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At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Fantastic core performance HDMI and SD card reader 1080p webcam Astonishing battery life Cons No USB-A ports That notch No touchscreen Our Verdict There’s little to dislike in Apple’s latest 14in and 16in MacBook Pro models, which add the new M2 Pro and M2 Max chips into an existing design. The pure power here is hard to deny, and battery life is unmatched, but the old niggles remain, especially the lack of USB-A and the still-bizarre notch....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Pros Speedy CPU Solid gaming performance Compact case Cons Flimsy build Limited upgrade options Poor connectivity Our Verdict A speedy eight-core CPU offers more processing power than rivals, fast GPU and some other decent specs make this Asus tower attractive. However, this PC has middling build quality and lacks any real upgrade paths. Best Prices Today: Asus ROG Strix G15DH It’s all too easy to dismiss desktops like the Asus ROG Strix G15DH....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict There are marginally cheaper 144Hz capable screens than this one, but they won’t have the same visual impact as this one will create on your desk. Admittedly some of the more glitzy features aren’t well Considered, but you can deactivate them if they annoy. There’s a price implication to having such lovely looking hardware, but the Asus ROG STRIX XG27VQ does deliver on numerous other technical levels, somewhat cushioning that financial blow....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Pros Dual-screen set-up Solid battery life Good performance Lightweight design Cons Cramped keyboard Small trackpad Fairly expensive Our Verdict The Asus ZenBook Duo is the latest addition to Asus’s double-screened range of powerful laptops boasting high performance as well as flashy, attention-grabbing exteriors. It’s excellent but not a setup for everyone. Best Prices Today: Asus ZenBook Duo UX482 (2021) The Asus ZenBook Duo (UX482) is the latest twin-screened laptop from Taiwanese consumer electronics giant Asus....

Asus is one of the last Android phone manufacturers to offer powerful, compact models for those who don’t want enormous phones in the pockets or bags, keeping things compact in its Zenfone flagships. That’s continued with the Zenfone 9, which is even smaller than last year’s 8 (though admittedly not by much) but still packs in flagship specs to rival Samsung and Xiaomi’s best. Here’s what you need to know about the Asus Zenfone 9 – or read our Zenfone 9 review if you want to know what we think of the phone....

Asus has just pulled the wraps off a series of new ROG laptops, powered by the latest 10th-gen Intel chips and all boasting liquid metal cooling to boot. The star of today’s announcement (2 April) has to be the ROG Zephyrus Duo – an adaptation of the company’s already-capable ZenBook Pro Duo – built with gaming and creativity in mind. The Strix G15/G17, Strix SCAR 15/17, Zephyrus S15/S17 and Zephyrus M15 all receive a timely update that includes higher refresh rate/low latency displays, while a new special edition G15 also serves as the flagbearer for a new electro punk-inspired range of ROG hardware and accessories....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict AVG isn’t the first company to provide ‘accounts’ onto which you can pool attached devices from different platforms, to handle administration. AVG Zen does it smoothly, though and enables status display of any device from any other. This provides limited extra facilities, but also ties you in to one protection software provider. Best Prices Today: AVG Zen The company’s newest product, Zen, is built into the latest versions of both, and as a standalone product on Android smartphone and Android tablet , bringing these products together across a wide range of devices....

The BlackBerry Key2 is a niche phone but garners adoration from the few people who still want a physical keyboard on a smartphone. If typing on glass isn’t your thing then its 35-key keyboard will be clicky music to your ears. The new Speed Key also offers a quicker way for the hardware keyboard minded phone user to hop between apps. Programmable key combinations might not appeal to the iPhone generation, but BlackBerry is still there for those that hanker after that level of granular control over their phones....

James Bond will return to our screens with a bang in 2020, with 007’s 25th outing coming almost five years after his last in Spectre. No Time to Die will be Daniel Craig’s final appearance as Bond, as iconic villain Blofeld returns. With that in mind, there are a number of great Bond-inspired gifts out there. Check out our round-up of the best around. Aston Martin experience While you probably won’t be able to buy a brand new Aston Martin for yourself, this is probably the next best thing!...

Torrents are a great way to find and acquire free software or media, but with so much choice available it can be hard to work out which app is the best out there. Not to worry, because we’ve compiled a list of the best free torrent clients to get you downloading those ‘Linux installers’ and all that ‘open-source software’ in no time at all. If you’re new to the whole idea, then you might want to know about the legality of torrents and also how to download torrents ....

There’s no denying that Funko’s POP! Vinyl dolls have gained a cult following, with people searching high and low for the rarest and most amazing dolls to add to their collection. But while there are a variety of great TV and movie-themed POP! vinyl dolls, gaming POP vinyl dolls are more of a rarity and seem to sell out pretty quickly after launch. The good news is that this is slowly changing, with a range of gaming POP!...

HDMI cable costs widely vary, so you can be forgiven for wondering whether it’s worth spending more or just opting for the cheapest option out there. Truth is, there are different HDMI standards with different features, specs, and variables. This means it can be worth spending more to get a more capable cable. For many devices– TVs , games consoles , set-top boxes , and even some sound systems –a cheaper HDMI 2....

Laptops are still one of the most useful pieces of tech you can buy but they are expensive. Never fear, though, because deals can always be found on a wide range of brands and models if you know where to look – and we do. In this guide, we’ll show you where to find the best deals and importantly, how to figure out if a deal is legitimate or just a clever ploy to get you to think it’s a bargain....

In recent years, personalised gifts have experienced a boom in popularity. In the era of online, it is easier than ever to make your present specially designed with the person in mind. Some items are regularly personalised, such as mugs, t-shirts and socks, but this is less common with tech. However, if you know where to look, there are some truly great options if you’re looking to gadgets that can be customised to users specific tastes....

Samsung’s foldable device – the Galaxy Z Flip 4 – comes with better one-handed usability, slimmer bezels, and a bolder camera design than the previous generation. If you want to get your hands on the Galaxy Z Flip 4 for the best price, then we have everything you need to know. You can find out our thoughts on the phone in our Galaxy Z Flip 4 review . How much does the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 cost?...

There are so many USB-C hubs and adapters available, and only some are the perfect fit for you. We select the best multi-port hubs and simple adapters, and we know that one or more will fit your needs. USB-C adapters and hubs: An Explainer In the old days, laptops used to have lots of connectors and ports dotted along their sides. But recently, makers have slimmed down their devices even more and left no room for such things as an HDMI output or Ethernet socket....

After a collection of rumours and leaks, Bose has quietly – perhaps aptly – announced the QuietComfort 45 headphones. So, here’s everything you need to know including release date, price and specs. It’s been a long time since Bose refreshed its flagship over-ear ANC headphones with the QC 35 Mk II arriving back in 2017 followed by the Noise Cancelling Headphones 700 in 2019. An update to the QuietComfort range was very much overdue and the QC 45 will be pumping tunes into your ears soon....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict While the BT Home SmartPhone S 2 offers much better and more modern features compared to a traditional DECT phone, we can’t ignore the fact we all have superior mobile phones in our pockets – even if you have a budget handset. The SmartPhone S 2 does have handy call blocking features but doesn’t offer great build quality or specs for the price. You can always use the BT Smart Talk app on your regular phone to use your included plan calls on your existing mobile....

From today, BT is offering Netflix bundled in with three different TV packages. Prior to this, Netflix was only available as an additional subscription, but now customers can have it baked into their packages as standard, making the deals more competitive than before. Flexible Entertainment : Includes Now Entertainment Membership and Netflix Basic for £16 per month (now discounted to £8 per month for three months) Big Entertainment : Includes Now Cinema Membership, Now Entertainment Membership and Netflix Basic for £26 per month (now discounted to £13 per month for three months) VIP TV – Includes Now Cinema Membership, Now Entertainment Membership, Now Sports Membership, four BT Sports channels and Netflix Standard for £73 per month (now discounted to £35....

At a Glance Expert’s Rating Our Verdict The new Canon EOS 50D is a superbly versatile piece of kit. If you’re an existing Canon owner in search of a rugged APS-C format camera, there’s no need to look any further. But, if you’re in the market for a new system, it’s not quite as convincing as it could have been. Best Prices Today: Canon EOS 50D [PC] Boasting a 50 percent increase in pixel count, the Canon EOS 50D is an update to the hugely capable but underrated 10Mp Canon EOS 40D digital SLR....