Hardware & Acccessories

We check out the latest PC and Mac hardware as well as gaming consoles. We’ll also bring you the latest in accessories, from quirky controllers through to the latest in WiFi tech.

Globalgig: International Wifi On The Go

Globalgig: International Wifi On The Go

I think I’ve contracted a new illness. The very thought of having no wi fi signal brings palpitations and beads of sweat. I feel locked out; marooned; isolated from my world. Perhaps there’s a medical name for it, but  It’s not a nice feeling. These days, not being on line…

XPS 18 – Dell’s Thinnest and Lightest All-in-One

XPS 18 – Dell’s Thinnest and Lightest All-in-One

What do you get when you cross a laptop with a desktop PC and a tablet? If you’re imagining a bit of a mess, then you’d be completely on the wrong tracks, because that is just what Dell’s new XPS 18 is. All the portability of a laptop, with the…

Booq Boa Courier 13″ Review

Booq Boa Courier 13″ Review

I’ve had high praise for pretty much every booq bag I’ve had the pleasure of playing with. The privately held family company somehow manage to get it right and make some of the best laptop and camera bags on the market. So I was delighted that I got a chance…

Connected Data’s Transporter: Off-Cloud Social Storage

Connected Data’s Transporter: Off-Cloud Social Storage

There’s a lot to be said for the magic of the modern age. At the touch of a button everything I say or do can be transmitted across the world to an audiences of tens. And “cloud” storage has created an impressive array of possibilities for people or small businesses…

PlayStation 4 Launch Roundup: Gaming from the Ground Up

PlayStation 4 Launch Roundup: Gaming from the Ground Up

Wednesday night Sony Computer Entertainment unveiled what many had speculated, the PlayStation 4. Only they didn’t actually show the console. During the 2-hour presentation the console maker, alongside a range of developers, spoke at length about the next-gen console whilst never actually addressing the giant elephant in the room. What…

Seagate Wireless Plus: Hard drives built for the road

Seagate Wireless Plus: Hard drives built for the road

In the materialistic world of gadgets it’s important to remember that you can’t take it with you when you go. The world of portable storage however, begs to differ and Seagate’s new Wireless Plus mobile storage device even wants to bring your friends and family to the party. I’ve always…

MAG II Gun Controller: The pursuit of trigger happiness

MAG II Gun Controller: The pursuit of trigger happiness

There’s something silly yet enjoyable about running around pretending to have a gun (key word “pretending”) and the sophistication of modern gaming is still hard pressed to be as enjoyable as doing that scene from Spaced. But if you want to take your virtual gun play to the next level…

dLAN AV 500 Wireless+: Why take two bottles into the shower?

dLAN AV 500 Wireless+: Why take two bottles into the shower?

I fixed my sink the other day. It was clogged and after seeking advice from a “proper grown up” (a plumber) who wanted almost £200 for the privilege I decided to roll up my sleeves, google “how to fix a sink” and carry out the repair myself. And I did….

ION All-Star Dance: Wireless iPad Dance Mat

ION All-Star Dance: Wireless iPad Dance Mat

Apple haven’t been to CES for a long, long time yet still manage to dominate the show – much like Goddot in Stoppard’s classic play. The success of the iOS ecosystem has created many, many weird and wonderful peripherals that help you work, rest and play with you iOS device…

Gamestick: SmartTV casual gaming console

Gamestick: SmartTV casual gaming console

Used to be that you’d have to fly out to CES to catch a glimpse of the future. Fortunately now you can save on your carbon footprint and simply head on to Kickstarter and marvel at what could be. Even better you can actively make a difference and bring amazing…

Logitech Bluetooth Mac Keyboard and Trackpad: Peripheral visionaries

Logitech Bluetooth Mac Keyboard and Trackpad: Peripheral visionaries

I’m not sure what Logitech’s company slogan is but I’m pretty sure it should be “peripheral visionaries”. They’ve been churning out useful computing add-ons since 1981 and are still hard at it with the newly released Bluetooth Easy Switch Keyboard and Rechargeable Trackpad. The Logitech Bluetooth Easy-Switch Keyboard reflects the…

Top 5 Video Games for Christmas 2012

Top 5 Video Games for Christmas 2012

Not sure which game to buy to keep you up all night over the festive period? Latest Gadgets tests the best and brings you the lowdown on the titles that should adorn any self-respecting present list… Dishonoured – Another game focused on assassinating your opponents (it’s all the rage this…