Samsung’s One UI 8.5 Beta 4 update for the Galaxy S25 series is expected to roll out this week. Ahead of its release, a tipster has revealed key details about the update, including the full changelog.
The tipster shared the changelog and firmware version for the One UI 8.5 Beta 4 for the Galaxy S25. It will reportedly carry the firmware version ZZAB.
As per the leaked changelog, the Beta 4 will include an updated Bixby, which showed up on a Reddit thread earlier this month.
The update will address several bugs, including an issue with search history in the Phone app and problems...
A pair of unreleased Motorola phones were spotted on a Greek retailer’s website. Not to be confused with the Moto G67 Power, the vanilla Moto G67 is a Dimensity 6300-equipped budget entry featuring a 6.8" AMOLED with FHD+ resolution and 120Hz refresh rate. The listing confirms a 32MP selfie camera up front, alongside a 50MP rear shooter (LYTIA 600) and an 8MP ultrawide lens.
Moto G67
The device is IP64 rated and equipped with 4GB RAM and 128GB storage. It brings a hybrid dual SIM slot that accommodates a single nanoSIM card and a microSD card for storage expansion. The phone...
A pair of unreleased Motorola phones were spotted on a Greek retailer’s website. Not to be confused with the Moto G67 Power, the vanilla Moto G67 is a Dimensity 6300-equipped budget entry featuring a 6.8" AMOLED with FHD+ resolution and 120Hz refresh rate. The listing confirms a 32MP selfie camera up front, alongside a 50MP rear shooter (LYTIA 600) and an 8MP ultrawide lens.
Moto G67
The device is IP64 rated and equipped with 4GB RAM and 128GB storage. It brings a hybrid dual SIM slot that accommodates a single nanoSIM card and a microSD card for storage expansion. The phone...
The latest addition to Oppo's Reno15 series is here with the Reno15 FS, which touched down across several EU markets. The device is nearly identical to the Reno15 F, however, the FS model comes with a slightly smaller 6,500mAh battery and a single 8GB RAM and 512GB storage trim.
Oppo Reno15 FS
Reno15 FS brings the CPH280 model number and features a 6.57-inch AMOLED display with FHD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. The panel features a 50MP selfie camera as well as an optical fingerprint scanner.
The back gets a 50MP main shooter, an 8MP ultrawide and a 2MP macro...
The iQOO 15 Ultra is the upcoming mega-gaming phone from vivo's sub-brand, and it looks quite capable, performance-wise. Today, iQOO Product Director Galant V shared the iQOO 15 Ultra's record-breaking AnTuTu score on Weibo.
The upcoming flagship posted 4,518,403 points, which breaks down like this - 1,322,001 in CPU, 1,594,848 in GPU, 593,523 in memory, and 1,008,031 in UX. The memory score is the only one that doesn't top the chart.
The iQOO 15 Ultra is expected to be a beefed-up variant of the iQOO 15. It will have "the biggest active cooling fan ever", and will arrive in early...
There have been rumors about Microsoft working on a free, ad-supported tier for its Xbox Cloud Gaming service, and now we have solid proof coming straight from Microsoft.
Some users report that they've spotted a new message saying "1 hour of ad-supported playtime per session," although there's no such tier just yet. It's a clear sign that the company is preparing a free tier, confirming earlier rumors.
According to people familiar with the matter, Microsoft is planning to launch the ad-supported tier by the end of this year, and it won't be the first company to do it. Nvidia's...
What would you do if you worked a mundane finance job with middling pay in the city's banking district, only to find that when you arrived at the office, you were taken hostage by a terrifying team of armed strangers? Unluckily for Zara (Sophie Turner), that's exactly her Monday morning in the new Prime Video drama, Steal.
With the stakes immediately sky high, the six-part series is a far cry from other January streaming choices like Harlan Coben's Run Away and Agatha Christie's Seven Dials. It's an original story, and it certainly feels fresh to watch. We've not had a money-led TV show in quite a while (and certainly not framed through workplace monotony), and oddly, the thing we always avoid talking about is going to become the subject of watercooler gossip.
Why? Because Steal puts the pedal to the metal from the moment you press play on episode 1. The premiere episode is an incredibly strong start to a new series, with our heart in our mouths as Zara and her team are held at gunpoint while our strangers fleece the trading company out of millions of pounds, which come directly from the everyday person's pension.
It's a dramatic way to start the day, but the basics of this could genuinely happen to any of us at any given time, making our thriller binge hit a little too close to home. But when we find out that Zara is more involved than meets the eye (without spoilers), the risk-factor flatlines.
Steal starts and ends with a financial implosion, but the middle is a drab sinking fund
In an ideal world, Steal would have been four episodes rather than six. Given that miniseries tend to be capped at six episodes (especially on a global streaming service), I'm not too surprised by the show's structure, but by the time we reach the middle of the tale, we're treading water.
There's only so many times that Zara can tell others that she's in trouble before it gets old, feeling as though her strife is something we've seen a million times before. Rather than being riddled with B-plots, Steal is focused on its main storyline at all times, and that leaves little wriggle room for creative exploration.
Sure, the heist becomes a literal matter of life-or-death, but sometimes you need a palette cleanser to offset a pill that's truly tricky to swallow. Four episodes would have cut the chaff to get straight to the final climax, with little time for characters to wait around feeling sorry for themselves, even though the painful mess is all their fault.
As I've touched on, episode 1 is a lesson in how to open a show to any aspiring writer. The tension ticks along nicely, with Sophie Turner delivering arguably the best performance of her career to date – and certainly one of the most vulnerable.
Everything we learn about Zara during this build-up cannot be trusted, and that's a seductive risk for us to play with. How much can we trust her, and how much can we trust her perspective of the heist? There are certainly no clean hands here, that's for sure.
Motherland and Line of Duty fans rejoice – Anna Maxwell Martin is Steal's secret weapon
She's not one of the gun-toters, don't worry. (Image credit: Prime Video)
As much as I thoroughly enjoyed Turner's performance, I wouldn't say that she's the breakout star of the show. That accolade is reserved for Anna Maxwell Martin, who has about two scenes across the entire six episodes.
She's a straight-talking MI5 enigma who meets with Zara on the sly to try and tease highly sought-after information out of her. Blunt and overtly threatening in her tone, Maxwell Martin turns in exactly how I'd imagine Julia from Motherland would be if she was a copper.
Unintentionally humorous, could potentially kill you, and more than anything, is completely over the drama that she's been sucked into.
All-in-all, it's a really solid outing from Steal. I really hope that Amazon can keep up this quality of content, even if it's messy overall – I'd much rather TV took risks like this that didn't land rather than play it one-note and totally safe.
Frankly, Steal is worth watching for its first episode alone, but the season finale isn't too far behind in terms of satisfaction levels. If you've ever wished that you chose a high-flying financial career over whatever it is you do in real-life, this will reverse that pipe dream in the blink of an eye.
vivo's X200 series currently includes five smartphones, and today, vivo announced it will add a new member to this lineup next week - the X200T.
The vivo X200T will be unveiled in India on January 27 at 12 PM local time. vivo is advertising the X200T as a smartphone "engineered for travel and real-world photography," and it will come in two colors - Seaside Lilac and Stellar Black.
The vivo X200T will be powered by the Dimensity 9400+ SoC, run OriginOS 6 out of the box, and pack a 6.67" 120Hz screen with 5,000 nits of peak brightness. vivo says the display is co-developed with...
Nutribullet has cemented itself as a trusted name in the kitchen appliance space, with its blenders and juicers among the best in the market. The Nutribullet Flex Portable Blender offers this same quality in a more lightweight package, allowing for on-the-go blending.
The Nutribullet Flex is an upgraded version of the Nutribullet Portable Blender, adding a few welcome new features, including increased capacity and clear charge indicators. As such, it comes in slightly more than its predecessor, while still being affordable at under $100.
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Considering the quality of this personal blender, it offers excellent value for money for those seeking a convenient, portable blender that produces optimal results with cold beverages and smoothies. Its lightweight design means you can easily disassemble the appliance and take it with you to work, the gym, or on vacation, while its rechargeability means you won’t be searching high and low for a plug socket.
Each of its four charges allows for approximately eight blend cycles (each lasts 30 seconds), meaning you can quickly mix your food and transport it with ease, using the convenient carry loop attached to its lid. If you’re looking for a personal blender that prioritises convenience, speed, and cold beverages, this is an excellent choice.
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However, this blender lacks versatility and can struggle with some ingredients or recipes, so you’re best to stick to cold drinks and smoothies with this one. Its portability is always negatively impacted by its volume, which could restrict where you can use it, and the lack of storage for its sharp blades.
Nutribullet Flex Portable Blender: price and availability
$69.99 / £59.99 / AU$99.95 at Nutribullet
Available at third-party retailers, such as Amazon, Decathlon, and Target
Priced at $69.99 / £59.99 / AU$99.95, the Nutribullet Flex Portable Blender offers great quality for an affordable price. And, what’s more, we regularly see discounts on this appliance at Nutribullet and third-party retailers.
While it doesn’t offer as much versatility as many of the best blenders on the market, if you’re looking for a portable blender for cold drinks and smoothies, without breaking the $100 mark, this is a great choice.
For those who want to keep under the $50 mark, however, the Nutribullet Magic Bullet Portable Blender ($39.99 / £39.99 / A$79.95) offers a solid alternative. If you don’t mind splashing out a bit more for a more powerful, convenient on-the-go blender, we highly recommend the Nutribullet Flip ($99.99, roughly £80 / AU$150), especially if you intend to make a lot of frozen or icy beverages.
Value score: 4.5/5
Nutribullet Flex Portable Blender: specifications
Review model
NBPB09220_250721
Accessories
USB-C charging cable (500mm / 19.7in)
Smart control
No
Rated power
100W
Capacity
590ml cup (400ml max)
Time range
Each blending cycle lasts 30 seconds
Dimensions
3.3in (D) x 11.4in (H) x 3.3in (W) / 83mm (D) x 290mm (H) x 83mm (W)
Weight
Approx. 1.9lbs / 850g
Dishwasher safe
Yes, top rack
Nutribullet Flex Portable Blender: design
Rechargeable, with plug-in option
Tight seals prevent leaks
Carry loop on sip lid for on-the-go drinks
No storage for blade block
Out of the box, the Nutribullet Flex Portable Blender comes with a motor base, a 590ml cup, a sip lid featuring a carry loop for on-the-go use, and a blade block. While our model came in black, Nutribullet offers several colour options, including green and grey.
The blender is straightforward to assemble and takes up minimal space, making it ideal for smaller kitchens or communal work/living spaces. Disassembling the appliance also requires minimal effort; its parts are fairly compact, so they easily fit into an average-sized backpack or gym bag. Our only concern is a lack of storage for the blade block, which is sharp. Including a small hub for this could make the appliance safer to transport.
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This portable blender’s 590ml cup offers enough space to make a single smoothie or drink for one, though it's worth noting that the 'max' line on ours was at 400ml, meaning, in reality, that’s the capacity you have to work with. The accompanying sip lid screws snuggly onto the cup, preventing any leakages, while its secure carry loop allows you to carry your finished drink in hand as soon as your blending is complete.
The blade block fits tightly onto the bottom of the cup and is locked into the motor base with a satisfying click. Again, we had no issues with leakages throughout our testing. The motor base has a minimalistic LED display, featuring a large power button. This simply requires one press to turn on. When turned on, a clockwise light ring appears around the button, confirming it's ready to be operated. Below this button are four LED lights, indicating the amount of charge the blender currently has.
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The Nutribullet Flex Portable Blender is rechargeable, meaning it largely works wirelessly. A USB-C cable for charging is included, which plugs into a discrete port at the back of the motor base. However, no adapter is included. While you can use the appliance plugged in, it must have at least one charge (one white light) for this to work, and operating the blender plugged in pauses charging during the blend cycle. In addition, the provided cable is only 50cm long, restricting where you can place the appliance.
We found it took approximately 50 minutes for one light (charge) to appear, and the blender offered approximately eight 30-second blending cycles per charge. This does, however, seem to be variable and can depend on what you’re blending and if you’re overheating the appliance.
This blender’s lightweight design makes it fairly easy to transport, but you may want to consider where you use it. Nutribullet products are typically quite loud, and while the Flex Portable Blender is a bit quieter (depending on its use), we found it averaged a decibel reading of 82, roughly equivalent to the volume of traffic. So, while you can take it to work or the gym, your colleagues and peers may not appreciate it.
Design score: 4.5/5
Nutribullet Flex Portable Blender: performance
Best suited to beverages
Blends smoothies consistently well
Struggles with certain solid ingredients
30-second blend cycle may not be enough
We began our testing of the Nutribullet Flex Portable Blender with Nutribullet’s own Banana Kale smoothie recipe. Due to the size of the appliance, we had to half the recipe to ensure it fit the cup. This blender comes with a small leaflet instructing you on how to build a smoothie optimally, in other words, the order to add the ingredients. It’s a lifesaver for those new to smoothie making, and blenders, too, for that matter.
After adding the ingredients and securing the cup, we pressed the power button, which triggered a 30-second blend cycle – which you can stop at any time by pressing the button again. The results were impressive: the consistency was thick and creamy, but smooth. There were no lumps of unblended fruit or veg in the cup or under the blades.
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Next, we used one of the recipes Nutribullet recommends for this appliance. Following the included QR code takes you to the Nutribullet app, which allows you to input your appliance type and dietary requirements and suggests recipes based on your needs. The app itself is a bit of a pain; it signed us out every time we closed it, and wouldn’t let us sign in again without creating a new account. The recipes, too, were limited to fewer than 10, primarily smoothies and lattes.
We tried the Strawberry Banana Smoothie, composed of almond milk, ice, chia seeds, half a banana, strawberries, and vanilla extract. We again built the smoothie as suggested, but found that – despite being recommended for the Portable Blender – the ingredients exceeded the max line. This is potentially because they’re for the non-Flex version of this device, but this isn’t specified in the app (nor is Flex specifically a choice when choosing your device). As a result, we had to remove a large amount of ice for the blender to function safely.
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The results, again, were excellent. However, we did find a small lump of unblended banana in the final product, and some of our chia seeds had stuck to the side of the cup in a clump. Overall, this didn’t affect the final product and, again, there was no unblended residue stuck under the blades.
As part of our standard control testing for blenders, we don’t simply test smoothies, however. Nutribullet describes the Flex Portable as being for “on-the-go lifestyles,” and while that suggests it's primarily for beverages, it doesn’t specify it’s only for smoothies and cold drinks.
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We tested Nutribullet’s hummus recipe, again halving the ingredients. While the bottom portion of the ingredients blended fairly well after one cycle, the top remained untouched. The blender struggled considerably with the thickness of the hummus, slowing it to a standstill at one point, despite our attempts to loosen the mixture. Similarly, the appliance struggled with ice.
We wanted to use our ice control tests to check the chopping abilities of the blade. Again, the bottom portion was chopped, but the top remained untouched.
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Surprisingly, what did work well was mayonnaise, another of our controls. This recipe applies more to a standard blender, as it requires adding oil while the device is on. We, instead, stopped the blender short of its cycle to add more before blending further each time. The result was actually nice, well-blended mayonnaise.
While the Nutribullet Flex Portable Blender is capable of mixing some non-beverage recipes, it’s not recommended. This isn’t necessarily a big drawback for this product, which is likely aimed at those making beverages on-the-go rather than quick mayo for your lunchtime sandwich.
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What is worth noting is its struggle with more solid, thicker ingredients and its lack of versatility. If you are in the market for a portable blender that focuses on making cold drinks and does that well, but doesn’t offer the capabilities of competitor products, this is an excellent choice.
Performance score: 4.5/5
Should you buy the Nutribullet Flex Portable Blender?
Nutribullet Flex Portable Blender score card
Attribute
Notes
Score
Value
This blender offers great value for an affordable price, even if it doesn't offer a lot of versatility.
4.5/5
Design
This appliance's lightweight design and carry loop make it easy to take your drinks on the go, but we wish there was a storage hub for its blade and it wasn't as loud.
4.5/5
Performance
This blender excels when making smoothies and cold drinks, but isn't necessarily suited to other recipes.
4.5/5
Buy it if
You want to make cold beverages on the go
The Nutribullet Flex Portable Blender is lightweight and has fairly compact parts, so it should easily fit in your work or gym bag, making it convenient to transport day-to-day. What’s more, thanks to the carry loop on its sip lid, you can make your drink, detach the cup from the base, and immediately take it to-go.
You want a high quality, affordable blender
Nutribullet is a top-of-the-range brand, and this blender offers the quality you would expect – without an eye-watering price tag. If you want a quality portable blender for under $100, this is a great choice.
It's for personal use
This appliance has enough capacity for one drink or smoothie at a time. So, it’s an ideal size for those looking for a portable blender for solo use.
Don't buy it if
You want versatility
As we’ve said above, this blender is great at making cold beverages, but lacks versatility when it comes to other recipes. If you want a blender with more options, it’s worth considering an alternative.
You want to use it in quieter environments
At an average of 82 decibels, this portable blender is quieter than some Nutribullet products we’ve tested, but still pretty loud. As such, it may not be as suited to quieter environments, like the workplace.
Honor unveiled the Magic8 Pro Air and the Magic8 RSR Porsche Edition in China yesterday. Alongside the new smartphones, the company also introduced the Watch GS 5, which succeeds the Watch GS 3.
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