5 top tech reviews of the week: Philips’ bargain, bassy soundbar and the most powerful handheld vacuum you can buy

A triptych image of the Nothing CMF Watch Pro 2, Panasonic Lumix G97 and Sony LinkBuds Speaker
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It's been a busy week at TechRadar's testing labs. From absolutely thrilling home cinema kit to handy home appliances, we’ve had heaps of exciting gadgets landing on our desks. That means we’re perfectly placed to tell which products released over the last seven days most deserve your hard-earned money, and we’ve got some outstanding ones this time around.

First off, we’ve been putting Sony’s latest Bluetooth speaker through its paces – with its compact size, epic battery life, and convenient charging plate; it’s the perfect home audio companion for taking with you from room to room.

On top of that, we’ve been strapping Nothing’s cheap new CMF Watch Pro 2 around our wrists and marveling over its cool design and easy-to-use UI. But we’ve been testing way more this week, so read on to catch up.

1. Sony LinkBuds Speaker review

The Sony LinkBuds Speaker on a shelf beside a bed.

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Reviewed by
Tom Bedford author picture
Reviewed by
Tom Bedford

"While it's not the best-sounding speaker on the market, the Sony LinkBuds Speaker overcompensates with a range of useful features, a stellar battery life and a really useful charging plate included in the box."

Read Tom's full Sony LinkBuds Speaker review

2. CMF Watch Pro 2 review

CMF Watch Pro 2

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Reviewed by
Stephen Warwick Author image
Reviewed by
Stephen Warwick

"The CMF Watch Pro 2 is a brilliant cheap smartwatch. It lacks a couple of key functions though, and isn't without its quirks."

Read Stephen's full CMF Watch Pro 2 review

3. Philips TAB6309 review

Philips TAB6309 soundbar on stand under TV

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Reviewed by
James Davidson
Reviewed by
James Davidson

"The Philips TAB6309 is an affordable soundbar with impressive sound quality. It struggles with Dolby Atmos effects and its supporting app has some issues, but it's tough to argue against for the money."

Read James's full Philips TAB6309 review

4. Dyson Car+Boat review

Person using the Dyson Car+Boat handheld vacuum being used on a sofa

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Reviewed by
Ruth Hamilton
Reviewed by
Ruth Hamilton

"The Dyson Car+Boat is a handheld vacuum with suction and battery life that easily outshine the competition. It's a little bulky for a handheld but it can tackle heavy-duty cleaning tasks, and is a particularly good choice for pet owners."

Read Ruth's full Dyson Car+Boat review

5. Panasonic Lumix G97 review

Panasonic Lumix G97 product shot

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Reviewed by
Rod Lawton
Reviewed by
Rod Lawton

"[There has been] a bit of a renaissance for beginner-level cameras like this, with features that have hardly aged. Even better, a new and competitive price point for the G97 makes it a very appealing camera for novice photographers and vloggers."

Read Rod's full Panasonic Lumix G97 review

Josh Russell
Reviews Editor

Josh is Reviews Editor at TechRadar. With over ten years of experience covering tech both in print and online, he’s served as editor of T3 and net magazines and written about everything from groundbreaking gadgets to innovative Silicon Valley startups. He’s an expert in a wide range of products from Spatial Audio headphones to gaming handhelds. When he’s not putting trailblazing tech through its paces, he can be found making melodic techno or seeking out the perfect cold brew coffee. 

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