At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict The rugged Construction of the C213 will definitely appeal to those who intend to either give this to a child or want to use it themselves in harsher conditions. Having an easy to repair modular design is a welcome feature in these days of soldered laptop components. It’s a tough machine that also offers decent performance at a price that, while higher than some Chromebooks (and regular laptops), is still acceptable....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict While not cheap, the Asus DSL-AC88U manages to deliver the key wireless, LAN and broadband connectivity in a highly effective one-size-fits-all package. It’s far superior to the typical router that Broadband suppliers provide, and ideal for any household that uses Wi-Fi extensively. Best Prices Today: Asus DSL-AC88U Late in 2015, Asus launched the RT-AC88U, a cable router that impressed many reviewers. The sticking point for that design was the price, the RRP being a whopping £364....

Asus’s ROG Phone series has arguably led the gaming phone space for the last few years, offering the priciest flagship gaming phones around, while rivals have often competed at lower price points. That doesn’t look set to change with the ROG Phone 5 range. The company’s fourth generation is comprised of three phones, with the regular version joined by a Pro and limited edition Ultimate model for the very first time....

Electric scooters have seen a huge surge in popularity over the last couple of years with the discovery that they can be a surprisingly convenient and fun way to shave some time off the morning commute. With rising pollution levels worldwide, there are more people than ever looking for an eco-friendly alternative to driving or using public transport. They’re a big purchase, and you probably don’t know exactly what to look for from a scooter, so we’ve picked out some of the best on the market, breaking down the features and specs that you need to think about before you buy....

Choosing the best headphones for your children is important because using the wrong ones could cause lifelong damage to their hearing. Headphones for kids are an essential piece of tech for parents. Few of us want to hear Spongebob for more than ten minutes or be subjected to either blam-blam action gaming or the high-pitched whine of Alvin the Chipmunk. And maybe we can listen to something else while the kids are amused on the computer, tablet, phone or TV....

Internet of Things, or IoT, refers to a system of computing and digital devices that are connected to the internet. As the world becomes increasingly digital, everything from coffee machines to cars will become connected. As technology develops and changes it’s important to keep your skills up to date. To help, we’ve compiled a list of useful IoT courses for you to try out this year. Some are free, others are not but they all provide a sturdy foundation in IoT....

Windows Phone, later rebranded as Windows 10 Mobile, is officially over. The company stated it had shut down its hardware division in 2017 but it has now confirmed that software and security updates to existing devices will end in December 2019. Microsoft has even said that “with the Windows 10 Mobile OS end of support, we recommend that customers move to a supported Android or iOS device.” So if the company that makes Windows phones is saying you shouldn’t use them then you probably shouldn’t....

Samsung’s spring sale of appliances is on! These deals are available from Samsung’s online shop until 27 April – or until stock runs out. You’ll also get free next-day delivery on your purchases. Bundle deals are also available: you can save 15% if you buy two selected appliances and 20% if you buy three. The discount will automatically be added to your basket when you shop. If you spot a good deal, go for it....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Pros Superb antivirus and malware protection Strong online threat protection Customizable dashboard Cons VPN limited to 200MB per day, per device Can have notable performance impact on some PCs Anti-theft tools aren’t effective Our Verdict Bitdefender Total Security packs superb antivirus defenses into an easy-to-use app, giving it a strong edge despite a couple of features falling flat. In particular, its safe payment environment is a unique protection for sensitive online accounts — something that makes up for this suite’s lack of an included password manager....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict The BlackBerry Motion proves a difficult device to rate. It’s too big, and there’s not much to tempt a casual smartphone buyer here aside from outstanding battery life. It is too austere and clunky even in comparison to the KeyOne, and won’t stand out in the £400 price bracket – a price hangover from the premium leanings of the BlackBerry name. BlackBerry isn’t a cool brand, but the Motion has a huge battery, a headphone jack and a CPU that will just about cope with what you want it to do besides high level gaming....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict For a cheap phablet the Bluboo X6 has a lot going for it. It’s reasonably fast compared to its similarly priced rivals, it supports 4G and dual-SIM functionality, and the large screen is useful for browsing the web and viewing media, if it’s not particularly high-res. It has a few quirks, and we’re not keen on the fingerprint scanner or software customisations, but at £90 you really can’t complain....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Pros Compact Integral steam wand Good value for money Great creative potential Cons Steep learning curve Initially stiff portafilter Manual dispensing Time-Consuming to make several coffees at once Our Verdict This budget-friendly appliance would suit a coffee enthusiast looking for a first home espresso machine. It makes a rich espresso with excellent crema and steams milk to a velvety micro-foam – but you’ll need to invest some time in working out how to use it....

A few years ago, you’d have been right if your hunch was that you probably don’t need to bother with antivirus software on your iMac or MacBook. Windows was still the primary target, with Android rapidly increasing as a platform for criminals to exploit. However, a recent report from Malwarebytes shows that you can’t be complacent in 2020. It found there was an increase in Mac threats of over 400 percent in 2019, compared to the previous year....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict The Chillblast Fusion Adamantium 3 Gaming PC delivers high performance in a compact form factor, while making the minimum noise. Higher performance is available at no extra charge via an optional overclocking option, but not without compromising it’s ‘cool and quiet’ design philosophy. You won’t be expanding it with dual graphics cards, in fact there’s not much room for internal upgrades at all, but it’s also very reasonably priced for a PC of this specification....

At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Excellent battery life Simple, effective design Impressive sound Good value for money Cons Relatively heavy No pen included Outdated specs Our Verdict If versatility is a top priority for you, the Inspiron 16 2-in-1 is a great choice. It’s an impressive all-rounder, with key strengths such as sound, cooling and battery life and only minor compromises. Best Prices Today: Dell Inspiron 16 2-in-1 It’s worth emphasising that this review is for the 2022 model of the Inspiron 16 2-in-1, which features Intel’s 12th-gen processors rather than the latest (at the time of writing) 13th-gen....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict We found the Denon to deliver a fantastic overall package as a portable headphone with the AH-MM400. However, we did not find it capable to dethrone or compete with the older Denon AH-D600, D7100, D2000, D5000 and D7000 headphones, which simply outclassed the MM400 in almost every single aspect but for portability. The Denon AH-MM400 therefore provide current Denon owners with a great way of having a similar sound signature headphone on-the-go....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict Detective Pikachu could have been a disaster, but instead it’s really a bit of a delight. A game cast, robust world-building, and a sharp script combine to produce a film that should appeal equally to new fans and nostalgia-driven millennials. It’s a low bar to clear, but this is the best videogame movie yet – by some way. Best Prices Today: Detective Pikachu Detective Pikachu is the first ever live action Pokémon movie, and the first film to release since Nintendo announced plans to move into more movies – there’s also an animated Mario on the way in a few years....

Winter is coming, as a once-beloved TV show used to say. And with it comes rising heating bills, increasing worries and any number of hacks and tips that focus on lowering your electricity bills and helping you to heat your home. Right now, there’s a tip trending on TikTok that involves making a space heater out of terracotta pots – essentially plant pots – and tea lights to help to warm up a room without using a plug-in heater or central heating....

Huawei is back with a new generation of its photography-focused flagships, but some incredible camera tech is let down by a major shortcoming once again. The Pura 70 range – a rebranding of the P series devices that came before it – includes three new devices. A regular Pura 70 and Pura 70 Pro can be seen as direct successors to last year’s models, but the Pura 70 Ultra is brand new....

Ever wondered if those old games you played back in the day are as good as you remember? While stuck at home during the global pandemic, I’ve taken the chance to revisit some classics of my youth that are now available to play for free online. Games such as Wolfenstein 3D and Lemmings , but today it’s arguably one of the most influential titles in the history of video games. It’s time for break out the shotgun, head to Mars and fight off the hordes of hell....