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The findings from the report brings together some extremely interesting stats and figures about the past year and shines a brighter light on some very startling events. Cybersecurity threats from 2018 2018 was certainly a busy year in the cybersecurity arena. Several big scares arrived very quickly starting with Meltdown and Spectre vulnerabilities found in the majority of modern microprocessors, along with backdoors being discovered in systems used by UK Government contractors....

It may be a small point to some, but the D-Link DIR-880L distinguishes itself by its choice of colour. With the exception of Apple, there are few other wireless routers currently on the market in the more domestically acceptable white finish. Beneath the high-gloss pale skin though, there’s less to separate this model in features from other brands’ routers. See also Best routers of 2014. The DIR-880L is D-Link’s best router, the model for which the company claims ‘the ultimate wireless connectivity’....

The new line-up includes the beastly Area-51m, thin m15 and m17 designs and the Aurora R11 with liquid cooled graphics. Plus, a preview of a new 360Hz gaming monitor. Dell also unveiled new XPS 15 and XPS 17 laptops. Alienware Area-51m 2020 For starters, Dell is claiming the new Alienware Area-51m (above) as the world’s most powerful gaming laptop. This is thanks to its “desktop-class performance” with overclockable CPUs and GPUs....

A proper continuation of the original series, the new game has once again been developed in-house at Capcom, with plenty of series veterans back at work to create it – even the original voice actors of Nero and Dante came back for the big reunion. So, is it the Devil May Cry title that fans have been yearning for? Find out in our Devil May Cry 5 review. Devil May Cry 5: Release date and platforms Devil May Cry 5 review Devil May Cry 5 is a return to the main series after the controversial DmC: Devil May Cry spin-off a few years ago, bringing the series back to what it does best; hacking-and-slashing demons with style and a splash of comedy....

What is an OEM licence? Many of the cheap versions you’ll see on eBay and other links will be something called an OEM version. OEM stands for Original Equipment Manufacturer and is a term applied to companies that build PCs. Those desktops and laptops usually include a copy of Windows, so that when you walk out of Currys/PC World with that shiny new Dell you can take it home and use it immediately....

It’s been speculated that this may be a new phone altogether, however, one that features a 6’1in LCD screen for a more affordable price point than the current iPhone X. This looks like Apple’s direct attempt to enter the midrange market that is currently being dominated by excellent offerings from the large Chinese manufacturers, such as Huawei. Take a look at our top recommendations for Chinese phones. While previously it was thought there would only be a single dual-SIM model, we’re starting to think there may be more than one from the recent photographs that have been taken as they certainly look like different phones....

We’ve seen the first moves in this direction with the inclusion of software – specifically intelligent, responsive technology – in its recent launches. Its current flagship cordless vacuum, the Dyson V15 Detect, has a piezo sensor that works in conjunction with an LCD screen to measure, count and display the number of dust particles being vacuumed up. The V15 Detect’s successor, the yet to be released Gen5detect, will build on this technology and give it a new twist: the vacuum cleaner will automatically raise or lower its suction power in response to the volume of dust it senses....

The catch? At £149/$179, it isn’t cheap, and there isn’t even wireless connectivity to tempt gamers. Is the EPOS H6PRO gaming headset worth the high-end price? Keep on reading to find out. Design and features The EPOS H6PRO is a good-looking, understated gaming headset that wouldn’t look out of place on a work Zoom call – in fact, I’ve donned the H6PRO during a recent episode of our weekly video podcast, Fast Charge, with no sarcastic remarks from my fellow podders, making it perfect for those that need a headset for both work and play....

As a child of the ’80s I remember fondly my Casio HS-8 – a pocket calculator that almost magically didn’t need batteries thanks to its small solar panels. It served me well through primary school to university, and seemingly offered a window into a possible future without discarded Duracells or unwieldy power supplies. Things, of course, didn’t quite pan out like that, but recently there have been signs that solar power is back on the agenda with tech firms....

Wait. What was that last part? Yes, you read it right: Forza Horizon 4 is set in good old Blighty. And not only that, seasons and time of day change so you get some extra visual treats as well as ever-changing road conditions on which to race. Of course, you’ve probably seen most of this before. Massively multiplayer driving games are hardly a new concept. However, Horizon 4 really does stand out from the crowd and is by far one of the most enjoyable racing games we’ve ever played, putting a big smile on our faces every single time we fired it up....

We look for free alternatives to the now pay-for LogMeIn remote-access service. Here are our best free remote access solutions. QUESTION I’ve been using LogMeIn’s free remote access solution for a number of years to connect to my family and friends’ PCs to provide occasional assistance. I recently received an email telling me the free service is to be discontinued. Is there a free alternative I can use and how can I switch over with the minimum of effort?...

Head over to BT now to see all its Echo 2 bundle deals. Plans start at 36Mbps for £29.99 per month for the first 18 months with a £29.99 upfront cost. This gets you unlimited monthly usage and BT antivirus protection for up to 2 devices. The most advanced plan that includes the Echo 2, called Superfast Fibre 2, costs £39.99 per month for 67Mbps, for 18 months. All plans include line rental See all BT’s plans here....

The buds are confusingly called Pixel Buds, the same product name as the now-discontinued originals from 2017. We gave those 2016 Pixel Buds a two-star review and stand by that evaluation, so we are hoping the new 2020 generation are a significant improvement. The design is updated to true wireless, with a secure-looking wing design and cute pebble-like (AirPods-like) charging case. Google is pushing the usefulness of having the Google Assistant well-integrated into the buds, with the ability to send hands free messages and real-time translation pushed as features....

Appearance The HTF-508DGS7 is clearly a luxury appliance. Its dark, gunmetal stainless steel doors boast a glossy Iconic Glass finish. Discreet integral handles sit tucked out of sight. The touchscreen control panel illuminates on contact, only to subtly vanish once options are chosen. We’ve swooned over a Haier French door fridge before, but if you’ve never used a fridge with double doors, it changes the way you access your food. Everything is on hand before you, because you’re positioned in the centre of your fridge when you open the appliance....

Now, it’s the turn of Chinese brand Honor, with its debut foldable – the Honor Magic V, which also happens to be the first in the category to sport the latest and greatest Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chipset, as well. When will the Honor Magic V be released worldwide? Honor launched the Honor Magic V in China on 10 January, where it officially went on sale on 18 January. This was a China-specific launch, and so far Honor hasn’t said whether or not the phone will be given a global release....

The first season concluded with Rhaenyra Targaryen ready to raise hell on the Hightowers and their armies. But what comes next? We’ve rounded up everything we know about when House of the Dragon is returning, which cast members should be back and a few plot details to get you prepared. For fans of the fantasy genre, we also have a similar roundup for season 3 of The Witcher on Netflix....

When Android’s internal storage is seriously short, the “insufficient storage available” is a common annoyance – especially when you want to update an existing app or install a new one. You’ve probably done everything obvious, such as removing every app you don’t use, installing a microSD card to offload data, clearing out your Downloads folder, and deleting all your photos and video. You’ve done everything save factory resetting your phone and yet still you don’t have space for that app....

How to block a sender in Gmail The web version of Gmail works the same way on PCs, Macs and Chromebooks. It’s also easy to block people in Gmail in this version. Open your web browser and navigate to Gmail, log in, then find an email by the person or organisation that you wish to silence. With the email open, you’ll see three dots in the top right corner next to the Reply and Star icons....

While you can swap out the battery on many desktops, most laptops are not easily upgradeable, making the health of the one built-in even more important. Windows 10’s battery report tool lets you monitor it, providing detailed information on what current battery life is like and how it’s changing over time. However, it’s not listed in Settings or anywhere, so you might not be aware that the feature actually exists....

For this masterclass, professional matte painter Sarel Theron reveals the process and insider secrets of matte creation. Using reference images and Photoshop’s Clone Stamp tool, he focuses on the creation of a 2D digital matte painting, from beginning sketch to final work. For an image of this complexity, you should expect to spend 24 to 32 hours illustrating it. In this Photoshop masterclass we will re-create a mythical version of the ancient Inca city, Machu Picchu, also known as the Lost City....