Chris Hall

London, United Kingdom

Technology and automotive journalist, as seen on T3, The Telegraph, Autocar, TechRadar. Formerly of Pocket-lint.

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Hisense supersizes its Samsung Frame TV rival

1 month ago | digitaltrends.com | Chris Hall

When Samsung launched The Frame in 2017 there was no telling where this TV range would go. The fact that Hisense launched CanvasTV to rival it suggests that this lifestyle approach to TV has had an impact. Imitation is the greatest form of flattery, they say. The CanvasTV launched in 55 and 65in sizes in 2024, but now Hisense has announced that it’s expanding to include 75 and 85in models too.
OnePlus’ MagSafe battery is slim, light and costs more than you’d expect

1 month ago | digitaltrends.com | Chris Hall

OnePlus has launched its own MagSafe battery called the OnePlus Slim Magnetic Power Bank. It has a 5,000mAh capacity and can attach magnetically to the back of phones to provide wireless charging. It also has a USB connector, so it can also be used for wired charging, while it’s an impressive 9mm thick and 120g (4.2oz). OnePlus wrapped it in aluminum, while there’s an LED indicator so you can see how much charge remains in the battery.
Netflix now streaming in HDR10+, but is your device supported?

1 month ago | digitaltrends.com | Chris Hall

Table of Contents Netflix has added a new HDR format to its service, confirming that it’s now streaming in HDR10+. This isn’t just a tick box exercise, it’s a pretty big deal in the world of HDR streaming formats. Up to now, Netflix has streamed in Dolby Vision, while also supporting generic HDR10. Let’s put the HDR10 to one side for a moment, because that’s the base standard that all devices supporting HDR will offer.
Samsung expands monitor line with Odyssey 3D, OLED G8 and new ultrawide Odyssey G9

1 month ago | digitaltrends.com | Chris Hall

Table of Contents Samsung will happily tell you that it’s the top choice monitor for gamers, thanks in no small part to the performance of the Odyssey line-up. These premium monitors have pushed design, specs and performance, now updatied for 2025 – including a new addition. The Odyssey 3D (G90XF) offers a glasses-free viewing experience, supported by eye-tracking tech and a lenticular lens to ensure you get a great experience.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge specs continue to leak as launch nears

1 month ago | digitaltrends.com | Chris Hall

Samsung is preparing to launch another flagship model, the Galaxy S25 Edge. This slim phone was originally teased at the launch of the Galaxy S25 in January, with rumors pointing to an April 16 launch date for the new device. So far we’ve seen a range of specs for the phone, but thanks to a reliable leaker, it looks like we’re closer to some of the details. According to UniverseIce, posting on Weibo, the Galaxy S25 Edge will come with a titanium alloy frame.
Moto Razr Plus (2025) expected to launch with a big hardware upgrade

1 month ago | digitaltrends.com | Chris Hall

Motorola is preparing to launch its 2025 phones and the model most likely to attract your attention is the Razr Plus (2025). Moto’s flagship folding phone has previously leaked, showing us what to expect from the design – spoiler, it’s not that different to the 2024 model – but there could be some surprises inside the phone.
EE TV deal beats Sky on price and includes an Apple TV 4K box

1 month ago | mylondon.news | Phoebe Barton |Chris Hall

EE is offering some fantastic EE TV deals that provide access to a variety of TV channels, complimentary Netflix and six months of Apple TV+, all at a price that beats Sky for for six months. One EE TV deal which incorporates broadband in the cost and is currently on offer for £27.99 a month, down from £46.99. This EE TV package delivers a lot of bang for your buck. You'll have access to all the usual Freeview channels like BBC, plus Now Entertainment for viewing channels such as Sky Atlantic.
Insights from the SAP Community: Process Automation Strategies for 2025

1 month ago | apmdigest.com | Chris Hall

With the 2027 deadline for SAP S/4HANA migrations fast approaching, organizations are accelerating their transition plans. According to recent research, 50% of organizations were planning to have migrated or started the migration to S/4HANA by the end of 2024, while an additional 30% plan to make the change in the next two years.
Samsung's pre-order deal for Galaxy S25 could knock £200 off the price

2 months ago | walesonline.co.uk | Ellie Gosley |Chris Hall

Samsung's latest Galaxy S25 phones have just been unveiled and if you're considering an upgrade, there's a brilliant pre-order deal available. However, this offer only lasts until February 6, so you'll need to act quickly. This pre-order promotion offers double the storage at no extra cost, meaning on the Galaxy S25 Ultra, you can secure 512GB for the price of 256GB – a saving of £100, or opt for 1TB of storage for the price of 512GB, saving you £200.
Google's handing out free earphones to shoppers who do this one thing

2 months ago | walesonline.co.uk | Jake Hackney |Chris Hall

The Samsung Galaxy S25 may have just hit the market with a host of enticing pre-order offers, but Google's superb Pixel handsets are not to be ignored. These phones rank among the top Android devices available is currently available with some attractive deals from Mobiles.co.uk. There are discounts on all Pixel models, so whether you're eyeing the more affordable Pixel 8a or the premium Pixel 9 Pro XL, there's a deal for you. One particularly appealing offer is on the Google Pixel 8a.