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A well-designed evolution of the folding phone that can hold its own in the traditional market

Bell comes with siren in case you feel threatened and ‘Assist Me’ function that allows friends and carers to step in when required

This is €200 cheaper than competitor the Apple Watch Ultra 2, though there are some sacrifices

The case gives you battery life of 18 hours and you can get a two-hour power boost in just 15 minutes

The option of standard Android and simplified user interfaces at a reasonable price widens the market for this phone

The bigger screen is great, as Apple looks to the post-laptop future, but the costs of the device can mount quickly

Anti-clog roller seems to clog up too often, and even the smallest obstacle sends it over the edge

This is like having a mini hairstylist at your beck and call - though it comes at a price

A good replacement for your smartphone when you need a break from the notification noise, but probably not a practical long-term solution

Dashcam that scrimps on some top-end features but keeps what you need most

App-enabled device uses heat to take the aggravation out of bites, but make sure you follow the instructions

There are other sacrifices. The camera is less advanced on the 8a, although the differences are not a dealbreaker

Thinner and with extra screen technology, Apple’s new model may seem expensive but it comes with beefed-up memory and great performance

The sound quality of bone conduction audio products may not meet your standards if you have been using decent in-ear buds

The heater uses a mixture of infrared and convection heating to blast heat into your room

Tech review: Sony brings all its expertise to bear on these impressive noise-cancelling earbuds

This is a ‘point, shoot and hope for the best’ type of camera, with no digital preview elements at all. But what it does, it does well

Filterworld by Kyle Chayka; Code Dependent by Madhumita Murgia

Tech review: The loss of physical recordings is a shame but there are compensations

Get rid of old devices, clean up ones you still use and clear out the crumbs from your keyboard

This latest addition is aimed at the person who wants everything, and it largely succeeds

Tech review: This is easily the most effective robot vacuum cleaner I’ve used but it comes with a hefty pricetag

Tech review: This fuss-free crafting machine is compact enough that it won’t take over your desk

Most of the changes are incremental, but this remains a solid upgrade for older MacBook Air owners or newcomers to the line-up

Tech review: Trust GXT 714 Ruya gaming chair

If you’re new to power washers, the app provides a bit of hand-holding through the process

Disused tech can be repurposed as Chromebooks, security cameras, webcams, digital photo frames and many other things

Open-fit earbuds are perfect for outdoors when cutting yourself off from the outside world is not ideal

With a 140-degree field of vision, the camera captures a lot, and it deals well with a variety of lighting conditions

Tech review: Weenect Tracker XS

This hybrid cleaner does a good job, particularly on hard floors

Everything from photography to search has been boosted by AI, while the flagship model’s battery life is impressive

The Loqed smart lock has a lot to recommend - and its makers emphasise its security features

Be in with a chance to win a Google Pixel 2 smartwatch from Three Ireland

Need something quickly? As the clock ticks down, here are some options

Tech Review: Vodiac VR headset is not only available right now, it can be bought for less than €100

From headphones to recovery gear, there are still some options for Christmas gifts

I want to like this watch. But its unreliable key feature makes that impossible

Tech review: Samsung Buds FE

They come with swappable tips, so you can try each one to get the best fit for your ear