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Tech Advisor’s Best of IFA 2024 Awards
We roved the giant halls of IFA Berlin 2024 to find the very best new tech that you need to know about. Here are our 16 favourite gadgets from the show
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Honor reveals Apple Watch-style smartwatch with 15-day battery life
Honor has unveiled its latest smartwatch, the Watch 5, which looks set to be a budget-friendly fitness and activity companion
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How a smartwatch can help you study better
You might be surprised by the myriad ways that a smartwatch can help you reach your potential at school, college and university
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5 gadgets I took to Reading Festival and 1 I deemed unsafe
This is my tech survival kit for festivals, as well as a word of warning if you're thinking about taking a particular wearable
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CMF vs Nothing: What's the difference?
Nothing has been a small but influential player in the consumer tech space in recent years and its sub-brand – CMF – looks to be using the same playbook, so how do they differ?
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The 7 tech products I wish I had at university
Tech was a crucial part of my university experience, but these items would’ve made it even better
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Google says the Pixel Watch 3 can't be repaired
Like its predecessor, you'll have to settle for a full device replacement if your Pixel Watch 3 breaks. Can Google interest you in an extended warranty?
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It's official: Fitbit has made its final smartwatch
Fitbit's smartwatch line-up will end with the Sense 2 and Versa 4 and this is why
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The Pixel Watch 3 is good for runners but one AI feature could make it great
Better sensors, real-time coaching are welcome but Google could be getting one-up on Apple and Samsung
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Why you can trust us for Google reviews and not influencers
What is the Team Pixel controversy? We explain it and shed some light on how we work with tech brands on reviews
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The Pixel Watch 3's free Google Fi LTE sure has a lot of gotchas
The Google Store's promotion is nice if you want LTE service and you're not already a Fi customer, but not really worth it otherwise.
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All Pixel Watch and Fitbit models are getting a big upgrade for free
One of the most popular Fitbit Premium features is about to be made available for nothing
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Google unveils Pixel Buds Pro 2 earbuds with AI capabilities
The headphones may be smaller than their predecessors, but they offer better noise cancellation
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The Pixel Watch 3 fixes Google’s biggest smartwatch problem
The Pixel Watch series has always been great, but this new third generation is really hitting the nail on the head
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Everything announced at Made by Google event 2024
Flagship phones were the main focus, but they certainly weren’t the only new products at the Made by Google hardware launch
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The Pixel Watch 3 is the first smartwatch with this potentially life-saving feature
Loss of Pulse Detection is a first-to-market smartwatch feature that can even tell if you've been poisoned!
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The Pixel Watch 3 gets one of the flagship Pixel 9's best features
A new Actua display looks great but how much difference will it make in day-to-day use?
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Back to School Tech Tips You Don't Know
It's almost time to get back to school, and you can never be too prepared. Here are some ways tech can help that you may not have already considered, as well as advice on where to find the best student deals and discounts in the back-to-school sales.
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Apple Vision Pro is now available in more countries, including the UK
Following the launch of Apple's first-ever augmented and virtual reality headset in the US, we finally get the global release
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I switched from Garmin's best smartwatch to a 10-year-old model. Here's what happened
I swapped one of the latest Forerunner sports watches for a 10-year old one. Here's what I missed and didn't miss
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Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 hits the shelves
Samsung has launched the new Galaxy Watch 7 with improved health tracking and design features. Here's the lowdown.
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Samsung's Galaxy Watch Ultra is now on sale
A new models has been added to the Samsung smartwatch line-up, aimed at those who love the outdoors and sports. Here's all you need to know about the Galaxy Watch Ultra
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OnePlus Watch 2R beats the flagship version in two ways
Not only is the smartwatch cheaper and lighter, it doesn't appear to get any of the usual 'R' related downgrades
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The first Wear OS 5 smartwatches are official
Google's upcoming wearable operating system is set to bring battery life improvements and new design elements
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Samsung Galaxy Ring hands-on: 3 things I learned
The Galaxy Ring will no doubt make the masses aware of smart rings but what's it like in real life?
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This is every Samsung product launched at Unpacked 2024
New AI-powered foldable smartphones, a rival to Apple's Watch Ultra, a first-generation wearable and more
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5 ways Samsung's Galaxy Watch Ultra is Android’s Apple Watch Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra is official. Here's how Samsung will offer Android users an alternative to the Apple Watch Ultra.
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Samsung's Galaxy Ring is finally official and about to go on sale (with no subscription)
Samsung introduces a new category of device to its catalogue – the Galaxy Ring. But, will it be the one to rule them all?
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Samsung’s Galaxy Ring beats Oura in these 4 key ways, but loses in 1
Oura's smart ring bubble might be burst with Samsung's combination of design, features and pricing structure but can you use one?
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The Samsung Galaxy Watch 7/Ultra are the first smartwatches with these 3 features
Samsung's latest flagship smartwatches boast several exclusive features, making them stand out from rival wearables
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There's no Galaxy Watch 7 Classic or Pro and this is why
Samsung's smartwatch line-up looks very different in 2024 so we found out why
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The Galaxy Ring fixes the biggest problem with Galaxy Watches
Samsung’s first smart ring has a feature none of its smartwatches have ever been able to match, making it a better choice for many people
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OnePlus confirms the four new products it's launching this month
OnePlus is holding an event on 16 July in Milan, and the company has already revealed which devices will be unveiled in Italy
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I won’t be buying a Galaxy Watch Ultra if these leaks are true
After a long time of waiting for Samsung's Apple Watch Ultra rival, this is the result?
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watchOS 11 fixes my final Apple Watch complaint and I couldn’t be happier
Here's why I think watchOS 11 makes the Apple Watch even better, for casual and enthusiast users alike
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When is the next Google launch event?
When will the next Made by Google event be and what will it be for?
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When is the next Samsung event and what might it announce?
Samsung’s second Galaxy Unpacked of the year is expected to focus on foldables and wearables, and it's happening very soon
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This smart ring just got upgraded to better rival Samsung and Oura
Circular has improved the Ring Slim on both hardware and software fronts, and it's still cheaper than rivals
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Oppo Watch X gets UK launch but doesn't fix its clone’s biggest problems
Oppo's parent company owns another huge rival tech brand, and that's created an awkward experience for consumers
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Samsung confirms four of the new devices it’s launching next month
The company is expected to reveal new foldables in July, and they’re now almost certain to be joined by these four products
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Samsung Watch FE might be the ultimate budget smartwatch
It's the latest device to get the Fan Edition treatment and it's landed ahead of Unpacked
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Craig Federighi's 9 funniest moments from Apple's WWDC events
We've rounded up some of the best skits from Apple executive Craig Federighi across the years, including some new entries from WWDC 2024
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I won’t switch to Apple Watch because watchOS is missing one key feature
watchOS 11 was looking great and I had my credit card ready to roll but I changed my mind by the end of the keynote
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The 4 tech travel essentials I can’t live without
The items that help me get to my destination with the minimum amount of stress, then allow me to have the best experience possible
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Your Galaxy Watch will get a big free AI update later this year
Samsung will introduce Galaxy AI to the Galaxy Watch series, starting with the Galaxy Watch 7. It’s possible that older models will also receive the update
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Google unveils new Fitbit Ace LTE kids fitness smartwatch
Fitness, calls, texts and fun with the new Fitbit Ace LTE smartwatch for children
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I consulted a sleep expert to learn how to use smartwatch tracking for better slumber
Smartwatches and wearables can track our sleep, but are they really useful? I spoke to expert Dr Sophie Bostock to discuss their reliability, data and more
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Apple Watch could become the best iPod ever
Soon you will be able to turn Apple Watch into a classic iPod with scroll wheel.
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watchOS 10.5 fixes the battery drain bug – update your Apple Watch now
A week ago, Apple released the next update for watchOS 10 and now we can confirm that battery life performance is back to normal
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