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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…

So much choice, so little time. So to help you out here’s our list of the best movies and TV shows on Netflix UK Video-streaming service Netflix gives you a vast number of films, TV shows and documentaries to choose from. But with so much choice of UK streaming services out there, you may find yourself spending the entire evening shuffling through the selections in a vain hope of picking something suitable. Then realising you no longer have any time left to actually watch anything. The paralysis of choice, indeed! Never fear. We’ve rifled through the Netflix catalogue to bring you…

Introduction Simplicity. That sums up the cute little Leapmotor T03 city car in one word. And, when it comes to EVs, being able to get in, press the accelerator and just go is one of the best things about them. The Leapmotor T03 is just such a car, with very little to figure out or set up and not an awful lot to explore either inside or out. The no-fuss small car is one of several new vehicles from Leapmotor, which is a Chinese brand that falls under the giant Stellantis umbrella. Keeping the simplistic vibe going is the price,…

Let me get straight to the point: I don’t miss mowing the lawn. Not even a little bit. For the past month, I’ve handed the job over to a robot – the Sunseeker Elite X5, to be precise – and it’s been quietly transforming my garden into something that looks professionally maintained. After four weeks, I’m convinced. I’m never going back to pushing a mower again. Setup was surprisingly simple I assumed it would be a bit of a faff (I’ve reviewed some of the best robot lawnmowers in the past, and it’s not been simple), some sort of elaborate…

It’s enough to make you start scrolling through soundbar deals if you think your TV’s speakers are a lost cause. But before you throw money into one, it’s worth trying a few tweaks here and there on your smart TV to squeeze out better sound than you thought was possible. 5 Test Different TV Placements to Hear What Works James Bruce / MakeUseOf Don’t be the person who just plunks their TV down wherever there happens to be a power outlet; otherwise, you won’t get the best sound out of it. To find the best placement, run this quick test:…