Author: Press Room

If you’ve ever owned a OnePlus flagship phone then you’ll be familiar with the alert slider – it’s an easy way to switch the phone into silent when it’s in your pocket and it’s always been a feature I’m surprised more Android phone makers didn’t adopt. Now though, the button has been axed, starting with the OnePlus 13s which will be available in India after a 5 June launch. This phone isn’t coming to the US or Europe, though it will have implications for countries outside India since it’s the first OnePlus phone to replace the Alert Slider with a…

Despite people harping on about it (which does get rather annoying), we do need to find more sustainable energy sources. Solar, nuclear, wind, and the rest are great – all with their own benefits, uses, and disadvantages. But what about for smaller devices that don’t need so much power – like your outdoor smart home lights? That’s what Nova Innova is working on with its microbe-powered energy sources. The tech is still very much in its early days, but gives us a glimpse at what future smart home gadgets could look like. And there’s potential for the tech to go…

When you think of Dyson, your brain probably jumps straight to sleek, pricey dirt-suckers. But somewhere along the way, Dyson also became a posh fan brand. You’ll no doubt recognise the original bladeless Dyson Cool fan. But did you know it’s now 16 years old? After years of letting its fan line coast while it flirted with air purifiers, straighteners and air-purifying headphones (yeah, remember those?), Dyson’s gone back to its roots. The new CF1 fan is a big upgrade to Dyson’s bladeless fan and it looks great. The Dyson Cool CF1 is a full-on refresh of its original bladeless…

Summary The Internet Archive is a time capsule preserving websites, movies, TV shows, books, games, and music history from decades past. There’s an extensive library of classic films, TV shows, books, and vintage games at your fingertips for free exploration. The platform offers a vast collection of rare concert recordings, radio shows, obscure albums, and spoken word archives for music enthusiasts. With the internet overflowing with streaming platforms, social media, and curated content, I almost missed the Internet Archive. This digital time capsule preserves the past, offering a treasure trove of entertainment that many of us are overlooking. A Record…

Cord-cutters, rejoice! There’s never been a better time to cancel your cable TV contract and replace it with one of the best streaming services, thereby getting your entertainment fix supplied as and when you want it. TV shows, documentaries and movies, on-demand and available on almost any device you could imagine. Dancing to the capricious tune of the major networks’ scheduling fiddle is no longer necessary. Now you’re in charge. That being said, the range of streaming choices on offer can be quite daunting. If you sign up for them all, you’ll likely end up spending more than you did…

If Spotify’s discovery algorithm has felt a little off to you lately, you’re not alone. Thankfully, the streaming giant is aware of the issue and is testing new ways of fixing it. Your Genre-Based Playlists Are About to Improve Reddit user kwabb over on the r/truspotify subreddit discovered a few options in their Spotify-generated R&B genre mix. These options included more discovery options and several sub-genres of music, like: Alternative R&B Neo Soul Pop R&B Spotify’s genre playlists are often customized to what the app thinks you’d like to listen to. However, these recommendations can be hit or miss at…

The Sony WH-1000XM6 headphones aren’t designed for audio obsessives. At least, not exclusively. They’re also made for commuters, remote workers, casual gamers, frequent flyers, and anyone who wants great sound — and noise cancellation — with minimal faff. And it’s precisely this versatility that makes them interesting. Because, as it turns out, they weren’t easy to make. At a press event held at Sony’s slick 5020 Studios in Madrid, the company pulled back the curtain on how the WH-1000XM6 came to be. What emerged was a picture of a product shaped as much by collaboration, restraint, and problem-solving as by…

How we scoffed when people suggested the iPhone would one day be a leading games platform. Had they not seen how rubbish mobile phone games were? Had they not noticed the iPhone was bereft of a D-pad and buttons? The fools! Only things didn’t turn out as expected. Enterprising developers flipped everything on its head – shortcomings regarding tactile controls becamrae benefits in terms of using new touch and tilt capabilities. Games became increasingly immersive as you interacted directly with content, ushering in new experiences through no longer being able to rely on traditional controls. And then the iPad did…

So you’ve decided to invite Amazon’s smart assistant into your home? How hospitable. Smart speakers are all very well, but if you’d like Alexa’s smarts inside a smart display, this is the list you need: we’ve tested every Echo Show in Amazon’s line-up, to help you pick your perfect smart home device. If you’d prefer an Echo that’s audio-only, be sure to check out our list of the best Amazon Echo speakers. But if you’re after touch controls, video calls and visual entertainment, it’s an Echo Show you need. And with three styles and four sizes to choose from, you…

Welcome to our guide to the best UK streaming service for you. There’s a streaming service out there for everyone. Horror fans can flock to Shudder, Mubi caters to the independent cinema crowd and BritBox has old episodes of Grange Hill. If you’re in the US, check out our guide to the best US streaming service In a crowded field, it’s difficult to know which streaming platform is right for you. Netflix still reigns supreme numbers-wise (just), but Amazon Prime Video is more affordable. Disney+ is the home of masked superheroes and Cinderella, but Apple TV+ comes with a bunch…