Google has announced the Pixel 10 phones , and one of the big upgrades is the introduction of Qi2 magnetic wireless charging, so that begs the question: do the Pixel 10 phones support MagSafe? The simple answer is yes, but it’s not simple. In fact, there are various things to be aware of when using a MagSafe product with a Pixel 10 phone . MagSafe vs Qi2: What’s the difference? First, let’s tackle the slightly complicated situation of MagSafe and Qi2 as they are the sort of both the same and different – it will help you understand the situation....

Unsurprisingly, there’s a lot of information (and misinformation) flying around on social networks, so we’ve put together a guide of the best scientifically-based cleaning advice. We know that the following cleaning list seems daunting, especially if you have a larger home or a big family. The most important change to make at the moment is to clean the high-touch areas in your home regularly (see our advice below). Be methodical and don’t panic....

Following a handful of open beta weekends, the Darwin Project is due to be released on Steam this week. It’s a unique spin on the Battle Royale genre with smaller matches and TV show feel to it. Oh, and did we mention the Show Director that can massively help (or hinder) players. Either way, it sounds like the perfect game for livestreamers , and even offers a way for stream viewers to directly influence the game....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict As a coffee machine the Maestosa is pretty phenomenal, packed with features, add-ons, and conveniences that back up the fact that it also just makes bloody good coffee. As a smart coffee machine however, the Maestosa is a flop. Smart support is of questionable value in a coffee machine at the best of times, but here it barely works at all. If you’d be willing to drop two and a half grand on an automatic bean-to-cup machine that wasn’t smart, then take a serious look at the Maestosa....

At a Glance Our Verdict The Chromebook 14 2-in-1 is an interesting attempt to offer a mid-range Chromebook, and it’s hard to deny that it will stand out in the marketplace. Perhaps surprisingly it’s the specs that are the most impressive – a Core i3, 128GB storage, Full HD display – while the design feels a little workmanlike. A lot is going to depend on what price Dell settles on for the UK, though the $599 US price feels slightly high to us....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict If you’re on the market for a sub-£100 Bluetooth speaker, you’ll struggle to find something that sounds better than the Denon Envaya Pocket. It’s crisp and packs quite a punch in the bass department without any distortion and can be paired up for stereo playback. Most importantly, the two speakers provide a level of clarity not often found in budget Bluetooth speakers. Plus, it looks pretty cool too – what’s not to like?...

In summary Samsung starts selling its own Qi2 chargers Doesn’t sell any Qi2-compatible phones Could mean a Qi2-compatible Galaxy S26 Samsung may have just confirmed that the Samsung Galaxy S26 smartphone range is to support Qi2 wireless charging. As spotted by 9to5Google , Samsung is now offering a Single Wireless Charger charging puck on its US website , as well as a Car Wireless Charger. Both are Qi2 MPP chargers, which means that they support the full magnetised wireless charging standard....

The short answer is: no, iPhones and iPads don’t need antivirus software. However, while Apple’s iOS 18 is highly secure, that doesn’t mean your device is immune to all digital threats. In fact, there are other types of risks that antivirus software can help mitigate, even if it’s not blocking traditional viruses. Let’s dive deeper into why you don’t need antivirus in the conventional sense, but why security apps are still important for your iPhone or iPad ....

The age-old problem of computer viruses still hasn’t gone away. Some devices are more immune than others, with Chromebooks, iPads and iPhones being some of the best defended. It’s a different story with Windows, though. Malware remains a threat, and you’d be a fool to connect any Windows laptop or PC to the internet without first ensuring there’s some protection from viruses and other malicious things that seek to do harm to your system....

When you buy a smart home product, what are you really getting? More and more, what you’re buying isn’t just a product but a service – and the terms and conditions might not be as clear as you think. A surprise announcement from UK smart home brand Hive provides one such example. On 11 July, Hive customers received an email informing them that the brand is to stop selling a number of its home security products and – infuriatingly for people who have already invested in them – to cut off support for existing products of the same type, making them functionally useless....

If you’re reading this and you don’t know what IPv6 is, it’s the replacement for the internet addresses we’ve all been using for years. The old system – IPv4 – doesn’t offer enough combinations for all the devices connecting to the internet to have a unique address, which is why IPv6 was developed. It’s a bit like landlines and mobile phones: you can call someone using either method, but IPv4 is the landline here, and it’s becoming outdated....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict If you’ve got a big desk and want a fan you can point at your face without worrying about blowing anything else around, the Dyson Pre Cool Me is probably the best around. On the other hand, if you’re more Constrained for space or want a fan to cool a couple of people or even a small room then you’re not really playing to the Pure Cool Me’s strengths....

If the name doesn’t sound familiar, don’t worry – this is the re-branded version of EA Access and Origin Access, which have been brought together under the one banner to simplify things. Here’s how EA Play works, how much it costs, and whether it’s worth it or not. What is EA Play? EA Play is a monthly subscription service for fans of EA games including FIFA, Madden, Battlefield, The Sims, and all things Star Wars....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict We can’t believe such a huge amount of portable power is on offer at such a low price with the EC Technology High Capacity Power Bank. While it isn’t as stylish, nor as portable, as the Lumsing 10400mAh Power Bank, at twice the price it offers more than double the available battery power. Which device you choose will likely come down to how long you’ll be away from the mains....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict If you’re happy to buy from China then the metal Elephone M2 offers much better value than what you’d get for the same money in the UK, with a 5.5in full-HD screen, generous 32GB of storage, dual-SIM functionality and a fingerprint scanner. Performance is decent at this price, and the cameras are more than acceptable. A good budget buy. Best Prices Today: Elephone M2 If you’re looking for a cheap Android phone , buying from China can get you much more phone for your money....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict A full-featured watch for runners, the Epson Runsense SF-810 will be the perfect companion for those serious about shaving times of long-distance runs. It is limited only to that function, and it isn’t cheap. But battery life is great. Best Prices Today: Epson Runsense SF-810 A watch built for runners, the Epson Runsense is an activity tracker with an understated charm. Read our Epson Runsense SF-810 review....

Here, in brief, is everything you need to know about the products, when they’re arriving and what they cost. Echo speakers Echo 4 What: New fourth-generation Echo When: 22 October; Available to pre-order now . How much: £99.99/$99.99 The Echo Plus and Echo have now been rolled into one device, so you get a Zigbee smart hub in the standard Echo. There’s a new design, better speakers (and support for stereo Dolby Digital), plus a new AZ1 processor which makes Alexa better and faster....

If the performance of your home security cameras is lacking and you’re fed up with blurry images or blind spots, you need to know about dual lens cameras, which will provide you with next-generation protection for your home, garden or small business. What are dual-lens cameras? As the name suggests, dual-lens cameras feature two separate lenses that work together to increase the area they protect and provide high-quality, targeted images and video....

In the football gaming world only two names remain. Do you prefer FIFA or Pro Evolution Soccer (‘PES’ for short)? FIFA has grown into a well-oiled money-making franchise where PES has become second fiddle – at least in terms of sales. But are the two soccer sims really that different? Here, we compare FIFA 19 to PES 2019 to see what the differences are and help you decide which game you should buy....

At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros No subscription required Good app Can grow with you as you want to do more Cons Expensive, especially in the UK No option to use a web portal instead of the app App blocking can take a while to come into effect Our Verdict The Firewalla Gold SE does an excellent job of protecting your network, letting you see what’s going on and giving you good control over what devices can and can’t do....