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Hands-on review: Narwal Flow 2 robot vacuum and mop
Internet of Things

Hands-on review: Narwal Flow 2 robot vacuum and mop

A strong choice for hard floors, the robot struggles on thick carpet, limiting its appeal in homes that need full-room coverage.

By Darren Price • 6 min read • Mon, 24th Aug 2026
Hands-on review: Kensington KB515 EQ keyboard
Disaster Recovery

Hands-on review: Kensington KB515 EQ keyboard

Business users could find a quiet, lightweight full-size keyboard with programmable shortcuts and dual USB support, though it lacks backlighting.

By Darren Price • 3 min read • Mon, 27th Jul 2026
Dreame tops global robot vacuum rankings in Q1 2026
Internet of Things

Dreame tops global robot vacuum rankings in Q1 2026

The ranking underscores Dreame's rapid global expansion, with the company now selling robot vacuums in more than 120 countries and regions.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 10th Jun 2026

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OWC to showcase Thunderbolt 5 storage at Computex
Data centers

OWC to showcase Thunderbolt 5 storage at Computex

Professionals at Computex will see Thunderbolt 5 storage, docks and software from OWC as it targets demanding Mac and PC workflows.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 15th May 2026
StarTech.com launches driverless dock for MacBooks
Fleet Management

StarTech.com launches driverless dock for MacBooks

IT teams can now standardise on one dock for mixed Mac, Windows and Linux fleets, cutting software hassles and costs.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Sat, 9th May 2026
Hands-on review: D-Link 14-in-1 Thunderbolt 4 Docking Station DUF-E01
Gaming

Hands-on review: D-Link 14-in-1 Thunderbolt 4 Docking Station DUF-E01

A £599.99 dock could spare laptop users from juggling dongles, with enough ports and power to turn portable devices into desktops.

By Darren Price • 4 min read • Thu, 30th Apr 2026
Acer Gadget takes minority stake in Plugable Technologies
Smart Home

Acer Gadget takes minority stake in Plugable Technologies

The deal should widen Plugable’s reach in hybrid work gear, with faster product launches and steadier supply for customers across more markets.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Fri, 10th Apr 2026
D-Link launches 14-in-1 Thunderbolt 4 dock for laptops
Hybrid & Remote Work

D-Link launches 14-in-1 Thunderbolt 4 dock for laptops

The dock targets laptop users who need a desk setup without multiple adapters, offering three displays, wired networking and charging through one cable.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 30th Mar 2026
Snom unveils innovative C620 DECT conference phone enhancing audio quality
User Interface

Snom unveils innovative C620 DECT conference phone enhancing audio quality

Snom debuts the game-changing C620 DECT conference phone aimed at enhancing audio quality and flexibility in audio working settings.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 8th Dec 2023
Hands-on Review: Skull & Co's Jumpgate for Nintendo Switch
Gaming

Hands-on Review: Skull & Co's Jumpgate for Nintendo Switch

The portability, safety, and versatility of the Jumpgate dock make it the best portable Nintendo Switch dock on the market.

By Lama Farhat • 3 min read • Fri, 27th Mar 2020
How to become an agile organisation in the digital age
Hybrid & Remote Work

How to become an agile organisation in the digital age

Fostering agility is crucial in the digital era, where constant connectivity enables flexible work. Here's how businesses can adapt to an agile model.

By James Dibou • 5 min read • Mon, 13th Jan 2020