Innholdsfortegnelse for April 2025 i Stuff UK

Hello! We know Stuff readers are big fans of the great outdoors – our spring active issue is always one of the most popular of the year. This time we’ve got some superb gear, whether you’re on the move in a campervan, walking in the Dales or just getting yourself ready for BBQ action. Our group test looks at some of the top cordless mowers you can buy – absolutely ideal for quick tidy-ups during the summer season. In terms of new tech we look at Apple’s iPhone 16e and the freshly revamped Sky Glass in Hot Stuff. Our First Test sees us reviewing the long-lasting OnePlus Watch 3, then we’ve got roundups of bike computers, mice and smart sleep masks, plus reviews of the latest from Amazon, Asus, Beats…

GAMING GAINS The weightless weapon Razer Viper V3 Pro Fast fingers will only get you so far in an online melee. Get the upper hand with this under your, er, hand: light as a feather at 54g, the Viper is built for lethal speed and accuracy. Its pro-grade profile even includes finger grooves to give your digits extra grip. £160 / razer.com The pro peripheral Logitech G Pro X Superlight 2 A sensitive gamer will be upset when they lose; a sensitive gaming mouse will help make sure they don’t. Equipped with Logitech’s Hero 2 sensor, this one is capable of an ultra-sharp 44,000dpi, while hybrid switches combine clicky feel with optical efficiency. £125 / logitechg.com The illuminated inputter Corsair Nightsabre Shiny lights don’t make you a better competitor… but…

BIG AGNES SWEETWATER UL 28L Big Agnes is based in a ski town in Colorado, and the Sweetwater UL 28L (it also comes in 43L and 60L versions) screams outdoors: this is not a bag that’s designed to double up for your commute, and there’s no padded laptop sleeve. Coming in S/M and M/L fits, the sizing alters both torso length and hip belt size, which goes some way to explaining the great fit it offers. One standout feature is the low-profile shoulder strap design, which is akin to that of a trail-running vest. With the straps sitting across my chest and dual sternum straps securely fastened, I found it to be really comfortable, with the load weight spread nicely. The hip belt has soft inner padding and feels cushy,…

■ Fuji don’t care about time Twist the power lever and it’s a good 3secs or so before you get a live view on the LCD screen. Swapping between the shooting modes takes a few seconds more, and scrolling through the various effects can feel sluggish. ■ All I really want to view The display is low-resolution and has very limited viewing angles, which can make low or high perspectives a challenge. The rest of the controls are intuitive, although there are quite a few to get your head around. £320 / go.stuff.tv/WideEvo ■ This is a hybrid camera – so while every shot you take starts as a digital image, you can turn the best ones into physical prints at the press of a button. You can also transfer…

1 Apple iPhone 16 from £799 / go.stuff.tv/iPhone16 This year’s iPhone Pro lineup is a mighty fine selection to choose from (see the 16 Pro at No6 on this list), but it’s the standard model that does more to impress. The camera control button and the 2x telephoto zoom are great to have in particular, while the battery life is excellent. The 6.1in screen’s refresh rate is fixed at 60Hz, which is a bit disappointing, but Apple clearly believes most people don’t care about that. Stuff says A pleasing update that’s much more appealing than spending more to go Pro NOW ADD THIS Apple MagSafe Charger The latest version of Apple’s wireless charger lets you fuel up your iPhone at up to 25W. from £39 / apple.com TIPS & TRICKS •…

1 Sony WF-1000XM5 £219 / go.stuff.tv/WFXM5 The WF-1000XM5 in-ears are significantly smaller than the XM4s, which were already a lot more compact than their predecessors. And yet Sony has still squeezed even larger drivers inside each earbud, along with the firm’s best noise-cancelling yet. The feature list is as extensive as ever, and they’re priced to compete with Bose’s best. Add in decent battery life and a strong app, and you won’t find anything more well-rounded for less. Stuff says Excellent noise-cancellation, a comfy fit and simply stellar audio NOW ADD THIS Spigen Rugged Armor Case This drop-resistant outer shield comes with a carabiner clip for keeping your buds within reach. £20 / amazon.co.uk TIPS & TRICKS • Sony’s eartips are great, as long as you use the right size. Be…

1 Wahoo Elemnt Ace £500 / go.stuff.tv/WahooAce At first glance the Ace might not seem too far removed from previous Elemnt cycle computers, but Wahoo has changed almost every aspect under the hood – and entirely for the better. Setup and syncing are a breeze, tracking is spot-on, and this is the first to take wind resistance into account when measuring your metrics. If you want to analyse your rides like a pro, no mainstream tracker does it better than this deceptively smart little box. Stuff says Wahoo’s overhauled bike computer is about as comprehensive as they get, but still easy to use 2 Theragun Pro Plus Gen 6 £549 / go.stuff.tv/ProPlus6 Theragun is the biggest name in massage guns – and the Pro Plus wants to be the cure…

1 Sennheiser Ambeo Soundbar Max Utterly convincing Dolby Atmos and DTS:X 3D sound, ample power and lots of inputs mean no other soundbar currently available can perform sonic feats with the solidity and confidence of this Sennheiser. The sheer room-filling scale of its sound is remarkable – and the more affordable (but still hugely powerful) Plus version is also worth a look. Stuff says The Ambeo Soundbar Max is a big unit but the sound it makes is bigger still 2 Sonos Arc Ultra £999 / go.stuff.tv/ArcUltra It’s scarcely believable that such high-quality sound can come from such a diminutive form. The Ultra is about as big as upgrades get, with much more quality on offer than you get from the standard Arc. Stuff says Incredible for movies, music and…

I grew up in a music-filled house with my parents and grandparents. My father was a teacher and also in a rock band. My parents and grandparents listened to music all day long. Households full of music just don’t exist any more – everyone just has their iPads, AirPods and smartphones… I was very musical from an early age, and this followed me – it comes from inside, it’s part of who I am. I actually feel like everyone has music inside, but sometimes it’s raised out of them. There’s a lot of musical culture in Iceland – a lot of singing. Every other person goes to a choir at some point, and that applied to me as well. I also did classical training in piano and vocal training, which…

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GOPRO HERO13 BLACK GoPro diehards might be disappointed that the new Hero13 Black doesn’t have the 8K video or bigger sensor that many were hoping for. Instead it has a 1/1.9in CMOS sensor for 5.3K video and 27MP stills, GoPro’s HyperSmooth stabilisation, and 10m waterproofing. All sound a bit familiar? Yep, it’s the same core specs as the Hero12 Black, which still holds its own against newer models from other brands. But the Hero13 does have some enticing new bits. Opening up a plethora of new shooting possibilities are the new Macro, Ultra Wide and Anamorphic lens mods, all scratch-resistant with a hydrophobic coating. The Macro has a variable focus ring and allows you to get four times closer than the standard GoPro lens, while the Ultra Wide offers a…

DEFINITELY BLADEY: HOW TO CHOOSE ● Going cordless is well worth the money. These mowers are easy to use, you’ll never run over the cable, and you can often use the same battery for other tools in the garden or home. ● Start by checking the size of your garden, so you know a mower can do it on a single charge. If you’re lucky enough to have a lawn that’s too big to measure, Google Maps can help. ● Look out for mowers with variable power. They can adapt to conditions, putting in extra work when the grass is long, saving energy when the going is easier. ● No mower performs perfectly right to the edges, but good edge performance means less strimming. ● Finally, note that the prices…

from £550 / go.stuff.tv/LegionGoS DAY 01 Of all the PC gaming handhelds I’ve tried, the Legion Go S gets closest to matching the feeling I got when first picking up a Steam Deck. Lenovo has nailed the proportions, with controls that fall naturally underneath my fingers and thumbs. The four face buttons aren’t at all soft or spongey, and the two customisable keys on the rear are within easy reach. The 8in screen even has Valve’s machine beat in a few areas: it’s larger, has a higher resolution and shines brighter, and the 120Hz dynamic refresh rate is smoother. I miss the Deck OLED’s infinite contrast and HDR colours, but viewing angles are decent and the slim bezels are really helping me get lost in games. Sticking with LCD seems…

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1 Honor Magic V3 £1400 / go.stuff.tv/MagicV3 The Magic V3 is the first foldable we’ve used that’s like having a normal phone in your pocket – and that feels like a big deal. It’s almost unbelievably thin and seems superbly made. There are still some areas that could be improved, most obviously the limited multitasking powers; but along with its superb main camera and all-day battery life (further enhanced by wireless charging), the V3’s real achievement is that it makes carrying a foldable phone feel normal. Stuff says A major step up from the previous model, the Magic V3 will change how you think about foldable phones 2 OnePlus Open £1199 / go.stuff.tv/Open The Open’s camera system is the best of any folding phone, taking impressive photos in all conditions. Neither of…

1 Sony WH-1000XM5 £269 / go.stuff.tv/WHXM5 Nobody could knock the WH-1000XM4s off the top of this list for two years… yet Sony’s latest model manages to be even better. The new carbon-fibre composite 30mm drivers are key: they bring even greater clarity than the previous generation, and the sound reproduction is beautifully precise. The fact is that these are the best noise-cancellers around by almost every measure. You really won’t regret buying them. Stuff says Sony ties up top spot with an unrivalled combo of great sound, ANC and comfort NOW ADD THIS Anker Nano Power Bank This pocket-friendly USB-C clip-on has capacity for three charges, so the music never has to end. £30 / anker.com TIPS & TRICKS • Adaptive Sound Control auto-adjusts the ANC to suit your location…

1 Apple MacBook Air 13in (M3) from £1180 / go.stuff.tv/MBAirM3 With its super-powered M3 processor, the latest version of Apple’s ‘basic’ laptop breaks new performance ground for a thin-and-light. It once again puts Windows machines to shame for battery life, and SSD speeds have taken a welcome step up from the M2 model. There’s also a 15in version with the same innards if you need extra screen space. Stuff says The best everyday ultraportable is also the Mac most Apple fans should buy NOW ADD THIS Belkin 4-Port GaN Charger 108W This brick lets you charge your Mac through its 96W USB-C output… while juicing up three other devices. £80 / argos.co.uk TIPS & TRICKS • Don’t want to pay for peak power? The M2 Air is still available, and…

1 Sky Stream from £15/m / go.stuff.tv/SkyStream It’s hard to find fault with this little puck. The basic package includes the ad version of Netflix as well as Discovery+ with Eurosport – and while Sky Sports and Sky Cinema are a pricey upgrade, Sky’s Entertainment OS makes the Stream a bit of a doozy if you want to have a monthly sub rather than using Now (which is more of a dip-in job for when you just fancy the football or films for a brief period). Sky Q remains excellent, but if you can’t/won’t have a dish, this is the ideal solution. Stuff says Making it more affordable and accessible than ever, this is the best way to watch Sky TV 2 Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K £60 / go.stuff.tv/TVStick4K…

1 Meta Quest 3S from £289/go.stuff.tv/Quest3S On price alone, the Meta Quest 3S looks hard to fault. You’re getting the same internals, same controllers and same colour passthrough cameras as the full Quest 3, just with last-gen optics. The built-in speakers envelop you in positional audio, the Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2 brings much faster load times than the Quest 2, and the graphics have taken a dramatic step up. Rivals can’t compete with Meta’s range of games, and the level of immersion is up there with the best PC-based VR. Stuff says This is as well-rounded as affordable VR gets, making it a fantastic entry point for the tech 2 Sony PlayStation VR 2 £456/go.stuff.tv/SonyPSVR2 As long as you have the PS5 needed to use it (or the optional adapter…

1 Fujifilm X-T50 £1149/go.stuff.tv/XT50 This is a wonderfully compact mirrorless camera with a distinctive top plate covered in control dials – including one dedicated to Fuji’s excellent film simulations. On paper it should deliver identical image quality to the flagship X-T5 (both have the same sensor and image processor), and that is absolutely the case: the 40MP sensor captures amazing detail, noise is well maintained at all ISO levels, and sharpness is on point across the frame. Stuff says A brilliant camera that puts Fuji’s fine film simulations front and centre NOW ADD THIS  Fujifilm XF 16-50mm f2.8-4.8 An essential first lens for any Fuji newcomer, the 16-50mm is well suited to most scenarios. £599 / parkcameras.com TIPS & TRICKS ● With film simulations on a dedicated dial now, it’s…

When Apple added the camera control button to the iPhone 16, it made headlines in button-based publications all over the world. Button Weekly called it “unprecedented”, while Knob Enthusiast declared it “the most significant new pressable since the light switch”… but it has so far turned out to be a bit of a damp squib, so we’re not sure how they’re going to react to the Leica Lux Grip. This iPhone-compatible camera grip adds a two-stage shutter release, two customisable buttons for swapping shooting modes or toggling functions, and a control dial for adjusting zoom, aperture or exposure. It attaches to the back of your phone with MagSafe and connects over Bluetooth LE… the only apparent downside being that it works exclusively with Leica’s Lux app. As well as giving…

£1969 / go.stuff.tv/SigmaBF Isn’t that Gen Z slang for good? To anyone born after 1997 it doesn’t get much more goated than describing somebody as sigma, but that makes it a pretty appropriate name for a camera that looks like such a snacc, don’t you reckon? If all of that sounds like Greek to you, it basically means ‘sigma’ is a compliment, the BF is very desirable, and you were almost certainly born before Princess Diana died. But no matter which demographic you fall into, or how much Gen Z slang you understand, there’s no disputing the fact that this is one eye-catching snapper. No cap. Ah, it seems you’re fluent. Milled from a single block of aluminium and available in either black or silver, the BF’s minimalist vibe extends…

We don’t talk about the original OnePlus Watch very much. At least, not kindly. But instead of slinking back into the smartwatch shadows, the firm’s defiant second attempt met critical acclaim: the styling was striking and functionality much improved, but it was the seriously impressive battery life that made it stand out from the Wear OS competition. And the new OnePlus Watch 3 aims to capture that magic again. With more of a fitness focus, the Watch 3 has all the usual sensors but can also track blood oxygen, measure your vascular health, and perform an ECG scan (or will when the tech is approved). There’s only one size, 47mm, which might look out of place on particularly skinny wrists, but its slightly larger 1.5in OLED display gives this wearable…

£250 / go.stuff.tv/PbP2 ■ As well as continuing the Studio lineup of over-ears and introducing some AirPod alternatives, Apple’s Beats brand is now synonymous with fitness. The Beats Fit Pro are some of the best in-ear headphones of recent years, essentially AirPods Pro with wingtips… but for the ultimate in secure fit, it’s hard to beat earhooks. And that’s why Beats has now launched the Powerbeats Pro 2. ■ These have similar hardware to the AirPods Pro 2 inside, but with some key differences. The main one is heart-rate tracking. If you have an Android phone, this works without limit once you’ve configured things; on iOS, Apple is supporting just a handful of apps. Note that this tracking is subservient to that of an Apple Watch – so if you…

THE BASICS ■ Plug and play If you have an electric guitar, you’ll want to plug it into something… but that could just be a phone or tablet. On the move? The Apogee Jam+ (£160) and IK iRig HD X (£93) are compact, wallet-friendly interfaces with wired headphone ports. The Audient Evo 4 (£89) adds XLR ports to plug in mics alongside your guitar. ■ Mic it up Prefer the natural tone of an acoustic? Your phone’s mic will do for practice sessions and capturing fleeting song ideas, but for serious recording you’ll want to step it up. Find a quiet spot and connect an external mic. Placement is crucial: slap it too close to the soundhole and you’ll get boomy bass; too far and it’ll sound weedy. ■ Make…

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1 Google Pixel 8a from £349 / go.stuff.tv/Pixel8a In recent years, Google’s cheaper ‘a’ models have dominated the mid-range phone market. They’ve delivered outstanding value by including many of the brand’s flagship features (think amazing cameras and slick software) and cutting corners where you’re less likely to notice. And the good news is, that’s still true of the Pixel 8a, which looks almost identical to the full-on Pixel 8 and performs almost as well. It’s astonishing how good the cheaper Google phones are for photography. Stuff says Once again Google proves you don’t need to spend over £500 to get a great phone 2 OnePlus Nord 4 from £409 / go.stuff.tv/Nord4 If you don’t want a Pixel 8a with its excellent camera, this is the next best thing. That’s not the…

1 Apple Watch SE from £199 / go.stuff.tv/AppleWatchSE The SE is easily the best-value Apple Watch. It tracks sleep and all the exercise you need, supports Apple Pay, works great with your iPhone and… what more do most people require? The user experience is broadly identical, and while the screen bezels are a bit larger than on the Series 10 it’s hard to tell them apart without getting up close. Note also that your SE will be carbon-neutral if you take it with a Sport Loop (unless you choose one of the fancy multicoloured options). Stuff says Offers most of the full Apple Watch experience for a whole lot less cash 2 Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra £599 / go.stuff.tv/GWUltra There are no prizes for guessing what inspired the Galaxy Watch…

1 Samsung QE65S95D £1899 / go.stuff.tv/SamsungS95D The Samsung S95D raises the bar of what’s achievable with an OLED television, delivering brightness and saturation beyond what was previously possible, while the glare-free screen is a revelation. Add the elegant design, immersive sound, capable smart features and extensive gaming skills, and this gogglebox becomes almost impossible to resist. Stuff says Classy looks, ace image quality and great sound: a near-perfect package NOW ADD THIS Samsung HW-Q990D Wireless rear satellites and a 11.1.4 setup create amazing spatial sound. £969 / amazon.co.uk TIPS & TRICKS • Got a modern-ish Samsung soundbar? Q Symphony tech can add the telly’s speakers to the mix. • This Tizen smart TV can tailor its suggestions to different family members. 2 Philips 65OLED959 £3999 / go.stuff.tv/Philips959 The 65OLED959 introduces…

1 Apple iPad Pro (M4) from £999 / go.stuff.tv/iPadProM4 The latest iPad Pro gets incredible processing power, while being slimmer than before. The performance gains are quite staggering… and the only question is, why has Apple bothered to upgrade this tablet quite so much? It offers a level of capability that most people won’t ever need – so this is really a powerhouse for the 1% who edit or design with the stylus. And for them, the talented Pencil Pro is also a serious upgrade on the standard Pencil. Stuff says This really takes iPad power to the next level, even if iPadOS still needs more multitasking clout 2 Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra from £1299 / go.stuff.tv/TabS10Ultra The Tab S10 Ultra raises the bar for Android tablets yet again……

1 Sonos Move 2 £449 / go.stuff.tv/SonosMove2 The ‘2’ means our favourite speaker is now even better. Sonos has upgraded the Move in the areas that matter most: sound quality and battery life, the latter of which has more than doubled. Our only criticisms are about the high price and the weight – and the Sonos app, which has been a pain for years now. Line-in is also a little bit of a faff with the extra adapter… but if you’re in the market for this box, you’re probably beyond cables. Stuff says Beefed-up audio and a longer-lasting battery – a winning combo NOW ADD THIS YouTube Music Premium If you’d like a side of optional visuals with your audio, try the ad-free tier of YouTube Music. £10.99/m / music.youtube.com…

1 GoPro Hero12 Black £250/go.stuff.tv/GoPro12 The Hero13 Black is tested on p34, and seems more than likely to take this spot next month… but the Hero12 remains a great first action camera and a solid upgrade for anyone with a Hero9 or earlier. GoPro brought back the same sensor introduced on the Hero11 Black but made it even easier to use, adding HDR video, a 1/4in tripod thread and Bluetooth mic recording to the mix. While this isn’t a low-light champ, its fine stabilisation, upgraded audio and pro features make it super-accessible. Stuff says An iteration rather than a revolution, this is a seriously powerful and intuitive camera 2 DJI Mini 4 Pro from £689/go.stuff.tv/DJIMini4Pro This is definitely the best sub-250g drone we’ve reviewed, and its safety features, auto flight…

1 Amazon Echo Dot (5th Gen) £55/go.stuff.tv/EchoDot5 The latest Dot offers improved sound quality over the 4th Gen model. Not surprisingly given its size, it still doesn’t have the heft of a full-scale Echo, but this Dot is more than good enough for bedside table or kitchen listening. The only pity is that Amazon has discontinued the better ‘with Clock’ variant in favour of the Echo Spot. Stuff says The 5th Gen brings a nice upgrade to an already excellent little gadget NOW ADD THIS Wall Mount for Echo Dot This mount for the Dot (and other small speakers) will keep it clear from wet kitchen surfaces. £15/amazon.co.uk TIPS & TRICKS ● Alexa’s voice can work like an intercom with connected Echo devices. ● Alexa Voice Shopping lets you order…