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Five ‘amazing’ smartphone features that epically failed

Our pick of the worst smartphone features to ever grace a mobile, from built-in projectors to 3D screens… Okay, so at Recombu Towers we’re all…
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Apple iOS 8: All the facts

With Apple’s impending reveal of iOS 8 at WWDC 2014 in June, we take a look at everything we know so far, including new features,…
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Apple iOS 8 to offer split-screen multitasking?

Leaks reveal that Apple’s new iOS 8 might allow iPad users to run two apps side-by-side, similar to rival tablets such as Samsung and LG. Apple…
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Why Apple’s purchase of Beats should be music to your ears

$3.2 billion is a pretty big number, but nevertheless, it’s one that Apple seems to be happy to pay in order to bring Beats Electronics…
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Samsung Gear Fit review

Samsung released a trio of smartwatches recently and the most intriguing, thanks to its funky design, is the Samsung Gear Fit. We put it to the…
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Best new smartphones coming summer 2014

We take a look ahead at the summer of 2014, to see which new smartphones from Apple, Sony, Samsung and more will be competing for…
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Is the BMW i8 the best car on the road today?

Kyle Fortune recounts his first drive of the BMW i8 electric supercar, a vehicle he believes will go on to become a classic. Rarely am…
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How mobile phone battery life is going to seriously improve in 2016

2015 is almost done and still mobile phone battery life is shockingly awful, with most smartphones barely making it through a day of heavy use….
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New image of Amazon’s 3D smartphone revealed

A new press image of Amazon’s upcoming smartphone has leaked, revealing the unique 3D surface and gesture-based controls. One month ahead of its launch, a new press…
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Asus EL30 In-Ear Headphones review

We review the Asus EL30 In-Ear Headphones, which offer a quality all-round audio experience. Asus’ EL30 headphones are good quality in-ear ‘phones, whether you’re listening…
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Top Gear: Jeremy Clarkson’s harshest insults

Whether you’re white, black, Mexican or the BBC, no one is safe from ex-Top Gear presenter Jeremy Clarkson. But what are his top insults? We…
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Android users can now enjoy a darker, revamped Spotify app

Android users will now be able to enjoy the darker-themed Spotify app, a month after it was updated for iOS. Spotify recently updated its desktop…
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10 Best Cases for the Sony Xperia Z2

From the pretty to the bold to the downright wacky, we list our top 10 phone cases for the Sony Xperia Z2. The Sony Xperia…
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Sony Xperia Z2 Tips and Tricks: Get the most from your mobile

Sony’s Xperia Z2 smartphone is a five-star masterpiece of glamorous tech and uber-cool features, but with so much packed into its iconic frame, it’s easy…
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Ferrari LaFerrari Review roundup: What the media say

The reviews of the LaFerrari are in, but has the world’s media fallen in love with Ferrari’s long-awaited hybrid hypercar? The long-awaited LaFerrari is here…
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Philips Hue tips: 5 fun things to do with your smart lights

Philips Hue is one of our favourite smart home devices: not only is it practical and clever, it’s also fun. You can get exactly the…
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Best Smartwatches: Which smartwatch should I buy?

We compare the biggest and best smartwatches up to 2014 from Sony, Samsung and more, so you know which watch is right for you… Smartwatches…
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Acer Iconia One 7 hands-on review

Acer’s colourful Iconia One 7 tablet is a colourful and basic affordable device that’s geared towards the simple things in life. Acer launched two portable…