Xbox prepping gamers for a Project Helix console without a disc drive and the digital-only era dawns
Xbox is reportedly preparing a disc to digital feature as the company prepares for a disc-free Project Helix console
Apple’s Hide My Email tool isn’t hiding your email very well, security researcher finds
Apple’s Hide My Email tool is supposed to protect your real email address, but its revealed all too easily a researcher claims
Physical PlayStation discs are going extinct from 2028 and everyone suffers except Sony
Sony is halting the production of PlayStation game discs from January 2028. It’ll affect new games only.
Sony is killing new games coming to disc – here’s why I think that’s a terrible idea
Sony’s future for PlayStation games relies on you forgetting what Sony announced earlier this week
Latest posts
Hamilton and Christopher Nolan have made a watch inspired by The Odyssey – and it comes with a wearable movie prop
Hamilton teams up with director Christopher Nolan for a mythology-inspired limited edition watch, complete with a replica talisman from the film
iOS 27 system requirements: will Apple’s upcoming software run on your existing iPhone?
Apple’s next major iPhone software update is coming in September – but will you be able to use iOS 27 with your current iPhone?
How to watch, listen to and follow the FIFA World Cup 2026 – everything you need to know
The World Cup is the most-watched sporting event globally – here’s how to join in the rest of the tournament
How to use Action mode on your iPhone to capture ultra-smooth video without a gimbal
Get in on the…action, with smoother shots and transitions using our guide to the iPhone Action mode feature
Apple iPad Mini 8: release date, price, specs and everything you need to know
Apple’s latest upcoming miniature tablet could finally be the upgrade you’re looking for…
Casio’s new G-Shock x Pokémon watch is available today – here’s how to buy it
Pokémon fans and watch nerds, rejoice – G-Shock is marking 30 years of Pikachu and friends
Samsung teases its next huge launch with pizza and chocolate – what does it mean?
Less than subtle hints make it clear a wider Galaxy Z Fold 8 is due very soon
Are Google Pixel phones silencing users’ incoming calls without them knowing? Sure seems that way
Users of multiple generations of Google Pixel phones say they’re unable to receive calls.
LG StanbyME 2 Max is a massive tablet you can wheel around the house and we’re seriously tempted
LG has announced the StanbyME 2 Max – a 32-inch, battery powered touchscreen tablet that can be transported around on wheels. The whopping great tablet on a stick is larger than the 27-inch iteration released previously and is designed for viewing media content via the same webOS software featured on LG’s brilliant televisions. It supports […]
iOS 26.5.2 sounds like a sign of things to come for Apple software updates
Apple is warning that the use of AI to find vulnerabilities in iOS is making it harder to keep the software watertight
Features
A month with the Oura Ring 5 – this is the iPhone moment for smart rings
After four weeks of near-constant wear, Oura’s smallest, smartest ring yet has convinced me this category has finally grown up
MacBook Neo vs MacBook Air: which Apple laptop should you buy?
Save some cash and grab a MacBook Neo? Or splash out on the more powerful Air? Decisions, decisions…
Here’s why the Mazda 6e’s quirky feel makes it a contender against EV greats from Tesla and Mercedes
Is the coupe-saloon styling unusual enough to make the Mazda 6e stand out from the crowd?
I fished Certina’s new DS Super PH2000M out of Lake Zurich – is this the new king of affordable divers?
Certina handed us a hook in Switzerland and asked us to haul its newest 2000m dive watch out of Lake Zurich – here’s how the watch (and the stunt) held up
Listening to this $1 million stereo system is an experience every music fan should have
McIntosh House of Sound is an audiophile experience like no other
Best streaming sticks in 2026 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
Best VPN services in 2026 to stay secure online
We’ve gathered together the cream of the Virtual Private Network crop – what’s the best VPN service for you?
Here’s why the new Shooting Brake bodystyle makes the already ace Mercedes-Benz CLA an even better EV
It packs the same appeal as the amazing saloon, but the CLA Shooting Brake adds in a touch more space for good measure
Reviews
I found the Philips OneUp 5000 was a brilliant – and cheaper – alternative to Shark and Dyson
Can the affordable Philips OneUp 5000 inject new life into your cleaning habits?
Motorola Razr Fold review: depending where you live, this could be the book-style foldable to beat
A huge battery, slick multitasking and an official US release? Sign us up
Google’s new Home Speaker is fine, but I hate that the smartest bit needs you to subscribe
More than just a conduit for Gemini for Home?
This pro-grade stills and video camera is also a phone. Why isn’t it more widely available?
The X300 Ultra is Vivo’s most accomplished cameraphone yet
This Leica-powered gimbal camera’s image quality blew me away. Here’s why DJI should watch out
The Insta360 Luna Ultra is a serious rival to the DJI Osmo Pocket
The LG G6 redefined OLED TVs for me – here’s why it’ll do the same for you
The OLED standard-bearer returns with a brightness-boosting picture processor and anti-glare tech
After hundreds of photos, the Panasonic Lumix L10 has cemented itself as one of my favourite travel cameras
Pocketable dimensions, generous zoom range and custom LUTs steal the show
Sennheiser Momentum 5 Wireless review: these keenly priced ANC over-ears have costlier rivals licked in two key areas
Proof that great sound, noise cancelling and long battery life needn’t cost silly money
Bose Lifestyle Ultra Speaker review: my new multi-room musical starting point
Sharper looks, a stripped-back app and wide compatibility make this a compelling listen
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Buying guides
Best gaming headsets in 2026 reviewed and rated
Gain the edge in multiplayer gaming or immerse yourself in a solitary experience with the best wired and wireless gaming headsets
Best noise-cancelling headphones in 2026 for travel, work, and everything between
Want audio without distraction? The best noise-cancelling headphones from Bose, Sony and others cut out background sound for superior listening
The best Kindle in 2026: our recommendations for every type of reader
We’ve tested every Amazon e-reader to recommend the very best Kindle for every bookworm and budget
Best fans in 2026: portable, floor and desk fans to beat the heatwave
The best fans can add circulation to the stuffiest of spaces – if it’s airflow you’re after, these are the spinners you need
Best gaming console in 2026 including Xbox, PlayStation and Nintendo
We’ve ranked the best gaming consoles available, from Xbox and PlayStation to the Nintendo Switch and beyond – we’ve tested them all. Press start to continue…
Best streaming service for the US in 2026
Here’s our guide to all the best streaming services – Netflix, Apple TV+, Amazon Prime Video, Max, Hulu, Peacock and Paramount+
Best smart speaker in 2026 with Google, Alexa and Siri built-in
The best smart speaker options will listen, learn and lend a helping hand
Best wireless earbuds in 2026 reviewed and rated
Check out the best wireless earbuds from affordable in-ear options to premium models by Apple, Beats, Bose, and more
Best Apple Watch in 2026: all current models reviewed and rated
Don’t know your Series 11 from your Ultra? We’ve explained every Apple Watch and suggested which might be the best Apple Watch for your wrist
Stuff Gadget Awards
The Stuff Awards 2025: our Gadget of the Year
Now comes the truly hard part: choosing the absolute best from an exceptional year of tech
The Stuff Gadget Awards 2025: our phones of the year
From budget phones to folding handsets, here are our favourite smartphones of 2025 across several categories
The Stuff Gadget Awards 2025: our TVs and streaming service of the year
Look here! These are the screens and services that kept us most entertained over the past year
The Stuff Gadget Awards 2025: our laptops of the year
Open up! It’s time to pull out this year’s best premium, mainstream and gaming laptops
The Stuff Gadget Awards 2025: our fitness tech of the year
Faster. Stronger. Healthier – here are the year’s best workout-enhancers
The Stuff Awards 2025: top design and innovation of the year
It’s time to celebrate the categories that pushed the boundaries forward in 2025
The Stuff Gadget Awards 2025: our headphones of the year
These cans can. Read on to discover the best sports, true wireless and over-ear headphones of 2025
The Stuff Gadget Awards 2025: our home audio products of the year
Listen up! It’s time to reveal 2025’s best wireless and Bluetooth speakers
The Stuff Gadget Awards 2025: our cameras of the year
The year’s top cameras – from mirrorless marvels to adventure-ready action cams
The Stuff Gadget Awards 2025: our home tech of the year
Time to see which home tech impressed us most this year – and there were some very big leaps n 2025
The Stuff Gadget Awards 2025: our analogue watch of the year
It’s time to take a closer look at the year’s finest horological heroes
The Stuff Gadget Awards 2025: our soundbar and projector of the year
Here are the projectors and soundbars that made our movie nights magic in 2025
The Stuff Gadget Awards 2025: our tablets of the year
We pick the top 2025 tablets from both the premium and affordable ends of the market
The Stuff Gadget Awards 2025: our electric cars and bikes of the year
The best EVs, ebikes and escooters of 2025, revealed!
The Stuff Gadget Awards 2025: our gaming hardware of the year
Here are the gaming consoles and peripherals that dominated our downtime in 2025
The Stuff Gadget Awards 2025: our apps and games of the year
Find out which thumb-busting titles kept us most entertained this year
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!
Latest deals
14 super-cheap watches in the Amazon Prime Day sale I’d genuinely recommend
Looking for an affordable watch for summer? Here are 14 budget timepieces I’d actually recommend…
Beat the Apple price rise – get the MacBook Neo for $599/£599
Instead of starting from $599/£599 for the entry-level 256GB model, the MacBook Neo now officially starts at $699/£699 direct from Apple
There’s never been a better time to buy an iPhone Air
Amazon Prime Day has revealed some heavy discounts on Apple’s ultra-slim iPhone Air, turning it into one of the standout deals we’ve seen this week
The Garmin Forerunner 165 deal is the perfect Prime Day upgrade for your new running hobby
Running is booming and the Garmin Forerunner 165 is a brilliant way to start tracking detailed stats
The Amazon Kindle Colorsoft is finally worth it thanks to this superb Prime Day deal
With up to 38% off, the Kindle Colorsoft might finally be worth buying, since the high price put me off the colour e-reader previously
Apple AirPods Pro 3 deal alert! Get Apple’s flagship wireless earphones for an all-time-low price
If you’re after one of the best wireless earbuds, there’s good news. An AirPods Pro 3 deal sees them down to $179
Stuff Opinion
I don’t want Meta’s new $299 smart glasses – I want Apple AirPods Pro for my eyes
Forget a camera on your face. I want EyePods Pro smart glasses that power up my eyes like AirPods Pro power up my ears
Buying a new phone or laptop in 2026? Here’s why it’ll cost more – and how to save money while you still can
Surging RAM and storage prices are having a nasty knock-on effect
I’m an AI sceptic, but here are 9 things I’ve used AI for, from finding lost words to coding a pointless app
AI has been sold as a revolution, but for consumers it’s a mix of handy shortcuts, confident nonsense and surreal arguments with non-sentient technology
7 reasons we still need mechanical watches in the age of the Apple Watch
The Apple Watch can track your heart rate, answer your texts and tell you the weather in Tokyo – here’s why an analogue watch still beats it
This amazing app hints at a bold new future for Mac gaming – playing Windows indie games
GameHub freed my Steam gems from Windows PCs, letting me play them anywhere. And now the app is coming to Apple gear
