Author: Press Room

I bought a portable cassette player in 2025, and I love it

Of the vintage physical media formats making a comeback, CDs and vinyl records are the most popular, and for good reason. Vinyl is enticing and collectible, with limited-edition variants and colored discs, and there’s something incredibly satisfying about creating sound by running a needle through a groove. On the flip side, CDs are a higher-quality format with practical advantages, including their smaller size. But what if there was a format that combined the analog nature of vinyl with the portability of CDs? Cassette tapes fit the bill, and while they’re absolutely nothing new, they came with major barriers to entry…

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Best robot lawn mower in 2026 for hassle-free mowing

Looking for the best robot lawn mower? You are? Good. You’re in the right place. Whether you detest manual labour or simply don’t have the time to meticulously manage your lawn, there’s no shame in picking up a robot lawn mower to help make your life go that little bit smoother. Some will work with your smart speaker, too. We’ve rounded up a selection of the best auto mowers below, including traditional ones that require laying down a boundary wire (to prevent them from rolling off into the sunset), and more high-tech versions which make use of fancy GPS, cameras,…

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Don’t buy a budget projector until you check for these 3 fatal flaws

Projectors sound great on paper. You get a much larger screen, a far more immersive experience, and lately, a much more digestible price tag. You might regret buying a smart TV after spending hundreds, if not thousands, on one, but that cheap projector on Amazon that costs less than $100 seems like a much safer bet. The truth is, depending on what you’re looking for, these budget projectors can actually be great. That said, good projectors cost a lot more, and for good reason. Budget projectors make some compromises that can render them useless if you’re not keeping your expectations…

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I write about watches for a living, and these are my trend predictions for 2026

The world of watches is constantly ticking forward, with every year bringing fresh innovations, revivals, and trends that surprise even the most seasoned collectors. As 2025 winds down, that tune is getting pretty clear. I saw it at launches, in brand briefings, and at Dubai Watch Week, where the industry tends to loosen its tie and show its hand a little early. So here it is. My watch trend predictions for 2026, based not on hype, but on what brands are already quietly betting on. Stone dials are only getting started Stone dials aren’t new. We’ve seen plenty of them…

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What is Apple Fitness+? Your guide to the iPhone or Apple Watch-based workout subscription

Remember the saying “An apple a day keeps the doctor away”? Well, Apple Fitness+ is just like that in absolutely no way whatsoever. But, it is a fitness subscription designed to whip you into shape alongside your smartwatch, so that’ll help keep the doctors away. A far cry from the iPhone, Apple Fitness+ aims to get you sweating. Whether you’re a fitness fanatic or don’t know your dumbbells from your barbells, Fitness+ has a workout for you to get involved in. But what exactly is the feature, and how does it work? What is Apple Fitness+? Fitness+ is Apple’s workout…

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Best dive watch in 2026, including Rolex, Tudor, Omega and more

A great dive watch is more than just a timekeeper – it’s a symbol of adventure, ambition, and precision engineering. Built to handle extreme underwater conditions, they feature high water resistance, luminous dials, and unidirectional rotating bezels. Once tools for professionals, they’re now everyday icons, valued as much for their rugged charm as their functionality. Today’s dive watches span the spectrum. Luxury models boast deep-sea capabilities and flawless craftsmanship, while more affordable options still meet professional standards with solid water resistance and dependable automatic movements. Whether you’re a diver, an outdoor adventurer, or simply someone who loves a well-built timepiece,…

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Power up your Apple Watch for 2026 with these essential tips and tricks

Got a new Apple Watch? Or just keen to get the most out of your existing one? These essential tips and tricks will get you started, from learning the basics of how your Apple Watch works through to the ins and outs of the best new watchOS 26 features. Tip-top top tips Got other Apple gear you want to master? Check out our iOS 26 tips, iPadOS 26 tips and macOS 26 Tahoe tips. Get started with these Apple Watch tips Button up It’s well worth learning all the various functions accessed by manipulating the digital crown and side button in different ways: Digital Crown: click…

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15 Stephen King adaptations that don’t suck (and where to stream them)

No living author has had more of their work adapted for the screen than Stephen King. If it weren’t for William Shakespeare, you could expand that to “living or dead.” There are good Stephen King adaptations and terrible Stephen King adaptations. There are adaptations that have become iconic and others you’ve never heard of. Today we’re focusing on some of the best. 11.22.63 (2016) Every boomer’s fantasy comes to life This Hulu miniseries is about a teacher (James Franco) who is given the opportunity to go back in time and prevent the assassination of President John F. Kennedy. As long…

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I disabled this Spotify setting and my music instantly sounded better

Streaming services crossed the hurdle of delivering CD-quality tracks to subscribers, but lossless audio is one of many optional settings that can drastically affect how your music actually sounds. By default, the audio quality of music streamed on popular platforms — even those that offer lossless formats as an option — simply isn’t that great. However, if you’re enabling lossless quality without changing any other settings, you may be missing out on an even better listening experience. Volume normalization is a tool popularized by Spotify, and now, Apple Music is the only major streaming service that doesn’t offer it. The…

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Best budget TV in 2026 for wallet-friendly viewing

You don’t need to spend a fortune to get a decent television these days. The best budget TVs have come a long way, with many offering sharp 4K resolution, built-in smart features, and surprisingly decent picture quality for the money. Whether you’re kitting out a spare room, upgrading your living room setup on the cheap, or just want something reliable without the frills of the top premium TVs, there are plenty of solid options out there. But not all affordable TVs are created equal. Some models make smart compromises – trimming fancy extras to focus on the stuff that really…

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