle....

At a Glance Our Verdict Hack your way around the capital, playing as anyone you meet if you can convince them to join DedSec. We’re loving the new Watch Dogs game complete with it’s new classes, perks, permadeatchs and much more. All in a beautifully recreated London. Best Prices Today: Watch Dogs Legion It’s been a few years but the Watch Dogs franchise is back with a third installment. We’ve been hands-on with Watch Dogs Legion at E3 2019 which is set in London and takes things to the next level....

If you have an account with Lloyds Bank, watch out for fake emails and text messages that are doing the rounds at the moment. Like many similar scams, the emails claim that your account has been suspended because of “recent activities” and you need to click a Confirm button to restore the account. An SMS message takes a different approach, saying that a ‘New device attempted to set up a payee to [your account]....

It seems as though overnight everyone’s t alking about SpO2, or blood oxygen, measurements . The latest Apple Watch, Withings smartwatch and Fitbit trackers all feature SpO2 readings – weaving th is biometric with numerous others, like stress levels and sleep quality, to help users grasp an overview of their health. Do we all need to care about our blood oxygen levels, though? Probably not. But as with most health-oriented lifestyle changes caused by Covid-19, it probably won’t hurt to know....

You know what a smartphone is and most likely what an iPhone is. But you might not know what it means when someone refers to Android. In the confusing world of technology, Android holds an important place, although it can be a tricky to get your head round why. Here are the basics on Android. We explain what it is, where it’s from and how to determine which Android version and which Android phones are the best....

Unless you’ve been living under a rock for the last few days, you’ll probably have heard of DeepSeek. The artificial intelligence (AI) app which is a rival and alternative to the likes of ChatGPT and Google Gemini has catapulted to worldwide attention following the launch of its R1 AI model on 20 January, spooking investors and majorly crashing some US stocks. But what’s so good about DeepSeek specifically? Why has it caused such a stir in the world of AI?...

In September 2020, the company revealed a brand new category of high-end laptops. Known as the Evo Platform, Intel says these premium devices ‘are designed to keep up with today’s fast-paced lifestyle’. In addition to great performance, this means eligible laptops must also be extremely lightweight and offer great battery life. Even then, devices must pass Intel’s rigorous testing procedures to be considered for selection. Following the announcement of 12th-gen Alder Lake CPUs at CES 2022, Intel updated the Evo Platform’s entry requirements....

The iPhone 12 is a big step forward for the iPhone, not only in terms of design and performance, but the introduction of MagSafe for iPhone. Reviving a much beloved accessory brand from the MacBook range, MagSafe for iPhone is essentially a ring of magnets and other tech surrounding the wireless charging coil on the rear of the iPhone 12 range, allowing you to attach accessories and wireless chargers with a satisfying snap....

VeChain is a platform that aims to make supply chain management more efficient, transparent and cost effective. It plans on doing this by using blockchain technology to create a tamper-proof, irrefutable ledger that will track the movements products and shipments in real time. The technology that VeChain provides offers a huge amount of utility and flexibility to many industries, but we’ll take supply chain as an example here. How does VeChain work?...

iOS 26: In summary Available for download on 15 September Named iOS 26, not iOS 19, as part of Apple’s naming rationalisation Extensive “Liquid Glass” design overhaul Apple continues to push the boundaries of its operating systems, and at its 9 June WWDC (Worldwide Developers Conference) event, it previewed its upcoming operating system, iOS 26, which is now close to release. If you’re an iPhone user, here’s what you can look forward to....

The Surface Laptop Go 2 is available now. Microsoft revealed its new student-focused laptop in a low-key launch on 1 June, before it went on sale six days later. As is often the case with second-gen products, the Laptop Go 2 doesn’t introduce wholesale changes. You get a more recent Intel CPU and integrated GPU, new ‘Sage’ colour option and Windows 11 pre-installed, but elsewhere it’s more of the same....

For much of the 21st century, one company has had a monopoly over CPUs. Intel, with its x86 (32-bit) and x64 (64-bit) architectures, has been overwhelmingly the dominant player, with other manufacturers struggling to get a look in. However, that’s begun to change in recent years. AMD’s first Ryzen processors were launched in 2017, and have since gone on to become a major rival to Intel for both laptops and desktop PCs....

There are many factors worth considering when buying a new PC, with one of the key ones being software. One of the first decisions to make is which software to go with. While macOS and ChromeOS have grown in popularity in recent years, Windows is still overwhelmingly the most popular operating system on the planet. Given that it’s five years old at the time of writing, Windows 10 is probably the one you’ll go for....

At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Incredible cameras Flawless performance Super-fast charging Stunning screen Cons HyperOS software annoyances Fingerprint magnet on certain colours More expensive than some rivals Our Verdict The Xiaomi 14 is a brilliantly competent and compact flagship for 2024 with gorgeous design, top-notch hardware and powerful performance. The question is whether you’re happy to pay more than key rivals while putting up with HyperOS. Best Prices Today: Xiaomi 14 Xiaomi’s flagship range of smartphones for 2024 is here and although we don’t get the Pro, the regular Xiaomi 14 and 14 Ultra make for a formidable duo....

Xiaomi’s bombastically-branded 29 March ‘Mega Launch’ brought a slew of new tech to the fore, including the hotly-anticipated Pro and Ultra members of the company’s Mi 11 flagship phone series. All in all, Xiaomi introduced four new smartphones on day one, along with the latest entry in its popular Mi Band fitness tracker series, the Mi Band 6 , as well as a new WiFi 6-capable router, in the AX9000 and the Mi Smart Projector 2 Pro....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict It might not be as fast as the original Mi Max, but performance isn’t the main reason you’ll be buying the MI Max 2. Crossing the boundary between phone and tablet, the gigantic 6.44in screen will leave those of you who like your phones big all hot under the collar. With more storage, an improved camera and longer battery life, the Mi Max 2 is a no-brainer of an upgrade....

This week Xiaomi is celebrating its birthday as the company hits seven years old. What better way to celebrate than with the launch of a new tablet: the Xiaomi Mi Pad 3 . (Well, we’d like to see the release of the upcoming Mi6 , though for now we’ll refrain from being fussy.) Successor to its Mi Pad 2 , the Mi Pad 3 is an affordable Android tablet with a 7....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Pros Beautiful 120Hz, 2.5K display Strong specs Slim design Cons Weak front-facing camera Android & MIUI under-optimised for tablets No LTE option Our Verdict The Xiaomi Pad 5 is an exceptional Android tablet – but it is still an Android tablet. There’s little to fault on the hardware front, where you’ll find a lightweight design bolstered by strong specs, a gorgeous display, and great speakers....

At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Very good 200Mp main camera Exceptional battery life Impressive display with superb visibility Cons Bloated HyperOS software Some colour issues in photos Bulky camera module Our Verdict Xiaomi’s Redmi Note 15 Pro 5G has a stellar main camera and will last for days, but inConsistent software and a lack of polish prevent it from achieving greatness. Price When Reviewed This value will show the geolocated pricing text for product undefined...

In summary: Tech Advisor reports Xiaomi’s modular camera lens concept is entering mass production after being showcased at MWC 2025. The magnetic system features a Fusion X Sensor with variable aperture and transmits data at 10Gbps, functioning like a Micro Four Thirds camera. This revolutionary accessory could transform smartphone photography, though availability outside China and pricing remain unknown. Xiaomi’s hugely appealing modular camera lens concept is set to enter mass production, according to reports....