Why Apple skipped iOS 19 and went straight to iOS 26 – the reason makes so much sense
Seen a bunch of headlines about iOS 26? Wondering what happened to versions 19 to 25? Here’s everything you need to know!
After 120 hours with the Nintendo Switch 2 I totally recommend it – even if I think there’s one massive problem
Now you are really playing with power
What is Hold Assist? Apple’s AI hold and call screening features explained
Apple’s new Hold Assist feature in iOS 26 will sit on hold for you, and even screens callers or your texts. But how exactly does it work?
watchOS 26 finally brings Apple Intelligence to the Apple Watch… for better or worse
The latest Apple Watch software update has arrived! watchOS 26 includes Apple’s system-wide redesign and Apple Intelligence (finally)
Samsung’s small(ish) Odyssey OLED G81SF is more monitor than my graphics card can handle
4K resolution and a high refresh rate make this a gaming great
macOS 26 is here, and it brings the big redesign I’ve been waiting for
The latest software update for Mac devices is macOS 26, sporting a brand new look to match the iPhone, and new productivity features
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While the tvOS redesign looks nice, this one new feature might ruin my experience
tvOS 26 gets Apple’s new Liquid Glass design, which looks great, but this new Profiles feature might ruin my Apple TV experience
The best new iOS 26 feature has nothing to do with your iPhone
While a redesign in the next iOS update is exciting, the software also introduces a bunch of new AirPods features that are a huge upgrade
Apple macOS 26 system requirements: will it run on your Mac?
Apple’s latest major Mac software update is on the way – but will you be able to use macOS 26 with your current Mac device?
Apple watchOS 26 system requirements: will it run on your Apple Watch?
Apple’s latest major Apple Watch software update is on the way – but will you be able to use watchOS 26 with your current watch?
iOS 26 system requirements: will it run on your iPhone?
Apple’s latest major iPhone software update is on the way – but will you be able to use iOS 26 with your current iPhone?
iPadOS 26 system requirements: will it run on your iPad?
Apple’s latest major iPad software update is on the way – but will you be able to use iPadOS 26 with your current Apple tablet?
iOS 26 is the latest iPhone update and it’s the biggest in years
Apple just unveiled iOS and iPadOS 26, with a huge, glassy redesign taking centre stage among plenty of other new features
Apple’s WWDC 2025 event is happening right now! Here’s what to expect including iOS and Siri updates
We’re about to see the new version of Siri powered by AI, alongside the latest versions of Apple’s software
The best things to watch on Paramount+ 2025
Blockbuster movies, indie gems and gripping TV series – here’s what you should be streaming on Paramount’s subscription service
Best streaming sticks in 2025 for unbeatable performance and value
Upgrade your telly with these easy streamers. From TV boxes to 4K sticks, our picks for the best streaming device you can buy
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Best wireless speakers in 2025 for music streaming via Wi-Fi
Streaming speakers for all budgets – our guide to the best wireless speakers you can find anywhere
Best watches for men in 2025 for every style and budget
We’ve ranked the best watches for men, featuring iconic models from the most renowned watchmakers
Best mid-range laptop in 2025 for work, gaming and more
From Acer and Asus to HP and Dell, the best mid-range laptops deliver exceptional value for your money
Best laptops in 2025 that we’ve reviewed
From MacBooks to Chromebooks, hybrids to gaming powerhouses, we’ve tested and scored the best laptops for every need
All I want from Apple’s upcoming event is for iOS 26 and iCloud to finally sync my photos properly
Apple’s WWDC developer shindig is nearly upon us. The world expects AI-powered unicorns. I’d settle for my iPhone doing its job and syncing my photos. Too much to ask? Probably.
Amazon UK Prime Day 2025: everything you need to know
Your wallet’s already thanking you for the Amazon UK Prime Day savings that are coming back this July
Best lightweight laptop in 2025 for work, gaming, and streaming
The ultimate ultrabooks from Apple, Dell, Asus and more
These must-play Switch 2 games are top of my list at launch
Don’t let these Switch 2 games leave your wishlist. They’re must-play
Reviews
Here’s why Tesla’s New Model Y is the best electric car I’ve driven
Best-seller updated with a drastically different design
I’ve tested lots of Android tablets – the OnePlus Pad 3 is easily my new favourite
Improvements across the board, and still more affordable than the competition
After testing the Shokz Open Fit 2, I might never wear another pair of fitness headphones
Exercise fans, these should soundtrack your next workout
I was amazed by the Motorola Edge 60 Pro’s epic battery life – and you will be too
This 6000mAh stunner isn’t just a one trick pony
I had my doubts about Marshall’s first soundbar, but the Dolby Atmos-equipped Heston 120 blew me away
The Bluetooth speaker, headphone and amp specialist ups its game significantly to launch a full-blown Dolby Atmos soundbar – but can it match the key rivals?
I like the Tenways CGO009’s sleek e-bike styling – but riding one sold me on its clever tech
This stylish urban commuter isn’t short on smarts
I wish all headphones had the AKG N9 Hybrid’s clever connectivity – here’s why it’s a great travel companion
Built-in wireless dongle opens up these over-ears to all kinds of tech
I (just about) survived Elden Ring Nightreign’s unforgiving co-op chaos
The dark fantasy action RPG goes a bit rogue and royale-like
The Sony Xperia 1 VII is the throwback flagship I didn’t want to put down
Same fantastic feature set, same familiar pitfalls to ownership
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Buying guides
Best smart speaker in 2025 with Google, Alexa and Siri built-in
The best smart speaker options will listen, learn and lend a helping hand
Best iPad in 2025 reviewed and ranked
Not sure which is the best iPad for you? We’ve explored the differences between every current Apple tablet in our buying guide
Best budget tablets in 2025 for outstanding value
If you’re looking for the ultimate iPad alternatives out there, check out Stuff’s guide to the best budget tablets
25 best Apple TV+ shows and movies to watch today
Our pick of Apple TV+’s best movies and TV shows
Best headphones in 2025 including earbuds and over-ear headphones
We’ve reviewed the best headphones you can buy right now, from Sony, Bose, Samsung and more
Best smartwatches in 2025 from Apple and Android reviewed
Our pick of the best smartwatches around, based on extensive in-depth reviews
The best microSD Express Cards for your Nintendo Switch 2
Want to expand your Nintendo Switch 2 storage? You’ll need one of the best microSD Express Cards
Best wireless earbuds in 2025 reviewed and rated
Check out the best wireless earbuds from affordable in-ear options to premium models by Apple, Beats, Bose, and more
Best cheap phones in 2025 reviewed and rated
We rate the best budget phones from Samsung, Nothing, Google and more, all available for under $450/£450
Stuff Gadget Awards
The Stuff Gadget Awards 2024: our top TVs, soundbar and streaming service of the year
Spread across two sub-categories (premium TV and affordable TV), here are the 2024 models that left us agog in visual wonder. Plus we’ve got our best soundbar and streaming service category for you too!
The Stuff Gadget Awards 2024: our tablets of the year
A staple for work, creativity and entertainment, it’s been a powerhouse year for tablets
The Stuff Gadget Awards 2024: our phones of the year
We’ve several categories for you, including our overall phone of the year as well as mid-range and affordable phone of the year. Plus camera phones and foldables, too!
The Stuff Gadget Awards 2023: Here’s our gadget of the year
Which product will be crowned the gadget king of 2023? It’s time to reveal the cream of the crop
The Stuff Gadget Awards 2023: Flagship phone of the year
Here’s the top-tier blower that blew our socks off in 2023
The Stuff Gadget Awards 2023: Headphones of the year
Can you do any better than these cans? Not in 2023 you can’t!
The Stuff Gadget Awards 2023: Innovation of the year
The year’s biggest and best mould-breaking tech product, revealed
The Stuff Gadget Awards 2023: Mid-range, affordable and camera phones of the year
We’re calling it: here are the non-premium handsets that got our hearts racing in 2023
The Stuff Gadget Awards 2023: Bluetooth and wireless speakers of the year
Listen up: here are the finest cable-free sound boxes from the past 12 months
The Stuff Gadget Awards 2023: Fitness tech of the year
Don’t sweat it: here are the best new products for keeping you active
The Stuff Gadget Awards 2023: Gaming hardware and accessories of the year
Key pieces for the players out there, these stellar examples of gaming gear will lift your pastime to new heights
The Stuff Gadget Awards 2023: Top TVs of the year
It’s time to gawp, gawk and grin at the year’s grandest of televisions
The Stuff Gadget Awards 2023: Sustainable gadget of the year
It’s time for the greenest gadget of the year to get its flowers
The Stuff Gadget Awards 2023: Kitchen and cleaning tech of the year
Revealed: 2023’s best gadget shortcuts to a cleaner and better fed home
The Stuff Gadget Awards 2023: mobile app and game of the year
Install these on your phone and app-reciate it all the more
The Stuff Gadget Awards 2023: TV gadgets of the year
Our favourite TV gadget revealed – plus the finest soundbar of 2023
The Stuff Gadget Awards 2023: Smart home products of the year
No Wi-Fi fridges here – just our picks for the smart security product and smart speaker of 2023
The Stuff Gadget Awards 2023: Premium and affordable tablets of the year
Budget-friendly or top of the line, head this way to find out the 2023 slates we rate
The Stuff Gadget Awards 2023: Laptops of the year plus best accessory
We open up about our favourite premium, gaming and mainstream notebooks, plus our add-on pick
The Stuff Gadget Awards 2023: Game of the year
In a year of old favourites making happy returns, these were the best…
Latest deals
Amazon US Prime Day 2025: the deals are coming back this July!
Prime Day is coming back to Amazon US this July. Here’s where we’ll show you all the key tech deals for you to choose from
I’ve found these amazing Prime Day deals a month early!
While Prime Day doesn’t start until July, there are already some pretty decent offers up for grabs in the US and UK – here are the best
Sony will give you a free 55in 4K TV – here’s how it works
Sony’s giving away a free TV. Seriously. This BOGOF offer bags you a 55in 4K TV completely free when you shop before 8 June
LG’s 65in C4 4K OLED might be the best value TV thanks to this huge discount
Last year’s LG 65in C4 OLED is looking more tempting than, with top-of-the range features and 4K picture quality for almost half price
I’m finally getting one of the top massage guns all thanks to this massive discount
These Therabody deals will ease your aching muscles – and put less strain on your bank balance with up to $100/£100 in savings
Samsung’s top-rated Tab S10 FE is even more affordable at its lowest price ever
Samsung’s affordable Tab S10 FE only launched last month but EE has already discounted it to its lowest price ever – £349
Stuff Opinion
Does Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 7 Ultra tease mean a cheaper foldable is also on the way?
Confusing early whispers of a new book-style device create more questions than answers
Vodafone merges with Three UK – but how much extra will it cost you?
VodafoneThree have committed to cap “selected mobile tariffs and data plans” for up to three years. But after that….
What I think the Apple Games app needs to work – and why it won’t
Apple is reportedly working on an Apple Games app – but we’ve all played this game before, and I’m not sure it warrants an extra life
Here’s why I’m more excited for Apple’s in-home tech than iPhone updates this summer
This year, Apple is expected to give the Apple TV its biggest update in years and finally debut is long-rumoured home hub – and I can’t wait
Omega boss teases new Swatch collab, but who’s getting the MoonSwatch treatment next?
Omega boss hints that a new collaboration with Swatch is coming – we try to guess which brand is getting the MoonSwatch treatment next
