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How can the tech industry think we're ok with battery death?
In my experience, one gadget after another is suffering from terrible battery life, and it often doesn't take much usage to get there
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This downgrade makes the Sony Xperia 1 VI a hard sell
The company’s new flagship phone has some impressive camera tech, but a key selling point of previous models has been sacrificed
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I tested Dyson’s WashG1 and for me, there’s one clear problem
Dyson's first dedicated wet floor cleaner is now available to buy. I tested it and liked it a lot – except for one little issue. Here's everything you need to know
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Rest in peace, iPad – the tablet is dead
The tablet has done what it originally set out to to do, making it difficult to justify buying a new iPad in 2024
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4 reasons why I might find it hard to recommend the Pixel 8a
Google's mid-range A-series smartphones are normally an instant hit, but I'm not so sure about the Pixel 8a on paper
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Don’t buy this stunning Huawei camera phone – you'll probably regret it
The Pura 70 Ultra goes all-in on photography and could deliver incredible results, but it’s only worth buying if it won't be your main smartphone
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I jumped in the freezing Finnish sea to test OnePlus's new smartwatch – here's how it fared
I pushed the OnePlus Watch 2 Nordic Blue Edition to its limits in extreme temperatures, dense forests and more – here are 5 things I've learned during testing
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It might be a great phone, but Motorola’s Edge 50 Ultra doesn’t deserve its name
The Edge 50 Ultra is a clear step down from ‘Ultra’ phones by Samsung, Xiaomi and Oppo on paper, and I can't see how extended usage will change that
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Lenovo’s 'gaming tablet' is no match for handheld consoles or smartphones
It might be light and have a top-spec display, but the Legion Tab does little else to justify its price tag
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Is this concept really the future of smartphones?
Many, many years in development already, Motorola's Adaptive Display Concept, aka 'the bendy phone', might be a glimpse at the new normal for phones
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Why an app-less AI phone is a terrible idea
Deutsche Telekom is showcasing an AI smartphone free from apps at MWC, but it raises serious questions about privacy, security and social media
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I wish all Android tablets used these excellent TCL displays
Nxtpaper 3.0 screens include some of the most advanced display tech we’ve ever seen on a tablet. And I love how it transforms TCL slates
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The Oppo Air Glass 3 are the first smart glasses I'd actually wear
I tried on Oppo's newly launched AR glasses, which have a sleek design that doesn't make you look like a Daft Punk reject
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My favourite product at MWC 2024 is an accessory!
Much to my surprise, the thing I want the most at Mobile World Congress is the Photography Kit from Xiaomi
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24 hours with the Xiaomi 14: The good and the bad
After some time spent with the Xiaomi 14, here are four things I love and one thing I don't about the new flagship handset
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The Honor Magic 6 Pro’s cameras are the real deal
Honor’s flagship phone boasts incredible camera specs across five lenses, and early signs regarding its real-world performance are very promising
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Attenborough's latest show lets you hear animals like never before
Secret World of Sound with David Attenborough is an audiophile's dream, as the team uses technology to discover how wildlife uses audio to survive
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Pokémon Horizons is a welcome fresh start for the anime adaptation
The English dub of Pokémon Horizons debuts this week, and the first episodes solidify that we truly needed to move on from Ash Ketchum's story
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The Pixel 8's Best Take AI photo tool is a dystopian nightmare
Google's Pixel 8 and 8 Pro have launched, and both include a disturbing new image editing tool that lets you swap out people's faces
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Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses: a tiny stepping stone
The follow-up to the 2021 Ray-Ban Stories has arrived, but will you want to buy them?
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Honor’s V Purse folding phone is an accident waiting to happen
Reimagining the phone as a fashion accessory comes with some very real risks, but that isn't stopping Honor from launching the V Purse in China
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The Honor Magic V2 has the best design of any folding phone
Honor appears to have perfected the book-style foldable with an incredibly thin and light device, but software question marks remain
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Samsung is ready to reclaim the flip phone throne
Samsung's new Galaxy Z Flip 5 is ready to see off challenges from Oppo and Motorola and prove that it's still the flipping best
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I entered Apple's thrilling new world and didn't want to leave
My first hour with Apple's new headset was emotional, immersive, and completely captivating.
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The new MacBook Air’s large screen portability is its killer feature
Big screens are best but I am a sucker for small, genuinely portable computers, and the 15in Air looks like the sweet spot for me
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iOS 17 isn't an exciting update but does have one stand-out feature
The updates in iOS 17 are generally underwhelming but there’s one feature I can't wait to have on my iPhone.
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How streaming 'super bundles' could save you time and money
Bango is working with carriers in the US and abroad to bring streaming service billing together in one place. Here's how it works.
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Windows 11 tablets are now good enough to replace your iPad
The Windows 11 tablet experience is better than ever before, meaning it can now rival and even surpass what Apple offers
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HBO Max is having an identity crisis
HBO Max is due to merge with Discovery+ later this year, but so far that seems to mean a messy re-brand and a probable price hike
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Dear Vivo, please sell the X90 Pro+ globally
Vivo is bringing the X90 and X90 Pro to Europe and Asia, but why won't it let us have the best of the bunch?
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The Galaxy S23 Ultra proves Samsung doesn’t have to try anymore
The Galaxy S23 Ultra is the same as the S22 Ultra – don’t let Samsung tell you any different
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Extraordinary shows why we need stupidity in the superhero genre
Extraordinary is the second UK Disney+ original, and puts a hilarious and filthy spin on a genre that has started to feel stale for many audiences
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No, it's unlikely Apple is working on new cheap AirPods
Apple might have $99 AirPods planned, but they almost certainly won't be new
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The Last of Us takes the best of the game – and changes the rest
At times slavishly accurate to its source material, HBO's adaptation of PlayStation hit The Last of Us also knows when to up-end things entirely
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5 ways I'm saving money on streaming costs this year
From free trials to bundle offers, here is how I'm paying less for streaming platforms such as Netflix, Amazon Prime and more
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What's the S23 going to be? | Fast Charge 140
Samsung is ready to reveal the Galaxy S23 series in just a few short weeks, while Nothing sells a phone in the US and we preview the Razer Edge
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Amazon, please make a regular Echo with clock in 2023
Amazon decided not to release a 5th-gen Echo in 2022, but I’m really hoping we’ll see a version with the Echo Dot’s useful LED display this year
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Samsung’s SmartThings Station shrinks the smart home experience into a big button
Samsung's SmartThings Station is a hub in the form of a big button. It may seem regressive in a world of smart assistants, but here's why it could catch on
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The Razer Edge feels fantastic – but who is it for?
I got to try the Razer Edge out in person, but the slick hardware can't overcome the feeling that this is a product without a purpose
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The one with the OnePlus 11 | Fast Charge 139
The OnePlus 11 has launched in China with the 8 Gen 2, while Apple has taken over the new Qi2 wireless charging standard
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Why I’m buying a refurbished phone this year
There's no need to buy a new phone when I can get one for a lot less that still comes with a warranty
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The Vivo X80 Pro is our phone camera of the year
2022 has been a great year for mobile photography but one phone stood out above the rest
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Why a heated throw is the best purchase I’ve made all year
It's not exciting, it's not revolutionary, but this is one of the best products of the year because it solves a very real problem we're all facing
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Oppo flips into the global foldable market | Fast Charge 138
Oppo's first flip phone is coming to Europe, Xiaomi tries lucky number 13, and we look forward to 2023's big phone moments
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The Traitors and The Mole make backstabbing a reality TV hit
Forget dating shows and singing competitions – the public want deception games, and both Netflix and the BBC have struck gold with their new shows
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Honor's Magic Vs has top hardware, but will it beat Samsung software?
I got my hands on the Magic Vs, the new Honor foldable, to check out how its hardware looks and feels.
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2022: The year reviewed | Fast Charge 137
Dom, Henry, and Lewis pick through the year that was and share their favourite phones, biggest disappoints, and worst annoyances from 2022
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Marvel's Phase 4 achieved its aim, but at what cost?
Phase 4 of the MCU established fresh heroes and set up the multiverse, but an overabundance of films and shows made the overall narrative suffer
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Honor's 2nd foldable and Vivo's flagship chip debut | Fast Charge 136
Honor's Magic Vs 2 isn't pronounced how you think, Vivo is the first to ship next year's flagship chips, and Oppo reveals its new Renos
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