Articles by Max Slater-Robins

'The next generation won’t replace this one so much as sit on top of it' — Industry analysts say Sony, Microsoft, and Nintendo's 'relentless push for higher-end performance will need to be moderated' to avoid $1000 launch consoles

By Demi Williams Published 8 November 26

Industry analysts have suggested console manufacturers will need to temper their ambitions for next-gen to avoid breaching the $1000 console launch mark.

Consoles used to get cheaper with age — so why are PS5, Xbox, and Switch 2 going the other way? Here's what four industry analysts think about the current console landscape

By Max Slater-Robins Published 6 November 26

Is the era of cheaper consoles over? Why PS5, Xbox, and Switch 2 prices keep rising.

A person fixes a MacBook using one of Apple's Self Service Repair kits on a blue desk mat.

One year after new EU repairability rules came into force, are our smartphones and laptops actually getting easier to repair? Here's what I found out

By Max Slater-Robins Published 1 November 26

Repairability is improving, but there's still plenty to fix

Switching to Apple, Garmin, or Google Fitbit? Here's how to switch fitness trackers without losing your old health and workout data

By Max Slater-Robins Published 25 October 26

Getting a new fitness tracker this year? Here's how to swap your workout data.

Google raised a generation on Chromebooks – now comes the hard part

By Max Slater-Robins Published 24 October 26

Chromebooks are big hits in the classroom - but can new Googlebooks continue that success when students leave their schools?

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Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7: which flip foldable is best?

By Max Slater-Robins Published 11 October 26

We compare the key specs and features of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 and its predecessor, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7.

Laptop bloatware is still a big problem – and Windows 11 needs to step up and sort it out

By Max Slater-Robins Published 30 August 26

Opinion Preinstalled bloatware on our laptops is getting out of hand, but Windows 11 isn't helping.

I'm an Apple Watch die-hard — here are my picks for the 10 best Apple Watch faces of 2026 so far

By Max Slater-Robins Published 16 August 26

Do you prefer analog style, liquid glass or cartoon characters on your watch? These are the 10 best Apple Watch faces of 2026 so far.

Best Data Removal Service of 2026: Expert Reviews, Comparisons, and Real-World Testing

By James Capell last updated 24 July 26

We've tested and reviewed all the best data removal services to help keep your data safe and out of the hands of data brokers online

Framework Laptop 13 Pro top-down view of the internals

The quiet comeback of boring computing: why ports, keyboards, and repairability matter again

By Max Slater-Robins Published 19 July 26

After years of sealed laptops, replaceable parts are finally making a comeback in 2026.

Festival-goers in front of Glastonbury stage, and an Apple Watch

Your smartwatch is an unlikely festival essential, from paying without digging out your phone to finding your way back to your tent — here are 5 key settings to enable

By Max Slater-Robins Published 11 July 26

Your watch can become an unexpected lifeline at a festival: here's how.

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Laptop specs are getting more confusing – here’s what actually matters in 2026

By Max Slater-Robins Published 11 July 26

Looking for a new laptop and sick of all the jargon? We demystify the specifications that really make a difference in 2026.

The battery life indicator on a Microsoft Surface Laptop 13-inch

I'm a tech expert, and believe me: your next laptop’s battery life is about more than just battery size

By Max Slater-Robins Published 7 July 26

When buying a new laptop, you want to make sure it offers good battery life, but that doesn't just mean looking at capacity and manufacturers' claims. Here's what you really need to consider...