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If you need to catch up on what’s been happening since this time last week, our ICYMI recap (in case you missed it) is here to help. It features the week’s biggest stories, distilled into an easy-to-digest format.
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7. We tried Spider-Man: Brand New Day for the first time
We’ve already seen a trailer, but the first extended clip of Spider-Man: New Day was shared at CinemaCon 2026 in Las Vegas and there’s a lot to dig into. In addition to what it tells us about the next Spidey movie (hitting theaters on Friday, July 31), it also hints at a retcon that could have an impact on the next two. Avengers cinema.
This is mostly speculation until we can see the movie for ourselves, but everything is now perfectly set for Tom Holland’s return as the web-slinging superhero. At the same CinemaCon 2026 event, we also received two excellent new posters for the film; Check them both out via the link below and let us know which one you prefer.
6. There was a new twist to the ban on foreign routers in the US.
The US administration recently banned the release of new routers made in foreign countries, apparently for national security reasons. One of the companies expected to be affected by the ban was Netgear, but this week we received news that the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) will give a pass to Netgear routers.
Netgear told us it filed a waiver request based on FCC guidelines, which take into account a company’s future plans as well as current manufacturing processes, and that may be what made the difference here. Whatever the details of the fine print, this is still a somewhat confusing decision by the FCC.
5. Amazon gave us a slimmer Fire TV Stick
There was a lot of Amazon Fire TV news this week: Not only did we get a slimmer version of the trusty Fire TV Stick HD streaming device, but an interface revamp is also coming for all Fire TV devices. The updated design will apparently help users find content faster, with improved category selections one of the incoming software improvements.
In addition to the interface update, Amazon is also launching Fire TV channels, which will be free and have advertising. These channels will launch internationally at the end of the month and will cover genres such as news, comedy, cooking and travel. These updates are important enough for rivals like Roku and Google to take note.
4. We tested ‘the most beautiful phone of 2026’
Oppo has something to say to those who think smartphone design has peaked, and it says it with the Find X9 Ultra. We’ve spent some time with the phone, which is inspired by the fantastic Hasselblad
There will be a full reveal of the phone next week, but for now we can confirm that the Oppo Find X9 Ultra comes with twin 200MP cameras and 10x optical zoom, and we’re sure the inside of the phone will be just as good as the outside. Stay tuned to TechRadar for more details in the coming days, including pricing and availability.
3. The DJI Osmo Pocket 4 finally landed
After months of rumors and speculation, the DJI Osmo Pocket 4 has finally landed, and it looks to be a major improvement over the Pocket 3 that preceded it. We’ve listed seven key upgrades that make the latest model worth a look, whether you’re looking to upgrade from an existing device or want to get started with a vlogging camera for the first time.
Updates here include a new 4K sensor for better stills and video, improved color management, a new slow motion mode (up to 8x in full 4K), and subject tracking. We’ve also got some welcome design tweaks to talk about, while there’s a higher capacity battery compared to the Pocket 3 that should ensure more recording time between charges.
2. GoPro launched its epic Mission action cameras
GoPro has been pretty quiet lately, but that changed this week, when we received three new models from the camera company. These models are also aimed firmly at serious videographers and photographers: the Mission 1 Pro ILS supports a Micro Four Thirds lens mount, meaning it’s compatible with hundreds of existing lenses.
Joining that model are the Mission 1 and Mission 1 Pro models. All three cameras feature a new 1-inch 50MP sensor and are capable of recording 8K video, and while we’re still waiting for details on pricing, we know that pre-orders will open on May 21. Take a look at the three new models and tell us what you think: is GoPro back?
1. We tested LG’s new flagship OLED TV
For many years, LG has topped our list of the best OLED TVs on the market, or been very close to the top, so expectations were high for the LG G6, which will lead the charge for the electronics maker in 2026. After spending three weeks in the company of the TV, we can confirm that it sets a new high bar when it comes to viewing experiences.
The LG G5 is still an excellent TV, but the LG G6 has somehow managed to improve on its predecessor in terms of picture quality, glare reduction, gaming performance, color reproduction, and performance in brightly lit rooms. Read our review and see if this could be the major TV upgrade you’ve been waiting for.
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