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Lexus has gotten exceptional mileage out of the ES. Now in its eighth generation, the mid-level sedan is back with an all-new look and an electric powertrain that is wonderfully refined. Buyers in the US will be able to choose between hybrid or fully electric, while in the UK the single motor 350e model is the only car on offer. There may be the possibility of a dual motor 500e variant arriving if people shout loudly enough. Big executive saloon options like this are reasonably limited and predominantly German, with the likes of the BMW i5, Audi S6 e-tron and…

Whether you’re a digital nomad, a frequent flyer, or just someone who likes to stay connected on the go, the right travel backpack makes all the difference. Recently, travel bags have evolved beyond simple storage – they now offer built-in power banks, RFID-blocking pockets, smart tracking, and even expandable compartments that adapt to your trip. But with so many options, how do you find the perfect one? This guide breaks down the best travel backpacks of the year, focusing on those designed for laptops, tech gear, and all your essentials. We’ve considered everything from durability and comfort to security features…

The Porsche sounds angry. Loud. All around me. I’m coming up to another corner at Brands Hatch, willing myself to focus, when the track disappears. I’m back on the gravel, and everything shakes. I worry about dropping my phone as I hear stones scattering en route to the barrier. This would be an expensive afternoon if the Porsche 992 GT3 – or any of the damage – were real. Thankfully, I’m ‘only’ strapped into a professional sim racing rig. What could it possibly cost? £40,000? Oh. I’d better be careful then. I crash out more than once, of course. I…

Apple introduced iPhone Mirroring in 2024, when it also first revealed Apple Intelligence. Unsurprisingly, Apple Intelligence was the focus of that WWDC (even though back then we didn’t know we’d have to wait two years for the big Siri promise to be delivered), but iPhone Mirroring was the star. Being able to see what is happening on your iPhone on your Mac screen without having to get your iPhone out means you can see notifications or send a quick reply to a message without losing 25 minutes to Instagram. But since its launch, the iPhone Mirroring window has been stuck…

Slim TVs might look slick on your living room wall, but they don’t leave much space for speakers. And if there’s one way to ruin movie night, it’s with disappointing audio. Don’t fancy filling your room with surround sound speakers? These contenders for the title of best soundbar deliver beefy bass, room-filling volume and clarity that won’t leave you reading subtitles – all from a single bar that sits neatly beneath your TV. So, you don’t need a fleet of separates to sort out your subpar sound. Better yet, you don’t have to drop thousands to give your ears an…

It’s the first rule of courier’s law: you spend all day tracking the progress of your package, only for the driver to arrive the moment you take a quick trip to the facilities. Caught short and can’t dash to the door? Put an end to failed deliveries with the best wireless video doorbells which you can extend with a mesh network should you need. And you can team them with a smart speaker. From interactive smartphone alerts to intelligent package recognition, the top connected doorbells can make missed callers a thing of the past. Stick one beside your portal for…

When Apple announced the Apple Watch Ultra 4 and the Series 12 smartwatches one of the headline-grabbing new features was the introduction of Readiness scores. These scores, generated from an array of health and fitness Watch stats, aim to simply tell you whether you’re in good shape to tackle a busy day, tick off a tough workout at the gym or maybe you should be kind to yourself and your body and take a well-deserved rest. Unfortunately, those new scores are only available on Apple’s latest watches. That’s because they’re closely tied to Apple’s new health sensing system. If this…

There’s hidden detail in your favourite songs and the best DACs are here to help you hear it. Whether you’re streaming on Spotify or curating your MP3 archive, a DAC is a digital-to-analogue converter that converts digital files to analogue sound waves your ears can hear. Most audio devices have one built-in already, but if you’re a keen-eared listener looking to sonically upgrade the best noise-cancelling headphones, these DACs below have the power to amp up the detail, bass and volume. From pocket-sized solutions to bigger desktop DACs, these plug-in babies are a real treat for the ears. If you’re…

Remember when the rumour mill cranked up in earnest about Apple Silicon? Although Apple Silicon had long nestled inside of iPhones and iPads, this was different, because Cupertino was about to give Intel its marching orders. Apple commentators narrowed their eyes at leaked numbers from upcoming Apple laptops and desktops, pulling expressions of deep scepticism to the degree they experienced severe muscle strain. Yet when they finally got their hands on those early Apple M1 Macs, their eyes popped out so far that it was all they could do to stop them trundling off on a little adventure of their own. I was one such…

We’ve all experienced it. You’ve wrapped up a conversation with a friend or loved one, only to have an advert about the exact thing you were talking about appear the next time you scroll through Instagram or watch a YouTube video. Big coincidence or tech world conspiracy? I’m afraid I don’t have the answer – but if we’re already assuming our gadgets are snooping in to every word we say, why fret over ones that are upfront about their listening habits? First, Meta’s new Audio AI Glasses asked whether removing the camera was enough to shake the “pervert glasses” label.…