An Android malware researcher at Kaspersky is warning of a resurgence of the notorious Joker malware. In a series of posts on Twitter, Tatyana Shishkova has listed over a dozen apps which – on the surface – appear harmless but contain dangerous malware. Joker is a particularly nasty Trojan, too. It often sits dormant in the background for a while after you install an app containing it, only later doing its dirty work....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict Dell’s debut offering is pretty much exactly what most people want from a Chromebook. It’s fast, easily portable, smart looking, features a great keyboard, and even manages to add in a few bells and whistles like the two USB 3.0 ports. If Google’s vision for a laptop fits your needs, then the Chromebook 11 will make you very happy. Best Prices Today: Dell Chromebook 11 Another newcomer to the Chromebook shores is PC behemoth Dell....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict The Phantom 4 Advanced is another top-notch drone from DJI. It’s not cheap, and spare batteries are expensive, but it is very easy to fly and offers a plethora of ‘smart’ modes that will help you get decent aerial footage. For some the 20Mp camera will make it worth the upgrade from the Phantom 3 or 4, but remember it lacks the rear vision sensors of the Phantom 4 Pro, which isn’t a whole lot more expensive....

An app for Android and iOS that otherwise costs $69.99 per year (£62.99 in the UK) is now available for free. To be more precise, the Balance: Meditation & Sleep app is free all the time, but without the paid annual subscription it won’t do anything. However, the developers are offering new users their first year for free for a limited time. Download Balance: Meditation & Sleep for Android here...

At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros LCD screen Cooking probe Water tank Cons Rattly drawer Runs hot Pricey Our Verdict The Dreo ChefMaker has a chef mode that works like a dream. When used in conjunction with its steam function and cooking probe, you’ll be able to get perfectly cooked, juicy steaks and joints, with no hassle at all. And cooking meat really is the ChefMaker’s speciality, although if you want to DIY, there’s more trial and error....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict Although East-tec Eraser 2014 is only a single-task application, it deletes and wipes amazingly thoroughly and offers a range of different methods, depending on the security level you require. East-tec has also not made the mistake of over-charging for its utility, which is currently available for under £20. Best Prices Today: East-tec Eraser 2014 review You don’t have to be working for the NSA to want to clean data from the storage devices on your PC ....

At a Glance Our Verdict As promised, 5G is incredibly fast when downloading large files and makes the whole phone feel faster with barely any pauses when streaming. Web loading is faster, and it’s all helped along by the high-end smartphones you are currently limited to. But with limited national coverage, high prices and no 5G iPhone, it makes sense to wait unless you can afford it and live in a city with excellent coverage....

EE yesterday announced plans to turn on its next-generation mobile network in six UK cities on 30 May. London, Cardiff, Edinburgh, Belfast, Birmingham and Manchester will be first to experience 5G, which promises data speeds up to 20 times that of 4G. In order to use 5G you need a compatible phone, and the mobile operator has confirmed that the OnePlus 7 Pro 5G will be the first such device available to UK consumers on its network, also going on sale on 30 May....

Epic, sue whoever you want. Fight over every last scrap of possible revenue, every real dollar from every imaginary video game outfit and emote. But for the love of God, stop asking me to care about it. It’s been four years since Epic deliberately violated the terms of the Apple App Store on iOS and the Google Play Store on Android, instantly suing Apple and Google for the right to flog Fortnite V-bucks without paying the 30 percent cut....

At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Compact base 4,000PA suction 4 litre dust bag should last for 3 months Cons No base drainage or refill Mop pad requires manual washing Our Verdict The Ezviz RE5 is a solid vacuum and mop combo that delivers a lot for its price point. It has good suction and carpet detection, so it’s useful for homes with different types of flooring, and you can create maps for different storeys....

The new iPhone SE is here. Or is it? To be honest, it looks quite a lot like the last one, released in 2020, which really looked a lot like the iPhone 8, which came out in 2017. Although, if I’m being honest, that didn’t look so different from the iPhone 6, which launched way back in 2014. If I’m feeling charitable, that makes this a five-year-old design, but really it’s more like eight....

LG has announced a new product that will premiere virtually at next week’s IFA, the trade show for consumer electronics and home appliances. The WashTower is a stacked, single unit washing machine and dryer. It will initially become available to buy in North America next month (October), followed by a worldwide rollout. So, how will having a single, integrated unit benefit the user? Dan Song, president of LG Electronics Home Appliance & Air Solution Company, said that the WashTower exemplifies LG’s “commitment to enhancing user convenience and space efficiency in the home”....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict The Fitbit Ace 2 is designed especially for younger children. It’s a well-priced if basic activity tracker. It lacks the more advanced health measurements you’ll find on the pricier Fitbits but it has enough to motivate a family to up their exercise. The app is great, and features special Parent and Kid views. Best Prices Today: Fitbit Ace 2 Fitbit has a fitness tracker, the Ace 2, built especially for children – although it’s really developed for parents, as any Fitbit would work for children just as well....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict The Alta HR is Fitbit’s most stylish heart-rate tracker to date. It lacks an altimeter for stair and hill climbing stats, but its 24/7 heart-rate monitor will help you get fitter, lose weight, and better monitor your sleep. You get the core Steps, Distance, Calories and Sleep measurements, and automatic exercise recognition functionality. We love the Activity Reminder prompts which help you get more active during the day....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict A fantastic upgrade over the original Flux Charger, the new 4,000mAh Flux takes onboard all our criticisms and comes back fighting. An excellent, truly portable power bank that will get any smartphone user out of a jam. Best Prices Today: Flux Card Power banks are extremely useful but they can be cumbersome, especially when you also have to carry assorted cables to transfer that power from the bank to your phone ....

HP’s latest printer is designed for modern family life and with this great deal from Currys it’s affordable for everyone. The Envy 6032e isn’t just a pretty face: it’s packed with all the features you and your family need. For a start, it can automatically print on both sides of the page which saves money – and the trees. It’s ideal for printing documents as well as photos, but there’s also a built-in scanner that makes it easy to make copies or for sharing documents in digital formats....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict Owners of the original Chromecast have very little reason to upgrade the new model. Google has improved the design with the Chromecast 2 and added better Wi-Fi. We also like the new app and, in general, the device is a bargain at £30. However, the Roku Streaming Stick outclasses it for less than £10 extra with more content available, a remote control and excellent user interface....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Pros Always-on Google Assistant Responsive touch controls Compact design Cons Lack of bass 3hr play time Connectivity issues Our Verdict The Google Pixel Buds are an improvement on the original from 2017, but with sub-par battery life, a lack of bass and connectivity issues, they’re far from perfect – especially at such a high price. Best Prices Today: Google Pixel Buds (2020) The new Google Pixel Buds arrive at a very competitive time in the true wireless earbud market, with buds available in all kinds of shapes and sizes, at a variety of price points, making it harder than ever to try and justify putting down £179/$179 for a pair of wireless earbuds....

At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Sleek & stylish design Solid performance Good battery life Chromecast available when docked Updates until 2028 Cons Dock has mediocre audio Missing Nest Hub features Slow charging Our Verdict The Pixel Tablet has clear downsides and certain things can’t be fixed with a software update. But you can buy it without the docking station at an affordable price, and Google has now extended OS upgrades until June 2028....

In summary Google issues statement about Pixel 10 GPU Promises to “improve driver quality” Major overhaul arguably required Google appears to be preparing steps to improve the GPU performance of the Pixel 10 smartphone series. The Google Pixel 10 series was warmly received when it rolled out in late August, but one of the persistent criticisms has been its underwhelming performance compared to rival flagships – especially in the GPU department....