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Daily Record
3 days ago
- Business
- Daily Record
'I shopped in a mystery tech bundle that rivals Wowcher and got £99 earphones for less'
Mystery bundles are popular with tech shoppers looking to bag high-end devices for as little as a tenner - here's how From a speedy Ninja airfryer to make cooking less of a hassle, a Nintendo Switch console, to a 65-inch TV, these are just some of the products shoppers could get from as little as £9.99 in the latest Tech Mystery deal from Wowcher, for those unfamiliar with it it's notoriously a pot-luck sale. While it's not guaranteed what items shoppers will walk away with, the raffle-style tickets see some shoppers get huge items for less than a tenner. This deal is divided into two categories - Standard and Premium both of which offer shoppers different options for their money. In the cheapest bundle items on the list include the Amazon Echo Show 5, Apple Watch Series 6, while one of the most offered items is a laptop sleeve. On the more expensive £19.99 bundle, items like a Nintendo Switch and Apple MacBook Air 7th Gen are up for grabs. The retailer has become a go-to for shoppers looking to take their chances at bagging a multi-hundred-pound device for less than £20, but it's not the only retailer. Another standout deal is the Discount Experts Ultimate Mystery Electronic Deal, which includes very similar items to Wowcher. Starting from a similar £9.99 entry rate and products like Beats headphones, LG TV, an Amazon Echo and De'Longhi Coffee Machines. Like Wowcher, it also reserves the bigger ticket items for its £19.99 package - prices which many will spot are the same price as the fellow money-saving deals site. This is where the 55-inch LG TV is up for grabs, but in contrast to Wowcher, Discount Experts highlight how many shoppers will win each product, which is just one shopper for the TV whereas 750 customers will get a Veho Bluetooth speaker. While I've not taken part in Wowcher's Mystery tech sale before, I can speak for what the Discount Experts mystery tech bundles are like, as I've done one before - I only paid £21.99 at the time, much higher than the current £19.99 Gold price, and got headphones - a pair which at the time I said rivalled Apple. Covering my experience for The Manchester Evening News I said: "Having seen the growing interest surrounding the mystery boxes I decided to test it out, pushed by my inquisitiveness I wanted to see if shoppers really were getting a 'bargain of the century' or simply paying an extortionate price for a bit of tech you could get in the pound store. "About a week later I got a thin parcel envelope through my letterbox with my mystery Black Friday product inside, it wasn't an iPad but an Apple dupe I was perfectly happy with. Inside the mystery envelope (NOT BOX) was a pair of Candi London i16 Wireless Earphones, which, according to Discount Experts cost £99. "One downside of the process was the questionable emails after purchasing the tier - instead of emailing to say 'your item is on the way' or 'thank you for your order', each email update had lots of misleading deals." It's worth noting that if you spot an item in the Wowcher Mystery Sale and really want it, many are featured in other sales - although this obviously means paying considerably more for them with the assurance you'll actually receive it.
Tom's Guide
6 days ago
- Tom's Guide
watchOS 26 preview: 5 new Apple Watch features I can't wait to try
Your Apple Watch is about to get a major (free) update — at least if you own an Apple Watch Series 6 or later. During last week's WWDC, we got our first detailed look at watchOS 12… I mean, watchOS 26. Going forward, Apple's latest operating system release will reflect the last two digits of the coming year. This change affects not just watchOS but all Apple operating systems for Mac, iPhone, iPad, and so forth. While the introduction of a new 'liquid glass' aesthetic — borrowed from visionOS — is easily the most visually impactful change to the Apple Watch operating system in years, it's not the improvement I'm most excited about. In fact, it doesn't even make my top five list. Nope. As someone who reviews smartwatches for a living, these are the five new Apple Watch features coming in watchOS 26 I'm most excited to try in 2025. Ever since Apple introduced its "shake to shuffle" feature on iPod, I've been hooked on the concept of gesture controls for gadgets. Presently, the Apple Watch Series 9, Series 10 and Ultra 2 also support Apple's Double Tap gesture control, where users can press their index finger and thumb together on the watch-worn hand to trigger a customizable action. Essentially, it will free you from having to interact with the screen when you're otherwise distracted. Now Apple is adding even more gesture control in the form of "Wrist Flick." With the release of watchOS 26, this action will allow you to silence alarms, dismiss calls and messages, turn off timers and quiet pings. Essentially, it will free you from having to interact with the screen when you're otherwise distracted, or in the case of sleeping, don't feel like opening your eyes. Unfortunately, this seemingly super-useful new gesture will only be available on the Series 9, 10 and Ultra 2 models. Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. Speaking of annoying pings and notifications, watchOS 26 should make your Apple Watch feel a little less intrusive during the day-to-day. The new operating system introduces smarter notifications that take a hint from your surroundings. Rather than let the entire library reading room or train quiet car know that you've received a message from a friend, your Apple Watch will now measure the ambient noise levels of your surroundings and adjust the notification sound volume accordingly to be less irritating to those around you. Last year's watchOS 11 release introduced on-wrist translations. Now, Apple is taking the concept a step further with 'Live Translation' in the messaging app. This new tool, available on the Series 9, 10 and Ultra 2, will automatically translate incoming texts into a user's default language. I could see this feature being particularly useful when traveling abroad, especially if you're the type of person who easily makes friends while on holiday, language barriers be damned. This also seems like a super handy tool for communicating with friends and family members partial to a language other than your own. Now I can visually scan my shopping list — created on my iPhone hours prior — mid grocery run via a glance at the wrist. I use Apple's Notes app for a wide range of tasks, from jotting down grocery and to-do lists, to recording dreams, article concepts, date night ideas and so much more. Now, finally, Apple is bringing this simple yet oh-so-useful app to the Apple Watch. Users will be able to record notes either via dictation, the tiny virtual keyboard or through Siri. Of course, you don't need to create the note on your Apple Watch. As always, a user's notes get shared across all connected devices, meaning now I can visually scan my shopping list — created earlier on my iPhone — mid-grocery run via a glance at the wrist. Rumors strongly suggested some sort of AI-powered workout coach coming to Apple Watch, and they turned out to be true. Apple's new AI "Workout Buddy" feature — available on Series 9, 10 and Ultra 2 — is designed to deliver personalized words of encouragement, wellness insights and more mid and post workout. These messages — delivered via Bluetooth audio — are based on factors like your current heart rate, pace or speed, as well as Activity Ring history and personal workout milestones. Once you're done, the Workout Buddy sums up your efforts with key stats, along with some final thoughts to gas you up for your next session. While it sounds a tad cheesy to me (do I really need a computer-generated voice giving me a pep talk before my next bike ride?), I'm cautiously optimistic that this is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to AI-powered health features on Apple Watch. The watchOS 26 developer beta is available now, while the public beta — which anyone can try — is set for a July release. As with previous updates, the full release of watchOS 26 is expected in the fall. All Apple Watch models Series 6 and later are eligible for the upgrade, as well as both SE and Ultra models.
North Wales Live
6 days ago
- Business
- North Wales Live
Shoppers can snag PS5, MacBook, AirPods and more in £20 Wowcher mystery deal
For anyone tempted to treat themselves to a new tech gadget, Wowcher's latest mystery tech deal which relaunched this week might be worth a flutter. With two price tiers available, lucky shoppers could potentially bag a PlayStation 5 or a brand new 4K TV for less than £20. The latest in a series of Mystery Boxes from the online retailer, this deal is split into two tiers. Buyers can choose from Standard or Premium tier, with each offering a range of mystery prizes, including: Standard Tier (£9.99) Bryte Touch Moon Light Desiretech Laptop Sleeve Bluetooth Speaker Beauty Station – in Black or White Insta Heater with Remote Control 3 pack LED photo clip lights Echo Show 5 Apple Watch Series 6 5.8L Air Fryer Audi Licensed 12V Kids Electric Ride-On Xbox Series S Meanwhile, for shoppers who spend a little bit more there are even more gadgets up for grabs in the Premium Tier (£19.99) Mini Ceramic Heater Spider Robot Toy 7-10Kg Salt Lamp Electric Foot Warmer Apple AirPods Max - Sky Blue Nintendo Switch - White Veltech X230 50" 4K Ultra HD Smart TV [2024] - VR50UX230 Daewoo hot water dispenser Apple MacBook Air 13.3″ 7th Gen Sony PlayStation®5 Digital Edition Console Drone with 1080P HD Camera Once buyers have chosen which tier they want to plump for, they will be given a voucher to redeem for their mystery prize. Shoppers are told what they've won before they input their shipping details, and are even offered a chance to swap their prize for something else in the prize pool if they aren't happy, reports the Manchester Evening News. Some of these gadgets offer fantastic value, such as the PlayStation 5 Digital Edition console that retails for £329 at Argos. The AirPods Max, seldom on sale and currently priced at £495 at EE, are also up for grabs. Even the cheaper Standard tier boasts some treasures, like a Ninja 5.8L Air Fryer or the Apple Watch Series 6 smart watch. Both retail for hundreds of pounds brand new, making them a tempting proposition with a £9.99 price tag. More than 15,000 customers have already purchased this Wowcher Mystery Box, with 21 sales in the last 24 hours at the time of writing. According to Wowcher, it's selling fast. While there are no reviews of the Tech Mystery Box on the Wowcher website, some shoppers have taken to Reddit to discuss the risk involved. "Has anyone ever done a Wowcher mystery deal?" one curious user inquired. Plenty of shoppers responded saying they'd given them a go and had ended up with Bluetooth speakers rather than the top-end prizes. Each prize in the pool has different odds of being selected, with the more expensive items in fewer supply. The chances of winning each item aren't disclosed on the Wowcher deal page, but it's important to realise that you're far more likely to receive lower-cost items like the Mini Ceramic Heater and Salt Lamp than snagging a TV, PlayStation or MacBook. For those with a particular gadget in mind, purchasing it directly is probably the best bet. But for shoppers who like a bit of mystery in their lives, taking a punt on the £19.99 Mystery Box deal could be a real winner. How to snap up the Wowcher Mystery Tech Deal from £9.99 To be in with the chance to snap up some cut-price tech, buyers must:
Wales Online
6 days ago
- Business
- Wales Online
Shoppers can snag PS5, MacBook, AirPods and more in £20 Wowcher mystery deal
For anyone tempted to treat themselves to a new tech gadget, Wowcher's latest mystery tech deal which relaunched this week might be worth a flutter. With two price tiers available, lucky shoppers could potentially bag a PlayStation 5 or a brand new 4K TV for less than £20. The latest in a series of Mystery Boxes from the online retailer, this deal is split into two tiers. Buyers can choose from Standard or Premium tier, with each offering a range of mystery prizes, including: Standard Tier (£9.99) Bryte Touch Moon Light Desiretech Laptop Sleeve Bluetooth Speaker Beauty Station – in Black or White Insta Heater with Remote Control 3 pack LED photo clip lights Echo Show 5 Apple Watch Series 6 5.8L Air Fryer Audi Licensed 12V Kids Electric Ride-On Xbox Series S Meanwhile, for shoppers who spend a little bit more there are even more gadgets up for grabs in the Premium Tier (£19.99) Mini Ceramic Heater Spider Robot Toy 7-10Kg Salt Lamp Electric Foot Warmer Apple AirPods Max - Sky Blue Nintendo Switch - White Veltech X230 50" 4K Ultra HD Smart TV [2024] - VR50UX230 Daewoo hot water dispenser Apple MacBook Air 13.3″ 7th Gen Sony PlayStation®5 Digital Edition Console Drone with 1080P HD Camera Once buyers have chosen which tier they want to plump for, they will be given a voucher to redeem for their mystery prize. Shoppers are told what they've won before they input their shipping details, and are even offered a chance to swap their prize for something else in the prize pool if they aren't happy, reports the Manchester Evening News. Some of these gadgets offer fantastic value, such as the PlayStation 5 Digital Edition console that retails for £329 at Argos. The AirPods Max, seldom on sale and currently priced at £495 at EE, are also up for grabs. Wowcher Mystery Tech Box Wowcher Mystery Tech Box For shoppers who like a bit of mystery in their lives, the Wowcher Mystery Tech deal could be a winner. from £9.99 Wowcher Buy Now Even the cheaper Standard tier boasts some treasures, like a Ninja 5.8L Air Fryer or the Apple Watch Series 6 smart watch. Both retail for hundreds of pounds brand new, making them a tempting proposition with a £9.99 price tag. More than 15,000 customers have already purchased this Wowcher Mystery Box, with 21 sales in the last 24 hours at the time of writing. According to Wowcher, it's selling fast. (Image: Wowcher) While there are no reviews of the Tech Mystery Box on the Wowcher website, some shoppers have taken to Reddit to discuss the risk involved. "Has anyone ever done a Wowcher mystery deal?" one curious user inquired. Plenty of shoppers responded saying they'd given them a go and had ended up with Bluetooth speakers rather than the top-end prizes. Each prize in the pool has different odds of being selected, with the more expensive items in fewer supply. The chances of winning each item aren't disclosed on the Wowcher deal page, but it's important to realise that you're far more likely to receive lower-cost items like the Mini Ceramic Heater and Salt Lamp than snagging a TV, PlayStation or MacBook. For those with a particular gadget in mind, purchasing it directly is probably the best bet. But for shoppers who like a bit of mystery in their lives, taking a punt on the £19.99 Mystery Box deal could be a real winner. How to snap up the Wowcher Mystery Tech Deal from £9.99 To be in with the chance to snap up some cut-price tech, buyers must: Choose from Standard or Premium tier and complete the purchaser at checkout here. Wait to receive a code via email Redeem the Wowcher code to reveal the prize Enter delivery details (delivery costs from £2.99 per voucher). For full terms and conditions, visit the Wowcher Mystery Deals page.
Hans India
11-06-2025
- Hans India
Apple introduces watchOS 26 with smarter fitness, one-hand gestures & real-time translations
At WWDC 2025, Apple took the wraps off watchOS 26, its latest smartwatch operating system, bringing a major visual upgrade and smarter, AI-powered features. Designed for Apple Watch Series 6 and above, this update blends aesthetics with intelligence, focusing on fitness, communication, and daily usability. Sleek New Look: Liquid Glass UI The standout design element of watchOS 26 is Liquid Glass — a translucent, flowing interface that enhances the look of widgets, notifications, and Control Centre panels. Even the Photos watch face has been reimagined, with numbers that shimmer in Liquid Glass for a more personalized touch. Your AI Fitness Coach: Workout Buddy One of the biggest additions is Workout Buddy, an AI-driven coaching tool that gives real-time spoken feedback during workouts. It uses your fitness data—like heart rate and progress on Activity rings—to deliver motivation and tips. For instance: 'You're 18 minutes away from closing your Exercise ring.' Voiced by Apple Fitness+ trainers, this feature currently supports workouts like running, walking, cycling, HIIT, and strength training, and works with Bluetooth headphones and a paired iPhone. Smarter Workout Controls The Workout app now features a simplified interface, with easy-access buttons for Custom Workouts, Race Route, and more. It can also auto-play your favorite Apple Music playlists or podcasts when you begin exercising, personalizing your session from the first rep. One-Handed Gestures and Smarter Alerts New sensor-based controls let you flick your wrist to dismiss notifications or decline calls. Alerts are now context-aware too, adjusting volume depending on ambient noise levels. Live Translations in Messaging Messaging gets a global upgrade with live translation—incoming texts are translated into your chosen language, and your replies can be automatically translated back. Apple also introduced smart reply actions, like prompting you to start a Check In or send Apple Cash based on the context of a conversation. Smarter Smart Stack Smart Stack now uses machine learning to offer suggestions based on time, location, and activity. It might, for example, prompt you to start a workout as you step into the gym. New Apps and Accessibility Features Notes App: Now available on Apple Watch for quick voice memos or written entries. Live Listen: Real-time audio captions directly on your wrist for the hearing-impaired. Phone App Upgrades: Features like Hold Assist and Call Screening make managing support and unknown calls easier than ever. Availability watchOS 26 is available now to developers, with a public beta launching next month and a full release expected later in 2025. It's a free update for Apple Watch Series 6 and newer models, including the SE 2nd gen and Ultra series. Some features, like Workout Buddy and real-time translations, require a newer iPhone, such as the iPhone 15 Pro or iPhone 16.
