What’s the best way to set up a secondary internet hub?
by Ian Collen
With one member setting up a remote office in their garden, the forum has plenty of suggestions on the best ways to get connected – from the simple wired solution to your expanded wireless options.
As new smartphone cycles feel like they arrive ever faster, how do manufacturers make the latest flagship models stand out from the crowd, and even their own legacy models? If you're Samsung, you take the best of what you've already got, buff it up with some titanium, add a dose of AI and release the flagship Galaxy S24 Ultra. Does the new recipe make a flavoursome difference?
Samsung officially unveils the S24 smartphone series
by Ian Collen
With the introduction of Galaxy AI in 2024, the new line-up could be the first in line to benefit from some of its latest tech, powered by the new ProVisual Engine.
Though perhaps one of the more understated arrivals during CES, the integration of the new Wi-Fi 7 features could still be a key addition to many of the year’s big releases.
Dell unveils new XPS laptops and UltraSharp monitors
by Ian Collen
The updated XPS 13 is joined by the XPS 14 and XPS 16, while the new 40 and 34-inch Curved Thunderbolt Hub monitors offer up to 5K viewing and a 120Hz refresh rate.
Meet new friends and virtual enemies in the VR Online Gaming Lobby
by Ian Collen
This new thread looks to bring Virtual Reality gamers together for some fun co-op/multiplayer action, so if you’re looking for online allies (or rivals) then check in to see the latest invites, or maybe post one of your own!
Samsung Display begins mass production of new QD-OLED monitors
by Ian Collen
The line-up includes a 32 inch UHD and 27 inch QHD model on the way for 2024, with the former boasting 140PPI and the latter offering up gamer-friendly 360Hz refresh rates.
The Ultra version is set to offer the company’s largest and most capable AI model to date, with smaller Pro and Nano variants getting things rolling with integration into Bard and its Pixel 8 Pro smartphone.
If the iPhone 15 Pro Max is just a wee bit too big for your dainty digits and you wont miss the 5x zoom, then Apple's smaller iPhone 15 Pro version packs in just about everything else the flagship has to offer and at a lower price than last year's 14 equivalent. Sound ideal? We check if there are any downsides...
Google set to launch upgraded Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro smartphones
by Ian Collen
More confirmation than an announcement, but the latest Made by Google event also showcased a number of fresh features and improvements, plus the new Pixel Watch 2, with pre-orders for all now open.
Apple's iPhone 15 and 15 Plus smartphones for 2023 feature last year's iPhone 14 Pro A16 Bionic chip, a debut 48MP camera, the introduction of Dynamic Island plus the long awaited move to USB-C connectivity... you might not like the new colours though.
With a classy move to Titanium, the new A17 Pro chip, a 5x telephoto lens included in the rear camera array and a shift to the convenience of USB-C, has Apple done enough to guarantee another flagship winner?
Between this thread and our announcement news article, the forum has had plenty to say on Apple's latest iPhone line-up, with the added benefits of the Plus, Pro, and Pro Max models all up for debate.
Apple unveils its iPhone 15 line-up plus Series 9 and Ultra 2 watches
by David Phelan
The new smartphones will be joined by the new Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2, with iOS17 and WatchOS 10 upgrades and improved processing and functionality across the board.
Do you really need third-party antivirus software?
by Ian Collen
With the likes of Windows running its own security systems, member Steve N asked the question, with the thread throwing up plenty of options to consider about keeping your computer or other devices safe from harm.