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Which is the best Withings smart scale: Body Smart, Comp or Scan?
If you're mulling over which Withings smart scale to buy, we've got the lowdown on models in the latest range so you can easily compare and choose
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Samsung TV owners are getting a big Netflix upgrade for free
Netflix TV shows and films are about to look a whole lot better on your Samsung TV or monitor… if you have the right model
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Chromecast not working? Don't factory reset it
The 2nd-gen Chromecast has been having issues this past week, but Google is now rolling out a fix… though it may not have reached you yet
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Sonos may not take on the Apple TV 4K after all
Sonos has reportedly cancelled its streaming box late in the day
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Ninja's pizza oven is as cheap and easy to use as an air fryer
Ninja's Artisan Portable Electric Pizza and Outdoor Oven costs just a little more than its Double Stack air fryer, but it's just as quick and simple to use
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BBC execs confirm plans to phase out Freeview aerials
UK TV platforms Freeview and Freesat will eventually be digitised, but questions remain over users who can't access Freely or equivalent streaming systems
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Apple's new AI-powered Siri might not come out this year
Announced back at WWDC 2024, the new Siri was finally expected in April this year. However, Apple has decided to delay its release once again
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Roombas are making a comeback, with iRobot’s biggest ever launch
iRobot is launching its biggest-ever lineup of robots this March, with four new models arriving
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The Ninja Crispi is the only air fryer to do these 5 things
Ninja's latest air fryer, the Crispi, is now available to buy in the UK – and it's unlike any other model out there
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Google TV Streamer finally gets missing UK app in free upgrade
It's taken nearly six months, but one of the biggest UK streaming apps is now available to watch on Google's flagship media box
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Google TV Streamer won't be released in certain countries
Google has confirmed that its latest media box is not being released worldwide – find out if you're affected and what your options are
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The TikTok pancake hack won’t die: Here's my attempt to kill it
Every year, TikTok attempts to convince us that you can make hassle-free pancakes in an air fryer. This is what happened when we tried it
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Dreame’s step-climbing robot is out in the UK – here's what it's all about
Dreame's 'ProLeap' flagship robot vacuum, the X50 Ultra Complete, is now available to buy in the UK. Here's what it costs and why you might want one
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Manage your Pixel and Nest devices in one place with this new Google tool
Google has begun rolling out a handy new web page for managing all your Pixel and Nest devices
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Amazon enters the AI assistant race with smart, proactive Alexa+
Amazon has announced Alexa+, the next evolution of its personal assistant built on powerful AI models
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Google Chromecast has gone to the grave after 11 years
Google has finally stopped selling its iconic TV dongle but support continues for a while
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Move over, Ninja: Lidl has launched its own Double Stack air fryer
Lidl has launched a Ninja Double Stack rival at a third of the price. And if you can't buy it in store, we've found it online
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Is your air fryer a fire risk? This survey says yes, if it's not used safely
Insurer Aviva has issued a warning about air fryer fire risks after finding that people aren't using them safely. Here's how to ensure you're not one of them
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Do you want a combined robot and stick vac? Brands are hoping for a yes
Switchbot has just launched the K10+ Pro Combo – a stick, handheld and robot vacuum in one – right after Eufy's E20 3-in-1
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The Ninja Crispi, the ideal air fryer for Gen Z, has a UK launch date
Ninja's Crispi air fryer – the portable, modular air fryer – has a UK price and release date. Here's why it's a perfect Gen Z buy
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Sky Glass customers eyeing a Gen 2, listen up
Sky will release its refreshed Glass TV models tomorrow. If you're currently using a Gen 1 model and are thinking of upgrading, we have news
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Sky unveils Glass Gen 2 and confirms a cheaper TV is on the way
The second-generation Sky Glass features a brighter panel, a more powerful soundbar and a simpler setup. But that's not the only TV on the way…
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Eufy’s E20 is a robot vacuum, stick and handheld – and you can buy it now
Eufy's innovative 3-in-1 robot vacuum, stick and handheld is available to buy in the US and the UK today. Here's how it works and what it costs
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Aldi’s newest air fryer has a feature you won’t find on a Ninja
Aldi’s latest Ambiano air fryer is a single-drawer model you can find in store for just £39.99 – and it has one handy feature you wouldn't expect for its price
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These Ninja air fryers have a big benefit – and a bit of a problem
If you're looking for a quick kitchen refresh, buying one of these Ninja air fryers could be the answer. But it could cost a little time and elbow grease
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Sonos has the Apple TV 4K in its sights
The multi-room audio company is rumoured to release a high-end streaming box with home cinema-enhancing features
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Dyson's new Car+Boat is the most powerful handheld – and you can buy it today
Dyson's new handheld vacuum, the Car and Boat, launches today in the UK. Here's what it does and what it costs
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CuboAi just made the most advanced baby monitor
Some game-changing new features make the CuboAi Smart Baby Monitor 3 the most powerful parenting gadgets you can buy
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Eureka's new flagship robot vacuum can see and target water spilt on your floor
Eureka's upcoming flagship robot vacuum, the J15 Max Ultra, has a suite of features designed to do more – so you can do less
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The Oral-B iO2 has launched in the UK – but you probably shouldn’t buy it
The cheapest iO in Oral-B's range – the iO Series 2 – is now out in the UK, but it won't be the right buy for everyone. Here's why
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The weirdest and wildest tech we saw at CES
Beyond the big brands and mainstream products, there's a host of imaginative tech and fun inventions at CES. Here are some of our favourites
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Tech Advisor’s Best of CES 2025 Awards
Our Editors get hands-on with the best gadgets at the world's biggest technology show
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Withings’ Omnia smart mirror is not for the likes of you and me – here's why
We've seen Withings' Omnia smart mirror. It's beautiful and clever but this is why it will never end up in your home
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LG's new smart lamp can look after your plants
The new lamp can both light up your home and make sure your plants grow properly, with minimal fuss
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LG presents the MX platform: the future of mobile lifestyle
Showcased at CES 2025, the MX aims to extend "convenience and technology from the AI Home to mobility environments."
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LG lamp is also a projector and Bluetooth speaker
This 3-in-1 gadget, announced at CES 2025, can help you read, show a film and play music
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The Frame Pro takes Samsung's arty smart TV to a new level
A Neo QLED panel will make for better viewing, but Mini-LED tech hasn't been used in the normal way
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Roborock’s new robot vacuum can pick up your socks
Roborock's new flagship robot vacuum, the Saros Z70, has a feature that no rival can yet match – a robotic arm that can tidy up your home
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Oclean shines at the Tech Advisor awards for Best New Electric Toothbrush
Tech Advisor's best electric toothbrush of 2024-5 may well be the first product of its kind that talks to you
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Ninja Double Stack XL is the Best New Air Fryer of 2024-25, says Tech Advisor
Tech Advisor's best new air fryer of the year award goes to Ninja's Double Stack XL, the most innovative small appliance we've seen launched in 2024
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Dyson WashG1 cleans up at the annual Tech Advisor awards
Tech Advisor's best vacuum cleaner of 2024-5 isn't a vacuum cleaner at all – but it will leave your floors spotless
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Tech Advisor Awards 2024-25: Tech our experts love
We review hundreds of new products every year but it takes special devices to win our prestigious best of 2024 award
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Should you buy an air fryer?
If you haven't yet jumped on the air fryer bandwagon, here's what they do and how investing in one could make a difference in your kitchen
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Sky Glass' latest free upgrade is brilliant news for iPhone users
Sky Glass is getting a highly requested free upgrade, as well as a range of new features that will also be available to people with Sky Stream
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Here's why you shouldn't cook your Christmas dinner in an air fryer
You can cook Christmas dinner successfully in an air fryer – but most people shouldn't. Here's why, and how to use your air fryer over the holidays instead
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What is a U-shaped electric toothbrush and should you buy one?
These electric toothbrush alternatives claim to brush all your teeth in 10-30 seconds. But how do you use them and are they effective?
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I tried the Shark CryoGlow light therapy mask. Here are my thoughts
If you're considering buying Shark's new CryoGlow LED mask for Christmas, here's what it's like to use. And from today, it comes in two colour options
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Buying a refurbished robot vacuum: 7 pros and cons
Refurbished or not, a robot vacuum can be a reliable household helper—especially if you know what to look for.
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Apple is considering entering the TV market… again
Rumours of Apple launching its own TV began circulating over a decade ago, and now they are resurfacing once again. But is it the right time?
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