Unlike the film photography era, it doesn’t cost anything to take pictures, unless you count the price of your phone or DSLR. Not having to worry about how many shots you’re taking is a major advantage, because it allows for practically unlimited experimentation. The more of this you, do the greater understanding you’ll have of what your DSLR (and in some cases your phone) can do, how the controls work, and how to get the best out of what technology is to hand....
Cloud storage is great but there are countless situations where it just doesn’t cut the mustard. You need an internet connection for starters and you might not be comfortable storing certain content there where it’s more vunerable. For many users, a portable hard drive or SSD is the perfect storage solution and we’ve tested the best ones you can buy. There are plenty of portable hard disk drives ( HDD ) as well as much-faster solid-state drives ( SSD ) to choose from and we’ve reviewed and ranked some of the best ones....
Whether you’re using Chrome, Firefox or another web browser on your phone, all your searches are visible to your ISP, Google and potentially others. One way to stop your browsing activity being tracked and recorded is to use a private web browser. You should know that using a private browser is not a completely secure solution. For example, your ISP will still see what you’ve searched for and which websites you’ve visited....
The Samsung Galaxy Note 20 series is available now. There are two models again this year, with the 6.7in regular joined by a 6.9in Ultra variant. Both are undoubtedly premium phones, featuring the latest Snapdragon chipset, gorgeous HD screens and powerful cameras. They also come with a built-in S-Pen stylus, the defining feature of the Note series. Samsung has coined the term ‘glasstic’ to describe the back of the regular Note 20, while the Ultra sticks with an all-glass design....
Samsung’s chart-topping Galaxy Note 8 was one of our favourite phones of 2017, rated five stars in our review . It has an extraordinary feature set and magnificent performance. But the fun doesn’t end there, because Samsung also offers plenty of accessories to help you make the most of the Galaxy Note 8, including battery packs, wireless chargers and stylish yet practical cases. The Note 8 was unveiled in August and became available to buy in September, with an amazing Infinity Display, the S Pen stylus, a dual-camera setup and a waterproof body....
Swapping an ordinary weighing scale for a smart scale can open up a world of new information about your fitness levels and body composition. It’ll also let you take the emphasis off weight and consider other metrics. Been lifting weights? You could see a muscle mass increase. Been running? You could see your cardiovascular health improve. The key benefit of smart scales over traditional scales is the breadth and quality of the data you’ll get....
Condensing down ten years worth of television into a ‘best of’ list is no easy feat. We could award the most critically acclaimed, or look at what smashed in the ratings. But with so many diverse programs to choose from, it seems unfair to put one above another. So here at Tech Advisor, we’ve decided to do things a little differently by awarding shows that are the best in their category....
At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict We’re impressed by what the Black Shark 2 offers gamers, with impressive specs, innovative gaming-focused tech and a very affordable price tag, but it’s not the perfect smartphone by any means. Best Prices Today: Black Shark 2 Following months of teasers and a Beijing reveal, the Black Shark 2 is now available to buy in the UK. The gaming-focused smartphone is a solid improvement on the original Black Shark, with upgraded internals, an updated design and a range of new technologies to enhance the gaming experience....
At a Glance Expert’s Rating Pros Easy to install Choice of models and finishes No app required Cons Relatively expensive May not match other door handles Our Verdict The Breeze is a well-made fingerprint door lock for internal doors, and a very convenient way to keep people out of your room. Best Prices Today: Blusafe Breeze Whether you want to keep kids out of your bedroom or you live in shared accommodation and want to keep your room private, a lock is the answer....
At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict We like the Brainwavz XFit XF-200 earphones. At this low, low price they offer something that is noticeably better than either free earbuds bundled with your smartphone, or even other superbudget headphones. The sound is okay and no better, that is – well – okay. And they are nicely Constructed, and comfortable to wear. Best Prices Today: Brainwavz XFit XF-200 Brainwavz XFit XF-200 earphones review: what they are, why you should care The Brainwavz XFit XF-200 are noise-isolating in-ear earphones , intended for the sporty type who likes a better quality of audio....
At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict You may find cheaper Qi wireless charging pads than this Choetech Wireless Charging Pad, but we appreciate its built in Lighting sensor when used at night, and the ability to place your phone down at any angle and without removing the case. A very useful product for those with Qi-enabled smartphones. Best Prices Today: Choetech Wireless Charging Pad The Choetech Wireless Charging Pad is a Qi wireless charger like any other, but this one won’t keep you awake at night....
In the not-too-distant past, buying a budget phone meant a long list of sacrifices. The downgrades compared to flagship and even mid-range phones were numerous, to the extent that you really needed to spend more for a device that you could rely on. Those days are long gone. In 2025, the best budget phones deliver a solid experience across all the areas that matter, yet keep their prices firmly in affordable territory....
At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict The Dell 20 Touch Monitor E2014T is functional rather than beautiful and its raised outer frame is an obstacle both aesthetically and ergonomically. It’s very solidly built with a wealth of input connections and the touch control works well, requiring no tricky setup. It offers lower quality than the 23in and 27in models, but is Considerably less expensive. The E2014T is a good choice if budget and the convenience of touch input are your overriding concerns....
At a Glance Expert’s Rating Pros A brilliant 16:10 display Slick, sturdy design Great keyboard Impressive battery life Cons Older components Heavier than rivals Numerous missing features Pretty expensive Our Verdict The Dell XPS 17 looks great, and it’s got a brilliant screen, impressive battery life and enough power to handle most everyday workloads. It’s expensive, though, and the high price doesn’t avoid some flaws. Best Prices Today: Dell XPS 17 9700 (2020) The Dell XPS range has been one of the most prominent and impressive laptop brands over the last decade and the Dell XPS 17 9700 is a big-screen machine that’s aiming to continue that tradition....
At a Glance Expert’s Rating Pros Genuinely smart navigation Excellent suction Mapping allows for granular cleaning directions Voice assistant Cons Large dock Auto-emptying is noisy Expensive Our Verdict This is a seriously impressive robot vacuum that’s crammed to the lid of its oversize dock with state of the art features. Best Prices Today: Ecovacs Deebot X1 OMNI New functionality is added to robot vacuum cleaners all the time. As its name suggests, the X1 OMNI is one of the most fully-featured available, cramming in almost everything that a robot vacuum cleaner can currently do....
At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict We’re much keener on the Harrier Mini than we are its bigger brother. While both phones offer very good value, £99 sounds much more appealing than £199, and we prefer the Mini’s more compact design. Performance is slower and the screen isn’t as good, but you won’t get top-end specs from either phone. But as much as we think the Harrier Mini is a great deal, the Vodafone Smart Prime 6 offers better value....
At a Glance Expert’s Rating Pros Great sound Useful noise cancelling Comfortable fit Decent battery life Cons Average Ambient mode Only in black Our Verdict At around £50/$50 these earbuds are an absolute steal. From the comfortable design to the well balanced and full sound, they are a joy to use. Add in noise cancellation and you have a potent mixture. Best Prices Today: Enacfire A9 Wireless Earbuds There’s no doubt that you can pick up some impressive wireless earbuds for well under £100/$100 these days, but you won’t find many that offer active noise cancelling....
At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict The DS-30 is severely limited by its lack of an ADF and by its simplex-only scanning. However, if what you need is an ultra-light and portable model that can perform good quality scans using a wide variety of media, then it makes a lot of sense, especially if you’re snapping it up for £100. Best Prices Today: Epson WorkForce DS-30 While flatbed scanners can be picked up for next to nothing, sheet-fed scanners tend to be pricey purchases, typically starting at several hundred pounds....
At a Glance Expert’s Rating Pros Good value Plenty of torque Bafang motor Cons Heavy Jerky power delivery Some budget components Our Verdict The Voyager compromises in some areas but delivers in others, resulting in a great-value electric bike for off-roading. Best Prices Today: Eskute Voyager If you’re looking for a budget electric mountain bike, there’s a wealth of choice these days. Many models have to be ordered direct from China, but even though Eskute is based in Shenzhen like Fiido and others, it has local stock in various countries – including the UK, France and the Netherlands – which means you don’t have to wait a long time for delivery or pay import fees....
Chinese tech giant Xiaomi has had the biggest launch event at Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2024 so far, with a raft of different devices unveiled for the world to see. Some of these had already been announced in China, so this was something of a global/international launch for products like the Xiaomi 14 series smartphones. Find out what won our Best of MWC 2024 awards Still, there was a lot to see beyond phones with Xiaomi bringing everything a mobile lover could need including phones, a tablet and a trio of wearables....
