Samsung Could Get Google's Impressive Android Upgrades First – Even Before Pixel
Samsung is set to be the first manufacturer to ship Google’s new Gemini Intelligence AI on its upcoming Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Z Flip 8 devices this summer. The rollout will coincide with the launch of One UI 9, allowing Samsung users to experience the AI features before they appear on Google’s own Pixel phones. Google has confirmed Gemini will eventually roll out to Pixel devices, but the initial debut on Samsung’s foldables highlights the long‑standing partnership between the two companies. The announcement is expected at Samsung’s Galaxy Unpacked event on July 22.
Garmin-Rival Coros Just Gave Its Popular Running Watch a Gold Medal Makeover
Coros has launched a limited‑edition Pace 4 watch honoring Olympic champion Jakob Ingebrigtsen. The new model keeps the standard Pace 4’s hardware—1.2‑inch AMOLED screen, dual‑frequency GPS and optical heart‑rate sensor—but adds a black‑and‑gold aesthetic, a transparent dial, and a custom strap. Premium...
James Bond Swaps Spy Gadgets for AI Smart Glasses in Surprising New Partnership
Even Realities announced that its AI-powered G2 smart glasses will be integrated into IO Interactive's upcoming 007 First Light video game, a collaboration that also involves Amazon MGM Studios. The G2 distinguishes itself with a low‑profile heads‑up display that delivers...
PS Plus Brings Back the Greatest Game of All Time After More than a Year Away – a Free Reward...
PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium subscribers will get Red Dead Redemption 2 back for free on May 19, reviving one of the platform’s most acclaimed titles. The same update adds the highly anticipated Star Wars Outlaws, an open‑world adventure set between The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi. Additional games such...
Forget AirPods, JBL's Latest Earbuds Have a Unique Feature Like No Other
JBL introduced the Live 4 TWS true‑wireless earbuds, highlighted by a Smart Charging Case that sports a larger touchscreen display for on‑the‑go control. The earbuds also bring upgraded active noise‑cancelling, Hi‑Res audio support, and a six‑mic AI‑enhanced voice system. Available in multiple...
DJI’s Mini 4K Successor Beginner Drone Already Has Its First Discount at a Major UK Retailer
DJI has introduced the Lito 1 and premium Lito X1 drones as successors to the Mini 4K, and the Lito X1 is now 5% cheaper on Amazon UK, dropping from £369 to £349 (about $444). The X1 weighs under 249 g, placing it in the...
Garmin's Coveted Beginner Running Watch Unexpectedly Falls to Its Lowest Ever Price
Garmin’s entry‑level Forerunner 55 is now selling for about $138 on Amazon, a 39% discount that brings the price down to its lowest point ever recorded. The price cut trims the original $229 tag by roughly $90, making the GPS‑enabled watch...
I Have a New Favourite Gaming Headset –and It's a Straight Replacement for the Old One
SteelSeries has launched the Arctis Nova Pro Omni, a direct upgrade to its acclaimed Nova Pro Wireless headset. The Omni consolidates console compatibility into a single model, working with Xbox, PlayStation, and PC via a universal transmitter and a dedicated...
I'm Finally Back on My Switch 2 Thanks to This GOTY Contender From 2025
Tech reviewer Max Freeman‑Mills returns to Nintendo’s Switch 2 after waiting for the narrative‑driven title Dispatch, a 2025 Game‑of‑the‑Year contender that launched on the console in early 2026. The game blends choice‑based storytelling with dispatch missions, featuring veterans from Telltale Games...
Pro Breeze Upgrades Its Popular Hybrid Fan with Smart Controls – Here’s Why It’s Better than Before
Pro Breeze has released an upgraded AirFlo 43” Smart Hybrid Pedestal Fan, adding Wi‑Fi connectivity, app‑based speed and timer controls, and an aroma pod. The new model retains the original’s 100° horizontal and 130° vertical oscillation and built‑in air filter, while...
This Canadian Running Brand Just Went Full Arc’teryx on Race-Day Apparel
Ciele Athletics, the Canadian running brand known for its caps, has launched a revamped Elite Collection aimed at premium road‑racing apparel. The line features COOLmatic | EXP TERRAperf fabric infused with graphene for faster heat dispersion and includes shorts with carbon‑fibre yarn, a...
Valve's Steam Controller Reservation System May Give You Steam Deck Flashbacks
Valve is launching a reservation queue for the Steam Controller on May 8 at 6 pm UK time, letting existing Steam users sign up to buy the device as stock arrives. The system mirrors the 2022 Steam Deck launch, offering a first‑come‑first‑served...
British Heritage Brand Brompton’s New P Line Folding Bike Wants to Make City Commuting Feel Fast Again
British bike maker Brompton has refreshed its premium P Line folding bicycle, adding a carbon fork, wider aluminium handlebars and a shorter 160 mm crank for smoother, more responsive city riding. The update also includes a 23 % lighter carbon‑base Superlight saddle and...
Philips Hue Launches New Immersive Sports Lighting Feature for Football Fans
Philips Hue introduced Sports Live, a new feature that synchronizes compatible Hue and WiZ smart lights with live football match data. The service launches on June 11, 2026, timed for the Championship 2026 tournament, and reacts to goals, cards and other...
We're in the Wi-Fi Headphone Era – Here's Why You Should Care (but Maybe Not Yet)
Hifiman has launched the HE1000 Wi‑Fi, a premium planar‑magnetic headphone priced at roughly $3,300, joining the nascent Wi‑Fi headphone segment that began with the 2023 HED Unity. The device streams uncompressed PCM over Wi‑Fi or Bluetooth and is configured through a...
Top 3 New Netflix and Prime Video Arrivals for a Mid-Week Binge (May 4-8)
Netflix and Prime Video unveiled three standout titles for the week of May 4‑8, targeting viewers looking for a mid‑week binge. Netflix adds the British‑produced drama "Legends" on May 7, a gritty tale about customs agents turned anti‑drug operatives. On May 8, Netflix...
Everyone’s Talking Star Wars Day – I’m Here for Columbia’s Mandalorian Shirt Instead
Columbia Sportswear has launched a limited‑edition Bahama shirt inspired by Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu, timed for May 4, Star Wars Day. The shirt reworks the brand’s PFG fishing shirt with subtle franchise graphics while retaining technical features such as Omni‑Shade UPF 50...
Opsodis 1 Review: Super Sonic Surround Sound for Your Desktop Setup
Japanese construction giant Kajima, leveraging 20 years of research with the University of Southampton, launched the Opsodis 1 speaker on Kickstarter at a discounted $720 (regular $1,200). The compact desktop unit uses cross‑talk cancellation and a proprietary HRTF database to deliver...
3 Ways Beko Is Quietly Revolutionising the Modern Kitchen in 2026
Beko is reshaping the modern kitchen by pairing long‑term reliability with smart efficiency and forward‑looking design. The brand subjects ovens, hobs, fridges and dishwashers to ten‑year simulated use tests, ensuring consistent performance. Its HomeWhiz platform gives users real‑time visibility into...
People Pressure Wash This Common Household Item Every Year – but Experts Say You Should Stop Immediately
Homeowners often reach for pressure washers to clean garden sheds, but experts warn the high‑pressure spray can damage both timber and metal structures. In wooden sheds, the force strips protective treatments, allowing water to penetrate, swell, and eventually rot the...
What Is a Tiger Push-Up? Benefits, Muscles Worked and Proper Form
The tiger push‑up is an advanced bodyweight exercise that adds a forearm‑to‑hand transition to the classic push‑up. By lowering onto the forearms and pressing back up, it shifts emphasis to the triceps, shoulders, and core while demanding greater coordination. Fitness...
Christopher Ward Updates the Popular Sealander Collection with Tasteful Refinement
Christopher Ward has refreshed its popular Sealander line, launching two variants – the Sealander GMT and the Sealander Automatic – with new case sizes, colourways, and upgraded movements. The GMT now comes in 36 mm, 39 mm and a new 42 mm size, featuring...
Millions of Android Automotive Cars Are Finally Getting Gemini – Is Your Car One of Them?
General Motors announced that more than four million U.S. vehicles equipped with Android Automotive will receive Google’s Gemini AI assistant. The rollout targets 2022‑and‑newer Cadillac, Chevrolet, Buick and GMC models and will unfold over several months. Gemini replaces the older...
I Tried Motorola's New Razr – This Killer Camera Feature Is Like No Other
Motorola’s 2026 Razr Ultra upgrades its camera with a new LOFIC sensor that claims six‑times the dynamic range and introduces Frame Match, a visual guide that helps third‑parties capture the exact composition you want. The phone also gains a larger...
Eufy Omni E25 Robot Vacuum Cleaner Review: Strong Suction, Smart Mopping and Minimal Effort
The Eufy Omni E25 robot vacuum‑mop, launched last year, offers a high‑end all‑in‑one cleaning station at a relatively modest price point. It retails for £849 (about $1,080) and is currently on sale for £599 (≈$760). Featuring 20,000 Pa suction, a HydroJet...
This Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical Is the Perfect Military Throwback
Hamilton has launched the Khaki Field Mechanical 36, a faithful recreation of the 1970s FAPD 5101 issued to U.S. Air Force navigators. The 36 mm watch features an automatic H‑50 movement with an 80‑hour power reserve, 100 metres water resistance, and Super‑LumiNova X2 lume....
Gossamer Gear Takes on Leki and Black Diamond with Its Lightest Folding Trekking Poles Yet
Gossamer Gear has launched the FT3 Folding Trekking Poles, its first fully collapsible Z‑style model, weighing just 6.2 oz (176 g) and folding to 15 inches. The carbon‑fiber poles feature carbide tips, EVA grips and a single flip‑lock that adjusts length from 115 cm...
Formula E’s GEN4 Car Shows the Future of EVs with 335kph Speeds and 600kW Charging
Formula E unveiled its GEN4 race car for the 2026/27 season, capable of exceeding 335 kph and accelerating from 0‑200 kph in 4.4 seconds. The car introduces 600 kW ultra‑fast charging, a rare‑earth‑free battery and permanent all‑wheel drive, delivering up to 50% more power than...
DREO’s New Tower Fan Just Solved the Biggest Problem I Have with Misting Fans
DREO introduced its TurboCool Misting Fan line for summer 2026, featuring the tower‑style 765S and desktop 516S models that use TurboCool Ultra Mist technology to deliver a fine, cooling mist without wetting surfaces. The fans combine a multi‑stage airflow system...
Of All the Samsung Upgrades Coming Soon, This Could Literally Be the Smallest
Samsung unveiled that the upcoming Galaxy Z Fold 8 will feature a front‑camera cutout just 2.5 mm in diameter, down from the 3.7 mm hole on the Fold 7. The reduction is driven by a new lens‑module technology that trims the camera opening by...
Antigravity’s Latest Drone Update Mixes DJI-Style Safety with a Feature I’ve Never Seen Before
Antigravity has released the U3 firmware update for its A1 360º drone, adding omnidirectional obstacle avoidance, voice‑controlled commands, a third‑person virtual cockpit view, and AI‑enhanced Auto Edit tools. The safety upgrades let the drone detect and navigate around obstacles from...
Apple's Foldable iPhone Ultra Could Be an iPad Mini Replacement After All
Leaked schematics reveal Apple’s upcoming foldable, dubbed the iPhone Ultra, measures 167.59 mm by 120.59 mm when unfolded and about 9.23 mm thick when folded. The dimensions place it squarely between the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 and the iPad mini, suggesting a tablet‑sized...
Forget Wimbledon, This Acemate Robot Is the Tech that Could Get Me Back Into Tennis
Acemate unveiled its autonomous tennis robot, a mobile ball‑launcher that can fire up to 60 mph with spin and variable height. The device uses a 4K AI‑powered camera to track players, offers real‑time coaching data via a Bluetooth app, and even...
Hive Thermostat Review: Smart Heating Control that Tracks Your Spending
British Gas‑owned Hive offers a smart thermostat priced at $151 plus a $89 hub, with optional Hive+ analytics at $5 per month after a free year. The device installs via a certified professional and connects to the Hive Home app...
Love ASMR? These Sleep Earbuds ‘Whisper’ to Help You Fall Asleep
Japanese audio firm Final has introduced the ZE500 sleep earbuds, targeting ASMR enthusiasts. Priced at £69.98 (about $75) and discounted to £39.99 (≈$51) on Amazon, the earbuds deliver whisper‑like voice‑led audio while minimizing background noise. A patented ASMR Port relieves...
AI Is Coming for the Great Outdoors as AllTrails Teams up with Anthropic to Make Hike Planning Less Painful
AllTrails has partnered with Anthropic to embed its extensive trail database into the Claude chatbot, enabling users to plan hikes through natural‑language conversation. The feature works without opening the AllTrails app and does not require an AllTrails account, though linking...
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Chronograph 38mm Hands on – I Tested My Grail Watch and It Was Everything I Ever...
Audemars Piguet unveiled a 38 mm version of its iconic Royal Oak Chronograph at Watches and Wonders 2026, giving the brand’s flagship a wrist‑friendly size without compromising its bold aesthetic. The reviewer praised the Grande Tapisserie dial’s light‑play, the seamless integrated bracelet, and the overall wearability...
Want the Very Best Bluetooth Speakers? These Are Our Top 3 Picks for Any Budget
The article highlights three top Bluetooth speakers for different priorities: JBL Xtreme 4 for rugged durability with an IP67 rating, 24‑hour battery life and Auracast linking; Bose SoundLink Flex as the all‑rounder offering balanced sound, multi‑device connectivity and a competitive price; and...
Tapo’s New Smart Security Camera Packs PTZ and Dual Lenses Into a Tiny Design
TP‑Link has launched the Tapo C245D indoor smart security camera, a compact unit that houses two 2K lenses—a 122° wide‑angle lens and a 6 mm telephoto lens. It offers dual pan‑and‑tilt (340° pan, 70° tilt) and a new Synchronized Smart Tracking...
Your Eight Sleep Pod Just Got an AI Upgrade that Makes Better Sense of Your Sleep
Eight Sleep has upgraded its Autopilot feature with a new AI Sleep Agent that pulls daytime activity data from Apple Health and other health platforms. The agent uses this context to adjust mattress temperature, elevation, and other settings in real time,...
New Panerai Submersible Comes with a Three-Day Navy SEALs Experience and an Incredibly Rare Case Material
Panerai has launched the Submersible Navy SEALs Afniotech, a limited‑edition dive watch capped at 35 pieces and paired with a three‑day Navy SEAL‑inspired experience. The 47 mm case is made from Afniotech, an alloy of 95 % hafnium that is exceptionally rare...
Duux Just Launched the Fan of the Summer, and You Can Barely Hear It when It Gets Going
Duux has introduced the Whisper 3, an upgraded version of its popular Whisper fan, priced at £139.99 (about $175). The new model adds 26 speed settings, a natural‑wind mode, vertical and horizontal oscillation, and a night‑mode sound level of just 13 dB....
These New Watches From Eberhard & Co Are Vintage Perfection
Swiss watchmaker Eberhard & Co unveiled two vintage‑inspired collections at Geneva’s Watches and Wonders 2026. The Scafograf 200 MCMLIX is a 39 mm dive watch with 200 m water resistance, a Milanese mesh bracelet and classic 1950s styling. The Tazio Nuvolari chronograph revives the brand’s first racer‑named...
Beats Brings Back Its Sold-Out JENNIE Headphones in a Stealthy New Colour
Beats is reviving its popular Beats Solo 4 – JENNIE Special Edition, swapping last year’s sold‑out Ruby Red finish for an understated Onyx Black version. The limited‑edition headphones launch on April 24 with exclusive black bows, UltraPlush cushions featuring JENNIE‑inspired symbols, and a matching...
Dyson PencilWash Review: A Slim, Lightweight Electric Mop that Has a Little Problem
Dyson’s new PencilWash is a slim, 2.2 kg electric mop that forgoes suction in favor of a self‑propelling roller and a 300 ml water tank. Priced at $349.99 in the U.S., it sits in the premium tier alongside cordless wet‑dry vacuums that...
This Logitech Gaming Mouse Is Unlike Any Tech I've Ever Used –It's Completely Wild
Logitech unveiled the G Pro X2 Superstrike, a premium gaming mouse that swaps traditional mechanical clicks for a haptic inductive trigger system. The sensor‑based buttons deliver adjustable click travel and feedback through the G Hub app, letting users fine‑tune actuation depth for different game...
Dyson Supersonic Nural Review: The Most Intelligent Hair Dryer Yet
Dyson introduced the Supersonic Nural in 2024 as the next‑generation version of its iconic hair dryer, priced at $499.99 in the United States and roughly $512 in the United Kingdom. The device adds intelligent sensors that power Scalp Protect Mode,...
YETI Just Discounted 75 Products on Its Website but only a Few Are Worth Your Attention
YETI has launched a seasonal sale covering 75 items, with discounts ranging from 20% to 30% and a $101 price cut on the Hopper M15 soft cooler. The most compelling offers include 20% off both sizes of the Ranchero backpacks and...
Forget Apple Intelligence, Google Just Stealth Upgraded Your Mac
Google has released a native macOS version of its Gemini AI assistant, available for download from gemini.google/mac. The app integrates directly into the Mac desktop, launching via the Option + Space shortcut and offering context‑aware responses by reading the screen. Gemini can...
I've Been Playing Nintendo's Weirdest Switch 2 Gameever –and I'm Not Sure I Get It, to Be Honest
Nintendo revived its off‑beat Tomodachi Life franchise with "Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream" on the Switch 2, delivering a quirky life‑simulation where players manage up to 70 highly customizable Miis. The game leans heavily on humor generated by random dialogues, evolving...