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Game review: Project CARS 3 (PC/VR)
Tue, 8th Sep 2020
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Slightly Mad Games, fresh from their sale to Codemasters, bring us the third entry in the Project CARS motor racing franchise.
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Hands-on review: The Nokia 2.3 smartphone
Mon, 7th Sep 2020
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smartphones
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Nokia's latest entry-level phone, the Nokia 2.3, offers a large screen, face unlock, and dual-camera setup for just $219.
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Game review: Pathfinder: Kingmaker – Definitive Edition (Xbox One)
Fri, 4th Sep 2020
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Pathfinder: Kingmaker – Definitive Edition is a long and huge game that will satisfy most people that love RPGs.
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Hands-on review: Sennheiser HD 450 BT headphones
Thu, 3rd Sep 2020
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The 450 BT is a stylish headset that sounds great and has a form of noise cancellation for an affordable price. It doesn’t get better than that.
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Hands-on review: D-Link EXO Smart AX1500 Wi-Fi 6 Router DIR-X1560
Thu, 3rd Sep 2020
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D-Link's EXO Smart AX1500 Wi-Fi 6 router boasts faster network speeds and improved range, making it a worthwhile upgrade for modern homes.
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Game review: EA Sports UFC 4 (Xbox One)
Wed, 2nd Sep 2020
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EA's <em>UFC 4</em> focuses on refining gameplay rather than introducing new features, streamlining the game by removing Ultimate Team mode.
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Game review: PGA Tour 2K21 (PS4)
Tue, 1st Sep 2020
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PGA Tour 2K21 Review: A familiar golf game with intuitive controls and depth for golf enthusiasts. A great option for local co-op. 8.5/10.
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Game review: Battletoads (2020)
Mon, 31st Aug 2020
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New Battletoads game for Xbox One is friendlier, with three difficulty settings and a brighter presentation, but falls short in gameplay variety.
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Hands-on review: The Sony WF-1000XM3 wireless earbuds
Fri, 28th Aug 2020
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Although the WF-1000XM3s came out in 2019, they’re still available for purchase - and there's a good reason why they're so popular.
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BT Security shakes up roster of vendors after 'largest ever' partner review
Fri, 28th Aug 2020
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
BT Security selects McAfee, Palo Alto Networks, and Fortinet as key partners in its new security vendor ecosystem.
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Hands-on review: EPOS Sennheiser Adapt 560 BT ANC enterprise headset
Fri, 28th Aug 2020
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The headset is Microsoft Teams certified, and it performed very well during the remote launch, with voices crisp and clear.
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Game review: XCOM: Chimera Squad (PC)
Fri, 28th Aug 2020
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XCOM: Chimera Squad continues the sci-fi strategy series on Windows PC. It's a character-driven game with a lighter tone. 8.5/10.
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Mafia II Definitive Edition Xbox One review
Thu, 27th Aug 2020
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Whilst we wait for the release of the re-imagining of the original Mafia game, right now, the Mafia II Definitive Edition is available to play.
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Hands-on review: Nanoleaf Hexagons, the lights of the future!
Thu, 27th Aug 2020
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Nanoleaf's new Hexagon light panels offer endless design possibilities and immersive screen mirroring, making them a must-have addition to any household.
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Game review: Brunch Club (Xbox One)
Wed, 26th Aug 2020
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You have to move around food and objects around the kitchen, but sometimes you cannot do simple tasks because other objects keep getting in the way.
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Hands-on review: D-Link Covr-1103 seamless mesh Wi-Fi system
Tue, 25th Aug 2020
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Demand for domestic Wi-Fi has surged as more workers now work from home. D-Link's Covr-1103 mesh system offers a solution.
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Hands-on review: The Nokia 5.3 smartphone
Tue, 25th Aug 2020
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smartphones
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Nokia's latest mobile phones stand out for their build quality, ease of setup, battery life, car connection, camera, and sound quality.
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Game review: Desperados III (Xbox One)
Mon, 24th Aug 2020
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Desperados III surprises with its polished visuals and easy-to-use controls, making it a must-play for fans of real-time strategy games. Verdict: 8.5/10.
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Game review: Destroy All Humans! (PC)
Fri, 21st Aug 2020
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gaming
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THQ re-releases their classic, 15-year-old alien invasion game, Destroy All Humans!, remastered and all polished up for a new audience.
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Hands-on review: TCL QLED Android 55C815 TV
Thu, 20th Aug 2020
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gaming
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digital signage
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Since installing this 55-inch behemoth in our modest living room, I’ve come to appreciate just how hard Dr Ashley Bloomfield and Jacinda have been working.