Ever wondered who inspired James Bond’s bizarre gadgets? New book reveals genius who was REAL ‘Q’

Whether it’s bagpipe flame-throwers, spear-wielding umbrellas or sports cars that turn into submarines, everyone has a favourite James Bond spy gadget, courtesy of the ever-resourceful ‘Q’ Branch. While it has long been assumed that novelist Ian Fleming used an MI6 department as the inspiration for 007’s brilliantly bonkers gadgets — exploding shark capsule, anyone? — … Read more

Chilling ‘James Bond style’ gadgets used by British secret agents in World War Two emerge for sale

Daggers disguised as smoking pipes, miniature cameras and escape kits hidden in matchboxes are among a haul of chilling ‘James Bond style’ gadgets used by British secret agents in World War Two that are going up for sale this week. A host of concealed weapons used by secret service personnel behind enemy lines are set … Read more

Retro gaming devices have been turned into £20,000 gadgets that can unlock vehicles  

The ‘Game Boy’ that steals cars: Retro gaming devices have been turned into £20,000 gadgets that can unlock vehicles without breaking windows, experts warn Gaming devices have been turned into £20,000 gadgets which can unlock cars One such device is built from devices that are similar to old Nintendo Game Boys It records the car’s … Read more

Average UK adult has £598-worth of unused gadgets in home

The average British adult has around £598’s worth of unused gadgets just gathering dust about their home — equal to some £16.5 billion of tech — a study has found.  However, these forgotten gems may not stay so precious, as smart phones, tablets, computers, and consoles have depreciated by some 20 per cent in the last year. … Read more

The average British adult has around £598’s worth of unused gadgets gathering dust about their home

The average British adult has around £598’s worth of unused gadgets just gathering dust about their home — equal to some £16.5 billion of tech — a study has found.  However, these forgotten gems may not stay so precious, as smart phones, tablets, computers, and consoles have depreciated by some 20 per cent in the last year. … Read more

Amazon’s smart gadgets are currently reduced by up to 40%

Just in time for Father’s Day (Sunday June 21), you can bag a deal on Amazon’s bestselling home devices, including e-readers, smart speakers and Fire TV sticks. Better yet, all of these gadgets can be delivered next day to your door, which is perfect if you’re looking for a last-minute gift. Savings include a mega discount … Read more

From a face shield to phone sanitiser and a hook to open doors… Gadgets to stop you catching Covid

Frequent handwashing and social distancing are known to reduce the spread of infection. But could gadgets — such as a prong for flushing loos and covers for keyboards — help too? ADRIAN MONTI asked experts to review a selection; we then rated them. Hygienehook, £14.99, hygienehook.co.uk HOOK TO OPEN DOORS Hygienehook, £14.99, hygienehook.co.uk CLAIM: This … Read more

A wallet you can WEAR! The gadgets that could transform how you pay

Wait, what? You’re paying with your shirt?’ asks a wide-eyed barman as I swipe my cuff over his contactless card machine. I am testing what is claimed to be the world’s first ever smart payment shirt, CashCuff — a rather flamboyant garment with a tiny chip about the size of a Sim card in the … Read more