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Realme 9 Pro+ in Aurora Green.

The Realme 9 Pro+ is as pretty as the photos it takes

The Realme 9 Pro+ looks great, and the main camera takes really excellent photos, plus it has a low price, but how does the rest of the phone stack up?
Timex X Space Invaders T80.

Timex’s cool Space Invaders watch is dripping with nostalgia

How do you up the nostalgia around an already classic watch like the Timex T80? By making a special edition celebrating the Space Invaders video game.
Tag Heuer Connected Calibre E4 smartwatches.

Tag Heuer reinvents its luxury smartwatch with 2 stunning models

Tag Heuer pioneered the luxury smartwatch, and is now back with two brand new models, each with a distinctive look. Here's what you need to know about them.
Galaxy S22 Ultra in Phantom White.

How Samsung reimagined the Galaxy Note to make the S22 Ultra

Is the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra really a new Ultra phone, or is it a new Galaxy Note just without the name? We spoke to Samsung's Nick Porter to find out.
Main menu on the TicWatch E3.

Google’s Wear smartwatch software update list is short, and the wait is long

Google has released a list of smartwatches that will receive an update to the new Wear platform in the future, but it's short, and the wait will be long.
Galaxy S9 Plus

Yes, Samsung, the foldable phone’s exciting, but don’t forget about the Galaxy S10

Samsung's first Unpacked event of 2019 is shaping up to be filled with exciting tech goodies -- quite possibly the foldable smartphone. But we're hoping it won't overload us with new products, when the Galaxy S10 will likely be enough for one day. It could be good for business too.
Samsung Galaxy s10 plus hands-on

Samsung’s wide range of Galaxy products means there’s something for everyone

Samsung launched a host of new products on February 20, with prices ranging from just $35, all the way up to nearly $2,000. This was not by chance, and the company believes it has something for everyone in 2019, regardless of what phone you own now, or what phone you dream of owning. We spoke to the company about it.
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All the folding smartphones you need to know about

It's hard not to get excited about folding smartphones, as the designs promise to be radically different from the smartphones we carry around today. Many manufacturers are working on these designs, and we've gathered together all the ones we know about so far right here to make sure you're fully informed.
iPhone 13 Pro from review.

What we want to see on the iPhone 14

The iPhone 14 won't be released for a while yet, but that just means it's a good time for a wish list of all the things we want to see on Apple's next phone.

7 cell phones that have stopped bullets (literally)

We've all heard stories about cigarette cases and bibles halting bullets and saving their owners, but how often does the humble mobile phone save lives in this way? It turns out, it happens more often than you think.
Jacob & Co Bugatti Chiron Blue Sapphire Crystal engine.

How Jacob & Co. made its $1.5M Bugatti Chiron-inspired watch

Watchmaker Jacob & Co. has made a unique, $1.5M timepiece inspired by Bugatti's $3M Chiron hypercar, and we spoke to the CEO about how it was made.
Samsung Galaxy A52 5G

Samsung Galaxy A52 5G review: Buy this phone

The Samsung Galaxy A52 5G may not have the same desirability as the Galaxy S21 Ultra, but don't think this means it's not worth buying.
Typing on the Keychron Q1 mechanical keyboard.

Keychron Q1 review: A personalized keyboard that will last for years

A customizable mechanical keyboard makes sense for both the novice and enthusiast, as it adds longevity. The $169 Keychron Q1 is the latest, and we've tried it.
Huawei Watch 3 showing the "Classy" watch face

Huawei Watch 3 review: To achieve perfect Harmony, you’ll need to commit to it

The Huawei Watch 3 looks superb, and runs Huawei's latest HarmonyOS software, but getting to grips with it takes some effort. We know, because we've tested it.
Nokia 5.4 vs. Motorola Moto G Power

Nokia 5.4 review: Resist the temptingly low price

The Nokia 5.4 may look tempting with its recognizable Nokia design and relatively low $249 price tag, but don't get sucked in, this isn't the phone you want.
Pixel 6 (left) and Pixel 6 Pro (right).

My first 2 days with the Pixel 6 Pro: The good, the bad, and the not-at-all ugly

I'm almost two days into using the Google Pixel 6 Pro, and already have plenty of good things to share. Here's what's great, and what's still to be decided.
Pixel 6 Pro in the pocket

The Google Pixel 6 Pro doesn’t deserve its bad reputation

The Google Pixel 6 Pro is facing some bad press, as some phones are hit with software problems. But as we've discovered, it's not entirely deserved.
Huawei P50 Pocket open and seen from the back.

Huawei’s $1,800 folding P50 Pocket isn’t expensive enough

Huawei faces serious technological challenges at the moment, and it needs to do something different. The folding P50 Pocket needed to be more expensive.
Chord Mojo 2 seen from the top down.

Chord Mojo 2 review: Sound so good, it may move you to tears

The Chord Mojo 2 is a mobile DAC that turns your phone into the dream home audio system you've always wanted, without the space or price drawbacks.
Joby Wavo Air wireless microphones.

Sound like a pro with Joby’s wireless mic for your phone

Joby has announced four new microphones in its Wavo range, including the Wavo Air, a wireless microphone system made for smartphones and cameras.
Chord Mojo 2 buttons.

Phone’s music player lost its charm? It needs Chord’s Mojo 2

The Chord Mojo 2 is a DAC and amplifier for your phone or computer, with a world-first cutting edge, lossless DSP complete with an equalizer feature.
asus zenfone 8 flip review

Asus Zenfone 8 Flip Review: The selfie master returns

The Asus Zenfone Flip's unique motorized camera is its standout feature, and makes this unusual phone one for the selfie lover. But how about the rest?
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Emporio Armani Smartwatch 3 Review: Not the style icon it should be

Wearing an Armani suit is a big statement, and such things are often worn by someone who wants to look classy and sophisticated. Surely wearing an Emporio Armani smartwatch will return the same effect? Sadly, the latest model -- unimaginatively named the Smartwatch 3 -- just doesn't have the style or performance you're looking for.
Apple's Craig Federighi standing in front of the iOS 15 logo.

Apple iOS 15: News, features, and everything you need to know

The new iOS 15 operating system is out and comes with a variety of enhancements and new features for the Apple iPhone. Here's everything you need to know.
Huawei Watch GT Runner on wrist.

Huawei finds its niche with the sporty Watch GT Runner

The Huawei Watch GT Runner has found its niche as a fitness-orientated multi-sport smartwatch, thanks to a better design and lower price than the competition.
The Xiaomi Redmi Note 11 series.

Making sense of Xiaomi’s confusing new Redmi Note 11 range

Xiaomi's Redmi Note 11 series consists of four phones -- the Note 11, Note 11S, Note 11 Pro, and Note 11 Pro 5G -- with subtle differences between them all.
The Huawei P50 Pocket Premium Edition in the golden color option showing its camera setup and the cover display.

Huawei P50 Pocket rivals Z Flip 3 in design, but not price

Huawei will launch the P50 Pocket, its fourth folding phone, and the P50 Pro globally. Both use Huawei's own software, and share some unique design features.
Huawei Watch GT Runner smartwatch close up.

The Huawei Watch GT Runner’s lugs hide a GPS antenna

Huawei will release the Watch GT Runner globally soon. Targeting runners, the smartwatch is the first with an external GPS antenna for better accuracy.
amazfit gts review pocket

Amazfit GTS Review: Apple Watch looks, but not Apple software

It’s easy to dismiss the Amazfit GTS off as a cheap Apple Watch knockoff. It’s undeniably a clone due to the distinctive shape of the body, but to ignore it entirely because of this would be a mistake. However, the software still needs work, as the notifications are not always reliable.
oneplus nord review shirt

OnePlus Nord review: Doing value the old-fashioned way

OnePlus does value the old-fashioned way with its latest phone, the OnePlus Nord, by concentrating on helpful features and tech that will make it last.
oneplus 8t review back

OnePlus 8T Review: One of the best phones you shouldn’t buy

The OnePlus 8T is a great smartphone, with many strong features, but the price puts it alongside a lot of capable competitors. Here's how it shapes up.
withings scanwatch review face close

Withings ScanWatch Review: In-depth health tracking, day and night

The long list of health-tracking abilities is only part of the Withings ScanWatch's appeal. All are easy to use, while the design is effortlessly classy.
Huawei P9

Huawei P9 review

Our Huawei P9 review looks in detail at Huawei's first device with a Leica co-developed dual-lens camera, which has set the standard for such technology.
Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Z Flip 3 seen from the front with open screens.

How Samsung has given the Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Z Flip 3 mass market appeal

Samsung says it really listened to feedback from folding smartphone fans and has engineered the Fold 3 and Flip 3 to have more mass appeal than ever before.
Person using the Samsung DeX.

Can Samsung DeX really replace your college laptop?

Can Samsung's DeX productivity mode on a Galaxy phone really save you from buying a laptop for college? Depending on your needs, the answer is yes.
LG Velvet Back

LG Velvet review: LG’s flagship is finally competitive again

LG has ditched the dull smartphone designs it has trotted out for a while, and given us the fabulous-looking LG Velvet, which is as slinky as its name suggests.

Asus ZenFone 6 review

Asus is embracing the 2019 trend of not following any trends at all and instead going in its own direction. The ZenFone 6 has a motorized flip-around camera, a 5,000mAh battery, and an almost Google Pixel-like version of Android installed. We’ve been using the phone, and here's our review.
BlackBerry Key2 keyboard.

The BlackBerry Key2 shows why software updates really matter

Nostalgia prompted a return to the BlackBerry Key2, and while the keyboard welcomed us, the unacceptable treatment of the software definitely didn't.