Features Archive | August 2025

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August 31st
- Two weeks into using this premium travel gadget, I still don't get it
- Can this credit-card sized device take the pain out of meetings?
- Amazon Prime Video in September 2025: The 5 new additions you need to know about
- I test watches for a living – here are 5 dive watches I'd pick over the Rolex Submariner
August 30th
- Netflix in September: The 5 best new shows and movies to catch this month
- This robot mower prepared an entire championship golf course – here’s what the team behind it had to say
- Your air fryer could be toxic – here’s how to tell if it is or not
August 29th
- A Week on the Wrist with the King Seiko KS1969 – Seiko's middle child gets the best of both worlds
- 3 best Lego sets that you can build with your kids
August 28th
- This steel Patek Philippe could become a record breaker (again) – and it was born during World War II
- 3 signs your smart home setup is stuck in the past – and how to fix it
- Is a Chromebook good enough for school or college? Our expert picks 3 options for all budgets
- A Week on the Wrist with the Christopher Ward The Twelve 660 – sports chic meets classy dress for the ultimate office watch
- 3 crazy game controllers that make you double take
August 27th
- I might've found 2026's best phone already – in Google's brand new Pixel
- I was completely blindsided by one thing in this slick Switch 2 game upgrade
- 3 best PS5 RPGs that aren't Cyberpunk 2077
August 25th
- I took the YETI Roadie 24 2.0 on a week-long road trip, and here’s why I’d pick it over a fridge
- I've tested 5 top Switch 2 cases – here's the best and why
- Expert reveals the best month to lay down grass seed – and it's a lot sooner than you'd think
- Vivobarefoot's Primus Trail Flow is the only 'barefoot' shoe I'd recommend for trail running – here's why
August 24th
- Want to buy fancy bookshelf speakers? These are the best 3 for all budgets
- I'm finally back on my PS5 Pro thanks to this surprising multiplayer game
- Your smart security camera might be in the wrong spot – here are 3 locations it should be instead
- I have the free version of the Ring app but I'm upgrading for this reason
August 23rd
- I just swapped my Galaxy S25 Ultra for a Pixel 10 Pro XL – here's how it's going
- TikTok’s latest sleep hack involves drinking lettuce water – but does it actually work?
August 22nd
- I'm always travelling for work – here are 5 tech essentials I never leave at home
- When should you actually take electrolytes? Here’s what an expert says
- 3 Lego Star Wars sets that are better builds than the Millennium Falcon
August 21st
- Autumn hiking is better: 5 things you’ll only experience in fall
- Philips Hue’s new Bridge is coming – here are 5 things I'd love to see improve
August 20th
- Love Nintendo? Love retro gaming? You need this Switch 2 arcade machine
- Pixel Watch 4 makes smartwatches repairable – will Apple and Samsung follow?
- I tested the new Xbox console at Gamescom – now I want it more than anything
- 5 tips to transition from summer to autumn camping, according to an outdoor expert
- I work from home three times a week – here's 5 things I always have on my desk
- 3 games that shine on the Steam Deck
August 19th
- I commute to work – here are 7 essentials that make the journey easier
- 5 men's fragrances I'd buy if my collection was wiped out tomorrow – including Tom Ford, Jean Paul Gaultier and Acqua di Parma
- 3 best Xbox games on Game Pass that I'd happily have paid full price for
August 18th
- Cossack squats: the underrated lower body exercise that boosts strength and mobility all-in-one
- I tested Gabar No. V (Ludlow) Lull – a men's fragrance with real character
- 6 ways to use smart home gadgets when WFH
August 17th
- Ditching smart speakers for bookshelf speakers has transformed my music listening
- You might have missed this Switch 2 game – it's a retro delight
August 16th
- I just finished my favourite Switch 2 game yet – I didn't expect to love it
- If you need a robot lawn mower that handles slopes, this is the one I'd buy
- It's too hot to cook, but here are 5 ways to cook in the heatwave
August 15th
- Feeling hot? 10 do's and don'ts for sleeping in the UK heatwave
- Starting a smart home? I'm an expert and these are the 3 best places to keep your hub
- Shoot in the dark with your Samsung Galaxy – 5 quick Nightography tips
- I tested Eauso Vert Fruto Oscuro – you've never had a fragrance like this before
- I still can't believe that I like this streaming platform so much – it's a dark horse
- I test monitors for a living – these 3 WFH picks are ideal for students too
August 14th
- Want a soundbar with spatial audio? These are the 3 best options right now
- 5 row variations to sculpt a stronger back and their unique benefits
- I flew the Insta360-spinoff Antigravity A1, and it might change how we think about beginner drones
- I’m a fan expert – these are 3 fan launches from 2025 worth your time and money
- Working from home as a student? 3 essential WFH items for a perfect setup
- 5 British watch brands you don't know about – but you should
- Ditch the wire! 7 features you should look for in a robot lawn mower
August 13th
- I tested this five-star speaker from a lesser-known brand, and it shocked me
- Dear Apple, Amazon, et al, we have a streaming problem that needs fixing – and Netflix sets the perfect example
- I’m a smart home expert – here are 3 outdoor smart lights you’ll actually love
- I keep coming back to this portable speaker – it's the most convenient around
- Running in the heat: 3 expert tips to keep you cool (and safe)
- 6 best floral fragrances for men 2025: bright, sweet scents from Tom Ford, YSL and more
- Want to transcribe your lectures with AI? These 3 phones do it best
- This is the one spot you should never keep your beard trimmer, according to an expert
- Mark Zuckerberg claims to have an AI which is making itself smarter, and I'm scared
- Smart home hubs: what are they and how do they work?
August 12th
- Sphinx push-ups: the underrated bodyweight exercise to sculpt bigger arms
- I tested Better World Fragrance House Summer Mink – Drake flexes his olfactory muscle with this creamy bottle
- 3 reasons why I'm trading full-size fragrance bottles for miniatures
- I survived a festival using only Klarna – here are 3 things I learnt
- Round faces suit longer beards – what beard style suits your face, according to shaving experts
- 3 of the best luxury roof tents for higher quality camping
- What exactly is cold brew coffee and how can you make it at home?
- I wore my Detrash for an open-water swim – it proved my point about dive watches
- I ditched my laptop for an iPad – here's why it's a great solution for students
August 11th
- A month on, I still can't get over this Nothing Headphone (1) detail
- Apple's multi-room sound trick – this iPhone feature is a game-changer
- Homeowners urged to avoid costly mistake as heatwave hits, warns outdoor expert
- 7 reasons why you need a Ring app subscription
August 10th
- Why the pyramid walking method is your best option to get in Shape this Summer
August 9th
- Non-stim pre-workout: how does it work and is it safe to use daily
- I tried napping everyday for a week – and it was the worst idea I’ve ever had
- I always thought Patagonia’s Yvon Chouinard did more for the planet than The North Face’s Doug Tompkins – I was wrong
August 8th
- You're using your microwave wrong – 5 mistakes you’re making that ruin your meals and appliance
August 7th
- Pistachio appliances are everywhere right now – here are 5 of my favourites
- 3 graphically stunning PS5 games that define a generation
August 6th
- Amazon Prime Video in August 2025: highlights you can't miss
- 5 common treadmill mistakes that are slowing your running progress
- 9 dorm‑safe camping gadgets that pull double duty on outdoor adventures
August 5th
- 9 best minty fragrances for men 2025: fresh, cooling scents from Versace, Guerlain, Montblanc and more
- Netflix in August 2025: five shows and movies you need to know about
- What is King Seiko? Everything you need to know about Seiko's middle child
- "Samsung’s got your back”: inside the brand’s bold wearable health vision
August 4th
- September is going to be a huge month for new cars: here’s what to expect
- 3 obscure Paramount Plus shows you never knew existed
- My new Casio G-Shock arrived frozen in a block of ice – and it still works!
- Running to class? This is the kit every uni student needs
August 3rd
- 7 reasons why MacOS is even better if you have an iPhone
- I swapped my daily 5K run for a 7-minute rebounder workout – here’s what happened
August 2nd
- This small accessory is a game changer for lectures, meetings or important calls
- I tried the Vollebak Full Metal Jacket – it's the future of outerwear and I get the hype entirely
- 5 houseplants to keep your home cool during the UK heatwaves
August 1st
- Back to Class 2025: returning to school, university or work never looked so good
- 3 signs it may be time to change your workouts