The worlds of technology and fashion are merging into one with the introduction of wearable tech – even Ray-Ban has released a pair of sunglasses with built-in bone-conducting speakers – but one of the biggest growth areas has been the humble smartwatch. Offering a combination of new and old, the technology is hugely popular in 2021, and unsurprisingly, traditional wristwatch makers are looking to cash in on the interest. The problem is that luxury watchmakers are used to the premium price tag associated with their products, and that simply doesn’t translate to smartwatches in the fast-paced world of technology....

Sony’s Spider-Man universe is expanding with a brand-new story coming to the silver screen. Madame Web will introduce not one, but several spider-like superheroes entangled in a violent plot. Little was known about the movie for a long time, but that changed when the first trailer dropped in November. The film promises a darker story than many MCU releases. But is it enough to reverse the current superhero fatigue that is gripping audiences across the world?...

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict There’s no doubt MAGIX Samplitude Music Studio 2104 is a flexible and very well-featured music production suite. The new features are not window dressing and improve the overall functionality of the software. The suite is not that easy to get into, though, and feels in some parts as if the interface suffers from the repeated addition of extra features, without proper integration. Best Prices Today: Magix Samplitude Music Studio 2014 MAGIX is probably best known in the UK for its consumer-based Music Maker software, a loop and sample-based editor, but at the semi-pro level, it has Samplitude Music Studio 2014....

UGREEN is aiming to make personal data storage simpler and more secure for everyone with the launch of its new DH Series, designed to make network-attached storage (NAS) more accessible for entry-level users and those with essential data storage needs, whether that means freeing up space on cloud accounts, backing up family photos or streaming movies from a home media library. UGREEN’s latest home-friendly NAS drives are like your personal Cloud where you can more cost-effectively store all your private files securely in one place and access them from anywhere for data backup and media streaming....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict The M1 has some good things going for it – a decent screen, expandable storage, and a healthy battery life – but these are marred thanks to the poor camera and overly sensitive touchscreen. With models like the Nokia 5 and Motorola G5 already freely available in the UK, we would suggest opting for one of those rather than taking a chance on this import....

The Surface Pro is Microsoft’s high-end 2-in-1 PC. It was refreshed every year between 2013 and 2019, but it’s been all change since then. Firstly, we saw no new Surface Pro in 2020, presumably due to the pandemic. In its usual October slot, Microsoft launched an updated Surface Pro X and the new Surface Laptop Go instead. The Surface Pro 7+ then arrived in January 2021, adding 11th-gen Intel processors and LTE connectivity....

Microsoft today announced new Windows 10 devices in New York. Watch again as Microsoft launches the Surface Book, Surface Pro 4, Band 2, Lumia 950, Lumia 950 XL and Lumia 550. Surface Book , Surface Pro 4, Band 2, Lumia 950, Lumia 950 XL and Lumia 550 details. Read our Surface Pro 4 hands-on review . Watch the video above to view again Microsoft’s most exciting ever launch, which we brought you live from New York....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict If you’re replacing a wired thermostat and don’t mind fixing the Momit in the same place, then installation is an absolute breeze, and a snip at under £100. It’s certainly not the most stylish and isn’t really suitable if you need to control hot water too, but for many people it will give them the remote control they need, with good presence detection and geo-location as bonuses....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict We think a proper battery case makes more sense if on-the-go recharging is your aim, and we look forward to the proper Mophie iPhone 7 battery case range – expected in early 2017. Alternatively Mophie’s excellent Powerstation range of battery packs offer more flexibility, although lack the case’s protection. Best Prices Today: Mophie Hold Force Powerstation Plus Mini Mophie is the granddaddy of smartphone battery cases but has yet to create one for the iPhone 7....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict Like the main G7, the Power version is another hit from Motorola and is a great choice for anyone that cares most about battery life. Best Prices Today: Moto G7 Power For some reason, Motorola thought it would be a brilliant idea to launch four models of the G7 . And maybe, if you’re the sort of person who carefully researches your purchases before you buy – the kind who reads these reviews – then it’s probably not a big deal....

At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Gorgeous curved-edge pOLED display Slim and lightweight design Reliable battery life Impressive fast charging Cons Mediocre camera performance, especially in low light Software support lags behind competitors Performance falls short of similarly priced rivals Our Verdict An attractive mid-range device with a premium look and feel, but the Moto G85 5G is ultimately let down by middling performance, average cameras, and lacklustre long-term software support....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict The NEC MultiSync E243WMi could prove ideal as a high-quality monitor you can run all day without adding to your electric bills. The display is neat and accurate, well-built and functional. Best Prices Today: NEC MultiSync E243WMi NEC’s latest 24-inch full-HD IPS monitor, the NEC MultiSync E243WMi , promises to save you money – not in the initial purchase price, but from its Eco power-saving mode....

Last Thursday the internet collectively rejoiced as Rian Johnson’s murder mystery hit Knives Out was confirmed to get not one, but two sequels. But what makes this story interesting (and perhaps a little worrying) is that the deal was made with the king of streaming services – Netflix. Variety revealed that Netflix paid a whopping sum of $450 million for the rights to both films. It is currently unclear whether Knives Out 2 and 3 will get theatrical releases as well – but Netflix typically keeps its titles exclusive to the platform....

Netflix has had some big wins with the likes of Stranger Things season four and Dahmer – Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story. Despite that, the company has still had a tough financial year, laying off 300 staff a few months ago. It isn’t really a surprise, then, that the streaming service is launching a cheaper, ad-supported plan. When will Netflix’s Basic with Ads tier launch? Netflix’s Basic with Ads tier is now available in the UK and US ....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict The disappointing thing about the Nokia Lumia 530 is that it feels like a worse phone than the Lumia 520 it replaces (albeit with a price cut). The display is a deal breaker for us, undoing the good work of the Lumia 530’s performance and build quality. We want to see more storage, and the camera is no better than it ought to be....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Pros Comprehensive toolset Easy to use Real-time hardware optimisation Cons Poor space freeing performance Expensive Our Verdict Norton’s top-tier PC cleaning and optimising software offers almost endless tools but is an expensive option Considering how little space it can free up. Best Prices Today: Norton Utilities Ultimate You might know Norton best for its 360 anti-virus software, but it also makes a range of other applications including a PC cleaner....

At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Powerful chipset that can handle just about anything Stunning shots from triple 50Mp rear camera Long-lasting 6000mAh battery Pretty affordable for the specs Cons Clunky MyOS software Annoying design features (camera bump, texture) Only two years of software support Our Verdict The Nubia Z60 Ultra Leading Version delivers outstanding performance and stunning photos. A 50Mp Sony 9-series main camera gets combined with an 18mm ultra-wide and 85mm telephoto lens to deliver some excellent snaps....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Pros AAA PC games on almost any device Incredible performance at the Ultimate tier Cheaper than a new graphics card Play games you already own Cons Not every game is available 4K@120fps exclusive to PC and Mac Our Verdict Nvidia GeForce Now offers one of the best game streaming services available in 2023, but you’ll have to pay a premium to get the top-tier experience, and holes in the game library could cause issues for some too....

Here’s what you need to know about the GTX 1080, 1070, 1060 & 1050 price, specs and where to buy them, including the new 1080 Ti. Also see our GTX 1050 review, GTX 1070 review , GTX 1080 review and GTX 1060 review. For the first time, the specifications and architecture of these chips are basically identical on both desktop and laptops. This brings a whole new meaning to mobile gaming, especially since a GTX 1060-equipped laptop can now run a VR headset such as the HTC Vive....

Ofcom has announced the winners of the UK’s 4G LTE mobile spectrum auction. The telecoms regulator has confirmed that Everything Everywhere (EE), Three, Vodafone, Telefonica (O2) and Niche Spectrum Ventures Ltd (a subsidiary of BT) have all won 4G spectrum. However, the auction didn’t raise as much money as expected. Although the total made from the auction, £2.3bn, is more than the reserve of £1.3bn, it falls quite short of the government’s estimate of £3....