If all cassette players were as clever as this one, I’d probably never have swapped to streaming
The cassette player gets a modern twist with additions like USB-C in this funky, nostalgic release from We Are Rewind
This Poco phone is less than half the price of a Pixel 9a, but goes toe-to-toe with it on specs
The Poco M7 Pro 5G is the latest budget smartphone from the Xiaomi sub-brand, and it looks pretty similar to the Pixel 9a in most areas
This might be the best noise cancelling you’ll find from affordable headphones
Lindy’s new BNXe headphones offer noise cancellation for under £100 – plus, you get 40mm drivers, USB-C fast charging, and 55 hours of juice
Best Swatch watches in 2025 for bright, affordable fun
We’ve ranked the best Swatch watches, from the big and bold to arty and playful
Latest posts
Best PS5 headset in 2025 reviewed and rated
Looking to lose yourself in gaming? We’ve picked out all the best PS5 headsets to provide an exciting experience
Best music streaming services in 2025 including Spotify, Apple, Tidal and more
From free streams to hi-res audio, these are best all-you-can-eat music streaming services and which one is right for you
This new Seiko nails two of my favourite 2025 watch trends
Beige dials and smaller case sizes – two big trends that stood out at Watches and Wonders 2025 – now come together in a genuinely wearable, genuinely lovely new Seiko release. The Seiko Presage Classic Series has just added three new models: the Aijiro, Fushi-iro and Shiro-iro. They’re subtle, smart, and full of the quiet […]
Best cheap phones in 2025 reviewed and rated
We rate the best budget phones from Samsung, Nothing, Google and more, all available for under $450/£450
This De’Longhi coffee machine has a smart feature I actually want to use
The De’Longhi Primadonna Aromatic is a bean-to-cup coffee machine that can make 35 drinks and will even learn which drink is your favourite
I can’t believe how close the new Citroen C5 Aircross is to the original concept
Head-turning styling, bum-squeezing seating
I like David Bowie, but only true superfans will want this limited-run luxury B&O speaker
The iconic B&O Beosound A9 speaker has been re-released with this limited-run celebrating music legend David Bowie
I’d wear these comfy open-ear buds for more than just workouts
The Panasonic RB-F10 open-ear buds should excel at mid-range audio, look comfortable with flexible silicone grips, and are IPX4 rated
This Samsung Galaxy free upgrade finally switches on this essential feature by default
Samsung Galaxy smartphones running Android 15 or later will finally find VoLTE switched on by default thanks to this free upgrade
Amazon UK Prime Day 2025: everything you need to know
Your wallet’s already thanking you for the Amazon UK Prime Day savings that are coming back this July
Features
OLED vs Mini LED: which of the top 4K TV technologies should you choose?
OLED and Mini LED are behind some of the best TVs and monitors on the market, but what’s the difference?
Best robot vacuum cleaners in 2025 to keep your floors clean
Clean your carpets and hard floors with the best robot vacuum cleaners around right now
Best budget camera phones in 2025 for affordable photography
After the best budget camera phone to capture stunning photos without breaking the bank? We’ve reviewed the very best
The best 5G phones in 2025 for every budget rated and reviewed
Whether you’re looking to spend a lot or a little, these are the very best 5G phones for every budget
Best upcoming phones for 2025: find your next phone!
Flagships, foldables, midrangers and affordable models – there’s an upcoming phone for all budgets
Best gaming phone in 2025 for setting high scores
Taking no calls ’cause I’ll be gaming – these are the best gaming phones
Best smart speaker in 2025 with Google, Alexa and Siri built-in
The best smart speaker options will listen, learn and lend a helping hand
Best budget tablets in 2025 for outstanding value
If you’re looking for the ultimate iPad alternatives out there, check out Stuff’s guide to the best budget tablets
Reviews
Here’s why the MSI Stealth A18 AI+ hits the new sweet spot for gaming laptop graphics power
Laptops with RTX 5070 Ti graphics are here – were they worth the wait?
The CMF Phone 2 Pro is the cheap, fun and functional trifecta
A more grown-up take on the affordable, accessory-friendly phone
Honor 400 Lite review: attack of the iPhone clones?
Modern looks and a dedicated camera button make this an interesting iPhone alternative
French-flavoured RPG Clair Obscur: Expedition 33’s drama and battles had me on the edge of my seat
Final Fantasy with a certain je ne sais quoi
The Dyson Supersonic r is simply the best hairdryer I’ve used
Ultra premium, ultra light hairdryer that offers seriously fast drying
Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE+ review: the big-screen Samsung tablet I’d buy
Big screen, bigger battery. The latest Fan Edition Galaxy Tab is out to please.
Testing JBL’s Tour One M3 Smart Tx showed me the wireless headphone feature I didn’t know I needed
Smart Tx transmitter brings wireless listening with you everywhere
Reviewing the Fujifilm GFX100RF medium format compact made me think differently about photography
Social media made compact cams cooler than permafrost; the GFX100RF might be the new form factor champ
I went hands-on with the Nintendo Switch 2: these are the things it gets right
First impressions from the Switch 2 Experience with Mario Kart World, Donkey Bananza and more!
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Buying guides
Best iPad in 2025 reviewed and ranked
Not sure which is the best iPad for you? We’ve explored the differences between every current Apple tablet in our buying guide
Best cassette players and tape players in 2025 for a retro audio fix
The best tape players will have you rockin’ and a rollin’ in no time (pencils not included)
Best streaming sticks in 2025 for unbeatable performance and value
Upgrade your telly with these easy streamers. From TV boxes to 4K sticks, our picks for the best streaming device you can buy
Best soundbars in 2025 for every budget reviewed
Upgrade your substandard TV speakers with superior sound and Dolby Atmos: we’ve tested the best soundbar for every home setup
Best dumb phones in 2025 for a simple, tech-detox
Looking for a simple phone? Disconnect from the ever-connected digital world with one of the best dumb phones
Best gaming chairs in 2025 for upgraded comfort
For serious gaming sessions, comfortable glutes are just as important as flexible thumbs
Best smart lights in 2025 including light bulbs, light strips and more
Let’s shed some light on all the best smart lights worth considering – which one is the top pick for you?
Best fitness trackers in 2025 including Fitbit, Garmin, Whoop and more
Find the best fitness tracker for runners, swimmers, cyclists, and anyone tracking health stats like steps, calories, and sleep
Stuff Gadget Awards
The Stuff Gadget Awards 2024: our top TVs, soundbar and streaming service of the year
Spread across two sub-categories (premium TV and affordable TV), here are the 2024 models that left us agog in visual wonder. Plus we’ve got our best soundbar and streaming service category for you too!
The Stuff Gadget Awards 2024: our tablets of the year
A staple for work, creativity and entertainment, it’s been a powerhouse year for tablets
The Stuff Gadget Awards 2024: our phones of the year
We’ve several categories for you, including our overall phone of the year as well as mid-range and affordable phone of the year. Plus camera phones and foldables, too!
The Stuff Gadget Awards 2023: Here’s our gadget of the year
Which product will be crowned the gadget king of 2023? It’s time to reveal the cream of the crop
The Stuff Gadget Awards 2023: Flagship phone of the year
Here’s the top-tier blower that blew our socks off in 2023
The Stuff Gadget Awards 2023: Headphones of the year
Can you do any better than these cans? Not in 2023 you can’t!
The Stuff Gadget Awards 2023: Innovation of the year
The year’s biggest and best mould-breaking tech product, revealed
The Stuff Gadget Awards 2023: Mid-range, affordable and camera phones of the year
We’re calling it: here are the non-premium handsets that got our hearts racing in 2023
The Stuff Gadget Awards 2023: Bluetooth and wireless speakers of the year
Listen up: here are the finest cable-free sound boxes from the past 12 months
The Stuff Gadget Awards 2023: Fitness tech of the year
Don’t sweat it: here are the best new products for keeping you active
The Stuff Gadget Awards 2023: Gaming hardware and accessories of the year
Key pieces for the players out there, these stellar examples of gaming gear will lift your pastime to new heights
The Stuff Gadget Awards 2023: Top TVs of the year
It’s time to gawp, gawk and grin at the year’s grandest of televisions
The Stuff Gadget Awards 2023: Sustainable gadget of the year
It’s time for the greenest gadget of the year to get its flowers
The Stuff Gadget Awards 2023: Kitchen and cleaning tech of the year
Revealed: 2023’s best gadget shortcuts to a cleaner and better fed home
The Stuff Gadget Awards 2023: mobile app and game of the year
Install these on your phone and app-reciate it all the more
The Stuff Gadget Awards 2023: TV gadgets of the year
Our favourite TV gadget revealed – plus the finest soundbar of 2023
The Stuff Gadget Awards 2023: Smart home products of the year
No Wi-Fi fridges here – just our picks for the smart security product and smart speaker of 2023
The Stuff Gadget Awards 2023: Premium and affordable tablets of the year
Budget-friendly or top of the line, head this way to find out the 2023 slates we rate
The Stuff Gadget Awards 2023: Laptops of the year plus best accessory
We open up about our favourite premium, gaming and mainstream notebooks, plus our add-on pick
The Stuff Gadget Awards 2023: Game of the year
In a year of old favourites making happy returns, these were the best…
Latest deals
Amazon US Prime Day 2025: the deals are coming back this July!
Prime Day is coming back to Amazon US this July. Here’s where we’ll show you all the key tech deals for you to choose from
I can’t wait for bargains galore in Amazon’s Prime Day 2025 – here’s what we know so far
This July, expect there to be Black Friday-matching deals galore in Amazon’s latest Prime Day
My favourite Apple headphones are less than half price in this deal
You can bag the Beats Studio Pro over-ear headphones for £149 in this EE deal, and you don’t even need to be an existing customer!
Amazon’s Echo Pop is 25% off in this top smart speaker deal
One of the absolute best smart speaker offers is back in this limited Amazon deal
I’m going e-ink with this huge Kindle Scribe discount on Amazon
There’s another great price drop on one of the shopping giant’s own Kindle e-readers
The Google Pixel 9 is almost back to its lowest price in this deal
We’ve got good news for Google fans – the Pixel 9 is almost back to its lowest price. With this deal, it’s barely more than the Pixel 9a
Stuff Opinion
Apple Watch at 10: here are 10 ways Apple’s wearable surprised me over the years
From having me chat to a stranded astronaut to declaring me deceased, Apple’s wrist-based wonder has been full of surprises
Best video doorbells without a subscription to beat price hikes
Stop paying a monthly fee for your doorbell – these are the best subscription-free video doorbells you can get
Apple’s secret rings award just gave me the perfect excuse to get moving again
Having lost my Apple Watch activity rings streak and enthusiasm for exercise, it turns out a shiny badge is all the motivation I need to get started again. Don’t @ me…
Samsung Ballie with Gemini AI isn’t so much your robot buddy as a personal nag-bot
Your wheelie good plastic pal? Not if Samsung Ballie turns out to be an AI-infused bossy boots know-it-all
I didn’t get the Galaxy S25 Edge hype until living with this slim phone
Infinix’s Hot 50 Pro+ is currently the thinnest slim phone you can buy at 6.8mm – and it’s made me excited for the upcoming Galaxy S25 Edge
