The Stuff Awards 2025: our soundbar and projector of the year
Here are the projectors and soundbars that made our movie nights magic in 2025
YouTube TV could lose ESPN, Disney soon – both sides typically blame each other
Google’s YouTube TV live streaming service is yet to agree terms with Disney’s networks. The only real loser will be paying customers
iPhone 18 Pro 5G could be out of this world, if you’re ok with Elon running your online activity
Apple could be preparing to offer satellite 5G on next-year’s iPhone models according to a report which makes a couple of leaps to reach its conclusion
THEA1200 brings back the Amiga as a full-size plug-and-play TV gadget – and THEC64 is back too
Need your fix of retro-gaming thrills? Check out this duo of instant retro joy that reimagine Commodore’s best two games machines for the modern era
Latest posts
Fujifilm X-T30 III jumps on the vintage preset trend with Film Simulation dial
The Film Simulation Dial has made it to the Fujifilm X-T30 series, meaning you can make your brilliant new photos look like your oldest camera took them
Best dumb phones for kids for safety, simplicity, and peace of mind
We’ve rounded up the best dumb phones for kids, because sometimes smartphones are too smart for their own good
Take control of your heating this winter with tado°
Smart thermostats for a cozy home and energy bill savings
These gorgeous hi-fi headphones promise sound so good I’m considering ditching my wireless cans
Grado’s new S750 headphones feature all-new components inside a gorgeous design, making for an extremely compelling set of wired cans
10 spooky games to play this Halloween
From chilling ghost stories to arming yourself to fight the horrors
You won’t believe how many features this budget go-anywhere projector has
The debut projector from Xgimi’s new Vibe sub-brand crams in plenty of top-tier features into this sub-$300 portable projector
Aldi’s subscription-free battery video doorbell only costs £17, but here’s why you shouldn’t buy it
While this excellent price is super compelling, 480p resolution means I’m not convinced you’ll be able to see anything through this camera
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
Black Friday 2025: here’s when it’ll take place next month
Black Friday and the days that come after it have become the biggest shopping event of the year
Nike’s Project Amplify robotic shoes give runners an ‘extra set of calf muscles’
Nike is planning a consumer launch for the Project Amplify shoes – the world’s first powered running system designed for everyday athletes
Features
After testing countless action cameras, these are the only 3 I recommend for every budget
Need a compact and rugged video camera for sports, vlogging or biking? These mighty mountable action cams represent our top picks
iPhone’s iOS 26.1 free update is coming, here are all the excellent new features your phone will get
Apple is set to roll out the iOS 26.1 update over the coming weeks – here are all the new features your iPhone will get
Why did Apple TV remove the +? And what does it mean for a future Apple TV Pro streaming box?
The name change does cause a problem for the Apple TV streaming box – so what will a next-gen version be called?
How to watch NFL 2025, wherever you are
Get the complete lowdown on watching NFL in the U.S., UK, Europe and beyond
Best lightweight waterproof jackets in 2025 for unpredictable weather
Shield yourself against April showers and wet winters with the best lightweight waterproof jackets money can buy
ChatGPT is ready to become your browser, but I’m not sure I’m ready for it
While its AI smarts are impressive, I’m not sure I’m ready to switch all my internet browsing over to this new release
Best iPads in 2025 for home, school and work
Not sure which is the best iPad for you? We’ve explored the differences between every current Apple tablet in our buying guide
Dyson Airwrap Co-anda2x vs Shark Glam: which is the best air styler?
Both curl, wave, straighten, smooth and volumise hair, but which is best?
Reviews
CMF Watch 3 Pro review: minor improvements for this deceptively simple smartwatch
Firms up some of its predecessor’s weak points – but swappable bezels are MIA
Pixel Watch 4 review: after two weeks I’m convinced this is the only Apple Watch alternative
Beautiful design, fluid software, and meaningful health smarts make the Pixel Watch 4 the Android watch to beat.
Apple iPhone 17 review: the iPhone I think most people should buy in 2025
Only marginally more exciting than beige, the iPhone 17 nonetheless packs several surprises – and more importantly, specs that make it a better buy than any other iPhone
Hypershell X Ultra review: the wearable robot legs I didn’t know I wanted
adventure-focused exoskeleton is niche but effective
Apple iPad Pro M5 review: can the best around really get any better?
The iPad Pro gets a new level of incredible power – while retaining the super-thin design. The only problem is the price…
The Galaxy S25 FE is the first sensibly-priced Samsung phone I’ve enjoyed using in years
Is this the Fan Edition formula finally perfected?
The Asus Xbox ROG Ally makes Windows feel more at home on a handheld – but I still want the beefier version
Microsoft’s first official foray into portable gaming is a step in the right direction
The Stiga A4 has been mowing my lawn for two months and it’s never looked so good!
The age of virtually mapping out your garden is upon us – farewell annoying perimeter wires
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We score products from 1 star to 5 stars and also have some other awards (like our Editor’s Choice Award above) we can bestow on a product.
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Buying guides
Best smart thermostat 2025 to keep a close eye on your heating this winter
It’s time to get a proper housewarming present, but which of the best smart thermostats is the right one for you?
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
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
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 field watches in 2025 from Hamilton, IWC, Tudor and more
Looking for the best field watch? We’re ranked the top models from Hamilton, IWC, Seiko and more
Best tablets in 2025 for all budgets
We’ve tested the best tablets from Apple, Samsung and more, with top picks for value, performance, and portability
Best affordable watches in 2025 for wallet-friendly style
We’ve ranked the best affordable watches from Tissot, Seiko, Citizen, Swatch and more
Best watch winders in 2025 to keep your watches ready
The best watch winder will keep your watch wound and ready to wear at a moment’s notice
Stuff Gadget Awards
The Stuff Gadget Awards 2025: our tablets of the year
We pick the top 2025 tablets from both the premium and affordable ends of the market
The Stuff Gadget Awards 2025: our cars and bikes of the year
The best EVs, ebikes and escooters of 2025, revealed!
The Stuff Gadget Awards 2025: our gaming hardware of the year
Here are the gaming consoles and peripherals that dominated our downtime in 2025
The Stuff Gadget Awards 2025: our apps and games of the year
Find out which thumb-busting titles kept us most entertained this year
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
Latest deals
Black Friday UK 2025: here’s where we’ll bring you all the deals this November
This is where we’ll be bringing you all the best Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals during November
I’ve found the 20 best Prime Big Deals Days 2025 offers still live!
The Amazon Prime Big Deals Days sale is here and there are already plenty of offers up for grabs in the US and UK
Here’s what the Stuff team are buying during Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days sale
Ever wondered what the deal experts are buying themselves in these kinds of Amazon sales? Well, now you know…
One of the best flagship smartphones of the year is over 20% off for Prime Big Deals Days
The OnePlus 13 is one of our favourite flagship smartphones so far this year, and for Prime Big Deals Days it’s down to mid-ranger prices
My favourite Eero router is a genuine bargain for Amazon Prime Big Deals Days
Buffering and lag have finally met their match in Amazon’s Prime Big Deals Days sale with savings up to $105/£200 on Eero routers
These top Sony wireless earbuds are discounted to £55 right now
The WF-C700N wireless earbuds from Sony are a rather tasty £45 off during Amazon’s Prime Big Deals Days sale
Stuff Opinion
Meta’s new Oakley smart glasses are excellent – but its the display version I really want
The new Oakley Vanguard glasses are seriously impressive for outdoorsy folk, but the Meta Ray-Ban Display specs are most impressive of all
I simplified my home audio setup – and Ruark’s MR1 Mk3s proved I was right
Years back, I ditched a tangle of black boxes for Ruark MR1 Mk2 speakers. Now their successors are here, and they’re even better
Apple won’t include a charger with the new MacBook Pro M5, I think that’s a big mistake
Apple’s latest MacBook Pro M5 might be powerful, but leaving out the charger leaves a bad taste (and an even bigger bill)
I hate Ultimate Team on FC 26, so why can’t I stop playing it?
It’s got broken mechanics, toxic players and identikit teams, but FC 26 just keeps me coming back
Retro-look audio gear is great – if it works as well as it looks
There’s a lot of retro audio gear about, but some of it is too much about backward-looking style over usefulness
