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• BenQ PV3200U is a 32-inch 4K monitor with calibrated color display for content creators
• It has an integrated 2.1 audio system with woofer but headphones may still be required
• A wireless Hotkey Puck lets users make quicker adjustments during editing

BenQ has taken the wraps off its new 32-inch 4K monitor designed primarily for video creators who want better audio than usually found in mid-range monitors.

The PV3200U’s display combines a calibrated panel with an integrated 2.1 sound system. The monitor offers 95% DCI-P3 coverage along with full Rec.709 and sRGB, aiming to deliver consistent visuals across platforms.

With factory calibration at Delta E ≤ 2, BenQ says editors can expect color stability whether producing for Mac, Windows, or mobile playback.

Wireless Hotkey Puck

M-book Mode and ICCsync are included to match Mac devices more closely, which can help reduce unwanted shifts once projects move beyond the editing stage.

While most monitors only include basic speakers, the PV3200U introduces a small 5W woofer alongside dual 2W speakers to produce a fuller sound. It’s hard to say without hearing it in action, whether it will be good enough to replace headphones for detailed audio editing, so you may want to try before you buy.

PV3200U has a useful Studio Mode designed to preserve audio detail by avoiding unnecessary processing, something BenQ says will provide users with an accurate reference point.

To reduce clutter and simplify setup across multiple devices, the monitor makes use of a single USB-C cable to carry 4K video, transfer data, and provide up to 65W charging.

A wireless Hotkey Puck is included, giving users quicker access to adjustments during editing.

The ergonomic stand supports tilt, swivel, pivot, and height adjustments, which should be handy for different working styles.

“Creators shouldn’t have to guess how their content will look and sound once it’s live,” said Peter Huang, President of BenQ Corporation.

“Too often, post-production color shifts and flat audio edits hamper YouTubers. PV3200U’s precise color, clear sound editing, and seamless device compatibility empower creators to trust the creative process from first cut to final upload.”

By combining color precision, integrated audio, and simplified connectivity, BenQ is positioning the PV3200U as an all-in-one editing solution for YouTubers and the like, but whether it can truly do away with the need for external gear is up for debate. Many creators will need convincing that a single screen can replace dedicated speakers and other hardware for critical work.

The PV3200U monitor is priced at £699 in the UK and available to buy from here. No word on global availability yet.

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Let me start off with an apology: I’m sorry I’m writing this article now, as we’re probably only three weeks away from the launch of the next-generation iPhones, which we and many others in the tech world have dubbed the iPhone 17.

That means you should almost certainly wait for the reveal of the new iPhones rather than rush out and buy one unless you absolutely need it; even then it might be better to get a pre-owned older model or an iPhone 16e that to tide you over and one that’ll act as a backup phone once you have a fully new iPhone.

So yeah, I could end the article there and apologize that I’m late to the game here; we’ve had a big Prime Day sale event and the launch of the Google Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, and Pixel 10 Pro XL, and Pixel 10 Pro Fold to distract me.

But there are two questions that I can still mostly answer: if you have waited, should you be excited? And if you’ve just got an iPhone 16 model, did you make a mistake? I think I can answer them both at the same time.

Apple anticipation

Starting with the second question first: No, I don’t think you made a mistake, as I think all the iPhone 16 models are rather good. While I don’t love that the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus still use 60Hz displays, they are still fine phones if you’re happy to play in Apple’s walled garden.

And I’m a big advocate for the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max, the latter of which I use as my personal phone, as they blend performance, sleek industrial design, and great cameras into a seamless user experience. They may be a tad boring and incremental compared to some of the best Android phones, but you simply can't go wrong with these iPhones.

Going by the rumors so far, I'm not convinced that the iPhone 17 series will offer a big step up from the current crop of phones. There’s a hint that there'll be 120Hz displays for all four new iPhones, which I’d very much welcome as I love a high-refresh-rate display. And the Pro iPhones are tipped to get a 48-megapixel telephoto camera, which should help give a boost to zoomed-in shots.

There is the rumored iPhone 17 Air, which could replace the Plus model and offer a tall but slim iPhone option, but I don't expect it to be a revolution in Apple phone design.

Aside from that and likely improved A-series chips, it doesn't feel like this year will usher in a big step-change for the iPhone. So my feeling is you don’t need to be super excited for the next Apple event from a phones perspective, but you can pretty much guarantee that an iPhone 17 will once again offer the best iPhone experience, even if it’s only an incremental upgrade over the iPhone 16.

It’s on the AI side that I think Apple will garner a bit more attention with the iPhones this year. The launch of Apple Intelligence wasn't a smooth one, and it’s only recently that I’ve started to feel some of the benefits of it. As such, I reckon Apple will focus a bit more on the new AI features that’ll come with the new iPhones, as well as emphasize those revealed at WWDC 2025 with the showcase of iOS 26.

I’d expect the Cupertino crew to really focus on what Apple Intelligence features will be available for the iPhone 17 straight out of the box, rather than those that may have a regional or staggered rollout. Of course, if you have an iPhone 16, you’ll almost certainly be able to run these features after an update, yet that’ll still mean an iPhone 17-centric Apple event is worth watching.

With that in mind, TechRadar will be looking at bringing you all the news, announcements, and analysis live for the next Apple event, and in the run-up, we’ll be perusing the rumors and last-minute leaks. So keep an eye out for that.

And do let me know in the comments below if you're looking forward to the next-generation iPhones.

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• Apple may stick with the Camera Control button
• Previous rumors suggested it wouldn't be on the iPhone 18
• We may see a simpler button on future iPhones

Last week we heard a rumor that the iPhone 17 would be the last to sport the Camera Control, which was only introduced last year with the iPhone 16 – but a fresh leak suggests the button will live on, albeit in a different form.

The new rumor comes from well-known tipster Instant Digital (via MacRumors), which states that Camera Control components are in production for the iPhone 18. That refutes the idea that Apple would get rid of it as it's not seeing a lot of use.

There is a twist though: Apple is apparently removing the capacitive sensor next year to cut down on costs. That's the sensor that detects any kind of touch or swipe, enabling users to gradually change settings like exposure or zoom.

That will leave only the pressure sensor, detecting distinct touches of different strengths. We'll have to wait and see how that might affect the different functions of Camera Control – some of them might be remapped or replaced, with the help of iOS.

Mixed reactions

We're expecting Apple CEO Tim Cook to introduce the iPhone 17 next month (Image credit: Getty Images)

When the Camera Control was introduced with the iPhone 16 models, Apple described it as a feature that "elevates the camera experience" and which is "packed with innovation" – offering easier access to various camera controls and Visual Intelligence.

In our iPhone 16 review, we described it as "major enhancement" for the Apple handsets, and in fact the "best addition" to the 2024 handsets. However, it didn't make an appearance on the iPhone 16e that Apple launched the following February.

Despite our enthusiasm for the small button, it's fair to say the reaction overall has been mixed. Some have struggled to find a real purpose for the Camera Control, but it seems that some time and effort investment is required to make the most of it.

What seems clear is that we'll get the standard Camera Control button back again with all four iPhone 17 handsets in September – including, if the leaks are to be believed, the iPhone 17 Air that's supposedly replacing the iPhone 16 Plus this year.

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I've been a happy iPhone owner since the 3GS way back in 2009, and yes, I have upgraded since then. Not once in those 16 years have I been genuinely tempted to switch to Android or a Pixel phone. But watching the Google Pixel 10 launch this week was the first time in a while that I've started to at least entertain a non-Apple future.

Google's new Pixels are far from perfect, and I'm still a long way from switching. But it was the overall tone of the event (from a tech perspective, rather than the celebrity cringe-fest) that left me sensing a momentum shift in smartphones. Pixels will continue to be niche compared to iPhones, but Google knows that AI is its era – and the Pixel 10 launch showed that its bullishness is well-founded.

The Pixels are the most iPhone-like phones on Android – rather than flashy specs and benchmark battles, they're all about features. And it's those features, plus Google's surprise push into repairability and fun accessories, that caught my eye as a long-time Apple fan.

Here are the five things that I think Apple needs to respond to at its iPhone 17 launch in September.

1. Genuinely useful AI features

The big asterisk here is we don't know exactly how well Google's new AI features, like Magic Cue, are going to work in practice. And I've also lost count of the number of times Google has promised us seamless AI wizardry, only for it to fall apart on contact with the real world.

But my impression from the Pixel 10 launch is that Google has some great ideas and, most importantly, is in the best position to pull them off. Take Magic Cue, for example – it's billed as the AI smartphone assistant we've all wanted for the past few years, popping up with relevant files or calendar entries when we're messaging or phoning friends.

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Even as an iPhone user, I'm still very much in Google's world as a user of Calendar, Maps, and Gmail. I even use the Gmail app instead of Apple Mail on my iPhone. So the idea of an AI assistant that can make connections between all those services is an appealing one – and I don't really see Apple Intelligence doing that better than Gemini anytime soon.

Obviously, there are privacy concerns, and it'll likely be a slow-burn feature initially, but a lot of Google's AI features, like voice translation, work well on-device. It's long felt like Apple is playing catch-up in the AI spaces that appeal to me most, which aren't Genmojis and Image Playground. And the Pixel 10 launch really rammed that home.

2. Foldable first steps

Google knows it isn't a leader in foldables, but I like the fact that it's willing to at least throw its hat into the ring and iterate. As our hands-on Google Pixel 10 Fold review concludes, it isn't a reinvention and remains a few steps behind the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 due to its inferior weight, thickness, and cameras.

But the foldable's existence makes the Pixel 10 lineup feel more exciting. If I were on Team Pixel rather than Apple, I'd be comforted in knowing that while Google isn't a foldables champion, it's at least refining its craft and getting the real-world feedback it needs to make a great Pixel Fold one day. Maybe.

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After so many years with Apple, I know that isn't how it rolls with new technology. It waits for others to publicly iron out the kinks before leapfrogging everyone with the polished version they've been stumbling towards. In theory, at least.

Am I confident it'll do this with foldables? Not particularly, if the Apple Vision Pro and Apple Intelligence are anything to go by. The iPhone Fold is rumored to be solving a lot of foldable issues (screen creases, weak hinges, and more), but by the time it launches, I might be more excited about screen-less AI gadgets that'll make foldables look like a Psion Organizer.

3. AI health coach

Health and fitness is the area where I'm most excited about AI's personalized potential. While I've long been a fan of open-water swimming and triathlons, I've never been a true data nerd with BPM and VO2 max – so that's why Google's new AI health coach really appeals.

Unfortunately, we didn't hear much in the way of specifics, but the concept is exciting – a personal AI health coach, trained on your exercise, sleep, and nutrition data, that can make little tweaks to your plans based on your metrics and how you're feeling.

I've always struggled with the tension between training plans and real life, with injuries, poor sleep, and other events often clothes-lining my good intentions, and leading to prolonged breaks. In theory, the new AI health coach for the redesigned Fitbit app could solve this – for example, letting me conversationally chat with the assistant about exercises for my stiff back or the best alternative workout for my sleep-deprived body.

Is Apple making something like this? Almost certainly, with rumors about Project Mulberry recently suggesting that an AI health coach will be part of a revamped Apple Health app. But I'm again not convinced that Apple is best-placed to win here – Google's AI coach is powered by Gemini, and so far Apple Intelligence features have been underwhelming.

4. Camera consistency

I've long been a buyer of Pro model iPhones, because cameras are important to me – but I don't see why telephoto cameras should be reserved for pricier models anymore. The Pixel 10 series has done away with this disparity, with even the base model now coming with a 5x telephoto camera.

This reflects well on the Pixel series as a whole. They're much friendlier to the average photographer than iPhones, which are rumored to again be keeping their telephoto cameras restricted to Pro models on the iPhone 17 range. Even as a Pro owner, that feels a bit mean.

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This sense of making photography accessible to everyone is also behind Camera Coach, a new AI feature that tells you how best to compose and shoot photos. It isn't a feature I'd use, but I like the concept and I'm glad that it exists.

That said, I'm not a fan of all of Google's AI camera features. Its new 100x Pro Res Zoom feature (not to be confused with Super Res Zoom) sounds like it's overstepping the mark when it comes to how much AI-created detail is in our photos. It doesn't yet work on people, and Pro Res Zoom photos are tagged as 'edited with AI tools', but it still feels like a slippery slope for a default camera app to me.

5. The Pixel Watch 4's repairability

I'm a longtime Apple Watch owner, but the new Pixel Watch 4 has beaten it to a very cool feature. As long as you have a Torx screwdriver, you can replace its battery or display at home.

Impressively, this much-needed feature doesn't affect the smartwatch's waterproofing. The only downside is that Google has had to move the charging pins to the side of the device, which means yet another new charging dock. Still, that dock also looks pretty cool, and the repairability is overall a big net win.

(Image credit: Google)

While I'm expecting the Apple Watch to match the Pixel Watch 4's other big upgrade –phone-free satellite connectivity for emergencies – I'm less confident we'll see any major design changes to this year's Apple Watch 11.

The rumors are pointing to a major redesign for the Apple Watch 12, but there's still nothing in the speculation about repairability. It's another area where it again feels like Apple is lagging behind and happy to rest on its 'Carbon Neutral' laurels, but I hope I'm pleasantly surprised come September.

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• Cadence tool helps Nvidia model Rubin GPU power demands across billions of cycles
• Early analysis will help Nvidia improve chip efficiency and power consumption levels
• Nvidia and AMD hardware both contribute to Cadence emulation and prototyping platform

Cadence Design Systems has created a Dynamic Power Analysis tool designed to handle very large chip designs, including Nvidia’s Rubin GPU which carries more than 40 billion gates.

eeNews Europe reports the software operates on the Palladium Z3 emulator, allowing engineers to examine with incredibly high accuracy how energy is consumed across billions of cycles in only a few hours.

This is especially useful for AI accelerators like Rubin, where workloads vary widely and can stress different areas of the design at different times.

Addressing early bottlenecks

Power modelling is increasingly important as chips grow larger and energy demands rise.

Rubin could draw around 700W for a single die, with multi-chip configurations consuming up to 3.6kW. By running early simulations, design teams can size networks more accurately, spotting and addressing bottlenecks before the chip even reaches production.

eeNews says Rubin has been reported to require a respin. It taped out with TSMC in June on its 3nm N3P process, but Nvidia is looking to further boost performance in preparation for a battle against AMD’s upcoming MI450.

This could delay the first Rubin samples into 2026, although shipments are still expected to begin towards the end of that year.

The Cadence DPA app will play a central role in navigating these challenges, eeNews says. The emulator can reportedly handle up to 48 billion gates, supporting chip-level estimation of peaks and averages in power draw.

This enables developers to balance performance with efficiency while also limiting risks of delay from underpowered or oversized networks.

The Palladium Z3 platform itself uses Nvidia’s BlueField data processing unit and Quantum Infiniband networking to connect with the Protium X3 FPGA prototyping system.

The Protium platform is based on AMD Ultrascale FPGAs, which can run RTL models of designs, enabling early software testing before silicon is available. In this way, both Nvidia and AMD hardware are involved in supporting Rubin’s design cycle.

Cadence first introduced a DPA app in 2016, but the rising complexity of AI processors has since made such tools essential.

In Rubin’s case, the analysis and prototyping platforms will help engineers manage power demands at a scale not seen before, and the lessons learned here are expected to filter down into consumer products as the technology matures.

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• iOS 26 will usher in CarPlay’s biggest overhaul in years
• Expect big improvements to Maps and other popular driving apps
• Live Activity widgets allow more information to be displayed on-screen

This September, Apple users will receive a notification to update their numerous devices to iOS 26 – which is arguably one of the biggest updates to its products in recent years.

Alongside a new “Liquid Glass” interface, the Californian tech giant will introduce a number of new features and app updates that will benefit those who like to plug in their iPhone and make use of CarPlay convenience on the road.

Arguably the hottest new feature involves Live Activities making its debut in the CarPlay environment, acting as a handy widget that can sit alongside navigation instructions and audio apps to give easy-to-digest updates on important live events.

In the examples Apple has released so far, Live Activity appears as a flight-tracking app that shows the flight’s progress and flags if it is delayed or not – very handy for picking up friends and family from the airport.

Other uses for the feed include live weather updates, keeping up with sports scores or tracking the progress of an Uber Eats delivery. But it isn't the only update coming to CarPlay in iOS 26 – here's what else is changing...

1. Keep things personal

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The new Liquid Glass look will also afford CarPlay users greater control over the way their CarPlay system feels. Rather than simple Light and Dark modes, there is also the option to lightly customize the background from a pre-selected list of wallpapers.

Users can also choose a ‘transparent’ appearance that offers more separation between the app icons and the background. Early insights, like this one from Tom's Guide, claim that is less distracting and easier to use while driving.

2. First responder

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In the current generation of CarPlay, incoming text messages are chiefly handled by Siri, which means responses have to be composed using vocal prompts.

Anyone that uses CarPlay on a regular basis knows that this can be a little hit-and-miss, with the often noisy car environment confusing Siri, resulting in garbled messages. Personally, it often takes me several attempts to draft a coherent response.

In iOS 26, CarPlay will offer a 'Tapback' function to incoming messages, allowing quick replies via a pre-populated list of common responses – much like you can on an iPhone right now.

This negates the need to compose a message, as you’ll simply be able to reply with “I’m driving, call you later” or something to that effect via a single tap.

On top of this, Apple is building in Call Screening, which gathers information from the caller and delivers it to the driver, so you can decide whether or not you need to interrupt that fascinating podcast and take the call.

3. Home screen hero

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Alongside the ability to customize the look and feel of CarPlay to a degree, Apple will also introduce widgets to a dedicated panel, which will allow things like a digital clock, a calendar and even Apple Home shortcuts to be organized on a home screen for effortless viewing.

This set-up can act as an overall shortcut to more iPhone integrated content. For example, clicking on a calendar entry could also bring up any associated location, which will then open in a mapping service of choice.

Overall, there should be less need to pick up your iPhone and interact with it when behind the wheel, which is not only distracting and dangerous, it's also highly illegal in many countries.

4. Video on-demand

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Following this summer’s WWDC 2025 show, Apple quietly revealed that CarPlay would allow videos to be played on vehicle infotainment displays via its AirPlay streaming standard, meaning users could enjoy content when parked up.

However, there are a couple of major caveats, the first being that not all entertainment apps support AirPlay, so you won’t be able to watch Netflix, for example.

Secondly, we reported earlier this year that automakers will need to enable this feature separately to the rest of the CarPlay functionality, so it will be added on a case-by-case basis, taking into account local laws and legislations.

It’s not a massive issue, as many modern vehicles are already offering a number of popular streaming services natively via their various infotainment systems. But the ability to stream video could also be a boon for those with older or less capable infotainment systems.

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This week, we had Made by Google, the annual showcase where Google debuts its latest Pixel devices – and it served up a real treat!

We also got some brand new streaming goodies, including Peacemaker Season 2 (following Superman, we’re a lot more keen to see what the DCU is serving up nowadays).

To catch up on all that and more, scroll down for the 7 biggest tech news stories of the week (spoilers: there’s a fair bit of Google in here, but that’s no bad thing).

7. Silksong got a release date at Gamescom

(Image credit: Future)

Kicking things off with a different G, Gamescom 2025 was this week, and by far the biggest announcement is that Silksong finally has a release date, and it's in just two weeks on September 4. This writer couldn’t be more excited, and taking a Switch 2 with us to IFA has transitioned from a good idea to a must.

There’s also a new Lego Batman game. Legacy of the Dark Knight looks to combine elements of the most iconic Batman stories from across comics and the films, as well as gameplay which looks ripped from the Arkhamverse games – with, of course, a healthy dollop of iconic humor Lego titles are synonymous with.

We also got Black Ops 7 details, a look at Fallout Season 2, a Lords of the Fallen 2 trailer, a first look at the Sekiro No Defeat anime, and a teaser for Black Myth: Zhong Kui – among so, so, so much more.

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6. Apple TV+ got pricier

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Another day, another streaming service hiking up its prices – and this time, it’s Apple TV+. Apple’s streaming service shocked this week by raising prices for the third time in three years.

The changes took immediate effect on Thursday (August 21) for new subscribers, while existing customers will see their next renewal bill jump from $9.99 to $12.99 in the US, from £8.99 to £9.99 in the UK, and from AU$12.99 to AU$15.99 in Australia.

If you’re considering canceling your subscription off the back of the news, then it’s worth looking at ways you can avoid the Apple TV+ price hike, as you can save money by signing up for an annual account, bundle, or Apple TV+ free trial – which is essential if you’re a Slow Horses fan!

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5. Spotify stole and improved an Apple Music feature

(Image credit: Shutterstock / Taner Muhlis Karaguzel)

Earlier this week, Spotify unveiled a new in-app feature that allows users to transition seamlessly between songs in new and existing playlists by tapping the ‘Mix’ button in the filter toolbar. The feature is similar to Apple Music’s AutoMix function, but Spotify is allowing you to customize your own cross-overs.

When you enable the feature, tabs will appear between each track in your playlist, marking each transition. The ‘Auto’ preset will be applied at first, meaning that Spotify will automatically transition the songs for you, but you can also choose from a selection of presets such as ‘Melt’ and ‘Wave’, or create your own transitions by playing around with its volume, EQ, and effect curves functions to craft a perfectly-blended playlist from start to finish.

According to Spotify’s blog post, its answer to Apple Music’s AutoMix is being rolled out in beta to ‘eligible Premium users’, but we don’t know when it will be available for all paying Spotify subscribers just yet.

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4. We watched Peacemaker Season 2

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As another terrifically written and acted installment of the HBO Max Original, Peacemaker season 2 gets more than a thumbs-up from us.

Set a few months after Gunn's Superman movie, Peacemaker season 2 reunites us with Chris Smith (John Cena), aka the eponymous anti-hero, as he continues to struggle with reconciling his past.

It’s an impressive, entertaining, and startlingly thought-provoking continuation of its predecessor. A series packed with the usual trappings of a James Gunn project – dark and awkward humor, heart-wrenching moments, action-heavy sequences, a banging soundtrack, reams of melodrama, and broken characters you can't help but adore – it's must-see TV for DC comic book devotees, nascent DCU fans, and casual observers alike.

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3. Google Pixel Buds 2a made their debut

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Google has launched the Pixel Buds 2a, aka the new most affordable Pixel earbuds. And in case you already own the Pro 2, Google gave those some useful free upgrades (coming September) at the same time.

As well as being the first A-series earbuds to get active noise cancellation (which Google says is 1.5x better than the noise-nixing you’d find in the original Pixel Buds Pro), they’re the smallest and lightest Pixel Buds to date, with Google's Silent Seal 1.5 to help block unwanted ambient audio – and we've given it a try in our early Pixel 2a hands-on.

As you'd expect, they work with Google's Gemini – but it’s good to see the latest 'Live with Gemini' variation of the service for real-time conversational responses.

And what of the Pixel Buds Pro 2 updates? There's a new color option, Moonstone (to match the Google Pixel 10 phone range), plus a free software update for all the other perks.

From September 2025, Pixel Buds Pro 2 will gain Adaptive Audio (Google's take on adaptive noise cancelling) alongside Loud Noise Protection and head gesture control, so you can pick up calls and reply to texts hands-free. They’ll also get better audio processing for using Gemini in noisier environments, Live with Gemini support, plus extra notifications about your battery level of the earbuds' case, so you're never caught short.

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2. Pixel Watch 4 dropped with first-of-its-kind features

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While the Google Pixel 10 phones were the headline attraction at the Made by Google event this week, the Pixel Watch 4 also got some attention. With features new to the smartwatch category, such as emergency satellite connectivity, replaceable batteries and screens, a fully-domed screen, and simple raise-to-talk access to Google Gemini, the future looks bright for Google's smartwatch (especially due to its 3,000-nit brightness screen). It arrived alongside the announcement of a personal AI health and fitness coach headlined by Stephen Curry, although there aren't too many details on this front.

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1. We got new Pixel Phones

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As expected, we got a whole new collection of Pixel phones from Google, including the Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, Pixel 10 Pro XL, and Pixel 10 Pro Fold, which brought some nice upgrades on the camera side, like better selfie cameras and a 5x optical zoom on the base model (unheard of).

Visually, none of the four phones, including the lovely Pixel 10 Pro Fold, got much of an update, but there are features that I think Pixel fans will appreciate. They’re all running the new Tensor G5, and, naturally, that’s powering all that AI and photo assistance, including the Camera Coach, which might make a great photographer out of any of us. Add Me can now add animals, and your phone can now do live translation in your voice.

Still, if we had to boil it down to the two most talked about updates, it might be IP68 protection for the Pixel 10 Pro Fold (a first in the folding space) and Pixel Snap, Android’s own version of Apple’s MagSafe. All we can say is, “It’s about time.”

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You can watch the 2025 Vuelta a España on SBS On Demand, streaming for free from Saturday, August 23. The free stream includes live coverage with start times varying each day between 10:30am BST (5:30am ET) and 3pm BST (10am ET).

This year Jonas Vingegaard will be eyeing his first Red Jersey after a previous unsuccessful attempt in 2023. Other challengers include Joao Almeida, Richard Carapaz and Egan Bernal.

SBS On Demand will stream all three weeks so you don't miss a twist or turn. But how can you watch the 2025 Vuelta a España on SBS from anywhere? Can you get the free 2025 Vuelta a España stream in the UK and the US too? And what devices is SBS On Demand available on?

Here's our full (and quick) guide to how to watch the 2025 Vuelta a España on SBS...

How to watch Tour de France 2025 on SBS

SBS are streaming the Vuelta a España for FREE to Australian residents.

To watch SBS: visit the SBS On Demand website or download the SBS On Demand App (iOS / Android ).

SBS is free – but you will need to register for an account with an an Australian postcode (e.g. NSW 2000)

Register – sign up with your Gmail (we did back in May during the Giro d'Italia and the coverage was superb)

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How to watch 2025 Vuelta a España on SBS from anywhere

Although SBS is a brilliant streaming platform, it is only available in Australia.

Cycling lovers traveling or working outside Oz will need to use a VPN to access SBS's free Vuelta stream across the next three weeks.

There are lots of VPN's but NordVPN is our pick to unblock ITVX and stream the Tour de France like a pro.... and you can save 70% right now.

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It's really easy to use a VPN to watch 2025 Vuelta a España action on SBS.

1. Install the VPN of your choice. As we've said, NordVPN is the best choice.

2. Choose the location you wish to connect to in the VPN app. For instance, if you're visiting Canada and want to watch your free Australian SBS stream - you'd select Australia from the options.

3. Sit back and enjoy the action. Head to the SBS website, sign in, and watch the 2025 Vuelta a España for free.

SBS Q+AWhat will SBS's 2025 Vuelta a España coverage include?

You can watch all the action from the 2025 Vuelta a España live and free on SBS On Demand from 23 August to the 14 September, with all the replays and highlights also on the platform.

The SBS Sport website will also provide cycling news, analysis and much more.

In addition to the 2025 Vuelta a España, SBS also shows live soccer as well as the other major grand tours across the cycling season.

Which devices can I watch the 2025 Vuelta a España on SBS with?

• Amazon Fire (Tablets, Cube, Stick, TVs)
• Android TV (please note: some models aren’t supported)
• Android (Mobile & Tablet) - Android 7.0 and above
• Apple TV (tvOS 14 or later)
• Google TV (Chromecast with Google TV and NVIDIA Shield)
• Freely
• Freesat (please note: some models aren’t supported)
• Freeview Play (TVs and set-top boxes) (some models aren’t supported)
• iOS (iPhone & iPad) - iOS 14 and above
• LG Smart TVs (2016–2024)
• NOW Smart Sticks and Boxes (minimum firmware v11.5.0)
• PlayStation (PS4 and PS5)
• Roku (Stick & Roku-OS powered TVs, minimum firmware v11.5.0)
• Samsung Smart TVs (2017 and above)
• Sky Q, Sky Glass and Sky Stream puck
• Virgin Media (360, Stream, TiVo)
• YouView (BT, Humax, Sony, TalkTalk)
• Xbox (One, Series X, Series S)

2025 Vuelta a España Stages

Stage 1 | Saturday, August 23 | Turin → Novara | 183 km
Stage 2 | Sunday, August 24 | Alba → Limone Piemonte | 157 km
Stage 3 | Monday, August 25 | San Maurizio Canavese → Ceres | 139 km
Stage 4 | Tuesday, August 26 | Susa → Voiron | 192 km
Stage 5 | Wednesday, August 27 | Figueres → Figueres (TTT) | 20 km
Stage 6 | Thursday, August 28 | Olot → Pal (Andorra) | 171 km
Stage 7 | Friday, August 29 | Andorra la Vella → Cerler (Huesca La Magia) | 187 km
Stage 8 | Saturday, August 30 | Monzón → Zaragoza | 158 km
Stage 9 | Sunday, August 31 | Alfaro → Valdezcaray | 195 km
Rest Day | Monday, September 1 | Pamplona
Stage 10 | Tuesday, September 2 | Sendaviva (Arguedas) → El Ferial Larra Belagua | 168 km
Stage 11 | Wednesday, September 3 | Bilbao → Bilbao | 167 km
Stage 12 | Thursday, September 4 | Laredo → Los Corrales de Buelna | 143 km
Stage 13 | Friday, September 5 | Cabezón de la Sal → L'Angliru | 202 km
Stage 14 | Saturday, September 6 | Avilés → Alto de La Farrapona | 135 km
Stage 15 | Sunday, September 7 | Vegadeo (A Veiga) → Monforte de Lemos | 167 km
Rest Day | Monday, September 8 | Pontevedra
Stage 16 | Tuesday, September 9 | Poio → Mos (Castro de Herville) | 172 km
Stage 17 | Wednesday, September 10 | O Barco de Valdeorras → Alto de El Morredero (Ponferrada) | 143 km
Stage 18 | Thursday, September 11 | Valladolid → Valladolid (ITT) | 26 km
Stage 19 | Friday, September 12 | Rueda → Guijuelo | 159 km
Stage 20 | Saturday, September 13 | Robledo de Chavela → Bola del Mundo | 159 km
Stage 21 | Sunday, September 14 | Valdeolmos‑Alalpardo → Madrid | 101 km

• 2025 Vuelta a España Full Guide
• BleeqUp's new 4-in-1 cycling glasses review
• Best streaming VPN's 2025

We test and review VPN services in the context of legal recreational uses. For example:1. Accessing a service from another country (subject to the terms and conditions of that service).2. Protecting your online security and strengthening your online privacy when abroad.We do not support or condone the illegal or malicious use of VPN services. Consuming pirated content that is paid-for is neither endorsed nor approved by Future Publishing.

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• Today: Stage 1 from Torino Reggia di Venaria → Novara

You can watch the 2025 Vuelta a España on SBS On Demand, streaming for free from Saturday, August 23. The free stream includes live coverage with start times varying each day between 10:30am BST (5:30am ET) and 3pm BST (10am ET).

This year Jonas Vingegaard will be eyeing his first Red Jersey after a previous unsuccessful attempt in 2023. Other challengers include Joao Almeida, Richard Carapaz and Egan Bernal.

SBS On Demand will stream all three weeks so you don't miss a twist or turn. But how can you watch the 2025 Vuelta a España on SBS from anywhere? Can you get the free 2025 Vuelta a España stream in the UK and the US too? And what devices is SBS On Demand available on?

Here's our full (and quick) guide to how to watch the 2025 Vuelta a España on SBS...

How to watch Tour de France 2025 on SBS

SBS are streaming the Vuelta a España for FREE to Australian residents.

To watch SBS: visit the SBS On Demand website or download the SBS On Demand App (iOS / Android ).

SBS is free – but you will need to register for an account with an an Australian postcode (e.g. NSW 2000)

Register – sign up with your Gmail (we did back in May during the Giro d'Italia and the coverage was superb)

OUTSIDE AUSTRALIA? ACCESS SBS FROM ANYWHERE WITH NORDVPN

How to watch 2025 Vuelta a España on SBS from anywhere

Although SBS is a brilliant streaming platform, it is only available in Australia.

Cycling lovers traveling or working outside Oz will need to use a VPN to access SBS's free Vuelta stream across the next three weeks.

There are lots of VPN's but NordVPN is our pick to unblock ITVX and stream the Tour de France like a pro.... and you can save 70% right now.

NordVPN deal: 3 Extra Months Free

Boasting lightning fast speeds, great features, streaming power, and class-leading security, NordVPN is our #1 VPN.

✅ 3 months extra FREE!
✅ 74% off usual price

Use Nord to unblock SBS and watch the 2025 Vuelta a España live on SBS with our exclusive deal.View Deal

It's really easy to use a VPN to watch 2025 Vuelta a España action on SBS.

1. Install the VPN of your choice. As we've said, NordVPN is the best choice.

2. Choose the location you wish to connect to in the VPN app. For instance, if you're visiting Canada and want to watch your free Australian SBS stream - you'd select Australia from the options.

3. Sit back and enjoy the action. Head to the SBS website, sign in, and watch the 2025 Vuelta a España for free.

SBS Q+AWhat will SBS's 2025 Vuelta a España coverage include?

You can watch all the action from the 2025 Vuelta a España live and free on SBS On Demand from 23 August to the 14 September, with all the replays and highlights also on the platform.

The SBS Sport website will also provide cycling news, analysis and much more.

In addition to the 2025 Vuelta a España, SBS also shows live soccer as well as the other major grand tours across the cycling season.

Which devices can I watch the 2025 Vuelta a España on SBS with?

• Amazon Fire (Tablets, Cube, Stick, TVs)
• Android TV (please note: some models aren’t supported)
• Android (Mobile & Tablet) - Android 7.0 and above
• Apple TV (tvOS 14 or later)
• Google TV (Chromecast with Google TV and NVIDIA Shield)
• Freely
• Freesat (please note: some models aren’t supported)
• Freeview Play (TVs and set-top boxes) (some models aren’t supported)
• iOS (iPhone & iPad) - iOS 14 and above
• LG Smart TVs (2016–2024)
• NOW Smart Sticks and Boxes (minimum firmware v11.5.0)
• PlayStation (PS4 and PS5)
• Roku (Stick & Roku-OS powered TVs, minimum firmware v11.5.0)
• Samsung Smart TVs (2017 and above)
• Sky Q, Sky Glass and Sky Stream puck
• Virgin Media (360, Stream, TiVo)
• YouView (BT, Humax, Sony, TalkTalk)
• Xbox (One, Series X, Series S)

2025 Vuelta a España Stages

Stage 1 | Saturday, August 23 | Turin → Novara | 183 km
Stage 2 | Sunday, August 24 | Alba → Limone Piemonte | 157 km
Stage 3 | Monday, August 25 | San Maurizio Canavese → Ceres | 139 km
Stage 4 | Tuesday, August 26 | Susa → Voiron | 192 km
Stage 5 | Wednesday, August 27 | Figueres → Figueres (TTT) | 20 km
Stage 6 | Thursday, August 28 | Olot → Pal (Andorra) | 171 km
Stage 7 | Friday, August 29 | Andorra la Vella → Cerler (Huesca La Magia) | 187 km
Stage 8 | Saturday, August 30 | Monzón → Zaragoza | 158 km
Stage 9 | Sunday, August 31 | Alfaro → Valdezcaray | 195 km
Rest Day | Monday, September 1 | Pamplona
Stage 10 | Tuesday, September 2 | Sendaviva (Arguedas) → El Ferial Larra Belagua | 168 km
Stage 11 | Wednesday, September 3 | Bilbao → Bilbao | 167 km
Stage 12 | Thursday, September 4 | Laredo → Los Corrales de Buelna | 143 km
Stage 13 | Friday, September 5 | Cabezón de la Sal → L'Angliru | 202 km
Stage 14 | Saturday, September 6 | Avilés → Alto de La Farrapona | 135 km
Stage 15 | Sunday, September 7 | Vegadeo (A Veiga) → Monforte de Lemos | 167 km
Rest Day | Monday, September 8 | Pontevedra
Stage 16 | Tuesday, September 9 | Poio → Mos (Castro de Herville) | 172 km
Stage 17 | Wednesday, September 10 | O Barco de Valdeorras → Alto de El Morredero (Ponferrada) | 143 km
Stage 18 | Thursday, September 11 | Valladolid → Valladolid (ITT) | 26 km
Stage 19 | Friday, September 12 | Rueda → Guijuelo | 159 km
Stage 20 | Saturday, September 13 | Robledo de Chavela → Bola del Mundo | 159 km
Stage 21 | Sunday, September 14 | Valdeolmos‑Alalpardo → Madrid | 101 km

• 2025 Vuelta a España Full Guide
• BleeqUp's new 4-in-1 cycling glasses review
• Best streaming VPN's 2025

We test and review VPN services in the context of legal recreational uses. For example:1. Accessing a service from another country (subject to the terms and conditions of that service).2. Protecting your online security and strengthening your online privacy when abroad.We do not support or condone the illegal or malicious use of VPN services. Consuming pirated content that is paid-for is neither endorsed nor approved by Future Publishing.