UK Tech Reviews / Updated March 2026
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Laptop Charger Guide 2026: GaN, USB-C PD, and What 65 W Actually Delivers
We put nine laptop chargers through 48-hour charge cycles, temperature checks at 30°C ambient, and short-circuit stress tests. Only four hit their rated wattage consistently.
True Wireless Earbuds Under £80 — Which Ones Hold Up After Six Months?
Battery longevity claims rarely survive contact with real playlists. We tracked daily usage across five pairs.
USB-C Hubs Compared: 7 Models, One MacBook, and a Lot of Dropped Connections
Power delivery, data throughput, and heat — the three things most hub reviews ignore. We measured all of them.
Power Bank Reality Check: Rated vs. Usable Capacity Across 10 Popular Models
A 20,000 mAh power bank rarely delivers 20,000 mAh. We measured conversion efficiency and found a 34% gap in the worst case.
Wireless Charging in 2026: Qi2 vs. MagSafe vs. Basic Qi — Speed and Heat Compared
Qi2 pads now ship with 15 W profiles, but not every phone takes full advantage. Here’s what we measured.
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