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REVIEW: Xiaomi 17 Ultra – They’ve Done it Again Having spent the last year with the Xiaomi 15 Ultra as my daily driver, I’ll admit I wasn’t expecting to be blown away by the Xiaomi 17 Ultra. Incremental upgrades are the norm in smar…

"The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a remarkable piece of hardware that raises the bar in almost every area that matters."

Here's our review of the new Xiaomi 17 Ultra. #Xiaomi17Ultra #xiaomi

REVIEW: Shark WandVac 2.0 Handheld Vacuum Cleaner The Shark WandVac 2.0 Handheld Vacuum Cleaner is designed for quick, targeted cleaning rather than full-room deep cleans. Aimed at busy households and apartment dwellers where space is a premium, …

Here's our review of the Shark WandVac 2.0 Handheld Vacuum. #shark

Samsung unveils Galaxy S26 series & Galaxy Buds4 Earbuds Samsung has officially unveiled its latest flagship smartphone range, the Galaxy S26 series, alongside the new Galaxy Buds4 and Buds4 Pro. The launch, announced on 25 February 2026, introduces thr…

@sumsung.bsky.social unveils Galaxy S26 series & Galaxy Buds4 Earbuds at an official launch event in San Francisco, just days ahead of MWC 2026 in Barcelona. #Samsung #GalaxyS26Ultra #GalaxyBuds4

REVIEW: Mario Tennis Fever When it comes to Mario spin offs, expectations are fairly well set at this stage. These are games designed to bring familiar characters together in a competitive setting, with a light narrative wr…

"Mario Tennis Fever is not a radical reinvention of the series, and doesn't attempt to be either."

Here's our full review of the new Mario Tennis Fever for Nintendo Switch 2. #MarioTennisFever

Google officially launches the new Pixel 10a Google has officially introduced the Pixel 10a, the latest addition to its smartphone lineup. Positioned as the more affordable sibling to the Pixel 10 family, the device arrives with a similar ae…

The new Google Pixel 10a is now official. Read all about it here. #Pixel10a

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OnePlus 15 Launches Nov. 13 with Major Performance and Design Upgrades OnePlus has officially introduced the OnePlus 15, its latest flagship smartphone and one of the first to feature Qualcomm’s new Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor. The company says this model repr…

The new OnePlus 15 arrives Nov. 13th - read all about it here. #OnePlus15

REVIEW: Asus ROG Xbox Ally When Asus and Xbox announced their first handheld gaming collaboration, the ROG Xbox Ally, I was genuinely intrigued. This was my first proper foray into handheld PC gaming and after a few weeks o…

Here's what we thought of the new Asus ROG Xbox Ally. @xbox.com @asusrog.bsky.social #XboxAlly

OPPO announces new Find X9 & Find X9 Pro At an official launch event in Barcelona today, OPPO has announced its latest flagship smartphones, the Find X9 and Find X9 Pro, both of which focus on improving imaging, performance, and battery …

The new OPPO Find X9 & Find X9 Pro have made their global debut in Barcelona earlier today, with much improved camera specs and massive battery upgrades with the Find X9 Pro in particular packing a huge 7500mAh battery! Read all about their key specs in the link below. #OPPOFindX9Series

REVIEW: Google Pixel Watch 4 Google’s Pixel Watch series has always been a showcase for what Wear OS can do, and the Pixel Watch 4 continues that tradition. It does not completely reinvent the formula, but it smooths out the …

"The Google Pixel Watch 4 is not a major leap forward, but it is a confident and polished refinement of what came before."

Here's our review of the new Google Pixel Watch 4. #PixelWatch4

REVIEW: Ghost of Yotei – A Brutal Yet Beautiful Successor Sucker Punch Productions has returned to feudal Japan with Ghost of Yotei, a PlayStation 5 exclusive that aims to build on the foundations laid by the critically acclaimed Ghost of Tsushima. With …

"Atsu’s story is compelling, the combat system is fluid and improvisational, and the world is drenched in atmosphere."

Here's our full review of Sucker Punch's 'Ghost of Yotei', exclusively on PlayStation 5. #ghostofyotei

REVIEW: HONOR Magic V5 Foldable phones used to be all about novelty. An impressive technical trick at first, then a compromise once you lived with them for a few weeks. Having used the HONOR Magic V5  for the last numbe…

"The HONOR Magic V5 feels like a foldable that finally works as an everyday phone without compromise."

Here's our full review of the new HONOR Magic V5. #HONORMagicV5

Google unveils new Pixel 10 series, Pixel Watch 4 and Buds 2a Google has officially taken the wraps off its next-generation Pixel hardware, headlined by the new Pixel 10 smartphone series, a redesigned Pixel Watch 4, and upgraded Pixel Buds 2a earbuds. The l…

The brand new Google Pixel line up has been unveiled with 4 new phones, a new smartwatch and a series earbuds. #MadeByGoogle #Pixel10

ALSO IN FOR REVIEW: The new Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7:
🪟 4.1" external 'Flex Window' (more widgets + apps)
🔋 4300mAh – biggest Flip battery yet
⚙️ Exynos 2500 + Galaxy AI
📸 50MP + 12MP cam w/ HDR10+
🗓 Full review coming soon
#GalaxyZFlip7

IN FOR REVIEW: The brand new HONOR Magic V5:

📱 4.1mm unfolded, 8.8mm folded
💧 IP58/IP59 certified
📺 7.95" OLED LTPO, 5000 nits
⚙️ Snapdragon 8 Elite + 16GB RAM
🔋 5820mAh battery
📸 50MP + 64MP + 50MP rear
🗓 Full review coming soon

#HonorMagicV5

REVIEW: Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Hideo Kojima has long been known for making games that don’t always line up with expectations. He mixes the mental with the profound, and almost always divides opinion. Death Stranding 2: On…

"Death Stranding 2: On the Beach is a sequel that doesn’t shy away from its weirdness — and that’s exactly what makes it memorable."

Here's our review of Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, exclusively on PS5. #DeathStranding2OntheBeach 🎮

REVIEW: OnePlus Pad 3 OnePlus is back with its third-generation tablet — the OnePlus Pad 3 — and I’ve been using it alongside the new Smart Keyboard for the past few weeks as my main work device. From remote meetings t…

"All told, the OnePlus Pad 3 is a confident, well-rounded tablet that makes a strong case for itself as a genuine laptop alternative, especially if you add the Smart Keyboard."

Here is our review of the new OnePlus Pad 3. #OnePlusPad3

OnePlus launches OnePlus Pad 3 OnePlus has officially launched the OnePlus Pad 3, its latest flagship Android tablet. Set to go on sale on 19th June, the Pad 3 aims to be one of the best high-end Android tablets in 2025, with a…

The brand new OnePlus Pad 3 is official. Read all about it here. #OnePlusPad3

We're reviewing Death Stranding 2: On the Beach on PS5 Pro. Let's go! 🎉💥 @playstation.com #DeathStranding2 @hideokojimaen.bsky.kojimaproductions.jp

"DOOM: The Dark Ages is a huge success. It’s a smart and sure-footed step forward for modern DOOM that is, quite simply, great fun."

Here's our review of id Software's DOOM: The Dark Ages. www.theeffect.net/2025/05/27/r... #DOOMTheDarkAges

Samsung Galaxy Edge Officially Unveiled: Here’s Everything You Need to Know Samsung has officially announced the Galaxy Edge, a sleek new addition to its premium smartphone lineup that was first teased during January’s Unpacked event. The device also made an appearance in…

Samsung has just officially unveiled their thinnest Galaxy device yet - The Galaxy Edge, here's everything you need to know. #GalaxyEdge @sumsung.bsky.social

REVIEW: Nothing Phone (3a) If there’s one thing Nothing does well, it’s making noise in a crowded smartphone market — and the Nothing Phone (3a) is no exception. Aimed squarely at the sub-€400 crowd, this latest release con…

"If you’re tired of boring mid-range phones and want something with personality that doesn’t skimp on the basics, the Phone (3a) is well worth a look."

Here's our review of the Nothing Phone (3a). #NothingPhone3a

REVIEW: Assassin’s Creed Shadows (PS5) After years of anticipation and multiple delays, Ubisoft has finally released Assassin’s Creed Shadows, the latest entry in its long-running franchise. Set in feudal Japan, the game offers a…

"It delivers on its promises, setting a new benchmark for open-world stealth-action games and proving that sometimes, delays truly are worth the wait."

Here's our review of Assassin's Creed Shadows. #AssassinsCreedShadows

REVIEW: Sandbox VR Dublin With its arrival into Ireland being teased as far back as 2023, Sandbox VR has finally landed in Dublin, opening its doors on Nassau Street on Thursday, March 27th. As someone who’d describe…

Here's what we thought of the new @sandboxvr.bsky.social experience - opening its doors in Dublin tomorrow! #SandboxVRDublin

The Google Pixel 9a is official – Starting at €559 Google has unveiled the Pixel 9a, the latest addition to its smartphone line-up. Designed as a more affordable alternative to the flagship models, the Pixel 9a retains many of the key features ass…

The brand new Google Pixel 9a is official and arrives in Ireland next month. #Pixel9a

REVIEW: Split Fiction (Xbox Series X) Hazelight Studios has built a reputation as the undisputed champion of co-op gaming, delivering unique and deeply engaging multiplayer experiences. With A Way Out and It Takes Two, director Josef …

"With its expertly crafted puzzles, exhilarating action sequences, and boundless imagination, Split Fiction cements itself as one of the best co-op titles available today."

Here's our review of @hazelightgames.bsky.social latest co-op title, 'Split Fiction'. #splitfiction

REVIEW: Xiaomi 15 Ultra – Mobile Photography Master The Xiaomi 15 Ultra is here, and it’s arguably the brand’s most ambitious smartphone yet. With a focus on top-tier performance, a stunning design, and a camera system that genuinely competes with …

"This is a phone that genuinely makes me want to be a better photographer, due to the sheer amount of versatility and flexibility the camera system offers."

Here's our review of the newly launched Xiaomi 15 Ultra. #xiaomi15ultra

Xiaomi 15 Ultra & Xiaomi 15 make global debut in Barcelona Xiaomi has officially unveiled its latest flagship smartphones, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra and Xiaomi 15, at a global launch event in Barcelona ahead of Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2025. These new device…

The brand new Xiaomi 15 & 15 Ultra have just been unveiled at their global launch in Barcelona. Read all about them here. #Xiaomi15series