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  1. The thing that really makes the TechRadar Deals team tick is digging out the best prices and offers on the newest smartphones. A £50 saving here, a free pair of headphones there. Saving you cash on mobiles like the Samsung Galaxy S10 is what we live for (professionally speaking, of course). But for the first few weeks at least after a major new phone is released, manufacturers get quite protective about the price points of their precious new creations and the RRP holds firm. So we have to look for extra little loopholes that make one online retailer worth recommending over another. In Argos's case, it's quite an easy sell. The fact that you can use its Click & Collect service to order your new SIM-free Samsung Galaxy S10 and then mosey on down to your local store and pick it up within a few minutes, makes Argos stand out from the crowd. Rather not leave the comfort of your own seat? Then its Fast Track Delivery service offers same day delivery on orders before 6pm, too. Click the links to order your chosen new Samsung smartphone today: - Samsung Galaxy S10 from Argos - Samsung Galaxy S10 Plus from Argos - Samsung Galaxy S10e from Argos Or check out all of the best mobile phones and price from Argos todaySave £230 on your S10 with Argos trade-inIf you've already been hunting for a new Samsung phone deal then you'll already know that the the Galaxy S10 doesn't come cheap - the RRP is an eye-watering £799. But if you consider that you can get up to £230 back from Samsung if you order by the end of March by trading in your old handset, then it begins to look a bit more reasonable - especially if you then combine it with one of our best SIM only deal picks. Check out the full Ts&Cs to see what handsets are eligible to trade in and how much you stand to potentially save. And it's also worth noting that Argos can help if you'd sooner not pay the whole £800 upfront, too. The Argos Card allows you to buy now and gives you up to 12 months to pay it off. Although this is of course subject to status, with a representative 29.9% APR Variable and with Ts&Cs applying. Rather buy on contract? Then check out our dedicated pages for: Samsung Galaxy S10 dealsSamsung Galaxy S10 Plus dealsSamsung Galaxy S10e dealshttp://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/ho9_w4hyF3E
  2. The 2019 Six Nations has had a lot of highs with quite a few lows – two sides that have seen both of those extremes now go head-to-head for round 4. It's Ireland vs France and you can live stream the game from absolutely anywhere with our help. France has had a tough run so far losing to Wales (19–24) and England (44–8) but did beat Scotland (27–10) in Paris a fortnight ago. While Ireland haven't quite had the tournament they were hoping for following the opening loss to England (32–20). They've since bounced back by beating Scotland (22–13) and Italy (26–16), but neither very convincingly. Ireland coach Joe Schmidt has rung the changes with seven fresh faces from that victory in Rome. The French side will remain the same as the victory over Scotland in Paris. Last year's Six Nations game between the two sides went down to the final whistle in a brilliant game that saw Ireland nab the win in Paris. Expect this year to be just as exciting and you can watch an entire Ireland vs France live stream wherever you are using this guide and, if you're travelling, a handy VPN. 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 Ireland vs 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/D39crXd3gob7KPsE3LAFUo.jpg Live stream Ireland vs France in Australiahttp://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/kZWNrTtXZs7Ep2c7452KSo.jpg Live stream Ireland vs France in New Zealandhttp://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/jgvvohCEmS99W9XuRfJMSo.jpg Live stream France vs Ireland in Canada - for FREEhttp://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/x4WvmjGdnEUCFeqhMUrnWo.jpg How to watch a Ireland vs France live stream in the UShttp://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ebGZgkd4qVX7mUuvz3WNkH.jpg http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/8oSzM6htXXc
  3. In this guide to the best secure drives of 2019, we look at the top data storage devices that will allow you carry private data around with you, safe in the knowledge that if the device itself becomes compromised, your data will remain safe. Whenever you carry important data around with you on a USB stick or external hard drive, you're running the risk of other people getting hold of it, either through physically stealing the drives, or leaving it somewhere public. The best secure drives will use either software or hardware encryption (or best of all, a combination of both), to stop other people accessing and viewing your data. Many of the best secure drives on this list will have ways to prevent access, such as a physical keypad, and will also come with rugged, tamper-proof, cases that can further protect your files. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/eyY7NFibZTmtR89GECtgXJ.jpg We don't often get Indiegogo projects on our list but we're making an exception for the EyeDisk, which hails itself as the first unhackable USB flash drive. The concept is pretty simple; use your iris as your password rather than cumbersome passwords, making it much more secure. It is compatible with Windows and Mac but not Linux and you will have to run an app every time you plug it in a client. There's no password to log though, just your iris to be scanned and this takes a few seconds to be registered. It's not as rugged as other secure drives on this list, but it managed some very decent numbers on CrystalDiskMark (130MBps transfer rate on read and 84MBps on write) which means that it won't keep you long. At the time of writing, you can only pre-order it via Indiegogo, the crowdfunding platform, and it is scheduled for delivery from March 2019. With a starting price of $59 plus shipping for the 32GB version and $99 for the 128GB, it is reasonably priced. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/VdzZpG6n4oLzCDBm6BaZMS.jpg The D300S was announced by Kingston and is an updated version of the D300, launched in 2016, with the suffix S standing for Serialised. It appears to be a standard USB drive, but with a more robust design. However, it's the price that really stands out. There is a reason why the D300S carries such a premium according to Kingston. The drive uses custom hardware for encryption (FIPS 140-2 Level 3 256-bit) and decryption which eliminates vulnerabilities associated with any process done on the host system. That chip and the rest of the hardware is sealed in a tamper evident epoxy material that hardened when it dried. It's also waterproof up to 120cm, and can survive knocks and drops as well http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/PWsiMBWNYFHaUujCqKrKz.jpg diskAshur's products are some of the best secure drives on the market, and the diskAshur Pro is the company's best external hard drive yet. The key selling point of the diskAshur Pro is its physical keypad that will only grant access to the data stored within upon entering a PIN number. Asides from the physical security (which extends to IP56 water and dust resistance and even a self-destruct feature), the diskAshur Pro also comes with some enviable encryption, sporting XTS-AES 256-bit real-time full disk hardware encryption and EDGE technology to offer even more levels of safety. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/HBEHcVZyHnb4j9VzwTY4Jf.jpg If you need to have small amounts of sensitive data being carried around, then the 3NX could well be a life saver. It brings advanced data protection features to a mainstream market thanks to its attractive low price ($59 for the 2GB/4GB model) and $189 for the 128GB one. What you do get is some military grade, enterprise-level features like FIPS 140-2 level 3, real time hardware-based encryption, a platform-agnostic setup and a rugged extruded aluminum enclosure. The data is encrypted using an onboard 10-digit keypad and is powered by an onboard battery. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/meQqzwX9q7ouzLRcVzkLVe.jpg The ultra-rugged Aegis Secure Key 3Z is designed to keep the data safe for people who regularly work outdoors or on the road, with a rubber exterior, which is IP58 protective against dust and water, safeguards a rugged aluminium build inside and out, meaning that there is no easy way to break into this device. Meanwhile, it also features a physical keypad for keeping your data safe and secure. It's pricey, but well worth the investment. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/84yeihnStETHKWgyTzG8hS.jpg The Apricorn Aegis Secure Key comes with a full 10-key alphanumeric keypad with two function keys plus three status lights. It then slots into a hardened epoxy-potted rugged aluminum enclosure which makes it dust and waterproof; the device is also certified IP-58 and at 46g and 93mm long. It also features built-in hardware encryption (256-bit AES) which means that it is totally independent from the host client and OS-agnostic. No keyloggers and no BadUSB vulnerability. The Aegis Secure Key has received a FIPS 140-2 level 3 accreditation from NIST, the US-based National Institute of Standards and Technology, which oversees US government IT and computer security, which means this is one of the most secure drives you can buy. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/rXo7saQ3M7Wzws6jHVPx5n.jpg The Kingston Ironkey D300 (IKD300/8GB) comes with software security that can make it a bit complicated and confusing to begin with (it will initially show up on your PC as a CD drive with 14.4MB capacity), but once you've configured it, which includes setting a password, you'll have a very secure drive. With its cap on, it is waterproof (up to 4ft) and dustproof and at 51g, feels solid. More importantly though, the more compelling protection happens inside the device itself. It is a FIPS 140-2 Level 3 certified device with 256-bit AES hardware encryption. There is a hardware cryptographic module inside the device itself which means that the encryption and decryption is done on the drive rather than on the host PC, with digitally signed firmware which makes the D300 immune to the notorious BadUSB exploit. Best USB flash drives of 2019: memory sticks for all your data storage needshttp://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/RD7Nx_1N4lU
  4. Welcome to our pick of the best external hard drives for Macs. In this guide we'll look at the top external hard drives that offer quick and easy (as well as affordable) ways to expand the storage space of your Mac or MacBook. Macs, iMacs and especially MacBooks are notoriously difficult when it comes to upgrading the internal hard drives, which means if you're running out of storage space it's best to move some of your files onto a external hard drive, and in this list of the best external hard drives for Macs, we look at external drives that have been especially made for Apple MacBooks and Mac computers. This means they are all compatible with Apple's file system, and many make use of the range of high speed ports that Macs come with, such as Thunderbolt. We've also chosen these hard drives based on their ease of use, affordability and dependability. This last consideration is perhaps the most important, as when you're entrusting your important files to an external hard drive, you need to be confident that it won't break and lose your data. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/rEHdAZSJugnRRdWVbjHEwf.jpg This is the latest generation of the Western Digital My Passport external hard drives comes in capacities from 1TB to 4TB, and features cloud storage and 256-AES encryption, along with WD's own backup software. While transfer speeds aren't the quickest, due to its USB 3.0 connection, it offers a good balance between speed, capacity and price. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Q9YfSXUrwV9dRCPpcTfTUk.jpg If you want to make use of your Mac's Thunderbolt port, then this is a great option, as it provides twice the speeds of standard USB 3.0 drives. It still uses a traditional hard drive, rather than an SSD, and while this means speeds aren't quite as fast as possible, it at least keeps the price down, while offering large capacities. There's also a USB 3.0 port for connecting to computers that don't have a Thunderbolt port. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/2xd53zjwPZCW8KpYvLGCR7.jpg This is one of the fastest high capacity hard drives you can plug into your Mac, with a huge 4TB of storage space that zips along its USB 3.0, eSATA or FireWire connection. The all-aluminium enclosure gives the drive a premium look and fell, while also protecting your data from knocks and drops, and keeping the drive cool when used. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/25a418e65d430386db5f5fe5e0ffff5f.jpg If you really want a super-fast external hard drive for your Mac, then the Samsung T3 SSD is easily one of the best. As it uses a solid state drive, the read and write speeds of this drive are much faster than external hard drives that use traditional hard drives. It does mean the price is higher, but if transfer speed is the most important consideration when looking for the best external hard drive for your Mac, then this is the drive to go for. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/js7pFP6yJ9kdzKWwcGumjV.jpg With compatibility for both Mac and Windows machines, the Buffalo MiniStation Extreme NFC is very flexible, and comes with a rugged case that's dust and water resistant, along with a built-in USB 3.0 cable. Not only is your data kept protected from knocks and drops with the rugged shell, but it's also got 256-bit AES security features and NFC (Near Field Communication) features as well. This is a great external hard drive for your Mac if you are concerned about keeping your data safe and secure. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/xaEH27opPQLcWPRUmAQr7K.jpg Image Credit: Western Digital The latest generation of the Western Digital My Passport Ultra range of external hard drives has landed, coming in sizes from 1TB to 4TB. It features cloud storage and 256-AES encryption, along with WD's own software suite. It is a good performer when it comes to data transfer speeds but doesn't come near the top of the leaderboard. Unsurprisingly, it doesn't reach the top speeds of solid state external drives, but for external hard drives based on traditional HDDs, this is the drive to consider. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/LeLPvurXHxxFJoUwTmfKKj.jpg You may have stumbled upon the LaCie Porsche Design Mobile Drive when perusing the Apple website for USB-C accessories. There’s a reason for that: the Porsche Design ships with both USB Type-C to Type-A and USB Type-C to Type-C connectors, making it a worthy candidate regardless of your setup. It’s expensive for an external hard drive, don’t get us wrong, especially if you’re in the market for the top-end 4TB option. On the other hand, this is an HDD that could theoretically output speeds of up to 5Gbps, if it weren’t hindered by the limits of SMR (Shingled Magnetic Recording) technology. With MacBooks coming with USB Type-C connections, this is an excellent - and stylish - external hard drive that makes the most of this speedy new port. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/fd940581aee2d56d5dd67bc39fd6b245.jpg If you're worried about people getting access to your data if your external hard drive is stolen, than you'll like the iStorage drive here. If someone tries to tamper with your iStorage drive, you can configure it to self-desturct. What's more, the data is encrypted by the 256-bit AES protocol, with multiple forms of protection in place to ensure the bad guys don't get in no matter how persistent. When you consider all that extra security, the prices won't scare you away either. It's more pricey than the other drives of its capacity, but the extra security it offers will be well worth it for many people. Check out our list of the best external hard drives in 2019http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/0MIo-y6Xiwk
  5. In this guide to the best laptops for graphic design, we've carefully picked the top mobile computers that can help you with your design work. When looking for the best laptops for graphic design work, you'll want to make sure you have a laptop that offers enough power to run graphically-intensive applications. This means the best laptops for graphic design work will come with powerful modern processors (such as Intel's 8th generation CPUs), and preferably a discrete graphics card as well. You'll also want something that comes with an impressive screen for helping you to work, while the best laptops for graphic design will also be thin and light to enable you to take them with you while you travel. So, whether you want a macOS device or a Windows machine, read on for our pick of the best laptops for graphic design. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/V3FXMCHgENfHcDNpbAmvbY.jpg Apple is renowned for making excellent products for creative professionals, and the 13-inch MacBook Pro with Touch Bar 2018 is the best laptop for graphic design. It's also the best MacBook Pro that Apple has ever made. It comes with the Touch Bar, which is a thin OLED display at the top of the keyboard which can be used to scan your fingerprint to log in, or offering up app-specific shortcuts. It's got a stunning screen and powerful innards that will run pretty much any graphic design application with ease. Read the full review: Apple Macbook with Touch Bar 13-inch (2018) http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/j5eTi3NJsA6ujA7EieQtLN.jpg With the Surface Book 2 (13.5-inch), Microsoft has crafted one of the most powerful 2-in-1 laptops in the world, and a device that rivals Apple's best when it comes to laptops for graphic design. The Surface Book 2 has some powerful enough components to handle most day-to-day tasks, and if you go for a model with a dedicated graphics card, then you'll easily be able to run your graphic design apps on it. The keyboard detaches from the screen, so you can use it as a tablet, and it runs a full version of Windows 10, which makes it an excellent alternative to the MacBook Pro above if you want to stick with Microsoft's operating system. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Gtv3PqL9JWPM9EfaFtmRCJ.jpg The Dell XPS 13 (2019) is one of the best laptops ever made, and it's an ideal laptop for graphics design. It comes with a stunning 4K display and 8th-generation Intel Core i5 or i7 processors. Meanwhile, the bezel-less ‘Infinity Edge’ display means your digital designs remain the focus of attention.There’s also a wide range of customization options, so you can really make the Dell XPS 13 the best laptop for your needs. Read the full review: Dell XPS 13 http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Z5qhWubbut2b2nKsFDTpp9.jpg Yet another Apple laptop has made it onto our list of the best laptops for graphic design. This time it's the latest version of the MacBook Air. Now thinner, lighter and with a Retina display for the first time, it’s easily the best MacBook Air we’ve ever used for graphical design. That new Retina display, with wide color gamut and high resolution, makes your graphical work absolutely shine, and with 8th-generation processors, more RAM and faster SSDs and an affordable price, this really is one of the best laptops money can buy right now for digital artists and graphical designers. We just wish that these were full-fat U-series quad core chips, rather than the Y-series dual-core fanless processors. Still, this means that you’re going to easily get all-day battery out of this thing, which makes it one of the best Macs for travel. Read the full review: MacBook Air 2018 http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/V3sW6zgbFQ98N9NNWSuMiT.jpg Last year’s Dell XPS 15 was already one of the best laptops you could buy for graphic design, but with 2018's convertible Dell XPS 15 2-in-1, it has just got even better. Not only can it switch between tablet and laptop modes, it also packs a new Intel Kaby Lake G-series CPU featuring ‘discrete-class’ Radeon graphics. This means that this laptop packs serious power when it comes to graphic design. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/6DTEnyTySSNqkfCKKJxTNc.jpg Last year's MacBook is yet another tempting offering from Apple for graphic designers, with another gorgeous design that the company is know for. Apple has updated the processors with Intel's 7th-generation Kaby Lake range, which means you get improved performance and longer battery life without sacrificing the thin and light design of previous MacBooks. While the MacBook 2017 is not designed as a pure productivity machine, like the more powerful and versatile MacBook Pro it's still one of the best laptops for graphic design in the world right now thanks to being a super slim and light MacBook that you can take anywhere without even noticing the weight, and being a powerful showcase for macOS High Sierra. The best laptop 2018: our pick of the 15 best laptops you can buy this yearhttp://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/eHkbxnfpgxo
  6. Welcome to our pick of the best mobile hotspots for 3G, 4G and 5G mobile data connections in 2019. If you do a lot of travelling and don't want to put your data or information at risk by relying on open Wi-Fi connections, then you'll want a mobile Wi-Fi hotspot device, which are commonly known as Mi-Fi. These Mi-Fi hubs allow for several devices to connect to one or more data SIMs – usually 4G ones – to surf privately and safely. Much like a smartphone's SIM card, these data-only deals allow you access to the internet in complete security. You can use a monthly contract, or use a pay-as-you-go SIM, so you know exactly how much data you are paying for. The best thing about 4G data is that it is incredibly fast, so you'll be able to browse the internet as if you were connected to a broadband connection. It means it will also often be faster than free or shared Wi-Fi spots, which usually have data limits and a lot of traffic to deal with. In 2019, we also expect to see more 5G Mi-Fi hubs hitting the stores. 5G is the latest generation of mobile internet, offering speeds that are far faster than 4G data connections. While 5G is in its infancy, there are not currently any 5G mobile hotspots, though the Netgear Nighthawk 5G Mobile Hotspot is coming out later this year. As soon as 5G mobile hotspots are available, they'll be included in this list – as long as they are good enough. Mi-Fi hubs range from a simple one SIM solution with a battery to models that can accommodate 10 different SIM cards, or others that even sport a complete Android operating system. Below are the best mobile Wi-Fi routers you can buy in the UK, catering to all tastes, from frugal surfers to power users and everything in between. We’ve also rounded up the best mobile broadband dealshttp://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/N4RFecExit6L3eARuN3DPM.jpg The TP-Link M7350 is an excellent mobile hotspot, supporting both micro and nano SIM cards, which means it's almost certainly going to be compatible with a SIM card you already own. It has a small display for informing you about your connection, and it supports dual band Wifi on both 2.4 and 5GHz. It can be accessed by up to 10 devices at once, and performance is very good on 4G LTE. Its battery life is also excellent, giving you around 10 hours of 4G connectivity. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/yyrZYvjDFrVos8DZveQpEi.jpg The EE 4GEE WiFi Mini is one of the better looking mobile hotspot devices on this list, and its compact design means it can be easily carried around with you. The 1500mAh offers up to 50 hours on standby, and up to six hours when connected to the internet. It can support up to 10 devices at once, but it doesn't have an LCD screen, like the TP-Link M7350, which means it's not quite as user friendly. You also need to use the EE network, which isn't too much of a hardship due to EE's coverage and fast 4G speeds, and the network offers a range of data plans to go alongside the EE 4GEE WiFi Mini. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/2x9fe6CjmMRbq4HnVHkLSW.jpg Netgear's AC810 Aircard is an excellent mobile hotspot that lets you quickly and easily share a fast 4G LTE internet connection with a wide range of devices. Supporting up to 15 devices, this is a very flexible bit of kit, and its 2930 mAh battery is capable of 11 hours operating time and 260 hours when in standby. An attractive touchscreen gives you all the information you need, and allows you to manage connections and change settings on the fly. It's put together with a robust build quality we've come to expect from Netgear, and in our view this is one of the best Mi-Fi portable hotspots money can buy right now. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/sCMKK4NCmXvuQDSJUYa376.jpg The Mobile Wi-Fi Pro from Huawei, otherwise known as the E5770, ticks a lot of boxes for power users. This 4G/LTE model (Cat-4, so only 150Mbps) has one of the biggest batteries we’ve seen on any Mi-Fi device at 5,200mAh. It can even charge another device thanks to a bundled cable that doubles as a stylish strap. Up to 10 devices can be connected with a quoted working time of up to 20 hours. If that wasn’t good enough, it’s also the only hotspot that we’re aware of that comes with a microSD card slot (sadly taking FAT-formatted cards only) and an Ethernet port. That makes it perfect for small businesses and even, dare we say, a perfect cord-cutting device if paired with the right SIM card. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/HurBdhfEbs7ViSYKLN7Z66.jpg This is the antithesis of your traditional pocket-sized hotspot and we’re bending the rules to include it in this article. Behold the Netgear Nighthawk R7100LG, a router with a SIM card slot. Technically, it is not portable as the device requires a mains power supply, but there are potential workarounds if you really want to make this happen. The Nighthawk is a great solution should you want to offer internet access to a massive amount of users, and indeed storage access as well. It offers Cat 6/LTE (300Mbps), AC1900 Wi-Fi, two USB ports, a free app to manage the router (Genie), four Gigabit Ethernet ports plus open source support and a wealth of security features. http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/0Ffu6dmRV0Y
  7. Google is hard at work on a game streaming service called Project Stream, and we might just have caught our first look at some of the hardware for it – specifically a gaming controller in a newly published Google patent. The patent itself refers to a notification system working between a gaming controller and a gaming system, but it comes with some interesting images attached. Sarang Sheth over at Yanko Design put together some excellent renders based on the patent. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/2ftBa5onykimnRzyAjEpwH.jpg Project Stream concept (credit: Sarang Sheth/Yanko Design) At first glance the device doesn't seem to deviate too much from the standard gamepad controller. We've got two joysticks, a D-pad, four buttons and buttons on the shoulder of the controller as well. Google Duo arrives on the webApple wants a gaming service tooGoogle Assistant gets an upgradeOne touch that's distinctively Google-esque is what looks like a voice control button in the center – a way of calling up Google Assistant perhaps while you're in the middle of a gaming session. Game academyIn its current form, Project Stream runs through your browser, doing all the heavy lifting on Google's servers and streaming the gameplay straight to your computer. It's currently in beta testing with just one game available: Assassin’s Creed Odyssey. You can play it with either a keyboard and a mouse, or an attached controller, but this patent is the first look we've been given at some potentially Google-branded devices that might accompany the cloud gaming service. As always with patents, it's worth remembering that company plans and hardware designs can change over time. It's by no means certain that Google will keep investing in Project Stream or ever bring out its own controller – but it's certainly thinking about it. We may well hear more at the Game Developers Conference being held later this month – Google has a special event in the calendar for March 19. Is Amazon developing a game streaming service too?Via The Verge http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/budVuO2yerk
  8. Celebrating 50 years of being in the technology and home appliance business, and with a slogan of ‘Do What You Can’t’, Samsung hosted their annual MENA Forum 2019 at the idyllic city of Antalya, Turkey. The MENA Forum is usually centered around showcasing the latest gadgets and products to the company’s many partners in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, but also gives a chance for select media outlets to get a better look at what's in store for the rest of the year. Samsung MENA President, Sungwan Myung, touted the company’s lead as the number one TV and refrigerator brand in the region, while putting forth a clear goal of ‘redefining entertainment’ in homes as it continues to roll out innovate solutions and partnerships to attract consumers into the Samsung ecosystem. While Samsung didn't announce any new products, we did get a chance to look at the their latest lineup of TVs which includes the eye-bleeding 98” QLED 8K display, and the modular microLED-fused The Wall TV that can be morphed into any shape you like. Also on display was the Q70 soundbar with impressive surround sound features, the 4-Door refrigerator with Flex Zone capability, QuickDrive-equipped washing machines, and the new Galaxy S10 smartphones (no Fold, unfortunately) and lots more. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/WjAGuzaohrfc5WwLxNnwp3.jpg QLED Displays and 8KSamsung’s new 8K display is a sight to behold, and standing at 98-inches, it’s distractedly mesmerizing. The sheer amount of detail you can notice in a particular video is staggering, and the TV’s almost-bezel-less design provides for a truly immersive experience. With 4000nits to work with, the display is brighter than our collective future, lending the muscle it needs to make colors pop and handle any range of HDR with relative ease. Samsung is also evolving its Bixby voice assistant platform and will roll it out with the new lineup of TVs this year. Just like on any Galaxy smartphone, Bixby on TVs can be used to search for information (like the weather for example), search on Google, or even through the variety of apps available on the platform like Netflix, Prime Video, etc. Bixby will support English and French on launch, with support for different accents. With the movies and gaming industries finally embracing the 4k realm, Samsung is ready to tackle the lack of 8k content with AI Upscaling, which uses machine learning magic to upscale any source to 8k resolution “through texture creation, noise reduction, and edge restoration.” We can’t really say we noticed any major difference between normal 4k upscaling and 8k upscaling in a demo area specifically constructed to showcase this feature, but we will reserve our judgment when we eventually get our hands-on with the product. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/TtUvXCEXJtVTTc6jPjmVx3.jpg A wall everyone would like to buildSamsung’s new modular TV uses microLED technology that not only renders deeper blacks and accurate colors, but allows them to be stacked like wall tiles to create a display according to your liking, in any shape or form you desire. Of course, the display is touted as a superior product to conventional LEDs with a wider color gamut, greater color purity and enough peak brightness to render HDR images accurately. But it’s also built to last with with shock, dust and water resistance so it can be used in a variety of environments. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/wZ3BY9xbkoMYFRcyVZxVUg.jpg Q70 Soundbar Samsung’s new Q70 Soundbar developed in collaboration with Harman Kardon is an impressive piece of kit. The speakers on the soundbar are designed to fire audio upwards which bounces off walls around the area to provide a natural surround sound experience. Additionally, the on-board AI Sound adjusts audio in real time to deliver sound based on the kind of content that you are watching. Even in a crowded convention hall, the superior sound quality was clearly apparent with AI Sound, which greatly enhanced the clarity, volume and surround sound capabilities whenever it kicked in. Galaxy Home is still coming soon- we promise!Initially announced in August 2018, Samsung Galaxy Home is long time coming but the company promises to release it in the first half of the year. The virtual assistant was initially planned for an April release but was delayed for unspecified reasons. The Galaxy Home was demonstrated working seamlessly between other Samsung devices, including TVs, light bulbs, washing machines, and refrigerators. Cooling and appliancesIterating on last year’s Wind-Free air conditioners, the new UFO-like Circular AC uses the same technology but does away with the conventional blade system of distributing air. Instead, it uses booster fans which controls the air direction and throws air both horizontally and vertically for ‘surround cooling’. It also has an Auto Elevation Grill which lowers the filter down for easy reach and maintenance. For refrigerators, Samsung introduced their new 4-Door and 3-Door refrigerators featuring the Flex Zone compartment which allows you to set its temperature independently from the rest of the fridge. This Flex Zone compartment can be used to store a variety of items including cold drinks, snacks, vegetables, or can also double as a freezer if you want to store meat products. The side-by-side 3-Door refrigerators takes a leaf out of their TV’s bezel-less design by doing something similar. These refrigerators employs SpaceMax technology to reduce the thickness of the compartments to provide more space. Cut your laundry time in half - too bad, it doesn't fold them and iron them for youThe new QuickDrive washing machines cuts laundry time into half by using a main drum and a back plate so clothes move “in dynamic action and finish the wash” faster. The washer also features a laundry assistant that provides suggestions on optimal washing cycles for different types of clothing, and also helps match material and color that are ideal to be washed together. Another cool feature is AddWash, which allows you to add small clothing items even when a wash is already underway. Finally, Samsung’s POWERstick Jet200 is its latest vacuum cleaner that uses a five-phase cleaning system that separates large dust particles from the finer ones. It has enough suction power to employ a filter that traps 0.3-10um sized fine dust particles upto 99.999% of the time along with a slew of attachments, and a replaceable battery that lasts upto 60mins. Samsung’s 85-inch Q9S QLED TV uses AI to upscale content to 8KSamsung’s 34-inch monitor is the first curved panel with Thunderbolt 3http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/zl9-N1a5sGg
  9. Dmitry Bivol is looking to make the fifth defence of his title as current holder of the WBA light heavyweight belt, this time it's Joe Smith Jr that's taking a shot at the champ, and it's shaping up to be a cracker. Keep reading to see how to get a Bivol vs Smith Jr live stream. While Bivol (15–1, 11 KOs) won his last fight against Jean Pascal in a unanimous decision, Smith Jr (24–2, 20 KOs) is also coming off a win after dropping Melvin Russell in the first round with a powerful knockout. That wasn't a one off for Smith Jr though. He also famously knocked Bernard Hopkins clear out of the ring in what ended up being the veteran and legend's last fight. This is the power Bivol faces as he tries to avoid dropping his title tonight. The highly skilled 28-year-old champ should, technically, be able to outmanoeuvre the big slugger that is the 29-year-old Smith Jr. But it only takes one good punch so there's still everything there to be won. Bivol says about his challenger: "I saw his fights against Fonfara and Hopkins live and always wanted to test my skills against him. Thank you to World of Boxing, Matchroom Boxing USA and DAZN — I hope to put on a great performance for everybody!" Talking of DAZN, that's just one of many ways that you can catch this fight, depending on where you are in the world. Read on to find out how to live stream the Dmitry Bivol vs Joe Smith Jr fight from absolutely anywhere. Live stream the Bivol vs Smith Jr fight from outside your country with a VPN In the US, UK or Canada tonight? Then scroll just a little further down this page and we'll tell you who's broadcasting the boxing from where you are. But if you're abroad this weekend (or if the country where you live simply doesn't show boxing matches like this one) then you'll need another way to watch and avoid possible geo-blocking. That's where using a VPN comes in. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/x4WvmjGdnEUCFeqhMUrnWo.jpg How to watch Bivol vs Smith Jr: US live streamhttp://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/jgvvohCEmS99W9XuRfJMSo.jpg How to watch a Bivol vs Smith Jr live stream in Canadahttp://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/B9XNGCRYNHKJzN5zVfTMje.jpg How to watch the Bivol vs Smith Jr fight: UK streamhttp://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ebGZgkd4qVX7mUuvz3WNkH.jpg http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/EUxapPD3Cjw
  10. Huawei is planning some extra smartwatch models as follow-ups to the Huawei Watch GT, according to unofficial sources. Like the original device, they won't have Wear OS on board, but are set to use Huawei's own watch OS. The new variants are set to be dubbed the Huawei Watch GT Active and the Huawei Watch GT Elegant, reports WinFuture, though don't expect too many changes. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/zBKjzFsXCJvbq3RvThrrAK.jpg Huawei Watch GT Active leak (credit: WinFuture) One of the differences is going to be in the color design – in the leaked picture above, you can see the rumored dark green and orange options for the GT Active. The case and the bezel colors have been slightly tweaked as well. Take a look at the Huawei Mate XFuture LG watches could offer a neat trickHuawei is suing the US governmentMeanwhile, you'll be able to get the GT Elegant in the more straightforward white and black, WinFuture's sources report. Price pointsThe screen size will apparently stay the same at 1.39 inches, and again the same Huawei-made software is going to be running the show rather than Google's Wear OS. As for when we might see these devices, we've got no clue yet. The original Huawei Watch GT models appeared just a few months ago, but it sounds as though the new editions are imminent. Pricing-wise, the rumor is that we'll see an increase – €249 (about $280 / £215 / AU$395) for the Active, and €229 (about $255 / £200 / AU$365) for the Elegant. That's up from €199 for the original. That price bump might suggest some extra sensors or functionality, but as yet there's no indication about the internal specs or features. These are the best smartwatches you can buy today in 2019Via 9to5Google http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/s3BgF7B5Zpw
  11. The Six Nations 2019 has provided some great games so far, one of the highlights being when Wales beat England two weekends ago and thus retained its unbeaten status. The Grand Slam is well and truly on...although Scotland will have something to say about that. We're here to get you prepared for a Scotland vs Wales live stream, regardless of where in the world you are. And it won't all be plain sailing for the Welsh. It doesn't take much to remember them losing to Scotland at Murrayfield in 2017 Wales. And soundly, with a convincing 29–13 win for the Scots. So far Scotland have beaten Italy (33–20) but then suffered defeats to Ireland (13–22) and France (27–10). By comparison, Wales have won all their 2019 Six Nations games, beating France (24–19), Italy (26–15) and then England (21–13). But Scotland have got a stronger side than previously in the tournament, with key players returning from injury - including star stand-off Finn Russell and forwards Hamish Watson, WP Nel, Sam Skinner and Grant Stewart, as well as centre Stafford McDowall. Scotland is looking very strong indeed. Wales have kept its starting line-up largely the same with just one change announced as Adam Beard comes on at lock to replace the injured Cory Hill. The game itself is free to air in the UK, so you can watch a Scotland vs Wales live stream for free. For all your other viewing options - ideal if you're outside the UK - keep on reading. Now you can watch every Six Nations game from wherever you are. See how to watch a free live stream of every Six Nations rugby matchhttp://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/VgyagGS9HpAEPUQtUJBfrg.jpg http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/B9XNGCRYNHKJzN5zVfTMje.jpg How to live stream Scotland vs Wales 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/D39crXd3gob7KPsE3LAFUo.jpg Live stream Scotland vs Wales in Australiahttp://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/kZWNrTtXZs7Ep2c7452KSo.jpg Live stream Scotland vs Wales 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 a Wales vs Scotland live stream online in the UShttp://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ebGZgkd4qVX7mUuvz3WNkH.jpg http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/t4ZzGrH1nqI
  12. Welcome to our list of the best powerling adapters of 2019, where you'll find the best devices for plugging into your home's power supply to turn it into a high-speed network. The best powerline adapters are useful tools for making sure that every device in your home has access to the internet, especially if they rely on a wired internet connection. Rather than trailing Ethernet cables throughout your home or office, you can use powerline adapters to spread the network throughout your building. In this updated guide, we've included Devolo's new Magic 2 WiFi powerline kit, which uses a brand new method of transferring data over your home's powerlines. This results in faster data transfer rates than ever before. The best powerline adapters are also incredibly easy to install - just plug one into a power socket by your router or modem, and connect it via an Ethernet cable. Then, place a second adapter where you want to supply the network or internet to, and connect any devices to the second adaptor. You can add more adapters throughout the building, and their network speeds are much faster than Wi-Fi, and thick walls and floors won't affect them. You will need the power lines in your building to be in good working order, however. Some Wi-Fi adapters also include Wi-Fi antennae for bringing wireless networks into difficult to reach parts of a building. There's a large range of power line adapters available to buy, so to help you we've created this list of the very best power line adapters. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/EuxCAyemES9LEt3z2dEmUN.jpg The Devolo Magic 2 WiFi is the latest series of adapters from the German company that allow you to use your home's power lines to transmit network data. It uses a new standard – G.hn – which promises much faster speeds. In fact, Devolo claims that Magic 2 can reach theoretical speeds of up to 2,400Mbps, a big leap over its last-generation Devolo dLAN 1200+ (below), which was capable of up to 1,200Mbps. It is expensive, but you get the best powerline speeds we've seen so far. It's also worth noting that because of the new technology, the Devolo Magic 2 WiFi isn't backwards compatible, so it won't work with any of the other adapters in this list. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/cF4M96Z4REjoQaCzYQtt8M.jpg The Devolo dLAN 1200+ WiFi ac is one of the fastest powerline adapters on the market, able to reach speeds of 1.2 gigabits a second - though you should note that you won't often get those kinds of speeds, as there are numerous factors that can affect powerline speeds. Still, this is a very fast powerline adaptor, and the fact it can also broadcast dual-band wireless ac networks makes this a very versatile powerline adaptor. The adaptor also has a pass through power port, which means you won't lose a power socket - just plug other devices into the adaptor itself. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/pU5AkJrSJWKgtRybhJn5XY.jpg The TP-Link AV2000 takes the award for fastest power line adaptor, with a maximum speed of 2000Mbps - though of course actual speeds will be lower. Still, it offers fantastic speeds, along with built-in dual band wireless ac networks and a pass through socket. In the starter kit you'll get two adapters, one has a single Ethernet port, which you should use to connect to your modem or router, and the second one has two Ethernet ports for connecting wired devices. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/kEYqmuNJQWjeYa2sCrCVpT.jpg Asus may not be the first company that comes to mind when you think about networking devices, but it makes some very good products - such as the Asus 1200Mbps AV2 1200 Wi-Fi Powerline Adapter. As the name suggests this is a very fast powerline adaptor that is also able to broadcast a Wi-Fi network as well. Unlike other powerline adapters with Wi-Fi, the Asus 1200Mbps AV2 1200 Wi-Fi Powerline Adapter has external antennae, which allow you to angle them for increased coverage - though it does mean the units themselves look a little bit ugly compared to some of its competitors. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Pn8rZq47cU5hNaAsbUbG4g.jpg If you're looking for a nice, cheap but reliable powerline adaptor, than the TP-LINK AV600 is a great choice. It's a lot less money than many of the adapters on this list, but it still manages to offer plenty of features. For example, it can broadcast Wi-Fi, and with a Wi-Fi clone button, you can easily extend your existing wireless network. it also features two Ethernet ports, and the second adaptor in the set includes a pass through socket so you don't lose out on a power socket when using the adaptor. While the 600Mbps top speed isn't as high as others on this list, it's still enough to transfer big files and stream media around your home. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/vukaQpNg3RYoxjVKu7rvai.jpg This is an excellent entry-level power adaptor that does a very good job at transmitting your network traffic over your powerlines. It doesn't boast the highest speeds, nor does it have Wi-Fi or a passthrough socket, but it does the job well considering the price, and its low cost means it's easy to add adapters to your network in the future. Check out our list of the best wireless routers of 2018http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/tcw1uMg8YF0
  13. If you're looking for the best small business printers in 2019, then you've come to the right place, as we've gathered together the very best printers that suit the needs for small and medium sized businesses. Getting the best small business printer for your needs involves making sure that the device can cope with the demands of a small office, while also being capable of increasing its output as your business grows. You don't want to buy a printer for your small business, then have to upgrade too soon when your business expands. The best small business printers are economical to run – so they won't cost a lot in electricity bills or going through ink or toner cartridges – and they should also offer fast print speeds that's not at the expense of image quality. The small business printers on this list can also cope with handling multiple tasks from multiple people throughout the day. Even the smallest of businesses will be sending documents from networked PCs all day – and if they can also offer photocopying, faxing and scanning features as well, that's even better. We've got some brilliant all-in-one printers on this list which are space and money saving devices for the smallest of offices. All-in-one printers that offer photocopying and scanning not only can save your small business money compared to buying the devices individually, having them all in one compact device will save space as well. If you're not sure about what type of small business printer you need, head to the bottom of our guide, where we explain the best ways to find and buy the best small business printer that suits your needs. Check out our list of best laser and inkjet printers for all audiencesSo where do you need to start? Even the most modest office will likely be networked, and sharing a resource as useful as a printer is an essential. So you should only be looking at printers that are capable of networked use. Wired offers speed and robust function for a fixed office. Wireless is flexible, cheap to deploy but not as fast in use. Here are the best 10 printers for businesses - as chosen by the Techradar Pro team - large and small, from a basic monochrome lasers suitable for a small business and a home office through to a small departmental multifunction printer. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/49d09c59da5519da8e87479c5d9c1ba5.jpg The notion of the large, expensive laser printer should have long been dispelled and if nothing else can do that then the Ricoh SP-213w will. This small-footprint mono printer costs less than many inkjets but has the capability to provide basic wireless-based print services to a home office or smaller office. With a monthly duty cycle of 20,000 pages per month, a 1200 x 600dpi print resolution and a print speed of up to 22 pages per minute, its small size shouldn't hide the fact that this could be a little workhorse. Beyond these basics, the Ricoh SP-213w offers manual duplex, a Print and Scan mobile app, support for PCL and a two-year pan-European warranty. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/3hn8SpH9mpJSGFnkigKxUm.png If you want an affordable printer for your business that excels in black and white print quality - and is a speedy performer to boot - then you really can't go wrong with the Samsung Xpress M2835DW. Its small and compact body contains a huge host of features, and its easy to use and understand buttons makes quickly firing off prints a piece of cake. It supports both wired and Wi-Fi connectivity, runs quietly and can even be controlled via smartphone. Its Eco mode allows you to control the amount of power and ink it consumes while printing, and overall this is an absolutely fantastic business printer. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Ci4K4yHiUwLUT2S6nxbhQf.jpg The Brother HL-L8360CDW is an excellent all-round printer for the office. Thanks to its large capacity and fast print speeds, this is a printer that won't grind to a halt in a busy environment. It's not just fast either - the print quality is also very good as well. It prints in both black and white and colour, and it has low running costs as well, making this an economical choice in the long run. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/7de11951eefc90d148d217d3abdc8937.jpg There was a time, not so long ago, when colour laser printing was exorbitant. That has fortunately changed with the likes of the Ricoh SPC-240DN doing their best to bring prices down. This is a massive printer at nearly 24kg so you will need to have a strong back and enough desk space to take it on board. Its starter toner kit will produce around 1000 pages and probably better than inkjet ones which dry out with time. It can print up to 16 pages per minute (colour or mono) and has a duty cycle of 30,000 pages per month. It offers both Ethernet and USB ports and, with a 250-page input paper tray, has enough to make a small office pleased. However, at 600 x 600dpi, its print resolution may leave some wanting for more. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ef1528d8d16d728cec3bcefb873749a4.jpg The HP PageWide Pro 477dw isn't going to win any design awards but what it lacks in aesthetics it really does make up for in functionality and speed. This entry-level office multi-function inkjet printer offers all the standard print, copy, scan and fax features you'd want to see in an office workhorse. Add to that wired Ethernet alongside wireless networking and it has all the connectivity, too (including Wi-Fi Direct and NFC). Suited to the home and smaller small office, it has a conveniently compact footprint, until you open its paper trays to print. A top speed of 55ppm is stunning for this class of printer, particularly considering its asking price. The inclusion of a 50-sheet automatic document feeder adds to an all-round excellent paper handling capability. Its ability to multitask with print and copy jobs nicely complements the large touch-capable LCD screen. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/36f0e84001dd51fbddcfccb036dfcc69.jpg Consumables are usually expensive when it comes to printers. So it is quite surprising that one vendor, Epson, single-handedly decided to challenge that status quo by allowing users to refill their printer using ink bottles. What's even more surprising is that Epson includes two years of ink with the package; no more expensive cartridges and instead, you have enough material to deliver 11,000 pages worth of black and colour inks (that's 700ml worth of liquid). Oh and there's even a three-year warranty making this a great choice for bean counters fixing the TCO of their printers. The ET-4550 lacks the features found on cheaper competitors – it is relatively slower (although it has a higher printing resolution) and has a small paper input tray. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/bc0f56cba6849b16a1288ca16f13fbc4.jpg Ricoh makes it four in our shortlist with the SG-2100N, a bargain basement printer that brings together the best of inkjet and laser technology. It delivers the sort of performance usually associated with devices costing three times its price. A water insoluble, viscous ink combined with a higher-than-average print resolution and a print speed – 29ppm – that surpasses anything at this price range (albeit in draft) make this Ricoh printer one of the best on the market for very small offices. Other features worth noting are manual duplex capabilities, a two-year onsite warranty (parts and labour), a well thought out design, affordable consumables, an Ethernet port and a generous input paper tray. Read the full review: Ricoh SG-2100N http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/8zKUh37Q22cm3k3UtJeLiD.jpg The HP Officejet Pro 8720 All-in-One is a practical and affordable business printer that also comes with copy and fax capabilities, and it can connect to your network wirelessly as well. It's an excellent fit for small to medium-sized businesses, but for larger organisations it may struggle to keep up. It's got excellent printing speeds, however, and the touch screen makes it simple to use. However, it lacks a few business-orientated features that its more expensive brethren boast,and it's not quite the best when it comes to print quality, either. However, this is an excellent business printer if you're conscious of your budget. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/72459c63fb32bff162f6c0ed6a61a9ef.jpg This is a heavyweight colour laser multifunction device intended for small business or workgroup use. Its slabby black and white design is functional and includes a large touchscreen for control, though the printer is only rated up to a recommended 3,000 pages per month. The MFC-L8650CDW includes a 50-sheet automatic document feeder which handles duplex scans and the printer offers duplex copying and printing as well; a welcome surprise! It's rated at 28ppm for both black and colour prints dropping to about seven sheets when printing in duplex. It can handle input from USB, Ethernet or via wireless hook-up, with support for iOS and Android mobiles. A USB port offers scanning to and printing from USB drives. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/7eb6817a2263a1532c5c7208d69ada53.jpg If only the fastest printer will do, then consider the HL-S7000DN. Surprisingly enough, it is an inkjet printer rather than a laser one. It's fast enough to print out the entire contents of the Bible (Old and New Testaments) in about 20 minutes at the speed of 100 pages per minute (that's roughly 500 words per second). If your needs are less ambitious, then the 500-sheet capacity of its input and output tray should suffice. There's also a 100-sheet multipurpose tray to accommodate other media types. As expected, it prints at a resolution of 600 x 600dpi, has a Gigabit Ethernet LAN port, Wi-Fi and a USB 2.0 port. Its maximum monthly duty cycle, 275,000 pages or 16 A4 reams printed every day, should satisfy even the busiest offices. How to buy a business printerMulti-function features can be found across the board and at all cost scales. Basic features start with USB Key and card readers for PC-free printing, moving to scanner and copier functions. At the higher end, automatic document feeders (ADF) can manage 50 copies in a single go and produce booklets including duplex printing, stapling and folding. Often the basic ADF features will accommodate most medium-sized offices. In the past there has been a marked difference in Cost Per Page (CPP) between lasers and inkjets but in recent years, inkjets have managed to drop their prices to compete. Either way it's important you carefully assess the CPP of each device. Manufacturers measure the toner or cartridge yields with an industry standard ISO rating. So you can safely assess the total price of replacing all the cartridges or toners divided by the print yield across all the potential models. The total volume of prints you're going to make also needs to be taken into account. Devices often quote a "duty cycle" monthly maximum and recommended figures. These are the total number of prints it's designed to handle per month. If possible assess the number of prints per employee for the office and ensure the device is capable of meeting your current and future demands. Finally in the past colour especially for laser printers has demanded a premium, that's not so much the case these days. However these models are still more expensive due to the additional materials required for the toners and printer manufacture. There's still a big enough differential that if you don't need regular colour you should opt for a mono model, perhaps using a cheaper inkjet or even out-of-house printing for occasional colour requirements. http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/JPly71p5fdo
  14. The Six Nations 2019 has been superb so far with lots of high impact thrills and this week should be no different. England are taking on Italy in what's expected to be a high scoring game for a very strong English side. And you can live stream the entire game - no matter where you are in the world. Watch England vs Italy with our guide. So far Italy has had a tough time of it losing to Scotland (33–20), Wales (26–15) and Ireland (26–16). Now it has England to contend with, a team that beat Ireland (32–20), France (44–8) and will feel hurt and ready to kill after that game in Wales a fortnight ago that ended ultimately in loss (13–21). England no longer has the Grand Slam on offer, so the pressure could be lifted allowing the side to really cut lose against Italy. This is the chance to secure a third bonus point victory with eyes still on an overall Six Nations win. The England side will again be without Maro Itoje and now Courtney Lawes whose calf is strained. Jack Nowell is also out after a shoulder injury, but that does mean a first Six Nations start for the exciting winger Joe Cokanasiga. Italy has shown strength in this tournament, going off the field at the interval against Ireland with the higher score thanks to good work from Edoardo Padovani and Luca Morisi. They have named three uncapped players in Marco Riccioni, Marco Zanon and Gloucester scrum-half Callum Braley, who as a former England U20 captain could be a real threat. Read on to see how to get the England vs Italy live stream from where you are. You may be surprised how easy it is to watch Six Nations rugby from pretty much any corner of the globe. See how to watch a free live stream of every Six Nations rugby matchhttp://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/VgyagGS9HpAEPUQtUJBfrg.jpg http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/B9XNGCRYNHKJzN5zVfTMje.jpg How to live stream England vs Italy in the UK for freeHow to live stream the Six Nations when you're not in your countryIf you're away from your country of residence - whether that be the UK or anywhere else - and try to start watching the rugby via your usual home broadcaster, you'll likely soon discover that you can't as it is location restricted. Fear not, the action is still within your reach. All you need to do is download and install a VPN to effectively trick your computer into thinking that it's back home. That way you can enjoy your domestic coverage (assuming that's allowed in their Ts&Cs) without delving into the dangers of an illegal stream. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/D39crXd3gob7KPsE3LAFUo.jpg Live stream England vs Italy in Australiahttp://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/kZWNrTtXZs7Ep2c7452KSo.jpg Live stream England vs Italy rugby 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 Italy vs England live stream in the UShttp://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ebGZgkd4qVX7mUuvz3WNkH.jpg http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/YIBf7QDDCqo
  15. German imaging company Leica has unveiled the Leica Q2, almost four years after the Lecia Q series debuted. The Q2 is compact and is designed in a similar way as that of the other cameras in this series. Like with most Leica products, the Q2 looks exquisite with the diamond textured leather front. The camera body is crafted from magnesium and has a couple of updates in terms of functionality. The thumb rest on the Q2 is well-defined now and the shutter button has been tweaked to control the on and off action. Leica Q2 features a full-frame Summilux 28mm ASPH prime lens with an aperture of f/1.7 and a faster autofocus system. In addition, the Leica Q2 is resistant to dust and water spray. It has a 47.3MP full-frame sensor that works in tandem with the Leica Summilux 28mm ASPH lens and offers high-quality imaging. The camera also supports 4K video recording at up to 50,000 ISO. Users can also choose a crop factor between 35mm, 50mm or 75mm courtesy of digital zoom. The Q2 has a new autofocus system which is touted to focus a subject in 0.15 seconds. It can capture 10 pictures per second when used in burst mode. Leica Q2 has a 3.68MP OLED viewfinder that assists in improving depth and providing pictures with higher contrast. The diopter dial on the back has been revamped and now features a push-button for changing the compensation setting. It has a 3-inch touchscreen LCD monitor on the back as well. The Q2 can be connected to a phone via Leica Fotos app that also offers a bit of camera control remotely and comes with built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth Low Energy. It is powered by a 1,860mAh battery. Leica Q2 price and availabilityLeica Q2 will be available in India starting from mid-April and the price will be revealed as we near the date of availability. In the US, it is priced at $4,995 which roughly translates to (~Rs 3,50,000). Also Read: Gujarat government bans PUBG Mobile in Rajkot and Surat until April 30http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/hk8DDPXsjz4
  16. Apple is planning to launch a new entry-level iPad for 2019, and it's not going to usher in too many changes design-wise, according to the latest reports – and that means Touch ID and the 3.5 mm headphone jack live on for another year. Mac Otakara reports that the 2019 iPad is going to look a lot like the 2018 iPad. There are conflicting insider tips about the size though, with some sources saying the screen will get pushed up to 10 inches or 10.2 inches from the current 9.7 inches. That might leave a bit more room in the line-up for the iPad Mini 5: Apple is being widely tipped to refresh its smallest iPad model at the same time as it brings out a new budget iPad, possibly as early as this month. Apple might have quietly fixed 'flexgate'iPhone sales are slowing downApple's AR glasses will be an iPhone accessoryThe newly updated iPad Mini isn't expected to change much in terms of its design either, so it sounds as though Apple is planning one last hurrah for the old form factor. It should keep prices down, at least. What to expectIt's only a year ago that Apple introduced the most recent entry-level iPad, yours for $329 / £319 / AU$469, and the updated model is expected to retail for a similar price. Apart from a rumored launch date of this month, there's not too much we know about the upcoming 2019 iPad. It would appear Apple is going to give the internals a bump and then leave it at that. It might also stick with support for the older, original Apple Pencil, rather than adapting to work with the newer, wireless model that Apple introduced with the 2018 iPad Pros. Whatever Apple has in the pipeline, we'll be sure to bring you the news as and when it's announced – but maybe don't throw away your wired headphones just yet. These are the best iPads you can buy in 2019Via MacRumors http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/DEwqAVsHTiI
  17. As helpful as it is to have camera manufacturers focusing on something other than megapixels these days, they still need to come up with reasons to brag about their latest models; whether it's a brand-new feature or an existing one made much better, new cameras need a reason to exist. Today, the focus seems to be on focus itself – more specifically, just how promptly an autofocus system can spring to life and get a lock on the subject you’re shooting. What we now see is a suspiciously high number of cameras with the words 'world’s fastest autofocus system' somewhere in their press release. Unless you’re blessed with the reflexes of a fly, autofocus speed is incredibly difficult to measure in real-world conditions, so we’re taking the manufacturers at their word when they claim their latest camera can manage to focus in 0.04 or 0.03 seconds. But when everyone starts to claim what appears to be same crown for their own system, you start to wonder what’s going on – and how exactly they can do this. The caveatScan a new camera’s press release and you’ll notice that claims about the world’s fastest anything are almost always accompanied by an asterisk, dagger, or a superscripted number, as there are a number of party tricks that need clarification. Whichever it is, the reason for its inclusion is the same: whatever it is that's being claimed is only true in very specific conditions. Take Canon’s latest EOS RP mirrorless camera. The very first paragraph of the press release claims it has the world’s fastest autofocus, but you have to work your way to the small print right at the end to understand exactly what Canon means by this. It reads (take deep breath): As of 13 February 2019, among interchangeable lens digital mirrorless cameras incorporating a 35mm full frame equivalent image sensor with contrast detection AF and phase detection AF on the image plane. Calculated from the results of measured AF speed, based on CIPA guidelines (differs depending on shooting conditions and lens used). Measured using internal methods. Measurement conditions: EV12 (ambient temperature/ISO 100), Manual Mode, using the RF24-105mm F4 L IS USM (at a focal length of 24mm) with the following settings: shutter released using the shutter button, 1-point AF (Center AF), One-Shot AF. So, it's with a specific lens that few people own, used at a specific focal length, with a specific method of focusing and in a specific focus mode. Canon deserves credit for transparency, but “measured using internal methods” means nothing if you don’t know what those methods are. Furthermore, the fact that it’s only relevant against “digital mirrorless cameras incorporating a 35mm full frame equivalent image sensor with contrast detection AF and phase detection AF on the image plane”, may well be as clear as it is fair, but these models still only represent a fraction of the camera market as a whole. Everyone seems to be at itThe EOS RP is just the most recent example – similar claims were made for the previous EOS R and the company's DSLRs before this – but Canon isn’t the only manufacturer playing this game. Indeed, you don’t need to look too far back to find many other brand's claiming the world’s fastest autofocus for their own models, with each claim coming with the obligatory caveats. This includes Sony, with its A6400 earlier this year, and previously with its RX100 IV and RX100 V compact cameras, along with Panasonic with its Lumix G9. Fujifilm, Olympus and Nikon have all marketed cameras with similar claims in the past. Few people will read the small print to understand exactly what’s being stated, but these claims are often repeated elsewhere without qualification, which makes them even less accurate or useful. Of course, manufacturers can’t be held responsible for that, but the intention is to get that headline claim out there, and assume you won't do any research beyond this. We’re also now at a point where a measured difference of 0.01 second between two models makes virtually no difference in practice, even less so if these speeds are only realized in very specific circumstances. When you consider the myriad other factors that inform the capabilities and performance of different autofocus systems – be they tangible ones such as the extent to which an AF system covers the frame, or things that can only be understood through testing – you see just how little value there is in such a simplistic statement. Such claims will always attract attention, though – and that, of course, is the point. And cameras do get better over time, partly through having sprightlier and more refined autofocusing systems, so we should expect the same kinds of claims to keeping being made. But if you genuinely want to buy the camera with the 'best' autofocusing then it makes far more sense to focus on the technical details, and figure out what your particularly strand of shooting requires. How well a camera adheres to a moving subject; or acquires a lock in poor light or with low-contrast subjects; or gives you agency over adjusting how a focusing system responds to changes in a subject’s movement – it’s the sum of all these things that separate good autofocusing systems from great ones. How to master manual focushttp://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/SwC9ruAUsyQ
  18. Battlefield V is soon to get a battle royale mode called Firestorm, and a leaked trailer has given us a good idea of what it will involve. Of course, there’s the possibility that the footage spilled on YouTube is somehow faked, but that seems unlikely, given that this is a pretty convincing looking video which lines up with previously leaked info in many respects. Still, it would be foolish to declare the footage genuine at this point, obviously. We’ve picked the best PC games of 2019 you don’t want to missAnd these are the best gaming monitorsHere’s what happened when we hired a battle royale teacherAt any rate, you can check it out for yourself, and make your own mind up: grab a snack, or your beverage of choice, and hit play on the clip below. Impressed? We’ve got to say it looks pretty nifty, although a lot of it is your expected battle royale stuff – and we think it’s fair to say that at least some ‘inspiration’ has been taken from EA’s other battle royale project, the recently unleashed Apex Legends. For example, just like Apex Legends, you have different-sized backpacks and inventory management issues to deal with. And when you’re shot, you get ‘downed’, and can crawl around with a chance to be revived by teammates. The difference with Firestorm is that you can shoot a pistol when floundering about on the floor, and also, once you do die – by getting finished off, or bleeding out – you can’t be respawned by teammates at a nearby beacon. The biggest difference with this Battlefield royale (as it were) – apart from the setting of course – is that there are no separate character classes and abilities as seen in Apex Legends. Another thing we noticed is that the encroaching ring of fire – the mechanism that herds players ever-closer together as time ticks on – looks pretty darn deadly; a veritable raging inferno. Quad squadAs was revealed in previous leakage from data-miners poking around in game files, Firestorm will be playable in solo or duo modes, or in squads of four. As you’ve probably seen, Apex Legends has got off to a blistering start, so much so that it’s no doubt been weighing on DICE’s mind that some of those who have been patiently waiting for Battlefield V Firestorm might just have forgotten about it, at least to some extent. Some YouTube comments have even aired suspicions that this has been leaked by the developers themselves to stoke up hype somewhat, but naturally, we wouldn’t make any comment on that possibility. We’ll find out soon enough if the footage is real, or an extremely clever piece of fakery. Battlefield V’s battle royale mode is expected to arrive sometime this spring. These are the best graphics cards for gamingVia Wccftech http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/QBOsgxRxTiM
  19. Dealing with cyberattacks is becoming increasingly costly for businesses according to new research from Accenture and the Ponemon Institute which have revealed that malware and “malicious insider” related attacks accounted for one-third of all cyberattack costs in 2018. The firm interviewed over 2,600 security and IT professionals at 355 organizations worldwide to compile its “Cost of Cybercrime Study” that found the cost to businesses due to malware increased by 11 percent to more than $2.6m per company. At the same time, the cost due to malicious insiders, which Accenture defines as employees, temporary staff, contractors and business partners, jumped by 15 percent to $1.6m per organization. Average cost of cyberattack now exceeds $1.6 millionUK unprepared for major cyberattacksCybercrime costs could hit trillionsTogether these two attack types accounted for one-third of the total $13m cost to companies from cybercrime in 2018 representing a $1.3m increase in the past year. Cybercrime costsAccenture's study calculated cybercrime costs based on what an organization spends to discover, investigate, contain and recover from a cyberattack over a consecutive four week period. Senior managing director of Accenture Secuirty, Kelly Bissell stressed that cybersecurity needs to be the responsibility of everyone at an organization, saying: “From people to data to technologies, every aspect of a business invites risk and too often security teams are not closely involved with securing new innovations. This siloed approach is bad for business and can result in poor accountability across the organisation, as well as a sense that security isn’t everyone’s responsibility. Our study makes it clear that it’s time for a more holistic, proactive and preventative approach to cyber risk management involving full business engagement across the entire ecosystem of partners.” The study also found that the cost to companies from phishing and social engineering attacks increased to $1.4m per organization. Companies in the US experienced the greatest increase in costs due to cybercrime in 2018 at 29 percent with an average cost of $27.4m per company. Japan was the second highest at $13.6m followed by Germany at $13.1m and the UK at $11.5m. On the other hand, Brazil and Australia spent the least on cybercrime at $7.2m and $6.8m respectively. Protect your organization from the latest cyber threats with the best antivirushttp://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/6YcR_ZS3DSI
  20. There's no doubt about it, Onestream is the king of cheap broadband deals. Consistently topping the list of internet providers offering affordable prices, it's hard not to consider Onestream as an option if you just want the most affordable broadband possible. And in an act of total domination of the cheap broadband market, Onestream dropped a deal so cheap no one comes near to it - and it's exclusive to TechRadar readers! The only problem? There's only a few days left to get it. Coming in at a stunningly low monthly price of just £11.99, this exclusive offer blows the rest of the market out of the water. You would expect there to be a catch, but there really isn't. It has the same average speeds and contract length as its competition and there are no caps on your data usage - just a great overall deal. So if you want to be the proud owner of the UK's cheapest broadband, you can find all of the details below. Or if it doesn't quite fit what you were looking for (faster speeds perhaps?) check out our best broadband deals page for all the other options. Rather go all out on your broadband? Check out our broadband and TV deals page for the biggest packages available.This exclusively cheap broadband dealHow does this compare to other broadband deals?When it comes to the absolute cheapest price, nothing compares to this Onestream offer. But what about fibre broadband deals? If it's cheap fibre you're looking for then your best option is TalkTalk. For just £19.95 and absolutely nothing upfront, you can currently get TalkTalk's Faster Fibre package, an incredible bargain on fast fibre speeds. Or if you like your broadband packages filled with freebies, how about BT. Currently running a brilliant offer on fibre, BT will give you not only fast fibre speeds but also a £80 Pre-paid Mastercard and your choice of a Samsung Tablet A, Fitbit Charge 3 or an Amazon Echo - all for £29.99 a month. http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/hVO-cnoopQo
  21. Nvidia has grabbed a further chunk of market share from AMD in the world of graphics cards, and now dominates the discrete GPU arena by having sold more than four cards for every one of its rival’s sales. This is according to the latest add-in board (i.e. discrete graphics cards for desktop PCs) report from Jon Peddie Research, which gives us figures for the global shipment of GPUs in the last quarter of 2018. The analyst firm pegged Nvidia’s Q4 2018 market share as 81.2%, with AMD taking the rest and dropping to 18.8%. That’s a sizeable shift compared to the previous quarter, when Nvidia owned 74.3% of the market. These are the best processors for your PCIs the RTX 2080 Ti really worth the money?Nvidia vs AMD: which should be your next graphics card?And it’s an even bigger tilt when you consider the previous year, because in Q4 2017, Nvidia had a 66.3% share of the desktop graphics card market, with AMD on 33.7%. The total value of shipments for the quarter was over $2.8 billion (around £2.1 billion, AU$4 billion), and the overall picture wasn’t good news for either GPU maker, given that the total volume of shipments dropped by 10.7% compared to Q3, and slumped a colossal 40.2% year-on-year. You can blame this on the collapse in demand for crypto-mining GPUs, Jon Peddie noted. AMD in trouble?Seeing Nvidia jump to over an 80% market share might seem surprising to those of you who have been following the GPU world of late, given that we’ve heard a fair bit of negativity concerning the company recently. That included Nvidia’s revenue dipping to the lowest level since mid-2017, and the admission that “certain high-end GPUs” from its new Turing range of (RTX) graphics cards hadn’t sold as well as anticipated (which was part of the reason for that revenue slump). But remember that this is indeed reflected in the total shipment volume, which has dropped by over 10% since the previous quarter. The tilt in market share towards Nvidia just shows that within this overall gloomy picture, AMD still did worse. Which, of course, is worrying news for the Radeon GPU maker. Perhaps, then, while higher-end Turing models (i.e. RTX 2080 and Ti) haven’t done so well, the RTX 2070 actually managed to do okay in the tail-end of last year? (Remember, the RTX 2060 wasn’t out in the time period this report pertains to, and only emerged at the start of 2019). And indeed, perhaps folks are getting overly impatient with AMD’s new Navi GPUs not being on the near-horizon (though several rumors have claimed they could be launching in July), and the freshly launched Radeon VII just isn’t enough (given that it’s priced at around $800 or £650 currently, so is a pretty wallet-damaging GPU). Matters could get worse for AMD, too, in the next quarter, as Nvidia has now unleashed a new much cheaper Turing offering in the form of the GeForce GTX 1660 Ti (which drops the ray tracing tech the RTX cards offer, in order to achieve a much more affordable price tag). Furthermore, more even cheaper Turing offerings are expected to follow imminently. These are the best graphics cards of 2019http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/hvjUmY6DQ8o
  22. Huawei is the second biggest smartphone manufacturer in the world after Samsung, and it's got there by offering up some excellent devices along the way. It's grown in strength significantly over the past couple of years, to the point that if you're looking for the best Huawei phones around, there's a wide range to choose from. At the top of the range are the flagship Huawei P20 Pro and Huawei Mate 20 Pro, but our best Huawei phones list also includes great, affordable handsets such as the Huawei P Smart. That means when it comes to picking the best Huawei phone for you, it can be tricky. With that in mind we’ve highlighted the best Huawei phones the firm currently has to offer and ranked them. However, not everyone’s budget and needs are the same, so just because something is lower in this list it doesn’t mean it will be a worse choice for you than something higher. Ultimately you shouldn’t go wrong with any of these phones, and our list will show you at a glance their specs, highlights and main weaknesses, so you can make an informed choice as to which is the best Huawei for you. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/3cF7X4WdZ4MCdH7KK7fCiV.jpg The Huawei Mate 20 Pro is the best Huawei phone you can buy right now, offering up a heady mix of design, power and performance with a few party pieces thrown in too. It builds on the excellent P20 and P20 Pro, offering up even more screen, enhanced triple rear cameras and an in-display fingerprint scanner. The Mate 20 Pro packs a huge 6.39-inch display giving you a huge amount of space for gaming and movies, and its QHD resolution and HDR10 support ensures everything looks great. There is a wide notch at the top of the display though. It also boasts three cameras on the rear, nabbing the excellent 40MP wide-angle and 8MP telephoto lenses from the P20 Pro - but the third sensor is new. It's an ultra-wide 16MP snapper allowing you to cram even more of your surroundings into each shot. The Mate 20 Pro is a full-featured phone for a full-featured price - it even has a few tricks you won’t see elsewhere, and more powerful specs than most of its competitors. Read more: Huawei Mate 20 Pro review http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/WyysZYX4JUQMMaUDTrZXd9.jpg The Huawei P20 Pro may not be Huawei's latest flagship any more, but it still has a lot going for it, with the highlight being its exceedingly impressive and versatile triple-lens rear camera. That camera allows for 3x optical zoom and proves surprisingly adept at night shots, which is usually a setting that phone cameras really struggle with. Other highlights of the Huawei P20 Pro include a big, long-lasting battery, and an even bigger AMOLED screen that delivers vivid colors on a large scale. The Huawei P20 Pro also has a striking design, with a metal frame and a glass back, that optionally comes in a gradient color scheme that sees the colors shift from purple at the top to a turquoise shade at the bottom. Like any good flagship the Huawei P20 Pro also has facial recognition, a fingerprint scanner and lots of RAM. There’s no wireless charging and the chipset isn’t quite a match for some flagships, but it’s not far off, and as a complete package the Huawei P20 Pro can compete with any other handset, as its strong ranking in our best smartphones list attests. Read our in-depth Huawei P20 Pro review http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/aKTbf47MnpSEgPMN5Q5sZV.jpg While the Huawei Mate 10 Pro landed back in late 2017 it’s still a very strong handset. And while there are now larger Huawei handsets, this is still a big phone, with a 6.0-inch 1080 x 2160 AMOLED screen giving you plenty of space to enjoy apps, games and video. As with the P20 Pro, the Mate 10 Pro also has great battery life, thanks to the big 4,000mAh juice pack inside it. And the design, while lacking the flashy colors of Huawei’s newer flagship, still impresses, thanks to a glass back, a metal frame, minimal bezel around the screen and water resistance. Elsewhere you get a powerful dual-lens camera, loud stereo speakers and exactly the same chipset as the Huawei P20 Pro, making this a surprisingly powerful phone for its age. Read our in-depth Huawei Mate 10 Pro review http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/JhrZWKwYqfK6dPEBKLd3dD.jpg While no match for the P20 Pro, the standard Huawei P20 is still a very strong phone in its own right, and cheaper too. It has much in common with its Pro companion, including a stylish metal and glass build, a Kirin 970 octa-core chipset, facial recognition and loads of storage. Plenty more differs though, as with the Huawei P20 you get a dual rather than triple-lens camera, a 5.8-inch 1080 x 2240 LCD screen and a smaller 3,400mAh battery. Still, taken in isolation those are all still very solid specs. In fact, while neither the camera nor battery is quite a match for the P20’s larger sibling, both are still strong enough for us to praise them in our review. So if you want something slightly smaller and slightly more affordable than Huawei’s headline handset, the P20 is a good option. Read our in-depth Huawei P20 review http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/NCvrxMZKNJQsLiKaqtyZ6X.jpg The standard Huawei Mate 20 may be worse than the Huawei Mate 20 Pro, but it’s still a strong phone in its own right and it’s cheaper too. Other than the lower – though still high – price, highlights include a 4,000mAh battery which in our tests delivered excellent life, and top-end power, thanks to the use of an octa-core Kirin 980 chipset and up to 6GB of RAM. The Huawei Mate 20 also has a triple-lens camera on the back. This isn’t the same selection of lenses as its Pro-level sibling, but still makes for a versatile setup. And in some ways the Mate 20 actually has the Mate 20 Pro beat, as its 6.53-inch screen is larger, and it has a headphone port, which the fancier phone doesn’t. Read our in-depth Huawei Mate 20 review http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/pye3S5iU4yeyQLdQrWeRoB.jpg Strangely, the Huawei Mate 20 Lite actually arrived before the standard Huawei Mate 20, but it has similar strengths and weaknesses to the Huawei P20 Lite. The Mate 20 Lite has a big, sharp screen for example, with a 6.3-inch 1080 x 2340 display that comes in at 409 pixels per inch. It also has a fairly high-end build, with a glass back, a metal frame, a notch on the front and a high screen-to-body ratio. Another high point of the Huawei Mate 20 Lite is its camera, as it has a dual-lens one on both the front and back and uses AI to bring out the most in your snaps. The Mate 20 Lite also has a big, 3,750mAh battery, though this only translates to average life, and as with the P20 Lite its chipset is a bit of a drawback, but if you want a Huawei phablet on a budget this is a strong option. Read our in-depth Huawei Mate 20 Lite review http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/47A9rViKV9v6jikiuD8NDS.jpg The Huawei P Smart is one of Huawei’s most affordable handsets, so its price is definitely a plus, but it wouldn’t be in this list if it was simply cheap. For one thing, it has an attractive design, with an aluminum back that looks like something you’d expect to pay more for. It also has a fairly sizeable 5.65-inch screen with a trendy 18:9 aspect ratio and a 1080 x 2160 resolution, making it sharp too. Plus, the Huawei P Smart has a dual-lens rear camera, and though the selfie camera only has a single lens, it and the rear snapper are both capable of background blur in shots. Performance isn’t perfect, and you sacrifice some features such as fast charging, but overall the Huawei P Smart is a budget beast. Read our in-depth Huawei P Smart review http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/7PEuXtdRqsfscrQBtUueUM.jpg Despite having P20 in its name, the Huawei P20 Lite is no match for the rest of the range and nor is it a flagship. Instead it’s a mid-ranger, but it’s quite a good one. For one thing, it looks good, with a glass-backed design that’s similar to the Huawei P20, down to the notch on the front. It also has a similarly good screen to its pricier sibling, as it has a 5.84-inch 1080 x 2280 display with a pixel density of around 432 pixels per inch. Plus it has face unlock, a dual-lens rear camera, an octa-core chipset and 4GB of RAM. However, this is a mid-range chipset and not as good as the ones some similarly priced alternatives have. But power aside the Huawei P20 Lite doesn’t feel like too much of a step down from the full P20 experience. Read our in-depth Huawei P20 Lite review http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/8sdFNcFYfQZM38GMerTxiC.jpg One of Huawei’s 2017 flagships, the P10 Plus is getting on a bit but still compares well to most upper mid-range handsets. Highlights include a bright, 5.5-inch QHD screen, a dual-lens camera giving you both a 20MP monochrome and 12MP color lens to play with, a big 3,750mAh battery, 6GB of RAM and a solid octa-core chipset that was once high-end and is now mid-range. It has also got a slim metal frame and if you don’t like notches you’re in luck – the Huawei P10 Plus doesn’t have one. The design feels slightly dated compared to the latest flagships and it lacks a couple of features, like water resistance and wireless charging, but otherwise this remains a strong handset. Read our in-depth Huawei P10 Plus review http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/BhN84t73qW8X7AHT5st5tJ.jpg The Huawei P10 could almost be thought of as a compact phone, thanks to its 5.1-inch screen, but unlike most small handsets this isn’t a budget phone – it’s a 2017 flagship. It has a 1080 x 1920 resolution, the same dual-lens camera as the larger Huawei P10 Plus and a similar design too, with a metal frame and large bezels above and below the screen, but no notch. One thing we praised in the review is its fingerprint scanner, which does more than just unlock the phone, as it can also be used to navigate parts of the interface by swiping or double tapping it. The Huawei P10 doesn’t have the best chipset or battery life, but at this point you might be able to find it for far less than it once cost, so it could be a bit of a bargain. Read our in-depth Huawei P10 review Load your phone up with the best Android appshttp://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/E6iJCG6v624
  23. As new technologies change the way we work, businesses have begun to forego the traditional office in favor of multi-purpose co-working spaces designed to help foster productivity, creativity and collaboration. Rows of desks just won’t cut it anymore as employees have become accustomed to using their own devices, as seen with the BYOD movement, and being able to work from anywhere as a result of faster networks. TechRadar Pro spoke with Logitech’s Head of Video Collaboration EMEA Anne Marie Ginn to learn more about how organizations are changing their office spaces and what the future holds for workplace collaboration. Businesses using multiple video conferencing solutionsThe collaboration challenge - so many tools, so little timeRemote working is leading to a rise in data breacheshttp://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/D4YBMfcEsNT7BhaNJJgm2A.jpg Image Credit: Pexels http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/8JSHLpeEnqfbnuskv8qqd8.jpg Image Credit: Pexels http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/wHW3UwqJL6UVWRFqHTHZ4B.jpg Image Credit: Pexels We've also highlighted the best online collaboration toolshttp://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/nnLXNUhGGN0
  24. Normally, supplying tech to the military is a lengthy business, with a lot of hoops to jump through. It's understandable – kit needs to be safe, reliable and well developed before it can be taken into the battlefield – but it means technology tends to move quite slowly. To speed up the development of new tech, the British Army is holding an annual competition in the style of Dragons' Den or Shark Tank, inviting companies to pitch their most innovative ideas and putting them through rigorous examination and testing to find the ones that will be tough and useful enough to invest in. Exercise Autonomous WarriorEach year, the Army Warfighting Experiment (AWE) invites companies of all sizes to throw their ideas into the ring, AWE makes the process much more straightforward, and is open to companies of all sizes, with special funding available for the smallest. Companies of all sizes are invited to pitch ideas, which are sifted through to sort out the suggestions with the most potential. The chosen companies then pitch their products in person to experts from the British Army, who picked the strongest projects based on their usefulness, level of development and safety. In the third phase, the army’s trials and development units (TDUs) to verify and validate the equipment, making sure it works as expected and would be suitable for use in battle. The companies behind the successful projects are invited to join army personnel putting them to the test in realistic situations, and finding out how well they’ll work in the hands of real soldiers. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/XmQPXkELQeqkJQefmpc5ti.jpg Exercise Autonomous Warrior invited businesses to submit aerial and land-based vehicles. Image credit: Ministry of Defence © UK Crown copyright 2019 The 2018 AWE competition, Exercise Autonomous Warrior, focused on unmanned aerial and ground vehicles, plus supporting software. For Autonomous Warrior, the British Army received 121 applications, which a team of experts whittled down to 104. These businesses were invited to a ‘show and tell’, where 79 products from 49 businesses were chosen for the next stage. For the final tests, 31 products from 21 companies were tested in the wind, rain and mud of Salisbury Plain in southwest England. The successful products included micro-drones, an augmented reality display, drone-disrupting ‘guns’, and throwable robots for reconnaissance. Manned-unmanned teamingThis year's competition, Army Warfighting Experiment 19, will focus on manned-unmanned teaming. Companies are invited to submit idea for a remote operated or autonomous wingman for a manned air or land vehicle (such as an Apache helicopter or AJAX light armored vehicle). “Innovation will count for nothing unless we get great ideas off the drawing board, into production and onto the front line,” said Secretary of State for Defence Gavin Williamson in an event at the Science Museum on March 5. http://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Ji4oEUHgNUaYUyuuom2XiA.jpg Defence Secretary Gavin Williamson announced £66 million new funding for the military's robotics projects. Image credit: Ministry of Defence © UK Crown copyright 2019 Williamson announced that the Army would be investing £66 million (about $86 million, AU$123 million) in new projects: £31 million in unmanned air surveillance systems, £32 million in the new Theseus system, and £12 million on robotic combat vehicles. "We're not sitting around waiting for inspiration to strike," he added. "We're seizing opportunities. We're stepping up to the challenge." Driverless cars explained: everything you need to knowhttp://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/kvGmRSXLVIs
  25. Apple's long-rumored augmented reality glasses could be with us as early as next year, according to reputable industry analyst Ming-Chi Kuo. Kuo says manufacturing on the AR specs will get underway at the end of this year or the start of the next one, according to money.udn.com. He also says that they will be reliant on a connected iPhone to do a lot of the heavy lifting in terms of processing and connectivity. That should ensure the glasses themselves stay relatively lightweight and comfortable to wear – more Google Glass than Microsoft HoloLens. Everything good we saw at MWC 2019Folding phones are the hottest tech trendHuawei might also launch some AR glassesWhile this isn't official confirmation that the Apple AR glasses are real, Kuo does have one of the best records in the business when it comes to predicting Apple's future moves – and this move is one that's now widely expected. Apple's next big thing?We know that Apple boss Tim Cook is a big fan of augmented reality, and it is of course one of the features you can play around with on recent versions of iOS. Apple has been busy picking up companies with an interest in AR, which suggests it's prepping a product of its own – and recently Cook said that Apple had several new products in the pipeline that could "blow you away". We've also seen a bunch of Apple patents appear recently, explaining how specially-designed lenses could be used to cast images on a user's eye, and how a touchscreen surface (like an iPhone or an iPad) could be used as a controller. Add all those clues up and it's a fairly convincing case. If Kuo is right, we'll see the fruits of Apple's labor at some point in 2020. Why augmented reality is the future of smart toysVia 9to5Mac http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/techradar/digital-home/~4/9j_q5KOoTwQ
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