Verdict The Kobo Elipsa 2E is another strong pick for the platform-agnostic or anti-Amazon eBook consumer. Its large, clear screen is great for reading, while the Kobo Stylus 2 and accompanying software make for a useful note-taking tool. Pros Extensive file support Dropbox, OverDrive and Pocket support Powerful handwriting recognition Ability to annotate your eBooks […]
First Impressions With an attractive design, a particularly capable main camera, a fast 144Hz display and 68W TurboCharge capabilities, there’s not a lot to dislike about the £529 Motorola Edge 40. Premium 6.55-inch displayWhile slightly smaller than some competitors, the pOLED display boasts key specs including HDR10+ certification and a rapid 144Hz refresh rate. Fast […]
Verdict The Garmin Forerunner 265s is a great multisports watch with an even lovelier display than the 255, but that screen and some other software extras do come at significantly greater price. Pros Vibrant and high quality AMOLED display Solid sports tracking performance Still strong battery life Cons It’s more expensive than 255 No cheaper […]
Verdict The Kobo Clara 2E is a considerable improvement over the Clara HD, with a fine E Ink display, a high-quality waterproof design, and Bluetooth for audiobook support. It’s not the strongest or most consistent when it comes to performance, and it’s a shame there’s no cloud support, but this is arguably Kobo’s pound-for-pound eReader […]
First Impressions The OnePlus Pad presents an interesting prospect against competitors like the entry-level iPad, but its cost will be the key factor as to whether or not it becomes a success. 7:5 screen ratio:The first tablet to carry the ratio 144Hz refresh rate:Designed for smoother scrolling Dolby Atmos and Dolby Vision compatible:Designed to boost […]
Verdict While it won’t be appreciated by everyone, the Remarkable 2’s simplicity and scaled back approach make it easily accessible and a joy to use for note-taking and brainstorming. Pros Distraction free writing experience Simple but elegant UI Large screen that’s easy to read in good conditions Cons Limited feature set compared to the competition […]
Verdict The hardware is solid, but a reliance on patchy Huawei software means the MatePad can’t realistically compete with Samsung or Apple alternatives. Pros Excellent screen Super-slim Huawei makes a quality keyboard accessory Good speakers Cons Plastic build may not cut it at this price No access to Google Play or Google apps App library […]
Verdict The Vivomove Trend fits in well with Garmin’s other hybrid smartwatches, offering a nice design and useful fitness, health and smartwatch features but it feels too close in price to the Vivomove Style, which offers more battery in watch mode and an AMOLED display. Pros Great look Well integrated digital display Impressive array of […]
Verdict The Asus ROG Phone 7 Ultimate is a beast of a gaming phone, with rapid performance, booming speakers and cutting-edge features. But while this is an excellent phone in its own right, I’m not convinced there’s enough of an upgrade to justify the extra cost compared to the standard Asus ROG Phone 7. Pros […]
Verdict The Honor Band 7 is a very minor upgrade on a budget fitness tracker that still offers good features for the price, but doesn’t push the boundaries of what is already on offer at that rate. Pros Good features for the price Nice display and battery performance Easy to use Cons Still no onboard […]
