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Ding ding - it's fight time! The welterweight title is on the line in Texas tonight, with Errol Spence Jr defending his belt against the awesome Mikey Garcia. And with this handy guide we'll tell you how simple it is to get a Spence vs Garcia live stream no matter where you are in the world. Garcia is ascending two whole weight classes to take on Spence Jr in a title bout for the latter's IBF welterweight belt. Spence is arguably the world's best fighter at his weight, so the appeal for legendary fighter Garcia to show him who's boss is easy to see. Garcia (39–0, 30 KOs) has an undeniably stunning record and is taking a big risk by moving up in weight category to take on the welterweight champ. While Spence Jr (24–0, 21 KOs) holds the experience in his favour as the resident in the weight class he also has an extra benefit as this is his turf in a more literal way - he grew up in Texas. That should mean he has the crowd behind him too during this super fight. Both fighters are undefeated and are both ranked in The Ring's top 10 pound-for-pound fighters – but someone will almost definitely lose their perfect record. While Garcia has won titles in four weight classes, Spence holds the world title in the welterweight arena where some of the greatest talent in boxing currently exists. As a measure of this fight's importance, WBA regular welterweight champion and legend Manny Pacquiao will be attending this match to watch it live. And you can watch it live too as if you were right there with him. To catch everything online, you've come to the right place. Read on to find out how to stream Spence vs Garcia live anywhere in the world. Motor racing fan? Find out how to get an F1 live stream no matter where you arehttp://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/VgyagGS9HpAEPUQtUJBfrg.jpg Watch a Spence vs Garcia live stream from anywhere in the worldKeep scrolling to see how to watch the boxing in the US and UK (spoiler alert...it's absolutely FREE in the UK). But if you're a resident of one of those countries - or any other, for that matter - who is worried about being away from your country and missing your domestic coverage of the Garcia vs Spence Jr fight, then fear not, there's a way to watch that doesn't involve trying to find a grainy, illegal feed. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/x4WvmjGdnEUCFeqhMUrnWo.jpg How to stream Errol Spence vs Mikey Garcia live in the UShttp://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/SFNJ5LrHn6npyWTKVdbpWo.jpg How to watch Garcia vs Spence Jr for FREE in the UKhttp://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ebGZgkd4qVX7mUuvz3WNkH.jpg http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/x75mQbwcl_k

Say what you like about the magic of the FA Cup (or the lack thereof these days), but when teams get to the last eight, they have their eyes entirely on the prize - especially two teams with such a heritage in the competition. Having FA Cup football on a Saturday night seems like a great way to build up interest in this quarter-final match and the great news is that it's on free-to-air TV in the UK. We'll tell you how to get a Wolves vs Manchester United live stream wherever you are. To be quite honest, it's not an easy one to call, either. Manchester United have to be at least marginal favourites, after the heroics that Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has pulled off since taking over as manager at the club around Christmas. He's got the club challenging for a top 4 finish in the Premier League, through to the round of eight in the Champions League and getting the best out of superstars like Paul Pogba, Romelu Lukaku and Marcus Rashford. What a transformation from the dross performances they we producing in 2018. But the home side, Wolverhampton Wanderers, haven't had such a bad season themselves. Back in the top flight and currently sitting at an impressive 7th in the table, Nuno Espirito Santo's big spending side are one of the success story of the season. The likes of Raul Jimenez, Diogo Jota and Ruben Neves have set the tone on which Wolves will want to build over the next few years. And a bit of silverware in 2019 would be a fantastic place to start. With 16 FA Cup wins between them and both teams playing such brilliant football at the moment, this is a quarter-final not to be missed. Below we're going to talk you through the best ways to watch the FA Cup action in the UK and the rest of the world so you can ensure you can easily live stream Wolves vs Manchester United. F1 fan? Then don't miss out on an Australian Open Grand Prix live stream this weekendhttp://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/VgyagGS9HpAEPUQtUJBfrg.jpg http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/B9XNGCRYNHKJzN5zVfTMje.jpg How to live stream the FA Cup in the UK for free:Live stream Wolves vs Manchester United from outside your countryIn the US? Then keep scrolling, as we have your viewing options below. But if you're abroad for the game and find that you can't watch your home coverage online because it is geo-blocked, we have a handy alternative to allow you to watch as if you were back on your sofa. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/x4WvmjGdnEUCFeqhMUrnWo.jpg How to watch the FA Cup: live stream in the US for FREEhttp://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ebGZgkd4qVX7mUuvz3WNkH.jpg http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/ajDXqmhAEoQ

The end of the 2019 Six Nations is in sight and England are still vying for glory. Depending on how the Wales vs Ireland game goes down, England may still have the chance at the trophy and, of course, the cross-border bragging rights of beating Scotland in today's Calcutta Cup game. The great news is you can watch every Six Nations game from practically anywhere and getting an England vs Scotland live stream is no exception. Scotland hasn't performed as well as the side may have liked this tournament with plenty of losses (except to Italy, of course). England started off strong beating the favourites Ireland and smashed France by a huge measure but a clash with Wales saw them defeated. While this game should be England's for the taking, Scotland humbled England by beating them convincingly at Murrayfield last year 25–13. For this game England has dropped Joe Cokanasiga - despite his man of the match performance against Italy - and stepping in to replace him in the number 14 jersey is Exeter's Jack Nowell. In the midfield is Manu Tuilagi and Henry Slade outside Owen Farrell. Ben Moon is back as loosehead prop with Mark Wilson in as blindside flanker to replace Brad Shields. The Scottish side sees injured players dropping out with Tommy Seymour, Blair Kinghorn and Jamie Ritchie plus Peter Horne on the list. Recalls have therefore been handed to Sean Maitland, Hamish Watson and Sam Skinner. Even if the game itself ends up having no bearing on the final 2019 Six Nations standings table, watching these two teams go head-to-head is always a must watch. The great news is that it's free-to-air in the UK, so you can tune in to an England vs Scotland live stream for free if you're there. For all your other viewing options, keep on reading. Formula 1 fan? Don't miss out on an Australian Grand Prix F1 live streamhttp://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/VgyagGS9HpAEPUQtUJBfrg.jpg http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/B9XNGCRYNHKJzN5zVfTMje.jpg How to live stream England vs Scotland 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 England vs Scotland in Australiahttp://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/kZWNrTtXZs7Ep2c7452KSo.jpg Live stream England vs Scotland in New Zealandhttp://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/jgvvohCEmS99W9XuRfJMSo.jpg Live stream the rugby union in Canada - for FREEhttp://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/x4WvmjGdnEUCFeqhMUrnWo.jpg How to watch an England vs Scotland live stream online in the UShttp://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ebGZgkd4qVX7mUuvz3WNkH.jpg http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/mHYX2o68A7g

Ever wished you could schedule an email to send itself in ten minutes from now? Or ten days? The functionality could well be coming to Gmail on your smartphone, based on a breakdown of the code in the latest version of Gmail for Android. 9to5Google found references to scheduling features embedded in the code, specifically text relating to scheduled emails, and a range of options from two minutes to 50 years from now for getting messages queued up. It looks as though you're going to be able to cancel scheduled emails as and when necessary, at which point they'll be converted into ordinary drafts. It also appears that the scheduling is handled via the cloud, so messages can be sent even if you're offline or your phone battery is dead. Check out Gmail's newest featuresAndroid Q is out in beta formGmail is getting a redesign tooThis isn't actually the first sight of scheduling features in Gmail – such an option was spotted back in July 2018 – but it does now seem to be getting closer to launch. Happy 15th, GmailExactly when this hidden code might be unhidden is unclear, though it is Gmail's 15th anniversary next month, having launched in April 2004 with a free 1GB of storage that was almost unthinkable at the time. Might Google roll out the feature to celebrate the milestone? We're not sure yet, and Google itself is staying tight-lipped about what's on the roadmap. The venerable email service has been pushing out a host of new features lately, coinciding with the shuttering of the Inbox alternative that Google also developed. There's now a smart reply tool, for instance, that uses AI to compose your messages for you, as well as expiry dates for emails that you don't want to stick around forever. The top tips and tricks for using the new Gmailhttp://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/bQGC3shqtOw

If you're interested in buying a sous vide cooker, then you've come to the right place. We've listed the top sous vide machines and compared the best prices from online retailers. You might first be wondering, what exactly is a sous vide and how does it work? Sous vide is a method of cooking that involves preparing food in pouches, submerged in water that's held at a precisely controlled temperature. To use a sous vide machine, just fill a pot with water, set the desired temperature and time, and cook everything (meat, souffle, carrots) to perfection. You can achieve restaurant quality meals by preparing your food at a constant temperature and not ever having to worry about over-cooking. Most sous vide machines also have a compatible app, so you can look up recipes and set your time and temperature all from your phone. See our list of sous vide machines below to find the best model, brand and price that's right for you. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/rupYLDPpYnUzh2NXkjeqSK.jpg The top-selling Anova Sous Vide is probably the most well-known cooking machine, with over 3,000 reviews on Amazon. To use the Anova, attach the tool to any water-filled pot, put your food in a ziplock bag and clip it to the side of the pot, then set your time and temperature on the device or the Anova app. The app allows you to cook remotely, so you don't have to stay in the kitchen waiting for your food to cook. The Anova app allows you to check on the water temperature, turn the sous vide machine off and will even send you notifications on your cooking status. You'll also have access to over 1,000+ recipes as well as videos and guides for each recommended meal. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/94UBzLtKLXCoWBLLEpNFL7.jpg The ChefSteps Joule stands out from other brands because it's half the size of other sous vide machines and can conveniently fit in your kitchen drawer. Despite its size, the Joule is quite powerful, offering 1100 watts of power for ultra-fast water heating and the precisely desired temperature. The ChefSteps Joule is WiFi and Bluetooth enabled and includes the compatible Joule app. Unlike other Sous Vide machines, the Joule can only be controlled from the app and not manually on the device. The app features an exclusive "visual doneness" that allows you to see exact photos of how your food will turn out. The Joule also works with Amazon Alexa so you can use your voice to control the sous vide. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/YNRxSSPuWSKcbsT5U2puaM.jpg The Sansaire Sous-Vide started off as a Kickstarter campaign and exceeded its funding goal in just 13 hours. The Sansaire is unique from other sous vide machines because it can stand on its own in a pot or container of water without attaching to the side. This machine also doesn't offer WiFi or Bluetooth connectivity. To set the time and temperature you'll need to do so manually on the device. While the Sansaire lacks a compatible app, you can still cook nearly any food and achieve restaurant-like results. The LED screen displays the temperature, and the thermometer holds the water to within 0.1°C of the desired temperature. The Sansaire even claims to be used in some of the world's best restaurants by professional chefs. Where can I buy other Sous Vide cookers?WalmartAmazon USBestBuyAmazon UKWayfairIf you still need more information on the sous vide machine before you make your buying decision, we've answered some common questions below to help you out. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/2v5XXU9dG65EVYW2qgdErD.jpg What does Sous Vide mean?Sous Vide is a French term that literally translates as "under vacuum." This term makes sense because the method of sous vide is cooking food in a container that can be vacuum sealed in temperature controlled water. Because your food is prepared in a ziplock-like-container, it retains all its juices resulting in moist and tender meals. How does a Sous Vide work?A sous vide machine uses a heated metal coil to warm water to a precise temperature with circulation. Once the sous vide machine is attached to any water-filled pot, you'll set the desired time and temperature, clip your bag of food to the side of the pot and wait for the delicious results. Because you're cooking at one constant temperature, a sous vide will take longer than preparing food on a grill or pan. The benefit of cooking your food at a constant temperature is that you'll never have to worry about overcooking anything and everything is cooked evenly. What can a Sous Vide Cook?There are thousands of sous vide recipes with a variety of different foods that you can cook. When most people think of the sous vide they think of making the perfect steak, chicken, pork or salmon, but there's more than just meat that the sous vide can perfect. You can prepare veggies and fruit, soft boiled eggs, rice or quinoa, and even bake cookies. The recipes are endless, and there are several cookbooks on Amazon that are just for the sous vide. If you're interested in other cooking appliances check out our list of the best Instant Pot deals that are currently available. http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/RezYc1qIT3g

It's the final round of the 2019 Six Nations and a very strong Welsh side looks set to take on a powerful Ireland. With the championship title at stake, all eyes will be on Cardiff this Saturday afternoon. So be sure to grab hold of a Wales vs Ireland live stream, regardless of where in the world you are. Wales will win the Grand Slam if Ireland can be beaten in this match, having not lost a game in the Six Nation 2019 so far. That said, Ireland were the last team to beat Wales at the 2018 Championship, although that was on home turf in Dublin – this time Wales plays with the at-home advantage. Since first meeting in 1882, Wales and Ireland have played against each other 126 times. Wales have won 68 of those clashes with Ireland taking away 51 wins, plus seven drawn games. Warren Gatland's Wales beat Scotland by seven points (18-11) away but Joe Schmidt's Ireland also won their last clash, with France, securing a convincing 26–14 victory. Wales, unbeaten in 13 games now, are sticking to the same solid squad for this final game. After an injury in the last game, Liam Williams will be back in the starting line-up for Wales. Ireland's side sees Tadgh Beirne making his Six Nations debut to replace the injured lock Iain Henderson. Sean O'Brien is back as open side flanker to replace Josh Van Der Flier who has a groin issue. You can catch all the excitement with a Wales vs Ireland live stream using the handy guide below which helps you get in on the action from anywhere you are in the world. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/VgyagGS9HpAEPUQtUJBfrg.jpg http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/B9XNGCRYNHKJzN5zVfTMje.jpg How to live stream Wales vs Ireland in the UK for freeHow 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. 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 (as long as you do so in compliance with the broadcaster's 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 Wales vs Ireland in Australiahttp://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/kZWNrTtXZs7Ep2c7452KSo.jpg Live stream Wales vs Ireland in New Zealandhttp://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/jgvvohCEmS99W9XuRfJMSo.jpg Live stream the rugby union in Canada and more - for FREEhttp://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/x4WvmjGdnEUCFeqhMUrnWo.jpg How to watch an Ireland vs Wales live stream in the UShttp://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ebGZgkd4qVX7mUuvz3WNkH.jpg http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/zHITcyJSeoI

Google, Ford, Uber, Tesla – private companies are racing to develop autonomous cars, using whatever maps and sensor data is available. The fierce competition pushes technology ahead, but it could pose a risk to society if companies are working in siloes. We spoke with Miranda Sharp, innovation director at Ordnance Survey – the UK’s national mapping agency, which is working with the government to build a national infrastructure and testing regime for connected and autonomous vehicles. "In a dystopian view [...] we’d all just spend our whole time in traffic"Miranda Sharp, Ordnance Survey She explains that as things stand, there’s no consistent, secure way for cars to share safety-critical information, which means a worse experience for everyone – potentially defeating the point of self-driving cars. “At the moment, it seems that vehicle autonomy is being pursued by vehicle providers, and you can have a dystopian or a utopian view of this,” she says. “In a dystopian view, we all have all the mobility we need. So any time I want to press a button on my phone and a little taxi comes along, picks me up and whizzes me to wherever I want to go. “But you can imagine, if we all had that, we’d all just spend our whole time in traffic. There would just be lots and lots of pods [...] circling around outside the shops or wherever people are, waiting for them to come out and need to go to the next place, and traffic would just grind to a halt.” Do self-driving cars even need maps?Ordnance Survey’s journey into the world of autonomous driving started a couple of years ago. The agency was involved in some research into the way people interact with self-driving vehicles, and realized there was a lot of debate about whether or not autonomous cars actually need maps at all. In Sharp’s view, the answer is definitely yes. “The technology simply isn't there yet to do it all by sensors,” she explains, “and so they need some degree of knowing where they are. "The technology simply isn't there yet to do it all by sensors"Miranda Sharp, Ordnance Survey “And that in itself begs the question of where a driverless car thinks it is, and where are you going to measure the position of that car? Are you going to measure it from where the phone is, in the vehicle? Are you going to measure the very front, or are you going to measure where the steering wheel is, or somewhere in between. “When you’re talking about autonomous driving, that distance can make quite a significant difference – particularly if you risk being bounced across the bonnet.” Even with maps, there’s the question of how to share data collected from vehicles’ sensors in a secure, reliable and consistent way – pulling out only the safety-critical data and gathering information on journeys rather than people. “What’s going to be the output of that data?” Sharp asks. “How might it be usefully used? How do you find the needle in the haystack? “If you imagine that you’ve got however many cameras around each connected vehicle taking pictures and consuming data, you need enormous processing power just to process it, and then compare it with what you thought you were going to see, find the thing that you weren’t expecting to see, and work out how material that is.” Handling sensor dataAfter those early conversations, Ordnance Survey got involved in further research with PETRAS – a multi-national research study on privacy, ethics, trust, reliability, authenticity and security. As Sharp observes, the UK (like every other nation) doesn’t have a mature way of handling data. It doesn’t appear on any company’s balance sheet, and is often thought of as free – but data transactions will be critical to autonomous driving. “You want to be able to track journeys so that you can put necessary infrastructure in place, but you don’t necessarily want to track people, so what techniques are you going to put in place to support that sort of transaction, or transaction journey or activity?” she says. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/iQXEv76TaK2deXufibUzzn.jpg Uber's core business is still its ride-hailing service, but it's working on technology to remove the need for human drivers. Image credit: Uber This doesn’t just apply to autonomous cars, but to connected cars as well – which are already mainstream. As Sharp notes, automation is something that’s happening by degrees. “And then you get into a debate quite quickly as well, about what you do if not all places are connected,” she says. “What about the roads in between connected places – do they have to be connected? Because the telephone companies would say that isn’t worth their while in terms of investment.” Sharing for safetyOrdnance Survey wants to a test a neutral, company-agnostic way to compare connected driverless and connected cars, so they can share safety-critical data to make traveling better – and safer – for everyone. “The important thing there [is] safety-critical,” says Sharp. “So if you’re driving a Porsche, you might consider sitting in a traffic jam unacceptable, and you might like a service that helicopters you to the next port, or whatever. That’s not safety-critical information. There will be services on top of a safety-critical infrastructure, but how do you know if a sink-hole opens up, for example, that all the vehicles [will] avoid it? Not just the ones on the Google System or the Apple system – all of them avoid it, and all the traffic lights support the decisions so that nobody goes down the sink-hole. “For that you need the position of vehicles, so the position of those that are autonomous and those that are not, and you need all the vehicles to have a common view and a common language so they can share the information, and act upon it quickly.” http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/GMXMPSvTtq6qFMboM9gEBR.jpg Veoneer gave an impressive demonstration of its autonomous cars at CES 2019 in Las Vegas. Image credit: Veoneer Although Ordnance Survey is focused on the UK, it’s working to international standards and protocols, so any resulting system should be possible to export internationally. Unless there is some check on the market-drivers associated with driver replacement, we risk that dystopian futureMiranda Sharp, Ordnance Survey “The advantage that the UK has in this market is that we don’t have a dominant player, Sharp says. “So we’ve talked to the automotive council about this, and if one was to do it in Sweden, for example, you’d start from a Volvo perspective, whereas if one was starting in Southern California, you might start from quite a different perspective. “The advantage of starting it from a quasi-government position is that you’ve got the opportunity to be neutral. Because we’re doing the research, we’re not going to enter the market of the car provider or mobility service provider. We are there, and always have been, to help people understand where they are, the context of where they are, and the safety of doing what they’re doing.” Breaking siloesAutonomous cars don’t have to result in dystopian gridlock – provided carmakers are willing to break out of their siloes. “[You can] have a system that enables the exchange of data – that enables public authorities to say ‘this road is closed because the air quality is bad’, or ‘this road is closed because accidents have happened’, or ‘this road is closed because it’s school kicking-out time and we don’t consider it safe to have traffic on this road during this time, therefore no vehicles are allowed here’,” says Sharp. “Unless there is some check on the market-drivers associated with driver replacement, we risk that dystopian future. And so we will have missed out on the goal of autonomy. “If the goal of autonomy or a connected vehicle is travelling becomes a joy, we won’t have got it – it won’t be a joy; it will be a great chore.” Driverless cars explained: everything you need to knowhttp://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/9JeOaUKD9wI

When the iPhone 11, or iPhone XI, or whatever Apple decides to call it emerges, the top models might well come sporting triple-lens rear cameras, according to new reports – reports which back up rumors we heard back in January. The main source for the new claim is Japanese blog Macotakara, which has a reasonable record in predicting future moves from Apple, and whose writers are apparently in touch with people in the supply chain. Macotakara says some of the more expensive iPhone 11 models are going to feature a triple-lens camera and a flash in a rectangular arrangement – apparently similar to the way the lens are laid out on the Huawei Mate 20 and Huawei Mate 20 Pro. The next iPhone might work underwaterThe Huawei P30 is on the wayFaster Wi-Fi is coming to the next iPhoneThat would match up with some but not all of the renders we saw back in January when the idea of a triple-lens rear camera was first mooted. It's not clear how big the camera bump will be, if there is one. Upgrades on the wayWe're expecting the new iPhones for 2019 to emerge in September, and if they are featuring triple-lens rear cameras, they'll be the first iPhones to do so. Rumors and predictions are starting to trickle in for the new handsets. Apparently a fast charging upgrade isn't on the way, but Apple is said to be planning to upgrade the selfie camera as well as the one on the rear. We'll hear more about the software on board the iPhone 11 – iOS 13 – when Apple's 2019 WWDC event for developers gets underway at the start of June. In the meantime there might be a new entry-level iPad on the way complete with the traditional bezels and a Home button. It looks like 2019 is going to be another busy year for Apple in the hardware department. iPhone 11 may get a triple-lens camera, but not iPhone 12's laser 3D cameraVia 9to5Mac http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/sfG4J52cc_4

This game sees Italy play host to France at the Stadio Olimpico in Rome for the final round of the 2019 Six Nations. Despite the at-home advantage, Italy is up against it as the regular losing side in this Six Nations – having lost 21 times in a row across the last few competitions. But with nothing to play for other than pride it could see Italy present a challenge to the hit-and-miss French side - and you can get an Italy vs France live stream no matter where you are this weekend. France have taken some beatings of late after a battering against Ireland and a clattering from England before that. All that means that France can't claim the title any longer, just like Italy, leaving them both playing for glory alone (and, in the Italans' case, to avoid the dread wooden spoon). This will be the 41st time the teams have met. France's bad spell has been attributed to a mutiny and player revolt in Jacques Brunel's side, something that's been going on for the past couple of months, if rumours are to be believed. The win against Scotland in Paris was a rare return to form for the side. If there is another no-show from the likes of Guirado, Louis Picamoles, and Mathieu Bastareaud then France's Brunel could be looking at an end to his job soon. So keep reading to discover how to get an Italy vs France live stream in the final round of the 2019 Six Nations. See how to watch a 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 Italy v France in the UK for freeHow 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. 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 (as long as you do so in compliance with the broadcaster's 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 France in Australiahttp://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/kZWNrTtXZs7Ep2c7452KSo.jpg Live stream Italy vs France in New Zealandhttp://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/jgvvohCEmS99W9XuRfJMSo.jpg Live stream France vs Italy in Canada - for FREEhttp://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/x4WvmjGdnEUCFeqhMUrnWo.jpg How to watch a Italy vs France live stream in the UShttp://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ebGZgkd4qVX7mUuvz3WNkH.jpg http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/gtfjNipK5jE

Sony has a fantastically loyal fan base for its smartphones, but even if you're not fully aligned with the Xperia way of doing things there are some enticing handsets on offer and we're here to find the best Sony phone for you. Its high-end smartphones are designed for those who love media on the move, with large screens, plenty of power under the hood and, in some cases, eye-popping 4K displays. Sony takes the technology it's developed for its TV and camera ranges and crams it into smartphones, offering you solid specs and enticing features. Whether it's a flagship that packs a punch, or a mid-range handset with a mix of design and specs, if you're decided that you want to buy from this brand there's one for you in our best Sony phones round-up. However, if you're hankering for the latest and greatest from Sony you might want to hold on. The Sony Xperia 1 was launched on February 25, 2019, but won't hit stores (and likely our review team) until June. Once we have put the Xperia 1 through it's paces we'll update our best Sony phones article so you can see where it lands in our rankings. Best Samsung Phone | Best Huawei Phone | Best iPhonehttp://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/EPACddC7ecnN6BkLhemn9B.jpg Image Credit: TechRadar The Sony Xperia XZ3 is the best Sony phone you can buy right now, offering up a great mix of features that are particularly handy if you're addicted to movies, TV shows and gaming on your phone. The main feature on the XZ3 is its 6-inch HDR OLED display, with a QHD+ resolution, ensuring video looks great. If you have a Netflix or Amazon Prime subscription, the HDR content offered by these services really shines. There's enough power under the hood, and the camera on the back is a solid snapper, although it won't blow you away. Read our in-depth review: Sony Xperia XZ3 http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/hPGZfBusVbQMyeQgJmiCrX.jpg Image Credit: TechRadar There's just one spec you really need to know about the Sony Xperia XZ2 Premium. It has a 4K display. This isn't the first Sony phone to pack a 4K screen (it's actually the third), but it's the newest generation and the one that you can actually easily buy. If you have a bank of 4K video, or have the right subscription on streaming services, no other smartphone can offer you the clarity and detail on screen. However if 4K content isn't your priority there are probably better Sony phones to suit your needs, so keep on reading! Read our in-depth review: Sony Xperia XZ2 Premium http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/22Co2JDeLikiVVnTqoktFh.jpg Image Credit: TechRadar The Xperia XZ2 is technically two flagship generations old (having been superseded by the Xperia XZ3 and then more recently by the Xperia 1), but it's only a year old itself and still has plenty to offer. There's the HDR-supported QHD display, feature-packed camera, 4K HDR video recording and you can even capture super slow motion footage at 960fps in Full HD. What's more, it's now more affordable than ever with several price drops since launch. The design isn't going to wow you, but at this price it's a reasonable compromise. Read our in-depth review: Sony Xperia XZ2 review http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/qGkJLShr5yzZCUjAS2dWvK.jpg Image Credit: TechRadar Smartphones are getting bigger and bigger each year, and Sony phones are no exception - well, apart from the Xperia XZ2 Compact. This dinkier device comes with a 5-inch display, which is small by today's standard, and it means the XZ2 Compact nestles nicely in the palm. Don't be put off by its diminutive proportions though, as this handset packs the same power and camera as the larger, former-flagship Xperia XZ2 - ensuring it can still cope with most apps and games you throw at it. Read our in-depth review: Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/oc5Futt7hQaCuPcHCUkLvL.jpg Image Credit: TechRadar If money is a little tighter, but a big screen smartphone is a must, this could be the Sony phone for you. The Sony Xperia XA2 Ultra boasts an affordable price tag and a large 6-inch display, giving your games, videos and apps plenty of space. What's more, the XA2 Ultra offers great battery life. You can easily get a day and a half from a single charge. The camera feels like it should be better, the design isn't the most attractive or modern, and the Android overlay won’t be to everyone’s taste, but these are compromises you should be able to live with. Read our in-depth review: Sony Xperia XA2 Ultra http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ZHiy8cg4ECoCn9CqLfVkEW.jpg Image Credit: TechRadar This is the cheapest Sony phone in our round-up, and the Xperia XA2 represents great value for money if you opt to get it on contract. It's a reality no-frills phone, but its performance is rock-solid and despite being thicker than most it's easy to handle and scores fairly high on the plain likability factor. If a Sony phone is a must, but your finances don't allow for much wiggle room this is the handset for you. Read our in-depth review: Sony Xperia XA2 http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/HpftJiGtUohpdptoTXNWRe.jpg Image Credit: TechRadar Want something a little different? Something to spark conversations with friends, family and maybe even strangers? Say hello to the very, very tall Sony Xperia 10 Plus. This Sony phone boasts a skyscraper of a screen with the 6.5-inch display boasting a 21:9 aspect ratio making it perfect for movie playback. It's not always easy to find movies at 21:9 on the popular streaming services, but when you do find one the experience is great. It's rather unwieldy in the hand though, and the battery could be better. Read our in-depth review: Sony Xperia 10 Plus http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/7aGcrDRmKBmPRr8bwyaDN6.jpg Image Credit: TechRadar Like its plus-sized sibling, the Sony Xperia 10 also boasts a 21:9 aspect ratio screen, but this time it's in a slightly more manageable (but still tall) 6-inch form factor. Its performance, battery and camera are slightly weaker versus the 10 Plus, but overall it's still a solid, mid-range smartphone with the latest software and a range of features. Read our in-depth review: Sony Xperia 10 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/xeItrzKwJRE

With the sub-Rs 15,000 smartphone segment in India filled up to the brim, consumers are spoilt for choices. Companies like Samsung to Xiaomi offer a huge range of phones, making it even harder to zero in on a single phone that one can go ahead and buy. On the upside, there's something for everyone. Sadly, smartphone innovation isn't cheap – and most of it is reserved for high-end phones. Having said that, features that were once impossible to imagine on affordable phones have in fact made their way to phone priced under Rs 15,000, thanks to the competitive market and Chinese manufacturers, that hold a massive market share in India. If you're out in the market looking for a phone, here's our list of the best smartphones to buy currently in under Rs 15,000. The two new budget favourites compared: Samsung Galaxy M20 vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 6 Prohttp://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/FuubehdUfgNniGACzR3ETP.jpg Truth be told, the Redmi Note 7 Pro sets a benchmark in the sub-Rs 15,000 segment and regains its edge in the Indian smartphone market. For an asking price of Rs 13,999 for the 4GB RAM variant, it offers a good camera, best in class performance, decent battery life and to top it all up, a new glass design which gives it a premium look. It has a great value for money quotient which is why the Redmi Note 7 Pro is the phone to buy. Read our full review of the Redmi Note 7 Pro http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Q2FYaVWqpaGnxREoDXmrL.jpg The Asus Zenfone Max Pro M2 brings all the necessary elements to the table and it's a powerful mid-ranger. It's a balanced phone and a steady performer that can handle both day to day tasks and games like PUBG Mobile. On top, its 5000mAh battery ensures more than a day of battery life. The Max Pro M2 has all the elements of a reliable mid-ranger. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/S45pjsjQARjoP8mKPviVNU.jpg The Honor 10 Lite is one of the best looking smartphones in its range. It is unarguably a good phone for the price as it offers a balance of decent cameras, sub-par performance, great design and lively display. What it lacks is a smooth UI experience and a seamless 3D gaming experience. Honor 10 Lite review http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/R5bBgAtzQ5VG3bWXZ735od.jpg Samsung's Galaxy M20 is a good phone for those who are prefer a neat custom UI with a decent chipset. Additionally, it offers more than a days power, a good display, handy design and Samsung's fast charging. What makes it stand out is its wide angle camera, which is a rare in this segment. It's a good buy if you want to upgrade from your old J-series or On-series phone with a new Samsung device. Samsung Galaxy M20 review http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/XBqsvgQ5UWDjPK35ppJsm6.jpg Xiaomi Redmi 6 Pro The Redmi 6 Pro is the latest addition to the Redmi line-up of phones from Xiaomi. It's also the first Redmi phone to tout a notch on top of the display. Like most Xiaomi phones it has a reliable hardware for day to day tasks ranging from basic to aggressive. Of course, you can't do intensive gaming on this one, but it does handle games like PUBG on lower graphic settings. Moreover, you get a decent set of cameras and a long-lasting battery life. All-in-all, it's a very well balanced and value for money phone but there's nothing that makes it stand out of the league. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/q9tEacEJYRps4aVZNZhbjn.jpg The Realme 2 Pro comes bearing a 6.3-inch full HD+ display with a tiny 'dewdrop' notch which provides a huge 90.8% screen-to-body ratio to the users. Using the phone is a breeze as it is powered by an octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 processor along with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of onboard storage. The cameras on the Realme 2 Pro are pretty good in optimal lighting conditions but one should not expect flagship grade pictures from it. Having said that, the 3,500mAh battery powering the phone is sure to give users a day's worth of usage on single charge. Low on budget? Consider these value-for-money phones under 12Khttp://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/gwMRmMpTxaY

Will 2019 be the year of OLED TVs? LG certainly thinks so – with the company's own organic LED panel technology making up 20% of their portfolio this year. It's a year marked by collaboration, as seen in the Alexa and Google Assistant support coming to new LG ThinQ smart TVs in 2019 and the Airplay 2 support coming by way of Apple, allowing streaming of iTunes movies and TV shows. There's also be a host of visual enhancements with the new Alpha A9 (Gen. 2) processor, for better color correction and support for 120fps frame rates on high-end LG TVs – and, more importantly, the first of rollable OLED television, the LG Signature Series OLED TV R. Update: We now know how much an LG OLED TV will set us back this year: $2,499, and that's just for a 55-inch C9. We've updated this article with the prices that we've confirmed with LG, and will update more pricing information when it becomes available.That said, the 2019 general lineup will be similar to last year: LG OLED TVs at the high end, Super UHD or 'NanoCell' TVs – which have a lot of the same components as the OLED TVs, but lack the main OLED panel – in the middle, and then traditional 4K TVs and finally FHD screens at the bottom. With there being so many different models to take in, we thought we'd lay out the whole 2019 lineup announced so far, from the high-end OLEDs to newly-branded NanoCell TVs, in one, admittedly long, piece. (We'll add the UHD and FHD models as and when they're announced!) Editor's Note: LG is beginning to roll out its 2019 TV lineup this March, with sets shipping first to the US and China, with the UK and European markets to follow shortly after. Some of the specs listed below could change by the time of each TV's retail release, but for the most part the specs you see here should be the components that make it in the final product. What is OLED? Here's what you need to knowOLED vs QLED: which panel technology is better?LG TV 2019 technology Another year, another processor. The biggest change for the high-end screens (the OLED line-up) is the switch from last year's Alpha 9 (a9) processor to the a9 Gen 2. 2018's Alpha 9 silicon upgrade promised a 35% boost in CPU and GPU speeds, equating to smoother motion handling, object-based contrast enhancement for better sharpness and detailing and a technology called True Color Accuracy Pro. We're getting more of the same with the 2nd-generation processor, with a big focus on 'intelligent AI' and 'machine learning algorithms' to enhance picture, audio and software performance – with a new algorithm that's able to analyze the source content and optimize for ambient viewing conditions. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/a9uCnCxBCDHbqW7zKVYBfV.jpg (Image Credit: LG Display) Flagship TVs will also come with Dolby Atmos 5.1 surround sound, while LG's new processor will be able to "up-mix" two-channel audio into 5.1 surround sound: like upscaling for the ears. We know for a fact the new a9 Gen 2 chip is being used in the LG Signature Series OLED R and new range of Z9, W9, C9, and E9 OLEDs – even the budget B9 model gets the latest chip! The new Alpha 9 processor also has the heft needed for High Frame Rate (HFR, 120/4K) – for that smooth motion crucial for sports, action, or gaming – but it'll only be in 2019 that we see LG TVs implement the HDMI 2.1 ports to make the most of it, so you can display in 120fps/4K from cabled sources, console, and media players. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/eYXA8V3fDLgogReyESJpaB.jpg (Image Credit: LG Display) (Last year users could make do with HFR streaming from the likes of Netflix, YouTube, BBC, FOX Sports, Amazon and broadcasts, though compatible content was few and far between – we'll likely see more emerge as a larger number of compatible televisions enter the market.) In May 2018 we saw LG roll out Google Assistant to all of its OLED and Super UHD TVs – meaning you could start using your voice to switch inputs, change the channel, connect to other smart home devices, and integrate with Google's Photos and Maps applications. This year's LG TV line-up – for OLED and Super UHD, at least – will also be arriving with Alexa capability for an even wider range of voice control options. LG OLED 2019 Models http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/KovQTiohJQb4fMEaZrVzyZ.jpg (Image Credit: TechRadar) LG Signature Series OLED R (available in 65 inches): The standout television for 2019 is undoubtedly the 65R9 rollable OLED, featuring LG's new a9 Gen 2 processor. First teased at CES 2018, it's being slated for release in late 2019, using a flexible OLED panel to unfurl the television display at the touch of a button – perfect for saving space and, let's be honest, impressing guests. There's no RRP yet, but it'll certainly cost a small fortune – start rolling up those dollar bills. Read our hands on review: LG Signature Series OLED R http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/s5rYoJabhGafWRdDYuR5SE.jpg (Image Credit: LG Display) LG OLED Z9 (available in 88 inches): As the flagship LG OLED – or at least, the flagship that doesn't curl up into a box – the LG OLED Z9 is an 8K powerhouse with big promises for 8K upscaling and 'improved noise reduction' for clean, smooth images. With 33 million pixels across 88 inches of screen, it'll certainly have to work hard to do it – and the a9 Gen 2 processor will surely come in handy. Read our hands on review: LG 8K OLED http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/RssGpAAYJ4kKCfj5EycDw4.jpg (Image Credit: LG Display) LG OLED W9 (available in 65, 77 inches): The W9 upgrade to last year's LG W8 will come with the new a9 Gen 2 processor's improvements to High Frame Rate, HDR, and overall picture and sound processing – as well as the same thin, picture frame shape that made this 'wallpaper' television series so attractive. The W8 came with a 60W 4.2 Dolby Atmos soundbar built in to the set, so we're likely to see similar audio credentials for this model. Prices and release date: 65-inch W9 OLED (OLED65W9PUA) - $6,999 (available in June) 77-inch W9 OLED (OLED77W9PUA) - $12,999 (available in June) http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ACYar6um8eUHap9t9SNQRg.jpg (Image Credit: LG Display) LG OLED E9 (available in 55, 65 inches): If last year is anything to go by, the new E Series model will feature the same specs at the W9, but with a glass body and tacked-on chassis instead of the W8's 'wallpaper' design. Prices and release date: 55-inch E9 OLED (OLED55E9PUA) - $3,299 (available in June) 65-inch E9 OLED (OLED65E9PUA) - $4,299 (available in April) http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/NeqeiNee5SNWACy3WjbruN.jpg (Image Credit: LG Display) LG OLED C9 (available in 55, 65, 75 inches): The newest C Series model is confirmed, and experience teaches us to expect a neat balance of performance and price, without ditching the company's latest processor to do it. Last year's LG C8 came with a 2.2 soundbar too. Prices and release date: 55-inch C9 OLED (OLED55C9PUA) - $2,499 (available in April) 65-inch C9 OLED (OLED65C9PUA) - $3,499 (available in April) 77-inch C9 OLED (OLED77C9PUB) - $6,999 (available in May) http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/wqVfoFCVhD2epm2YqyjiQ7.jpg (Image Credit: LG Display) LG OLED B9 (available in 55, 65 inches): Unlike last year's LG B8 model, the more budget-friendly B Series OLED won't be left behind with an ageing processor. The LG B9 will carry the a9 (Gen 2) chip, though with a cheaper build and less advanced panel than the other OLEDs in this list. LG NanoCell 2019 Models SM9975 (available in 75 inches): LG's leading LCD television set will be the SM9975, a 75-inch TV with 8K resolution. LG is rebranding its Super UHD TVs as the far fancier 'NanoCell' range, to better represent the jump in picture quality and color accuracy compared to cheaper LG models – with the high-end a9 Gen 2 processor and High Frame Rate to make it happen. SM9500 (available in 65 inches): More NanoCell, less processing. The LG SM9500 packs in the 2nd-generation Alpha 7 processor, rather than the Alpha 9, but comes with Full Array Dimming Pro for more uniform black levels, as well as Dolby Vision and Dolby Vision, and LG's ThinQ AI smart platform. No Dolby Atmos soundbar, though. SM9000 (available in 55, 65 inches): One step below the previous model, with the same a7 Gen 2 processor, but Full Array Dimming rather than the upgraded 'Pro' technology seen on the SM9500 – meaning less lighting control and less consistent brightness. SK8600 (available in 55, 49 inches): An update to last year's new SK8500 range, this model sticks with the a7 Gen 2 processor, but with a generally cheaper design and only more basic Local Array dimming zones rather than the Full Array Dimming of the more costly models. Everything you need to know about the new TV launches of 2019: Sony TV lineup 2019: every Sony Bravia and Master Series set coming this year LG TV catalog 2019: here’s every LG TV model coming this year Panasonic TV lineup 2019: all the OLED and LCD televisions coming your way Philips TV range 2019: everything you need to know from OLED+ to ‘The One’ Hisense TV lineup 2019: the year of ULED television http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/Ke34fur2jBI

LG has announced the US pricing and availability of its 2019 OLED TV series including the C9, E9 and W9 OLEDs. The first of these TVs, the 55-inch LG OLED55C9PUA, will be available in April for $2,500 before jutting up in June for the $12,999 77-inch OLED77W9PUA. Here’s a full breakdown of the pricing structure: 55-inch C9 OLED (54.6 inches diagonal) - OLED55C9PUA - $2,499 (available in April) 65-inch C9 OLED (64.5 inches diagonal) - OLED65C9PUA - $3,499 (available in April) 77-inch C9 OLED (76.8 inches diagonal) - OLED77C9PUB - $6,999 (available in May) 55-inch E9 OLED (54.6 inches diagonal) - OLED55E9PUA - $3,299 (available in June) 65-inch E9 OLED (64.5 inches diagonal) - OLED65E9PUA - $4,299 (available in April) 65-inch W9 OLED (64.5 inches diagonal) - OLED65W9PUA - $6,999 (available in June) 77-inch W9 OLED (76.7 inches diagonal) - OLED77W9PUA - $12,999 (available in June) Missing from this lineup, you might’ve noticed, is the entry-level B9 OLED and higher-end Rollable OLED TV R - both of which are still in the works, but it seems LG won’t reveal their pricing and release date until later this year. Is this the year to buy an OLED? Let’s be honest, every year is a good year to buy an OLED if you can afford it. That said, this year’s crop of TVs mirror the pricing we saw last year. That probably means the new models will be relatively expensive if you buy one in April, May or June, but will come down in price toward Black Friday and next year’s Super Bowl. If you can hold out until then, or at least until the B9 OLED comes out sometime in June or July, you could stand to save yourself some money. As far as the comparison between this year’s crop of OLEDs and last year’s goes, LG has been keen to hype the second-gen Alpha A9 processor that offers a multi-step upscaling process for noise reduction, as well as its support of both major personal assistants, Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant, on this year’s OLEDs. You’ll also find HDMI 2.1 instead of standard HDMI 2.0 ports, which allow you play 4K high frame rate content (4K HFR) with variable refresh rate (VRR) and uses enhanced audio return channel (eARC). That said, if your only concern is picture performance, last year’s comparable LG C8 OLED remains one of the best TVs in 2019 and can now be had for under $1,800, so you can’t go wrong either way. Here's what you need to know about OLED TVshttp://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/_PWRkL2FnJk

BenQ has announced the launch of three new 4K projectors that promise to deliver high color accuracy without breaking the bank. The new models comprise the W5700, W2700 and W1720, which are set to cost around $3300 (£2500 / AU$4000), $1900 (£1500 / AU$2500) and $1300 (£1000 / AU$1800) respectively – not bad for high-spec 4K projectors. However, pricing is still to be confirmed in the US and UK for all three of the models, while Australian pricing for the W5700 and W2700 has already been verified by BenQ. Check out our BenQ W1700 projector reviewThe best projector prices and sales this monthThe best projectors 2019All three of the new projectors support 4K, and as such, come with a UHD lamp. They also come fully calibrated straight out the box, which means you can start enjoying your 4K movies without messing around with the settings. Super accurate color The main calling card of these projectors is their high color accuracy, something that BenQ found was very important to filmmakers when it began the research process for the new models. In a presentation, a spokesperson for the company told us that the company had to make a choice between "favored" and "faithful" color representation – in other words, a choice between highly saturated colors and the colors that the filmmakers intended the viewer to experience. In the end, BenQ opted for the latter, and claims that the W2700 and W5700 models are the first "4K home theater DLP projectors featuring DCI-P3 color." In short, DCI-P3 is the cinematic industry's film projection standard, which covers over 20% more "color space" than the previous standard, sRGB. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/jTUVXtz6KSfigf9uCXn7wA.jpg The back of the W2700 Image credit: BenQ This, in tandem with BenQ's own CinematicColor technology, means that the W2700 can cover 95% of the color standard, while the W5700 covers the full 100%. In layman's terms, this means colors should look fantastic when you're watching films with these new projectors. As well as that, the W2700 supports a brightness of 2000 lumens and 30,000:1 contrast ratio, while the beefier W5700 puts out 1800 lumens and sports a 100,000:1 contrast ratio. This means that you films should look great, even if you can't watch your films in total darkness; that alongside the factory calibration makes these new projectors fantastic for people who don't want to spend too long setting up. While they share some similarities, the W2700 and W5700 have been designed to suit different scenarios. Created for easy home viewing, the W2700 has a modern, light design that will fit into most living rooms unobtrusively, and features two built in 5W speakers in a 2:1 stereo configuration. The best portable projectors of 20194K viewing on a budgetThe W5700 however, is designed to be used in a dedicated home cinema room, and features a matte black design so that it doesn't detract from the viewing experience in the dark. Finally, we have the cheapest of the new projectors, the W1720, which builds on the success of its predecessor, the W1700. Thanks to a short throw feature, it can beam a huge 100-inch image from just over 3 meters away, and have a 2000-lumen peak brightness, and 10:000:1 contrast ratio. If it's anything like the W1700, this latest model could represent fantastic value for money, but only time will tell – all three of the new projectors are set to go on sale at the end of March / beginning of April. Not sure what to watch with your new projector? Check out our roundup of the best Netflix films in 2019Via What HiFi? http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/6NT_QoIyVh4

The UK government has made several missteps in its plan to protect the country's critical infrastructure from cyberattacks according to a recent assessment conducted by the National Audit Office (NAO). In our increasingly digital world, the government has grown worried that its critical infrastructure will be targeted by foreign states looking to disrupt daily life. The National Cyber Security Programme is set to be funded until 2021 and so far one of its most successful projects has been the establishment of the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC). UK unprepared for major cyberattacksSymantec goes all-in on securing critical infrastructureAverage cost of cyberattack now exceeds $1.6 millionThe UK government's strategy to keep the country safe in the wake of constant cyberattacks involves 12 “strategic outcomes” that cover a number of areas such as understanding, investigating and disrupting threats, defending against evolving cyberattacks, managing and responding effectively, securing government networks and developing cyber skills in the UK. Complex challengeAccording to the NAO, delivering on its strategy was a “complex challenge” and the government was still unsure as to whether it should concentrate efforts to “make the biggest impact or address the greatest need”. The report's section on protecting power plants and hospitals was marked “red” indicating that fewer than 80 percent of its projects to defend these potential targets would be completed on time. These key targets are currently being “actively defended” but since the methods to measure success are still being developed, it has been difficult to gauge their effectiveness. The government has “low confidence” for half of its strategic plans but this is still an improvement on the “very low confidence” these topics were given late last year. The NAO report did highlight the success of the NCSC and its creation of a tool used to block 54.5m fake emails between 2017 and 2018. Via The BBC Also check out the best VPNhttp://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/gv6QBfrt6Bk

Red Dead Redemption 2 on PS4 and Xbox One released in October last year to overwhelmingly positive reviews, with some even dubbing the western adventure the best console game of 2018. The sequel to one of the Xbox 360 and PS3's best games is gigantic, gun-toting open-world romp through the Wild West which pits you against rival gangs, authority figures and the elements of a brutal world. And while we've only seen Red Dead Redemption 2 on console so far, it looks like a RDR2 PC port could be in the works (if Rockstar isn't too busy focusing on the Red Dead Online beta). So, are you ready to saddle up and ride out on Rockstar's latest western adventure? Here's what you need to know before you hit the dusty trail of Red Dead Redemption 2 on PS4 and Xbox One. Cut to the chaseWhat is it? The sequel to the Wild West Rockstar hit, Red Dead RedemptionWhen can I play it? Out nowWhat can I play it on? PlayStation 4 and Xbox One (so far)How much is it? Here are the best Red Dead Redemption 2 priceshttp://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/5UqdnSosw8sxXahrYWperh.jpg Red Dead Redemption 2 console FAQsWhen can you play Red Dead Redemption 2 on console? Right now! Red Dead Redemption 2 is available on PS4 and Xbox One. How much did Red Dead Redemption 2 on console make during opening weekend? According to Forbes, Red Dead Redemption 2 on console had a record-setting $725 million launch weekend -making it the second biggest earning opening weekend for a game (second only to GTA V). Is Red Dead Redemption 2 coming to PC? It looks likely that we will see Red Dead Redemption 2 on PC, however Rockstar Games has not officially confirmed if or when this will happen. Red Dead Redemption 2 console reviewsWe didn't had enough time with Red Dead Redemption 2 on console to give it the comprehensive TechRadar review treatment, however we've rounded up the verdicts of those who have below: GamesRadar+ David Meikelham - * * * * * - Just how good is Red Dead Redemption 2? Over the past few years, I’d argue the only games that deserve to be considered at this same ultra elite level are GTA 5, Metal Gear Solid 5, and The Witcher 3. This is a stone cold 5/5 classic that combines brilliant writing – Rockstar’s Houser brothers deliver another affecting, scythe-sharp script – amazing tech, and one of the most boldly structured plots to ever grace a triple-A title. The story is so well told, you’ll emotionally invest more in a horse during one crucial scene than you did even for Kratos in this year’s stellar God of War revival. If you only buy one game this year, it absolutely has to be this wondrous Wild West quest. Kotaku Kirk Hamilton - (No score, but incredibly positive review) This game has heart; the kind of heart that is difficult to pin down but impossible to deny. It is a wonderful story about terrible people, and a vivacious, tremendously sad tribute to nature itself. There is so much beauty and joy in this expensive, exhausting thing. Somehow that makes it even more perfect – a breathtaking eulogy for a ruined world, created by, about, and for a society that ruined it. The Guardian Keza McDonald - * * * * * - There can be no doubt that this is a landmark game. It is a new high water-mark for lifelike video game worlds, certainly, but that world is also home to a narrative portrait of the wild west that is unexpectedly sombre and not afraid to take its time. With very few exceptions, the many stories that Rockstar’s writers have set out to tell about this group of outlaws land perfectly, the enjoyable twists and turns of individual missions and chapters feeding into an exciting, sophisticated and absorbing larger narrative – and the stories that you discover yourself within its world are no less compelling. IGN Luke Reilly - 10/10 - Set in Rockstar’s most authentic and lived-in open world ever, there are so many things to do, so many people to meet, and so many places to explore it’s giddily overwhelming. Red Dead Redemption 2 isn’t just Rockstar’s greatest achievement to date; it’s a game so lacking in compromise it’s tough to know where best to start discussing it. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/wTw8idHakDSmXuUkhupiLB.jpg GameInformer Matt Bertz - 10/10 - Rockstar Games has outdone itself again with Red Dead Redemption II. The up-close portrayal of the outlaw Van der Linde gang’s unraveling is a compelling companion story that blends seamlessly with the original game, and depth and breadth of the open world is a technical triumph that every gamer should experience. Eurogamer Martin Robinson - Recommended It's been eight years since the last Red Dead Redemption, and five since the release of Grand Theft Auto 5 - time that you can see and feel in every delicately crafted inch of a game of this scope and scale, yet time in which we've been spoilt by the likes of The Witcher 3 and The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. Rockstar's writers can't quite match the humanity and purpose of the former, nor can its designers match the integrity of the latter. It offers something else besides, though: a richness, detail and technical prowess that is breathtaking, and peerless. Is this Rockstar's greatest game, a new masterpiece alongside the original? There are one too many caveats, and one too many flaws at its heart, to leave me totally convinced. Is this its richest, most beautiful open world? Of that there's not a single doubt. Gamespot Kallie Plagge - 9 out 10 - While Red Dead Redemption was mostly focused on John Marston's story, Red Dead 2 is about the entire Van der Linde gang--as a community, as an idea, and as the death rattle of the Wild West. It is about Arthur, too, but as the lens through which you view the gang, his very personal, very messy story supports a larger tale. Some frustrating systems and a predictable mission structure end up serving that story well, though it does take patience to get through them and understand why. Red Dead Redemption 2 is an excellent prequel, but it's also an emotional, thought-provoking story in its own right, and it's a world that is hard to leave when it's done. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/mKtqmk7ea5eJj2YX7sDth3.jpg Red Dead Redemption 2 console release dateRed Dead Redemption 2 is out now for PlayStation 4 and Xbox One. But what about a PC version? So far, there's been no official word from Rockstar on a Red Dead Redemption 2 PC outing, with only the console versions so far announced. However, we saw a similar story with the release of Grand Theft Auto V. A roaring success on PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360, it was several years before it made the jump to the PC, and eventually even crossed console generations with a remastered version of the game turning up on PS4 and Xbox One. Could it be a similar story for Red Dead 2? It's looking likely – the LinkedIn profile of a programmer with previous experience at RockStar shows that the employee has been working on the game from a PC standpoint, with the profile verified by several sources. We'd say a PC version is incredibly likely at some point: indeed, a retail listing has leaked out early suggesting a 2019 PC launch is on the cards. Meanwhile, Red Dead Online is currently in beta testing on PS4 and Xbox One. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/KVvt5339TrA4YBRcDrWCED.jpg Red Dead Redemption 2 console guidesWe've put together a collection of Red Dead Redemption 2 guides to help you on your journey, covering everything from the best weapons to the best hidden Easter Eggs. Check them out below: Red Dead Redemption 2 hunting guideRed Dead Redemption 2 fishing guideRed Dead Redemption 2 Easter Egg guideRed Dead Redemption 2: five characters to roleplay if you don’t fancy the main storyRed Dead Redemption 2 mini-game guideRed Dead Redemption 2 weapons guidehttp://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/AE9FtWKCA6emsaSDcrFHrm.jpg Red Dead Redemption 2 console featuresIt's a'65-hour' game with a 2,000-page script In an interview with Vulture, Rockstar Games co-founder Dan Houser estimated that Red Dead Redemption 2 will take player 65 hours to finish. In addition, Houser revealed the title spans 2,000 pages of script, makes use of 300,000 animations and 500,000 lines of dialogue, and Rockstar employed 1,200 actors for motion-capture work – 700 of whom also recorded dialogue. Interactions are deeper You can now interact with citizens in a way you couldn't before. From calling out to fellow riders to talking your way out of trouble with the sheriff, your actions have consequences. It's up to you whether you choose to escalate or diffuse volatile situations, but negative actions could result in making enemies. Camp life is important Due to the Van Der Linde gang not being the friendliest neighbors, you'll often be forced out of an area and have to set up camp somewhere new. Camp serves as your gang's base, it's where you eat, sleep, play games, and perform chores. You need to pull your weight, fetching food and supplies to keep morale high. You can also take part in activities for fellow gang members which improve your relationship with them. Variety of terrain With the open world deeper than ever before, there are plenty of different regions for you to explore including sprawling forests, scorching deserts, bustling cities, sheer mountains and mucky swamps. These areas are inhabited by appropriate wildlife, with alligators roaming the swamps and eagles circling mountain tops. Weapons are more realistic and unique Each weapon has a unique characteristic and is valuable in different situations. You can customize each weapon down to the material used to craft the weapon and what type of ammunition each gun holds. You also need to keep your weapons maintained, but if you use the same weapon long enough you'll become more efficient and effective with it. Before heading into combat, you need to stock up on the right weapons - your mobile arsenal will be carried around by your horse but you can only hold so many weapons at one time. Choices include the Cattleman Revolver and Springfield Rifle, as well as the more potent Sawed-off Shotgun and Volcanic Pistol that you'll need for close quarters combat. For hunting, you'll want to use the Varmint Rifle to keep hides free from big bullet holes, and the Double-Action Revolver makes a good riding companion due to its quick firing speeds. Speaking of quick firing speeds, Dead Eye mode is back and more brutal than ever. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/7EuranGbvfNa354PpGHSgj.jpg Befriending your horse is beneficial As you progress, your relationship with your valiant steed will blossom. The stronger the bond, the easier the horse is to control. There are also a wider variety of horses than before, with each horse having a specific purpose (such as racing). There's a new protagonist John Marston is no more. Red Dead Redemption 2 brings players a brand new protagonist called Arthur Morgan and the game will follow this outlaw and the Van der Linde gang as they rob and fight their way across America. That doesn't mean that John is entirely absent. From trailer number three we've learnt that John is in the game, although how major a player he's going to be we're yet to see. Dutch is back The main antagonist from Red Dead Redemption showed his face in this game's second trailer which confirms he'll be back. Whether or not he'll be the same antagonistic force is unclear but we think it's highly unlikely he's going to be a force for good. There's mention of "the sons of Dutch" in the third trailer, and while this is more than likely a reference to the familial nature of the Van Der Linde gang, is there a possibility Arthur Morgan could be Dutch's progeny? http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/PhuHsf2Cx38UxmBij6sUjj.jpg It has single player right now but multiplayer is on the way As you'd expect of a Rockstar game, Red Dead Redemption 2's vast open game world is the backdrop to a thrilling single-player campaign. Though the first game followed the story of one man, that's not the the case with Red Dead Redemption 2. One similarity we do know Red Dead Redemption 2 will have to Grand Theft Auto 5 is its huge online multiplayer world. On the game's website, Rockstar has stated that the world of the single player campaign will "also provide the foundation for a brand new online multiplayer experience." Considering Grand Theft Auto 5's online world is still growing and thriving 4 years after the game's initial release this is an exciting prospect. We imagine the cooperative missions that involve heists, races, gangs and money making will transfer neatly over to the Wild West world of Red Dead Redemption 2. Red Dead Redemption 2 PS4 dealsHere are the best deals for Red Dead Redemption 2 on PlayStation 4: Red Dead Redemption 2 Xbox One dealsHere are the best deals for Red Dead Redemption 2 on Xbox One: (Image credits: Rockstar Games) Read more: Red Dead Redemption 2 on PChttp://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/3i6kNSVRabw

Will we ever see Red Dead Redemption 2 on PC? Rockstar's open-world Western game Red Dead Redemption 2 launched on console to huge acclaim last October, with Red Dead Online now in beta alongside the epic-sized single-player campaign. So far, however, the game is only available on Xbox One and PS4. While that's not exactly a restrictive release, committed PC players have been left twiddling their thumbs in the vague hope of a Red Dead Redemption 2 PC port coming down the line. Red Dead Online: beta access, release date, and online playPlayers hungry for a high-spec or 4K experience can opt to play the game on the PS4 Pro or Xbox One X, but there's nothing quite like a souped-up PC rig to bring out the finer details and see what Rockstar's game engine can really do. So if you don't have a console from Sony or Microsoft, what are your prospects for getting Red Dead Redemption 2 on PC any time soon? We've run through all the latest rumors pointing to a PC release, and made our best guess as to when we'd expect it to land. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/AE9FtWKCA6emsaSDcrFHrm.jpg Will we see Red Dead Redemption 2 on PC?Rumors kicked off in mid-October about a possible Red Dead Redemption 2 PC release, after the online retailer MediaMarkt listed a PC version of the game on its website, with a placeholder date of December 31, 2019. The listing has since been pulled, however. Things heated up again after a LinkedIn profile for a Rockstar employee appeared to list credits as a programmer on the PC version of the game – though this, again, was amended after the media attention that attracted. The firmest clues we have appeared when Rockstar released a mobile / tablet companion app alongside the new Red Dead game, mainly as a hub for viewing in-game stats, journal entries, and map locations (see image below). http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/NSNsA4Tzx7MhShfbGbTGRY.jpg Red Dead Redemption 2 companion app Red Dead Redemption 2 gets a free tie-in app to help you on your waySome savvy data-mining, though, contained references to PC-quality graphics settings – shadow quality, grass rendering, and the like – as well as lines explicitly naming PC, such as 'PARAM_companionAutoConnectIpPC' or 'CommandIsPcVersion(void)'. You can see the full list on Rockstar Intel. There's also a reference to 'Oculus', which can only really refer to VR capability for the game. Given the option to play the entire game in an immersive first-person perspective, virtual reality would be a natural fit – and Red Dead 2 VR would be most at home on a dedicated Oculus or PC-bound headset. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/77B7rPJoKAjvKte79oBKCF.jpg Red Dead Redemption 2: ripe for VR? Red Dead Redemption 2 on PC: release dateSo when could we see Red Dead Redemption 2 on PC? At this point Rockstar is unlikely to make an announcement anytime soon, as the studio seems to be focusing on Red Dead Online. While 2010's Red Dead Redemption never came to PC, previous Rockstar games like GTA IV or GTA V both took around six months to make the jump to PC after their initial console launch. So that means we could be looking at an April/May 2019 launch date this time around. Given the scale of the the open-world game, it's not wholly surprising for a PC port to follow a few months after – it takes a lot of work to get the game running on different systems. But the longer PC gamers have to wait, the less likely they are to maintain their anticipation. (Image credits: Rockstar Games) Red Dead Redemption2 easter egg guide: where to find the best kept secretsGTA 6: release date, news and rumorshttp://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/c2yjfZZBvAs

Cheap Fitbit sale prices can save you a lot of money at this time of year as the number one name in fitness trackers are a popular pick to keep you inspired to nail those New Year Resolution fitness goals (it's not too late!). The competition in the fitness tracker world is ever-growing, which is actually good news for lower Fitbit prices as the brand has to push hard to remain competitive in price. And with each fresh iteration of its fitness trackers or smart watches we see further improvements, showing that corners aren't being cut to keep prices down either. New versions usually mean cheaper Fitbit prices on older models too, so there's always a bargain to be had somewhere. This guide to the best cheapest Fitbit deals takes a look at the models still readily available and compares prices at a wide range of retailers. So if the newer ones are looking a bit pricey for your needs, keep scrolling down, and we're sure we'll be able to find you something. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/E9riFr3UdhKYogiGcPJbrX.jpg The Fitbit Inspire looks set to eventually replace the Fitbit Alta as a fantastic entry-level fitness tracker that's not too light on features (yes, we're talking abut you, Fitbit Flex 2). The new Inspire is priced similarly to the Alta yet has a bigger screen. It's a proper touchscreen too, instead of the less user-friendly tapscreen on the Alta. There's a new button on the side to act as a 'Back' button in the menus, so navigation of the trackers features are much easier to cycle through. The Fitbit Inspire is better in the wet and can actually be worn while swimming too rather than just being splash and rain-resistant. The casing around the face is now plastic, rather than aluminium, but this makes for a more comfortable wear on the wrist and it's a touch lighter. All in all, while we're seeing the Inspire priced at a similar level to the older Alta, the Inspire is the clear winner. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/yLxyXUjMCcvom4RmoEAndW.jpg Like the Fitbit Inspire mentioned earlier, the Fitbit Inspire HR looks set to replace our previous budget-friendly option in the Alta HR. As the name suggests, the main difference between this and the other Inspire model is the inclusion of a heart-rate monitor. It's not a lot of extra money to spend on the feature in all honesty and can be useful in tracking your fitness levels. If that's a feature you could live without though, because you're very aware of your your heart-rate because you can hear it thundering between your ears when running up that hill, then you may as well save yourself some money. The screen on the HR is ever so slightly bigger if you're looking for the right nudge to opt for the upgrade though. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/CKdcnukUMesPgEPMoLMnaC.jpg The Fitbit Charge 3 is a marked improvement over the still-impressive Charge 2. The thinner design with softer angles on all sides make it a more comfortable wear. There's a proper touchscreen this time too rather than a tap-to-cycle one. The Charge 3 is waterproof up to 50m, meaning it's absolutely fine to wear while swimming and it has tracking features to use while you do. Add in a heart-rate tracker, multiple apps for loads of different sports and a seven-day charge time (two days longer than before) and the Fitbit Charge 3 prices start to look like excellent value for money. The prices below are for the standard version, if you want to see the special edition version with its woven or silicon straps and Fitbit pay functionality we've rounded up the prices for that one on this guide for every edition of the Fitbit Charge 3. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Abd2i6PpPBKMdA84C5kwCm.jpg While the official MSRP/RRP of the new Fitbit Versa Lite is quite a bit less than the starting price of the more feature-rich original Fitbit Versa we've found that the later if often available for a very similar price to the Lite. In these situations is just makes much more sense to go for the full-fat version. However, prices will drop eventually and that's when you should consider the Lite if you don't need the full suite of features. We absolutely love the blue and magenta versions the Lite is available in too. As for features, you get connected GPS via your phone, water resistance up to 50m and a range of fitness apps. However, compared to the regular Versa, you don't get Wi-Fi, onscreen workouts, floor/swimming lap tracking or music storage. So take a look at the latest prices and compare them with the regular Versa if these are features you'd want. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/KnH6ySwzsCdSDQPXPKgX3M.jpg While its feature set isn’t quite on par with that of its bigger brother the Ionic, the Fitbit Versa feels like the same watch but with a lighter and friendlier design and a much lower price point. It brings a clear, bright and beautiful screen, a new and improved heart rate sensor that will apparently be updated with even smarter functionality via a firmware update, smart notifications, contactless payment capabilities, and all the features Fitbit users will have come to know and love. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/AD9hV9nc3yNfKKsFE4NzyH.png The Fitbit Alta is a fetching, form-fitting fitness tracker that looks more like a bracelet. But don't let its looks fool you too much. Underneath, it packs in the same Fitbit smarts, like step, exercise and sleep tracking functionalities. To top it off, the battery life is astoundingly good. The display, while quite small offers much more feedback than the LED lights of the cheaper Fitbit Flex 2. For us, this is the best cheap Fitbit option if you don't want to spend a lot on one. The Flex 2 is just too basic on its own. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/QUvthhpv7g5aLH9rDvYdPi.jpg The Fitbit Alta HR takes the fetching formula of the original and adds heart rate monitoring into the mix. During use, we found it to be surprisingly accurate and the OLED display shows the metrics in a simple, easy-to-read fashion. Much of this package is also available on the Alta, like the usual Fitbit smarts, including step, exercise and sleep tracking functionalities. To top it off, the battery life is astoundingly good. Opt for this model if heart rate-based exercise is important to you. It's mostly the same as the original Alta, but the added functionality for not much extra cash down is a good thing in our book. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/cEgaeJc5YmPVNExfmNseCL.jpg The Fitbit Ace is aimed at the kids' market, or more likely, fitness-conscious parents. Thankfully, Fitbit hasn't gone too far down the targeted design route and the Fitbit Ace actually looks very similar to the design of the Fitbit Alta rather than opting for zany colours or ugly armour casing. The Fitbit Ace fitness apps inside have been simplified a little though to make it much more child-friendly and there are star badges to 'gamify' exercise a bit more and give them incentives to be more active. There's a decent level of waterproofing too as the Ace will withstand splashes, rain and even showers - although it won't stand for being submerged in the bath or the swimming pool. The smaller wrist-strap can be a better fit for smaller children too. If your child is a bit older, tech-savvy or growing fast, it may be worth skipping the Fitbit Ace and looking at the regular Fitbit Alta as we find it's generally cheaper nowadays, although it's only water-resistant against mild splashes and rain. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/QQmoqPk8p5DSEZREXGPKoB.png Fitbit Charge 2, another modern spin on a Fitbit classic, is packed with improvements and thoughtful tweaks over the original to make it worth your consideration. First off, the screen has been blown out to display even more information than before, including smartphone notifications – even if the feature is a bit limited. In addition, the Charge 2 features multi-sport tracking through the comprehensive Fitbit app that we know and love. This Fitbit isn't the cheapest model out there, but if it's multi-sport tracking data and on-screen information you seek, the Charge 2 will fit the bill. Better yet, with the Charge 3 out as well now, prices will start to fall on this version. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/rxmRNZGSiqEQ9TS5FrVefD.png If the Apple Watch and Android Wear (and now the Fitbit Ionic) smartwatches have caught your eye, but you don't want to sacrifice fitness know-how (or hundreds of dollars), the Fitbit Blaze may be the wearable for you. It boasts a vibrant display that showcases fitness metrics and a healthy share of smartphone notifications. This is one of the most versatile Fitbits that you can purchase at the moment. This model is splashproof, but not waterproof. But, the Fitbit Charge is much smarter than most and is one to consider if being connected is important to you. Connected GPS allows you to track run routes if you have your phone with you too. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ubCotMUhkMLvfvQSz5mpPY.jpg The Fitbit Ionic marked Fitbit's move deeper into smartwatch territory. It combines the best Fitbit goal-tracking software with all of the major features of a smartwatch, and it's a little cheaper than an Apple Watch. Plus, it works with both iOS and Android. The built-in GPS technology also means you don't have to take your smartphone out with you to track a route on a run either. You can also upload music to the device and pair it with some wireless headphones for tunes on the go. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/EZ7rFt2Q6x4VU83qDQk68A.png Another of Fitbit's wearables is an update to one of its oldest: the Fitbit Flex. The latest Fitbit Flex 2 doesn't do a whole lot to change the familiar look, but the innards have been refreshed to make this the one worth buying over the original. It's smaller, more fashionable, and most importantly, it's water-resistant, which was a first for Fitbit at the time. The lack of a screen might be a bother for some, but if you can adjust, this fitness tracker compensates by being remarkably low-profile. You don't even need to take it off before you hop in the shower. If a no-fuss tracker is on your list, this is your match. We'd give some serious though to spending a bit more and going for one of te alta models mentioned above though instead as the addition of a screen makes things much easier. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/PUMdks6qjxU6PuA3cjdHQF.png If you're someone who works out a ton, you'll want to know about the Fitbit Surge. Competing against Garmin's high-end trackers, the Surge is Fitbit's most robust offering, packing in a long 7-day battery inside, along with a GPS sensor that can track your run or walk for up to 10 consecutive hours. It costs more than many other wearables in the Fitbit range, but it is generally better value than most smartwatches boasting similar specs. The inclusion of GPS, its splashproof design and a battery that can last up to 7 days makes it a smart option for workout enthusiasts. http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/qvtYRbHEyCU

Nvidia has been rolling out graphics cards non-stop, with a six total Turing RTX and GTX models now, and the company may be about to tease next-generation GPU technology. Nvidia will reportedly debut its 7nm Ampere GPU architecture during the keynote at its GPU Technology Conference on March 18, according to the latest report from TweakTown. Before you get excited (or angry) about Team Green introducing even more gaming parts, the new GPU architecture will supposedly succeed Volta as Nvidia’s engine for high-performance computing, digital learning and artificial intelligence. Following the launch of the Radeon VII, AMD’s first 7nm graphics card, earlier this February, now would be the perfect time for Nvidia to answer in kind with its own 7nm architecture. There have also been rumors that suggest Nvidia has tapped Samsung to create 7nm transistors using its extreme ultraviolet lithography process. AMD’s next major 7nm graphics cards could be named NaviWhat about those Intel Graphics Cards though?The Nvidia GeForce RTX 2080 Ti is the most powerful graphics cardIf Ampere is real and it truly features a 7nm architecture, it should inform the design and features of Nvidia’s next GeForce series. Tensor cores and GDDR6 memory that first appeared on Volta-based GPUs eventually trickled down to Turing, and we suspect that pattern will repeat itself. However, while the timing would make sense, we remain skeptical about these rumors. For one thing, TweakTown’s sources have a hit rate hovering close to 25%. Just looking at Turing’s launch, the publication was incorrect about it being the 11-series, and posted multiple announcement dates that proved to be wrong; that said, the publication was one of the first to rightly call the Turing name. We’ll soon know whether any of this is true, so stay tuned as we’ll be bringing you all the important news GTC 2019, as well as the Games Developer Conference happening all next week. Here is our full review of Nvidia’s newest, cheapest graphics card, the GeForce GTX 1660Via Wccftech http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/GXJQREu8_fU

There are so many variations on the types of laptop these days, there really is something for everyone. So the first step is to determine what you really need. Is this a laptop for work, for gaming, for browsing, for kids, or for a little bit of everything? The basic factors you need to take into account are storage, speed, portability and – of course – battery life. The first, storage, comes down to a difference between HDD (hard disk drive) and SSD (solid state drives). The former is the older style, which is slower and more power intensive. The latter is faster, smaller and more battery friendly. An SSD is what you'll find on most modern laptops meaning you'll see the speed and performance increase immediately when you upgrade from the older style. Speed isn't just affected by that drive though so you'll need to take into account how much you want to spend on the processor and RAM, which both affect performance. If you're upgrading, you'll likely see an increase, even with a base level machine, but if you need more juice simply upgrade your power. The result should be faster load times and smoother use even when multitasking. All this now comes in far slimmer and lighter form factors too. The more you spend the more portable the laptop will be, generally. Spend a little more for a premium metal and glass finish that's reassuringly solid in the hand. If battery life is your main concern then you can focus on the most efficient processors, smaller screen and largest battery combination to get what you need. So which is the best laptop for you? There are three categories that you should look into to find your future laptop. Lots of these are found on AO.com where all the above factors are super-charged, meaning you get the latest and greatest when you buy your new laptop. Powerhouse laptopshttp://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/CsBRYiU79T5pY2pStt3z6d.jpg If you need lots of raw power, for video editing, image manipulation, gaming or intense multi-tasking, then you'll need a powerhouse. These generally come with the latest Intel Core i5 or i7 processors, the latter being the more powerful of the two. That means multi-threading of processes for the most power efficient as well as high-speed performance. The Asus Zenbook S, for example, offers the latest quad-core 8th gen Intel Core i7 processor running up to 4.6 Ghz and backed by a whopping 8GB of RAM – plenty to handle most tasks you throw at it. Alternatively you can go for a more flexible machine, literally, with the Lenovo Yoga C930 which folds back on itself to act like a tablet. This still churns out the power with an Intel Core i5 processor and 8GB of RAM. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/N4xK9sVUjEtFDZByGJi2i6.jpg Image credit: HP This is where the portability combined with power is a nice balance which the HP Envy 13 manages, offering a lightweight build, Intel Core i5 processor and 16GB of RAM plus 512GB of storage. Or go for the Acer Swift 5 for 8th gen Intel Core i5 performance backed with 8GB of RAM and an ultra-lightweight portable build – all without costing you too much. Premium laptopshttp://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/6Xp98aV8uKmyowGED285gA.jpg Image credit: Microsoft It's now possible to get high-end specs and quality build but without blowing your budget entirely. Premium laptops like the Microsoft Surface Go with Platinum Keyboard offer a high-end experience without the top-end price. This tablet with keyboard gives you the best of the tablet experience with all the powerhouse features of a laptop, at a sub-£500 price. A Full HD display, 9-hour battery, Intel Pentium Gold processor and 4GB of RAM make this a perfect portable partner. The HP Pavilion 15 is a classically designed laptop that crams in a 10-hour battery life, massive 1TB hard drive and AMD Ryzen 5 CPU with 8GB of RAM for a decent price. This proves you really don't have to blow the budget to get enough power to do what you need. Other options include the Acer Swift 3 for 8th gen Intel Core i3 performance with 256GB of storage and portability on a budget, or the Lenovo 330s for 8GB of RAM with 16GB of Optane memory backed up an 8th Gen Intel Core i5. Everyday laptopshttp://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/9fs6X8TuYfWsUVCBKUG8ZE.jpg Image credit: Acer If you don't want to spend too much, may not always need loads of power, but like to have enough to make sure you're covered should that need arise, then an everyday laptop is your best bet. This will cover you for decent battery life and portability while keeping the price down yet still offering a processor and RAM combination to handle most tasks. The Lenovo IdeaPad 330s is a good example of this combination of features as it offers a top-end 8th gen Intel Core i5 processor with 8GB of RAM plus 128GB storage and a wallet-friendly price. Or save more with the Acer Aspire 3 which still offers an AMD A6 with 4GB of RAM and 4GB of RAM plus a hefty 256GB of storage at nearly half the price. Or find a sweet spot in the middle with the HP 14, which deals out a 7th gen Intel Core i3 but which is backed by a hefty 8GB of RAM and pushes the battery to an impressive 12 hour life – all without blowing your budget. http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/0eIiHbRYjVg

Linux hosting is everywhere. Whether you're looking for a simple shared website hosting account or a powerful dedicated server, the chances are that you'll be offered a Linux-based option first. In many cases, you might not care. If your hosting needs are simple, you'll probably choose an account based on the allocated web space, bandwidth and similar features – the operating system is so far down most people's priority list that often it's not even mentioned in comparison tables. But if you're an experienced user, know more about Linux, or you perhaps need to build a technically complex website where you have full control over everything, it's a different story. You might want to choose your preferred distro or control panel. You could need more control over the server and its components. Hosts may throw in all kinds of goodies to get you started – a firewall, mail server, private DNS – and offer quality support to keep your site up and running. Every web host has its own idea of what makes a great Linux package, but we've listed five of our favorite providers to point you in the right direction. Keep reading to find out more. We’ve also rounded up the best overall website hosting serviceshttp://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/TMmKCZAay59kbZohNGQv4E.jpg InMotion Hosting is a professional Linux web host which delivers high levels of power and control right across its range. InMotion's shared hosting includes many beginner-friendly features, for example – free website migration, a bundled website builder, regular backups – but that's just the start. More experienced users will be happy to see support for MySQL and PostreSQL databases, PHP 7, Ruby, Perl and Python, SSH access and more. There are interesting touches wherever you look. You don't just get the option to have WordPress, PrestaShop or Joomla preinstalled, for instance – InMotion throws in WP-CLI to enable managing multiple WordPress installations from the command line. 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You can sign up for InMotion Hosting herehttp://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/684e36528eca45e1971880b3630342db.jpg http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ySWUPUr36NXYoSiCjDmWz9.jpg Every Linux host claims to offer the best possible technical support, but separating the experts from the pretenders isn't always easy. One way to identify the most knowledgeable providers is to check their high-end products. You won't get the same level of support if you're buying a basic shared hosting package, but just knowing that level of expertise is available somewhere in the company can be useful. SiteGround is a great example. If the company's standard hosting products aren't enough, it can build enterprise-level solutions from scratch, and SiteGround's website lists some of the technologies it supports: custom private clouds, smart use of Linux containers, replication between databases, and in-depth expertise in WordPress, Drupal, Nginx, Apache, PHP, MySQL, MongoDB, ElasticSearch, Redis, Solr, Memcached and more. This is clearly a provider that knows what it's doing. Home users won't get the same level of support, of course, but even SiteGround's shared hosting plan delivers more than you might expect: free Let's Encrypt SSLs, cPanel and SSH access, Cloudflare integration, unlimited emails and databases, HTTP/2-enabled servers, free daily backups, and 24/7 technical support by phone, chat and a ticket system. Not bad at $3.65 (£2.95) a month plus tax for the initial term, $11.7 (£8.95) afterwards. Ramping up to a VPS-like Cloud Hosting plan gets you a very well-specified CentOS system. 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But that shouldn't be too intimidating for Linux users, and many elements of Hostwinds' packages remain simple and easy-to-use (site management via cPanel, automated WordPress and other installs via Softaculous, and so on). Even better, as you're not paying for management, Hostwinds gives you a 50% discount on every package. Normal managed Linux VPS packages range from $10.99 (£8.5) for 1 CPU core, 1GB RAM, 30GB disk space, 1TB traffic, up to $526.99 (£404) for 16 cores, 96GB RAM, 750GB disk space, 9TB traffic – but the unmanaged range runs from $4.99 (£3.60) to $328.99 (£249.50) - currently there is a 53% discount on managed packages and 10% for unmanaged. There's no long-term contract required, so you can try the service for as little as a month to see if it works for you. 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The CentOS 7 images can include cPanel or Plesk, and plans are available in a mix of self-managed, core-managed and fully-managed variations. There's even more power over some supplementary features. While other hosts might throw in a standard backup plan, Liquid Web enables choosing how many daily backups you'd like to retain, or it can squeeze as many backups as will fit into a defined amount of disk space. Both options are charged at a very reasonable $0.12 per GB per month, so you only pay for whatever you use. However your server is configured, Liquid Web's excellent support is on hand 24/7/365 to resolve problems as quickly as possible. And we do mean quickly: if, say, there's a hardware failure, the company promises it will be replaced within 30 minutes of the problem being identified. What's more, Liquid Web backs up these promises with an impressive service level agreement. If the company doesn't respond to an initial helpdesk ticket within 30 minutes, you'll be credited with 10 times the amount they missed it by, and there are similar clauses to cover you for power outages, network failure and more. You can sign up for Liquid Web herehttp://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/684e36528eca45e1971880b3630342db.jpg http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/wPgHKdrDBbxBrHHc9zLGsL.jpg Choosing the right Linux host can be difficult, especially if you're a hosting newbie and unsure of which features you might need. One option is to gain some experience by signing up with a flexible budget host like OVH. The company doesn't have the best support and we wouldn't recommend it for business-critical sites, but you do get a huge amount for your money and it's a very cheap way to learn more about your Linux options. Do you need a wider choice of operating systems, for instance? 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http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/PFE3t4PqyasVwQRZGCsRg.jpg Vodafone is one of the biggest networks in the world and by far one of the most powerful brands in the UK. Not surprising when they so frequently offer excellent tariffs on flagship handsets like the iPhone XR, Galaxy S9 and the market's other favourite phones. Vodafone seems to go through fits and spurts when it comes to how competitively it's priced. It can go from the cheapest on the market, to pretty poor on our mobile phone deals comparison charts. Unfortunately, Vodafone seems to be going through one of its more expensive periods. We've seen prices across devices rise on Vodafone lately, especially the bigger devices like the iPhone XR and Samsung Galaxy S10 Plus. However, there are still tonnes of great deals floating around, it just takes more searching and luckily we've done that part for you. 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Now that the PS4 is officially reaching the end of its life cycle (that's direct from Sony), our thoughts are inevitably turning to the PS5 – so what exactly is in store for the Sony PlayStation 5 and when can be expect it to release? Sony is currently keeping tight-lipped when it comes to specific plans for the PS5: but we know that a PlayStation 5 release date will definitely be revealed in the coming months, thanks to Sony Interactive Entertainment's President and CEO Shawn Layden confirming as much in an interview with Golem.de. In addition, Sony president Kenichiro Yoshida confirmed the company is working on a next-generation console in an interview with the Financial Times. Back in May, Sony Interactive CEO John Kodera revealed to the Wall Street Journal that the PlayStation 5 would not be releasing until at least 2021. However, a report from Ace Securities claimed the PS5 could release as soon as Christmas 2019 - earlier than the Xbox Two. Even though we don't know exactly what to expect from the PS5 (or if that'll even be its name), we do know that the rumors, wish lists and alarmingly convincing 'leaked' renders in the run up to a console reveal are a big part of the fun. One such rumor is that the PS5 could be backwards compatible with the PS4, PS3, PS2, and original PlayStation, meaning its games library could stretch right back to the glory days of the mid 90s. In that spirit, we've gathered together everything we most want to see from the PlayStation 5 and what its stand-out features might be when it arrives. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/rosGpHNkKVJ2YXuifAz4X6.jpg Image credit: Sony PS5 release dateWith no official word yet a PlayStation 5 release date, and Sony officially confirming it won't be at E3 2019, it's difficult to pin down exactly when we might get to see a PS5 console. Some analysts are predicting the PlayStation 5 release date could be around 2020 or 2021, for example, while others say 2019 – so just the three-year window, then. Speaking to GamingBolt, Michael Pachter said that though he thinks the PS5 will be a half-step and will be backwards-compatible with the PS4 Pro, he doesn't think we'll see it until "2019 or 2020 but probably 2019". This would make sense as it would fall in line with predictions for when the 4K TV market in the US will reach 50%. "I think Sony has probably got the next console cycle lined up already," he says, "I think they already know what they've got to do." A report from Ace Securities also claimed the PS5 could release as soon as Christmas 2019 - but that seems a bit optimistic to us. More recently Pachter clarified this claim, saying that Sony would most likely release the new console in 2020. He added that at this time he thinks the PS4 Pro will become the base model PlayStation and will see a reduction in price. Meanwhile a recent report from Kotaku's Jason Schreier backs up this thinking. He spoke to a number of developers about likely release dates with most of the conversations pointing to a 2020 release. He writes: "There is information about the PlayStation 5 floating around at both first- and third-party companies, but it’s far more limited than it would be if the console’s release was imminent." A recent Wall Street Journal report points to a release around three years away, with Sony's John Kodera stating: “We will use the next three years to prepare the next step, to crouch down so that we can jump higher in the future." Not long after this, Sony's new CEO, Kenichiro Yoshida, released a three-year business plan for the company which predicted the company's profits would dip in the run up to 2021. This is the kind of dip that may come as the PlayStation 4 reaches market saturation, before the launch of the PS5. So mark your calendars for 2019, 2020 and 2021 then... http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/9xRUtnQ4MzMavEo63BDfea.jpg Image credit: Sony PS5 competitionAlthough we're hideously impatient for news of a PlayStation 5 release date, we can't fault Sony for taking another few years to really milk the last of the PS4, given it's huge and loyal player base. After all, the PS4 Pro is still relatively new to the market and its direct competitor, the Microsoft's Xbox One X, is an even more recent release. Thanks to recent leaks, we already know Microsoft is working on the next Xbox, which is likely to be announced at E3 2019. So it's likely Sony is also deep into development of the PS5. According to gaming industry analyst Hideki Yasuda (via T3), and his firm Ace Economic Research Institute, "the introduction of the PS5 will be at the end of 2019". A 2019 release would be much earlier than expected and could give Sony a real advantage as the next generation console would release before the Xbox Two. If we're honest, we can't really see any urgent need to start a new generation right now. And given Microsoft's growing commitment to backwards compatibility, we think it's key for Sony to really think carefully about its next steps. Despite Yasuda's report, a two to three-year wait make a lot more sense to us. However, it could be Sony is trying to throw Microsoft a sucker-punch from left-field by releasing earlier than expected. In addition, Slightly Mad Studios has announced it is working on a high-powered next-generation console called the 'Mad Box'. PS5 news and rumorsSolid news on the PlayStation 5 is pretty thin on the ground at the moment, but as always, we do have rumors about what could be coming down the line – and we've collected and assessed them right here. Patent suggests backwards compatibility According to a newly-uncovered patent, the PlayStation 5 may be capable of emulating the PlayStation 4, PS3, PS2 and original PlayStation, aka the PSX as well as souped up next-gen titles. Kenichiro Yoshida confirms next-gen In an interview with the Financial Times, Sony president and CEO Kenichiro Yoshida said: “At this point, what I can say is it’s necessary to have a next-generation hardware." Ace Economic Research Institute report Gaming industry analyst Hideki Yasuda, from Osaka-based firm Ace Economic Research, has claimed in a recent report that the PS5 could arrive in time for Christmas 2019 (via T3). The report estimates that "the introduction of the PS5 will be at the end of 2019". If this is true, then it'll be a massive blow to Microsoft who has confirmed the Xbox Two (codenamed "Xbox Scarlett") will not launch until 2020. PS5 game development is in full swing Daniel Ahmad, analyst with Niko Partners, has been in discussions with sources at first party Sony development houses, and believes that PS5 games are now the sole focus for the majority of in-house Sony teams. With dev kits in the wild, this makes a lot of sense – but Ahmad states also that the PS4 line-up has been secured for the time being too. Looking at the PS4 back catalogue, don't be surprised then if there ends up being plenty of cross-generational PS4-to-PS5 titles, too. John Kodera talks life cycles PlayStation's John Kodera has been discussing the future of the PS4 at a Sony Corporate Strategy Meeting and, by extension, inadvertently creating space for prospective PS5 release year rumors. During the meeting, Kodera made it clear that Sony is still very much behind the console but warned that sales are expected to slow this year, in line with expectations as market saturation approaches. As a console gets to this point in its lifecycle, it's natural to start looking forward to the next iteration. Kodera stated that the time passing from now until 2021 would be a period where Sony would hunker down – which suggests that a new big idea could be around the corner. Perhaps 2021 will be the time to expect the PS5? No E3 2018 appearance Now that E3 2018 has come and gone, we know there was no mention of the PS5 during the event. Instead, Sony offered up deep dives into four of its biggest upcoming games: Death Stranding, Spider-Man, The Last of Us 2 and Ghost of Tsushima. Watch this space for E3 2019. Eurogamer tech analysis A recent report from Eurogamer has attempted to narrow down a possible release date based on when technologies advanced enough to justify a generational leap will be available to Sony. The most important things that will need to advance will be the console's processor and its memory and in both cases, Eurogamer has determined that we're unlikely to see a new console released before the very end of 2019. Even if Sony did manage to push its console out at this date, the cost of production would make the PS5 far too expensive, making it more likely that we won't see the console released until the end of 2020, if Sony has any intention of making it an appealing proposition. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/qLcui8MaTJhRwoSq7GMAKW.jpg Image credit: CD Projekt Andrew House talks the next generation Former Sony chief, Andrew House, has been speaking about what the next generation of consoles could look like at the GamesBeat conference recently. Though House refused to comment specifically on the PlayStation 5 itself, he did say that he believes physical discs will stick around for a while yet, as a result of the need to continue tapping into developing markets where downloadable titles may not be quite as compatible with limited internet infrastructure. In other markets, however, he thinks that streaming games will be a big part of the next generation of consoles. House also stated that he thinks the PS4 and the PS4 Pro still have a long life in them yet. This doesn't necessarily cancel out the rumors that the PS5 will be with us in the next one to two years; if the reports that the console will be backwards-compatible are true then the PS4 generation will remain relevant long into the lifecycle of the PS5. Regardless, given that House was unwilling to comment on the PS5 despite being pushed, these details can only be considered speculation at the moment. The SemiAcccurate report SemiAccurate (via ResetEra) is claiming that it's received some leaked information on the yet-to-be-announced console and says that the number of dev kits which have been distributed suggests the console could be released sooner than expected. In addition to this, SemiAccurate also reports that Sony will use this console to push its VR efforts even further, with VR-tech baked in at the Silicon level, and will sport a GPU based on AMD's Navi architecture with a CPU that's potentially a custom item from AMD's Zen line. Though SemiAcccurate has a decent track record with its reports, having accurately reported Nintendo's Nvidia partnership for the Switch and the PS4 specs back in 2012, we still say take this with a pinch of salt. Though the specs sound plausible, a 2019 release date seems a little far-fetched. Regardless of how many developer kits that Sony has distributed, it feels too soon after the release of the PS4 Pro for the next PlayStation console just now... and we're getting towards the end of 2018. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/aPeJiQcLGDkYWkB6VJSVtC.jpg Image credit: TechRadar The Marcus Sellars claims Renowned leaker Marcus Sellars has been making some bold claims on Twitter recently (via GameRant), alleging that PS5 development kits are already in the hands of third-party developers. He also claimed that Nintendo is planning a Direct stream for March 8 (something which has since proven to be accurate). In fact, Sellars has been accurate with his claims a few times: recently he revealed Metroid Prime 4 was being developed by Bandai Namco. However, Sellars didn't provide any evidence to back up his claims so they really can't be taken as anything more than rumor at the moment. Something which may be interesting in relation to this, though, is that recently CD Projekt Red revealed that their upcoming title Cyberpunk 2077 was being developed for current and next generation consoles which came as a great surprise to many. Whether this means they're one of the third-party developers at work with these rumored kits is yet to be confirmed. Even if development kits are in the hands of developers, this doesn't mean the PS5 is coming any time soon. It could still be another couple of years before any kind of reveal in terms of hardware. The patent Something that does help Sellars case is a recently updated patent for backwards compatibility that's been filed by Sony. Originally filed in 2015, the patent was updated in February to say “Backward compatibility testing of software in a mode that disrupts timing.” This is no guarantee that Sony is actually working on the technology for the PS5 (it could be creating an entirely separate peripheral that makes backwards compatibility possible) but it's not impossible that this could be for a new generation console. The PlayStation Plus news Though there's been no official word from Sony on the development of a PlayStation 5 just yet, a recent announcement in relation to the PlayStation Plus service has ignited some speculation. It's been announced that from March 2019, PS Plus will no longer offer free PS3 or PSVita games and will instead focus on PS4 titles. This has led to some wondering over whether or not Sony is attempting to phase out these older generation titles in preparation for a new generation. This is, of course, pure speculation but it's interesting that Sony would be willing to reduce its game offering to only two games (as it informed Polygon) without any other excuse than wishing to focus on titles for an already highly successful console. Whether Sony is truly making way for the PS5 or whether it's going to offer a higher quality of PS4 game is unclear and it seems we'll have to wait a while to find out what the final plan for PS Plus is. PS5: Can we have proper 4K gaming?The PS4 Pro offers a tantalising hint of what 4K gaming could be like. But the stark fact remains: it still doesn’t have the grunt to do native 4K consistently. Its “checkerboard” technique of taking single pixels and using each to render four pixels in 4K resolution is clever, and it can do native 4K output, but it often has to sacrifice resolution to keep performance consistent. Chris Kingsley, CTO and co-founder of developer Rebellion, dangles an even more ambitious technological carrot in front of a putative PS5: “Obviously new hardware should be able to support 4K TVs and possibly even 8K TVs at a push!” Native 4K support, surely, will be a basic requirement of the PlayStation 5. And if Sony cracks that particular problem with alacrity, it could even mean that a PlayStation 5 will arrive sooner than anticipated. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/155c13f5287e77b369ca3b170f3e630b.jpg PS5 games Aside from 4K visuals, if recent showings at GDC 2018 are anything to go by we certainly can expect the next generation to offer incredible visual advancements in terms of character models. During GDC, we got a glimpse of what the next generation of games might look like and it's left us extremely excited for the PS5. Real-time ray tracing was revealed to be the next big thing in rendering while Epic Games gave us a taste of how it might be used to create the most lifelike characters ever. Using its capture technology, the Unreal Engine creator displayed a future with character models so realistic they bring us close to crossing the uncanny valley. Watch a performance from Andy Serkis below to see just how capable these new development technologies are: “Honestly, between five and ten years from now, I don't think you're going to be able to tell the difference between the real and the virtual world,” Epic CTO Kim Libreri told GamesIndustry.biz, “You'll see hardware that can support these kinds of capabilities pretty shortly, and then, finally, the greatest blockbuster with the most complicated effects, within ten years, you'll be able to do that in real-time.” When Libreri tells us we'll see hardware that can support this technology "pretty shortly" we can't be sure, but we like to think she's talking about the yet-to-be-announced PS5. PS5: The VR effectSony became the first console manufacturer to embrace virtual reality, thanks to the PlayStation VR, but if you examine PlayStation VR closely – and observe how it operates on the PS4 Pro – it invites speculation about how a PlayStation 5 console might take VR to a new level. Currently, PlayStation VR operates at lower resolution than the Oculus Rift and HTC Vive – but, as it stands, even its current incarnation almost pushes the base PlayStation 4 beyond its limits. Running a PlayStation VR on a PS4 Pro brings improved frame-rates, which are very handy indeed in terms of the overall VR experience, but even the PS4 Pro can’t overcome the resolution constraints set by the PlayStation VR headset. Sony will want to return to the market with a second, markedly higher-tech iteration of PlayStation VR So it’s a good bet that, presuming PlayStation VR is successful (and it already appears to be catching on) Sony will want to return to the market with a second, markedly higher-tech iteration: which would provide an obvious selling point for the PlayStation 5. And if a PlayStation VR 2 headset could be sold without an external black box, it should be markedly cheaper, further accelerating VR’s march into the mainstream. A recent report from SemiAcccurate, which claims that the PS5 will have virtual reality capabilities built-in at silicon level, suggests this will indeed be the case. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/30e3a888cf6434077a2c8c0cd18067cc.jpg PlayStation VR Rebellion’s Kingsley makes another good point about second-generation VR. “Anything that reduces the leads has to be a good thing,” he says. The umbilical cord which currently attaches VR headset-wearers to their consoles or PCs obviously goes against VR’s entire immersive nature, and we’re already beginning to see, for example, a third-party implementation for the HTC Vive that renders it wireless. It’s a safe bet that the capacity for running a wireless PlayStation VR 2 will be built into the PS5. But Kingsley’s PlayStation VR 2 wish-list goes further: “Wide vertical and horizontal field-of-view would be top of my list, and of course, that would require 4K resolution per eye, and high dynamic range would be great too.” HDR and wider fields of view should be achievable but sadly, we don’t reckon full 4K VR is likely to be a possibility even for the PS5. As Kingsley points out, that would require 4K rendering per eye, which equates to 8K rendering overall, which we expect to be beyond the PS5’s capabilities. That said, perhaps Sony will find some clever technological bodge to get around that before it releases its fifth PlayStation console. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/99b8e3030ce4b9adb317f788c687c4d0.jpg Ratchet and Clank What form will the PS5 take?It has been suggested that future consoles like the PlayStation 5 could take radically different forms to current ones, thanks to advances in cloud computing and game streaming, doing away with the components that make today's devices so bulky. However, we reckon it's unlikely that Sony will take a more Nintendo-like approach and put the PS5 in a tiny box. One reason for that is that with the PS4, Sony has only just committed to using what are basically the innards of a PC – the first three PlayStation variants used proprietary components (and which in the PS3 impacted sales). Developers, certainly, were massively relieved that the PS4 took the PC route. "We always want fast CPUs and GPUs, but lots of fast RAM is also very important – it’s no use having fast processors if they are starved of data.†Chris Kingsley “Developers want the ability to make the best games using the minimum amount of effort. We want to focus on being creative and getting things to just work,” Kingsley says. “So the hardware should be based around current console hardware, which is in turn based on PC hardware. We always want fast CPUs and GPUs, but lots of fast RAM is also very important – it’s no use having fast processors if they are starved of data.” All the above are achievable, but will the PS5 still have a hard disk? Sony Computer Entertainment President and CEO Andrew House spoke at the PS4’s launch about how deciding to put hard disks and 8GB of RAM in the PS4 were both “billion-dollar decisions”. The fact that Sony has now made external hard drive support possible for the PS4 and Pro is a step in the right direction and this is something that could be carried over to the PS5, which will undoubtedly have to deal with even larger 4K assets. It seems certain that Sony is very keen to hear what its community thinks – recently a group called PlayStation Voice sent out surveys to members of its closed community asking them what their expectations of the PS5 are. One community member posted the email they received and found themselves removed from the group for breaking its non-disclosure agreements. According to PSU, PlayStation Voice is a community run by third-party consumer insight agency, Join the Dots. Once information has been gathered, it's fed back to clients (the client in this case presumably being Sony PlayStation). Admittedly, this doesn't tell us much about PS5 itself, other than that things are likely to be still in the very early stages. While it's unlikely that Sony would use the information gathered from its communities to decide exactly which features will be included in the console, the ideas of fans can certainly spark a good deal of inspiration. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/a540d43eafef57db06f6f0dd13916c35.jpg PS5 and streaming gamesOf course, if games were just streamed to the PS5 that problem would disappear entirely, and Sony already has a game-streaming service in the form of PlayStation Now. So why isn’t this more of a definite feature rather than something on our wishlist? Well, Sony is remaining tight-lipped about PlayStation Now uptake figures, but we suspect they are pretty unimpressive. It has certainly had issues with setting the right subscription charges, given that PlayStation Now effectively gives backwards compatibility – a “luxury” that was previously free for owners of PlayStation 2s and 3s. There would be nothing to stop Sony launching a small form-factor cloud-based version of the console for those with mega-fast broadband But the biggest issue is broadband speeds. Even 4K TV requires a minimum of 25Mbps broadband in order to provide satisfactory streaming, and it’s doubtful whether 4K game streaming – with extra information on top of the visual side – would even work reliably at such speeds. There would be nothing to stop Sony launching a small form-factor cloud-based version of the PS5 console for those with mega-fast broadband, perhaps with a mobile phone-style subscription model that has an upfront hardware costs (something Microsoft is thinking about). But for the PS5 to sell anything like its predecessors, there would have to be a conventional version with similar innards to the PS4. Chancellor Philip Hammond has previously announced an infrastructure investment aimed at bringing fast broadband and 5G mobile data to the UK – but the earliest that would have an impact would be 2021, and the PS5 will almost certainly arrive before then. Perhaps its first mid-cycle update, though, will be a streaming version which takes advantage of burgeoning 5G networks? http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/bfa986e26b354b0b282bf2b56c12ab6e.jpg PS5 games PS5: optical discs or not?The rise of downloadable games, which continue to eat into the physical disc market, means that pundits have been predicting that consoles will go discless for about a decade now. However, our guess is that the PS5 won’t be the first system to risk venturing down that road, at least not until it catches wind of Microsoft doing the same thing. Sony has taken a lot of (justifiable) flak for not putting a 4K Blu-ray drive in the PS4 Pro – making it a less attractive purchase for film and TV buffs than the Xbox One S or the Xbox One X. Surveys continue to show that gamers are still attached to the possibility of buying games on physical discs – not least because they can then sell them (a practice that the games industry hates), and keep hard disk space usage at a manageable level. If Sony were to axe the Blu-ray drive from the PS5, gamers would expect several terabytes of storage in compensation. Kingsley gives a developer’s view on the topic: “I think the days of delivering films and games via disc are on the decline, as most people are going digital; however, some people like physical discs, so who knows whether that decline will level out and remain present but at a lower level than now?” Download figures have been on the rise over the last year but EA CFO Blake Jorgensen has said that he thinks consoles and disc drives will continue to stick around. “Consoles and disc drives probably stay around for a long period of time [...] I think it's the consumer deciding what's the easiest way for them to buy a game. “And it may mean they no longer have a store down the street from them so they decide to buy it [digitally] maybe it's easier for them to do.” http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/7c63b9add3c5dbf3da8a0c414ec6d1b2.jpg http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/iuMTGcGR2ALHUEBiyUvr3J.jpg PS4 So when can we expect the PS5?Given that the PlayStation 4 was launched in 2013 and Sony’s previous consoles arrived in six-year intervals, it would be easy to project that it will launch the PlayStation 5 in 2019 at the earliest. The sort of technology available then should easily allow full native 4K games without saddling the PS5 with a massive price-tag and, by 2019, 4K TVs will be the norm, rather than the exception, in the average household. 2020 might be the year in which Sony unleashes the PS5 on the world, as the first native 4K console with wireless VR ... as long as Microsoft doesn’t get there first So it would be a surprise if Sony doesn’t want to capitalize on that at the earliest possible juncture. However, Kingsley points at the PS4 Pro, and reckons that could have an effect on the length of the current console cycle: “It’s a difficult one to judge, but overall I think it’s fair to say that the overall cycle will lengthen slightly.” Especially if the PS4 Pro wildly outsells the base PS4, which admittedly isn’t something we anticipate happening once it has reached a critical mass of households with 4K TVs. So perhaps 2020 might be the year in which Sony unleashes the PS5 on the world, as the first native 4K console with wireless VR... as long as Microsoft doesn’t get there first. What games can we expect to see on PS5?If the backwards compatibility patent mentioned above is actually applied, we can expect to see the whole PS4 library available to play on the PS5. Or, perhaps we'll see another round of remasters as we did when moving from the PS3 to the PS4. However, we imagine there will be some games being developed specifically for this new PlayStation 5 console generation and the extra power it's likely to offer. Already we've seen CD Projekt Red mention that it's developing for this generation as well as the next, and alongside the rumors that there are already developers kits out in the open, we think there's a good chance that Cyberpunk 2077 will be one of the early PS5 titles. Check out our PS4 vs PS4:PSVR compared and explained video below. Tired of future-gazing? 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http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/LNw9ZipCKQ8LRiXqJkd3Z4.png O2 has been killing it with deals recently, we've been seeing some of our absolute favourite offers coming up with this provider in the start of 2019. While offers from O2 themselves aren't too strong, 3rd party retailers (like Mobiles.co.uk and Carphone Warehouse) have been throwing out consistently strong deals with O2. The company has been one of the best networks in the UK for some time. It's the network that's renowned for its extra Priority reward giveaways. And if you switch to the O2 network you obviously want to be sure you're getting the best deals that O2 has to offer, and that's where this page comes in! We've rounded up all of the best O2 phone deals on the best handsets - from the iPhone XR and Samsung Galaxy S10 down to the cheaper P20 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S9. And if you're still not sure about O2, you can browse the best phone deals at other networks, too - simply head to our best mobile phone deals page. 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After years upon years of incremental upgrades, it finally made something special to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the iPhone. For the iPhone X it has dropped the bezel altogether, while the 5.8-inch Super Retina HD is scarily good - and then it tweaked things a year later for the XS. Marvellous! Check all the iPhone XS deals and iPhone X deals on all the networks http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/vRuGe6ACseRpCXLMhrPsW7.jpg Samsung has now well and truly put the flaming memories of the Note 7 in the past. If the Note 8 was exceptional (6.3-inch infinity display and 6GB RAM), then the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 is even bigger and more powerful (6.4-inch infinity display and 8GB RAM). If you want the best big screen Android phones on the market, then look no further. Check all the Note 9 deals and Note 8 deals on all the networks http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/XH2LohovSCDfD5jwYHUrPe.jpg Thanks to the spectacle that was the iPhone X launch, the reception for the iPhone 8 was a little bit flat. Which we think is unfair - it improves on the iPhone 7 with wireless charging and an improved camera. Plus, it's quite a bit cheaper. So if you're looking for the best iPhone but the price of the iPhone X is too much to cope with, try the 8 on for size instead. Check all the iPhone 8 deals on all the networkshttp://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/phg89pNsK5pp73unxbcHpW.jpg There's no doubt that the Samsung Galaxy S8 is a fantastic phone. The lightning fast chip-set and introduction of its infinity screen makes it the premier Android experience. And now that the S9 is here, it's no longer even that expensive. Check all the best Samsung Galaxy S8 deals on all the networks http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/aWcySaxxgUnMgzFAsgPgJ6.jpg The iPhone SE looks and feels exactly the same as the iPhone 5S. But instead of sporting two-year-old hardware it's been updated, with a faster CPU and graphics, and the 12MP iSight camera straight out of the iPhone 6S. It's a modern iPhone in the shape of an old iPhone, for people who like the old iPhones but want more up-to-date hardware. Check all the best iPhone SE deals on all the networksThe Google Pixel 3 and 3 XL are relatively new devices on the flagship scene but they have very quickly become two of our favourites. Powerful processors, loud speakers, but most importantly they have what is arguably the best cameras you can get on a phone right now. Check all the best Google Pixel 3 deals on all the networkshttp://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/JP3TNWdAPXU

Sampling, or the reuse of snippets of a sound recordings, is a major component of popular music. Since the birth of musique concrète in the 1940s (a style of music based on the splicing and manipulation of tape), musicians have borrowed from each other to create entirely new works. The process of sampling can be rather difficult, though. Whether you’re taking an old school approach and hacking at your cassettes with a pair of scissors, or using a top of the range drum machine, programming and playing your samples can require an awful lot of background knowledge, both of the software and the techniques you’re using. So, what if you want to have a go at sampling without the hassle? That’s where Specdrums come in. What are Specdrums?Specdrums are a pair of app-enabled rings that let kids create music by tapping their fingertips on different colored surfaces. Created by Sphero (the company behind the BB8 Star Wars bot and the Bolt educational toy), Specdrums debuted at CES 2019 in Las Vegas. The rings work in conjunction with the Specdrums Mix app, which features an in-app color-coded keyboard, with each key corresponding to a different musical loop or note – tap the key, and a sound is generated. While Specdrums come with a multicolored mat that matches the in-app keyboard, and can be tapped to create sounds, you can actually generate sound by tapping the rings on any colored object. Although Specdrums were designed with children in mind, they can be used by anyone to make music, and while they were initially made for the classroom, they’re are affordable enough for home music-making too. A single ring costs $64.99 (£64.99 / around AU$109.99), but you can buy a set of two for $99 (£99 / around AU$185). http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/tsmUJdMGwb5THZr3onBCT9.jpg Image credit: TechRadar How can I make music with Specdrums?First you’ll need to download the Specdrums Mix app to your mobile device, and connect the rings via Bluetooth. Once you’ve done this, open up the ‘Library’ section of the app. This is where you’ll find a range of different sound packages, with everything from ‘drum and bass’ to ‘acapella’. Selecting one of these packs will bring up the on-screen keyboard, which you can either play by tapping your screen, or by tapping the Specdrum rings on your keyboard mat. Hitting a specific key of the keyboard will trigger different sounds and loops, allowing you to layer beats, chord progressions, and sound effects with a simple tap. As the rings work by identifying the colors of the different keys, you can tap them on any colored surface to produce a sound; for example, if you want to make the sound corresponding to the yellow key, you could tap the ring on a banana or any other yellow object. If you like the sound of a beat you’ve created, you can record your creations in the app and save them as an MP4 file. Moving on from the libraryWhile the sound library offers a range of different musical genres, you may want to record your own samples, and it’s possible to do this through the Specdrums Mix app. You’ll need to open one of the sound packages, and select the ‘Editor’ tab at the bottom of your screen. Then, you can select a key and record your own sound to replace what’s there already. You can also mix up the pre-recorded loops and notes that already exist as part of the sound library, and create new combinations via the editing section. You can, of course, record directly into your phone or tablets built in microphone, but if you’re after a clearer recording you can buy external microphones that slot into your phone’s headphone jack (or Lightning port, if you have an iPhone 7 or later). The best iOS apps for creating music The recording functionality on the Specdrums Mix app is fairly limited; there’s no metronome to keep you in time, so it’s difficult to create snappy, accurate rhythms. This means Specdrums probably won’t be able to replace the accuracy of a MIDI or analogue instrument recorded through production software like Logic Pro or Abelton, but it can act as an easy to way to record musical ideas, and have a go at sampling as a beginner. As they’re aimed at children, Specdrums are also really good fun to play with, no matter your musical ability – and if you’re just starting out in sampling then using a fun, intuitive interface based on color could make the difference between a lifelong hobby or another discarded pastime. Are AI composers the future of music?http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/iYwVmEXGWRA