Author: Press Room

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…

When Lego first showed me Smart Play in action at CES 2026, my immediate reaction was pretty simple: this feels magical. Not techy. Not attention-grabbing. Just… fun in the way Lego usually is when it’s at its best. That magic has been a long time coming. According to Tom Donaldson, SVP at Lego’s Creative Play Lab, the idea of Smart Play dates back around eight years. The first concept emerged then, but turning that idea into something kids could actually play with took far longer. “The really hard technical development probably started about six years ago,” he explains. “Then, a…

When Lego first showed me Smart Play in action at CES 2026, my immediate reaction was pretty simple: this feels magical. Not techy. Not attention-grabbing. Just… fun in the way Lego usually is when it’s at its best. That magic has been a long time coming. According to Tom Donaldson, SVP at Lego’s Creative Play Lab, the idea of Smart Play dates back around eight years. The first concept emerged then, but turning that idea into something kids could actually play with took far longer. “The really hard technical development probably started about six years ago,” he explains. “Then, a…

CES 2026 promised the latest and greatest tech, and boy, did it deliver. up in Las Vegas, and what a show it’s been. From stunning TVs to swanky laptops, smart scales, contorting screens, and more, this year’s innovations will leave plenty to look forward to as the year progresses. Our dedicated – and jetlagged – team has been everywhere – from the cavernous main halls to secretive demo rooms – seeking out the very best products from the show. With that in mind, said, let’s dive into the tech that’s set to define this year. These are our CES Awards…

Audio gear tends to be expensive, and the words “cheap” and “audiophile” often don’t go hand in hand. Premium wireless earbuds typically go for around $250, with flagship over-ears retailing for double that figure. However, that’s only scratching the surface, because sub-$1,000 headphones, earbuds, studio monitors, and in-ear monitors are cheap in terms of audiophile-grade hardware. These standout audio products from renowned brands are now being challenged by budget Chinese startups. As with any type of cheap audio gear, it’s important to keep expectations reasonable. These earbuds and in-ear monitors (IEMs) from Chinese brands have become colloquially known as “Chi-Fi”…

I didn’t expect to be grinning like an eight-year-old in the middle of CES at the Las Vegas Convention Centre. But there I was, on a noisy CES show floor, crouched over a Lego Star Wars X-wing, making engine noises under my breath. Not for show. The bricks were doing it back. This was my first proper hands-on with Lego Smart Play, and more specifically, the new Lego Smart Brick. Lego says this is one of the biggest evolutions in its system since the minifigure. That’s a bold claim. After playing with it for a good while, I can see…

Every day in 2025, millions of shoppers scroll past businesses with empty review sections, silently questioning their credibility. Yet the fix lies not in begging, but in understanding the human mind. BrightLocal’s 2025 Local Consumer Review Survey reveals that 68 per cent of customers will leave a Google review when asked personally, while Trustmary’s meta-analysis shows compliance soaring to 72 per cent when the request feels effortless. These figures expose a psychological truth: people crave reciprocity, consistency, and ease. Master these three forces—drawn from decades of research by Robert Cialdini and others—and a 30-second ask becomes a five-star pipeline. The…

Most employees in the UK see a tax code printed on their payslip, P60 or P45—but few actually understand what it means. Yet this seemingly simple set of numbers and letters determines how much tax you pay, whether you’re receiving the correct personal allowance, or if HMRC believes you owe additional tax. For many, especially those with multiple incomes, benefits in kind, or pension income, the tax code silently adjusts their take-home pay each month. Understanding it is the first step to ensuring your employer or pension provider is deducting the right amount of tax—not too much, not too little.…

Prana recuperators are modern ventilation systems that provide a constant flow of fresh air into the premises and exhaust stale air, while retaining heat. They help create a comfortable microclimate in a house, apartment, or office, preventing the appearance of mold, mildew, and condensation. Prana 150: The most popular model. Smallest hole diameter and lowest performance, ideal for small rooms or offices up to 20 m²; Prana 200 G: Performance is approximately the same as the Prana 150, but with an increased diameter, which increases the heat exchanger area and, as a result, improves heat exchange. A short base (up…

In a field traditionally dominated by men, women are steadily making their mark as leaders in the oil industry. Industry leader, Gaurav Srivastava, is one such advocate for recognizing and celebrating the achievements of female executives who navigate the complexities of this challenging sector. Srivastava believes that fostering diverse leadership is crucial for success in the ever-evolving oil and gas landscape. “The industry needs to embrace the unique perspectives and talents women bring,” he asserts, highlighting their increasing presence across all levels of management, from technical roles to executive positions. His dedication to female leadership is evident through its various initiatives…