The Amazon Echo Show 21 is big and beautiful, and it's changed how I control my smart home By Chris Price published 25 February 25 It won't replace your smart TV for serious movie-watching, but it's not intended to.
I tested the Kodak Ektar H35N half-frame film camera – it's cheap, it's crude... and I loved it By Rod Lawton published 11 November 25 Imagine the tech of a disposable film camera, but in a reusable design with a splash of style and a vertical format that gets you double the shots on a roll of film.
I tested the Flashback ONE35 "re-disposable" camera, and it's a novel idea let down by a shoddy app By Jake Tucker published 9 February 25 The retro Camp Snap is a digital compact camera without a screen, and it’s just what you need.
It's far from perfect, but Lomography's cheap Lomourette compact camera is packed with grainy lo-fi analog charm By Chris Rowlands published 3 November 25 A cheap half-frame film camera capable of surprisingly attractive stills, the Lomography Lomourette is a plaything for analog imperfectionists.
I tested the affordable Polaroid Flip for over a week – its unique design and signature prints impress By Lauren Scott published 15 April 25 This point-and-shoot instant camera has a unique flip design, retro charm and all the fun of traditional Polaroid film, with a few of the quirks too
Thermal Master P2 camera review By Alastair Jennings published 11 December 24 Touted as one of the world's smallest thermal cameras, the P2 transforms your smartphone into a fully featured thermal camera.
PolarPro's pricey Peter McKinnon Edition II variable ND filter is pretty much flawless, and does the job of several NDs By Sam Kieldsen published 2 October 25 These brass-framed neutral-density filters can slow down shutter speeds for video motion blur, wide-open aperture shooting and multi-second exposure times.
I tested the Fujifilm X half retro compact, and it's double the fun – I'm still smiling By Timothy Coleman last updated 3 July 25 Fujifilm's X half is a digital reimagining of the half frame film camera, complete with vertical photos and a unique Film Roll mode.
Pexar Starlight 15.6-inch review: this stunning digital photo frame will make both your photos and your living room glow By Josh Russell published 15 November 25 The Pexar digital photo frame has become one of my personal faves, thanks to its gorgeous build and innovative lighting.
Thermal Master P3 thermal camera review By Mark Pickavance published 17 August 25 The Thermal Master P3 is a thermal camera that connects to a phone or PC using USB.
Pexar 11-inch Digital Picture Frame review: bright, brilliant and well priced By Josh Russell published 18 November 24 The Pexar 11-inch Digital Picture Frame is bright, colorful, and has a higher pixel density than frames costing twice the price.
Sony’s super wide-angle 16mm F1.8 prime shoots fast and travels light, but relies on distortion correction By Chris Rowlands published 11 March 25 Shoot wide views and blurred backgrounds with this tidy prime
Lomo’Instant Wide Glass review: is it really the sharpest instant camera ever? By Beth Nicholls published 22 November 24 The Lomo’Instant Wide Glass is super-sharp for landscapes, but prepare to waste some film getting to grips with its zone-focusing modes.
I tested the Poly Studio R30 - an affordable conferencing option for small rooms By Dave Mitchell published 13 May 25 An affordable option for small rooms with good image quality and smart tracking and framing features.
Alice Camera review: reinventing the camera for the smartphone age By Rashid Ahmad published 23 November 24 Not like any camera you've ever used before
I tested Agfaphoto's low-cost DJI Pocket 3 rival – here's how it stacks up for vlogging By Rod Lawton published 6 August 25 The Realimove MC3X is a no-fuss, easy-to-use gimbal camera that works well
I took the awesome Dwarf III smart telescope on vacation and captured some of my favorite space photos ever By Marc McLaren published 8 November 25 The DwarfLabs Dwarf III is a mini marvel: small and light enough to take in airline carry-on luggage but capable of seriously impressive astrophotography.
Ricoh GR IIIx HDF review: a street shooter with a dreamy diffusion filter By Chris Rowlands published 7 October 24 The Ricoh GR IIIx HDF swaps out the ND filter for a dreamy highlight diffusion filter, but is otherwise practically identical to the GR IIIx
I used the PolarPro Quartzline ND filter set and it added a whole new facet to my landscape photography toolkit By Sam Kieldsen published 25 June 25 These brass-framed neutral density filters can slow down shutter speeds for video motion blur, wide-open aperture shooting and multi-second exposure times.
Goovis Art (A1) 3D Head Mounted Display review By Alastair Jennings published 7 December 24 Ultra-lightweight headset display with impressive visuals and open design
I tested Camp Snap’s retro video camera – and it’s a cut-price portal to a simpler time By Sam Kieldsen published 9 August 25 Camp Snap has followed up its cult point-and-shoot stills snapper with a similarly stripped-back, nostalgia-fuelled camcorder channelling the spirit of 1960s 8mm analogue technology.
I tested Viltrox’s low-cost 50mm prime, and it's high time we started talking about Chinese lenses By Timothy Coleman published 18 June 25 Viltrox's 50mm f/2 Air is tiny, light, and delivers performance that belies its price – it's a true nifty fifty for enthusiasts seeking their first prime for mirrrorless.
This tiny sensor will turn your Philips Hue lights into a home security system – and it's cheap too By Cat Ellis published 27 June 25 This affordable little device does double duty by controlling your smart lights hands-free and offering peace of mind while you're out.
Eptusmey 10.1-inch WiFi Digital Photo Frame review: impressively precise for its affordable price By Josh Russell published 26 October 25 I’ve tested loads of digital photo frames – and even I was impressed with how this one performed, given its super-low price.
The DJI Osmo Nano delivers all the pro features I actually need in an action camera, without the gimmicks By Lauren Scott published 23 September 25 DJI's new Osmo Nano is a tiny modular action camera that's big on quality, with stabilized 4K video and 10-bit color depth. It's less intuitive than Insta360's Go Ultra, but costs way less.
RayNeo Air 2s extended reality glasses review By Alastair Jennings published 12 December 24 Budget-friendly Extended Reality glasses that give you a virtual 201in screen no matter where you are.
Leica Q3 43 review: a stunning premium compact with a unique focal length By Chris Rowlands published 29 October 24 Leica gives its stunning premium compact a fast, sharp 43mm prime lens with a uniquely natural perspective that’s perfect for portraits, street and travel photography.
I tested the new Insta360 X4 Air action camera, and now I’m addicted to 360 video By Peter Fenech published 28 October 25 The new Insta360 X4 Air has many of the great features of the X4 and X5 360 degree cameras, squeezed into a more portable package.
I tested Kodak's cheap and cheerful PixPro C1 compact camera – it was like going back in time, and not in a good way By Rod Lawton published 5 November 25 Kodak's PixPro C1 looks great and costs just $99 / £79 – but I'm still not sure I'd buy one
Formovie Cinema Edge review: a compact 4K projector that gives you big pictures on a budget By Mark Knapp published 4 December 24 The Formovie Cinema Edge is one of the cheapest UST projectors you can buy, and its picture quality and convenience go beyond other budget 4K projector options.