First Impressions By bringing its superpowered flagship to more regions, including Europe and the UK, Xiaomi is offering a real alternative to those who want to spend over £1000 on an Android phone. This Xiaomi 14 Ultra ticks just about all the boxes, with a mouthwatering 1-inch main camera with variable aperture, an optional camera […]
First Impressions The Xiaomi 14 has a lot going for it, from a fascinating camera system to an overall size smaller than most of the best Android phones in 2024. Three rear cameraTriple 50MP sensors sit on the back of the Xiaomi 14 Leica colour profilesLeica-inspired colour profiles and filters in the camera app Introduction […]
Verdict An E Ink tablet that is a more open, and pretty compelling, alternative to the Kindle Scribe and ReMarkable tablets. That openness comes with compromises in battery life and ease of use, though, and it’s important not to expect too much from the colour screen. Pros Has a sharp colour E-Ink screen Good subscription-free […]
Verdict Content creators, podcasters and multimedia journalists in need of a portable and easy-to-use mic setup with excellent audio quality should give the DJI Mic 2 a close look. There are certainly cheaper options available (including, while stocks last, the original DJI Mic), but the Mic 2’s high-quality audio, user-friendliness and effective noise cancellation go […]
Verdict The Garmin Forerunner 165 delivers some excellent features for runners in a package that’s easy to wear and long-lasting. With accurate heart rate monitoring and GPS in tow, too, it becomes a superb option for beginners and intermediates – even if adding music support ensures some of that value is lost. Pros Superb AMOLED […]
Verdict The Samsung Galaxy S24 Plus remains a solid all-rounder with a premium design, great screen, and powerful processor alongside new elements like Galaxy AI and an extended software promise, but it’s very similar to the S23 Plus, and the camera setup in particular needs some TLC. Pros Galaxy AI is genuinely useful Larger, faster […]
Verdict The full-colour paper-like screen of the TCL 40 Nxtpaper signals a big win for the budget smartphone maker. If a slightly faster chip and a screen toggle button make it into a successor, it could become a very easy recommendation for a much wider audience. Pros Great screen gimmick Very affordable Fast-charging Cons A […]
Verdict The OnePlus 12R harks back to the brand’s former devices with both positive and negative consequences. There’s a focus on performance and the spec list certainly impresses for the price. However there’s some of the negative bits of OnePlus’ past included too, including a very mid-range camera array. Pros The screen is great Good […]
Verdict The Samsung Galaxy A14 5G remains a solid affordable all-rounder in early 2024 with reassuring stamina, a solid screen, a decent main camera and a long-term software promise. However, its performance is somewhat sluggish, as is its charging speed, and you’ll find various upgrades from the newer Galaxy A15 5G. Pros Solid 50MP main […]
Verdict The Porsche Design edition of the Honor Magic V2 is one of the best-looking foldables on the market right now. There are drawbacks, like the last-gen hardware and the inevitable high price point, but it’s a delight to live with and performs with the best of them. It’s a luxurious experience, and those don’t […]
