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Honor’s eye tracking is impressive, but don’t expect a Vision Pro rival soon
Eye tracking is coming to the new Magic 6 Pro and works well, but Honor’s CEO has confirmed it has no plans for a VR headset
Opinion
My favourite product at MWC 2024 is an accessory!
Much to my surprise, the thing I want the most at Mobile World Congress is the Photography Kit from Xiaomi
News
Qualcomm's new Wi-Fi system could be the future of device connectivity
The FastConnect 7900 is designed to improve smartphone proximity awareness with other devices, allowing you to seamlessly move between them
News
Everything Xiaomi announced at MWC 2024
By far the biggest launch event of MWC in terms of the number of products, Xiaomi went all out in Barcelona
Opinion
24 hours with the Xiaomi 14: The good and the bad
After some time spent with the Xiaomi 14, here are four things I love and one thing I don't about the new flagship handset
Opinion
The Honor Magic 6 Pro’s cameras are the real deal
Honor’s flagship phone boasts incredible camera specs across five lenses, and early signs regarding its real-world performance are very promising
Best Picks
The best controllers for iPhone and Android 2024
Want to take your mobile gaming experience to the next level? Here are the best dedicated controllers for your smartphone
Reviews
Oppo Find X7 Ultra review
This flagship phone offers the complete package from top-tier photography to blazing-fast performance, but you’ll probably never get your hands on one
Updated
Samsung's One UI 6.1 update is rolling out to compatible devices soon
One UI 6.1 brings the Galaxy AI features from the S24 range to older devices, but not all recent handsets will get it
Best Picks
Best budget gaming headsets 2024
You don't need to break the bank when buying a gaming headset – here are 10 amazing headsets for less than £100/$100
Reviews
Samsung Galaxy A25 5G review
Effectively a Galaxy A34 at a lower price, the Galaxy A25 5G is one of Samsung's best budget phones to date…but it's not perfect
Reviews
Motorola Moto G34 5G review
Low cost doesn't have to mean low quality, as Motorola proves with its G34 5G. Yours for under £150
Deal
Get up to $750 off the Galaxy S24 Ultra with incredible trade-in offer
Samsung's latest flagship is the best smartphone available right now, and you can get it for as little as $550 when you trade in your old phone
News
Exclusive: Realme confirms exit from UK phone market
The company has confirmed to Tech Advisor that sales and marketing in the UK are 'on hold', but left a glimmer of hope on a potential return
Best Picks
The best basic phones 2024
Whether you only need something for calls and texts or want a break from your smartphone, there are some great basic phones around
Updated
OnePlus 12R review
The tweaks are subtle and the feel is familiar, but the OnePlus 12R offers a compelling almost-flagship package
Updated
The flagship OnePlus 12 and cheaper 12R are both on sale now
OnePlus has brought its more affordable 12R to the US and UK for the first time, though the high-end 12 is more expensive than last year
Reviews
Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro vs Pro+: Which is the better buy?
The two most expensive phones in the Redmi Note 13 range are still relatively affordable, but there are a few key differences…including the price
Updated
Nokia G22 review
The Nokia G22 has a build that can be torn apart and put back together by the average Joe, but will it stand the test of time?
Reviews
Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro+ review
The most expensive Redmi Note 13 phone promises a lot for not much money. But does it deliver, or are you better off elsewhere?
Updated
OnePlus 12 review
The OnePlus 12 packs all the top-spec Android software into a stunning handset, but it falls short of the competition in one key area
Updated
Xiaomi's new Redmi Note 13 phones are on sale now
Four Redmi Note 13 phones are on sale now in the UK and Europe, including both budget and mid-range handsets
Best Picks
The best Samsung Galaxy S24, S24+ and S24 Ultra cases
The Galaxy S24, S24+ and S24 Ultra are here, and so are an excellent range of cases for all three phones. Here are the best available in the UK and US
Updated
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra review
The S24 Ultra justifies its name with an array of premium hardware and software features, but there are a couple of reasons to hesitate before buying one
Updated
The AI-powered Samsung Galaxy S24 series is on sale now
Artificial intelligence is at the forefront of the Galaxy S24, S24+ and S24 Ultra, but there are plenty of upgrades in other areas
Reviews
Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro review
An even better value mid-range smartphone than its predecessor, the Redmi Note 13 Pro ticks a lot of boxes for not much money
Updated
Samsung's budget Galaxy A15 is even cheaper than last year
The regular Galaxy A15 costs less than its predecessor in the UK, but only the more expensive 5G model has made it to the US so far
Best Picks
The best USB-C laptop PD chargers for 2024
We round up a range of USB-C PD chargers powerful enough to handle your laptop or games console
How-To
How to use your iPhone to get perfect laundry
If laundry care symbols might as well be hieroglyphs to you, there's an iPhone trick that'll decipher them. Here's how
Updated
The best dual-SIM phones 2024
If you want to have more than one number, there's no need to carry around two phones. Here are the best devices that support dual SIM cards
Best Picks
The best gaming phones 2024
Gaming on a smartphone is better than ever in 2024, and there are plenty of excellent handsets up to the task – including some regular phones
Feature
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra has these exclusive features
The S24 Ultra is the most expensive phone in the Galaxy S24 series, and has several features you won't find on the regular S24 or S24+
Feature
Samsung's big Galaxy S24 promise is market-leading once again
The Galaxy S24, S24+ and S24 Ultra are all now official, and Samsung has made big progress when it comes to software
Feature
5 Galaxy S24 AI features that will change the way you use your phone
The Samsung Galaxy S24, S24+ and S24 Ultra all benefit from a range of new AI features, some of which make a big difference to the user experience
Reviews
Asus ROG Phone 8 Pro review
The ROG Phone 8 Pro outdoes its predecessor in terms of speed and power, but this is more than just another gaming phone
Reviews
Poco X6 5G review
The Poco X6 offers killer battery life and competitive performance, but retains some of the main sticking points of the last generation
Reviews
Poco X6 Pro review
Thoughtful improvements and outstanding performance from a mid-range gaming-focused phone with just a couple of blind spots
Best Picks
The best phone cases 2024
There are loads of phone cases to choose from, but we can personally recommend these ones if you have an iPhone, Samsung or Google phone
Feature
Is it cheaper to buy a phone on contract or outright?
New phones can be expensive, but is a contract the best way to buy it or will you ending up paying more? Here are the pros and cons of each.
How-To
How to unlock an Android phone and use any SIM
Even if your phone is locked to a specific network provider, there are still ways you can unlock it and use a different SIM
Updated
Oppo Find X7 series official in China, but global launch uncertain
The Find X7 and Find X7 Ultra look great on paper, though there's a real chance they'll follow the Find X6 series in never coming to Europe
Reviews
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max review
Apple's most capable smartphone ever boasts several useful improvements, but it still feels uninspired
Best Picks
The best Motorola phone 2024
Motorola makes a lot of great smartphones, from the budget Moto G lineup to foldable Razr devices. Here's how to decide what's best for you
Best Deals
Best OnePlus 11 deals
There are some great deals available on the OnePlus 11, though discounts are more generous in the US than the UK
Reviews
Motorola Moto G13 review
The Moto G13 boasts great battery life, a decent display and solid performance, but is that enough to beat the budget competition?
Reviews
Nubia Redmagic 9 Pro review
With a great gaming experience, decent cameras, huge battery life and a cool design, is the Redmagic 9 Pro one of the best bargains in tech?
Feature
Are refurbished phones good & should you buy one?
All your questions answered about refurbished phones and if it's a good idea to buy one
Updated
Motorola Edge 40 Neo review
The Motorola Edge 40 Neo is Motorola's best budget phone in years with the kind of design and specs you'd associate with a phone twice the price
Updated
Motorola Razr 40 Ultra review
The Motorola Razr 40 Ultra – or Razr+ if you're in the US – is the first flip phone with a cover screen that's genuinely useful
News