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

Testing the Vision Pro, iOS 18 rumors, another Galaxy Ring leak, and more Created for {EMAIL} | [Web Version]( February 2, 2024 CONNECT WITH TECH RADAR  [Facebook]( [X]( [Instagram]( [Youtube]( [Tech Radar]( [SIGN UP]( ⋅ [WEBSITE](  [] Welcome to the Week in Review [] The week in review Is there anything else going on other than Vision Pro? This is a rare moment where I’m not wearing the ground-breaking spatial computer. It’s an incredible piece of hardware (based on my experience and early reviews) and I swear I learn something new about the mixed-reality headset with every single use. Now, though, Vision Pro is about to be out in the wild. As of today, anxious customers started picking up their orders from various Apple stores. I watched the grand opening at the Fifth Ave. flagship in NY where Apple CEO Tim Cook was in attendance (he sends his regards). Okay, there is some other stuff, like whispers about iOS 18 and how it could be huge (I expect some real generative AI baked into the mobile platform). We also saw a lovely new handset contender from OnePlus and nibbled on some fresh Samsung Galaxy Ring leaks. We think Microsoft is prepping Windows 12 (which will have a lot of Copilot in it), and are seeing a tidal wave of updates across all the existing chatbots and generative AI systems. I’ve been informed by my partner that I will not be spending $3,500 on the Vision Pro, but I wonder if she’d go for the bear-shaped speaker. Let’s all dive into the honey pot of good tech that was this week. Lance Ulanoff, US Editor-in-Chief [] The week in virtual reality [] [Our Apple Vision Pro verdict after two days of testing]( We've been testing out the new Vision Pro (Future) [Our Apple Vision Pro verdict after two days of testing]( TechRadar US Editor in Chief Lance Ulanoff has been sharing his initial thoughts after spending a couple of days in the company of the brand new Apple Vision Pro – and he says the mixed reality headset is already "transforming everything I do". [Read the full story]( [] - [The first reviews are in for Apple's mixed reality headset]( [] - [The Meta Quest 3 yoinks Vision Pro's spatial video]( [] - [These are the reasons to buy or skip the Apple Vision Pro]( [] The week in phones [] [iOS 18 could be the iPhone's biggest ever software update]( Siri improvements are rumored for iOS 18 (Apple) [iOS 18 could be the iPhone's biggest ever software update]( We're now eagerly awaiting the arrival of iOS 18 later this year, as one of the most reliable Apple tipsters in the business has predicted it could be the biggest software update in Apple's history – with generative AI features rumored to be playing a major role. [Read the full story]( [] - [Our OnePlus 12 review: the coolest phone you can buy]( [] - [Apple’s foldable iPhone could land as soon as 2026]( [] - [Circle to Search on the Galaxy S24 Ultra is a reason to not hate AI]( [] The week in wearables [] [Here's another hint the Galaxy Ring is about to launch]( The Oura Ring could be about to get more competition (Oura) [Here's another hint the Galaxy Ring is about to launch]( Samsung has officially announced the Galaxy Ring, without telling us when it will actually go on sale. Now a mention of the device has been spotted inside Samsung's own Good Lock app, which makes us think that a full launch can't be too far off. [Read the full story]( [] - [Samsung is reportedly thinking about rebooting the Galaxy Watch 4]( [] - [The Oura Ring can now track your resilience to stress]( [] - [A huge Samsung Galaxy Fit 3 leak just revealed its key specs]( [] This week's top deals [] [Huge Super Bowl TV deals are now live at Best Buy]( Best Buy is the place to go for Super Bowl TVs (Future) [Huge Super Bowl TV deals are now live at Best Buy]( The 2024 Super Bowl is fast approaching, which is as good a reason as any to invest in a new television set – and with the deals and offers currently available on top-tier sets from Best Buy, you might not need to pay as much as you would usually expect. [Read the full story]( [] - [Not a typo: you can now get an RTX 4070 gaming laptop for just $999]( [] - [This Samsung Galaxy Tab has dropped to a terrific new low price]( [] - [There's now a massive Apple sale happening at Amazon UK]( [] The week in computing [] [We may have just seen our first glimpse of Windows 12]( Windows 12 is on the way (Wachiwit / Shutterstock) [We may have just seen our first glimpse of Windows 12]( There are interesting changes afoot in the test builds of Windows 11, with a recent software fork suggesting that Microsoft is now laying the ground for Windows 12 – although it might not get officially rolled out to everyone until next year. [Read the full story]( [] - [Google Bard finally gets a free AI image generator – here's how to try it]( [] - [Good news, Apple fans: the M3 MacBook Air could launch as early as March]( [] - [Microsoft's Edge browser is now more popular than ever – but why?]( [] The week in entertainment [] [The best new movies and shows to watch this weekend]( Feud: Capote vs. The Swans is now streaming on Hulu (Hulu) [The best new movies and shows to watch this weekend]( There's something for everyone in this week's roundup of stuff to stream, no matter what your tastes or streaming platform of choice: action, animation, drama, biographies, comedy and more besides. Settle down on the sofa and start your weekend. [Read the full story]( [] - [5 new Netflix movies coming in 2024 that you won't want to miss]( [] - [Netflix debuts the first clip of Squid Game season 2]( [] - [DCU find its new Supergirl in a House of the Dragon star]( [] More of this week's top stories [] - [We've been putting this bear-shaped Bluetooth speaker to the test]( [] - [Spotify is back with Playlist in a Bottle – make yours before it goes]( [] - [Not spending enough on Amazon already? Its new AI chatbot is here to help]( [] - [Jeep offers a peek inside its upcoming electric SUV – and it's impressive]( [] - [OM System OM-1 II is a refresh of one of the world's best wildlife cameras]( Sharing TechRadar with your network keeps the quality of content high and these newsletters free. 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