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Hands-on Review: APC Smart-UPS 1500 VA - vital file protection
Gaming

Hands-on Review: APC Smart-UPS 1500 VA - vital file protection

The 1500VA comes packed with features, making it a device that is hard to live without for SMBs or savvy consumers.

By Owen McCarthy • 2 min read • Tue, 22nd Nov 2016
Review: Watch Dogs 2 is better than the first video game
Gaming

Review: Watch Dogs 2 is better than the first video game

Ubisoft has released Watch Dogs 2 this year and it's a big improvement on the first game that came out two and a half years ago.

By Damian Seeto • 4 min read • Mon, 21st Nov 2016
Film Review: Bad Santa 2 - lewd & crude heist antics bring mayhem to Chicago
Gaming

Film Review: Bad Santa 2 - lewd & crude heist antics bring mayhem to Chicago

Boozed, lewd and crude: Billy Bob Thornton and team are back for the second instalment in the Bad Santa franchise.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 21st Nov 2016
Review: Dragon Quest Builders is a fun Minecraft clone
Gaming

Review: Dragon Quest Builders is a fun Minecraft clone

There are many Minecraft-like clones out there. Some are good, some are bad. Dragon Quest Builders is thankfully part of the good clones.

By Damian Seeto • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Nov 2016
Hands-on Review: Strike Universal Phone Cradle
Gaming

Hands-on Review: Strike Universal Phone Cradle

Strike's Universal Phone Cradle review: An ingeniously simple solution keeping drivers safe and legal on the road with a handy, sturdy mount.

By Patrick Pilcher • 3 min read • Tue, 15th Nov 2016
Hands-on Review: Rapoo V720 mechanical gaming keyboard
Gaming

Hands-on Review: Rapoo V720 mechanical gaming keyboard

Depending on your desk space and preference, this could be a keyboard for you. Give it a shot! You might just be on to a winner.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 15th Nov 2016
AOC introduces the AG271QG - the newest weapon in the AGON arsenal
Gaming

AOC introduces the AG271QG - the newest weapon in the AGON arsenal

The AG271QG is a fantastic monitor, a testament to the quality work at AOC and a secret weapon for any gamer that uses it.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Mon, 14th Nov 2016
Hands-on Review: STM Prime 13' laptop backpack
Gaming

Hands-on Review: STM Prime 13' laptop backpack

STM Prime's 13' laptop backpack strikes the perfect balance for the savvy traveller - secure, stylish, and comfortably adaptable.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Mon, 14th Nov 2016
Review: Get your groove on and exercise with Just Dance 2017
Gaming

Review: Get your groove on and exercise with Just Dance 2017

The Just Dance series has been going on since 2009 and the franchise is still going strong. This year sees the release of Just Dance 2017.

By Damian Seeto • 4 min read • Fri, 11th Nov 2016
Hitman season one draws to a close
Gaming

Hitman season one draws to a close

The latest Hitman game's episodic first season draws to a close with the release of the Japan-set sixth episode, Situs Inversus.

By Darren Price • 3 min read • Thu, 10th Nov 2016
Hands-on Review: APC M5 Mobile Power Pack - keep gadgets chugging
Gaming

Hands-on Review: APC M5 Mobile Power Pack - keep gadgets chugging

APC's M5 does one job and it does it brilliantly. If you want to spend time away from a wall socket, the M5 is definitely worth a look.

By Patrick Pilcher • 3 min read • Wed, 9th Nov 2016
Hands-on Review: Philips Sonicare DiamondClean electric toothbrush
Gaming

Hands-on Review: Philips Sonicare DiamondClean electric toothbrush

I went teeth-on to try out the Philips Sonicare DiamondClean electric toothbrush. After using it, it felt like a full clean from the dentist.

By Patrick Pilcher • 3 min read • Mon, 7th Nov 2016
Review: Save the DBZ timeline with Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2
Gaming

Review: Save the DBZ timeline with Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2

Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 is the sequel to the popular Xenoverse. It expands on the original game adding tons of new characters and scenarios.

By Damian Seeto • 4 min read • Fri, 4th Nov 2016

Stories from Other Regions

Heavy metal action with Titanfall 2
Gaming

Heavy metal action with Titanfall 2

Titanfall 2 blasts beyond its predecessor with a riveting 6-hour campaign and enthralling multiplayer action, a mech marvel not to miss.

By Darren Price • 5 min read • Sat, 12th Nov 2016
Film review: The Sunset Song – a story of a woman's sheer grit
Gaming

Film review: The Sunset Song – a story of a woman's sheer grit

The simple fact that my girlfriend and I were talking about the film and comparing notes the whole way home says a lot about its integrity.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Tue, 8th Nov 2016
Film review: Trolls - a fun combination of candyfloss hair, colours and chatter
Gaming

Film review: Trolls - a fun combination of candyfloss hair, colours and chatter

Candyfloss, colours and chatter were everywhere you looked – and that was just in the foyer. And just quietly, I did indeed find my happy place.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 8th Nov 2016
Hands-on Review: Dell 2.1 Speaker System AE415
Gaming

Hands-on Review: Dell 2.1 Speaker System AE415

A mighty sound system for your desktop or just an adequate solution? Darren Price checks out the Dell 2.1 Speaker System AE415.

By Darren Price • 3 min read • Mon, 7th Nov 2016
Hands-on Review: Dino the Cognisaurus - this is the reptile you're looking for
Gaming

Hands-on Review: Dino the Cognisaurus - this is the reptile you're looking for

Dino the Cognisaurus utilises IBM Watson AI to create an interactive, engaging toy experience for kids, balancing fun and education for GBP £199.

By Patrick Pilcher • 3 min read • Fri, 4th Nov 2016