At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict So the GoPro Hero 7 Black isn’t hugely different from the last model. In fact, when it comes to design and core specs, it’s pretty much the same. The new features are on the inside and within the software. Namely HyperSmooth brings excellent stabilisation that will be a real boon for anyone using the camera in situations where a gimbal isn’t an option....

Google’s Pixel 9 series is here, and if you’re thinking of buying one, chances are you’ve got your eye on a specific colourway. Whether it’s the vibrant Wintergreen or more muted Rose Quartz, there are lots of interesting finishes to choose from. Or so it might appear. Disappointingly, the availability of colours varies hugely depending on the model you choose. In fact, Porcelain (off-white) and Obsidian (black) are the only ones offered with all four phones....

Gotham Knights is the next Batman game – except it doesn’t have Batman. The new co-op game – though you can also play it solo – lets you control the rest of the Bat-family instead, with Robin, Batgirl, Nightwing, and Red Hood all stepping up to the plate to protect Gotham after the death of the Caped Crusader. This is separate to the Suicide Squad game under development by Rocksteady (the original Batman Arkham developers), and instead Gotham Knights comes from Warner Bros....

At a Glance Our Verdict It’s too early to pass judgement on the new Gear VR. If you’re seriously into VR videos and/or you’re buying a Galaxy S8 or S8 Plus, it’s an obvious choice – though sadly here in the UK you won’t get it for free with an S8 or S8 Plus like you will in the US. If you’re after games, you’ll have to wait to see what developers build that takes advantage of the controller – though from the look of Samsung’s new VR site, it’s making a major investment in VR content....

Mixed Signals is a new regular column from Tech Advisor exploring the state of the smartphone today. Motorola is now 92 years old and throughout its life the company has done everything from helping to beam Neil Armstrong’s iconic “one small step…” quote back to Earth, to turning the very concept of a mobile phone into a reality. The company has remained at the fore of modern communication and its technology has found its way into the hands of millions the world over....

WhatsApp is by far the most popular messenger app in many countries around the world. As a result, users send numerous messages to their friends, relatives and colleagues every day. If you have been using the app for years, a lot can accumulate over time. Whether out of pure curiosity or with a specific ulterior motive like keeping an eye on your data usage, if you’ve been wondering, ‘How do I check how many WhatsApp messages I sent?...

With the value of Bitcoin going up and down faster than a roller coaster at Disney World, it’s easy to understand why people might be a little hesitant to dip their toes into the turbulent waters of cryptocurrency trading. When people ask about how ‘safe’ or how ‘secure’ Bitcoin is, a few different meanings can come to mind. What is Bitcoin? Can Bitcoin be stolen? As with almost every other asset, it is possible for Bitcoin to be stolen....

Compressing 4K UHD to 1080P HD video doesn’t have to be a struggle. To find out how quick it can be with the help of Intel QSV and NVIDIA CUDA/NVENC hardware acceleration, visit https://www.winxdvd.com/hd-video-converter-deluxe/ to download the hardware accelerated video compressor and get a trial license key if you want to fully experience the full features.. However, we may have to compress our 4K videos As a result of high bit rate and huge size, 4K video brings a big challenge to consumers’ media-playing devices and programs....

Spanish artist Daniel Caballero explains how he creates his vector artworks from photo references in Photoshop. He details how he combines elements from different sources, and adds in graphic elements to create a detailed illustration, including tattoos, clothing, shadows and lighting. You’ll learn to use the Photoshop’s Pen Tool to create clear shapes and lines, and then stylise them using Daniel’s signature style. He also explains how to add and change details and elements to give the piece a hand-drawn look....

As first reported by ZDNet , some owners of Windows laptop / tablet devices – also known as 2-in-1s – are seeing a confusing error message. This can appear when Windows 10 attempts to install the Creators Update , the most recent major upgrade to the operating system. Although Windows will download the installation files for the update, it will refuse to install it and display a message saying: “Windows 10 is no longer supported on this PC....

Since you’re reading this, you’ve probably heard bad things about so-called ‘cookies’ and how you should delete them from your PC or laptop. We’ll show you how to do that, along with your web browsing history in the four main web browsers: Chrome, Firefox, Opera and Edge. First, though, it’s worth understanding a cookie’s role and why you might want to keep at least some of them. What are cookies? Cookies store information about you and your preferences, and websites use this information for various purposes....

Believe it or not, YouTube is the second-most visited website on the internet, after Google itself. In March 2024 alone, the site had 110 billion visitors, according to Semrush . Most of those watch videos on the website or via the YouTube app. Streaming videos from YouTube is no problem if you have a fast, reliable internet connection. So what can you do if that’s not the case? Maybe you’re about to board a plane for a long-haul flight....

You might notice that when new applications are installed onto your computer, various other files have often been downloaded alongside them. Among them are Dynamic Link Library files, or .dll. For many programs, .dll files provide much of the functionality and so are crucial to what they offer. One of the most common is msvcr100.dll, required by applications made with Microsoft’s Visual C++ standard. This applies to many of the apps and games that you use on Windows every day, so it can be frustrating when the file goes missing....

It’s worrying if you see the message “USB Device Not Recognised” when you plug in a hard drive or USB flash drive full of your precious files. But while there’s a chance it is broken, it’s also possible that you can get it working by delving into Windows’ deeper settings. Various problems can cause the error message, from faulty USB ports or software drivers to corrupt partitions or even a dead USB drive....

Most people merely scratch the surface when they use Word. It’s ideal for writing letters and reports but spend a few minutes learning how to use Word’s formatting features and your documents can look so much more attractive and professional. Here, we’ll explain how to use styles, columns, page breaks, headers and footers, and add frames and images. Readers are more likely to give their undivided attention to documents that are visually attractive and easy to read, it’s well worth a little extra effort....

Depending upon the keyboard you’re using, you might find there is no £ sign or € sign. But it’s no problem to insert that character into your typing if you know the tricks. If you’re using Windows and your keyboard has a numeric keypad – the section to the right of the cursor keys – then you can easily type any symbol. Simply hold the Alt key and then type the four-digit code on the numeric keypad....

If you work as an accountant, data analyst or marketer, you’ll know just how powerful good spreadsheet software can be. And while there are plenty of options out there these days, Microsoft Excel remains the market leader. Despite offering an array of different features, it remains relatively easy to use. But unlike Google Sheets, Apple’s Numbers and many other spreadsheet apps, Excel isn’t usually free. To get the full version, you’ll need to pay £119....

WhatsApp is a great app for keeping in touch with friends and family, allowing you to send messages, photos and video, and make voice and video calls all for free over a Wi-Fi or mobile data connection. The problem with WhatsApp is that you can only install the app on one device, and that is most likely to be your smartphone – it’s always with you, and a phone number is required for account activation....

If you want to change your home Wi-Fi password, the name of your network or any other setting you’ll need to log in to your router. Some routers have apps, which you’ll have used to set it up in the first place. And you should be able to use that same app to log in and change settings. However, even in 2022, there are a lot of routers which still force you to use a web browser to make any changes....

Philips’ Ambilight TV range offers LED lighting around the sides of the TV , creating the illusion that the image displayed on screen somehow carries on beyond the edges of the display. But what about if you don’t want to pay out for a new TV and want that on your existing TV? We’ve found a solution – Lightberry HD . But what is Lightberry HD, and how do you install it?...