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

The best of MWC 2024, from smart rings to scarily-real robots Created for {EMAIL} | [Web Version]( March 1, 2024 CONNECT WITH TECH RADAR  [Facebook]( [X]( [Instagram]( [Youtube]( [Tech Radar]( [SIGN UP]( ⋅ [WEBSITE](  [] Welcome to the Week in Review [] Welcome The world of technology rarely stays still, but this week it was supercharged, thanks to the MWC 2024 expo in Barcelona (that’s Mobile World Congress for those unfamiliar with the nomenclature); and as the Mobiles head honcho here at TechRadar, I'm filling in for Marc and Lance to introduce this MWC-heavy Week in Review. We saw everything from a suite of new smartphones to robot dogs and wearable AI-powered pins – and artificial intelligence was very much the buzz-phrase at MWC this year. There was AI in humanoid robots that felt like something out of sci-fi, and AI in cars, fitness apps, phones, laptops and more. Heck, even 5G modem chips from Qualcomm got a dose of smarter AI. And when AI wasn’t around, we saw other intriguing concept tech, including a laptop with a translucent display and a bending concept phone that you can wear; the future is going to be weird. Not everything was future-gazing though. We went hands-on with a prototype of the eagerly anticipated Samsung Galaxy Ring. The Nothing Phone 2a made an appearance – and it could take the budget phone smartphone arena by storm. And I checked out how iFixit and Lenovo have made a laptop that I could probably repair myself with a few tools and a bit of patience. We also gave 11 products a coveted TechRadar ‘Best of MWC’ award – check out the winners below. Away from MWC, there’s been good and bad Apple news to chew over this week, the Geneva Motor Show showcased some intriguing electric concept cars, and there are murmurs of a launch window for the Harry Potter TV show. So it’s been a busy week with plenty to excite, and to raise a few eyebrows. And with that, I’m off to have a lie down. Roland Moore-Colyer, Managing Editor, Mobile Computing [] The week at MWC 2024 [] [The best gadgets we've seen at MWC 2024]( It's been another bumper MWC (Honor / Xiaomi / Samsung / Humane / Future) [The best gadgets we've seen at MWC 2024]( Mobile World Congress has wrapped up for another year, and the TechRadar team has picked out the best gadgets that caught our eye, including Samsung's Galaxy Ring, the OnePlus Watch 2, a transparent laptop, and an impressive-looking EV from Xiaomi. [Read the full story]( [] - [The world's most advanced robot is uncannily good]( [] - [I answered a phone call using nothing but my eyes]( [] - [Lenovo's new ThinkPads just became my favorite laptops of MWC]( [] [We got hands-on with a Samsung Galaxy Ring prototype]( It's the Galaxy Ring, in prototype form (Samsung) [We got hands-on with a Samsung Galaxy Ring prototype]( One of our highlights of MWC was getting a first proper look at the new Galaxy Ring health tracker that's just been unveiled by Samsung. Samsung's health experts talked us through some of the features, and we're now even more excited for its launch. [Read the full story]( [] - [We also got to see the new Nothing Phone 2a in person]( [] - [Your next Samsung phone could have Face ID-beating face recognition tech]( [] - [Motorola's bendable concept phone is the silliest smartwatch ever]( [] The week in Apple [] [Apple's AI tipped to 'break new ground']( Siri could be getting a lot better this year (Apple) [Apple's AI tipped to 'break new ground']( Apple boss Tim Cook has been talking up the AI upgrades heading to Apple software and hardware later this year, telling shareholders that his company is going to "break new ground" when it comes to generative AI – so what might we see? [Read the full story]( [] - [It might be time to bid adieu to your Apple ID]( [] - [Apple's new FineWoven case is branded its 'worst ever' product]( [] - [M3 MacBook Air and iPad Pro models could be landing very soon]( [] This week's top deals picked by TechRadar's experts [] - [Get exclusive early access to Samsung's huge US spring sale]( [] - [Best Buy's massive 3-day sale is live – these are the 15 best deals]( [] - [Trade in your old phone for savings of up to $550 with Visible Wireless]( [] The week in entertainment [] [The best new movies and shows to stream this weekend]( Shōgun debuted this week on FX via Hulu and Disney Plus (FX on Hulu) [The best new movies and shows to stream this weekend]( Not off to see Dune: Part II in theaters this weekend? If you’re planning on staying in, historical epic Shōgun, Adam Sandler’s pensive sci-fi movie Spaceman, and political satire The Regime are among our recommendations for your viewing pleasure. [Read the full story]( [] - [Adam Sandler's Spaceman drifts aimlessly among the stars]( [] - [Harry Potter TV show slated to arrive in 2026]( [] - [James Gunn's Superman movie gets a new name and a first look at the suit]( [] The week in EVs [] [Musk says the Tesla Roadster is coming this year]( We've already caught a glimpse of the Roadster (Tesla) [Musk says the Tesla Roadster is coming this year]( The long-awaited Tesla Roadster could finally make an appearance before 2024 is over, according to Tesla CEO Elon Musk on (where else?) the X social network. "There will never be another car like this, if you could even call it a car," Musk has said. [Read the full story]( [] - [The 6 most exciting EVs from the Geneva Motor Show 2024]( [] - [It looks like the bubble car is back...]( [] - [...but the Apple Car is dead]( [] More of this week's top stories [] - [This robot lawnmower can run Doom at your next lawn party]( [] - [Elon Musk might have ruined Twitter, but he's not wrong about Windows 11]( [] - [The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 and Z Fold 6 could land in July]( [] - [I created an AI app in 10 minutes and it made me totally rethink AI]( [] - [Honda thinks the future of VR is this glorified electric unicycle]( Sharing TechRadar with your network keeps the quality of content high and these newsletters free. 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