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Nokia XR21 in green, in water.

Nokia’s new phone is so tough, you can almost pressure wash it

Nokia’s new phone is so tough, you can almost pressure wash it

The Nokia XR21 goes beyond an IP68 rating, and also claims an IP69K rating, where it can withstand high pressure streams of water. Here's what it's all about.
A person holding an original iPad, showing the back.

My dad loves his 13-year-old iPad, and for a very specific reason

My dad loves his 13-year-old iPad, and for a very specific reason

The original iPad was launched over 13 years ago. My dad still uses one to this day, and there's a very specific reason why.
The Galaxy Z Flip 4's hinge, and the phone half open.

I used 3 top flip phones, and this is why the Galaxy Z Flip 4 still rules

I used 3 top flip phones, and this is why the Galaxy Z Flip 4 still rules

I've used the top 3 compact folding phones and can confidently say the Galaxy Z Flip 4 is still the best — all because of one particular hardware feature.
The K-pop group Girls' Generation.

The 50 best K-pop songs of all time

The 50 best K-pop songs of all time

If the only K-pop song you know is Psy's Gangnam Style, get ready to have a world of amazing new music opened up for you. Here are the 50 best K-pop songs.
A woman coughing and holding a smartphone.

How an app that tracks your coughs could save your life

How an app that tracks your coughs could save your life

We're already used to tracking our steps, and this AI company's technology wants you to track coughs in the same way. It may end up saving your life.
Cycler riding while wearing the Amazon Halo View.

Amazon Halo is dead, and it’s a bigger deal than you think

Amazon Halo is dead, and it’s a bigger deal than you think

Amazon has killed off its subscription-based Halo health products, and it should be a warning about similar products in general.
The Galaxy S23 Ultra, Xiaomi 12T Pro, Redmi Note 12 Pro+, and the Motorola Edge 30 Ultra's camera modules.

This is what happens when you compare 4 phones in an 800MP camera test

This is what happens when you compare 4 phones in an 800MP camera test

We put four smartphones with 200MP cameras up against each other in a mega, 800MP total camera comparison. The winner was difficult to choose.
The back of the Motorola ThinkPhone.

Motorola ThinkPhone review: all business, no fun, no sale

Motorola ThinkPhone review: all business, no fun, no sale

Yes, you can buy the Motorola ThinkPhone even if you're not a business, but does that mean you should? We found out after using it.
Galaxy S22 Ultra with S22 Plus and S22.

Samsung has a cheaper (and greener) way to buy a Galaxy S22

Samsung has a cheaper (and greener) way to buy a Galaxy S22

Samsung's Certified Re-Newed program now includes the Galaxy S22 range, so you can save some money and do the environment good by reusing a fantastic phone.
A person holding the Samsung Galaxy A54, showing the back.

Best cheap phones in 2023: our 5 favorite ones for tight budgets

Best cheap phones in 2023: our 5 favorite ones for tight budgets

Here are the best cheap phones for those on a tight budget. Find out what you can get for around $500 or less as we highlight the best budget smartphones.
The Xiaomi 13 Ultra held in a man's hand.

I tried the Xiaomi 13 Ultra’s insane camera — here are my first impressions

I tried the Xiaomi 13 Ultra’s insane camera — here are my first impressions

The Xiaomi 13 Ultra is more camera than phone, as its packed with special features and expertise from experts at Leica. We've tried it out.
The Adobe Lightroom for Samsung app on the Galaxy S23 Ultra.

An issue with a top Galaxy S23 Ultra camera feature has been fixed

An issue with a top Galaxy S23 Ultra camera feature has been fixed

If you tried to subscribe to Adobe Lightroom Premium on your Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra, but couldn't, Adobe has fixed the issue. Here's what was going on.
The Galaxy Watch 5 Pro worn on a man's wrist.

The (not so) silly reason I stopped wearing Samsung smartwatches

The (not so) silly reason I stopped wearing Samsung smartwatches

At first I thought the reason I didn't want to wear the Galaxy Watch 5 Pro all the time was a bit silly. But actually, it's an overlooked — and serious — issue.
A person holding the Samsung Galaxy A54, showing the back.

Samsung Galaxy A54 review: buy it, and make your life more colorful

Samsung Galaxy A54 review: buy it, and make your life more colorful

The Galaxy A54 is colorful in more ways than one, and in our extensive review, we find out if it's the phone to buy — or if it's worth spending a little extra.
The Galaxy A54 and Galaxy S23 Ultra's camera modules.

This is the most unusual Galaxy S23 Ultra camera test I’ve ever done

This is the most unusual Galaxy S23 Ultra camera test I’ve ever done

The Galaxy S23 Ultra has phenomenal cameras. But are they really worth the $1,200 price when the $450 Galaxy A54 exists? I decided to find out.
The back of the Asus ROG Phone 7 Ultimate.

Forget gaming — there’s another big reason to buy the ROG Phone 7 Ultimate

Forget gaming — there’s another big reason to buy the ROG Phone 7 Ultimate

Yes, the Asus ROG Phone 7 Ultimate is a brilliant gaming phone, but there is a secret second reason why you should buy it.
Close-up shot of the cameras on the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra.

I’m no camera expert, but this S23 Ultra app makes me look like one

I’m no camera expert, but this S23 Ultra app makes me look like one

I wanted to take my photo edits to the next level, but as a non-professional, would RAW photography and Lightroom on the Galaxy S23 Ultra be a step too far?
A person holding the Asus ROG Phone 7 Ultimate.

Asus ROG Phone 7 Ultimate review: gaming phone royalty with some hidden talents

Asus ROG Phone 7 Ultimate review: gaming phone royalty with some hidden talents

The Asus ROG Phone 7 Ultimate is a seriously powerful smartphone with features galore and some hidden talents too. Our review dives into what makes it special.
The Garmin Instinct 2X Solar on a person's wrist.

Garmin’s Instinct 2X Solar smartwatch never needs charging

Garmin’s Instinct 2X Solar smartwatch never needs charging

Garmin's new outdoorsy Instinct 2X Solar smartwatch is powered by the sun, and there's even a version of the watch that tracks skydives.
The Apple Watch SE 2 on a mans wrist.

Why I never want the Apple Watch to change

Why I never want the Apple Watch to change

Rumors say the next version of Apple's watchOS software will bring some serious changes. That's fine — as long as Apple leaves the Watch itself alone.
Promotional image showing the OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite.

The new OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite is perfect if you hate expensive phones

The new OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite is perfect if you hate expensive phones

OnePlus's latest low-cost phone is the OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite, and it has launched alongside the equally cheap OnePlus Nord Buds 2. Here are all the details.
Promotional image with people taking a selfue using the Motorola Edge 40 Pro.

Forget the Pixel 7 and Galaxy S23 — the Motorola Edge 40 Pro is here

Forget the Pixel 7 and Galaxy S23 — the Motorola Edge 40 Pro is here

The new Motorola Edge 40 Pro has almost every desirable spec you could want, and may give Motorola the flagship draw it has lost over the past few years.
Android logo on a smartphone.

Ranking all 19 versions of Android, from worst to best

Ranking all 19 versions of Android, from worst to best

Which is the best, or most important version of Google's Android software, and which is the worst? We rank them from 1.0 onwards to answer the question.
The G-Shock GBD-H2000 seen outside, showing the screen.

Casio G-Shock GBD-H2000 review: an amazing, everlasting hybrid smartwatch

Casio G-Shock GBD-H2000 review: an amazing, everlasting hybrid smartwatch

The Casio G-Shock GBD-H2000 combines great G-Shock looks with comprehensive activity tracking. But is it the hybrid watch for you?
Oura Ring generation 3.

Wearing a fitness tracker could help you detect COVID faster

Wearing a fitness tracker could help you detect COVID faster

Research into COVID-19 by Oura shows the Oura Ring smart ring's sensors collect data that can warn when you're getting sick.
The Apple Watch Ultra's side and Digital Crown,

If Apple does these 5 things, the Apple Watch Ultra 2 will be amazing

If Apple does these 5 things, the Apple Watch Ultra 2 will be amazing

The Apple Watch Ultra is superb, and to improve on it Apple will have to work hard. This is what we think needs to change for the Apple Watch Ultra 2.
A person opening the Motorola Moto Razr (2022).

The Razr 2022 showed me what the Razr 2023 needs to be incredible

The Razr 2022 showed me what the Razr 2023 needs to be incredible

A new Motorola Razr phone is coming soon, and having used the Razr (2022) recently, I know exactly what the 2023 model needs to change and improve.
The Google Pixel Watch and the Xiaomi Watch S1 Pro.

This smartwatch proves just how bad the Pixel Watch’s software really is

This smartwatch proves just how bad the Pixel Watch’s software really is

Xiaomi has used its own, new software for the Watch S1 Pro, and it turns out Google could learn plenty from it. In several ways, it's better than Wear OS.
The back of the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra, showing the camera lenses.

Our honest thoughts on the Galaxy S23 Ultra’s 200MP camera

Our honest thoughts on the Galaxy S23 Ultra’s 200MP camera

The Galaxy S23 Ultra can take full-resolution, 200-megapixel photos — so should you be using this mode over the usual 12MP mode? We compare the results.
A person holding the Redmi Note 12 Pro+.

You should pay attention to this cheap, colorful phone with a 200MP camera

You should pay attention to this cheap, colorful phone with a 200MP camera

The headline feature of the Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 Pro+ is its 200MP camera, but the price promises to be more Galaxy A54 than Galaxy S23 Ultra.
The Huawei Watch Ultimate in Voyage Blue and Expedition Black themes.

The Huawei Watch Ultimate looks like the perfect Apple Watch Ultra rival

The Huawei Watch Ultimate looks like the perfect Apple Watch Ultra rival

The Huawei Watch Ultimate is a dive- and expedition-focused smartwatch with a big screen and a big battery. We take a closer look at the specs and price.
The Garmin Vivomove Trend on a person's wrist.

Garmin Vivomove Trend review: a cool smartwatch with a hidden secret

Garmin Vivomove Trend review: a cool smartwatch with a hidden secret

Do you want the excellent, free Garmin health and fitness platform wrapped up in a cool, fashionable smartwatch? The Vivomove Trend is for you.
The Nothing Ear 2 earbuds inside the case.

Nothing Ear 2 Review: this time, it’s personal — in a good way

Nothing Ear 2 Review: this time, it’s personal — in a good way

Nothing is back with its second pair of in-ear true wireless earbuds, the Ear 2, and this time, it's personal, in a good way, as we found out in our review.
The Nomad Stand One in carbide.

Nomad’s hefty new MagSafe charger will stay exactly where you put it

Nomad’s hefty new MagSafe charger will stay exactly where you put it

Nomad's new Stand One MagSafe charger is a minimalist dream, plus it has the weight behind it to stop it moving around your desk.