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Logic suggests that laptops will be the next major form factor to embrace high refresh rates. Again, gaming devices have been the early adopters here, sporting displays all the way up to 300Hz. It feels like only a matter of time before this filters its way to everyday consumer devices. However, we might have to be patient. The coronavirus pandemic has sent demand for laptops skyrocketing, and even now the education sector is reporting shortages of suitable devices for homeschooling....

The first film to bring the Miles Morales version of Spider-Man onto the big screen also surrounds him with a host of alternative takes on the character thanks to some inter-dimensional malarkey, resulting in a playful, witty film that’s unrelentingly inventive – read our review for more on why we loved it. In true comic book movie tradition, that inventiveness extends to the film’s credits too. The film’s out in the UK and US now....

The trouble with most dash cams, even those with wide-angle lenses, is that they can’t record in every direction. And that means you’ll have no evidence if, for example, another vehicle changes lanes and hits the side of your car. The new 70mai Omni, however, fixes this problem. It’s the world’s first dash cam that has a rotating lens which can turn to any angle to capture video, so it has no blind spot: it can see everything going on no matter where around your vehicle it occurs....

I’ve been using the EPOS GTW 270 Hybrid wireless earbuds for gaming, music, exercise and just about everything else for the past week, and here’s what I think. Design and build Wireless earbuds are the in-thing right now, with options available in a variety of shapes and sizes to suit a variety of needs, ranging from the all-ear design of RHA’s TrueControl ANC to the bean-shaped Samsung Galaxy Buds Live....

See also: Best printers to buy Epson Expression Premium XP-640 review: Price That’s still more than its four-colour siblings, but it’s considerably more affordable than Epson’s price. If you’re after something for more basic everyday document printing, the HP Envy 5640 is a good choice, as ink costs have come down a lot since we reviewed it in 2015. Epson Expression Premium XP-640 review: Features and design The XP-640 uses five separate ink cartridges, with the traditional cyan, magenta yellow and black inks complemented by a special ‘photo-black’ ink that helps to improve contrast and colour in photo prints....

Now they have even more reason to fear their privacy, since Facebook is confirmed to be bringing ads to Messenger. USA Today reports that businesses can now buy ads that route Facebook users to Messenger if they have previously interacted with the brand. They can also reach people who’ve started conversation with them on Facebook Messenger, but Facebook promises that users shouldn’t be worried about spam because messages can be blocked....

Oppo has smashed phone charging records with its new 125W wired fast charging, but it has close competition with 120W offerings from Xiaomi, Vivo, and more – and David asks why fast charging even matters. That’s thrown into sharper relief by the news that both Apple and Samsung are considering ditching in-box phone chargers altogether – is that a good change or bad? Finally, Vivo is tentatively reaching into the global market with the international launch of the X50 series, and Dom has spent a week with the X50 Pro and its gimbal camera, so tune in for his thoughts so far....

However, there’s a middle ground. Fender’s Play app combines videos from professional tutors with tab music and – a recent addition – feedback on your playing. For a reasonable annual or monthly fee, you can use the app as much or as little as you want. And you can pick courses from acoustic, electric, bass and ukulele. Within acoustic and electric, you have a choice of rock, blues, pop, country, folk and – a new addition – R&B / Soul – and there’s rock and funk for bass....

First Direct SaveZap hands-on review: Design and build So, what does the First Direct SaveZap look like? At a glance you might not notice it on someone’s wrist – it’s black in colour, with the only real standout features being the ‘fd’ branding throughout the wearable and the light-up LED display. The display is only used to let you know that the wearable is on, though, displaying three thunderbolts to let you know it’s powered up and ready to go!...

What is Project Tango? Before we go any further, it’s probably best to explain just what Project Tango is, and why it’s such a big deal. Project Tango is, essentially, a Google project that allows smartphones to detect, map and ‘learn’ its position relative to the room/world around it without the use for external signals like Wi-Fi or GPS. It can also detect surfaces and obstacles within your environment, and can ‘recognise’ known environments....

The Fujifilm company is best known for its photography products, stretching back in its long history to its respected position as a supplier of photographic film. More recently it has diversified into electronic hardware and media, such as Fujifilm FinePix digital cameras and flash memory. Now the Fujifilm brand is selling solid-state drives for PCs and laptops. See our group test: What’s the best SSD? Two models of SSD are available, the Fujifilm HQ-PC Series reviewed here, and a higher-specification range named Fujifilm HQ-Pro Series....

In a blog post, Google outlined the main features of incognito mode for Maps, stating: “Incognito mode on iOS works the same way it does on Android. While in Incognito mode, the places you search for or navigate to won’t be saved to your Google Account and you won’t see personalized features within Maps, like restaurant recommendations based on dining spots you’ve been to previously. Using Incognito mode on your phone will not update your Location History, so the places you go won’t be saved to your Timeline....

Google Nexus 5 UK release date, UK price, features and full specs. Everything you need to know about the Nexus 5. Read our full Nexus 5 review. Confirmed: as we reported the Nexus 5 Android smartphone has been announced today. We’ve rounded up the UK release date, price and specs for the Google Nexus 5. The Nexus 5 is Google’s next flagship Android smartphone. Here we find out what the Nexus 5 has to offer to rival the likes of the Samsung Galaxy S4, Sony Xperia Z and HTC One....

It’s important to note that this comparison is currently based on information provided to us by Google, as we’ve not yet been able to run all of our tests on the Nexus 6. We’ll be updating this article as soon as we get our hands on a review unit and put it through its paces, but for now this article should provide you with all of the basic facts and figures you need to help you start making your decision about which of these smartphones is best for you....

We got our hands on one to test. You can see what we thought in our full review or read on for the specs and pricing. The banks are black cabinets, with anti-UV glass doors to block any rays that might affect the stored wine. The bottles rest on slatted beech wood shelves and the interior is lit with LED lights that won’t alter the temperature of the cabinet. There are two models....

Although it’s hard to keep up with all of the Honor smartphones, the View 20 (aka the V20) is notable for having one of the first in-screen cameras. Instead of the infamous notch, it uses what’s being referred to as a ‘punch-hole-screen’. The View 20 is out now in the UK and Europe, following a 22 January launch – though it came out in China a bit earlier, in later December....

There are a few things you can try to solve the problem, but one very quick fix is to disconnect from the VPN and check the site is working without it. Of course, it may be blocked by your ISP, government or employer, in which case you still won’t be able to access it, but if you know this is the case, the follow the tips below. 1. Try a different server Simply selecting a different server can make all the difference....

How to add a Lightsaber to Facebook To celebrate this week’s launch of Star Wars: The Force Awakens Facebook is letting you add a Lightsaber to your profile picture. You can choose between red and blue, pledging your allegiance to the Dark or Light Side of the Force. Step 1. Log into your Facebook profile, then click here to Show your game face. Step 2. Switch the drop-down from Argentine Primera Division to Star Wars, then click on one of the two Star Wars icons below to toggle between red and blue Lightsabers....

Fortunately, there is a workaround that allows you to add Bluetooth connectivity to your device. How to find out if your computer has Bluetooth Before we do anything, let’s just double check that your computer doesn’t already have the ability to connect via Bluetooth. Check out our guide to how to check if your computer has Bluetooth to see how it’s done. How to add Bluetooth to your computer Adding Bluetooth functionality to your PC is thankfully nice and simple....

It’s great when companies listen to what fans want and although it’s taken an age, Microsoft has finally made it possible for Xbox Live users to add a custom Gamerpic. It can also be used to or to customise your clubs profile pic or background. Read about the Xbox One X. You can now do this via Xbox, Windows 10 PC and the Xbox app on iOS or Android. It’s available to everyone so the firm asks that you keep it clean....