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THE CONNOISSEUR'S PHONE

If you're a photo-taking purist or someone who holds wired audio in high regard, the Xperia 1 VI speaks your language.

ENTRY LEVEL AUDIOPHILE

Right out of the box, the HD 505 presents a familiar yet refined design that borrows cues from its siblings. The earcups sport a robust metal mesh grille reminiscent of the HD 560S, while the plush synthetic leather headband echoes the comfort found in the HD 599.

THE BEST COMBO YET?

As an existing owner of the original Sonos Arc paired with a Sub 3 and two One SL surround speakers, I was curious: How much better is the new Arc Ultra and Sub 4 combo? And is it worth upgrading from the older Arc?

Mac Buyer's Guide: Which Apple Mac Should You Buy?

With the release of the new Mac Pro in 2023, Apple completed the transition of its Macs from Intel processors to its custom-designed M-series silicon.

THE DEEPFAKE DETECTOR

If you're looking for a relatively affordable 2025 flagship powered by Snapdragon, the Honor Magic7 Pro is an easy choice. Its unique deepfake detection and improved AI features make it stand out, though a few quirks may not suit everyone.

CIVILIZATION VII IS SHAPING UP TO BE A STANDOUT ENTRY IN THE SERIES

Unlike some of the more convoluted systems in earlier Civ titles, Civilization VII offers a series of clear, well-organised tutorials that guide new players through the early game.

Exciting Bite-Sized Encounters Tech On HWZ TikTok!

SKIP THE FAKE MARKETING PARADED BY INFLUENCERS AND MAMBO-JUMBO FROM BRANDS

THE COMEBACK KING

The Find X8 Pro embodies the core of the Find X experience with features inspired by Apple's iPhones yet retaining its unique OPPO identity. Long-time fans will recognise the physical Alert Slider with its three modes (ring, vibrate, and silent).

GOING BEYOND ULTRA

This year's Galaxy S25 Ultra has massive shoes to fill, and from what we've seen, it does a pretty stellar job of balancing privilege with the responsibility that comes with its premium price tag.

BUDGETFRIENDLY SPATIAL AUDIO

Creative's Zen Hybrid SXFI headphones bring an affordable yet feature-packed option to the market, blending solid performance with innovative technology.

ULTIMATE KEYBOARD?

The ROG Azoth Extreme is a statement piece for anyone serious about gaming or mechanical keyboards.

60 DAYS WITH THE PLAYSTATION 5 PRO

I unboxed the PlayStation 5 Pro with a mix of excitement and scepticism.

2024 FLAGSHIP SMARTPHONE CAMERA SHOWDOWN

Smartphone cameras are getting outrageously good these days.

LEARN

Having a data backup strategy is simply good cybersecurity practice.

ON THE CUTTING EDGE

The Keychron Q1 HE might look like just another addition to the already packed mechanical keyboard market, but there's something a bit special about this one.

About Singaporeans, iPhones, and the Find X8 Pro's return:

OPPO's tell-all interview with its top executives

Best eSIM Roaming

Data Plans For Trips To China, Japan, South Korea, And Taiwan

Everything You Need To Know About OPPO ColorOS 15

REINVENTING COLOROS 15 For many Android-based phone brands, a reskinned operating system is just a reinterpretation of their design choices and brand image. Sometimes, proprietary features make things more convenient than stock Android, but the rest is a repackaging.

5 Steps To Ensure Your Computer Security

FOR MANY YEARS, HAVING ANTIVIRUS INSTALLED on your PC was all that was needed to keep you safe from cyberattackers. And where Macs used to be the \"safe\" alternative is unfortunately no longer true.

MEANINGFUL REFINEMENT

Now I’ve been reviewing smartwatches and activity trackers for a long time, and the Watch GT 5 Pro is the first watch to actually get attention from my wife, complimenting its looks in the way of a classy wristwatch.

BIGGER DISPLAY, BUT WHAT ELSE?

My initial impression of the Pixel Watch 2 was that it felt like a round Fitbit Sense 2 running Wear OS. The tradeoff was losing iOS compatibility while still facing Fitbit’s paywall for advanced app features.

AMBITIOUS.FEATURE-RICH.OVERLOADED

The Amazfit Balance is designed to compete with Fitbit, Garmin, and Huawei devices, while maintaining independence by being compatible with both iOS and Android. Priced at $352, and often discounted below $300, it's a value-packed option.

It's Upgrade Time

As the tenth anniversary of the Apple Watch approached, rumours about a revolutionary device with a dramatic design change swirled-the Apple Watch X. But as it turns out, we got the Apple Watch Series 10 instead.

Ryzen AI Enters The Fray

This review covers the flagship processor in the lineup, the Ryzen AI 9 HX 370, which features a powerful 12-core, 24-thread configuration, 36MB of cache, and Radeon 890M graphics.

Intel Core Ultra 2 Shines

With a week of hands-on experience with the ASUS Zenbook S 14 powered by Intel's Core Ultra 7 258V, it's clear that Intel has created a chip that's a serious contender in the ultraportable space.

Smaller, Lighter, Smarter

When it comes to second-generation products, you expect improvements, and the Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 certainly delivers.

AN ATMOSPHERIC ATTEMPT

Taking on a remake of Konami's classic Silent Hill 2 was always going to be a daunting task. Enter Bloober Team, the studio behind other psychological horror titles like The Medium and Blair Witch. While those were solid efforts in their own right, Silent Hill holds a special place in the hearts of horror fans, and any attempt to update it was bound to be scrutinized.

BASIC, BUT COMPETENT

Following the success of the Nothing Phone (2) and Nothing Phone (2a), the company launched its sub-brand, CMF by Nothing, aimed squarely at the budget-conscious.

LENOVO YOGA SLIM 7X

The Lenovo Yoga Slim 7x stands out in terms of build quality and design. With a thickness of just 12.9mm and weighing a mere 1.28kg, this laptop is incredibly portable.

COMFY, SECURE, AND OPEN

With the Nothing Ear (Open), the company has focused on elevating the open-fit experience with a stylish design, secure fit, and surprisingly solid audio quality.