Kodi is a media player for which there are scores of add-ons that provide access to videos. Some Kodi add-ons are region locked, and a VPN can unblock these. It can also keep your activity private, so no-one will know what you’re streaming and watching. Just like NordVPN, we don’t condone using Kodi add-ons to watch copyrighted movies and TV shows. But if you want to use a particular add-on that won’t work without a VPN, here’s how to use NordVPN with Kodi....

For many people, the days of writing a to-do list on paper and having a physical calendar are long gone. The digital tools that have replaced them are much easier and more convenient, with the added bonus of always being backed up in the cloud. However, with so much choice out there, it can be difficult to know where to start. If you’re using a device running Windows 10, this article aims to simplify those decisions....

The men’s Cricket World Cup (CWC19) is almost over, and here at Tech Advisor we’ve had the time of our lives. Partly because we’ve been able to watch even more cricket than usual, and partly because pre-tournament favourites England have actually lived up to expectations – and are in the final! Getting to the games has not been easy: tickets were snapped up in no time flat, and they’re not cheap either....

That makes it a bit more fiddly to watch Now on Windows than it is to use a rival streaming service , but once you get everything set up the first time it’s mostly painless. Here’s how. How to install the Now app on Windows Prices vary between the plans, but there are free trials for most, and a few other ways to get Now for free or cheap , so that you can test them out and see what you think....

Huawei took the world by storm with its Mate 60 series phones. Against all odds – the embargoes, the international bans – the company did something few were expecting. It released a phone with an in-house chip that finally enables 5G support. These three phones are a huge success in China, and finally reintroduce a slew of features that were absent from Huawei phones for years now. Here’s everything you need to know about them....

At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Stunning, sleek hardware Powerful camera setup Huawei AppGallery is better than ever Cons No 5G No Google apps or services No wireless charging Fragile foldable display is always exposed Our Verdict The Mate Xs 2 is a fantastic piece of foldable hardware, only really held back by concerns about durability, with its soft, foldable display always exposed. There’s no 5G support though, and while Huawei’s software situation is ever-improving, we still really miss the Google Play Store....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Pros Great lightweight design Gorgeous bright detailed display In-depth running tracking and feedback Cons Basic smartwatch functionality Feature limitations on iOS No smaller 42mm variant Our Verdict The Huawei Watch GT Runner is the ideal wearable if you’re passionate about running, whether you’re new to the sport or training for your next marathon. It’s lightweight, with insightful analytics and the battery lasts for days at a time, but it’s also a little lightweight on traditional smartwatch features....

I’ll admit it: modern flip phones still confuse me. More than five years after the original Galaxy Z Flip arrived, I’m still not sure who should buy one. Usually, you end up paying a premium for worse battery life and inferior cameras. Is what you get in return – a much more pocketable device and brilliant selfies – really worth it? In my opinion, it’s never improved my smartphone experience overall....

Detailed renders of the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold foldable have leaked online, revealing a virtually unchanged design. That’s not a problem, as far as I’m concerned. Android Headlines has been steadily sharing renders of Google’s forthcoming Pixel 10 series over the past few weeks, courtesy of specs provided by perennial leaker OnLeaks. Now it’s the turn of the company’s next foldable phone , which is expected to be called the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Pros Strong sound Sonos ecosystem support Discreet design Cons No official support for custom images No microphone for virtual assistants Set-up requires a drill & screws Our Verdict The Symfonisk picture frame is an impressive speaker – especially for its unusual design – with the usual array of Sonos smart features and connectivity. It’s just a shame that it’s limited to Ikea’s range of pre-made pictures, which perversely means it can replace a speaker, but not an actual picture frame....

Now that Intel has launched its Kaby Lake processors, it’s no surprise that Apple has updated its hardware range with the new chips and much more. Here we look at the iMac 2017 range including release date, prices and specs. “With major updates to iMac, and a refresh of our MacBook and MacBook Pro lines, the Mac is stronger than ever,” said John Ternus, Apple’s vice president of Hardware Engineering.”...

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Pros Stunning design Excellent screen Solid specs Smooth performance Cons Overly complex SKUs No USB-A Moves too easily Our Verdict The latest iMac is a captivating machine that combines stunning design with excellent specs and only minor quibbles. It’s a great all-rounder all-in-one with unnecessarily complicated model options. Best Prices Today: Apple iMac (M1, 2021) Apple’s long-awaited redesigned iMac is finally here for 2021 and it brings with it the impressive M1 chip, too....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict Intocircuit’s Power Castle 11200 is extraordinary at this price for offering an LCD display, useful capacity, auto-on/-off and passthrough charging. It offers slightly more capacity than its closest rivals, but it will take longer to refill its own battery. Highly recommended. Best Prices Today: Intocircuit Power Castle 11200 One of our biggest gripes with the majority of affordable power banks is that they use a four-LED system to denote how much capacity remains....

These days, if you want the absolute best Android smartphone experience, get a device with the word ‘Ultra’ in its name. Samsung has included it to great effect on the Galaxy S24 Ultra , the best phone you can buy right now if you ask us. Xiaomi’s 14 Ultra is another stellar smartphone, with the Photography Kit accessory transforming it into a DSLR replacement for many. And Oppo’s Find X7 Ultra isn’t far off – if only it was launching outside China....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict Even if the sound quality was up to scratch, £299 is a steep price to pay for a portable Bluetooth speaker. The fact that is isn’t means you’re highly likely to be disappointed by the Solemate Max. Best Prices Today: Jabra Solemate Max The Solemate Max – as the name suggests – is a giant version of its smaller brother, and has very similar features....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict The UP3 adds a few extra features over and above the UP2, namely the ability to track resting heart rate and REM sleep. Is it worth the extra £40? Only if you really want those features. Don’t forget that neither the UP2 nor UP3 can track height climbed, whereas the similarly priced Fitbit Charge and Charge HR can. (They can also tell you when someone is calling your phone, a feature that’s particularly useful....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Pros Classy design Lightweight Excellent recording quality Affordable Cons No dedicated software Our Verdict JLab’s Talk mic offers the perfect balance between features and price, making it easily recommendable for no-fuss, high-quality recording, or streaming. Best Prices Today: JLab Talk Microphone California-based brand JLab Audio may be popular for its earphones and speakers but that doesn’t mean it won’t try its hand at recording devices too....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict Once again, Kef has made a stylish and well-built pair of headphones in the M400. They are lightweight, portable and the optional splash of colour is nice. Sound quality is once again very good although these aren’t the best choice for bass lovers. Our main issue is that you can currently buy the flagship M500 headphones for less making these hard to recommend until the price drops....

As parents around the UK, and indeed the world, face the possibility of having their kids off school yet again because of coronavirus, the battle over screen time could resume. Schools remain open around the country, but entire year groups have been sent home when a pupil in that year tests positive for the virus and some schools are considering an extended half-term “circuit break”. Studies are beginning to emerge showing just how much screen time kids were using during the first lockdown....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict The Kindle has been around for 11 years now and this is the 10th-generation of the eReader. For the Paperwhite, this 2018 model is the 4th-generation having last been updated in 2015. It might be a little more expensive but there are a number of upgrades that make it worthwhile. It’s still the middle option in the Kindle range for 2019 as the other models are the ones with upgrades....