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A person wearing the Oura Ring smart ring.

The Oura Ring has a hidden mode that every other wearable needs

Forget tracking mountain climbs and downhill skiing, the Oura Ring has an automatic activity tracking mode that's way more relevant to people — housework.
The Google Pixel Tablet showing a photo as wallpaper.

I’ve finally given up on the Google Pixel Tablet

I have been trying to do more with the Google Pixel Tablet, but I really shouldn't have been, so I've given up making it something it's not.
A person wearing the Xiaomi Watch S3 with yellow strap and bezel.

I wore a smartwatch that’s unlike any you’ve seen before

The Xiaomi Watch S3 looks like a normal smartwatch at first glance. However, it has a cool design feature unlike anything else out there.
A person taking a photo with the Google Pixel 8.

Google Pixel 8 review: better than the Pixel 8 Pro?

The case for choosing the Google Pixel 8 over the Pixel 8 Pro is stronger than ever, as its camera, battery, and software all impress in our review.
A person holding the Punkt MC02.

This Android phone is so bad I couldn’t review it

I really tried to get to the point where the Punkt MC02 was ready for everyday use, but I simply couldn't get past its many faults. Let me explain why.
The side of the Oura Ring Horizon.

Here’s how you can try new Oura Ring features before anyone else

Oura has introduced Oura Labs, a way to try out new smart ring features earlier than others, and even participate in research too.
Promotional image for OuttaFocus. A person holding the Xiaomi 14 Ultra, with the Photography Kit fitted.

I turned my phone into a camera, and I don’t want to go back

What happens when you take one of 2024's best smartphone cameras and add a wild photography accessory to it? Something incredible, that's what.
A person wearing the Withings ScanWatch 2.

I reviewed the Withings ScanWatch 2. It isn’t like other smartwatches

The Withings ScanWatch 2 hybrid smartwatch has the right look, but does it have the tech covered too? We find out in our review.
A person wearing the Ray-Ban Meta smartglasses, taking a photo.

What they don’t tell you about wearing a camera on your face

We're all used to taking photos with our phones. But what about using a camera that's strapped to your face? It's unique, weird, and wonderful.
A person holding the iPhone 5.

How bad is a 2012 iPhone camera in 2023? Take a look for yourself

After finding an old Apple iPhone 5, I used the camera alongside the iPhone 15 Pro Max, Galaxy S23 Ultra, and OnePlus 11. Here's how things have changed.
Huawei smartphones with Leica cameras.

How Huawei and Leica made me fall in love with mobile photography

In a world where smartphone and photography partnerships are more common than ever, none are as meaningful as the one Huawei and Leica once shared.
A close-up of the iPhone 14 Pro's camera module.

I finally figured out why I don’t love the iPhone 14 Pro’s camera

After a year with the iPhone 14 Pro's camera, I've worked out what it is that has stopped me from loving it like I did older iPhone cameras.
The Asus Zenfone 10, along with the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra, Apple iPhone 14 Pro, and the GoPro Hero 11 Black.

I tried to replace my GoPro with this new phone and its clever camera

The Asus Zenfone 10's camera has a gimbal for steady, shake-free video. But can it come close to matching a GoPro? I found out.
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra's rear panels.

iOS 18 could make my iPhone look like Android, and I hate it

Rumors suggest iOS 18 will provide more home screen customization for the iPhone, just like Android, and I am worried about the repercussions this may have.
The Google Pixel 8 on a table.

Your Google Pixel 8 is getting this cool missing feature after all

Google's Gemini Nano AI is coming to the Pixel 8 after all, despite Google saying the phone wasn't able to run it. Here's all the good news.
A person wearing the Withings ScanWatch 2.

I revisited the Withings ScanWatch 2, and it didn’t go well

After returning to the Withings ScanWatch 2, I was left with the thought that a different type of wearable may be the better purchase. Here's why.
A person holding the Nuu B30 Pro.

I thought I’d hate this cheap Android phone. It proved me wrong

I wasn't expecting much from the Nuu B30 Pro before I got it out the box, but once it was in my hand, I was pleasantly surprised. Here's what you get for $300.
A person wearing the Apple Watch Series 9, showing the Snoopy watch face

Why you shouldn’t buy these 5 Apple Watch Series 9 alternatives

The Apple Watch Series 9 is the best smartwatch for your iPhone. Here's why you should buy it instead of these other wearables.
A promotional image showing the Wizpr ring.

This smart ring has a feature you would never expect

Smart rings usually track sleep and activity, but this smart ring lets you whisper to your choice of AI assistant. Seriously.
A person holding the Xiaomi 14 Ultra.

I just got one of 2024’s most interesting phones. Here are 5 things I can’t wait to try

I'm reviewing the Xiaomi 14 Ultra, one of the most interesting phones to come out this year, and these are the five things I can't wait to try with it.
Words displayed on an iPhone's screen in the Notes app, with the keyboard below them.

My iPhone’s keyboard is driving me crazy

One, simple, three-letter word is causing me problems on my iPhone. And it's driving me crazy.
A person wearing a Shure MoveMic microphone.

I reviewed a tiny gadget that could help launch your YouTube career

Eager to get started on YouTube? Shure has launched the MoveMic wireless microphone system for smartphones, which could be what you need. We've reviewed it.
The back of the Asus Zenfone 11 Ultra.

I reviewed an Android phone that simply doesn’t make any sense

The Asus Zenfone 11 Ultra is a decent smartphone, but answering the question of whether you should buy it isn't straightforward, as our review explains.
A person wearing the Apple Watch Series 9.

8 watches you should buy instead of an Apple Watch

The Apple Watch is brilliant, but there are also excellent alternatives to consider. Here are eight watches you should buy instead of an Apple Watch.
A person wearing Ray-Ban Meta smartglasses.

I’m replacing my normal glasses with smart glasses. Here’s why

I'm going to try living day-to-day with the Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses instead of my regular non-smart glasses. Here's why, and what I hope to learn.
A person holding an iPhone 15 Pro Max with a Casetify x Le Sserafim case.

I said I wouldn’t do this to my iPhone, but did it anyway

I said I wouldn't use a case on my iPhone 15 Pro Max, but something happened that has seen me go back on my word.
Close up of the Samsung Galaxy A55 in yellow.

Samsung’s cheap Galaxy S24 alternative is seriously tempting

If the Samsung Galaxy S24 is just a bit too expensive to justify, Samsung's new Galaxy A55 and Galaxy A35 could be for you. Here are all the details.
The T Phone running a demo of Brain.ai.

I’ve seen the future of smartphones, and it’s astonishing

Unlocking your phone and using apps to get things done may become a thing of the past, and an intelligent AI may do everything from the lock screen.
The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra and the Vivo X100 Pro phones, seen from the back.

A phone you haven’t heard of just beat the Galaxy S24 Ultra in a camera test

The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra has met its match in telephoto photography, but you may not have heard of the phone that beats it. Our comparison reveals all.
Motorola's concept folding phone.

MWC 2024 was weird, and I couldn’t be happier about it

MWC 2024 was full of weird and wonderful concepts and production-ready products, showing the trends for mobile this year are going to be anything but boring.
A person wearing the Oura Ring.

The Oura Ring showed me how months of stress destroyed my sleep

The Oura Ring showed me how stress ruined my sleep, and prompted me to take action. It also made me realize too much data isn't always a good thing.
MWC 24 Awards Feature Image

Top tech of MWC 2024

Mobile World Congress 2024 has been packed with exciting new products, and it was tough choosing the best. Here are our six top picks from the show.
The back of the Redmi Note 13 Pro Plus.

Is this cheap Android phone better than the Galaxy S24? I found out

Is the reasonably priced Redmi Note 13 Pro Plus really a better buy than a flagship phone? No, but the reason why is not all about the specification.
Concept images of HMD Fusion Smart Outfits.

This company has big plans to change smartphone design forever

A new name in mobile has an ambitious plan to make modular phones work, from repairability to add-on modules. We spoke to HMD at MWC 2024 to learn more.