Ez-ily the best smart doorbell we’ve tested this year
I can’t believe it’s only been a couple of days since the last newsletter; how time flies when you’re testing tech and attending industry events. You’ll have to wait until next week to find out what Jon Bray and I have been up to over the past few days, but it’s exciting stuff. I’m such a tease.
To quench your review thirst, I’ve got a fantastic five. Not all of them received fantastic reviews, though. In fact, the quintet includes a couple of products our experts advise you to avoid. The Philips Baristina and Asus Zenbook 14 got lukewarm receptions, while the Motorola Razr Fold fared better but wasn’t quite the foldable debut Ben Johnston had hoped.
If, however, you’re after a super-smart doorbell or user-friendly 1080p projector, you’re in luck. The Ezviz EP8 Ultra shot straight to the top of Alun Taylor’s smart doorbell affections, with Stuart Andrews smitten about the ease of setup and performance of XGIMI’s Elfin Flip Laser projector.
I’ve also got three tasty deals for you today: one on Microsoft’s Surface Pro 2-in-1, another on the new Pixel 11 Pro, and the third on the Huawei Watch GT 7 Pro.
Enjoy your weekend. Next week you’ll be back in Will’s capable hands, assuming he’s taken it easy on the vino and makes it back across the Channel in one piece.
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Tech Reviews
Two batteries make this dual-camera doorbell a winner
Alun Taylor is a hard man to please when it comes to video doorbells, but the Ezviz EP8 Ultra wowed him with its picture performance, generous storage and bundled accessories.
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What matters most to you in a smart doorbell?
A decent debut, but this foldable needs refinement
Motorola has entered the foldable phone race and keeps up with the competition with nippy performance and top-notch battery life, though there are some wrinkles, writes Ben Johnston.
Deals of the Week
Get Microsoft’s convertible Surface Pro for under £1,000
Straddling the gap between laptop and tablet stylishly, the Surface Pro can be picked up for £949, £300 cheaper than its average 180-day price.
If you’re thinking about buying a Pixel Pro 11, this offer is NOT to be missed
John Lewis is bundling accessories worth £200 (a Pro Case, Dual Port Charger (67W), Pixelsnap Charger with Stand and Pixelsnap Ring Stand with the Pixel Pro 11. Use PIXEL11PROACCS at checkout to claim.
A recent Best Buy at an exceptional price
★★★★★
Just two days ago, we brought you Jon Bray’s five-star review of the Huawei Watch GT 7 Pro. He tested it at £379; it’s now just £330.
Latest Reviews
HANDS ON
A hybrid coffee machine that misses the mark
Queen of all things home, kitchen and witchery, Danielle Amato, found the Philips Baristina easy on the eye but felt it didn’t live up to its price tag. Read our full review
HANDS ON
Flippin’ good pictures from XGIMI’s latest projector
Quick to set up, easy to use, and capable of delivering great 1080p pictures, the XGIMI Elfin Flip Laser got a glowing recommendation from Stuart Andrews. Read our full review
Asus’ new Zenbook is a case of what might have been…
So writes Jon Bray, who said it “was better than the MacBook Neo” in some ways, but ultimately overpriced given its disappointing battery life and mediocre keyboard and touchpad.
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