There's no question that the AirPods Pro are excellent wireless earbuds, with effective noise canceling and tight integration with iOS. But there are other options out there that cost less than the AirPods' $250 (£249 or AU$399) asking price, such as the Galaxy Buds Plus, Amazon Echo Buds and Jabra Elite 75t. After using both the AirPods Pro and Elite 75t for several months, here's how they compare on everything from sound quality to battery life to how comfortable they are to wear. The...

With Apple's announcement of the iPhone SE 2020, the company is hoping to court more cost-conscious people with a $399 budget iPhone. But for those who are in the market for an iPhone and have more to spare, Apple also has the iPhone 11, which starts at $699 (£729, AU$1,199). In addition, the company is offering 2018's iPhone XR for $599 (£629, AU$1,049). With these prices in mind, we compare the iPhone 11 with the iPhone XR to see which phone is the better buy today. Read more: iPhone camera...

Wearing a smart watch or fitness tracker helps many of us keep an eye on our activity levels, heart rate and sleep. Now, a new study from the University of California, San Francisco, is using a smart ring called Oura to determine whether data such as body temperature, along with a daily symptom survey, may be able to detect the early onset of COVID-19. The goal of the three-month study is to develop an algorithm that can predict illness symptoms. Potentially, this algorithm could be applied...

Back pain can be debilitating, but a new exoskeleton is here to help ease the strain. Apex, designed by Nashville company HeroWear, doesn't look like a suit Tony Stark would wear. It's more like a backpack, with straps that sit on either shoulder, plus thigh sleeves and bands that can all be swapped out to customize the fit. Exoskeletons are wearable devices that can enhance strength and help prevent injury. Some can also be used to help those with spinal injuries walk again. Carmakers like...

There's no question that the Galaxy S20 Ultra is a great phone. But starting at $1,400, (£1,199, AU$1,999), it comes with a steep price. That being said, it's not the only option from Samsung if you want a premium phone with a reliable performance, strong cameras and a battery that will last you through the day (and then some). There is, for instance, the Galaxy S10 Plus, which came out last year and now costs $849, (£769, AU$1,299). To work out if you should pay more for the S20 Ultra, or...