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  • Realme GT launches: The most affordable Snapdragon 888 phone yet

    When does the Realme GT launch in the UK & Europe? While the Realme GT was unveiled in China on 4 March, it wasn’t until 15 June that the phone launched in markets further afield, including the UK, Europe and India. As for retail availability outside of China, the phone went on sale on 21 […]

  • You now have the right to repair your appliances – sort of

    The aim is to help the UK to meet energy targets by making appliances last longer and operate more efficiently. At the moment, the UK dumps 1.5 million tonnes of electrical products a year into landfill, often unnecessarily.  From now on, spare parts must be available within two years of a product going on sale […]

  • Funny WhatsApp status messages for birthdays

    Do you want to surprise your friends, family and acquaintances with a funny greeting for their birthday? Well, we’ve got a selection for you that can share with them just in a WhatsApp chat or even as your status for the day. Of course, these messages aren’t exclusively for WhatsApp: you can use them on […]

  • The best mid-range phone 2021

    Not everyone can afford a flagship phone like the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra or iPhone 12 Pro, but the good news is that plenty of cheaper devices offer an excellent experience all the same. Some are half the price or even less, so don’t panic if your bank account is looking a little bare and […]

  • Windows 11: Everything you need to know

    Clearly wanting to avoid upsetting millions by making radical changes (as with Windows 8), the new operating system has rounded corners everywhere you look and a centrally positioned Start menu, which you return to the side if you want to. There’s a new widgets panel which can show the weather, stocks, news and other things […]

  • Best UK Phone Deals for July 2021

    Smartphones. Everyone has one and most people are on the lookout for a new one at some point – but no-one ever wants to pay full price. This means it’s becoming even more important for people to find the best possible deals – whether on contract to spread the cost of the handset or SIM-free […]

  • Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 release date, price & specs rumours

    When will the Samsung Galaxy Tab S8/S8+/S8 Ultra launch? Using previous members of Samsung’s Galaxy Tab S line as a guide is a tricky tightrope to walk, partly as a result of the more recent return to a multi-device strategy and partly because of how Samsung has viewed the Galaxy Tab S line and its […]

  • New Pavilion Aero 13 is HP’s lightest consumer laptop yet

    The device is powered by AMD’s latest Ryzen 5000 Series CPUs, up to the Ryzen 7 5800U. However, it’s not clear which processor the entry-level models will use – we’ve reached out to HP for clarification. Nonetheless, combined with Radeon integrated, there should be enough power here for all but the most demanding tasks. As […]

  • Does Windows 11 come with Microsoft Office?

    Microsoft announced a major update to Windows at its 24 June event. Windows 11 brings with it a fresh aesthetic, with sleek rounded corners and a centrally placed taskbar icons (including the Start Menu). There’s also a greater emphasis on security, productivity, and multitasking. The new OS is slated to release in full later this […]

  • The best movies on BritBox in July 2021

    The film offerings on BritBox aren’t anywhere near as extensive as rivals like Netflix and Amazon Prime, but there’s still a few golden oldies you should take a look at. Don’t expect the latest Disney blockbusters, but if you’re looking for a classic, we’ve rounded up some of the best. BritBox is available both in […]

  • Best TV shows on BritBox in July 2021

    Britbox is your one-stop-shop for streaming content from the UK’s big terrestrial channels – BBC, ITV, Channel 4 and Channel 5. Membership costs £5.99 per month and £59.99 per year in the UK, and $6.99 per month or $69.99 per year in the US. There’s also a seven-day free trial available. You can sign up […]

  • EZVIZ C8C review

    The C8C is an outdoor CCTV camera that captures 1080p HD footage and features a pan and tilt function, strobe light, motion and person detection, and colour night vision. It’s easy to set up and use over Wi-Fi, robust, and interesting looking if not to everyone’s taste. At £89/$99, the C8C is well priced for […]