Episode 1
Episode 1 • Jun 07, 2004
The Gadget Show is a British television series which focuses on consumer technology. The show, which is broadcast on Channel 5 is currently presented by Jason Bradbury and Rachel Riley with Jon Bentley and Pollyanna Woodward. Originally a thirty-minute show, it was extended to forty-five minutes, then later to sixty minutes. Repeats have also aired on the digital channel 5*, syndicated broadcasts on Discovery Science and Dave, and Channel 5's Internet on-demand service Demand 5. In Australia, it is aired on The Lifestyle Channel.
464 episodes total
Status
Ended
First Aired
2004
Rating
6.7/10
13 votes • HD
People
Episodes
Episode 1 • Jun 07, 2004
Episode 2 • Jun 14, 2004
Episode 3 • Jun 28, 2004
Episode 4 • Jul 05, 2004
Episode 5 • Jul 12, 2004
Episode 6 • Jul 19, 2004
Episode 1 • Jan 14, 2005
Episode 2 • Jan 21, 2005
Episode 3 • Jan 28, 2005
Episode 4 • Feb 04, 2005
Episode 5 • Feb 11, 2005
Episode 6 • Feb 18, 2005
Episode 1 • Oct 03, 2005
Episode 2 • Oct 10, 2005
Episode 3 • Oct 17, 2005
Episode 4 • Oct 24, 2005
Episode 5 • Oct 31, 2005
Episode 6 • Nov 07, 2005
Episode 1 • Jan 30, 2006
Jon Bentley showcases the latest photo-editing software and puts it to the test by recreating famous images - from the poster for The Shining to the 1966 England World Cup squad. Suzi Perry investigates the history of video game company Atari. Jason Bradbury tries to go a day without using any gadgets, and Tom Dunmore reviews the latest MP3 players on the market.
Episode 2 • Feb 06, 2006
The team investigate the growth of online gambling, and discover some of the dangers it poses. Jason Bradbury finds out about `telepresence' - teleconferencing using virtual reality to recreate an environment, which has proven useful not just in business, but also to the police and surgeons. The new Bose Wave Music System CD player is also put to the test.
Episode 3 • Feb 13, 2006
Jason Bradbury investigates the future of communications with the aid of BT's research and development team, and meets futurologist Ian Pearson, who speculates on the likelihood of such innovations as TV screens implanted in contact lenses. Jon Bentley puts the most advanced torches on the market to the test and Suzi Perry discovers the history of the metal detector.
Episode 4 • Feb 20, 2006
Jon Bentley reports on how easy it is for hackers to obtain personal information from old computers, Suzi Perry investigates gadget companies' efforts to make their products appeal to women, while Jason Bradbury tries to build a hovering skateboard for £150. Plus a look at the latest in speaker systems
Episode 5 • Feb 27, 2006
Featuring a laptop buyers' guide with Jason Bradbury, a laptops group test with Jon Bentley and Tom Dunmore's pick of the latest USB devices.
Episode 6 • Mar 06, 2006
Suzi Perry road-tests three mountain bikes, while Jon Bentley finds out if the iPod deserves its status as the biggest-selling MP3 player on the market. Tom Dunmore picks his favourite mobile phones, and Jason Bradbury visits the Isle of Man to discover a new breakthrough in telecommunications.
Episode 1 • Sep 18, 2006
Episode 2 • Sep 25, 2006
Episode 3 • Oct 02, 2006
Episode 4 • Oct 09, 2006
Jason Bradbury and Suzi Perry have their own gadget triathlon to see who can best control a powerboat, drive fastest and fly highest.
Episode 5 • Oct 16, 2006
Jason Bradbury is challenged to live life as a pensioner. Using a specially designed 'old suit', can he still live his normal gadget-filled life?
Episode 6 • Oct 23, 2006
Searching for the best value computer, Suzi sets out to discover how much RAM she can buy for 500 pounds.
Episode 1 • Feb 12, 2007
Kit out your house for next to nothing, Binoculars with Chris Ryan, The Critical List - mobile phones.
Episode 2 • Feb 19, 2007
Free WiFi for all, the campaign continues, What's on TV?, The Critical List - DAB radios, Digital bridge cameras
Episode 3 • Feb 26, 2007
Working party - on compact HiFis, MP3s - 'Tested to destruction', The Critical List - toys!, It's all in the Mindwriter
Episode 4 • Mar 05, 2007
Wild Challenge, The Critical List - MP3s.
Episode 5 • Mar 12, 2007
iTrip, Spy Gadgets - the hunt for PS3, HDD camcorders, The Critical List - sounds creative.
Episode 6 • Mar 19, 2007
Laptops - PC vs. Mac, Sky vs. BT vs. Virgin, The Critical List - juicers.
Episode 1 • Oct 29, 2007
Suzi Perry and Jason Bradbury pit the Nokia N95 and Apple's iPhone against each other in a series of challenges, testing their durability, multimedia functions and sat-nav capability. Jon Bentley investigates the trend toward miniaturisation, looking at a range of goods employing the tiniest technology
Episode 2 • Nov 05, 2007
Suzy Perry and Jason Bradbury compare the durability of a range of rugged digital cameras in the challenging environment of Iceland, while Jon Bentley teams up with athlete Iwan Thomas to test the latest hi-tech running shoes
Episode 3 • Nov 12, 2007
Jon Bentley, Jason Bradbury and Suzi Perry showcase technological toys, putting a range of outdoor gadgetry to the test and looking at the latest in combination cameras - devices designed to both shoot videos and capture still images. Plus, Suzi campaigns for honesty in broadband advertising
Episode 4 • Nov 19, 2007
The technophiles pit Sony's PlayStation 3 against the Nintendo Wii, compare Freeview personal video recorders and look at a revolutionary speedboat that can dive below the waves and jump out of the water.
Episode 5 • Nov 26, 2007
Jason Bradbury and Suzi Perry put HD camcorders to the test, while Jon Bentley investigates music phones with the help of Radio 1 DJs Bobby Friction and Nihal. Plus, the team scrutinises the latest gadgets for the kitchen, including a kettle that can boil water in just three seconds and a chip fryer that uses just one teaspoon of olive oil.
Episode 6 • Dec 03, 2007
Jason Bradbury and Suzi Perry compare the first two HD camcorders on the market, while Jon Bentley tests a range of mobile printers after a spell of photography at Longleat Safari Park. Also under scrutiny are the latest DAB radios and a revolutionary new digital instrument.
Episode 1 • Mar 31, 2008
Jason and Suzi record a movie; Jon tries out the sleek new MacBook Air; and Jason's water-rocket car returns.
Episode 2 • Apr 07, 2008
The presenters hit the countryside, heading for the hills with a phone that claims to be the toughest in the world. They also put the latest generation of hand-held GPS devices through their paces, see how a range of tents stand up to the elements and race around in some of the coolest off-road kit available. They also test the three main PVR services available and Jason finds out what is on offer at the London Toy Fair.
Episode 3 • Apr 14, 2008
Suzi and Jason shop 'til they drop to see who can buy the most gadgets for a grand. Jon Bentley hits the Alps with champion skier Graham Bell to test some hi-tech skiing jackets that are wired for MP3 players and mobile phones. The team also examine whether the whole gadget revolution has passed insurance companies by, and take a look at the top five laptop bags available on the market.
Episode 4 • Apr 21, 2008
Jason and Suzi are challenged to design a gadget; Jon spends the day with entrepreneur and businessman James Caan, testing the newest BlackBerries and other PDA devices; Jason goes to Europe's largest technology show, CeBIT, and Suzi tests the most popular camera phones on the market.
Episode 5 • Apr 28, 2008
Jason and Suzi put the very latest robotic mops and vacuum cleaners to the test and whip up a meal using the latest cooking gadgets; Trevor Nelson joins Jon to test the newest iPod Nano; Jason hits the slopes riding a PowerBoard and Suzi investigates the very best camera phones on the market.
Episode 6 • May 05, 2008
Jason and Suzi test new mobile phones, night-vision binoculars and satellite navigation systems whilst on the move; Jon investigates the best TVs on the market; Jason finds out about the new sporting craze of dirt surfing; and Suzi tracks down the best gizmos for office warfare.
Episode 1 • Jun 09, 2008
In this edition, Suzi and Jason focus on the world of sport as they test a range of athletic gadgets.
Episode 2 • Jun 16, 2008
Jon and Suzi test their newshound instincts and a range of media tools as they post entertainment reports on the web. Elsewhere, Dallas looks at survival gadgets; and Jason examines an in-car computer.
Episode 3 • Jun 23, 2008
Jason and Suzi review computer games that claim to whip both body and mind into shape. Elsewhere, Jon reveals what camera accessories have made it onto his top-five list; and Dallas tries out a jet-powered version of the dangerous street luge.
Episode 4 • Jun 30, 2008
Jon Bentley and Suzi Perry test the durability of heavy-duty torches by examining how they handle a cliff-dive and a clash with a 30-tonne truck, and check the credentials of two popular single-lens reflex cameras, the Nikon D60 and the Canon EOS 450D. Meanwhile, Dallas Campbell attempts to break the Scalextric world speed record.
Episode 5 • Jul 07, 2008
Suzi, Jason, Dallas and Jon head to the countryside to test a range of outdoor gadgets. They drive off-road vehicles including quad bikes and go-carts, try out the best in binoculars and put a pair of laptops through their paces. Elsewhere, Suzi gets to grips with frisbees and Jon hunts down the best mobile phone deals available.
Episode 6 • Jul 14, 2008
Jason and Jon explore an array of high-definition TVs. Former Olympic swimmer Sharron Davies teams up with Jon to test a range of high-tech running gear. Dallas visits a robot version of the Olympics in San Francisco; and Suzi names and shames her top five stupidest gadgets.
Episode 1 • Oct 06, 2008
Jason and Suzi test different modes of personal transport, the latest in satellite navigation and the toughest of travel cases; Dallas meets a robotic spy; and Jon and Suzi review personal entertainment gadgets.
Episode 2 • Oct 13, 2008
Jason and Dallas take technology into the great outdoors; Jon Bentley reviews media-centre PCs; and Suzi asks a celebrity dentist for her thoughts on electric toothbrushes.
Episode 3 • Oct 20, 2008
Suzi and Jason play spy games as they get to grips with the best in surveillance technology. The Hairy Bikers help Jon test food processors and Jason takes a look at the top five skateboards.
Episode 4 • Oct 27, 2008
Suzi Perry and Jon Bentley blow up a selection of external computer hard drives with gunpowder to assess their physical toughness, before testing the latest inflatable movie screens and taking on a photo enlargement challenge. Jason Bradbury sets out to find the most impressive fireworks on the market and Dallas Campbell visits cinema special effects studio Industrial Light and Magic in San Francisco.
Episode 5 • Nov 05, 2008
Jason and Suzi put recording technology to its ultimate test as they each tape a song. Elsewhere, Dallas achieves super strength with the help of a high-tech exoskeleton, Jon examines a number of folding bicycles, and Jason provides a rundown of the best internet radios available to buy.
Episode 6 • Nov 10, 2008
The team assesses the latest outdoor technology by comparing the performance of analogue transmitters with cutting-edge digital devices in poor weather conditions. Thermal underwear is rated in extreme temperatures, and radios designed to withstand the rigours of a building site are fired from a home-made catapult. Jon Bentley goes in search of the best broadband deal in Britain.
Episode 1 • Mar 09, 2009
New series of the consumer technology show presented by Jason Bradbury, Suzi Perry, Jon Bentley and Ortis Deley. Suzi and Jason are gripped with Oscar fever as they put to the test a range of special-effects technology. Elsewhere, Ortis examines 3D TV, Jon looks at the best home-phone deals available and Jason visits the London Toy Fair.
Episode 2 • Mar 16, 2009
Episode 3 • Mar 23, 2009
Episode 4 • Mar 30, 2009
Episode 5 • Apr 06, 2009
Episode 6 • Apr 13, 2009
Episode 1 • Aug 03, 2009
Jason Bradbury and Suzi Perry take part in one of their most complex challenges to date, constructing a full-sized remote-controlled vehicle capable of competing in a banger race. Jon Bentley heads for New York to put touch-screen phones to the test, and Ortis Deley swims with a colony of robotic penguins in Germany
Episode 2 • Aug 10, 2009
Suzi Perry and Ortis Deley explore whether it is possible to lead a totally wireless life, using Lamborghinis, powerboats, electric cars and trains above and below ground to race from London to Plymouth. On reaching their destination, the duo travel across a quarry via advanced motorbike and personal hovercraft. Meanwhile, chef Simon Rimmer tests hi-tech ovens and Jason Bradbury checks out a selection of free online games
Episode 3 • Aug 17, 2009
Websites come under the spotlight as Jason Bradbury learns how to cook and Ortis Deley sets out to play the guitar, both using only online tutorials and resources. After one month, the presenters' progress is assessed by chef Antony Worrall Thompson and NME's news editor Paul Stokes. Meanwhile, Suzi Perry and Jon Bentley compare the technology for sale in London and Seoul, South Korea, and journalist Dawn Porter
Episode 4 • Aug 24, 2009
Episode 5 • Aug 31, 2009
Episode 6 • Sep 07, 2009
Episode 1 • Feb 01, 2010
New series. Jason Bradbury and Suzi Perry fight for survival using hi-tech tools when they visit the Liwa desert in Abu Dhabi - one of the most inhospitable locations on Earth. Jon Bentley tests the latest generation of e-readers on the beaches of the Caribbean, and Ortis Deley gives his opinion on some of 2010's most anticipated gadgets
Episode 2 • Feb 08, 2010
Comedian Dom Joly challenges Suzi Perry and Ortis Deley to take part in a money-saving task, in which they demonstrate economic ways to run expensive pieces of technology. Meanwhile, Jason Bradbury scours the London Toy Fair for this year's must-have devices, and Jon Bentley weighs up the benefits of upgrading to Blu-ray
Episode 3 • Feb 15, 2010
Two members of the team compete to shoot rival pop music videos, but while Suzi Perry has use of a full professional crew and equipment, Jason Bradbury has to do it all himself using consumer gear. Jon Bentley tests the latest smartphones on the market, asking if any have what it takes to steal the mighty iPhone's crown, and there is also a look at the top five mobile phone apps. Ortis Deley heads to the Czech Republic to try out the Snow Glider, an aerodynamic sleigh that boasts a rear-mounted propeller
Episode 4 • Feb 22, 2010
The team try and avoid capture using a variety of the latest gadgets. Jo Whiley and Jon try out three of the best music streaming systems. Suzi takes a look at the best kettles available.
Episode 5 • Mar 01, 2010
Suzi Perry and Jason Bradbury are challenged to create a mind-boggling illusion that will be judged by magician Paul Zenon. Ortis Deley travels to Barcelona to meet Reem-B, an advanced robot that can walk, grasp objects and communicate with humans, and Jon Bentley reviews the latest home cinema technology. Plus, a rundown of the five sexiest gadgets available
Episode 6 • Mar 08, 2010
Ortis Deley and Suzi Perry use a combination of tracking devices, satellite photography and information readily available on the internet to locate Jon Bentley. Former Olympic 100m champion Linford Christie assesses the latest sports shoes available, and Jason Bradbury drives one of the world's fastest race-car simulators. Plus, a selection of digital cameras is subjected to extreme testing
Episode 1 • Aug 02, 2010
New series of the consumer technology show. Suzi and Jason mount a promotional campaign to advertise the show using cutting-edge technology. Jon tests the iPhone 4
Episode 2 • Aug 09, 2010
This week, Suzi and Ortis race to the top of a mountain, Jason reports on cutting-edge gaming from Las Vegas, and the presenters get to grips with the latest coffee machines.
Episode 3 • Aug 16, 2010
In this episode's challenge, Jason and Suzi go head to head in a competition to produce the best cinema trailer. With cutting-edge amateur recording equipment at their disposal and acerbic Radio 1 film critic James King judging, the stakes are high. While Jason discovers an astonishing camera capable of filming in 360-degree wraparound vision, Suzi opts to embrace the 3D fad. Suzi makes the potentially risky decision to build her own camera system, but she scores a coup when she lands the world’s only ‘emotion jacket’, designed to allow viewers to share in the intense sensations experienced by on-screen characters. Elsewhere, Ortis looks into the murky world of black ops warfare and top-secret research projects. Top of his list is the Little Dog project, run by the US military’s secretive DARPA (Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency) arm. The Little Dog is an incredibly advanced four-legged robot capable of giving chase to targets over rough terrain. Can Ortis persuade the creators to divulge the secrets behind this awesome new technology? Meanwhile, in Singapore, Jon and new girl Pollyanna road test the team’s top five in-ear headphones. Pollyanna soon finds herself being catapulted 200 feet in the air at 125mph on the end of a bungee rope – all in the name of research. Finally, Jon dons his whites and ventures into the kitchen with top chef Jean-Christophe Novelli to try out three of the best dishwashers on the market. But will any of the timesaving devices live up to the fiery Frenchman’s high standards?
Episode 4 • Aug 23, 2010
Jon Bentley endeavours to rescue some wet electronic gadgets, Suzi tests waterproof jackets and Jason and Ortis build their own speedboats.
Episode 5 • Aug 30, 2010
Suzi Perry and Ortis Deley join forces to turn a traditional seaside bed and breakfast into an automated hotel. Their new-look establishment will be packed with state-of-the-art gadgetry designed to fulfil a guest’s every need. A real-life tourism inspector will then judge their efforts. Jon Bentley and Pollyanna Woodward head off to Singapore for the spectacular annual River Festival to test out the best one-touch camcorders on the market. Closer to home, Jason Plato takes to the streets and hops on buses, taxis and rickshaws to select his top five computer games to play whilst on the move. Also, Ortis slaps on his Speedos to check out the PowerSki Jetboard – a powered surfboard capable of speeds of 40mph. Ortis’s unusual choice of surfing destination is Sweden, which has ample quantities of the ‘flat’ water for which the board is designed. Unfortunately for Ortis, however, things do not go entirely to plan.
Episode 6 • Sep 06, 2010
- Ultimiate Tested to Destruction - Top 5 Gadget Games - Whole House Music Streaming - DTV Shredder (Off-Road Skateboard Hybrid)
Episode 1 • Feb 14, 2011
This week, The Gadget Show is back with a brand new series and its our first where the gang performed in-front of a live studio audience. Ortis and Pollyanna head to South Africa testing photo cameras and video cameras in very extreme conditions. And, our Live Studio audience get hands on with a whole load of robots in a raging robot race. It’s going to be really wild show!
Episode 2 • Feb 21, 2011
This week on The Gadget Show Suzi and Ortis are using to gadgets to help them Get Rich Quick, Jon is joined by the fabulous Flawless to test Sports MP3 players and we bring you the Top 5 Tech you should be looking out for in 2011.
Episode 3 • Feb 28, 2011
This week on The Gadget Show, Jason and Pollyanna get dirty in a Gadget Rally; Ortis ascends one of London’s tallest buildings, to test the latest pedometers. And Jon gets is joined by Jessica Jane Clement to test the best ways of getting your gadgets back if they’re nicked. Thanks to all of these guys who made it all happen!
Episode 4 • Mar 07, 2011
This week on The Gadget Show, Jason and Suzi are going virtual, Jon is testing All-In-One Home Cinema systems with Jonny Herbert, Ortis is off being a big kid checking out the latest toys at this years Toy Fair and Polly is off Florida to test an underwater scooter.
Episode 5 • Mar 14, 2011
This week on The Gadget Show Pollyanna and Jon test the latest Smartphone’s to find the ‘King of the Smartphone’s, Guy Martin from The Boat that Guy Built tests Mountain Bikes on Cannock Chase, Ortis takes a hind end bike for a ride and Suzi is in Bed with Alarm Clocks to find the Top 5.
Episode 6 • Mar 21, 2011
This week on The Gadget Show Jason and Ortis put everything on the line as they each face a seemingly impossible challenge; can Ortis build a Gravity Racer and can Jason build a Jet Powered Luge? And, on top of that, Jon tests Freeview + HD boxes with the help of Mrs Bentley and Suzi surfs the web to find the Top 5 Websites.
Episode 1 • Aug 19, 2011
This week on The Gadget Show we kicked off the series with Ortis and Pollyanna heading off to Morroco to make a movie using consumer video tech, Jon jetted off to Italy to test the latest folding bikes and Suzi was putting a smile on the faces of some gadget volunteers to find the Top 5 Toothbrushes.
Episode 2 • Aug 26, 2011
Pollyanna checks out a powered exoskeleton, and Suzi sweeps up the best mini vacuums on the market.
Episode 3 • Sep 02, 2011
The gang shop for the best gadget that you can buy for £100 and road test the latest 3D camcorders.
Episode 4 • Sep 09, 2011
Jon takes a crash course in surfing and hits the waves to test the latest wetsuits. Meanwhile, Ortis goes on the hunt for the most effective shredders on the market.
Episode 5 • Sep 16, 2011
This episode looks at gadget experience days, 3DTVs, gadget toasters and whether expensive cables give you value for money.
Episode 6 • Sep 23, 2011
Suzi and Ortis try to give the paperback a 21st-century makeover as they create their own interactive e-books. Pollyanna takes a look at the different latest waterproof cameras available. Jon attempts to find the country's best and fastest broadband deals.
Episode 1 • Jun 03, 2013
Jon Bentley rejoins the team as does newcomer Rachel Riley. Noise-cancelling headphones are tested at Birmingham's Spaghetti Junction. Pollyanna is in Canada to take a look at the Maverick flying car. Jon is in Manchester to put three action cameras through their paces with the help of the British BMX team. Danny Dyer offers his views on movie-streaming services.
Episode 2 • Jun 10, 2013
Rachel and Jason take a look at the latest 4K television technology with the help of Got To Dance champions Chris and Wes. Pollyanna takes a look at state-of- the-art watercraft in California, Jon gets some celebrity help to test the latest convertible laptops for the new Windows 8 operating system.
Episode 3 • Jun 17, 2013
Rachel and Jason try out some backlit e-readers whilst Pollyanna gets behind the wheel of The Human Car. Jon tries some walking boots on a hike in the Lake District and comedian Al Murray learns more about soundbar technology.
Episode 4 • Jun 24, 2013
Rachel and Jason are in the chair this week as they team up with top cosmetic dentist James Russell to put the latest electronic toothbrushes through their paces. Polly comes face-to-face with the Mantis, the biggest all-terrain hexapod robot in the world. Jon Bentley is in Amsterdam testing out the latest batch of Android smartphones.
Episode 5 • Jul 01, 2013
With 2013 already shaping up to be the year of the gamer, the team hooks up with superstar gamers KSI and Ali-A in LA at the biggest gamers’ expo on the planet – E3 – to find out how good these next-generation consoles really are. Back on home soil, Rachel and Jason enlist the help of ex-con Michael Fraser as they rig the studio with the latest home security technology.
Episode 6 • Jul 08, 2013
Rachel and Jason head to a Birmingham BMX track to test the best in RC Motorbikes before putting the winner through its paces on a home built 'Loop da Loop' but will their bike and craftsmanship be enough to get them another place in the record books? Polly is on the east coast of America visiting twin brothers Geoff and Michael Howe, who have set up a business building military-grade armoured vehicles. After becoming the youngest duo ever to receive a military contract, and making the world’s fastest tank, they have clearly impressed the US Army. Will their ‘Swat Bot’ and Amphibious ATV pass muster with Polly? Jon Bentley is on the hunt for a bargain telly, looking at the 1080p HDTVs that cost under £300. With entry-level sets now boasting high-end features like 3D and TV-on-demand, are the manufacturers cutting corners or can Jon really bag a bargain? Janet Street Porter goes on a jaunt around south London, asking whether we still need to shell out for a satnav.
Episode 1 • Oct 14, 2013
Rachel and Jason take a look at the Google Glass wearable computer before taking a road trip to discover out whether 4G is really everything that it is cracked up to be. Pollyanna tests a Quadski whilst Jon puts three DSLR cameras to the test.
Episode 2 • Oct 21, 2013
Jon looks at some of the best free- to-air TV services before making his way to Geneva, Switzerland and the European HQ of the UN to test translation apps. Jason and Rachel make a portable BBQ that is small enough to fit in your pocket. Iwan Thomas takes a look at the latest in running apps.
Episode 3 • Oct 28, 2013
Jason and Rachel create a pair of tech Halloween costumes and then test them out by giving the public a scare in Birmingham. Jamie East uses a different range of budget cameras at the TV Choice awards whilst Jon takes a look at how to get better sound from flat screen TVs on a budget. Pollyanna gets the chance to drive the Batmobile in America.
Episode 4 • Nov 04, 2013
Rachel and Jason test the tastiest electronic toothbrushes on the market. Polly pushes a mechanical Mantis around and Jon picks out the smartest android smartphone.
Episode 5 • Nov 11, 2013
Blockbuster smartphones, fitness bands and road bikes.
Episode 6 • Nov 18, 2013
Judge Jules tests four leading DJ apps in Ibiza.
Episode 1 • Feb 24, 2014
Ortis joins Rachel and Jason to reveal why the desktop PC has gone the way of the dodo.
Episode 2 • Mar 03, 2014
The team put tablet cases to the test.
Episode 3 • Mar 10, 2014
Jon and Jason decide which home cinema system is worthy of an Oscar.
Episode 4 • Mar 17, 2014
The team test 3D projectors and wireless printers and Ortis rides future transport in California.
Episode 5 • Mar 24, 2014
Helen Skelton hops on the Gadget bus to see if technology can transform her into a master baker.
Episode 6 • Mar 31, 2014
The team use the latest technology to try to beat some human experts at their own games.
Episode 1 • Sep 15, 2014
The team look back to the first series to see what technological evolution has done to the world of gadgets.
Episode 2 • Sep 22, 2014
The team find out if the latest music-making technology can help them top the charts.
Episode 3 • Sep 29, 2014
Amy takes a look at an all-purpose emergency rescue vehicle with a difference.
Episode 4 • Oct 06, 2014
Jon, Jason and lots of gadgets take on Ortis and Amy in a physical and mental challenge.
Episode 5 • Oct 13, 2014
The team look at mirror-less cameras and gadgets for man's best friend.
Episode 6 • Oct 20, 2014
Ortis is in Seoul checking out bluetooth speakers.
Episode 1 • Mar 02, 2015
Ortis travels to Manchester to visit the home of graphene.
Episode 2 • Mar 09, 2015
Amy travels to Kansas City, home of the tallest water slide in the world, where she tests three leading waterproof headphones. Ortis is in Japan looking at new innovations in karaoke.
Episode 3 • Mar 16, 2015
The team get thrifty in a budget special.
Episode 4 • Mar 23, 2015
Amy Williams creates a 360-degree rig whilst Jason projects his image as a hologram as the duo battle it out to come up with the ultimate selfie. Jon learns whether e-books or the real thing offers the best reading experience.
Episode 5 • Mar 30, 2015
In an April Fools special. Jason and Amy have to try and hoax the public by creating a multisensory installation inside a coffee shop. Jon Bentley takes a look at a selection of curved televisions and Ortis takes a look at a range of odd gadgets in Tokyo.
Episode 6 • Apr 06, 2015
The presenters use technology to help their chances of beating professionals at their own game.
Episode 1 • Sep 21, 2015
The programme is back to review the latest technological devices on the market, including a behind-the-scenes look at gaming channel The Diamond Minecart. Ortis Deley travels to California to check out a new bionic eye implant designed to help blind people regain their sight, and Jon Bentley tests out a smart watch. Amy Williams and Jason Bradbury also host
Episode 2 • Sep 28, 2015
Episode 3 • Oct 05, 2015
Consumer show showcasing the latest tech. Jason and Ortis take on the British swimming team, Jon looks into new hi-res music formats, and Amy tries out an intense workout machine.
Episode 4 • Oct 12, 2015
Episode 5 • Oct 19, 2015
Episode 6 • Oct 26, 2015
Episode 1 • Feb 19, 2016
The team take a look at virtual reality headsets.
Episode 2 • Feb 26, 2016
Jon looks at the latest smartphones. Jason takes on a group of ex-special forces soldiers, and Yue Xu drives a car which can speak to other vehicles.
Episode 3 • Mar 04, 2016
Jon Bentley tests a product intended to replace both a laptop and tablet, questioning whether it really can offer the best of both worlds. Ortis Deley and Amy Williams taking on a professional car valet at his own game, hoping their state-of-the-art equipment will secure them victory. In the US, Yue Xu visits CES, the world's biggest technology exhibition, where she goes behind the scenes to reveal the gadgets ready to take 2016 by storm, and the team spends a day in the company of a man carving himself a career out of playing football video games.
Episode 4 • Mar 11, 2016
Ortis and Jon take on Amazon Prime at transport tech, Yue Xu looks at the future of food, and inventor Colin Furze opens his top secret bunker.
Episode 5 • Mar 18, 2016
Episode 6 • Apr 01, 2016
Jon kits out Mitz Patel with the latest romantic gadgets.
Episode 1 • Oct 07, 2016
What are the greatest gadgets of all time? Is it the Walkman, a microwave, a computer game or something completely different? The team argue for their favourites as they countdown to number one.
Episode 2 • Oct 14, 2016
In Sweden, Jon Bentley tests out 360-degree cameras, while Ortis Deeley quizzes the big players who populate Stockholm's answer to Silicon Valley.
Episode 3 • Oct 21, 2016
Jon suggests ways to keep hackers at bay, Yue and Ortis investigate the latest 3-D printers and Jason gets on his tech-laden bike to race a Bentley Bentayga.
Episode 4 • Oct 28, 2016
The gang run a fine-tooth comb through the dizzying world of dog grooming, Jon weighs up the merits of HDR TV and Ortis checks out some unreal hologram tech.
Episode 5 • Nov 04, 2016
Can tech turn out a better wedding cake than Bake Off winner Mark Tilling? Jon Bentley and his tech testers check out the latest camping gear.
Episode 6 • Nov 11, 2016
Amy and Jason take on landscaping pros the Benton Brothers, Jon trains his ear on a £100,000 turntable and Ortis tries out Call of Duty: Infinite Warfare.
Episode 1 • Mar 10, 2017
Craig Charles steps into the hot seat to deliver his verdict on the Nintendo Switch, Jon gets his hands on a Samsung 360 camera and Georgie Barrat kicks off her season-long experiment to transform an amateur football team using the latest tech.
Episode 2 • Mar 17, 2017
Craig gets his hands on a drone made of magnetic blocks that can be reconfigured in seconds, Georgie sees which tech is helping to create Olympic boxing medalists and, in the first of a series-long feature, Ortis helps a pair paramedics de-stress.
Episode 3 • Mar 24, 2017
Britain's Got Talent 2014 finalists The Addict Initiative are on hand to help Jon Bentley test the latest wireless earbuds, Georgie Barrat uses technology to focus on improving nutrition for Monkey Tree FC, and Ortis learns about immensely powerful quantum computers
Episode 4 • Mar 31, 2017
Craig turns up some smart headphones, Ortis gives two paramedics a high-tech spa day, Jon makes his call on the latest Chinese smart phone and Georgie visits the New York Toy Fair.
Episode 5 • Apr 07, 2017
Ortis discovers how smart fabrics can stop drivers from nodding off and spot the onset of diabetes. Jon tests three coffee machines costing £100, £600 and £3,500 respectively. With the same high-quality beans going in, will the gizmos make any difference to the end product?
Episode 6 • Apr 21, 2017
Georgie attempts to get in the record books with a marathon VR session, John and Ortis pit two updated cameras against each other, and Ortis helps two paramedics to maximise their breaks.
Episode 1 • Oct 06, 2017
The G Team help magician Tom London improve his YouTube videos. Ortis is in Malta to test a millionaire's dream underwater toy. And, Jon evaluates Dyson's addition to the robotic vacuum sector.
Episode 2 • Oct 13, 2017
Jon taste tests some tea-making tech, Georgie follows a trail to Italy that leads to a personal cargo-carrying robot, and The G Team deliver a crash course in dash cams.
Episode 3 • Oct 20, 2017
Craig Charles flies the most affordable ever drone. Jon Bentley tests out IKEA smart lighting, Georgie Barratt meets rock band The Hoosiers as they test out portable music tech and Ortis Deley reveals the coolest gadgets at Europe's biggest consumer electronics show.
Episode 4 • Oct 27, 2017
Craig Charles, Jon Bentley, Ortis Deley and Georgie Barrat host a special edition from EGX, the UK's biggest gaming event, attended by 75,000 excited fans. Jordan Erica Webber unboxes the brand new Microsoft Xbox One X and gives her first impressions of one of the headline-grabbing launch titles. The team also gives its first impressions of Sony's brand new Playlink system, which is designed for social gaming. Plus, Jon examines research suggesting that gaming can increase reaction times, improve hand-eye coordination and help team-working skills.
Episode 5 • Nov 03, 2017
Three model testers try out the latest high-spec toothbrushes under the watchful eye of Britain's Young Dentist of the Year, before Jon Bentley puts a £20 budget model through its paces to see whether everyone is simply pouring money down the sink. Recent developments in battery technology have resulted in a glut of brand new e-bikes, so the G Team rides three of the newest models to find out which one the canny commuter consumer should choose. Plus, Ortis Deley sees what the future holds at the Virtual Reality Show in London.
Episode 6 • Nov 10, 2017
Jon Bentley assesses the worth of a range of kits now available at less than £200 that claim to tell their users which exercise, lifestyle and diet is best suited to their genetic make-up - and whether they are susceptible to certain illnesses. The G Team attempts to match personal trainer and model Em Furey with the perfect gadget for her job. Plus, Georgie Barrat and Ortis Deley use the power of tech to try to make better cocktails than an award-winning drinks mover and shaker.
Episode 1 • Mar 09, 2018
Ortis Deley and Georgie Barrat travel to Nevada to visit the world's biggest consumer electronics show in Las Vegas. The events boasts upgraded drones, upgraded VR headsets, upgraded televisions and a stream of new robots to help around the house. Meanwhile, Jon Bentley joins Craig Charles in a `versus' challenge to see if cutting-edge tech can put them on a par with professional decorators. Jon and Craig have access to the finest aids that tech has to offer, while the professionals have to rely on experience, skill and traditional tools.
Episode 2 • Mar 16, 2018
The television's days may well be numbered as one of 2018's breakthrough gadgets could prove to be the laser projector, which promises better image quality than traditional projectors, offers bigger screen sizes, yet doesn't take up much space. Jon Bentley conducts a scientific test by pitting a brand new model against a top-notch TV in front of a select audience. Plus, another visit to CES in Las Vegas to look at the more unusual offerings from the world's tech companies. Presented by Craig Charles.
Episode 3 • Mar 23, 2018
Georgie Barrat and Ortis Deley head to Las Vegas to test 360-degree cameras, where two new models from action-cam manufacturers GoPro and Garmin promise improved software that allows users to edit their own panoramic masterpieces. Jon Bentley asks couples to test out smart tech bathroom scales, while consumer champion Harry Wallop offers more tips on tips saving cash on tech. Plus, Jordan Erica-Webber has the week's biggest gaming news. Presented by Craig Charles.
Episode 4 • Apr 06, 2018
The gang ditch the studio to put the latest outdoor gadgets to the test. From staying dry against the elements and using a supercharged torch for tea-making, to dodging paintballs and hunting Bigfoot, who will come out on top?
Episode 5 • Apr 13, 2018
With the help of an 'ethical hacker', Jon investigates how easy it is to gain remote access to our smart devices. The G Team compare three gadgets for cleaning cars, and Ortis races an uphill cycling champion using tech.
Episode 6 • Apr 20, 2018
Jon Bentley plugs in the latest ear buds that can translate in real time, the G Team come to the aid of a boxer looking to reach the next level with the help of the latest gear, and Georgie and Ortis report on the latest advances in robotic innovations on Earth, and Mars...
Episode 1 • Oct 05, 2018
Jon Bentley heads to Weston-super-Mare in Somerset to put three leading noise-cancelling headphones through their paces, testing for performance, comfort and sound quality. Gaming expert Jordan Erica Webber reports from the world's most prestigious video games festival, gamescom, while Ortis Deley and Georgie Barrat head to Berlin's massive consumer tech exhibition, IFA, for a look at the newest launches and latest products. Plus, Jon, Ortis and Georgie reform the G Team to help dog-lover Rachel, who wants some innovative tech ideas for her beloved pooch. Presented by Craig Charles.
Episode 2 • Oct 12, 2018
Episode 2 Georgie Barrat offers a bride-to-be a virtual reality experience ahead of her big day, while Jordan Erica Webber reports from the UK's biggest gaming fair and Jon Bentley puts a miniature camera to the test in a safari park. Plus, a report from the IFA tech exhibition in Berlin, examining the future of smart home technology.
Episode 3 • Oct 19, 2018
The G Team is given a budget of £1,000 and challenged to come up with three home cinema options for a bunch of millennials who want the excitement of the big screen without leaving their living room. With yet another iPhone launch from Apple, Jon Bentley takes a look at some of the more unusual Android alternatives, which include the Oppo, the LG soundbox and the return of the Blackberry. Craig Charles and Ortis Deley report from the Green Meadows Festival in Peterborough, where they test out the latest in DJ tech.
Episode 4 • Oct 26, 2018
Craig Charles and the team test a variety of tech designed to beat the winter blues. Georgie Barrat visits Wales to meet astronomer Mark Thompson, who helps her try out the latest stargazing apps and telescopes. Ortis Deley tests a range of specialist low-light cameras, and Jon Bentley puts a selection of nocturnal running and cycling equipment through its paces. Plus, a voice-activated board game and a spectacular holographic display.
Episode 5 • Nov 02, 2018
The G Team aid a father and son with some cool new tech to enhance their computer gaming experience. Jon Bentley tries out smartphone alternatives. Ortis Deley investigates how SkyMagic use synchronised drones to put on spectacular displays. Jordan gets a hands-on demonstration of the new Forza 4 game.
Episode 6 • Nov 09, 2018
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Episode 1 • Mar 29, 2019
Craig Charles, Jon Bentley, Ortis Deley and Georgie Barrat visit the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, where rollable television screens and foldable phones are just two of the mindboggling technological advances on offer. Matthew Griffin explains why 11K TV, robotic skin, domestic holograms and cancer-diagnosing apps may well be available in the next few years, while Harry Wallop reveals how to acquire one of the biggest phones of 2019 - the Samsung Galaxy S10 - at the best possible price. Plus, gaming guru Jordan Erica Webber identifies the video games to look out for in the year ahead.
Episode 2 • Apr 05, 2019
For fans of smart assistant speakers, there are now several options available with screens attached. Jon Bentley recruits two families to carry out long-term tests, hoping to grasp what the latest offerings are like to live with. Jess, who lives with her boyfriend on a canal boat in the West Midlands, invites the G Team to come up with three space-saving solutions to increase the living area in her rather cramped abode. Plus, European junior rally champion Chris Ingram finds out how the latest superrealistic driving video game, Dirt 2.0, compares with the real thing.
Episode 3 • Apr 12, 2019
Jon Bentley tests the latest fully wireless headphones with the help of a parkour specialist, a rising rapper called Lady Sanity, and a top British athlete. Ortis Deley travels to Finland at the invitation of gaming giant Ubisoft, whose Scandinavian office has produced the latest version of the hit multi-player die-and-retry motocross game `Trials Rising'. Plus, a look at the new Amazon Alexa, a bicycle with the Alexa smart voice-assistant built in, and tips on how to make cheap calls abroad during Brexit and beyond.
Episode 4 • Apr 26, 2019
Jon Bentley considers getting some serious skin bling, as he, Ortis Deley and Georgie Barrat stop off at the Vivid Ink parlour. Could the latest thing in electronic artistry help the resident needlesmiths become still more creative? The team also assesses the work of scientists at the world-renowned California Institute of Technology, who are now using augmented reality to allow people to see with their ears and cybernetics to help them walk on just one leg. Plus, a report on the latest full-frame mirrorless cameras from Nikon and Canon.
Episode 5 • May 03, 2019
The team take a look at some of the latest gadgets to help with running in the aftermath of the London marathon, and there is also a report on a prestigious gaming awards ceremony. Plus, Georgie Barrat visits a secret laboratory in Liverpool where people get to live out their gadget-making dreams, and Jon Bentley records a podcast which will be available for download immediately after the show.
Episode 6 • May 10, 2019
Craig Charles, Georgie Barrat and Jon Bentley heading into the wilderness to see if gadgets can make the great outdoors even greater, begining by trying to help comedian Shappi Khorsandi and her dog Taylor get into hiking using tech. Plus, Jon puts the world's first indestructible bike helmet to the test, Georgie goes cliff diving in Wales to see if it is possible get a decent action camera for under £100, and naturalist Mike Dilger reveals how to get back in touch with nature by using all manner of wild gadgets and gizmos.
Episode 1 • Oct 04, 2019
Georgie heads to a tech fair in Germany, Jon road tests the latest dash cams, and the G Team pack their suitcases full of tech on a trip to world's best B&B.
Episode 2 • Oct 11, 2019
The G Team tests a gaggle of gardening gadgets against former Blue Peter gardener Lee Connelly, compares folding e-bikes, and reveals how Apple are now looking into the games market.
Episode 3 • Oct 18, 2019
The G Team find a new environmentally friendly gadget for a vegan cafe owner, Ortis tests a futuristic quadrofoil, Jon finds the best budget metal detector, and Georgie champions the GoPro.
Episode 4 • Oct 25, 2019
Georgie Barrat heads to Alton Towers to test action cameras on a rollercoaster, Ortis Deley considers whether the JVC camcorder deserves its place in history, while Jon Bentley assesses the future of 5G. The G Team answers the call of a serial singleton who has been unlucky in his hunt for love - can the latest tech help find him the perfect partner at last? Plus, gaming expert Jordan Erica Webber takes a first look at Nintendo's latest foray into the fitness world.
Episode 5 • Nov 01, 2019
Members of the G Team pitch the latest survival tech to former Royal Marine sniper Aldo Kane, while Jon Bentley pounds the pavements with a TV journalist for the day to test out the latest big screen smartphones. Over in California, Georgie Barrat discovers why the electric scooter company's success hasn't yet made it this side of the pond, before Ortis Deley gets an exclusive try himself during their first UK trials. Plus, this week's Wall of Fame sees Jon pitch for the UK's best-selling computer of all time, the Raspberry Pi.
Episode 6 • Nov 08, 2019
Jon Bentley and BBC 1Xtra DJ and part-time TV reviewer Sideman Allday find out how tech can help avoid overly pricey TV subscriptions. Georgie Barrat appraises Segway's latest personal transport kit, which `follows' people around even when not being ridden. Ortis Deley heads for the hills to test out Google's latest mapping innovation, which allows anyone to record `street view' themselves. Plus, the G Team goes back to university, hoping to teach a group of second-year students how to cook with three of the hottest kitchen gadgets around.
Episode 1 • Jun 12, 2020
Jon Bentley takes Google's latest laptop - the Pixelbook Go - on a day's work experience at one of the world's foremost news websites, the Mail Online. The G Team assists some NHS nurses who want to see how gadgets can get them improve their sleep patterns when working night shifts. Plus, Craig Charles attempts to turn a house into a smart home using off-the-shelf DIY kits and Georgie Barrat hunts down the must-haves for 2020 at the CES exhibition in Las Vegas.
Episode 2 • Jun 19, 2020
Craig Charles assesses Samsung's much-anticipated folding Galaxy Z Flip, while Jon Bentley gives Gogglebox star Sandra Martin three affordable 65-inch televisions to check out. Ortis Deley spends the day with his three-year-old daughter at London's annual Toy Fair where they explore the hottest techy playthings on offer for 2020. The team also revisits 1971, a year when floppy disks were not only a thing but were actually floppy and Craig continues his attempt to turn a house into a smart home. Plus, Harry Wallop has his latest tips on how to save money using tech.
Episode 3 • Jun 26, 2020
Jon Bentley road-tests one the hottest smartphones on the market, the Samsung Galaxy S20, and reveals whether it's worth its premium price tag. Georgie Barrat gets a behind-the-scenes tour of Las Vegas, finding out how Sin City is reinventing itself in to one of the most technologically advanced places in the world. Plus, Ortis Deley reveals how 1995 defined the tech world of today, while a new feature sees Craig Charles attempt to turn a house into a smart home using so-called `easy fit' DIY kits.
Episode 4 • Jul 03, 2020
Ortis Deley delves into the world of 8KTV, bagging an exclusive behind-the-scenes invite to BT Sport's 8K preparations, before checking in with one of its hosts, Gary Lineker, to see what he makes of the new tech. Jon Bentley joins forces with Great British Bake Off semi-finalist Selasi Gbormittah to put three smart ovens through their paces. Plus, the G Team turns its attention to the feline world, heading to a cat cafe to see what man's furry friends make of cutting-edge gizmos designed to keep them amused.
Episode 5 • Jul 10, 2020
Jon Bentley gets his hands on three of the latest soundbars, which promise to bring high-end cinematic audio to any self-respecting living room. Georgie Barrat heads into the rugged mountains of north Wales to take a ride on the world's longest zip line, while testing out a robust new drone ready to take to the skies - even in the wind and rain. The G Team jumps in at the deep end with three gadgets aimed at helping an aspiring swimmer take vital seconds off a lap time. Plus, Craig Charles tries to set up a wireless security system.
Episode 6 • Jul 17, 2020
Jon Bentley goes on a seaside break with an inexpensive DSLR camera to see if it can capture the essence of a great British holiday, while Craig Charles learns to play the piano with help from a smart speaker. Ortis Deley goes behind-the-scenes at a leading e-sports team's training camp to find out how these new stars of the gaming world prepare for a major event. Plus, the G-Team dusts itself down to find the cleaning gadgets that promise to make household chores a breeze and Jordan Erica Webber dives into the world of gaming.
Episode 1 • Sep 25, 2020
Craig Charles continues his mission to create the ultimate smart home, while Georgie Barrat acquires FitBit's latest smart watch, which not only will track a person's workouts but says it can help predict illness and alleviate stress. Ortis Deley recounts the tech story of 1975 - a year that Microsoft got their first gig, Ceefax hit TV screens and, thanks to the humble sandwich toaster, grilled cheese butties became an instant hit in the UK. Plus, Jon Bentley's bags himself an exclusive invite to what is shaping up to be the only major tech expo in 2020 - IFA in Berlin.
Episode 2 • Oct 02, 2020
Jon Bentley compares three budget-friendly coffee machines against a model worth over £15,000, while Craig Charles arms his house with a techy smart lock. Ortis Deley gains behind-the-scenes access to a company that makes drones for the British military. After taking a couple of the devices for a spin, he finds out how this top-secret tech could soon be in drones available to the public. Meanwhile, Georgie Barrat and the G Team advise a tennis coach who wants to see if gadgets can give her players the edge.
Episode 3 • Oct 09, 2020
Jon Bentley enlists the help of comedian Jo Enright to get to grips with three printers that promise to take the hassle out of putting ink onto paper. Georgie Barrat gets her hands on FitBit's brand new wearable, the Sense, which not only tracks how fit a person is, but can also monitor stress and even predict illness. While Ortis Deley delves deep into the tech archives, Harry Wallop reveals a techy way for freelancers to save time and money.
Episode 4 • Oct 16, 2020
Craig Charles is challenged to fit another bit of cutting-edge smart home tech to his humble abode - this time voice-operated blinds. Jordan Erica Webber lands herself the ultimate flight simulator rig to give Microsoft's latest edition of their flying game series a thorough shakedown. Jon Bentley jumps into the world of online video, testing out of the latest vlogging tech with YouTube star TechFlow. Plus, it's Georgie Barrat's turn to travel back to a tech year in time.
Episode 5 • Oct 23, 2020
Ortis Deley spends the day shooting an epic movie trailer with some of the best camera kit around, Georgie Barrat and the G Team help a drag artist revamp their look using tech, while Jon Bentley hops into bed with The Sleep Geek to try out the top techy mattresses. Plus, Harry Wallop explains how to avoid falling into the trap of paying for services after the free trial period has ended.
Episode 6 • Oct 30, 2020
Craig Charles hosts a special edition of the show dedicated to AI, looking into how this technology could change life in the future. Ortis Deley is challenged to compose a new theme music for the show using nothing but artificial intelligence, and Georgie Barrat pays a visit to Ocado Technology to check out the latest advances in robotic technology. Plus, The Chase's Paul Sinha offers tips on the best AI assistants on the market.
Episode 1 • Feb 05, 2021
Jon Bentley flexes his testing muscles down the gym, putting the latest smartwatches through their fitness paces with the help of the world's fittest woman Sam Briggs. Craig Charles and Ortis Deley go head to head in a new challenge segment, putting Apple's recently released iPhone 12 against its three-year-old cousin the iPhone X, to find out if the latest model is a must-buy or not. Plus, money-saving tips from Harry Wallop and the latest gaming news courtesy of Jordan Erica Webber.
Episode 2 • Feb 12, 2021
Jon Bentley tests a pair of top noise-cancelling earbuds with the help of a drum and bass legend, before getting his hands on Apple's brand-new Pro Max headphones. Craig Charles tries to get a smart lighting system playing properly with his television in a bid to experience the ultimate immersive home cinema. Ortis Deley and Georgie Barrat face-off in this week's challenge, pitting high-end against entry-level cooking tech, with the results judged by a revered food critic. Plus, a piece of tech from the archives - the humble 35mm camera - is reappraised in the modern age, and Jordan Erica Webber previews the big gaming releases of 2021.
Episode 3 • Feb 19, 2021
Jon Bentley takes to the skies, testing out consumer drones that not only promise to be friendly to the domestic pocket, but are easy to fly and can record top-notch video. Armed with a budget and a premium Sonos soundbar, Jon and Georgie Barrat battle it out to see if there's as much difference in performance as the price tag suggests. Plus, Ortis Deley brings a rundown of his top five bike accessories and Harry Wallop demonstrates how claiming compensation can be as simple as a click of a mouse. Presented by Craig Charles.
Episode 4 • Feb 26, 2021
Georgie Barrat compares 1998's Nokia 5110 against Samsung's brand new S21 in a bid to assess far mobile phone technology has moved on in 23 years. Jon Bentley is on double duty, first finding out which smart video doorbell is the best value, before going head to head with Craig Charles pitting corded and cordless vacuum cleaners against one another. Plus, Ortis Deley helps an interior designer who wants to see how tech can help in giving her home a much-needed makeover.
Episode 5 • Mar 05, 2021
Jon Bentley sees how three budget 5G smartphones fare on a whistle-stop tour of Liverpool. Along with Ortis Deley, Jon also looks over some astronomy-related tech. Georgie Barrat assesses the best headphones available for under £50, while Harry Wallop looks an app that promises to not only help people save on the food bill, but also prevent waste. Craig Charles offers a rundown of the hottest deals from the tech world and a brand-new competition that is anything but budget.
Episode 6 • Mar 12, 2021
Ortis Deley and Jon Bentley see if now's the time to upgrade to an 8KTV. A chef tries to create fine dining cuisine using the latest consumer microwaves. Georgie Barrat's got a tech solution to help a viewer tear his eight-year-old child away from his games console. And Craig Charles learns how to install an automated dog feeder into a smart home.
Episode 1 • Sep 29, 2021
Craig Charles, Jon Bentley, Georgie Barrat and Ortis Deley return with more tech advice and reviews. In this first episode, Jon puts three big-brand budget phones to the test - the Apple iPhone SE, Samsung Galaxy A52 5G and Google Pixel 4a. Georgie dives into the world of TVs, and with prices recently tumbling for high-end sets, she compares the popular OLED models with Samsung's own QLED tech.
Episode 2 • Oct 06, 2021
Jon takes to the skies to put Apple's highly impressive AirPods Max to the test, and Harry Wallop shares tips to save money on bicycle insurance. Meanwhile, George and Ortis go head-to-head in a battle of Android smartphones, and Craig tries his hand at some smart home tech, but how will he fare when attempting to make chicken wings in a pressure cooker?
Episode 3 • Oct 13, 2021
Jon Bentley tests four of the latest electric cars and Craig Charles uncovers a new piece of tech that claims to aid weight loss and help people work out more efficiently by simply using the power of your breath. Ortis Deley goes head to head with Jon as they find out if you can save a packet by repairing your broken and worn-out tech, and Georgie Barrat tackles another techie Top 5.
Episode 4 • Oct 20, 2021
Ortis tests out a pair of Rayban's latest smart shades, and Jon compares three bits of tech that promise to deliver big sound to your movie experience. Meanwhile, Craig jumps into the world of virtual reality with the Oculus Quest 2, and George tests out pressure washers on a farm.
Episode 5 • Oct 27, 2021
Jon Bentley becomes an influencer for the day as he heads to the UK's only social media house to test out the latest Wi-F tech, while Ortis Deley and Georgie Barrat compare a budget smartwatch to one of the market leaders. Craig Charles checks out innovative tech that helps people drift off to sleep with ease.
Episode 6 • Nov 03, 2021
Jon Bentley and Georgie Barrat come up with an idea to test out smart lightbulbs, while Craig Chrles is tasked with making his wine taste sublime - using the Kelvin K2, which not only tells when wine is at the optimum temperature, but also what should be eaten with it and even what glass it should be drunk from
Episode 1 • Mar 02, 2022
We delve into the history books and see just how far the world of tech has come as we celebrate the run-up to the show's coming of age, after nearly 18 years on TV.
Episode 2 • Mar 09, 2022
Georgie goes treasure hunting with former star of the show, Annabel Croft, as we put Apple's AirTag up against two contenders to see which is best.
Episode 3 • Mar 16, 2022
Ortis is in the testing hotseat, and the saddle as he takes 3 commuter bikes for a ride with the help of two world record holders to find out which is best.
Episode 4 • Mar 23, 2022
This week, it's Vax versus Bissell. Which is best when it comes to stubborn carpet stains? Ortis and Georgie have the answer. Jon's gone to the salon, testing 3 techy hairdryers.
Episode 5 • Mar 30, 2022
Jon joins the world's best turntablist to test out on ear headphones; Georgie and Ortis make the best biscuit using the latest baking tech.
Episode 6 • Apr 06, 2022
Georgie is joined by Donald Trump, Michael McIntyre and Sir Ian McKellen.
Episode 1 • Sep 28, 2022
Ortis and Georgie help turn a bland home office into a superfly gaming den, and ask whether people really need to spend top dollar to get great running earbuds. Elsewhere, Jon meets up with social media star Arshdeep Soni to test out the best smartphones for social media, and Harry Wallop is on hand to offer some top tips on how to save money on spiralling energy bills.
Episode 2 • Oct 05, 2022
Ortis and Georgie help a party-loving couple upgrade their speaker set-up and ask whether anyone needs to spend big on a smoothie maker to get the best results. Jon tests dumbphones - an increasingly popular option for people wanting to step away from smartphones - and resident money-saving guru Harry Wallop looks at an app that could save people money when buying petrol
Episode 3 • Oct 12, 2022
Ortis and Georgie show a hectic household how they could make their lives easier by exploring the latest smart blinds, see whether spending big on a toastie maker is needed to get great-tasting results, and have a look at a cutting-edge yet budget-friendly robotic vacuum cleaner. Elsewhere, Jon puts two pushchairs to the test, while resident money-saver Harry Wallop shows how to save cash on train tickets
Episode 4 • Oct 19, 2022
Households across the nation hope to make their lives better with tech. Step up Ortis Deley and Georgie Barrat, who show them the latest time, energy and money saving gadgets.
Episode 5 • Oct 26, 2022
Ortis and Georgie show some new parents the best baby monitors, see whether you need to break the bank on a soundbar to get great results, and try out a new dashcam.
Episode 6 • Nov 02, 2022
Ortis and Georgie show their guests some tech to help deal with high blood pressure, test out the latest soup-makers, and check out an eco-friendly turntable.
Episode 1 • Mar 01, 2023
Ortis Deley and Georgie Barrat assess a top-performing toaster and an innovative iron, while Jon Bentley reviews the iPhone 14. Plus, Harry Wallop offers money-saving tips.
Episode 2 • Mar 08, 2023
Road-testing gadgets including the latest cameras and TVs, a gaming monitor which frees up the TV, noise-cancelling headphones and a sustainable electric toothbrush.
Episode 3 • Mar 15, 2023
Ortis Deley and Georgie Barrat throw a house party, showing their guests the latest in DJ and speaker gear. Jon Bentley compares a premium and budget doorbell.
Episode 4 • Mar 22, 2023
Tested this time: ways to grow plants at home, workout trainers, and a versatile bread maker. Plus hedge trimmers compared, and a cheap coffee maker assessed.
Episode 5 • Mar 29, 2023
Ortis Deley and Georgie Barrat assist a family looking for ways to upgrade their garden get-togethers for the summer. Jon Bentley pits the iPad against a budget competitor.
Episode 6 • Apr 05, 2023
Ortis Deley and Georgie Barrat demonstrate an array of gadgets to make baking a breeze to a household of students, test out the latest hairdryers, and check out budget smart speakers.
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