At a Glance Our Verdict Similar on price and performance, the iPhone 7 and Galaxy S8 are both good choices for your next phone. The iPhone is smaller and lighter, but the S8 packs a much larger, higher resolution screen into a body that’s really not much larger or heavier. It supports wireless charging and has the latest tech including Bluetooth 5, while retaining old tech like the headphone jack. There’s just one model – 64GB – in two relatively muted colours, but unlike the iPhone in its various shades, you can insert a microSD card to get up to 256GB of storage....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict We loved the Galaxy Tab S2 since the very first time we got our hands on it back in August, and upon further investigation and after spending more time with it we just love it even more. It’s a tablet well worth Considering if you’ve been thinking about buying the iPad mini 4, as it can contend and sometimes outshine Apple’s tablet when it comes to design and power....

Until 15 August, you can make huge savings on Samsung vacuum cleaners by combining two Samsung deals: one that’ll net you £200 off when you trade in your old vacuum, and another 15% off voucher code. This discount is UK-only. We’ll walk you through how to get the deal. You can also use the trade-in deal to get up to £500 off a TV, £350 off a soundbar, £200 off a refrigerator or £100 off a laundry appliance or monitor....

In summary Korean publication tips Tri-fold launch this week Launch at Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit Rollout later this year The Samsung Galaxy Tri-fold foldable could launch as soon as this week, according to fresh reports from South Korea. Samsung had already confirmed that its ambitious double-hinged device was set for release this year, but the previous prediction of a 29 September unveiling fell wide of the mark. Now we have received a strong indication that it could well be imminent....

There are only two episodes left of House of the Dragon season 2. In the season so far, we’ve had dragon fights, brutal murders and many bizarre visions in the depths of Harrenhal (prayers for Daemon Targaryen). One of the biggest takeaways of episode six was that we got a new dragon rider. This person was not picked by Rhaenyra and the Blacks but instead hunted down by the beast himself – Seasmoke....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice is a beautifully crafted game. The combination of excellent story-telling and world-building, gorgeous visuals and sound design along with an outstanding combat system will make it one of 2019’s best games. The one aspect that keeps it from being a must-play for everyone is the sheer level of difficulty that some players will find off-putting. Best Prices Today: Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice The release of any From Software game is always met with a huge wave of anticipation....

Your fridge has one of the longest potential lifespans of any home appliance. It can comfortably last for 15 years or more, so it’s easy to get used to its odd quirks and not notice when it’s getting less efficient. It may seem that the most frugal option is to keep it going for as long as possible. But if it’s approaching the end of that period or showing other signs of slowing down, that may not be the case....

Following the announcement of the new Apple Watch Series 6 , Apple Watch SE, iPad Air and iPad at Apple’s Time Flies event, Tim Cook quietly announced that iOS 14 would be released the following day, aka, today. It’s a much faster release than previous years, with Apple traditionally giving developers a week to finalise their apps before general release, possibly in a bid to satisfy those patiently waiting for the iPhone 12 announcement....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict While the design is great and the new Wear OS update is a plus, the Falster 2 isn’t quite the home run we hoped for. The one-day battery life is a disappointment. Despite adding GPS, NFC and waterproofing, the performance is a little sluggish and it doesn’t bring anything new to the table. This is more a criticism of the software than the hardware itself which is a shame as the Falster 2 is one of the nicest looking smartwatches around, notwithstanding its flaws....

At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Great sound Long battery life Doubles as power bank Line-in option Cons No Google Assistant support Not a true stereo experience Expensive Our Verdict You shouldn’t buy it for the advertised stereo sound, but various other upgrades and tweaks make the Move 2 a great sounding and versatile portable speaker. Four years on from the original, Sonos has launched the Move 2 as its new premium portable speaker with a raft of upgrades....

Although there were plenty of Mini LED TVs announced at CES last year, Sony was not one of the brands unveiling models with the tech. For 2022, though, it has joined the bandwagon with a range of Master Series Z and Bravia X models. There are two models in the 2022 range that feature Mini LED technology starting with the Bravia X95K which offers 4K at 65-, 75-, and 85in sizes....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict The Xperia XZ2 Compact fits almost every major feature from the XZ2 into a smaller frame, offering the best specs you’ll find in a 5in phone right now – at the cost of a slightly chunky rear end. If you don’t mind the bezel-ly design and the lack of wireless charging, you won’t find better performance anywhere near this price point. Best Prices Today: Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact Sony broke its usual smartphone release cycle to bring its latest flagship, the Xperia XZ2 , to Mobile World Congress 2018 , a few months earlier than expected....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Pros Solid specs Long battery life Main camera is good Cons Disappointing display Dull design Bloatware included Our Verdict Anyone looking for a large phone with good battery life, solid specs, and an aesthetic that screams ‘professional’ will be fairly happy with the 10 5G, which seems destined to be more popular in the boardroom than anywhere else. Best Prices Today: TCL 10 5G You might not have heard of TCL before, but you’ve probably come across their products before....

TCL’s 2021 CES press conference featured tablets, headphones and, most importantly, a new lineup for smartphones to choose from, in the TCL 20 Series. While the company showcased five devices as part of the 20 Series’ official debut, two are ready for prime time a little sooner than their launch siblings, in the TCL 20 5G and the TCL 20 SE. While TCL has steered the rudder for both Alcatel and BlackBerry-branded phones in the past, it wasn’t until last year that we first met the company’s own-brand Android smartphones....

Whether you’ve got a 3DS, 2DS, New 3DS , New 3DS XL, or New 2DS XL (phew – did we miss any?) you’ll probably quickly find yourself looking for accessories to expand the potential of Nintendo’s portable console family. From power chargers (which Nintendo mysteriously doesn’t include with some models) to carry cases, face plates, and NFC readers, there are plenty of add-ons you might want for a 3DS or 2DS – and that’s not even getting to the simple stuff like extra storage or replacements for that easily lost stylus....

Christmas is fast approaching and if you’re planning on updating your decorations, some new Christmas lights may be in order. Smart lights can give you more colour options and more control, which means no more crawling around under the tree to find the switch. You can set up schedules, choose patterns and change colours at the touch of a virtual button. One of the best things is, if you get a multicolour set by the likes of Twinkly, you can change the colour of your tree or decorative lights as often as you like, whenever you want....

August means school and college are out for the summer, but it won’t be long before you’ll be back in the classroom or lecture hall. And to give yourself the best possible chance of success, you’ll need the right tech to support you. For most people, this means a reliable laptop and smartphone , plus potentially a tablet . You’ll also want to make use of the many great software deals that are only available for students....

HBO has had various streaming platforms over the years, but Max is the biggest yet. With a slate of exclusive shows such as Our Flag Means Death and House of the Dragon, it’s one of the main competitors to streaming giants such as Netflix and Disney+. Unfortunately, it’s highly unlikely that we’ll see Max land in the UK – or at least not for a long while. Some of the content is sometimes syndicated via the likes of Sky, but there are things that remain exclusive to Max....

The Eurovision Song Contest is a competition like no other, with weird and wonderful music, ambitious staging and (if you’re in the UK) scathing yet hilarious commentary from the legend that is Graham Norton. This year’s event takes place in Basel, Switzerland, following Nemo’s win in 2024 with The Code . This year, there are some strong entries, with the quirky hit from Sweden, Bara bada bastu by KAJ (a song all about saunas) currently the bookies’ favourite....

The Last of Us season 3: in summary Filming for the next season is expected to start in 2026 The final episode of season 2 confirms that Abby’s story will be the focus One of HBO’s biggest shows, The Last of Us, has just wrapped up season two in traditional dramatic fashion. After a huge twist very early on, this latest instalment has explored the theme of revenge at whatever cost, with our main characters battling not just the infected, but mysterious cults and military factions....