Technology
eSIM explained: why Apple's move could revolutionise phone plans
New technology means you could sign up to a new plan, or switch, directly from your smartphone with no physical SIM needed.
- by Krishan Sharma
Latest
Home tech
Facebook unveils Oculus Quest, its new virtual-reality headset
Oculus Quest is a cord-free VR headset that will launch next year alongside more than 50 experiences, including a Star Wars series.
- by Michael Liedtke
Games
Shadow of the Tomb Raider review: Croft plays dirty in trilogy's epic end
With a lush jungle setting, gratifying puzzles and plenty of opportunity for muddy murders, this is a familiar but exhilarating Lara Croft adventure.
- by Tim Biggs
Opinion
Social media
Why you need to delete your old social media accounts
At best your old forgotten posts and musings could come back to embarrass you. At worst, they could get you fired or even in trouble with the Russian government.
- by Alice Clarke
Home tech
Old quadraphonic recordings make a comeback on Blu-Ray audio
While the gimmick of four-channel sound never really caught on in the '60s and '70s because of the equipment needed, these days anyone can listen.
- by Rod Easdown
Phones
Nokia 8110 4G review: another retro revival gone wrong
With support for Wi-Fi and 4G but some serious core issues, the new 8110 is both an improvement and a step back compared to last year's revived 3310.
- by Tim Biggs
Web culture
Google introduces new 'Discover' feature as Search turns 20
Discover aims to surface new and relevant content based on your interests, without simply echoing your existing beliefs and opinions.
- by Adam Turner
Apps
Instagram’s co-founders 'step back' from company
The exits add to the challenges facing Instagram's parent company, Facebook.
- by Mike Isaac
eSports
The Renaissance pro gamer: how Ryoo masters multiple esports
Like Jarryd Hayne and Usain Bolt, players with strong fundamentals in esports can sometimes switch from one pro discipline to another. Ryoo is on his fourth.
- by Alex Manisier
Opinion
Blunt Instrument
Sorry Apple, but the sweet smell of 6S is enough for me
I have had a horrible realisation. I don’t need a new iPhone. But it’s worse than that. I don’t need a new phone of any sort.
- by John Birmingham
Home tech
Blue Yeti Nano review: a quality podcasting mic you can take with you
The internet lets anyone become a content creator, so if you want to stand out from the crowd then it's worth aspiring to great audio quality.
- by Adam Turner