Practical reviews of smartphones, laptops, gadgets and technology products, covering features, performance, usability and key factors to consider before buying.
Canon’s EOS R8 Mark II introduces built-in image stabilisation and a joystick for faster focus, positioning itself as a versatile, lightweight full-frame option for beginners and travel photographers, despite minor compromises on video and battery life. Canon’s EOS R8 Mark…
Google’s Pixel Watch 5 introduces modest hardware upgrades, a refined software experience, and enhanced health tracking, making it a more capable Android smartwatch without a dramatic redesign. Google’s Pixel Watch 5 is not a dramatic redesign, but it is a…
Amid financial pressures and strategic shifts, GoPro launches the Mission 1 Pro ILS, a mirrorless camera with manual lens compatibility, 8K recording, and a focus on specialised, portable filming for demanding environments. GoPro’s Mission 1 Pro ILS is a strikingly…
Razer releases a new cooling pad for its Blade 16 laptop, promising improved frame rates and temperature control, though at the cost of increased noise and size, shaping the future of portable gaming performance. Razer’s latest Blade 16 already arrives…
The new ASUS ProArt P16 distinguishes itself by prioritising local AI workloads through a unified memory architecture, marking a significant shift from traditional creator laptops designed for colour work. ASUS has positioned the ProArt P16 as a creator laptop, but…
Research from Florida International University shows that popular wearable devices often overstate calories burned during exercise, with errors increasing alongside body fat percentage, raising concerns for users managing weight or tracking fitness. Smartwatches are now common enough to sit on…
Apple’s latest Mac mini introduces the powerful M6 chip and new networking features, positioning itself as a top choice for AI-heavy and professional workloads, albeit at significantly increased prices and with critical criticisms of entry-level specifications. Apple’s new Mac mini…
The latest generation of gaming consoles, including the Xbox Series X, PlayStation 5 and Switch 2, showcase significant upgrades. From high-performance 4K gaming and enhanced backwards compatibility to portable versatility and faster load times, these machines are set to shape…
Google has launched pre-orders for its new Googlebook laptops at $899, focusing on tighter Android ecosystem integration and targeting a niche market of mobile-centric users, despite market challenges from established competitors. Google has begun taking pre-orders for its new Googlebook…
Initial reports from early adopters of the iPhone 18 Pro highlight significant issues with display touch input and Face ID reliability, raising questions about the device’s software stability and hardware design. Some early buyers of Apple’s iPhone 18 Pro line…
As the landscape of content production evolves, the focus shifts from brand prestige to workflow suitability, with feature-rich and portable wireless lavalier microphones leading the way for video, streaming and podcasting in 2026. Choosing a lavalier microphone is less about…
iFixit’s latest teardown of the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max highlights a mix of repair-friendly design choices and highly delicate, complex components such as the variable-aperture camera, emphasizing both technological advancements and repair difficulties. iFixit’s latest teardown suggests the…
