The RT-AC87U has many claims to fame, Asus would be keen to tell you, including that it was the first router to offer a 4×4 antenna capability combined with MU-MIMO technology. What does that all mean? We’ll look at performance later but it indicates that the RT-87U should be fast, and very capable in homes with multiple wireless devices connected. However, those devices will need MU-MIMO enabled Wi-Fi radios inside to take advantage of the feature....
Also see: Best Black Friday Smartwatch Deals Asus ZenWatch 2 review: Pricing and availability Asus ZenWatch 2 review: Design and build The Asus ZenWatch 2 is a sleek number and, in our opinion, a huge leap forward from the original ZenWatch. The ZenWatch 2 is made from a durable stainless steel case, and, like many other smartwatches, is now available in two sizes – 1.63in and 1.45in. The all-new ZenWatch 2 is also available in more colours than its predecessor, and fans can choose from either Silver, Gunmetal or Rose Gold....
AVG’s download procedure can also be quite confusing and if you’re not careful you can end up with a trial of the full program, rather than the free version. The new AVG Free includes AVG’s Zen application, which can show you the status of all your devices running the software and handle installation of the software on them. AVG Free is available for PC, Mac and Android, so this management app can be a useful tool....
On the surface, Avira Antivirus Pro offers a lot for just £29.99/$34.99 per year for 5 devices, but it quickly becomes apparent that the word ‘Pro’ is not all it seems. There is a ‘Prime’ version of Avira Antivirus that includes all of the features described within the app itself as ‘Pro’, despite the ‘Pro’ name on the box, which is both confusing and frustrating. The first thing you notice is the approach to installation....
We show you how to protect the Windows Registry in your PC or laptop. How to back up your PC’s Windows Registry, and how to restore the Registry from a backup. Windows, and the programs that run on it, stores a vast amount of critical information in a database called the Registry. This can include the options you set in the Windows control panel; stored user information; and any number of settings and options configured in your applications....
An official Phantom 3 battery costs £124 (US$149), but Banggood’s compatible battery is less than £50. Ok, so only 4p less than £50: you can buy it from Banggood’s site for £49.96 plus shipping from its China warehouse. It’s not currently available from the EU warehouse, which would avoid any import duty and handling fees. Still, it’s a big saving compared to buying an official battery from DJI or one of its partners....
You’ll also like: Most anticipated games, best gaming PCs and best kids apps Plants vs Zombies: Garden Warfare 2 UK release date rumours: When is Plants vs Zombies: Garden Warfare 2 coming out? Plants vs Zombies: Garden Warfare 2 release date: 25 February 2016. PvZ GW2 goes on sale in the UK at midnight tonight, and there are a number of ways you can pre-order the game now and be playing at midnight....
Just like smart thermostats, there’s another race to replace dumb electrics in your home: smart lightbulbs. Belkin is the latest manufacturer on the scene, following Philips and LIFX with their colourful bulbs. The Wemo LED set, however, doesn’t let you choose which colour you want your lighting. Instead it’s meant as a direct replacement for existing 60W incandescent bulbs, or the energy saving fluorescent equivalent. The kit includes two bulbs: you can choose between bayonet or Edison Screw varieties....
You’ll want to install some extra apps in order to watch things such as UK catch-up TV and – because this isn’t an Android tablet – YouTube. If the tablet is for a child, here’s how to enable parental controls on a Fire tablet. There are also plenty of great games you can install including: Candy Crush Saga, Roblox, Real Racing 3, Minecraft and more. If you’re reading this article on your Fire tablet, simply tap the name of the app and it will direct you to the app store to install it....
These extensions bring the offline version of your desired website not only on your PC but also on your phones (or mobile devices). The variety of these applications and extensions are available for almost all your favorite browsers like Chrome, Safari or Firefox. Apps to Read Websites Offline The apps which help to keep up with the stream of news by making them available offline has grown in popularity. Most apps of this sort are not stand alone....
There are a couple of classic repeats you may want to catch on 17 December, then the fresh festive cooking kicks off on 19 December and continues into the new year. Nigella Nigella fans will be distraught to hear that there is no new Nigella Christmas special this year. However, those who can’t handle a Christmas minus Nigella (ie all of us) can stream a repeat of her Cook, Eat, Repeat Christmas Special on iPlayer....
Read next: Best free video editing software It’s worth noting that this list will include a mix of audio editors and digital audio workstations (DAWs), but we’ll try and flag what sort of features you can expect from each program. We’ve also thrown in a couple of cheap paid audio editors at the end of the list for anyone who’s happy to spend a little bit but doesn’t have the budget for full-featured pro software....
Best free word processor LibreOffice Kingsoft Office Suite Free Google Docs You might not need a whole office suite, just a word processor. In case you didn’t know, Windows has one built-in: it’s called WordPad. It lacks many of Word’s features but may be all you need. If you must have Word, then here are a few ways to use Word for free. Now that Microsoft has made a concerted effort to switch everyone to a subscription model for Office 365, it’s even more tempting to opt for a free alternative....
Not only can you once again buy a new Polaroid camera, but Fujifilm’s Instax has become a global phenomenon, and other companies like Kodak have gotten in on the action too. Some instant cameras even now pack digital tech too, allowing you to do things like take multiple shots before picking which to print, save digital copies of photos for your Instagram, or even print shots straight from your phone....
We’re collecting deals from across the the 3DS family of handheld consoles, which includes the 2DS and New 2DS XL, as well as the 3DS and 3DS XL, which appear to have been phased out so are particularly hard to come by. (If you’re looking to buy this as a gift, check out some our other tech gift ideas). Best Nintendo 2DS deals right now We’re scouring the web for the best Nintendo 2DS discounts all year, to make sure this list represents the best 2DS deals you can get....
Otherwise, read our full OnePlus 6T review here, grab one of the best cases for the OnePlus 6T, and check out the deals below. OnePlus 6T price & availability The phone is a bit tricky to find in part because it’s not the latest model any more. If you’d rather grab one of the more recent phones, then see our round up of the best OnePlus 7 and 7 Pro deals or check out the even newer OnePlus 7T....
If you’ve yet to take the plunge, then we suggest also reading our guide to the Best podcast apps so you’ll be able to listen to all of the shows listed below. Serial This ground-breaking show was something of a sensation when first released back in 2014. Serial tells true-crime stories, one per season, which are still ongoing investigations. The team, headed by show-host and journalist Sarah Koenig, follow leads and relay their progress in weekly episodes (which of course can now all be downloaded in one go)....
That’s beginning to change thanks to a new wave of portable projectors, which use an LED instead of a delicate bulb. In most cases they require a compromise on image quality when compared to the very best LCD or DLP projectors, but have the benefit of compact design and rechargeable batteries so that you can take them with you and project films, TV, documents, or even games on the go....
We think it’s great. Here’s our review. Following on from the popular Note 8 ( reviewed here), it features a new connected S Pen, an improved camera, more storage and a better battery. Where to buy the Galaxy Note 9 SIM-free The Note 9 is available to buy now from Samsung. The 128GB model is priced at £899, while the 512GB model is £1,099. You can get either model in a range of colours from Samsung itself at the prices listed above, and there are trade-in offers available if you’ve got an older phone that you’re looking to replace....
That’s where we at Tech Advisor come in; we’ve spent a lot of time searching the web for the best security camera deals, and we list them all for you right here. Best smart security camera deals right now We’re always on the hunt for deals at Tech Advisor, but unlike other sites, we use our expertise to identify and list only the best value deals. There are a lot of smart security cameras on the market, some well-known and some not quite so....
