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Intel launches Battlemage GPUs with $250 Arc B580 and $220 B570
11:31 pm | December 3, 2024

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Battlemage is here – Intel just announced the first two cards that use its new GPU architecture. Since Intel uses letters instead of numbers to denote generation, say “hello” to the Intel Arc B580 and B570. The B580 is priced at $250, the B570 is a bit cheaper at $220. Both are based on the same BMG-G21 chip, but use different bins. The B580 has 20 Xe2 cores and 12GB of VRAM (192-bit bus, 456GB/s), while the B570 has 18 Xe2 cores and 10GB of VRAM (160-bit bus, 380GB/s). The B570 also runs at lower clocks and a lower TDP (150W vs. 180W), but both are powered by a single 8-pin connector....

OnePlus 13R full specs leak
10:07 pm |

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The OnePlus 13 is going global next month, after having been announced for China at the end of October. The flagship is likely to be joined at the same event by the OnePlus 13R, the successor to the 12R as a more affordable, yet still high-end option. This is probably a rebranded OnePlus Ace 5 which is due to arrive in China this month, and today the 13R's specs have been leaked. It is said to come with a 6.78-inch 1264x2780 AMOLED screen with 120 Hz refresh rate and better peak brightness than the 12R (though exactly how bright it will be isn't mentioned). At the helm will sit the...

Motorola Edge 60 Ultra leaks in hands-on video, here are the specs
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Motorola's Edge 50 Ultra launched back in May and obviously the company is already working on its successor. This has now rather shockingly leaked in a full unboxing video posted on YouTube, most likely way ahead of the official release. We would advise you to watch this before it inevitably gets taken down. Auto-translation for closed captions is available in case you don't understand the language, and works reasonably well. The Motorola Edge 60 Ultra has a screen resolution of 1200x2780 which makes for an ever so slightly different aspect ratio compared to the Edge 50 Ultra. The...

Apple lawsuit for nearly $1 billion given the green light in the UK
7:31 pm |

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A class action lawsuit against Apple was given the green light to proceed. The Competition Appeal Tribunal (CAT) of the United Kingdom rejected the request from Apple to block the case, essentially allowing a group of 1,566 app developers, later extended to nearly 13,000, to go forward with requesting Cupertino to repay £785 million, or about $995 million, in commission on apps. The core argument is that Apple used its monopolistic power to make iOS users download apps over the App Store, therefore collecting a 30% commission on all purchases. The tech company wanted to block the case...

Apple lawsuit for nearly $1 billion given the green light in the UK
7:31 pm |

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A class action lawsuit against Apple was given the green light to proceed. The Competition Appeal Tribunal (CAT) of the United Kingdom rejected the request from Apple to block the case, essentially allowing a group of 1,566 app developers, later extended to nearly 13,000, to go forward with requesting Cupertino to repay £785 million, or about $995 million, in commission on apps. The core argument is that Apple used its monopolistic power to make iOS users download apps over the App Store, therefore collecting a 30% commission on all purchases. The tech company wanted to block the case...

Lenovo Legion Go S emerges in renders
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The Legion Go was Lenovo’s first Windows handheld gaming PC and it launched with formidable specs including a 144Hz QHD+ screen, AMD’s Ryzen Z1 series chipsets and detachable controllers. It’s been over a year since the Legion Go made its debut, and we are now getting our first set of details on the second entry in the Legion Go series: the Legion Go S. The device was spotted by Windows Central in a set of official renders revealing a more mainstream design in line with the ROG Ally and Steam Deck. The detachable controllers are gone and as per the source, the display may be smaller than...

House of Marley Revolution review: a good-sounding budget turntable for first-timers with sustainable style
6:28 pm |

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House of Marley Revolution: two-minute review

A good starter deck should be easy to use and sound decent without breaking the bank. The House of Marley Revolution does both, with an added dose of sustainable style that makes it one of the best-value Bluetooth turntables we’ve tested.

Made with eco-friendly components, the Revolution sets itself apart from your average budget turntable's plastic build. There’s a reassuring weight to its construction, while the materials lend it a quality feel which belies the cost. The base is wrapped in fabric woven from recycled resources, while the distinctive bamboo plinth makes a statement wherever you place it.

Pre-calibrated out of the box, setting up the Revolution is as simple as dropping the felt mat on the platter and attaching the counterweight to the tone arm. You can wire up for easy analog audio or push the Bluetooth button for wireless pairing. Then you’re good to go. It’s all incredibly straightforward. This plug-and-play approach won’t appeal to hi-fi enthusiasts, but it makes for a hassle-free vinyl experience that’s ideal for first-time listeners.

The same goes for the audio output: this isn’t the kind of deck that needs to be paired with high-end hi-fi separates. If you’ve got a picky ear, there’s plenty to be picked at. Mids can be muddy, for example, and we detected some distortion in the treble at times. Then again, hooked up to House of Marley’s Uplift Bookshelf Speakers (sold separately – although you'll find tempting bundle deals), the sound was more than dynamic enough for everyday listening, with a surprising fullness to the low end in particular.

It won’t trouble the best turntables for audio quality. But if you want an entry-level Bluetooth deck that looks good, sounds decent and is foolproof to operate, we think the Revolution offers fantastic value.

House of Marley Revolution: price & release date

House of Marley Revolution Bluetooth turntable on a wooden table

(Image credit: Future / Chris Rowlands)
  • Launched in September 2024
  • Available now for $169.99 / £149.99 / A$199

The House of Marley Revolution turntable was released in September 2024. It joins the Stir It Up and Stir It Up Lux decks in the sustainable brand’s turntable line-up. Priced at $169.99 / £149.99 / A$199, it sits very much in entry-level category.

The Revolution turntable can also be bought bundled together with House of Marley’s wired Uplift Bookshelf Speakers ($179.99 / £199.99 / A$349) or a Get Together Duo wireless stereo pair (£249.99) in the UK.

Audio-Technica AT-LP70XBT review: Specs

House of Marley Revolution: design

House of Marley Revolution Bluetooth turntable

(Image credit: Future / Chris Rowlands)
  • Plinth made from renewable bamboo
  • Dust cover made from post-consumer plastic
  • Unit wrapped in sustainable Rewind fabric

House of Marley has made its name with audio gear crafted from sustainable materials – and the Revolution is no exception. This is a turntable that does its bit for the planet. The built-in dust cover is made from post-consumer plastic, while that unmissable plinth uses renewable bamboo. The body of the unit is clad in Rewind fabric, which is woven from reclaimed cotton and hemp, with recycled rPET.

More than a fad, these materials make the Revolution a genuinely distinctive turntable, especially compared with the generic plastic build of many budget decks. The grain pattern on the plinth might not appeal to minimalists, but it gives the Revolution an organic look seldom seen in modern audio products. Similarly, the fabric wrap lends the base a nicely tactile finish, albeit one that might attract dust over time.

There are still clues that this is an entry-level turntable: the section at the base of the tonearm is plastic and there’s more flex there than you’d get from a deck at twice the price. But on the whole, the Revolution doesn’t feel cheap. It helps that there’s a good weight to the unit. It’s also obvious that House of Marley’s design team has paid plenty of attention to detail, right down to the subtle red, yellow and green stripes found on the headshell.

  • Design score: 4.5/5

House of Marley Revolution: features and setup

House of Marley Revolution Bluetooth turntable

(Image credit: Future / Chris Rowlands)
  • Plug-and-play setup with arm counterbalance
  • Wired or wireless speaker connectivity
  • Pre-calibrated tracking force and anti-skate

As you’d expect from a starter deck, the Revolution is a cinch to set up. The only assembly that’s really required is to slide the counterbalance onto the tone arm and screw it in place. Otherwise, the Revolution is the definition of a plug-and-play turntable. Tracking force and anti-skate come pre-calibrated out of the box, so all you need to do is connect a set of speakers and you’re away.

You can wire in a pair of separates for a full analog setup, using either the RCA line out or passive speaker jacks on the rear. Alternatively, the Revolution’s Bluetooth support lets you output audio wirelessly. House of Marley offers the Revolution as a bundle with its Uplift (wired) or Get Together (wireless) bookshelf speakers, but it works just as well with your existing audio kit. Put a Bluetooth speaker into pairing mode, press the Bluetooth button on the turntable and – in our experience – it will find and pair within 10 seconds.

Controls are kept to a bare minimum, with the power knob doubling up as a volume control, in addition to a three-speed playback setting and tonearm lift lever. There’s also a switch to toggle Bluetooth in and out. With Bluetooth set as an input, you can pair it with a source device, allowing you to stream music via the turntable to your wired hi-fi speakers – a useful feature if you don’t have another way to connect your separates to a streaming service.

  • Features and setup score: 4/5

House of Marley Revolution: audio performance

Rear panel of the House of Marley Revolution Bluetooth turntable

(Image credit: Future / Chris Rowlands)
  • Replaceable Audio-Technica AT3600L stylus
  • Stream to and from Bluetooth devices
  • Quality is fine for everyday listening

Lift the tonearm over a record and the platter will start spinning automatically. Lower it and you’ll be rewarded with audio that’s surprisingly rich for a budget deck. Your choice of speakers will naturally have an impact on the sound signature, but output quality from the Revolution is perfectly serviceable for everyday listening.

Wired up to House of Marley’s Uplift Bookshelf Speakers, there was a nice dynamism to the playback. Albums of all genres sounded lively, from Radiohead’s OK Computer to Rumours by Fleetwood Mac. There’s a surprising amount of weight to the low end as well, which means your records are never at risk of sounding flat. Playing Barry Can’t Swim’s When Will We Land? on a Friday afternoon certainly got the house moving.

That bass actually proved too much when paired with the JBL Authentics 200 over Bluetooth. It could be that House of Marley has tuned the output to suit its own speakers, but the lower frequencies were too punchy to enjoy in that particular setup, crowding out the upper range. That isn’t the case when the Revolution is connected to the Uplift speakers, which deliver a relatively balanced listen for the money.

All of this is caveated by the fact that the Revolution is by no means a hi-fi-quality turntable. Audiophiles will find plenty to sniff at. The mids are easily muddied, for example, especially on complex tracks. Listening to AM by the Arctic Monkeys, detail was quickly lost on heavier numbers. Treble can also be quite harsh at times and we picked up a fair bit of distortion at the top end.

This isn't a deck capable of doing justice to high-end stereo speakers, but nor is it priced like one. More expensive turntables will give you a fuller and more dynamic listen, but if you want an affordable first deck to spin records on a daily basis, you can do worse than the Revolution.

Interestingly, we picked up that the Revolution ran ever so slightly slow compared with digital tracks, although not enough that you’d notice unless you were timing for it.

  • Audio performance score: 3.5/5

House of Marley Revolution: value

House of Marley Revolution Bluetooth turntable

(Image credit: Future / Chris Rowlands)
  • Distinctive design and decent build at a fair price
  • Sounds quality is reasonable for the cost

If you’re looking for a straightforward turntable at a palatable price, we think the House of Marley Revolution gets close to the value sweet spot. There are some cheaper Bluetooth turntables out there, but none with the same style and build quality as the Revolution.

It’s not a perfect product by any means. This isn’t one for serious audiophiles, but it ticks all the right boxes for a reasonably priced starter deck. You get a solid construction, simple setup and distinctive design, plus the flexibility of wired or wireless connectivity.

There are plenty of turntables that sound better and the Revolution’s audio shortcomings would be laid bare if paired with some of the best stereo speakers. But team it up with a matching set from House of Marley and you’ve got a reliable setup for spinning records on a daily basis, with audio quality that’s rich enough for easy listening.

  • Value score: 4/5

Should you buy the House of Marley Revolution?

Buy it if...

You want a distinctive turntable
A bamboo plinth and Rewind fabric body wrap help the Revolution to cut a dash on any sideboard, while a recycled plastic dust cover adds to its unique eco credentials.

You need something simple to use
A plug-and-play turntable that’s pre-calibrated out of the box, the Revolution makes it easy to get your records on. Setup is straightforward and Bluetooth connectivity is seamless.

You’d like the option of wired or wireless
Giving you useful flexibility, the Revolution lets you enjoy playback via wires or Bluetooth. Hook it up to House of Marley’s Uplift or Get Together speakers, or use your own.

Don't buy it if...

You want the very best sound quality
The Revolution represents excellent value, with surprisingly dynamic sound for the price. That said, muddy mids and a dash of treble distortion mean quality isn’t perfect for hi-fi enthusiasts.

You want a flexible setup
Designed with simplicity in mind, the Revolution keeps things streamlined. You can’t adjust the tracking force or anti-skate, and while the stylus is replaceable, you can’t upgrade the cartridge.

You want perfect playback
During our tests, the Revolution ran a touch slow at times. Not enough to notice unless you’re listening very closely, but still an imperfection which could distract the keenest ears.

Audio-Technica AT-LP70XBT: Also consider

Audio-Technica AT-LP70XBT
Our favorite budget Bluetooth turntable will set you back a fair bit more than the Revolution and you’ll have to live with a plastic chassis. That said, it also benefits from fully automatic operation, as well as superior sound quality.
Read our Audio-Technica AT-LP70XBT review here.

Pro-Ject Debut Carbon
If you have ambitions of becoming a vinyl enthusiast, we recommend the Pro-Ject Debut Carbon for your first deck. It costs more, but your reward is a gorgeous aluminium build and solid hi-fi credentials, including fantastic sound quality.
Read our Pro-Ject Debut Carbon review here.

How I tested the House of Marley Revolution

House of Marley Revolution Bluetooth turntable on a wooden surface

(Image credit: Future / Chris Rowlands)
  • Tested for three weeks
  • Used as my primary turntable in living room
  • Tested using House of Marley’s Uplift Bookshelf Speakers

I installed the House of Marley Revolution in my living room for the best part of a month. It was used on a daily basis to spin records of all genres. I paired it with House of Marley’s wired Uplift Bookshelf Speakers, as well as testing its wireless capabilities by connecting it to my JBL Authentics 200 via Bluetooth. I listened keenly to tracks that I know well, to get a feel for how the Revolution handled specific details, as well as its overall character.

First reviewed: December 2024

Samsung Galaxy Watch4 and Watch6 are getting the One UI Watch 6 update
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Last month, Samsung announced that it's rolling out the One UI Watch 6 update to the Galaxy Watch6, Watch5, and Watch4 units but the update was going to roll-out gradually. A few days ago, Galaxy Watch4 users began reporting that the update is live for their units - starting with Korean ones and today, some Galaxy Watch6 owners in Europe are getting their One UI Watch 6 serving. In all cases, the One UI Watch 6 update is based on the latest Wear OS 5 and carries the October 2024 security patch. One UI Watch 6 brings a slight visual change with snappier animations and reworked icons....

nubia Red Magic 10 Pro review
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Motorola Moto G35 launching in India next week with slightly faster charging
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Motorola has announced that it will introduce the Moto G35 in India on December 10 in three colors with a vegan leather finish. The Motorola Moto G35 is powered by the Unisoc T760 SoC, runs Android 14, and will come with 4GB RAM and 128GB storage in India. Choose a stunning, ultra-thin design with a matte finish, or go for a touch of luxury with soft vegan leather with the all new #MotoG35 5G! ✨Launching 10th December on @Flipkart, https://t.co/azcEfy2uaW and at leading retail stores.#MotoG35 #ExtraaHai— Motorola India (@motorolaindia) December 3, 2024 The Motorola Moto G35 features a...

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