Logitech’s flagship gaming mouse, the G502, has gone through a few iterations since its launch in 2014 – but for the first time Logitech has revamped the range entirely with a top-to-bottom rebuild and a trio of mice dubbed the G502 X series. At the heart of the redesign are brand-new Lightforce hybrid switches, which combine the speed and reliability of an optical mouse switch with the crisp feel and click of mechanical....

Apple’s release schedule tends to work on an annual cycle so it isn’t a major surprise that the next version of macOS is now available for the public to test out ahead of the software becoming available later this year as a free update for owners of compatible Macs. The update is called Mojave and will come with a range of new features, as well as some cross over with iOS....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict If you have a library of cherished music on disc or tape and want to transfer it and tidy it up at the same time, Magix Audio Cleaning Lab 2014 does the job with a minimum of fuss. If you don’t want to use the automated options or the presets, there’s enough individual control to be able to tweak the parameters you want....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict 18:9 screens are the current fashion and the Alpha X is one of the most affordable phones to have one. Its specs are pretty good Considering the price, but the big battery does make it quite heavy. Ultimately, the Alpha X is good value despite its middling cameras and performance. Best Prices Today: Maze Alpha X In September 2017 we reviewed the Maze Alpha ....

Microsoft surprised a lot of people when it returned to smartphones in 2019, even if the new device was a dual-screen Android foldable. The Surface Duo eventually arrived the following year, but it had serious hardware shortcomings that were hard to overlook. 2021’s second attempt was a big step forward, although there’s still plenty of room for improvement. A third generation is due soon, but it might not be called a Surface Duo or feature separate displays....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Pros Excellent, larger screen Great accessories Impressive webcam Cons Lacklustre performance Frustrating tablet mode Type Cover sold separately Our Verdict The new Surface Go is a compelling second-generation device, but question marks remain over its long-term suitability for productivity, particularly on the baseline Intel Pentium Gold model. Best Prices Today: Microsoft Surface Go 2 The release of the original Surface Go was technically a follow-up to the very first Surface PC back in 2012, although it had transformed in the six intervening years....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict If you want a good-looking gadget to inspire you to do more, especially in the pool, the Misfit Shine is a good bet. Just don’t expect it to accurately measure distance or calories burned, or to be able to compete against other Shine users. Things could improve with future updates, but this is currently an unrefined system. Best Prices Today: Misfit Shine Activity Monitor The Misfit Shine Activity Monitor is – as the name suggests – a wearable gadget aimed at tracking your aerobic activity in order to inspire you to do more....

MIT’s free online course, 6.002x: Circuits and Electronics , is a hit. The course, which began in March and ends on June 8, prompted 120,000 registrations. This online course is no different than the circuits and electronics course taught to undergrads on campus, said Anant Agarwal, director of MIT’s Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory, who leads 6.002x. The class is part of an open education program called MITx . Discussing the curriculum of MITx, Agarwal said, “It’s not watered down; it’s the same thing — it’s as hard” as the classes all MIT students take....

Motorola’s Razr was one of the iconic phones of the early 2000s, but its modern take on a classic flip phone has been a hit in recent years. Of course, the key difference is that modern Razr handsets don’t have a physical number pad. As foldable phones , they combine a folding internal screen with a secondary cover display. In 2023, Motorola released two versions for the first time: the Razr 40 (Razr (2023) in North America) and Razr 40 Ultra (Razr+ (2023) in North America)....

At a Glance Our Verdict The return of the RAZR signals a turning point for Motorola. Once responsible for the most desirable phone on the market, this new incarnation pays its respects to that 2004 precursor, while also showcasing some of the most cutting-edge technology available on a smartphone. The design and engineering at play are unquestionably impressive and this is the first foldable phone you’ll actually be able to buy in the truest sense of the term....

Motorola is not slowing down this year. First the Edge 50 Fusion , Edge 50 Pro and Edge 50 Ultra hit the market, later joined by the Razr 50 and Razr 50 Ultra flip phones. All these devices are also now available in Europe, including the UK. Now, the family is gettin expanded with the regular Edge 50 and Edge 50 Neo. When will they be available, how much do they cost and what new features do the two models introduce?...

At a Glance Our Verdict We need to details such as price and battery life but the MSI GS63VR Stealth Pro is a seriously sleek and portable gaming laptop. With Nvidia Max-Q it’s got a GTX 1070 plus plenty of other great specs. Best Prices Today: MSI GS63VR Stealth Pro Thanks largely to Nvidia, we’re getting thinner gaming laptops with high-end GTX performance and MSI has one of the first Max-Q certified laptops at Computex 2017....

The Nintendo Switch is proving a big success and the multi-mode console will be under plenty of Christmas trees this year. Whether you’ve just opened one up or you’ve been playing for a while, here are our top tips and tricks so you get the most out of the Switch. In this tips and tricks article we’re not going to bore you with the basics like how to use the Joy-Cons on similar....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Pros Cheap Lightweight 120kg max rider weight Cons Cheap build quality Rear brake light fell off review sample No UK plug Our Verdict The Niubility N1 is a cheap alternative to scooters from established brands like Xiaomi, and while it’s a valiant effort, it’s not the perfect electric scooter. Best Prices Today: Niubility N1 While still not legal to ride on public roads in the UK, electric scooters are becoming more popular around the world – and with the range of benefits on offer, it’s not hard to see why....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Pros Compatible with key photo platforms Stylish frames Good brightness and viewing angles Cons Resolution varies by size Our Verdict Nixplay’s Smart Photo Frames are easy to use and you can save thousands of photos on the frame itself without shelling out for a cloud subscription. But bear in mind that screen resolution varies depending on frame size and the best resolution is now on the 2K Ultra, which is a pricey option....

Nokia announced its Nokia 7 Plus at MWC 2018, a mid-range Android phone that is now available to pre-order in the UK at £349.99 and will ship on 2 May . At selected retailers it will come with a free Google Home Mini for the first month. If you can’t wait that long, though, Unlocked-Mobiles already has it in stock and can deliver tomorrow. It stocks the phone SIM-free at £345 inc VAT, and will supply a free pair of Nokia Boom headphones worth £30, or you can get it on contract from £15....

At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Distinctive metallic design Powerful chipset that’s great for gaming Impressive selfie camera Affordable price Cons Design may be too flashy for some No charger included in the box No wireless charging Our Verdict Despite a new design and extra performance, the Phone (2a) Plus retains an affordable price tag, making it a top recommendation. But I can’t help but feel that this is what the Phone (2a) should have been from the beginning, and that the Plus model doesn’t need to exist....

At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Great performance Solid battery life Fast charging Useful Game Space software Cons Average cameras Only 3 years of software support Our Verdict Nubia’s first non-gaming tablet outing shows a lot of promise. Performance is great, and there’s plenty to like about the compact and lightweight Pad Pro. Price When Reviewed This value will show the geolocated pricing text for product undefined Best Pricing Today...

The OnePlus 11 is now on sale after first going out into the Chinese market in January. The phone is a return to a fully premium top of the line flagship after 2022’s OnePlus 10T brought some top tier specs but several downgrades on the OnePlus 10 Pro to drive the 10T’s price down. There’s no ‘Pro’ model – the OnePlus 11 is pro enough, it seems. Here’s everything you need to know about the OnePlus 11 5G (to give it its annoying full name)....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict The Oppo A5 2020 is bread-and-butter proof that you don’t need to spend a fortune for some impressive bits of kit on a smartphone. With a 5000mAh battery, a large display and an aesthetically-pleasing design to boot. The camera isn’t as strong as what we’ve seen on other budget phones, but this is still a great buy. Best Prices Today: Oppo A5 2020 Oppo’s latest affordable offering is the A5 2020, a phone that sits between £150 and £200....