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iRobot has unveiled its new flagship Roomba Max 875 Combo It sprays out heated mist to dislodge dried dirt from hard floors There’s a seal around the vacuum to maximize pickup power iRobot has revealed its latest flagship robot vacuum, and I’ve just seen it in action at IFA 2026. The Roomba Max 875 Combo…

DDR5 might be the memory standard for newer PCs, but it costs far more than DDR4, especially when you’re shopping for faster or higher-capacity kits. If you’re upgrading a DDR4 system, I’ve found a terrific deal on the G.Skill 32GB Trident Z RGB for $215 (was $258) at Newegg when you use code LUYRF222. For…

A new leak has shed light on a rumored new watchOS 27 feature It could see improvements to Apple’s Workout app on Apple Watch The app might let you log individual reps and sets for strength routines Apple’s watchOS 27 is almost upon us, and it’s going to arrive alongside the Apple Watch Series 12…

You don’t need to spend hundreds of dollars on a printer for occasional home or home office use. I’ve picked out three Amazon inkjet printer deals that bring capable all-in-one models comfortably below $100. All three can print, scan and copy in color, with wireless connectivity for printing from your computer or mobile devices. My…

Apple is reportedly only managing to build a few hundred iPhone Ultra units each day This is apparently down to difficulties with the hinge If this is correct, then there probably won’t be many units ready at launch The foldable iPhone Ultra is likely to be the star of Apple’s ‘Surprise and shine’ event tomorrow…

The Shards episode 9 is streaming on Hulu for US viewers and Disney+ internationally soon, and it’s time to get ready for the nail-biting season finale. With two blackmail plots and a secret ballot last episode, you’ll know doubt be on the edge of your seat waiting to see how it all ends. If you’ve…

The Boox Picco has been shown off at IFA 2026 It doesn’t run Android or have magnets However, it does at least have a USB-C port Boox is perhaps the most well-known alternative to Kindle and Kobo, and notably, its Android-powered ereaders don’t lock you into a specific ecosystem. Now, Boox looks set to rival…

Dyson has launched three new fan-purifiers, all with star-shaped nozzles The nozzle is designed to be both powerful and very quiet I saw them in action, and they’re super-effective… but the styling will be divisive Dyson’s loop fans are instantly recognizable. In the home appliance world, their sleek, bladeless design has gained somewhat iconic status.…

Most governments still talk about artificial intelligence as something to regulate or subsidize. South Korea is trying something considerably bolder. It wants to make advanced AI available free to every citizen, treating access less like a premium software subscription and more like a basic piece of national infrastructure. The country’s Ministry of Science and ICT…

The Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2026 shortlisted entries were announced last week, and one contender in particular caught the eye — a photo of a swift in flight as an aeroplane looms overhead, shot by 16-year-old photographer Jack Crockford, from the UK. ‘Great shot!’ chimed a few people in the 500 or so comments…

Watch Futurama S14 on Hulu (US) and Disney+ (International) Unlock your stream with NordVPN (save 75%) Futurama season 14 will feature the Planet Express crew continuing to bumble their way through the galaxy, with the latest outing proving as hilariously entertaining as always. Canceled more times in its 27-year history than Fry’s had-hot pizzas, Futurama’s…

Following the leak of the tech and a raft of unofficial mods, this week saw Nvidia’s official launch of DLSS 5, with the company showing it off in NBA 2K27 at Gamescom 2026 and providing some further illuminating details. Before, after Nvidia’s initial DLSS 5 reveal in March, I was skeptical on some points, but…

Afterworld is a new strategy game by Paradox Interactive It tasks the player with building and managing a post-apocalyptic society Director Dan Lind says the studio won’t “judge the player” for any terrible choices Upcoming grand strategy game Afterworld is all about building your own society in a post-apocalyptic North America, and, like other games…

Man City vs Coventry: Saturday, September 5 at 3pm BST / 10am ET / 12am AEST (September 5) Streams: USA Network via Fubo (US) Outside the UK? Use NordVPN to unblock your streaming account Watch Man City vs Coventry in the Premier League 2026/27 season, as Enzo Maresca looks to maintain his 100 per cent…

Nottm Forest vs Tottenham kick-off: Sat, Sep 5 at 10am ET / 3pm BST / 12am AEST (Sun) Streams: Peacock (US) / Stan Sport (AUS) Unlock your stream with NordVPN (save 75%) The Nottm Forest vs Tottenham live streams from the City Ground involve two teams still searching for a first Premier League win of…

I saw a lot of fun things at IFA 2026, but among the many halls full of tech, one experience has stuck with me the most. It was the Strutt ev1c personal mobility vehicle, which basically mashes up tech from robot vacuums and self-driving cars to create a wheelchair/mobility scooter that can take you from…

The Romo 2 Series is drone brand DJI’s second-gen robot vacuum Available in transparent (P2) and non-transparent A2) versions Following Romo’s hacking drama, DJI has added ‘Local Data Mode’, which severs the bot’s internet connection entirely Looks aren’t everything, but in the case of the DJI Romo 2, that seems the logical place to start.…

The Govee Sky Ceiling Light shifts according to time, weather, and mood It prioritizes flicker-free blue light when you want to concentrate It’s Matter-compatible, unlike a recent skylight-style light from Philips Smart lighting company Govee has launched a new smart ceiling light that changes color depending on the time of day, just like a real…

Gemini Audio models power the latest conversational AI in Google Workspace Gmail Live can find information buried inside your emails for you Users can create Docs and Keep notes with just a brain dump Google has finally launched the conversational voice features it previewed earlier this May, allowing users to interact with Workspace apps like…