Week in Review: The top stories in phones, computing, and more

Google Pixel 8 Pro, Meta Quest 3, and Apple Watch Ultra 2 reviews Created for {EMAIL} | [Web Version]( October 13, 2023 CONNECT WITH TECH RADAR  [Facebook]( [Twitter]( [Instagram]( [Youtube]( [Tech Radar]( [SIGN UP]( ⋅ [WEBSITE](  [] Welcome to the Week in Review [] Welcome Another week, another big phone review. Or rather, two big phone reviews, in the form of our full and considered verdicts on the Google Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro. The latter is the bigger of the two phones – both physically and figuratively – and we liked it enough that we've called it “the best Pixel Google has ever made”. Check out the review linked below to find out why. We also found time to put the Apple Watch Ultra 2 and Meta Quest 3 through their paces; this time of year really is so exciting for new releases. But we never stop looking forward either, and you’ll also find intriguing snippets of info about the next flagship phones from Samsung and Apple. If tech that you can drive interests you more, you’ll want to check out our story on Kia’s new EV3 and EV4 concepts – the electric vehicle space is another area where new models really are coming thick and fast. Enjoy the newsletter! Marc McLaren, UK Editor-in-Chief [] The week in phones [] [Google Pixel 8 Pro review: the best Pixel phone yet]( The Google Pixel 8 Pro (Future) [Google Pixel 8 Pro review: the best Pixel phone yet]( Our in-depth Pixel 8 Pro review is here, and you can click through to read our verdict on Google's latest flagship after a thorough round of testing: find out all about its design, its camera system, the new built-in AI features, and everything else it's packing. [Read the full story]( [] - [We've also reviewed the smaller, cheaper, Google Pixel 8]( [] - [Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 benchmark leak hints at a powerhouse Galaxy S24]( [] - [OnePlus Open gets an official launch date – and more leaks]( [] The week in virtual reality [] [Meta Quest 3 review: the best VR headset for most people]( The Meta Quest 3 is a lot of fun (Meta) [Meta Quest 3 review: the best VR headset for most people]( Our resident VR specialist Hamish Hector has been immersing himself – literally – in the Meta Quest 3 for the past couple of weeks, and he thinks it's the best VR headset for most people right now. To find out why, check out his comprehensive review. [Read the full story]( [] - [Here's how Meta could topple Apple's Vision Pro headset]( [] - [These are the 7 apps to download first for your Meta Quest 3]( [] - [Apple is reportedly fixing the Vision Pro in two key ways]( Free eBooks and Resources Free eBooks and resources brought to you by our sponsors - [How Technology Can help You Get a Good Night's Sleep]( - [#GIRLBOSS Book Summary]( - [Ten Traits Of Successful People]( - [8-Step Guide: How to Overcome Laziness and Start taking Action]( - [100 Motivational Quotes That Will Inspire You to Succeed]( [] The week in wearables [] [Apple Watch Ultra 2 review: the best smartwatch screen yet]( The Ultra 2 is the latest Apple Watch for the adventure-minded (Future) [Apple Watch Ultra 2 review: the best smartwatch screen yet]( Rounding out our major reviews this week, we've been seeing what the Apple Watch Ultra 2 is capable of – and though it's a relatively incremental upgrade compared with last year's original, we think it boasts the best screen we've seen on a smartwatch yet. [Read the full story]( [] - [The Oura Ring's latest update will help you stay zen all day]( [] - [Polar's new smartwatch will help you mold the perfect workout plan]( [] - [Garmin's Marq Carbon smartwatches cost the same as a used car]( [] The week in EVs [] [Kia bets all on electric and unveils EV3 and EV4 concepts]( Kia has some new EVs to show off (Kia) [Kia bets all on electric and unveils EV3 and EV4 concepts]( Not everyone is convinced by electric vehicles, but Kia definitely is: at the inaugural (and aptly named) EV Day, the car maker announced that it plans to sell at least 1.6 million EVs by 2030, and showed off two new concepts in the form of the EV3 and EV4. [Read the full story]( [] - [Tesla software update can help its car cameras see lot better]( [] - [Electric vehicles and autonomous driving go hand-in-hand]( [] - [Nissan Hyper Adventure concept could be the EV for outdoor enthusiasts]( [] The week in entertainment [] [Loki season 2 is a huge hit for Disney Plus]( Loki is a hit with viewers (Marvel Studios / Disney Plus) [Loki season 2 is a huge hit for Disney Plus]( Disney has announced that the opening episode of Loki season 2 pulled in 10.9 million viewers in its first three days on Disney Plus. It's a huge hit then, although it didn't quite do enough to grab the top spot as the streamer's biggest premiere of 2023. [Read the full story]( [] - [The Crown season 6 has a release date, and it's coming in two parts]( [] - [Netflix's The Fall of of the House of Usher is a terrifyingly good treat]( [] - [7 great new movies and TV shows to stream this weekend]( [] More of this week's top stories [] - [A new, slimmer PS5 is hitting shelves this November]( [] - [Next-gen Windows is coming in 2024, Intel exec confirms]( [] - [Microsoft's AI Copilot could transform Windows 11]( [] - [Starlink's new cellular service lets you stay connected even off the grid]( [] - [Threads just gave me another reason to leave X and Elon Musk behind]( Sharing TechRadar with your network keeps the quality of content high and these newsletters free. 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