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Apple packed a bunch of major updates into its annual Worldwide Developer Conference keynote. During the event, the company showed off the sleek design refresh coming to its operating systems, as well as a mix of new features for the iPhone, iPad, Mac, AirPods, and more.Here’s a roundup of some of the most exciting changes Apple announced during the keynote.As predicted, Apple has given each of its operating systems new version numbers that now align with the year after their release, rather than the version number. The new names are iOS 26, iPadOS 26, macOS 26, watchOS 26, tvOS 26,…
The Nintendo Switch 2 is here, but we can’t just forget about the original Switch. We’ve still got love for the console, and its many millions of owners, so we’ll keep recommending the best controllers for the Switch right here.Now, you may already know that the best Switch controllers aren’t the ones that come with the console. The removable Joy-Cons included with all non-Lite Switch consoles are convenient, given they can be detached for wireless use, but their tiny shape doesn’t do them many favors. They aren’t comfortable to hold for long gaming sessions — especially if you have large…
Apple’s just pulled the curtain back on tvOS 26, the latest update to the Apple TV’s operating system. Like iOS 26 for the latest iPhones and all of Apple’s other software updates, it gets the new Liquid Glass design. The new interface is based on glass and genuinely looks lush, reflective, fluid. But, there’s one new feature that threatens to turn this glossy update into a daily irritation: the new Profiles view that automatically pops up every time you wake the Apple TV. On paper, this profile view is meant to help you dive straight into your own recommendations and…
For a while now, Google’s had the edge on clever AI phone features. It’s been able to make bookings for you or sit on hold for a good few years now. But Apple is finally catching up in iOS 26. The latest iPhone update includes a clever new feature called Hold Assist. Hold Assist takes the existing Live Voicemail concept and pushes it further. When you’re placed on hold during a call, instead of sitting through an endless loop of muzak or the same robotic voice telling you how important your call is, Hold Assist steps in. The iPhone stays…
Apple is launching a new app that acts as a central hub for the games and gaming features across its platforms. The new Apple Games app combines Apple Arcade, App Store game recommendations, your App Store game library, and your friends list into a single location. Apple calls it an “all-in-one destination for games and playing with friends.”The new app will be available on iPhones, iPads, and Macs, starting with versions coming out this fall. In addition to collecting your games, you’ll also be able to view leaderboards for supported titles and complete “challenges” set by developers. Apple sees it…
The Android ecosystem is all about choice. While iPhone owners have a smaller pool of new devices to pick from when it’s time to upgrade, there’s a wider range of choices on Android. Some Android phones even fold in half! Imagine.On the flip side, all that choice can make for some hard decisions. Here’s where I’d like to help; I’ve tested a whole boatload of recent Android phones, and I think there are some real winners in the current batch. It’s all a matter of what you’re looking for, what you’re comfortable spending, and what your definition of a “reasonably…
At WWDC 2025, Apple unveiled the latest free update for the Apple Watch: watchOS 26. While most of the attention has been on iOS 26, Apple’s new Liquid Glass look also extends to the Apple Watch. While that’s great for a device that sits on your wrist demanding to be looked at, the biggest (and perhaps most controversial) new feature is the arrival of Apple Intelligence. While Apple’s answer to AI rolled out to iPhone and Mac users last year in iOS and macOS Sequoia, it remained absent from the tech giant’s smartwatch. watchOS 26 sees the suite of AI…
Apple just revealed the next major Mac software update – macOS 26. Don’t worry, there’s still a California-based moniker alongside the number: Tahoe. As you’d expect, macOS 26 will work best with the latest Macs. It’s available for beta users right now, but a public release won’t come until September, if Apple follows its usual schedule. A whole bunch of older Mac desktops and MacBooks will also get the free software update – stretching back a good few years. Note that Apple’s software versions are now named after the year ahead – ie: iOS 26, iPadOS 26, macOS 26, etc –…
Looking to buy the best mid-range laptop? It’s a smart move. Why splurge over a grand on a machine if you won’t fully utilise all its premium features? Like mid-range phones, mid-range laptops once meant compromises in performance and speed, but fortunately, technology has come a long way. Today, you can find sleek, fast notebooks for around US$700 / £700 or less, offering more than enough power to handle both work and entertainment. In other words, unless you’re after the ultimate gaming laptop or need a high-end laptop for video rendering, opting for a well-priced laptop with impressive – though…
Apple announced the latest major update for its Vision Pro headset during the company’s WWDC 2025 keynote presentation on Monday. It’s now called visionOS 26 to match Apple’s new naming convention for its mobile and desktop operating systems.Last year’s visionOS 2 update introduced several features that improved the day-to-day usability of the Apple Vision Pro, including the ability to rearrange app icons on the homescreen, Bluetooth mouse support, and a simple wrist roll gesture for checking the time or the headset’s battery life. visionOS 2 also expanded the Vision Pro’s capabilities as a productivity tool with the ability to create…
From affordable 4K sticks to comprehensive home entertainment hubs, the best streaming device will give you instant access to an arsenal of arresting shows and films. If you need help deciding which is the best model for you, we’ve reviewed them all to help you choose. Just plug one of these into one of the best 4K TVs, load up one of the best streaming services, sit back and get ready to stream to your heart’s content. See, binge-watching has come a long way from the days of Blu-ray box sets. Between gripping Netflix originals, remastered classics on Amazon Prime…
Blockbuster movies, indie gems and gripping TV series – here’s what you should be streaming on Paramount’s subscription service Since its UK arrival in the summer of 2022, Paramount+ has quickly established itself as a streaming service to be reckoned with. While it felt a little light on content upon arrival, it’s now matured into a much better rounded service mixing Paramount’s blockbuster movie library with a smattering of indie titles on the film front, with the TV side of things featuring a number of exclusive newer series as well as classic shows of yesteryear. The sheer amount of content…