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Nothing is shaking up the branding of its cheapest phones, following up last year’s Phone 3A Lite with a new Phone 4B. Combining design elements of the 4A and 4A Pro, it follows Nothing’s previous cheaper handsets in skipping the US market.The company already uses the “A” branding to market its cheaper tier of products, and the first “B” phone sits another level below that. The 4B seemingly replaces the naming convention used for last year’s Phone 3A Lite.Design-wise, it borrows a little from the two 4A phones, which launched in March this year. The unibody look is similar to…

As we move into July 2026 and another UK heatwave, we’re faced with two clear choices: go out and attempt to enjoy the sunshine, or bunker down, draw the curtains, crank up the AC (if you’re lucky and/or rich enough to have it), turn on the TV and watch something amazing on your favourite streaming service. Look, we don’t make the rules. That’s just how it is. Luckily, for those of us that eschew flip-flops and bucket hats and pick the second option, there are lots of things vying to be the best new TV shows and films coming to…

Mercedes-Benz has spoiled me with some fantastic electric cars lately. First I had the glorious CLA shooting brake on test; then came this, the GLB 250+ Electric AMG Line Premium Plus. For anyone needing a loftier, SUV-flavoured set of wheels, I could instantly see how it would fit the bill – especially with all the AMG accoutrements. Delicious diamond cut alloy wheels, smart LED ambient lighting and a bone-shaking Burmester audio system go a long way. As a full-on seven seater, the GLB is ideally suited to big families. All three rows have oodles of space. Its load-carrying credentials are…

Apple’s foldable iPhone Ultra/Fold is expected to be hard to come by upon launch with one analyst suggesting shocks will be so short that Apple may delay the release to beef up itinerary. The word from the noted Apple watcher, the investment analyst Ming-Chi Kuo is that Apple will have under a million units available by the time a potential September launch rolls around. That’s only about a tenth of the yield Apple expects to have available by the end of the year. Kuo reckons Apple will have 7-8 million units available before 2026 is over. A report last week…

HMD Global has launched a series of new Nokia feature phones (aka dumb phones), which would be ideal for those who’d like to spend some time away from the perils of constant smartphone use – except for the dedicated AI button slap bang in the middle of the handset. You had one job, Nokia! The Nokia 210 4G, the Nokia 235 4G 2nd Edition, the Nokia 215 4G 2nd Edition, and the Nokia 200 4G arrive on the scene with their own AI assistant, called Sikey AI, which can simplify things like setting reminders, alarms or turning on the flashlight.…

It’s rare that technology circles back to old-school tools, but here we are using styluses to jot down notes on tablets. Of course, today’s versions swap ink and paper for pixels. If you’re shopping for a new tablet for work or leisure, this buying guide has you covered. Tablets aren’t just oversized phones anymore. They’ve grown into versatile tools that can slot into almost any part of your life. You might use one to sketch out a design, check your bank account, catch up on a book, or even replace your laptop for occasional work. The market now covers just…

If your Prime Day purchases included a new desk, TV stand, bookshelf, or other furniture you still haven’t assembled, Hoto’s PixelDrive cordless screwdriver can help speed up the process. It’s currently on sale for $59.99 ($20 off) at Amazon, matching its best price to date.From tightening loose screws on furniture to repairing electronics, the PixelDrive is designed to handle a wide range of household projects. Hoto includes 30 screwdriver bits that cover many of the most common screw types, all neatly organized in a small cylindrical case. It also offers six adjustable torque settings, allowing you to use less power…

Nintendo is planning to discontinue the original Nintendo Switch games console in Europe next year – which will mark a decade in service for one of the all-time great games consoles. The company says as of mid-February 2027, all versions of the OG Nintendo Switch – including the Switch Lite and Switch OLED – will cease to be available for sale, in Europe at least. The decision is being made to coincide with the launch of a new Switch 2 console with a more easily user-replaceable battery to coincide with incoming consumer tech regulations in the European Union. As well…

A year after cutting around 9,100 employees, Microsoft is making further layoffs today as it begins its new financial year. The software maker is laying off around 4,800 employees today, approximately 2.1 percent of its workforce. Most of the employees affected by today’s cuts are in Microsoft’s commercial sales business or the company’s Xbox division.In an internal memo to employees, Amy Coleman, executive vice president and Microsoft’s chief people officer, blamed the job losses on a changing technology industry and the “need to adjust resources and roles and shift how we operate” to respond to how AI is impacting companies…

Team,We are beginning the most significant restructure in XBOX history. After careful consideration, I’ve made the difficult decision to reduce our team by approximately 3,200 throughout FY27. This will include approximately 1,600 role eliminations today, and in addition, four studios will leave XBOX to new management. I recognize that a year-long restructuring creates additional challenges. Unfortunately, it is not possible to make all the necessary changes in a single day, and I wanted to be direct about the scale.I know this is painful. These changes will directly affect people who have poured their creativity into building XBOX. Many joined us…

I’m just doing my job, but turns out, it feels lousy holding other people’s privacy in your hands. I’ve long argued that Hollywood has simultaneously set and ruined our expectations for smart glasses. But after binge-watching two seasons of Netflix’s A Man on the Inside, this is perhaps the first time I’ve seen Hollywood, perhaps inadvertently, illustrate the biggest cultural problem with smart glasses as they stand today. In a nutshell, Ted Danson plays Charles Nieuwendyk, an elderly widower who finds a new purpose working for a private investigator. Armed with a pair of Ray-Ban Meta glasses, a voice recorder,…

One of the most exciting additions to Apple’s iPhone lineup over the last couple of years has been Camera Control. This feature, in the form of a dedicated camera button on the iPhone 16 and iPhone 17 series, merges Apple’s hardware design with advanced software capabilities to make getting the perfect shot that little bit easier. Here’s everything you need to know about Camera Control: What is Camera Control? On the surface, Camera Control is a dedicated camera button, but dig a little deeper and you’ll soon realise there’s a lot more going on that makes Camera Control a genuinely…