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Shark Power Detect UV Reveal RV3000 XEUK Review
5+ hour, 45+ min ago (1908+ words) Despite its brilliant range of regular vacuum cleaners, Shark's foray into robot vacuum cleaners has been less successful. With the Shark Power Detect UV Reveal RV3000 XEUK, the company is back, packing the robot with some clever stain detection tech that…...
Sharp Smart Convection Wall Oven with Microwave Drawer (SWB3085 HS) Review
1+ mon, 3+ day ago (1009+ words) A slick, connected wall oven and microwave combo that will appeal to those who love tech and want as much of it injected into their appliances as possible. Even if some parts feel like a gimmick, it cooks well and…...
Plug-in solar is coming soon, but will it be worth it?
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (632+ words) OPINION: The UK government has finally opened the doors to plug-in solar panels in the UK, saying that'they'll be available in shops "within months'. Self-installed, and just requiring a simple 13 A plug socket, will plug-in solar start a revolution and…...
Roborock Saros 20 Review: A powerful and flexible flagship robot
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (282+ words) Starting life on the consumer PC press back in 1998, David has been at the forefront of technology for the past 27 years. He has edited Computer Shopper and Expert Reviews, and once wrote a book on how to build a PC,…...
Are solar panels worth it in the UK?
1+ mon, 4+ week ago (1379+ words) There's been significant growth in solar panel installations, as more of us look for ways to become energy-independent (or at least offset some costs). Having had solar installed recently (check out my'BOXT Solar review'for more details), I've had time to…...
Cheaper solar panels are coming but the Government's Warm Homes Plan doesn't go far enough
3+ mon, 2+ week ago (850+ words) The UK Government has announced its'Warm Homes Plan, designed to tackle fuel poverty and help the nation cut its fuel bills. There are some good things in there, but with electricity prices still high and some limitations based on the…...
I can't believe they've put a full touchscreen on a toaster
3+ mon, 3+ week ago (428+ words) Smart kitchen gadgets are nothing new, but Cuisinart may have just crossed a line most of us didn't see coming. The company has unveiled the Cuisinart Simpli Touch XL Colour Touchscreen 2-Slice Toaster, and yes, it really does have a…...
Hisense's new smart appliance collection includes an AI-powered modular washer-dryer
4+ mon, 5+ day ago (444+ words) Hisense is showing off a wide-ranging slate of new smart home appliances at CES 2026, spanning kitchen, laundry and home comfort, with a heavy focus on AI-driven coordination across devices. At CES 2026, Hisense is expanding its Connect Life smart home platform,…...
Are solar batteries worth it? It depends on how much power you generate
4+ mon, 1+ week ago (502+ words) With the high cost of electricity, solar panels are looking like a savvier investment every day, particularly given lower installation costs and higher panel efficiency than a few years ago. But, what about a battery installation? Is it really worth…...