The huge demand for the NES Classic and SNES Classic consoles proves that people are keen to play old games again, but there are still plenty of classic consoles that haven’t had modern updates yet. If you don’t mind skirting into a legal grey area you can always track down emulators or third-party retro consoles, but for the really authentic experience you’ll want to buy the originals. So whether your idea of retro means the Gamecube and PS2, or goes way back to the Atari or Commodore 64, we showcase a number of websites and shops that provide an easy, simple way to buy retro games in the UK....

In order to set up using a local account instead, you’ll need to use Windows 11 Pro instead. That’s according to our sister site PCWorld, which cites a source close to the company. Microsoft is offering a free update from Windows 10 to Windows 11, but only from the corresponding version. In order to access local account setup, you’ll need to upgrade your existing PC from Windows 10 Home to Pro....

It performs rather like an entry-level gaming system too. With a 3.4 GHz Intel Core i5-4670 quad-core processor at the helm and an AMD Radeon R7 265 graphics card, you know some games are bound to find their way on to the Wired2Fire Diablo Reactor. In our graphics tests, this PC held its own against the competition, turning in fast framerates similar to Chillblast’s Fusion Pharaoh; but costing a whopping £130 less....

It’s no surprise that these earphones were on the menu for the launch event, considering Xiaomi tweeted about them a couple of days ago asking who couldn’t wait for them while mentioning the full name in a hashtag. Well as the slightly long name suggests, the Mi True Wireless Earphones 2 Basic are a more simplified version of the flagship headphones. Despite their low price tag of £49, they offer ‘environmental noise cancellation’ by way of dual-mics, meaning they can “filter background noise and ensure crystal clear sound quality for phone calls and music playback....

Highlights in its spec include a similarly huge 5500mAh battery that can charge up to 71% in an hour over Quick Charge 3.0. There’s also a new dual-camera (12Mp + 5Mp) with dual-pixel autofocus and 1.4um large pixels, while the front camera supports AI Face Unlock. Powering the show is the Snapdragon 636, a 14nm chip from Qualcomm that promises improved performance and efficiency. Xiaomi Mi Max 3 Price & Availability You won’t be able to buy the Mi Max 3 direct from Xiaomi in the UK, but you will be able to pick it up from a Chinese importer such as GearBest or Geekbuying....

Not as revolutionary as the bezel-less Mi Mix with which it shared its launch event, and with much in common with the now discontinued Galaxy Note 7 in terms of its design, the Mi Note 2 has in the most part been wrongly overlooked by the technology media. That’s a real shame, because this is a really nice phone and, leaving aside its ‘only’ full-HD but still brilliant flexible OLED panel, a true competitor to better known flagships....

The watch was originally announced at the tail end of 2020 but finally saw a release in March 2021. When did the Xiaomi Mi Watch Lite launch? The Watch Lite appeared on Xiaomi’s global site back in December last year, with little fanfare at the time and no formal release date. In markets, including the UK, it now looks as though the Lite was destined to launch alongside the standard Mi Watch and as part of the regional release of the company’s flagship phone – the Mi 11, all of which landed on 16 March....

The interface is pretty old-school, with simple panels and icons, but is none the worse for that; at least you can find you way around easily. Most of the facilities in the software require only switches to turn them on or off, though some have to be separately installed or activated. The program can be left largely to its own devices, giving good protection straight out of the box. A Privacy Toolbar, which prevents online tracking and throws up any privacy risks in Facebook, can be added to Internet Explorer, prior to version 10, and to Firefox, but not currently to Chrome....

From framing to camera modes, there are many ways to turn a very average snap into something that looks like it was shot by a pro. Whether you’re taking photos of your Christmas tree, a snowy scene at the park or your family wearing matching Christmas jumpers as they tuck into Turkey on the big day, these dozen tips should help enormously. So, without further ado, here’s how to get the most out of your iPhone’s camera this Christmas, including some tips and tricks from Tech Advisor’s resident pro photographer, Dominik Tomaszewski....

We take a look at how these premium hybrids compare, and help you decide which one is most worthy of your money. For more options you’ll also want to check out our guide to the best hybrid laptop/tablets on the market at the moment. How do the designs and features compare between the Surface Pro and Galaxy Book? The Surface Pro is the 2017 update to the popular Surface Pro 4....

Game of Thrones While many fans were left unsatisfied with the finale, Game of Thrones is nothing short of landmark television. Boasting a budget that would shame many movies, the show follows the fortunes of the Starks, Lannisters and Targaryens as the ruthlessly circle the Iron Throne in Kings Landing. Devilish court intrigue, epic battles, and heart-stopping moments like the infamous Rains of Castamere make it one of the cultural events of the past decade....

Similar machines press the buttons repeatedly, an accelerated way of seeing if they still work after thousands upon thousands of pushes. Drop it Everyone’s favourite test to watch, unless you have mechanical sympathy. This machine drops phones from 1.4m onto a hard marble floor. All six sides are tested: edges, plus front and back. A slo-mo camera records each drop at 5000fps so engineers can see any potential problems if a device fails the test....

The M220 is the first of Acer’s Liquid range to run Microsoft’s Windows Phone operating system. It’s not the firm’s first Windows Phone handset but it is the first to run Windows Phone 8.1. Potential buyers will be pleased to know that it will be upgraded to Windows 10 when it launches later this year. That’s good news but there’s little else positive to say about the Liquid M220. The price, however, is very attractive at just 79 Euros so this will be one of the cheapest smartphones around and will arrive in April....

Half tablet half smart speaker, the Show is more powerful than the first generation and boasts an updated design. The new Echo Show goes on sale 11 October. The Echo Show 2 costs £219.99/$229.99, a slight increase on the £199 original. It’s all change for the new Echo Show. It has a 10in HD screen, 3in larger and better than the original version. The design is more attractive with a fabric casing similar to the materials found on the HomePod and Google Home....

And the short answer is yes. Yes, it is a great idea to get an Echo Show. As well as all the usual spoken Alexa stuff, a screen means you can do even more, from seeing information at a glance (think timers, outdoor temperature, time & date) to watching the news headlines to bringing up the video feed from your doorbell or security cameras. Echo Show 8: Price & availability That’s such a good deal that even if you order one right now, you won’t get it for a while as it’s out of stock....

You will also be able to schedule a device to turn on and off at a certain time and also control devices when you’re away from home via the Alexa app. Take a look at our round-up of the best Smart Plugs for 2018. Built for ease of use and a fast set up, you’ll just have to plug the device in and use the Alexa app to get it up and running in a few minutes....

It’s difficult and expensive to get lights to come on when you come into room or keep an eye on the driveway without going out side? Well Archos aims to make this easy with a kit of smart gadgets to place around your home. The objects, as the firm calls them, are small, discrete and easy to setup. Simply stick the base to the wall or ceiling, then attach the device....

Most importantly for those in the UK, Asus has confirmed that the ROG Phone 5 will be available in Britain later this year after not stocking 2020’s ROG Phone 3 or ZenFone 7, although the same can’t be said for the upgraded models – but more on that later. Sporting an updated design, the ROG Phone 5 boasts noticeably thinner bezels than its predecessor without compromising on the front-facing stereo speaker setup favoured by many mobile gamers....

But, is that enough to justify the £149.99 price tag? I’ve spent a lot of time gaming and listening to music with the ROG Strix Go 2.4, and here’s what I think. Design: A comfortable, compact headset When it comes to headset design, there are two avenues to go down: simplistic, or garishly over-the-top, and when it comes to the ROG Strix Go 2.4, thankfully, Asus opted for the former....

There were two new models announced at Computex 2018 in Teipei – the Strix Hero II aimed at MOBA gamers and the Strix Scar II which is tailored to those playing FPS games. We’re using ‘2’ instead of ‘II’ for ease. You can also check out our Asus ROG Phone review, a new Razer Phone rival, and Asus ZenBook Pro 15 review with its innovative ScreenPad second display. Price & Availability This makes choosing a lot easier than the Razer Blade 15 which comes in a lot more skus....