Author: Press Room

I played Resident Evil Requiem on a laptop, gaming PC and Steam Deck. Only one kept me coming back

I’m not surprised Resident Evil Requiem is the new fastest-selling game in a franchise that’s been scaring gamers for three decades, having shifted a staggering six million copies in under a month since launch; for me the big shock is how I’ve preferred to play the survival horror epic. The games console plugged into my living room TV? Gathering dust like a decaying Racoon City shambler. Instead I’ve been bouncing between a laptop, PC and Steam Deck handheld. It’s given me some perspective on the performance versus convenience debate, even if the one I gravitated the most to didn’t exactly…

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Best gaming headsets in 2026 reviewed and rated

Looking for the best gaming headset? We’ve tested more pairs than we can count, and we know what separates a decent set from one that really enhances your play. Here you’ll find our favourite wired and wireless models, covering a range of budgets. Sure, you could stick with your TV speakers or a basic pair of headphones, but a proper gaming headset changes the experience. In multiplayer, it can give you a real advantage by letting you hear enemies before they appear. In single-player, it adds depth and immersion, pulling you further into the world on screen. Most of our…

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I found a hidden live TV section on my smart TV that I’d been missing for years

Like many of us, I have always used my smart TV with apps I installed myself, including the usual suspects, Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, HBO, Spotify, etc., and have to admit I never gave much thought to anything that might have come preinstalled. Lately, however, I have experienced streaming burnout, and I’ve been seeking Live TV alternatives for casual entertainment, such as Tubi, Pluto TV, and Plex. What I didn’t realize was that many manufacturers, including Samsung, LG, Sony, Hisense, TCL, Philips, and Toshiba, offer built-in free live TV channels via proprietary platforms, with no subscriptions and no setup required.…

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Every new Rolex in 2026 ranked and reviewed – which are the watches worthy of your wrist?

Rolex launched seven new watches at Watches and Wonders 2026. I’ve now had the chance to see and handle all of them in the metal. Here’s my verdict, ranked from favourite to least favourite. 1. Oyster Perpetual 36 – Jubilee motif dial This is my pick of the collection. I wasn’t sure what to expect from the press images, but in person it’s completely charming and joyful. The dial carries the Rolex name repeated across its surface in ten contrasting colours, referencing the Jubilee motif first introduced in the late 1970s. It sounds like it could be too much, and…

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Best budget tablets in 2026 for outstanding value

Tablets have become go-to gadgets for a lot of people, sitting neatly between a phone and a laptop. The good news? You don’t need to splash out on a flagship model to get something worthwhile. Today’s budget tablets pack in sharp screens, solid performance, and plenty of features for far less money. Whether you’re after a device for streaming, gaming on the go, reading, or light work, there’s a wallet-friendly option out there. It wasn’t always like this. Early budget tablets often felt like a compromise – slow processors, flimsy builds, and a bare-bones app selection. But things have moved…

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Every new Tudor watch in 2026 ranked and reviewed – the winners, losers, and big surprises

Tudor launched six new watches at Watches and Wonders 2026, and having spent time with all, here’s my verdict of them all. It’s a safe, sensible and commercial collection from Tudor – and that’s no bad bad thing. Tudor has made meaningful upgrades fans have been asking for, and there isn’t a weak watch in the lineup. The biggest surprise was the absence of the long-rumoured Big Block Chrono, though word on the ground suggests it could arrive at a separate event later in the year. Here’s every new Tudor, reviewed and ranked. Black Bay 58 This is my favourite Tudor launch of 2026.…

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This freestanding party starter is the smart light I didn’t know my garden needed

I’m pretty sure Govee won’t rest until every last inch of my house and garden are covered in colour-changing LEDs. The smart light specialist’s latest effort doesn’t even need to take up permanent residence: it’s a freestanding installation that can jazz up any corner of your yard, no drills or ladders required. The Govee Lightwall, which is on sale in the US right now for $450, has what the firm says is the industry’s highest LED density: a whopping 1536 RGBIC bulbs cover a 6.2×8.5m area, giving you a 32×48 pixel grid that can be customised with all sorts of…

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The most bingeable Disney+ shows of 2026 so far

All our picks from the platform that brings Disney, Marvel, Star Wars and more to your living room The House of Mouse entered the streaming space five years ago and since then it hasn’t messed about. Disney+ is now a major streaming service with over 150 million users and plenty of stuff for those subscribers to get their teeth into – including loads of glorious Ultra HD content for 4K TV owners. Despite being a relative TV-on-demand newbie compared to Netflix and Prime Video, Disney+ is crammed with great entertainment, from animated classics to Pixar, Star Wars and the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Disney’s…

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Govee’s Outdoor Chromatic String Lights will get my garden ready for summer party season

Was this weekend your first chance to finally ditch the winter wardrobe and enjoy some long-awaited sunshine? For those of us in the Northern Hemisphere starting to see trees blossom back into life and temperatures rise, summer feels right around the corner – something Govee wants to help you take full advantage of with its latest set of smart lights. The Outdoor Chromatic String Lights aren’t your regular festoon lights: Govee says they’re first of their kind with per-bulb rainbow effects, for transforming your garden, patio, balcony or pergola into a 24/7 colourful hangout. Launching as 10- and 20-light strings,…

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There are 3 great superhero shows on TV right now, but one takes the top spot

Ever since Iron Man stormed into cinemas in 2008, superheroes have had a non-stop presence on the big and small screens. But rarely have we been in a situation like this, where there are three terrific superhero shows all running at the same time that all offer something different. Those shows are Daredevil: Born Again, currently running its second season on Disney+; Invincible, currently running its fourth season on Prime Video; and The Boys, currently running its fifth and final season, also on Prime Video. Which of these series you like best comes down to taste, but having all three…

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