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BT seems to be back in full swing after having a slightly lacklustre collection of broadband deals last week. The freebies are back and this week BT has returned with an old classic - a FREE Amazon Echo. We were quite excited when BT ran this deal last time, a free speaker on top of BT's usual pre-paid Mastercards is a great way to top off your new broadband deal. You can get both of these freebies together with BT's Superfast 1 and Superfast 2 fibre packages. If you were thinking of upgrading to a TV and broadband deal BT has you covered there as well, offering the same collection of incentives with a number of its larger packages. We've listed the standout fibre broadband deals from BT below so you can find the one that works for you, including the full costs and how much each Mastercard is worth. But it's worth knowing that these tariffs are limited in time until Thursday February 21. Compare all of BT's broadband deals to find your perfect packagehttp://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/VgyagGS9HpAEPUQtUJBfrg.jpg BT's new fibre broadband deals with FREE Echo:What is a BT Reward Card?The Reward Card that BT sends out is a pre-paid credit card that you can use anywhere that accepts Mastercard. In short, that's around a million shops, cafes and restaurants around the world, so you shouldn't find it difficult to find places to spend, spend, spend. It's an old-fashioned chip and pin card, rather than contactless. But do make sure that you claim your Reward Card within three months of installation, otherwise you'll lose out on all that cash. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/b54nEGh8geeDvBESz3Qkmk.jpg Is the Amazon Echo any good?The Amazon Echo features within the top three of TechRadar's best smart speakers buying guide - so yes, we rate it highly. If you've not yet had the chance to form a relationship with Alexa, now is a good chance to start. With her unique set of Skills (over 30,000 of them), she'll simplify listening to music, finding out the weather, varying your central heating, ordering Christmas presents, and tonnes more. Plus, the Amazon Echo is a stylish and decent sounding standalone speaker as well. You can read TechRadar's full Amazon Echo review here. Today's best broadband dealshttp://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/CFsqcRmqhTQ

Huawei has placed the camera on the top-left side of the Nova 4. The reason Huawei chose this location was following its extensive research on where users usually tap or swipe on the screen. For a right-handed user, the top-left corner is the least accessed area on the screen and thus it made perfect sense to place the camera in that position Even though it’s barely been a couple of years, any new phone with bezels looks like its decades old. Recent advancements in screen technology have allowed us to shrink bezels into notches and now, notches into a punch hole as seen on Huawei’s latest FullView display present on the Nova 4. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/4zEGp2TXLS77Qnn32euZp4.jpg But where has all the technology that resided in a bezel or a notch disappeared? And how is it even possible to place a camera under the LCD panel? Those are some of the questions we’re going to be answering today by taking a look at the technology advancements Huawei has made with the Nova 4. Unlike other manufacturers trying to implement this technology by drilling a hole on the LCD panel (known as through hole), Huawei places the camera module behind the LCD panel which preserves the screen integrity and creates a smaller hold diameter. Whereas other manufactures have a hold that’s 6.5mm I diameter, the Nova 4 has a tiny 4.5mm hole with the smallest front camera in the industry. Where have all the sensors gone? With the camera sorted, the next question to ask is where have all the additional components and sensors that have traditionally resided on the bezel and then on the notch gone? Huawei has made some very clever engineering decisions to tackle that. Let’s start with the proximity sensor that generally resides on top of the screen and is responsible for turning the screen off when you place it next to your ear so you don’t tap anything onscreen when on a call. Using a light bending design, Huawei has placed the proximity sensor on the top of the phone thus making it aware when you place it next to your ear. The next sensor that Huawei has tackled is the Ambient light sensor which is now so tiny that Huawei has aptly referred it to as the invisible light sensor. And finally, the last piece of the puzzle is the earpiece which Huawei has shrunk to a miniscule 0.85mm. This makes the micro slot earpiece fit inside the frame of the phone. And yes, Huawei has managed to insert a tri-color LED indicator in that earpiece. What’s extremely impressive is that Huawei has built all this technology around its mid-range Nova range while other manufacturers are introducing the punch hole technology on their flagship devices. http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/-LpJPiJC9FI

Fitbit has pushed out a new fitness tracker model, it's emerged, but it's not one you can actually buy – the new Fitbit Inspire is aimed at businesses and insurance companies rather than the consumer market. In other words, you might get given one by your boss, or when you renew your health insurance, but you can't order it straight from the Fitbit website. While there's no price listed, TechCrunch reports its Fitbit's cheapest tracker yet. And the feature list does seem to back that up: you get the basics in terms of fitness tracking, with an optional heart rate monitor, and the design is pretty ordinary too (you can wear it as a wristband or clip it to your clothing). Everything we think we know about the Apple HomePod 2Amazon might not move to New York after allWe've got more pictures of the upcoming Galaxy phonesThe Inspire can track sleep, however, and is advanced enough to show alerts like calls and texts as they come through from your phone. There's a small touchscreen that displays the time and other information. Fitbit spreads its reachWhile the Fitbit Inspire might not be the most innovative tracker that the company has ever put out, it could be important for the future of Fitbit: company orders could make up a significant chunk of future income as consumer sales tail off. Some insurance firms already offer an Apple Watch to keep tabs on your health and exercise routine so Fitbit obviously wants to get into the same market and get its products on more wrists. The idea makes sense for employers as well as insurance companies, enabling them to encourage healthier living amongst staff – even though they might not all appreciate having their daily step count reported back to their bosses. For now the Fitbit Inspire seems to be exclusive to the US, but you might soon see it offered by your insurance company or your place of work. Which is the best Fitbit for you in 2019?http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/H9gn6bMSGsw

Arabian Automobiles, the flagship company of the AW Rostamani Group and the exclusive dealer for INFINITI in Dubai, Sharjah and the Northern Emirates, announced today the launch of an AR app that aims to make the lives of INFINITI owners a lot easier. The INFINITI Driver’s Guide app uses Augmented Reality across various car models to display information that would usually be found buried in the pages of a thick car user manual. With the app, users simply point their phone at a particular button or section of the car to get detailed information of what the button does. The AR-driven app interacts with all the various buttons of the vehicle such as steering wheel, audio system, INFINITI control, air-conditioning, parking brake, combination meter, lighting control, multi-switch panel – centre console, interior light, and security. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/tusBd3Pqetjt7CLeCrdAx3.jpg Getting to gripsWe hopped into the INFINITI QX30 to give the app a quick spin, and sure enough it did exactly what it was supposed to do. You’ll have to first do a one-time download in either English or Arabic for the car model you own, but after that you can simply tap on the app and then point the camera at any section of the car that you need an explanation for. As an example, there was a yellow ‘A’ indicator on the dashboard, which using the app we found out was the indicator for the Idle Stop/Start. The app works best in bright light for the best recognition, but will also turn on your phone’s flash to aid with detection. It takes a little under two seconds for the app to recognize what you’re pointing at, and as promised you get a full description of what each button or function does, saving you from thumbing through your car manual at all. The INFINITI Driver’s Guide app is currently available for Q50, Q30/QX30 and QX50 with all other models to be updated by end of March 2019. Will your next care come with Android embedded in it?http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/Y1QP9VjQS3Q

The Six Nations 2019 is here with the Rugby World Cup to follow later in the year. That means this competition is high stakes and so the action is bound to be high-octane stuff. Wales continue their illustrious winning streak if they can defeat bottom–of–the–pack Italy in Rome. You can catch all the action watching a Six Nations 2019 live stream by using this guide. Learn everything you need to know about this game and how to watch it, below. Wales are off to a great start after beating the impressive-looking French side (24–19) last week. Now the Welsh dragons are set to take on Italy in an away game after the team's opening loss to Scotland (33–20). Wales have made centre Jonathan Davies their captain, which will be a first for him. There are also going to be a selection of rookies in the back row based on coach Warren Gatland's choices with Aled Davies starting as scrum-half. Also, 26–year–old Thomas Young and Aaron Wainwright will make their Six Nations debuts alongside Josh Navidi, who starts at number eight. It shows the confience the Wlesh have in their fringe players. If Wales can defeat Italy in Rome it will mean the side has managed a winning streak of 11 consecutive victories. So keep reading to see how to get an Italy vs Wales live stream in the Six Nations from where you are. The great news is that the game itself is free to air in the UK. See how to watch a free live stream of every Six Nations rugby matchhttp://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/VgyagGS9HpAEPUQtUJBfrg.jpg http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/B9XNGCRYNHKJzN5zVfTMje.jpg How to live stream Wales vs Italy in the UK for freeHow to live stream the Six Nations when you're not in your countryIf you're away from your country of residence - whether that be the UK or anywhere else - and try to start watching the rugby via your usual home broadcaster, you'll likely soon discover that you can't as it is location restricted. Fear not, the action is still within your reach. All you need to do is download and install a VPN to effectively trick your computer into thinking that it's back home. That way you can enjoy your domestic coverage (assuming that's allowed in their Ts&Cs) without delving into the dangers of an illegal stream. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/VgyagGS9HpAEPUQtUJBfrg.jpg http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/D39crXd3gob7KPsE3LAFUo.jpg Live stream Italy vs Wales in Australiahttp://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/kZWNrTtXZs7Ep2c7452KSo.jpg Live stream Italy vs Wales rugby in New Zealandhttp://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/x4WvmjGdnEUCFeqhMUrnWo.jpg How to watch an Italy vs Wales live stream in the UShttp://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/jgvvohCEmS99W9XuRfJMSo.jpg Live stream the rugby union in Canada and more - for FREEhttp://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ebGZgkd4qVX7mUuvz3WNkH.jpg http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/NwKF00ZlBUk

Having keyboard control of your music and videos can be a real timesaver when you need to hear what someone is saying to you or a tune starts blaring out from your computer unexpectedly, and the next version of Chrome is ready to help. From next month, the full release of Chrome 73 will support those multimedia keys you've got fixed on your keyboard, whether you're using Windows, macOS or Chrome OS. Linux support is coming at a later date. The feature will work whether or not the relevant tab is in the foreground too, so you'll be able to stop YouTube or the web version of Spotify even if they're buried in one of those background tabs you've forgotten about. Amazon is having second thoughts about its new HQChrome's bug detection tool is now open sourceThere's a good chance Google is getting into wearablesGoogle has very kindly put out a demo page where you can see the new features in action and make sure this is going to work with the keys you have set up on your keyboard. You'll be able to skip forwards and backwards through playlists too. More tweaks coming to Chrome OSYet more tweaks are coming to Chrome OS too, this time in version 72, which is rolling out as we speak – no need to wait around and refresh your browser in this case. There's better native integration for Google Assistant and Android 9 Pie, which basically means the Assistant will be more easily accessible from a broader range of Chromebooks than it was in Chrome 71. The Google Assistant will be available via a pill-shaped bar at the bottom of the screen, ready for your web queries or your questions about the day's weather (you'll also be able to say "hey Google" to access the same features). Other updates add extra security to Chrome OS and introduce a picture-in-picture mode for videos that's turned on by default. If you don't have Chrome OS 72 on your Chromebook already, you should do soon. Here are the very best Chromebooks you can buy right nowVia Engadget http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/xET56ni9_G0

The Six Nations 2019 already has the pressure of this being the Rugby World Cup year too, so performances have to be at their peak. The Celtic clash between Ireland and Scotland should be a powerful one as pre-tournament favourites, Ireland, hope to spring back after an opening loss to England. Great news though as you can watch every Six Nations game from practically anywhere and getting a Scotland vs Ireland live stream is no exception. Ireland have started on the back foot after their defeat by England (32-20) in the opening Six Nations game for the side. But as the favourite at the start of this competition and with everything still to play for, Scotland are going to be firmly in the team's crosshairs. With injuries plaguing the likes of CJ Stander, Devin Toner and Garry Ringrose, Ireland's coach Joe Schmidt has had to make changes - Quinn Roux, Sean O'Brien and Rob Kearney all earning a recall. Scotland is coming off a win after beating Italy (33-20) but since the Italians are the outsiders in this competition this likely hasn't swelled the Scottish egos too much. Scotland's prop Willem Nel and flanker Sam Skinner are both ruled out through injury. The game itself is free to air in the UK, so you can tune in to a Scotland vs Ireland live stream for free if you're there. For all your other viewing options, keep on reading. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/VgyagGS9HpAEPUQtUJBfrg.jpg http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/B9XNGCRYNHKJzN5zVfTMje.jpg How to live stream Scotland v Ireland in the UK for freeLive stream the Six Nations when you're not in your countryIf you're outside your home country - whether that be the UK or anywhere else - and try to start streaming the rugby via your native broadcaster, you'll realise that you can't as it's location restricted. Fear not, the action is still within your reach. All you need to do is download and install a VPN to effectively trick your computer into thinking that it's back home. That way you can enjoy your home coverage (assuming you comply with the broadcaster's TS&Cs), minus the risk of using a naughty stream from an illegal source. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/VgyagGS9HpAEPUQtUJBfrg.jpg http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/D39crXd3gob7KPsE3LAFUo.jpg Live stream Scotland v Ireland in Australiahttp://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/kZWNrTtXZs7Ep2c7452KSo.jpg Live stream Scotland v Ireland in New Zealandhttp://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/x4WvmjGdnEUCFeqhMUrnWo.jpg How to watch an Ireland vs Scotland live stream online in the UShttp://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/jgvvohCEmS99W9XuRfJMSo.jpg Live stream the rugby union in Canada - for FREEhttp://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ebGZgkd4qVX7mUuvz3WNkH.jpg http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/MECeWgmcQiI

With the February 20 launch for the Samsung Galaxy S10, Galaxy S10 Plus, and Galaxy S10E fast approaching, we haven't been short on leaks and rumors to keep us going until the big day – and today there are more leaked images to pore over. Courtesy of seasoned tipster Evan Blass, we now have full front and back renders of the standard Galaxy S10 flagship and the cheaper Galaxy S10E variant. You can see those triple-lens and dual-lens cameras, ultra-thin bezels, and those 'punch hole' cameras. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/VAqiS8R5mxHSkno52ARcbJ.jpg Samsung Galaxy S10 leak (credit: Evan Blass) We also get confirmation that the fingerprint sensor is going to be embedded in the screen on both these models. There's no Samsung Galaxy S10 Plus in this gallery, but we've previously seen some very revealing pictures of that model too. Everything we know about the Samsung Galaxy S10 so farHow Apple is fighting back with the HomePod 2The Huawei P30 is almost ready to take on SamsungNone of this is new information of course, and we've seen quite a few leaked renders already, but just in case you were in any doubt about what the upcoming Galaxy phones will look like, here you go. What we know so farSamsung won't have much left to reveal on February 20: the phones are expected to carry either the Snapdragon 855 or the Exynos 9820 processor, depending on region, and anywhere up to 12GB of RAM for your multitasking needs. A huge 1TB of storage is on the cards too. Previous Samsung phones have hit that mark with 512GB of internal storage and the option of a 512GB memory card, but it confirmed earlier this year that production has started on a 1TB storage chip. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/AkNuR46WUWcCjrwNXurYdk.jpg Samsung Galaxy S10E leak (credit: Evan Blass) What we might not get, at least not on February 20, is a 5G Galaxy S10. That might be delayed until later in the year, sources suggest, though Samsung could well give it a mention at its Unpacked event. We're counting down the days to Wednesday February 20 and we will of course bring you all the news as it happens right here. Don't be surprised to see even more details of these phones leak out between then and now. The Galaxy S10 is in line for an upgraded front camera toohttp://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/cVEZbvElgkk

The 2019 Six Nations kicked off with a bang over the first weekend, with the expected array of big hits and spectacular tries sprinkled with some inexplicable individual errors that turned games on their heads. This year's competition is as important as ever, with the 6 teams making final preparations for the Rugby World Cup later in the year. This guide will let you watch all the round 2 action (and beyond) from the comfort of your home, or anywhere else you can get an internet connection for that matter - live stream Six Nations 2019 rugby from anywhere. The first weekend of the 2019 Six Nations seemed to raise more questions than it answered. Are England a force to be reckoned with again, and were we expecting too much from Ireland? Can France come back positively after capitulating against Wales, and was Scotland's victory over Italy a false dawn? England have immediately spring-boarded to the top of the bookies' lists thanks to their dominant win in Dublin and Eddie Jones seems to be inching towards knowing his best XV with added Manu Tuilagi. The Irish were odds-on favourites to take the 2019 Six Nations title before last Saturday, but can no longer make it two Grand Slams in a row after their Grand Slam last year. The famous victory that Captain Rory Best's men recorded over the All Blacks in November now looks like a long time ago.. Wales have carried their impressive 2018 form into February, while Scotland continue to go from strength to strength and they'll be looking to improve on a 2018 campaign that included Calcutta Cup success over England. France and Italy had 2018s to forget and have a lot of improvements to make should they wish to challenge either here or in Japan. For all the info about how to watch a Six Nations live stream, read on. And you can scroll down to see a list of this weekend's fixtures, too. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/VgyagGS9HpAEPUQtUJBfrg.jpg http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/B9XNGCRYNHKJzN5zVfTMje.jpg How to live stream Six Nations 2019 in the UK for freeGreat news! Every single Six Nations match will be shown live in the UK on free-to-air television. The coverage is spread across the BBC and ITV, so take a look at our info box to see what channel is showing which individual games. If you're trying to watch online (either live or on catch-up) then you can get access via the BBC iPlayer and ITV Hub websites or mobile apps. Alternatively, just head to an online streaming TV service such TVPlayer.com, which has all of the UK's freeview channels (including the BBC and ITV) in one place. This means you can catch the match on TV, computer, tablet and smartphone for free if you're in the UK - or subscribe to TVPlayer Plus if you want to record it and watch later. Not in the UK this weekend? No worries - just download and install a VPN and use a UK location to watch live as if you were back home. Full instructions below. How to live stream the Six Nations when you're not in your countryIf you're outside your country of residence - whether that be the UK or anywhere else - and try to start streaming the rugby via your native broadcaster, you'll soon discover that you can't as it is location restricted. But there's a way you can watch anyway. By downloading and installing a VPN, you can effectively trick your computer into thinking that it's back at home. That way you can enjoy your home coverage without having to find an illegal stream - assuming you comply with the broadcaster's Ts&Cs, of course. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/VgyagGS9HpAEPUQtUJBfrg.jpg http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/D39crXd3gob7KPsE3LAFUo.jpg Live stream the Six Nations in Australiahttp://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/kZWNrTtXZs7Ep2c7452KSo.jpg Live stream the Six Nations in New Zealandhttp://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/x4WvmjGdnEUCFeqhMUrnWo.jpg How to live stream Six Nations rugby in the UShttp://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/jgvvohCEmS99W9XuRfJMSo.jpg Live stream the 2019 Six Nations in Canada and more - for FREEhttp://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ebGZgkd4qVX7mUuvz3WNkH.jpg Images courtesy of sixnationsrugby.com http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/vTCZieoiBmU

After facing opposition from lawmakers and residents, Amazon might not built its second headquarters in New York after all. Sources who are “familiar with the company’s thinking” spoke to The Washington Post on Friday, and said the e-commerce giant might reconsider its deal in the face of vocal opposition to the deal. Even if the deal falls through with New York, the deal with Virginia would still stand. Trump could ban Chinese 5G technology on US networksMicrosoft just signed Internet Explorer's death sentenceFacebook told to limit data collection on its users“The question is whether it’s worth it if the politicians in New York don’t want the project, especially with how people in Virginia have been so welcoming,” a source familiar with the matter told the Post. The blowback began after an anti-Amazon rally that was held the day after the deal was announced and has been a point of contention at local town halls, according to Vox. Don’t celebrate / mourn the loss of Amazon just yet While the Post’s report cited two people who were familiar with the matter, a third has spoken to The New York Times’ City Hall reporter and said that there were no plans to abandon ship just yet. To that end, Amazon has been issuing statements to media outlets telling them that the company has no plans to remove themselves from the deal and said “Whether it’s building a pipeline of local jobs through workforce training or funding computer science classes for thousands of New York City students, we are working hard to demonstrate what kind of neighbor we will be.” Amazon is set to start construction on its second headquarters in 2020... as long as the company decides to stick with its original plans. Looking to keep your data private online? Here's the best VPN service of 2019http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/vf1NExZHk-s

While TV tech is always changing, one thing has always held true: Bigger TVs will be cheaper next year than they were this year. The processes to make them will become more refined and streamlined, while more factories will be built to handle the influx of larger-sized TVs. That doesn't mean that you should expect to buy a 90-inch flatscreen for pennies on the dollar, but that does mean that 70- and 75-inch TVs will be more affordable in 2019 and 2020 than any year prior to that. But, it's not all good news for fabulously large TVS: this size range, above all, is beset with cut-price offerings. Since top 75-inch TVs are always going to come with an eye-watering price tag, affordable brands have rushed in to make this once-unobtainable size much more affordable. The result is that many 75-inchers are being manufactured using legacy LCD technology, which was built for small screens and whose images fail to impress even at the 40-inch size. So at a screen four times bigger, the results are... well, what you might expect. While you might be tempted to go for the very lowest priced 75-inch TV, just remember that the technology employed to create a great picture is four times more important than at other sizes. TechRadar's 75-inch TV buying adviceFirst and foremost, be really careful about TV sales that sound too good to be true. If you see a 75-inch 4K TV for around $600, it's probably going to let you down in terms of picture performance. So who's the main culprit that causes ugly images in the 75-inch range? Bad backlighting. While the cheapies use edge-lit LED panels that produce poor black levels and contrast, the bigger brands opt for either direct, full array LED panels – or in the case of LG, OLED panels. Both illuminate across the whole screen, and create both luscious color and 4K clarity. Currently, our favorite 75-inch TVs are LG's series of OLEDs, which boast exceptional black levels and premium HDR. They're perfect for a dark room experience, like a home cinema, though for brightly-lit rooms you may want to consider Samsung's QLED TV series. Then there's Sony, whose efforts are impossible to ignore, and a few more affordable brands to tempt you to buy a 75-inch TV for relatively small spend. Not sure where to start? Take a look at our favorite 75-inch 4K TVs right now, listed below for your convenience. Each series in this list has been tested and approved by our expert team of reviewers, so you can buy with confidence. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Mvxjek2DDrhFYxtGSvipR9.jpg Is this the best TV out there? This 77-inch 4K OLED TV delivers astonishing image quality, and despite its huge size retains much of the streamlined minimalism LG's C8 line-up is famous for. That's despite it not being as bright as LCD and QLED TVs, and not supporting the HDR10+ standard. However, that lack of brightness results in lusciously deep blacks that dramatically increase the dynamic range of its images. The roll-call doesn't stop there either: vibrant colors, wide viewing angles, instant response times, astounding detail with native 4K content, and a WebOS platform that remains the best smart TV platform around all help the OLED77C8 standout from the crowd. Aesthetically, LG's C8 Series of OLED TVs – also available in 55-inch and 65-inch sizes – go for size-zero looks, with a black metallic trim around the panel's edge that's just ridiculously small. Read the full review: LG OLED77C8 http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/nWgVz9KdHiRR77bfGT6qR9.jpg Is QLED as good as OLED? The jury is out on that one. It's different, for sure; the full array LED backlighting on this 75-inch QLED TV can't get near OLED for contrast nor black levels, but it's higher peak brightness gives it an advantage for 4K HDR material. Consequently, the colour volume created by the Q9FN is awesome, especially at this mighty size. Brighter and more colourful than the first-gen QLED TVs, the Q9FN has HDR10+ and Q HDR EliteMax. Away from technology, it slips-up on styling. Despite an external connection box creating a one-cable TV, the basic chassis design both lacks wow factor, and is a little chubbier than it should be. We also noticed an issue with viewing angles that makes the Q9FN unsuitable for hanging on a wall at eye-line (not that you should be doing that anyway). Those foibles aside, this monster screen is nevertheless Samsung's best TV ever. Read the full review: Samsung Q9FN QLED TV http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/AD65vERkqpAk7gehiD9TR9.jpg OK, it looks a little weird. Sony's decision to fit this 75-incher with two large feet gives it a slightly absurd look that's also impractical; who has a table that wide to put a TV on? Luckily, elsewhere the XF90 (called the X900F in the US) looks great, with a brushed metallic finish hiding some truly top tech for the money. Key is Sony's decision to use a direct LED lighting system with local dimming, which helps create some serious quality, particularly during 4K HDR material. Meanwhile, the effect of Sony's X1 Extreme video processor is to remove noise so intensely that new levels of detail are revealed. On a big TV, that's important. We also love the way the XF900 up-converts standard dynamic range (SDR) images to HDR. In fact, the only thing we're really annoyed about on the XF90 is its use of Android TV as its smart TV system, which (Chromecasting aside) is both cluttered and confusing. The X900F is also available as an 85-inch version in the U.S. Read the full review: Sony XF90/X900F http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/oAhFbDNDz5jNFNwU9MZpR9.jpg A Chinese brand that's been trying to break the UK and US markets in the past few years, this is Hisense’s flagship TV. Is it the best 75-inch TV around? No, but it makes a play for the top spot by offering full-array LED local dimming for its LCD panel, which means lots of brightness and good black levels. In fact, it's so bright that 4K HDR material looks fabulous. That's probably more than can be said for its treatment of standard definition fare; mediocre upscaling that fails to clean-up the source, and some washed-out colours, are the low points. Another minor complaint is the chassis, which despite a premium metallic finish is a little chunkier than it could be. However, with a soundbar tucked away in its desktop stand, there's little to complain about when it comes to design. Solid audio reproduction – and at high volumes – is the final flourish on a TV that marks out Hisense as a serious AV brand to watch. Read the full review: Hisense U9A (H75U9A) http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/52WaSvPecHqfgoXTAVigR9.jpg Hitachi's biggest ever TV – manufactured by Vestel – is not the best 75-incher around. In fact, it has some significant issues with its images. So why is it anywhere near out top five? Price, that's why. The 75HL16T64U is on sale for the price a TV four times smaller cost just a few years ago, and if you're after a budget home cinema, it's the one to go for. Does it look great? Not really; the 75HL16T64U's faux-metallic plastic isn't going to fool anyone, and the frame around the screen is pretty wide, too. This TV is all about practical pricing and design. YouTube and Netflix are here, though, and while black shades and dark colours don't look great, and nor does HDR material, the 75HL16T64U does manage to make native 4K material look both pin-sharp and completely free of motion issues. Paired with a 4K Blu-ray player, the 75HL16T64U is a bargain. Read the full review: Hitachi 75HL16T64U http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/GszcDKhvBuhLtPJm8C8rVj.jpg It was announced at CES 2019 that TCL's awesome (and inexpensive) 6-Series would be getting a 75-inch version starting in 2019. The TV will offer Dolby Vision support, and comes with Roku TV as its smart platform. While TCL's 6-Series didn't impress us quite as much as the other TVs on this list, it is a competitive screen at its price point, offering bright, colorful HDR and exceptionally clear images. If you have deep pockets and a checkbook filled with blank checks, we’d still tell you to reach deep and shell out for LG’s C8 OLED or Samsung’s ultra-bright Q9FN QLED. But, as that’s not always realistic, TCL's fantastic 6-Series will provide you exceptional performance at a price more folks can afford. Read the full review: TCL 6-Series Not quite that big? Read our round-up of the best 65-inch 4K TVshttp://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/UZj6-hKFPlM

Sometime in the next few weeks, Donald Trump is expected to sign an executive order that would ban equipment made by Chinese telecoms from US wireless networks, sources told Politico. The order has reportedly been long-delayed, and a report indicated the Trump administration was and there’s been internal pressure in the Trump administration to sign the order before the Mobile World Congress (MWC) industry convention in Barcelona at the end of the month. Which phones will support 5G first?Here's what we expect to see at MWC 2019Nonplussed about 5G? Here's our list of the best phones out right nowThe order plays into the Trump administration’s trade war and tensions with China, but it also reflects the US, European and Western-allied countries’ apprehension to install Chinese telecom tech into their current and future wireless infrastructure. The US government has been the most outspoken in its suspicions that companies like Huawei have uncomfortably close ties to the Chinese government, and alleged that the company’s tech may even endanger wireless network security with preinstalled backdoors granting Chinese government access -- insinuations Huawei has vehemently denied. Naturally, this is all heating up as 5G looms, which will require specialized infrastructure to make networks ready for the new wireless standard. The US government has reportedly singled out Huawei in particular, banning its tech (along with tech from ZTE) from government use last fall and urging allies not to buy Huawei communications technology. The larger ban Trump is expected to sign in the next few weeks was originally reported to concern only Huawei and ZTE, but now it’s now rumored to include telecom equipment from all Chinese companies. Where does that leave the US? There are other companies to turn to, of course, but Huawei leads the global telecom equipment field with 28% of the market, per Telecom Lead ( ZTE has just over 5%, below Cisco, Ericsson and Nokia). But Huawei’s share of the US telecom equipment market is smaller than other countries like the UK, instead mainly supplying smaller American wireless providers, many in rural and remote areas. Banning Huawei could hurt those small carriers, the company stated, and could leave the country falling behind in 5G. In any case, should the ban be signed, the US will head into MWC with a more concrete policy about who it’s inviting to build out American infrastructure as the world marches toward 5G. We're still not sure when the Samsung Galaxy S10's 5G version is coming -- here's all we do knowVia CNBChttp://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/zYYFZlhJneE

As criticism over its facial recognition system Rekognition has grown among lawmakers and consumers alike, Amazon has come out in favor of legislating the technology and has even proposed guidelines on how to do so. In a blog post, Amazon Web Services' VP of Global Public Policy, Michael Punke laid out five proposed guidelines on how the technology should be used responsibly. However, Punke's suggestions come at a time when the company has been criticized for selling Rekognition to law enforcement agencies despite the fact that researchers claim to have discovered gender and ethnic biases in the system. Here's why facial recognition tech is far from flawlessFacial recognition could be revolutionized by new light-eliminating algorithmFacial recognition technology is being used to diagnose rare diseasesCurrently there are no federal rules regarding the use of facial recognition technology which is why Washington lawmakers are considering creating their own bill to regulate its use. Federal regulationIn his blog post, Punke suggested that federal regulation is necessary to control the use of facial recognition technology, saying: "We understand why people want there to be oversight and guidelines put in place to make sure facial recognition technology cannot be used to discriminate. We support the calls for an appropriate national legislative framework that protects individual civil rights and ensures that governments are transparent in their use of facial recognition technology." While Amazon is now supporting the idea of federal regulation, the e-commerce giant has been hesitant to support Washington's state legislation due to a provision which would require facial recognition software to be open to third-party testing. Facial recognition has huge implications for law enforcement but its potential for misuse is too high for the technology to be used without proper safeguards in place. Via ZDNet We've also highlighted the best VPN to help protect your privacy onlinehttp://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/iozeZ0rsnOA

If you were burned by Apple price spiking the new 2018 MacBook Air over its previous models, B&H Photo and Amazon are thinking of you. Both retailers have slashed a cool $200 off the list price for an entry-level MacBook Air, likely for a limited time given just how big of a name "MacBook Air" is. If you're on Amazon, only the silver and gray colors are available at the discounted rate at the time of writing. Over on B&H, it's solely the gray model that's enjoying the price cut, again at the time of writing. Simply put, this is the price that Apple should have gone with when releasing the new MacBook Air in the first place. Now's your chance to get one of these gorgeous laptops at the price it was meant to be. These are the best Macs we've testedVia The Verge http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/QV1DFKRlA78

Opera has announced that it is adding a built-in VPN to its Opera for Android browser in an effort to better protect its users safety online. The company is already quite familiar with VPNs as it launched and later discontinued its free VPN app for Android called Opera VPN. Now the company has taken things a step further by including a VPN inside its Android browser and beta users around the world will be the first to test out the new feature. In five years, everyone will have a VPNUse this checklist to find a VPN you can trustWhy your small business team needs a VPNOpera explained its decision to add a VPN to its browser in a blog post announcing the new feature, saying: “This exciting new feature in Opera for Android is designed to empower you with increased control and privacy of your browsing. You no longer need to download separate, paid-for apps to shield your browsing when on public Wi-Fi. Just tap on “Settings” in your Opera browser and activate VPN.” A convenient VPN solutionUsers will no longer have to download a separate app to protect their devices with a VPN and Opera's solution also offers unlimited data and the company has said that it won't keep any usage logs. Locations are limited by region and you will have the option to connect to servers in Europe, America or Asia though you won't be able to choose an exact server location by country. Still, for a free VPN, Opera's built-in solution sounds promising and perhaps other companies will follow suit. The company also offers a free, unlimited VPN as part of its desktop web browser and you can try it out now to get a feel for how it will work on mobile. Via Mashable Also check out the best VPNhttp://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/CE-7EQm6X44

Freshly discounted cheap Xbox One bundle deals have appeared this week and we've found some fantastic discounts. So if you've decided it's finally time to opt for a sweet Xbox One deal, then you're in luck. Microsoft is really pushing discounts on the 1TB consoles now too, which are much more accommodating for your library of games and their large install sizes than the regular 500GB models. Anthem, Battlefield V, Forza Horizon 4, Minecraft and more are all getting in on the Xbox One deals train today. Microsoft still needs to pull its socks up as the Xbox One sales are way behind those of the PS4 and owners of Sony's console may by eyeing up a Nintendo Switch purchase soon instead. Retailers are stocking some cheap Xbox One deals as standalone purchases, but the best value is to be found with the bundles with extra games. Xbox One bundles nowadays often cost less than the standalone consoles prices too, so be sure to check out our hand-picked list of the best Xbox One offers below the comparison charts. Or maybe you're looking for a 4K upgrade? Then you'll want to take a look at the latest Xbox One X bundles. Looking to buy in the US or Australia? You'll want to head on over to our US page or AU page. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/534b82f7f9221c1632bf2b2d9cb8ac77.jpg The slimmed-down design of the Xbox One S looks much better than the original chunky box and the power brick is now a thing of the past. The main draw though is 4K visual support meaning you'll be able to watch specialised Blu-Ray and Netflix content in 4K on your new 4K TV. The Xbox One S is now the standard console and has replaced the older model that's been phased out at retailers. The Xbox One S is cheaper too, so in all honesty we've generally stopped covering deals on the older model as you're getting better value with the newer version and we've not spotted any decent stock for months now. More Xbox One dealsStill not found your ideal Xbox One deal in our highlights of the best offers out there? Why not check out more Xbox One bundles directly from the retailers from our list below? AmazonAO.comVery.co.ukJohn LewisArgosCurryshttp://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/hv48ZxsARH7XzniySsyj97.jpg The new Xbox One X is capable of displaying games in glorious HDR 4K and is the most powerful console ever made. Sadly, it has the price-tag to match too as it's way more expensive than the Xbox One S. The comparison chart below is mainly full of prices for the new console on its own. However, we're starting to see better offers appear online where you can get discounted (or sometimes free) games included too. For more details, head on over to our extensive Xbox One X bundles page for the best value deals. If you're looking to play your Xbox games online or take advantage of the free Games with Gold initiative, you'll want to check out our cheap Xbox Live Gold deals page where's we've found prices considerably cheaper than the default RRP. http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/_23CpMKkSrI

In its latest effort to aid developers in finding bugs in their software, Google has announced that its scalable fuzzing tool ClusterFuzz will now be open-source and available to all. The search giant has been using the tool internally for some years now and it has allowed developers to find over 16,000 bugs in Chrome. A few years ago, Google launched its OSS-Fuzz service which utilised ClusterFuzz, though it was only available to open-source projects. EU to fund bug bounty program for top open-source softwareHP launches bug bounty program for printersBitcoin bug exploited to print millions of PigeoncoinsFuzzing is an automated method for detecting bugs in software that works by feeding large numbers of unexpected inputs to a target program. While the process may crash an application, fuzzing is quite effective at discovering memory corruption bugs that can often have serious security implications. Fuzzing at scaleFor fuzzing to be truly effective though, it must be continuous, carried out at scale and integrated into a software project's development process. This is why Google created ClusterFuzz which is run on over 25,000 cores. ClusterFuzz is able to provide end-to-end automation, from bug detection, to triage, to bug reporting and finally to closing bug reports automatically. In addition to detecting bugs in Chrome, Google's tool has discovered 11,000 bugs in over 160 open-source source projects that utilised OSS-Fuzz. Fuzzing has grown in popularity recently due to the fact that more and more software testing and deployment is automated. ClusterFuzz is now available on Google's GitHub repository and the company has even provided detailed instructions for developers that wish to begin using its tool to integrate fuzzing into their workflows. Via TechCrunch We've also highlighted the best antivirus to protect your systems from the latest cyber threatshttp://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/2DB15GAgDM0

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner and if you, like many others, are still searching for that perfect gift placing an order online for flowers is always an easy and romantic option. You can order a gorgeous floral arrangement in minutes from a variety of online retailers including; 1-800-Flowers, ProFlowers, Bouqs, and many more. Right now most U.S. retailers (get U.K. deals here) are still offering standard shipping fees for Valentine’s Day delivery. If you don’t mind your flowers arriving early, ProFlowers is offering a 20% discount on all Valentine’s Day gifts with delivery between 02/10 and 02/13. For all those who love to procrastinate, fear not, because all of the online flower delivery services we've listed below offer same-day delivery as long as your order is placed by a specific time and for an additional fee. We'll continue to update delivery fees and cut-off dates for Valentine's Day delivery as we get closer to the big day. Online flower delivery services:If flowers aren't your thing, we've listed a wide selection of Valentine's Day sales and collections below from retailers such as Amazon, Victoria's Secret, Shari's Berries and more. Amazon has also knocked down the Amazon Echo prices ahead of Valentine's and has a great Kindle Paperwhite deal running too. Valentine's Day salesAmazon - A wide selection of gifts for him, her, kids, pets and moreWalmart - Gifts that include flowers, jewelry, chocolates and perfumeGodiva Chocolates - 20% off select Valentine's Day products + free shipping on orders $25+Victoria's Secret - Free slippers with $50 sleep or lingerie purchaseShari's Berries - 20% off gifts $29+Lindt Chocolates - Free Standard Shipping on orders $60+ with code FREESHIP60Nordstrom - Handpicked gifts that ship for free Overstock - Save up to 25% on Valentine's Day giftsKohl's - 25-30% off select watcheshttp://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/24FWNT2qHtE

Get your Valentine's Day flowers delivered online this year and avoid the drama of phoning florists on the day and listening to their cruel laughter as you ask if they can make a delivery that afternoon. "I'll just pick something up on the day" you say? Unless you get to your local florist first thing, or even the day before, you might not have much to choose from either. And no, petrol station flowers aren't going to cut it. Do you really want to explain why your wilting bouquet smells of diesel? Don't panic though, because we've done our research and tracked down the best online flower delivery services in the UK (we've also covered the best options in the US). Delivery charges have been accounted for too, and we made sure to mention if you can allocate specific days for delivery. Some online florists charge extra for Valentine's Day, which is to be expected really given the huge demand on the day. Don't forget, most of these flower deliveries won't come with a vase despite the photos, although we have found one store that does clearly label some deals as coming with one for free. Get Valentine's Day flowers delivered on timeMore Valentine's sales and dealsIf you're after something different for Valentine's Day, we've rounded up a few more retailers below. These stores have dedicated sales and promotions running right now for gift ideas to help you out. Need some offers to get you going first, well Amazon has some great Amazon Echo deals ahead of Valentine's and there's a great Kindle Paperwhite deal promotion today too. Amazon - a huge choice with super fast delivery optionsAsos - save up to 70% on the latest fashionBoohoo - the fashion retailer has big discounts running every dayLovehoney.co.uk - spice up your love life via the adults only websiteTravel Supermarket - book a romantic getaway todayVery.co.uk - gifts and fashion for him and for herhttp://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/GeTX4Td_vdk

Welcome to our SSD vs HDD guide, where we'll look at the pros and cons of traditional hard drives (HDD) and solid state drives (SSD) to help you choose which one is the best for your needs. When you’re looking to buy a new computer or laptop, or if you’re researching ways to upgrade your machine, you’ll see a lot of references to both hard drives and SSDs, but which one is best for you? Here we'll compare the two storage mediums, look at which tasks they excel in, and which ones they’re not so good at. If you’ve got a desktop PC, then you’ll have the luxury of being able to install both types of hard drive at once. If you go down that route, this guide will help you identify the best ways to use those drives to maximize their performance. Before we dive into comparing SSD vs HDD technology, let’s take a quick look at each type of drive. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Bai7QFsqsfHwreChF2A8gK.jpeg A traditional hard drive uses a spinning disc What is a traditional hard disk drive (HDD)?If you have a desktop PC it will most likely have a traditional hard disk drive, on which the operating system, along with any applications you install, and your files and folders, are stored. A traditional hard drive contains a circular disc – known as a platter – that stores your data. The disc spins, allowing the read-write arm to read data on the disc (or write data to it) as it passes. The faster the platter spins, the faster the hard drive works, which can impact how quickly your operating system responds, and how long it takes applications installed on the drive to load and open. Older hard drives use an IDE port to connect to the motherboard of a PC, but most modern hard drives use a SATA connection. The most recent version of SATA, SATA III, is found on modern motherboards, and enables the fastest possible data transfers for a HDD. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/FWaXQBBWs26XQLG7i9v3ZZ.jpg Solid State Drives (SSDs) offer faster ways to store data What is a solid state drive (SSD)?A solid state drive (SSD) is newer storage technology, but it’s still been around for a while now, and if you have a modern laptop, it’s likely that it uses an SSD. As the name suggests, an SSD – unlike a traditional hard drive – has no moving parts. Instead, it uses NAND flash memory. The more NAND (Negative-AND) memory chips an SSD has, the more storage capacity it has. Modern technology allows SSDs to have more NAND chips than ever, which means SSDs can have capacities similar to HDDs. Many SSDs come with SATA III ports, which means they can be easily installed in place of a HDD, and many also come in the 2.5-inch format that smaller hard drives also come in. However, the maximum data throughput of SATA III is 600MB/s, and while this is fine for HDDs, SDDs are capable of much faster speeds, which means if you have an SSD with a SATA III connection, the drive’s performance is actually being held back by its SATA connection. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/pFpRbpjhQnbG2dR8VZARbZ.jpg On the left is the SATA III connection of a hard drive To avoid that bottleneck, you can get SSDs that have a PCIe connection. These drives slot into the PCIe lane of a motherboard, enabling much faster speeds. However, if you have a smaller motherboard, or you use your PCIe lanes for other devices, such as graphics cards or sound cards, then you may not want an SSD taking up a lane. Another increasingly common connection for SSDs is the M.2. If your laptop uses an SSD, it’s most likely using an M.2 connection, and most modern desktop PCs have motherboards with an M.2 port. M.2 SSDs are typically smaller than other SSDs, which means they can be easily installed without impacting your other components. NVMe (Non-Volatile Memory Express) is the newest SSD technology, and offers incredibly fast data transfer speeds. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/CEK9aPmXGsmHKuKBV4weDZ.jpg This SSD uses a PCIe connection for improved speeds SSD vs HDD: priceWhen you’re choosing between an SSD and HDD, the first big difference you’ll notice at first is the price. SSDs are typically more expensive per gigabyte than traditional hard drives. However, it’s worth noting that some SSDs are more expensive than others. Older SATA III SSDs are cheaper than M2 and PCIe SSDs, and because the technology has been around for a while, certain SATA III SSDs aren’t all that more expensive than a traditional hard drive. Check out our best cheap SSD deals guide for help finding the best price for an SSD. If you want the most capacity for the least amount of money, HDDs are the way to go. Manufacturing processes for traditional HDDs mean they're now relatively cheap to produce, which makes them more affordable. You can get some large HDDs for very low prices, but if you’re keeping important data on the drives, it’s best to check out user reviews and reports about their reliability. We’ve also got a guide on the best cheap hard drive deals, which can help you to bag a bargain. SSD vs HDD: capacityClosely tied to the price when comparing SSDs and HDDs is the capacities of the drives. Generally, if you’re after a lot of storage space, HDD is the way to go. HDD capacities range from 40GB up to 12TB for commercial hard drives, while there are even larger capacities for enterprise use. These days you can get a 2TB hard drive for an affordable price, which offers you plenty of space. HDDs around the 8TB to 12TB size are primarily used for servers and NAS devices, where you need a lot of space for holding backups. Generally, we’d recommend having several smaller hard drives rather than a single large hard drive. This is because if the drive fails, you may lose all your data – if your data is held across several drives, if one drive fails, you won't lose everything. So, HDDs are good for storing lots of large files, which makes them good for holding photos, videos and games. In the past SSDs generally weren’t capable of such large capacities, but thanks to advances in technology you can now get SSDs with terabytes of storage. However, this comes at a premium, and large SDDs often come with prohibitively high price tags. If you can, it’s a good idea to go for a smaller SSD, maybe around 160GB–256GB, to hold programs such as your operating system, for which you want to take advantage of the SSD’s higher speed, and then use a HDD to store other files where speed isn’t as important. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/nVSM7oQzY3ZhubuNv44NEZ.png An SSD with an M.2 connection SSD vs HDD: speedIn the match-up between SSDs vs HDDs, speed is where we really begin to see a difference. Solid state drives have always been much faster than traditional hard drives, but with SSD technology advancing all the time, and the SATA III bottleneck removed, the difference is now starker than ever. First, let’s look at HDD speeds. Because these drives using a spinning platter, the speed of the drive is largely dependent on the RPM (revolutions per minute) the drive is capable of – and the higher the RPM, the faster the drive can perform. Many budget hard drives have an RPM of 5,400 RPM, which is the slowest speed modern hard drives are capable of – you’re better off going for a drive that can achieve 7,200 RPM, which is what most modern HDDs will be rated at. You can get higher-RPM drives, up to 10,000 RPM and even higher, but these are rarer and more expensive. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/d7BdegFgThQD4CpftPUMBW.jpg The higher the RPM of a hard drive, the faster it performs SSD and HDD speeds are measured in MB/s (megabytes per second) for both read (how fast the drive can read data) and write (how fast data can be written to the drive). There are other factors in play that determine HDD speeds, such as capacity, but in general a SATA III hard drive at 5,400 RPM will have speeds of around 100MB/s, while a 7,200 RPM will be 150MB/s. Because SSDs don’t have any moving parts their speeds aren’t dependent on RPMs, but on the technology – and the data connection – of the drive. A solid state drive with a SATA III connection should achieve around 550MB/s read and 520MB/s write speeds, though some will be faster – but will max out at 600MB/s. So, even with a SATA III connection, which limits the speed of SSDs, you’re getting around four times the speed of traditional hard drives. However, if you use one of the better-optimized connections for SSDs, the speed difference really opens up. Average speeds for PCIe/M.2 SSDs range from around 1.2GB/s up to around 1.4GB/s – and if you’ve got the budget there are even some that can reach 2.2GB/s. So, you’re looking at around 10 times the speed if you go for one of these SSDs. When it comes to speed and performance, SSDs are definitely the way to go. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/BWrLj2ke5kXtR8EcYg3CKn.jpg SSHDs combine the best of SSDs and HDDs. Image credit: Seagate SSD vs HDD: other considerationsThere are other things you should consider when thinking about whether to buy an SSD or HDD. For example, because SSDs don’t have any moving parts they're more robust, which makes them a better choice for laptops and other mobile devices. An SSD can also use less power than a HDD, which means laptops may benefit from longer battery lives when using an SSD – although this will depend on the kind of SSD you use, and what you use it for. So is an SSD or a HDD best for you? While SSDs are faster, more robust and more power-efficient, HDDs are more affordable – especially when it comes to larger capacities. As we mentioned earlier, if you have the option then it may be worth getting a smaller SSD for your operating system and apps, along with a HDD to store your files. There are also hybrid drives, known as SSHDs, which offer the best of both worlds, with the speeds of SSDs and the capacities of HDDs in a single drive, and which are worth considering if you don’t have the space in your device for multiple hard drives. Best SSDs 2019: the top solid-state drives for your PCImage credits unless stated: Future Publishing http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/eD8hIBuzDiU

Whether you've just bought yourself a brand new phone or your contract has come to an end, cheap SIM only deals can be an absolute life saver when you find yourself lacking a phone contract. And luckily, UK mobile retailer Fonehouse currently has some of the cheapest SIMO deals out there thanks to a huge cashback promotion. There are two deals that especially stand out, both of which are on EE. The first gets you 10GB of data for an effective price of just £5 per month and the second ups it to 20GB of data for an effective £7 each month after cashback (just scroll down the screen after you've clicked through to see these top tariffs). There is a bit of a catch here though if you want to get these SIMs at such a low price. Both of them are only this cheap after cashback by redemption. That means a little bit of persistence, claiming your money back in instalments during the third, fifth, ninth and twelve month of your contract. So although the monthly payments may be a bit more expensive in the first instance, the savings in the long run are incredible. So if you want to get your hands on what are, effectively the cheapest big data SIMO deals out there scroll down for all of the details. Or if you don't want the hassle of cashback, check out our best SIM only deals page for all the other options available. These cashback SIMO deals on EE in full:http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/1Y4QrfknphE

The data backup and storage company Carbonite has announced that it has acquired endpoint security provider Webroot for $618m. The deal will allow Carbonite to combine the strengths of both companies to provide customers with automated cloud security software that has emergency backup already built in. Taking care of business: ransomware adopts a new modelHow safe is your data in the cloud and elsewhere?Bring your own security: protecting business data on every deviceThis would be a game-changer for the cybersecurity industry and the company's CEO Mohamad Ali explained how combining both companies products would benefit users to investors on a conference call, saying: “Imagine a product that not only secures your endpoints, but if something gets through, automatically recovers it by going back to an older version of your environment or an older version of an infected file. Nobody does this today. We have the opportunity to create a whole new way of securing and recovering.” Endpoint security with cloud backupCarbonite will use cash on hand as well as a $550m loan from Barclays, Citizens Bank and RBC Capital Markets to fund the acquisition which is its largest to date since purchasing Mozy from Dell for $145m last year. The company estimates that it will be able to generate $50m by selling to Webroot's customers while simultaneously saving $20m as a result of the acquisition. The fact that Webroot has built automation into its endpoint cybersecurity tool helps set it apart from its competitors in the space and was one of the main reasons Carbonite was drawn to it. According to Ali, other tools are capable of monitoring devices on a network for intrusions but they rely on human operators to take the next recovery steps while Webroot can take action automatically. The deal is expected to close by the end of March though Carbonite predicts the news will immediately start to boost the earnings of the combined companies. Via Xconomy Protect your devices from the latest cyber threats with the best antivirus and back up your data with the best cloud backuphttp://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/4bmr0kN6ffg

Looking for the best 55-inch TV out there? TechRadar has you covered. In this buying guide we'll take you through what to look for in your new 55-inch television, and the latest and greatest models waiting to be taken into your home. 55-inch is the goldilocks of TV sizes: not as compact as the 40-inch TVs, and not as super-sized as the 65-inch TVs either, the 55-inch TV occupies a great middle-ground between sheer size and practicality. Of course, if you’re looking for a superior home cinema experience, a bigger 65-inch or 75-inch TV is going to be the best for maximum impact. But a 55-inch set will still offer a sizeable picture for your movies and TV shows, without taking up every inch of space in your living room – as well as every penny in your paycheck. If a 55-inch TV set sounds a little too big for your needs, then check out our pick of the best 40-inch screens for your living room.Whether you already knew a 55-inch TV was right for you or we’ve managed to talk you round to the idea, you shouldn’t worry about finding one with the basics baked in. Most 55-inch TVs that are on the market right now will support 4K resolution, HDR and will have built-in smart TV services to boot. So unless you're looking at an old or very, very cheap model, you should find at least one of these features (and usually all three). That means that to make your decision about which 55-inch 4K TV to buy, you’ll need to focus on the model you want, as well as how much cash you're willing to part with to give your home entertainment setup an upgrade. You'll also need to consider whether you'd prefer the unrivalled brightness of LCD or the cinema-beating black levels and deep contrast of an OLED. Granted that’s a lot to consider, but we're here to point you towards some of the best 55-inch 4K TVs available to buy. All the sets listed below have been tried-and-tested by our expert reviewers, and you can click through to read the full reviews for more about the pluses and minuses of each model. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/genG5X5meaJ5BZHWKTVMS8.jpg There is a clear winner in the 55-inch 4K TV game, and it’s the LG C8 OLED – available in a 55-inch version as well as a 65-inch. This year's TV offers a boost on the hardware side compared to last year's C7, with a new Alpha9 Processor boosting the TV's High Frame Rate content and offering a significantly larger Look Up Table (LUT) to help the TV more accurately re-create images. While there are other OLEDs worth considering in 2018 (see: Sony's A1E OLED or LG's B8 and E8), we think this is the best 55-inch 4K TV for the price. Read the full review: LG OLED55C8 http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/6f3dff1f35126f08a8c8eaca016b90d3.jpg http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/TRmjce2S2BVX4vN638ncVT.jpg This was the first 2018-series high-end TV we reviewed, and we were immediately impressed. The Sony XBR-55X900F is an LCD TV, but in most conditions you get OLED-like black performance thanks to excellent local dimming with minimal halo-ing. This year Sony has improved brightness and motion handling. It makes the most of HDR, and retains more detail when there's motion on screen. The Sony XBR-55X900F is also significantly less expensive than most OLED TVs – you get top-end performance on a more sensible budget. Like the 2017's Sony BRAVIA XBR-65X900E the set uses Android TV, which is flexible but can feel slow at times. However, the balance of cost and image quality is spot-on. In the UK this TV is knows as the Sony KD55XF9005. Read the full review of the 65-inch version: Sony XBR-65X900F http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/6f3dff1f35126f08a8c8eaca016b90d3.jpg http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/GszcDKhvBuhLtPJm8C8rVj.jpg If you had deep pockets and a checkbook filled with blank checks, we'd tell you to reach deep and shell out for only the best TVs on the market – LG's crazy-thin OLED W8 or Samsung's ultra-bright Q9FN QLED. That's not really realistic, though. For the vast, vast majority of us, our budget to spend on a TV is limited to somewhere under $1,000 (and often less than that). To that end, it's absolutely fair to say that the TCL 6-Series is the best TV you can possibly get in this price range. Its performance-per-dollar is unmatched, and its picture quality – despite a few minor flaws – will truly impress you. Read the full review: TCL 6-Series (R615, R617) http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ChBZQYgqfw54jessAdnpbd.jpg Buy a B&O TV and you don’t just get high-end image quality: the B&O BeoVision Eclipse is also a design statement. It has an integrated 450W, six-driver soundbar and a motorized stand that lets you tilt the screen to suit your viewing position. It’s a stunning floor-standing TV (rather than one you mount on the wall). The display itself is an OLED made by LG. You get the similar image quality and the same software, WebOS, as one of LG's own sets. That means perfect black and excellent color, if not quite as strong motion handling as the very latest high-end Sony LCD TVs. If you're not bothered about the B&O magic sprinkled on the Eclipse, you'll see similar image quality with one of LG's latest OLEDs. However, this is one TV you can't just boil down to its image versus the price: it offers a different experience, and a different look, to any other TV out there. The price? You'll need to cough up $9,995 (£7,495, AU$13,990). Read the full review: B&O BeoVision Eclipse http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/BCJr5r9C4ig75mjazDofPe.jpg It might seem ludicrously expensive, but Sony’s 55A1E – and the A1E OLED series in general – are phenomenal devices in just every way imaginable. Their ‘picture only’ design has been gorgeously brought to life, somehow managing to be simultaneously subtle and dramatic. This set even delivers on sound performance through their unique screen vibration technology. Where the A1E really shines, though, is its ability to deliver pictures that are beautifully colorful, rich in contrast and exquisitely detailed. These prove once and for all what we’ve long suspected: more manufacturers incorporating OLED technology can only be a good thing. Read the full review: Sony Bravia OLED A1E http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/6f3dff1f35126f08a8c8eaca016b90d3.jpg http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/LAKWhBetX7W65F8hTnVU5S.jpg Samsung was the first brand to introduce an HDR-compatible screen way back in 2015, but it's not been sitting back and taking it easy since. It's latest flagship, the QN55Q9F (QE55Q9FAM in the UK), is a perfect example of this. It ups the brightness to 1500 nits, 50% higher than the level required for UHD Premium certification, making it one of the brightest TVs we've ever tested, and a front runner in the 55-inch 4K TV category. Outside of an impressive-sounding number, this brightness has a real impact on the set's image quality. Detail is preserved in even the brightest areas of the image, and colors are exceptionally vivid and bright. That means even non-HDR content looks fantastic thanks to Samsung's SDR upscaling technology. No TV is perfect: the Q9F can occasionally suffer from some backlight clouding around bright objects, and some settings cause color striping in HDR colors, but in all other respects this is one of the best televisions around at the moment. Read the full review: Samsung Q9F QLED TV http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/6f3dff1f35126f08a8c8eaca016b90d3.jpg http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/40b2b3d7ba2327232a47dad5a001e7e4.jpg AV enthusiasts living in the UK have it good. Not only do you have access to great OLEDs from Sony and LG, but Philips and Panasonic each have their own line of infinite contrast screens that are exclusive to your neck of the woods. Of them, one of our favorites is the Philips 55POS901F: a gorgeous-looking 55-inch TV built around an OLED panel. The screen makes a stunning first impression thanks to the radiance of its three-sided Ambilight system and the gleaming metallic purity of its bodywork. It’s much more than just a pretty face, though. By the time you've added to the 55POS901F's heady 4K HDR picture mix OLED's ability to be watched from wider angles than current LCD TVs, without losing color and contrast, you have on your hands one of the best TVs on the market, even in the especially competitive 55-inch screen space. Read the full review: Philips 55POS901F http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/6f3dff1f35126f08a8c8eaca016b90d3.jpg http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/BHAtRR7csAjCkhcDj6PqPL.jpg If OLED displays seem too expensive, LG might just have your plan B. The LG OLED B8, like the OLED B7 before it, offers a great entry point into the OLED display technology. It's exactly the same OLED panel as the more advanced W8, C8, or E8 televisions from LG, so even if it's the runt of the litter, you're still getting some serious OLED contrast levels at more affordable price. The B8 has stuck with last year's processor while the rest of the family get an upgrade, but you're still getting a great base level of image quality. The body of the set has also been slimmed down to only 1.85 inches, seemingly without impacting on the sound quality from its built-in speakers. If you're looking to get a taste of OLED for a good £200 / $200 less than the C8, the B8 is still an example of great image quality and gorgeous design. Get on that OLED ladder. 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Sometimes 55 inches just isn't enough. TV viewers are expecting bigger, more impressive displays than ever, and the fleet of high-spec 65-inch televisions hitting the market are set to satisfy that. TV makers tend to save their best processing and panel technology for the truly big screens too, so if you're investing in a 65-inch set, it's likely you're getting the best the company has to offer. The massive screen size will be a problem for some – not to mention the price tag that usually come with it. But if you want to know the very best 65-inch TVs from the likes of Samsung, LG, and TCL, we've put together our extensive list of the top ten 65-inch TVs current available to buy. Most of the sets below will have launched last year – 2019 has barely started, after all – though new models arriving throughout the coming year. If you can't wait for a new model or a price drop on any listed below, then go ahead. But if you want to get the very latest bigscreen tech into your home, we'll be updating this guide as new market-leading TVs are released. If a 65-inch TV is going to be far too big for your home, then take a look at our top pick of the best best 55-inch and best 40-inch TVs instead.Not only are there upcoming new models to consider, but there’s also the monster size. After all, a whole 65 inches of TV display won't fit well into every home (and won't fit at all in some). So if 65-inches is a little too big, then go down to a 55-inch TV. That way, you can save yourself some money by sacrificing some screen size real estate. But assuming you’ve done the math and the measurements and a 65-inch TV will a) fit into your home and not break the bank when you buy it, then there’s still a lot to consider. But don’t worry, we’re here to help you figure out which 65-inch model is for you. Best 65-inch TV sets: making a choiceThe sets in this list give you a wealth of choice at the popular 65-inch TV size, but as we've said, sometimes a lot of choice gets confusing. That's why we're here to try and help you answer the question: which one is right for you? Currently, our favorite 65-inch 4K TVs are LG's series of OLED TVs, boasting exceptional black levels and premium HDR in the form of Dolby Vision. On the other hand, they aren't the best option for brightly lit rooms. If your living room's ratio of windows to doors is too high, you might want to consider Samsung's QLED TV series for your 65-inch 4K TV purchase instead. In comparison to the LG mosels, these are bright and colorful, and pack in technology that helps them cope with overly bright environments. Of course, Sony TVs come with both OLED and LED panels, and you can't go wrong with these either – so you really are spoilt for choice when it comes to picking out the best 65-inch TV set. Don't forget 60-inch TVs either – we haven't highlighted any in particular in this list, but you still get a decent-sized set, all the benefits of a 4K resolution, and the usual set of smart TV features too. Oh, and they're cheaper. As you consider what you can afford, how bright your room is and where it'll look best in your living room, let's take a look at our favorite 65-inch 4K TVs right now. Each one in this list has been tested and approved by our expert team of reviewers, so you can make a well-informed decision. The best shows on Netflix right nowThe best movies on Netflix UK right nowhttp://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/JQVfQX8t6HGwTkB8MHz6wG.jpg 65-inch LG OLED65C8 The big question this year for 65-inch 4K TV buyers with money to spend is QLED or OLED? QLED is Samsung's LCD-based screen tech, while LG makes not just the panels for its own OLED TVs but the other makers too. An OLED like the OLED65C8 is hard to beat for a cinema-like environment. This 65-inch TV actually has much better contrast, and probably color, than your local cinema screen. It uses WebOS software too, which just about the best smart TV interface out there in our humble opinion. Cinematic images, smart software and slick design – what more could you want? Well, as you're asking, Samsung's QLED TVs are much brighter (which does wonders for HDR), and their motion handling is a little better too. However, for the image quality fundamentals of color and contrast, the LG OLED65C8 still wins in our opinion. This TV is so high up our list for its practicality, though. It costs less than other OLEDs, or Samsung's top QLED, which makes it our top choice. Read the full review: LG OLED65C8 http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/CLUQUW8nXqavB6CrQ6wr6E.jpg 65-inch Samsung 65Q9FN The Samsung 65Q9FN deserves bold statements, so here's one: this is the best LCD TV we've ever seen. It might be the best TV to date for some. Sure, it may not be perfect, but this is the closest you can get to a 65-inch TV that has it all. Its HDR images are amazing, and its upscaler engine makes content of almost all resolutions look great. The Samsung 65Q9FN uses direct LED lighting to avoid the halo-ing seen in older LCD TVs, while delivering blacks that, in most conditions, don't look too far off those of an OLED TV. Even the sound is the best that we've heard from a Samsung TV in years, so it's a strong all-rounder. In perfect cinema-style conditions you'll see deeper blacks from an OLED though. Sony's latest TVs have more advanced motion handling, and image quality does take a hit at an angle, so keep that in mind. However, you can't do any better at the moment if you want ultra-bright HDR images, as well as great contrast. Read the full review: Samsung 65Q9FN http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/6f3dff1f35126f08a8c8eaca016b90d3.jpg http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/YmybX3SdLbmDxzZdDi4Qd3.jpg 65-inch Panasonic TX65FZ952B The Panasonic TX65FZ952B is perhaps the classiest OLED TV around – it comes with a clever soundbar, but detach it and the TV looks restrained and minimal. The soundbar also has a mammoth 12 drivers, for audio actually worth listening to. Picture quality is fantastic on this 65-inch 4K TV set, edging out LG's models with better handling of areas of shadow, which can look a little noisy in the LG sets. Not so here, however. On the downside, there's no Dolby Atmos or Dolby Vision processing, which seems a shame when the audio and visual sides are otherwise so strong. The price also needs to be considered. At several hundred dollars (or pounds) more than the LG C8 or Sony KD-65AF8, you had better appreciate the extra magic Panasonic has put into this 65-inch TV's processing and calibration. Read the full review: Panasonic FZ950/952 http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/d4zYTHoyiaqcfAoQDfiG79.jpg 65-inch LG OLED65E8 The LG OLED65E8 is similar to the LG C8 you'll find above. But why is it lower on our list of the best 65-inch 4K TVs? Let us explain. This is the premium alternative to the C8. It has a better speaker system and a more impressive-looking 'floating' stand design. However, underneath the gloss and audio improvements, you get more or less the same TV, with the same Alpha 9 processor. The OLED65E8 is a few hundreds dollars/pounds more expensive than the C8, so think carefully about whether the upgrade is worth it. We use a surround sound speaker system with the TV, so the benefits of the improved drivers are minimal. Read the full review: LG OLED65E8 http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/qZrBf3pRwY3FfB8653Yi4D.jpg 65-inch Sony A8F/AF8 OLED There are nowadays a handful of choices if you want a 65-inch OLED TV. Sony, Panasonic and LG all make them, and each offers multiple options. In some ways the 65-inch Sony KD-65AF8 is the best of the lot. Its processing is excellent, making SD and HD look better than the LG competition, and this is largely down to great upscaling algorithms. Its motion handling is excellent too. And when you add that to the vivid color and flawless contrast of OLED, you're on to a winner. Be prepared for some frustration, though, because the Android TV software is awkward and prone to crashes (it's made us want to snap the remote a few times in the past). Like other OLEDs, the Sony KD-65AF8 can't go as bright as Samsung's latest QLED TVs either, making HDR look a little less potent. Check out the full review: Sony A8F / AF8 OLED http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/wn7WVgXthNzzwNMFrPFfoJ.jpg Sony XBR-65X900F The Sony XBR-65X900F was one of the first 65-inch 4K TVs of 2018, taking over from 2017's Sony XBR-65X900E. Improvements include greater brightness, which improves HDR performance, and even better motion handling. In fact, we doubt you'll find smoother motion handling on any other set. Image quality is also fantastic, with great black depth and insight – even SD content looks good. As this is an LCD you don't quite get the perfect blacks of OLED, but it gets as close as LCD can. Like previous Sonys, the Sony XBR-65X900F uses Android TV, which can be frustrating at times. However, it does give you access to masses of apps, games and streaming services. Sound quality has improved too, although this TV's speakers won't, of course, make an action movie's explosions shake your floorboards. In the UK this 65-inch TV set is known as the KD-65XF9005. Read the full review: Sony BRAVIA XBR-65X900F http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/6f3dff1f35126f08a8c8eaca016b90d3.jpg http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/vje4ijJBmK6qDqibf6ipW9.jpg 65-inch B&O BeoVision Eclipse Do you have serious money to spend? No other 65-inch 4K TV makes the visual impact of the B&O BeoVision Eclipse. It has a motorized stand that tilts the screen to match your viewing position, and it has an oversized, ultra-loud sound bar built into the frame too. The B&O BeoVision Eclipse stands on the floor, not on a TV stand or perched on the wall (though there is the option to wall mount it). B&O teamed-up with LG to produce this set, so you get roughly the same image quality and the same software as one of LG's top-performing OLEDs – that means stunning contrast and flawless black levels. Sure, a high-end LCD has higher brightness and more powerful-looking HDR, but the cinematic look of OLED is hard to beat. And the price? At $15,595 (£10,795, $19,990) this is the most expensive TV on our list of 65-inch 4K-capable sets. It's not for everyone, but is a piece of striking living room furniture as well as one of the best TVs around. Read the full review: B&O BeoVision Eclipse http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/6f3dff1f35126f08a8c8eaca016b90d3.jpg http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/VVAyWyZTY7V6iVihqkoHFn.jpg 65-inch Sony A1E OLED If you have the money to bankroll them, the 65-inch 4K TV 65A1E – and the A1E OLED series overall – are crowd-pleasers in just about every way. Their 'picture only' design has been beautifully realized, managing to be simultaneously subtle and dramatic. Meanwhile, their vibrating screen delivers a far more powerful and effective sound performance than we'd ever thought possible. The real stars of the show here, though, are the A1's exquisitely detailed, contrast-rich and colorful pictures. These prove emphatically what we've long suspected: more brands using OLED technology can only lead to good things for TVs in general. In 2018 Sony has replaced the A1 with the BRAVIA A8F, but the only real difference is the stand design. If you find this TV at a great price, jump on it, as it's still one of the best 65-inch TV sets on the market. Read the full review: Sony Bravia OLED A1E http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/6f3dff1f35126f08a8c8eaca016b90d3.jpg http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/qGE48aX2T2kdfvM7msSMjW.jpg 65-inch LG OLED65B8 If OLED displays seem too expensive, LG might just have your plan B. The LG OLED B8, like the OLED B7 before it, offers a great entry point into the OLED display technology. It's exactly the same OLED panel as the more advanced W8, C8, or E8 televisions from LG, so even if it's the runt of the litter, you're still getting some serious OLED contrast levels at more affordable price. The B8 has stuck with last year's processor while the rest of the family get an upgrade, but you're still getting a great base level of image quality. The body of the set has also been slimmed down to only 1.85 inches, seemingly without impacting on the sound quality from its built-in speakers. If you're looking to get a taste of OLED for a good £200 / $200 less than the C8, the B8 is still an example of great image quality and gorgeous design. Get on that OLED ladder. Read the full review: LG OLED B8 (OLED55B8, OLED65B8) http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/6f3dff1f35126f08a8c8eaca016b90d3.jpg http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/aFYYdmQqFMkzVq2FZfAypE.jpg 65-inch TCL 6-Series Roku TV There's no doubt in our minds – the TCL P6-Series was hands down the best budget TV of last year in the sub-$1,000 price range. It made our Best TVs of 2017 list, as well as our Best 4K TVs of 2017 list, alongside OLEDs from Sony and LG, and QLED TVs from Samsung – all of which cost two, three, four or even five times as much as TCL’s budget-friendly series. If there was a downside to last year's models, one that could've and should've been fixed by year's end, it was the fact that the TVs were limited to one size – a paltry 55-inch screen. Worse, production couldn’t keep up with the heavy demand once word got out how spectacular those TVs were. Thankfully that's all changed this year and the TCL 6-Series is now available in a gorgeous, affordable 65-inch TV size that not only looks phenomenal, but goes easy on your wallet as well for a 4K screen. Read the full review: TCL 6-Series (R615, R617) http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/bzPHSSkFBbugPr9x84p2mR.jpg Philips OLED 803 4K Philips has significantly upgraded the picture processing power of its 2018 OLED TVs, and the benefits of this new-found brawn can be seen writ large, with enhanced contrast and spectacular colors. The brand’s second generation P5 Perfect Processing Engine offers twice the picture processing power of the original, and that was a pretty impressive chip in its own right. The effectiveness of Philips second generation P5 picture engine may sometimes be subtle with real-world content, but it gives this 65-inch TV set an edge when it comes to playing 4K or HD in SDR. Buyers should weigh the visual benefits against the minor irritations, like poor catch-up TV provision, just two full-spec UHD HDMI inputs, and the lack of Dolby Vision. The Philips Hue-compatible Ambilight room lighting system, and the promise of an early Android TV updates, however, might just balance the books. With a competitive price point for the technology on offer, the 803 is arguably Philips most compelling OLED proposition to date. 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When it comes to phone prices nobody manages to push the limits with more staggering speed than Apple and its iPhones. Ever since the iPhone broke the £1,000 price mark, and added even more glass to the handset - which is also bigger and harder to hold - damage has been more likely. Turning your thoughts to iPhone insurance is only natural. So should you get your smartphone insured to make sure that glass is protected from drops, the device is covered for theft and, crucially, your hangover after a big night doesn't also have to be compounded by a lost phone without cover? Not bought your mobile yet? Then check out today's best iPhone dealsWhat's covered by an iPhone-based insurance policy?Cover will vary from policy to policy so be sure to check you've got cover for everything you need. The main things to think about are theft, loss and damage. But beyond that you might want to check the fine print to make sure it covers water damage specifically. Another factor is calls made after a phone is stolen - not all policies cover this either so you might want to check twice before picking a cheaper policy that may not cover this. If you want a replacement phone while yours is gone, then that might be another part of the policy you need to look out for and add. Who needs to insure their iPhone?Anyone with a relatively new iPhone could use insurance. Unless you have some way of never losing, breaking or having your iPhone stolen (and please let us know if you do!) then insurance is needed. That or you're rich enough to just replace it outright, of course. Some home insurance policies cover gadgets, but not outside the home. So you may wish to add your iPhone to that policy, but it will mean paying a greater excess on all your home insurance if you claim. How much will it cost to insure my iPhone?Prices will vary depending on what model you splashed out on. Typically you're going to be looking at a cost of between £70 and £180 per year. You could find a decent policy on a new iPhone XS or iPhone XR costs you around £100 for the year, or £10 per month. As that storage space and value goes up so too does the insurance price. Something the keep in mind when picking which iPhone to go for in the first place perhaps - insurance on an iPhone SE will be far less, of course. Not sure which iPhone to go for? Then see our expert guide on choosing the best iPhone. Insuring your iPhone with Apple Rather than going for a third-party insurer, Apple itself does offer a level of cover itself called Apple Care+. This service won't cover you for loss or theft but it will help when it comes to damage. So combing this home insurance could be a smart combination to cover your iPhone for damage while protecting your policy rate. This cover will cost you an excess each time you claim but that's just £25 for a new screen, which can be claimed twice in a year. For any other damage that'll cost you a £79 excess (correct at the time of writing). Your best options for insuring your iPhoneYour options are essentially: home insurance, Apple Care+, third party cover, cover by your network provider or insurance from your bank. To find the best cover for you, check out our Apple iPhone insurance guide here. Want to combine insuring your iPhone together with other gadgets? It could save you money in the long run. If that sounds tempting, then head over to our guide on getting the best gadget insurance cover for mobiles, laptops, tablets and more. http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/XeIfPhH8g44