TechRadar can exclusively confirm that the OnePlus Nord 2T 5G is the next mid-range smartphone from the Chinese manufacturer, and we also have a world-first look at the device – albeit just its rear.
The next Nord handset has been rumored for some time, but OnePlus has now officially shared with TechRadar that the Nord 2T 5G is on the way.
Alongside the Nord 2T name – which marks the new phone out as a clear iterative update over the Nord 2, rather than an entirely new generation – we can also reveal two colors the handset will be available in.
In the image OnePlus shared with us (above), you can see the handset in both black and what appears to be a pastel green. Unfortunately we can only see the bottom portion of the phones, so we're still in the dark as to what the camera bump may look like, and how many sensors it'll feature.
What we can see, though, is a centralized USB-C port on the bottom edge, flanked by a SIM card tray and a speaker.
'Fast charging, a powerful chipset, and a great camera system'
OnePlus is rapidly expanding its Nord handset lineup as it continues to move away from its 'challenger brand' beginnings, which saw it focusing on a single smartphone at a time.
We already have the Nord 2 and Nord CE 2, and the Nord 2T will be the third handset to sport a '2' in its name, although we expect the first of those phones to be replaced with this new device.
While OnePlus wasn't able to provide specific details on the Nord 2T's specs, a spokesperson for the firm told TechRadar that the handset will be "upgrading the flagship essentials of Nord 2" while also maintaining "an affordable price point."
The spokesperson specifically called out "fast charging, a powerful chipset, and a great camera system" when referring to last year's Nord 2, so these may well be the key areas where the 2T improves.
The OnePlus Nord 2T will support 80W fast charging
They went on to say "the OnePlus Nord 2T offers the same super-fast charging as the OnePlus 10 Pro" – which gives us our first confirmed spec for the new handset.
It tells us that the OnePlus Nord 2T will support 80W fast-charging. On the OnePlus 10 Pro that meant 0%-100% in just 30 minutes, and we'd expect a similar speed here.
Why 'T'?
OnePlus has used the characters 'T' and 'R' in a number of product names now, but what exactly do they mean?
The spokesperson told us that T models "represented a holistic performance upgrade for users" while R models are "entry-level flagship devices equipped with the latest technology", with a particular focus on charging and mobile gaming.
As for the Nord 2T, you'll have to wait to find out more information about the new phone – but that wait won't be too long, as OnePlus has confirmed that it will launch in May.
Apart from its ear(1) wireless earbuds, not too much is actually known about Nothing's product plans, but that's set to change as the company has sent out invites to a roadmap event.
Called 'The Truth', the livestream event will take place on March 23 at 2pm GMT (9am ET / 6am PT) where the company will "share news about our 2022 roadmap + a new opportunity for community investment."
The London-based firm also announced a $70M Series B funding round, so the fact it's going to ask for investment from the general public for a second time may raise some eyebrows after an initial community funding round in the middle of 2021 raised $1.5m.
That came after $7m of seed funding in 2020 and a Series A funding round of $15m in 2021 - just how much cash does it need to achieve its goals?
At least this time round public investors may have a better idea of what they are investing in, as the 2021 round came before the company had announced any products.
The hope for Nothing's roadmap event is it will give us a clearer idea of what the firm's plans are - including a potential smartphone.
Are we getting a Nothing phone?
Nothing has previously confirmed it is working on an ecosystem of products, suggesting its portfolio may end up being rather diverse, but one of the hottest rumors surrounds a smartphone.
Company founder, Carl Pei, was previously co-founder at OnePlus and has built a vast reputation - and online following - in the world of affordable flagship phones.
A smartphone would certainly play to Pei's strengths, and a Nothing phone would be something he'd know how to market to a dedicated and engaged audience.
And the Nothing phone rumors were given a boost earlier this week after infamous leaker @evleaks posted an image appearing to show Pei holding a device that doesn't look like any currently-released phone we've seen. However, there's no guarantee this is the Nothing phone in Pei's hands.
Take a look for yourself in the tweet below.
Nothing to see here. pic.twitter.com/mzLeTVHSXmMarch 7, 2022
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This leak does match up with a report a few days previous from Tech Crunch, which said it had been shown similar photograph by a "source with direct knowledge of the matter".
A Nothing phone looks highly likely then, and we may well learn more about it on March 23 - but should you be excited?
Why you should care about the Nothing phone
There aren't too many mysteries in the technology world these days, with most products heavily leaked before their official announcements, leaving little to actually be revealed on launch day - but, so far, not much is known about the rumored Nothing phone.
That makes it a rarity, with only really the new iPhone SE 2022 and Mac Studio able to keep out of the leak limelight in recent months. So for the excitement and mystery factor alone, the Nothing phone is an intriguing proposition.
Then consider Pei's background. OnePlus rocked the established smartphone market when it burst onto the screen in 2014 with its 'flagship killer', the OnePlus One.
Will the Nothing phone be able to change the game like the OnePlus One? (Image credit: TechRadar)
It was a major contributor to the shift in the market, where we saw numerous phone makers introduce 'affordable flagship phones' which offered up an eye-catching array of specs at price points which comfortably undercut the likes of Apple, HTC, LG, Samsung and Sony.
Now, a straight undercutting of Samsung and Apple (RIP HTC, LG) isn't going to put the Nothing phone on the map in 2022 as there's far more competition in the affordable flagship market with Honor, Oppo, Xiaomi, Realme and more all vying for your attention.
But what Pei isn't afraid of is taking a risk and trying something a little bit different, even if it's a marketing play that helps the brand get some separation.
While the company's mission statement is all very blue-sky-thinking, it does leave the door open for something a bit different. "Imagine a world where all of your devices are seamlessly connected. Tech that just works. That you don't have to think about. That feels like nothing" it reads.
Could it use a new material to make it feel like nothing before? Maybe it'll feature a translucent body like the ear(1) buds. Or perhaps it'll be able to read your mind and automatically perform actions - so you don't have to think about it.
Okay, that last one is probably too far-fetched, but the fact is this could be the most exciting smartphone launch of the year - so it'll be worth tuning in.
When the second-generation iPhone SE launched in 2020, it carried the title of Apple's cheapest iPhone ever, with a price tag of $399 / £389 / AU$679 for the entry-level 64GB model.
Hopes were high then, ahead of Apple's 2022 March Event the Cupertino, California-based firm would repeat the trick and bring us a third generation of the popular iPhone SE at an equally palatable - if not even cheaper - price point.
We even saw leaks that suggested the iPhone SE 2022 could cost as little as $300, which would be a defining point for Apple's smartphone series, and a statement that would send shockwaves through the affordable Android market.
The reality, however, is the complete opposite. Apple's cheapest iPhone ever is gone, with the iPhone SE 2020 removed from the firm's website, replaced with the more expensive iPhone SE 2022.
Something doesn't add up
So what's happened? In short, the base-model of the new iPhone SE comes in $30 / £30 / AU$40 more expensive than its predecessor.
iPhone SE prices
New iPhone SE 2022
iPhone SE 2020
64GB
$429 / £419 / AU$719
$399 / £389 / AU$679
128GB
$479 / £469 / AU$799
$449 / £439 / $759
256GB
$579 / £569 / AU$969
n/a
That's disappointing to see, but improvements have been made and it has been two years since the second generation iPhone SE landed - so let's give Apple the benefit of the doubt for a minute.
Here are the main upgrades on the new iPhone SE 2022 over its predecessor.
5G connectivity (vs 4G)
A15 Bionic chipset (vs A13 Bionic)
15 hours video playback on the battery (vs 13 hours)
Weight 144g (vs 148g)
Deep Fusion support for front and rear cameras
Slo-mo video support for front camera
FaceTime HD over 5G and Wi-Fi (vs Wi-Fi only)
The inclusion of a 5G modem and the A15 Bionic chipset - which is also found in the iPhone 13 series - are strong additions and give the new SE the tools to at least compete in 2022's market.
However, the rest of the upgrades are minor and that's before you consider Apple is using exactly the same design, display and camera hardware. These are all, by the way, from the iPhone 8 which launched way back in 2017.
These compromises will certainly be saving Apple money, and the fact they're being rehashed for a third time, five years on feels almost insulting to the consumer.
Android smartphone makers could have been very worried by the iPhone SE 2022, but now they're breathing a sigh of relief as Apple has once again priced itself out of a market which it has no influence over.
Droid delirium
The new iPhone SE was Apple's chance to appeal to an entirely new group of consumers, those priced-out by the firm's historically premium cost points, but desperate for a slice of technology from the biggest brand on the planet.
While a $300 price point wouldn't have brought the iPhone SE 2022 into everyone's price range, it would net a significant number of users who have only had Android handsets to choose from.
Not that it's a bad position to be in, as many cheap Android phones come packed full of power, cameras and features which in some cases are better the offering delivered by the new iPhone SE.
Take the Realme GT for example, it's one of our best Android phones around and comes with a sizable 6.43-inch display, top of the range (although admittedly last-gen) Snapdragon 888 chipset, 5G, three rear cameras and crucially, a price point slightly lower than the new SE.
However, there's something neither Realme, nor any other Android manufacturer, has - and that's Apple's brand appeal. Had the new iPhone SE dropped in at a price closer to $300, all of a sudden consumers in that area of the market have a difficult decision to make.
For the first time, there would be an iPhone within their budget. The chance to earn a slice of exclusivity, the ability make a new statement on their lifestyle. Sure it's all a little superficial, but you can't underestimate the sheet power of the iPhone brand.
Yet, Apple has opted against this. It's opted to be less inclusive than two years ago, to shut out more consumers, rather than welcome in a new dawn. Let's hope it has a change of heart for the iPhone SE 4.
The flagship Oppo Find X5 Pro has launched as the halo device in a trio of new smartphones from the Chinese firm, sitting above the Find X5 and Find X5 Lite.
It's a powerful new flagship phone with plenty of features to boot, and you can relive its February 24 launch event with our live blog retrospective, but if you're short on time you've landed on the right page.
We've broken down the six biggest talking points about Oppo's new know, so tuck in your napkin and grab a fork, as it's time to feast on phone news.
1. It's ready to game
There's plenty of power under the hood of the Oppo Find X5 Pro, with Qualcomm's top-tier Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chipset sitting at its heart.
We know from other devices that this is a powerful chip capable of handling pretty much anything you throw at it - and that includes the most demanding of games.
There's 12GB of RAM inside for speedy loading, plus 256GB of storage which should give you space for a number of sizable titles.
Interestingly, in the build up to the launch, Oppo announced that the phone would use the MediaTek Dimensity 9000 chipset, but it was Qualcomm's SoC which got the name check on stage. Although, the MediaTek chip may well feature in the phone in certain markets.
2. Play for longer, recharge quicker
(Image credit: Oppo)
The Oppo Find X5 Pro packs in a sizable 5,000mAh battery. That's just as well as it needs to provide power to the large 6.7-inch WQHD+ AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate.
It's an upgrade over its predecessor - the Find X3 Pro - which didn't dazzle us when it came to battery life, so we're hoping for an improvement in this department with the X5 Pro.
However, a more significant point is the increase in charging speed for both wired and wireless.
3. Don't be fooled by the Hasselblad partnership
Oppo proudly revealed that it had worked with camera giant Hasselblad on the Find X5 Pro, but the latter's influence is relatively minor.
The camera firm doesn't appear to have had any involvement in the camera hardware, with its influence felt in the user interface instead. What it means is you'll get Hasselblad-esque shutter button and sound, along with some exclusive filters from the brand.
All that considered, the Find X5 Pro still comes well equipped for photography, with a trio of cameras on the rear comprising of a 50MP main, 50MP ultra-wide and 13MP telephoto lens (for 2x optical zoom).
Meanwhile, round the front, there's a 32MP selfie camera.
4. The design is inspired by... spaceships!?
(Image credit: Oppo)
Yes, you read that correctly. Oppo is claiming that the design of the Find X5 Pro (and its siblings) has been inspired by spaceships.
And, to Oppo's credit, we can kinda see where it's coming from. The smooth, lunar-like bulge of the white ceramic rear camera block set against the black protective glass over the lenses does have an element of intergalactic finesse.
5. It makes you into a cartoon
(Image credit: Oppo Find X5 Pro)
Because why not? The Oppo Find X5 Pro has an always-on display option, which gives you at-glance information such as the time, date and icons for any new notifications.
However, it may also raise a wry smile each time you glance down, as it will create a cartoon-style outline of your face which can be shown here too. It doesn't have to be your face either, it can be a loved one's - just select a picture from your gallery and the Find X5 Pro will work its cartoony magic.
6. You can pre-order soon, but it's pricey
Has the phone has piqued your interest? Oppo Find X5 Pro pre-orders opened on February 24 in some markets, with an on-sale date set for March 14.
However, for those in the UK, pre-orders don't open until March 10, with the handset (along with the standard Find X5 and the cheapest of the bunch, the Find X5 Lite) due to land in Britain on March 24.
In the UK the Find X5 Pro will set you back £1,049 (roughly $1,430, AU$1,690) for the single 12GB RAM and 256GB storage configuration - a touch cheaper than the Find X3 Pro which cost £1,099 / AU$1,699 (about $1,500).
That's the same price as the 128GB iPhone 13 Max and just £100 less than the Galaxy S22 Ultra, so you may want to wait for our full review to find out if the Find X5 Pro lives up to its lofty price tag.
Oppo doesn't sell its phones in North America, so those living in this continent will just have to look-on from afar.
Fingerprint scanners on phones have been around for almost a decade, and while Apple is determined to move away from them, our digits are still the body biometric of choice for the majority of manufacturers.
However, not every print sensor is made, or located, equal. Picking up the Pixel 6 for the first time, it was clear Google had got something right. The fingerprint scanner location.
It's embedded under the display – which is common these days – but unlike some manufacturers, it's not right at the base of the screen.
Rather, Google has located the scanner about a quarter of the way up the screen, and this makes it much easier to hit.
Removing fingerprint frustrations
I was swapping over from the OnePlus 9, which has a sensor towards the bottom of the display. It means when held in one hand, I'd sometimes need to awkwardly shuffle the handset to get my thumb in the correct place.
Before the OnePlus 9 I was using the Pixel 4a for a few months in 2020, and while its rear mounted scanner was easy to hit when the phone was in-hand, it wasn't accessible when lying on my desk.
The Google Pixel 6 addresses both of these frustrations. It's easy to hit when held in the hand, and also accessible when laid on a desk – it also has the added benefit of not rocking on a desk when you prod it, as its oversized camera bump spans the entire width of the handset, providing a solid grounding for the handset.
Compare that to a number of major handsets today, whose cameras tend to be located in one corner on their rears, and you’re in wobble city.
Back to the Pixel 6 though, and my top tip for registering your fingerprints – on this phone or any other with an under-display scanner – is do both thumbs and both forefingers. This combination ensures easy unlocking in any scenario.
I was delighted with these revelations, but now having used the Pixel 6 for over a week, there is a fundamental issue that’s dampening my initial optimism.
(Image credit: TechRadar / John McCann)
Not all plain sailing
While the placement of the fingerprint scanner on the Google Pixel 6 is perfect, the performance isn't so good.
The scanner on the Pixel 6 feels a tad slow. I'm talking a fraction of a second or so, but there's a noticeable delay versus some of the many phones I've used over the years.
It's still relatively early days – I've been using the Pixel 6 for two weeks – but another, bigger annoyance I'm facing is the high frequency of failed readings.
A lot of the fingerprint scanners in new phones improve accuracy the more you use them, so the Pixel 6 may well improve for me as the weeks go by, but early detection performance isn't promising.
James Peckham, TechRadar's Phones Editor, has also cited similar issues on the Google Pixel 6 Pro, so it isn't just me.
It's not just when I'm unlocking the handset either. I've had to scan my finger multiple times before being allowed into my other apps which I secure with the biometric tech.
You really need to get your finger placement spot on, as otherwise the Pixel 6 struggles to verify your digit
I'm hopeful this is something that will improve over time with more use, or something Google can fix with a software update in the future.
If the performance issues can be resolved, the Google Pixel 6 may have the best fingerprint scanner I've ever used on a phone, but for now it’s a case of great location, poor performance.
Fingerprint scanners on phones have been around for almost a decade, and while Apple is determined to move away from them, our digits are still the body biometric of choice for the majority of manufacturers.
However, not every print sensor is made, or located, equal. Picking up the Pixel 6 for the first time, it was clear Google had got something right. The fingerprint scanner location.
It's embedded under the display – which is common these days – but unlike some manufacturers, it's not right at the base of the screen.
Rather, Google has located the scanner about a quarter of the way up the screen, and this makes it much easier to hit.
Removing fingerprint frustrations
I was swapping over from the OnePlus 9, which has a sensor towards the bottom of the display. It means when held in one hand, I'd sometimes need to awkwardly shuffle the handset to get my thumb in the correct place.
Before the OnePlus 9 I was using the Pixel 4a for a few months in 2020, and while its rear mounted scanner was easy to hit when the phone was in-hand, it wasn't accessible when lying on my desk.
The Google Pixel 6 addresses both of these frustrations. It's easy to hit when held in the hand, and also accessible when laid on a desk – it also has the added benefit of not rocking on a desk when you prod it, as its oversized camera bump spans the entire width of the handset, providing a solid grounding for the handset.
Compare that to a number of major handsets today, whose cameras tend to be located in one corner on their rears, and you’re in wobble city.
Back to the Pixel 6 though, and my top tip for registering your fingerprints – on this phone or any other with an under-display scanner – is do both thumbs and both forefingers. This combination ensures easy unlocking in any scenario.
I was delighted with these revelations, but now having used the Pixel 6 for over a week, there is a fundamental issue that’s dampening my initial optimism.
(Image credit: TechRadar / John McCann)
Not all plain sailing
While the placement of the fingerprint scanner on the Google Pixel 6 is perfect, the performance isn't so good.
The scanner on the Pixel 6 feels a tad slow. I'm talking a fraction of a second or so, but there's a noticeable delay versus some of the many phones I've used over the years.
It's still relatively early days – I've been using the Pixel 6 for two weeks – but another, bigger annoyance I'm facing is the high frequency of failed readings.
A lot of the fingerprint scanners in new phones improve accuracy the more you use them, so the Pixel 6 may well improve for me as the weeks go by, but early detection performance isn't promising.
James Peckham, TechRadar's Phones Editor, has also cited similar issues on the Google Pixel 6 Pro, so it isn't just me.
It's not just when I'm unlocking the handset either. I've had to scan my finger multiple times before being allowed into my other apps which I secure with the biometric tech.
You really need to get your finger placement spot on, as otherwise the Pixel 6 struggles to verify your digit
I'm hopeful this is something that will improve over time with more use, or something Google can fix with a software update in the future.
If the performance issues can be resolved, the Google Pixel 6 may have the best fingerprint scanner I've ever used on a phone, but for now it’s a case of great location, poor performance.
Amazon Echo Auto is now available in the UK, bringing the retail giant's smart voice assistant into your car.
Echo Auto was initially announced back in September 2018 during an extremely busy Amazon launch event and was originally slated to go on sale the same year.
However, its launch date in the US was pushed back to 2019 and now, almost two years since the announcement, it's finally landed on British shores.
Echo Auto gives you hands-free access to Alexa's 70,000+ skills wherever you go, which means you'll be able to make calls, use your favorite streaming music services, listen to audiobooks, play games and manage your reminders all by using Alexa's voice commands.
There are eight microphones packed into the small, 85 x 47 x 13.28mm device, which Amazon says are capable of picking out your voice over road noise and the sound of your air-conditioning and fans.
It's inexpensive too, coming in at just under £50, but there are a few things you'll need to consider before picking one up.
First look: Amazon Echo Auto brings Alexa on your next road trip
It's not a completely independent device, as you'll need the Alexa app downloaded on your smartphone to set it up and for it to use the internet connection to drive the voice assistant, plus your car will need to support Bluetooth input or offer a 3.5mm headphone jack to allow the Echo Auto to connect to your vehicle's audio system.
The Echo Auto also needs to be powered, so you'll have to connect it to your car's 12v power outlet or USB port.
If your car already comes with Android Auto or Apple CarPlay support, you'll have access to Google's Assistant or Apple's Siri - so your need for Echo Auto would be minimal.
However, for older vehicles which lack smart features, the Amazon Echo Auto is a potentially inexpensive way to add high-tech functionality to your journeys.
The Amazon Echo Auto price is £49.99 and is available to buy at Amazon, Argos, Dixons and Very.
Many of the 5G phones currently available are top-end devices with lofty price tags, but before the year is out there will be some much more affordable options on the market.
This change is down, partly, to the introduction of the new Qualcomm Snapdragon 690 chipset - which includes the firm's X51 5G modem - and should find itself in handsets ranging from $300-$500 (around £240-£400 / AU$430-AU$700).
This is the first time Qualcomm has included a 5G modem in its mid-tier 6 series chipset, but it's not just 5G it will be bringing to these mid-tier handsets. There's also support for multiple cameras, and a smoother transition when zooming between ultra-wide, wide and telephoto lenses.
The Snapdragon 690 brings a host of new features to mid-range smartphones, including 4K HDR video capture at 30fps, 720p slow-mo video capture at 240 FPS, support for 120Hz refresh rates on FHD+ displays (60Hz for QHD resolutions), and a raft of performance improvements.
Versus its predecessor the Snapdragon 675, the new 690 offers a 70% AI performance improvement, 20% CPU performance lift for smoother browser and faster app launches, and 60% faster graphics rendering, which sounds particularly impressive for gaming.
However, possibly the biggest headline here is that the new chipset supports up to 192MP images via its Super MP Snapshot feature.
Working alongside Qualcomm's fifth generation AI Engine, the Snapdragon 690 will be able to create high-resolution HDR images.
Who is making affordable 5G phones?
There are a number of manufacturers already signed up to use the Snapdragon 690 chipset, and while Qualcomm was able to tell us six of the confirmed partners, it says there are more than that working with it.
That means we could see a wide range of affordable 5G phones arrive over the next 12-18 months, opening up 5G connectivity to more people.
Confirmed manufacturers using the Snapdragon 690 chipset
HMD Global (Nokia Phones)
LG
Motorola
Sharp
TCL
Wingtech (makes phones for Xiaomi, Huawei, Meizu and Lenovo)
There are now over 60 mobile operators around the world offering 5G connectivity in over 30 countries, although nationwide 5G is still a long way off in many.
In the major roll outs we've seen in North America and Europe, major cities have been the first to gain 5G, and it's now slowly being rolled out to wider areas.
Qualcomm says it expects the first 5G phones using Snapdragon 690 to arrive in the second half of 2020, so pretty much from anytime now, onwards.
That could mean the much-rumored Google Pixel 4a and 4a XL could come with the 690. They're slated to launch sometime in mid-July, and their predecessors (the Pixel 3a series) using Qualcomm's Snapdragon 670.
When will 5G phones get even cheaper?
So that's mid-range phones taken care of, but what about cheap 5G phones at the budget end of the market? When will they start to see 5G connectivity?
We asked Qualcomm when we can expect its 4 series of chipsets (which tend to appear in low-cost smartphones) to get 5G.
While a firm date wasn't provided, Qualcomm's VP of Product Management, Deepu John told us the company had "rapidly scaled down [5G] in just six months."
"We will continue to migrate 5G down, but we're not able to comment on road map plans. But our mission is very clear" John concluded.
Going by the progress made so far, Qualcomm may have a budget 5G chip available for manufacturers before the end of 2020, which means 2021 could be a year full of many more affordable 5G phones.
If you're looking for a luxury seven-seat SUV, the Lexus RX L makes a strong case. It's comfortable, quiet and eco-friendly thanks to its hybrid engine which allows you to drive short distances in a fully electric mode.
It is a premium vehicle, and with hybrid Lexus RX L prices starting at $50,510 / £52,855 (the RX L isn't available in Australia) this isn't a SUV which will be everyone's price range.
You do get seven seats for your money however, but if five will suffice you can always opt for the Lexus RX, which starts at $46,800 / £51,565 / AU$100,756.
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Lexus RX L design and drive
The Lexus RX L features the same futuristic aesthetic to the rest of the manufacturer's range of cars with a massive front grill, slimline light blocks and sweeping body lines down either side.
Due to it's size - the RX L is 5 meters in length and almost 2 meters wide - it somewhat dominates on the road. It's tall too, at 1.7 meters, which gives you a commanding view from the driver's seat.
As we've mentioned, the Lexus RX L comes with seven seats - which explains why it's as long as it is. The rear couple of seats fold into the floor to provide you with a large, uninterrupted trunk space when you don't need to seat seven people.
Even with the rear row of seats up, there's enough space behind them for a few bags of shopping. If you're planning on popping bums on the rear seats, we'd recommend them belonging to kids as there isn't much in the way of legroom. An adult would find the seating arrangement uncomfortable for anything more than just the shortest trips.
Thankfully, the middle trio of seats offer more in the way of leg room and space, and further up the cabin the front two positions are comfortable and spacious.
The front seats come with heat and cooling functions, ensuring you remain the perfect temperature whatever the weather, while the outer seats on the middle row also have a heating function - with the controls hidden in the fold-down central arm rest.
Storage continues to be a plus point throughout the cabin, with deep door pockets capable of holding a variety of trinkets and devices.
Hit the road in the Lexus RX L and you'll find the petrol engine provides more than enough power to get you moving at a decent pace. The RX L we drove had a top speed of 112mph and a quoted 0-62mph time of 8 seconds, which means you'll get up to speed without much effort.
There are Sport and Sport+ modes which stiffen the suspension and give you a little more power under foot compared to the normal and eco modes, but you don't have to guzzle gas on every journey.
The Lexus RX L comes with a self charging hybrid engine, which cuts down on the amount of gas you use on each journey, and you can even opt to drive in EV mode (fully electric).
This only works for a handful of miles, so short trips only, but it's a nice additional feature to have if you need to make a quick run to the shops.
Lexus RX L specs and tech
The Lexus RX L comes packed with plenty of tech and features to keep you safe, entertained and on track.
Blind spot indicators on the mirrors give a quick visual alert as to whether it's a good time to change lanes, while the 360 degree cameras and parking sensors give you a view all the way around the car which - invaluable when it comes to parking such a large vehicle, especially in tight spots.
Inside there are USB ports so you can charge your devices and connect them to the infotainment system. There's a wireless charging pad as well, allowing you to top up compatible smartphones (which support Qi wireless charging) without the need for a cable.
Bluetooth is also on offer, allowing you to wirelessly stream music from your phone, as well as make and receive calls via the car's hands-free interface.
There isn't, however, support for Android Auto or Apple CarPlay, which means you can't get apps such as Spotify, Apple Maps, Google Maps and WhatsApp to take advantage of the huge 12-inch central display. This screen is bright and clear, and the way it's styled is a little futuristic.
Your instinct may be to prod this screen with your finger - ours certainly was - but this isn't a touch display. Instead, Lexus wants you to use the direction toggle which sits just below the gear stick.
Touchscreens in cars are becoming more common, and while they're not to everyone's taste, it feels like the newer technology is a little more intuitive and user friendly than Lexus' implementation.
It doesn't take too long to grasp the basics of the controls. The toggle moves in all directions, which allows you to move the cursor on screen, and depresses to allow you to select options. There are physical scrolling, menu and back buttons above it, for quick control, plus a dedicated Map button which can jump you straight to the sat nav.
We found the directional toggle a little fiddly to use, and it wasn't the most precise when it came to moving the cursor to some of the smaller icons.
The sat nav worked well, even if it did seem a little basic visually, and it includes useful junction and service station information - especially handy on long journeys.
There's a smaller digital display tucked in the instrument cluster, nestled between the speedometer and hybrid engine gauge, which can relay a variety of data to you including speed, navigation directions, gear selection, trip computer and more.
That's not all, as the RX L also comes with a HUD (head's up display) which projects vital information such as your speed, the current road's speed limit, compass and cruise control setting into your eye line on the windshield. This allows you to keep your eyes on the road, while still seeing this information.
The climate control in the Lexus RX L is adaptive, which allows it to match the vehicle in front, speeding up (to the limit you set) and slowing down in unison. This makes driving long distances on motorways less demanding, and more relaxing.
The Lexus RX L offers a spacious, premium and greener experience with plenty of technology and storage. While the interface perhaps lacks the modern simplicity of touch technology, there's more than enough on offer to justify the outlay.
John McCann is getting behind the wheel to give you an alternative look at the wealth of cars – and the tech inside them – available today. From super-fast sports cars to tech-packed hatchbacks, he'll take you through a range of makes, models, power and price tags in his regular TR Drives column.
Update:we've received more information on the specs of each of the new Vivo X50 series handsets and have added the details to our original story.
The Vivo X50 series of flagship smartphones have been officially launched in China, boasting powerful specs and the title of the world's thinnest 5G phone.
Consisting of a trio of new phones - the Vivo X50, X50 Pro and X50 Pro Plus - the focus is very much on the photography experience. They all have four rear cameras, but they're all slightly different.
There are a range of camera modes including Super Night, Astro, Super Wide-Angle and Super Macro, plus a 60x Hyper Zoom similar to the zoom capabilities of the Huawei P40 Pro (50x), Samsung Galaxy S20 (30x) and Galaxy S20 Plus (30x).
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This is taken a step further on the X50 Pro (but not the X50 Pro Plus) as it features a 'gimbal camera system' on its main camera.
Vivo says "modelled after a full-size professional gimbal, X50 Pro's built-in gimbal module moves in the opposite direction of shaking motions, providing increased stability for the main camera.
"This system also widens the rotation angle and anti-shake area compared to popular stabilization methods, resulting in super clear images."
It sounds similar to OIS (optical image stabilization) we've seen on many smartphone previously, but we'll need to wait for more information on the system before we're able to comment on it fully.
The world's thinnest 5G phone
Vivo may well be talking up the cameras on its new X50 series, but it's also packed in another feature into a seriously slim form factor.
According to the Chinese manufacturer, the Vivo X50 is the thinnest 5G phone around, measuring just 7.49mm thick. To compare that with other 5G handsets, the Huawei P40 Pro is 9mm, the OnePlus 8 Pro is 8.5mm and the Galaxy S20 is 7.9mm thick.
The X50 Pro Plus packs the best power with Qualcomm's X55 5G modem and top-tier Snapdragon 865 chipset under the hood for flagship performance. You still get 5G connectivity with the X50 and X50 Pro, but they have less power as they instead come with the Snapdragon 765G chipset.
Other features of the X50 series include support for HDR10+ and screen refresh rates of 90Hz on the X50 and X50 Pro, and 120Hz on the X50 Pro Plus, plus there's a frosted glass finish on the rear.
X50
X50 Pro
X50 Pro+
Dimensions (mm)
159.54 x 75.39 x 7.49
158.46 x 72.8 x 8.04mm
TBC
Weight
173g
181.5g
TBC
Screen size (inches)
6.56
6.56
6.56
Screen resolution
2376 x 1080
2376 x 1080
TBC
Screen refresh rate
90Hz
90Hz
120Hz
Chipset
Snapdragon 765G
Snapdragon 765G
Snapdragon 865
RAM
8GB
8GB
8GB / 12GB
Storage
128GB / 256GB
128GB / 256GB
128GB / 256GB
Rear cameras
48MP + 13MP + 8MP + 5MP
48MP + 13MP + 8MP + 8MP
50MP + 32MP + 13MP + 13MP
Front camera
32MP
32MP
TBC
Battery
4200mAh
4315mAh
4350mAh
While Vivo's mobile range hasn't spread too much outside of China, the smartphone manufacturer has confirmed that these will be "the first X series products that will be made available to international markets."
The Vivo X50 release date in China is June 2020, with a price starting at 3498 Yuan (around $500, £400, AU$700) for the entry-level model, but we're still waiting on the release date and price for other markets.
We'll update this article when we hear more, but for now Vivo told us "the X50 series will be available gradually in international markets in the second half of this year."
For football fans the past three months have been a strange, quiet time. What should have been another dramatic climax to an action-packed and VAR-influenced season was cut down in its prime back in early March.
While the English Premier League doesn't return until June 17, there's good news if you can't wait for Premier League football to restart.
You can treat your sporting soul to live games from around the world. Some of the top leagues are back playing right now, and you can even watch some of them live from the comfort of your home.
Germany's top-flight league, The Bundesliga, is one of the best leagues in the world, with giants such as Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund on the fixture list and a host of world-class players.
The German Bundesliga restarted on May 16, 2020 and its bumper fixture list has games running through to the new season end date of June 27, 2020.
What's more, it's possible to watch live Bundesliga games. In the UK, BT has the rights to German football, allowing you to watch every game that's left of this season live on TV if you subscribe to the BT Sport channels.
You don't need a TV to watch BT Sport – if you're a subscriber you can also use the BT Sport app to watch the action, and it can be cast to a compatible display.
South Korea’s top-tier of football, K-League 1, was the first to kick-off post-pandemic, with its initial return match between Jeonbuk Motors and Suwon Bluewings being played on May 8, 2020 – and it was live streamed on Twitter and YouTube for the world to see.
The game gave us our first glimpse of top-flight football behind closed doors, with empty stands and the handful of coaches, officials and TV crews on the sidelines all wearing face masks.
Being able to catch more live K-League 1 games outside of Korea isn't quite so easy, but YouTube Channel Copa90 is handpicking a game each week to stream live.
Spain – La Liga
Spain's La Liga – featuring greats such as Barcelona and Real Madrid – is set to kick off a few days ahead of the English Premier League, which means you'll be able to warm yourself up with some Spanish football.
The competition has been given the green light by the Spanish government to resume from June 8, and the good news for Sky subscribers in the UK is it looks like you'll be able to watch the rest of the La Liga season for free.
According to reports, Sky TV customers will be able to to activate the Premier Sports channel for free throughout June. However, there is a catch. You'll want to remember to cancel the channel once the month is up, as from July, you'll be charged a monthly fee of £5.99 to keep the channel as part of your package.
This is the league you're likely waiting for, and the good news is the wait is almost over. The English Premier League will restart on June 17, 2020 with two games taking place; Manchester City vs Arsenal and Aston Villa vs Sheffield United.
Of the 92 remaining Premier League fixtures for the 2019/2020 season, Sky has confirmed that it will show 64 of the games live, with 25 of those being made available on Sky Pick – a free-to-air channel available on Freeview. That means you won’t need a Sky Sports subscription to watch those 25 games – but you will need one if you want to catch all 64 live games it will be showing.
A further 20 games will be shown live by BT, but there's no word on whether any will be made free-to-air. That means you'll likely need a BT Sport subscription to watch these 20 games.
Another four games will be shown live on Amazon Prime Video, while the BBC has snapped up the final four fixtures, which will be available free-to-air, without any subscription required.
On December 11, 2018 I made the early-morning journey across London and out to the McLaren Technology Centre. The gleaming, pristine, lakeside headquarters of the supercar manufacturer welcomed the arriving media, but what I was there to see wasn't a vehicle.
A shame, as I'd love to get behind the wheel of a McLaren, but I was there for a smartphone launch. This wasn't just any smartphone launch though, something felt a bit special about this particular event.
As we made our way down the spiral staircase into McLaren's Batcave-like underground Thought Leadership Centre the grandeur and excitement levels increased. A partnership between an up-and-coming handset maker and one of the most technologically advanced performance firm's on the planet - now that had the potential to be really exciting.
We filed into the circular, Star Trek Holodeck-like presentation room, took our seat in one of the large swivel chairs, marveled at the sheer number of screens at each seating position and watched the reveal.
McLaren's Star Trek Holodeck-like presentation room
We then made our way back to the atrium to be greeted by personalized podiums, atop of which sat review units of the OnePlus 6T McLaren Edition. My podium had my name on in, and the box for this special edition didn’t disappoint.
As I wrote at the time: Slide the black box, with its carbon fiber texture effect, out of the papaya orange sleeve, and open it up and you're greeted by a book titled Salute to Speed. Pull it out and set it aside for a moment, and it will reveal goodies beneath.
There's a charging block, charging cable and 3.5mm adapter all finished in orange, alongside a carbon fiber effect case and a card with a message from OnePlus CEO and founder Pete Lau.
Under the case there's another special edition treat, a McLaren Speedmark logo made from the carbon fiber used in the firm's Formula 1 car. It's encased in glass, so you can show it off to friends at home.
Then you got to the phone itself. A flash of McLaren’s iconic Papaya Orange hue on the back, a custom wallpaper, more RAM, faster charging and a higher price tag were the only differences between it and the standard OnePlus 6T.
It was still a great phone at a good price, but the payoff didn’t match the build up.
The automotive obsession
This wasn’t the first time we’d seen smartphone manufacturers team up with automotive brands. BlackBerry made a number of highly-price Porsche Design handsets before the German automaker switched to Huawei for three more phones during 2018 and 2019 - the Mate RS, Mate 20 RS and Mate 30 RS.
Meanwhile, Oppo teamed up with Lamborghini in the middle of 2018 to bring us the costly Oppo Find X Lamborghini.
Along with OnePlus, these smartphone makers were keen to get their brand out to an even wider audience as they attempted to tackle the dominance of the likes of Apple and Samsung in an ever-increasingly crowded market.
However, it seemed that none of them managed to really harness the possibilities of the car firms they were working with - especially OnePlus.
It followed up the 6T McLaren Edition a year later with the OnePlus 7T Pro McLaren Edition and the differences between it and the standard OnePlus 7T Pro were just as minimal. The differences consisted of a tribal-tattoo design and splash of Papaya Orange on the rear, 12GB of RAM (up from 8GB) and 5G connectivity.
If you’re not going to utilize any of your partner’s technology in a special edition handset bearing both of your names, and instead just make cursory upgrades which could quite easily have been a secondary spec option of the standard model, it feels like a huge missed opportunity.
However, at the start of 2020 it appeared the penny may have finally dropped for OnePlus and McLaren. At CES 2020 in Las Vegas, Nevada, the smartphone manufacturer had a concept phone it was showing off - and more importantly, it was actually using McLaren technology.
The OnePlus Concept One featured electrochromic glass
Dubbed the OnePlus Concept One, the smartphone had 'invisible' rear cameras. The handset used McLaren's electrochromic glass technology which allows you to adjust the opacity of the glass from opaque to transparent.
It’s the same technology McLaren uses in the glass roof of its 570GT and 720S supercars, allowing for electronically tintable glass on request. While the implementation of technology on the OnePlus Concept One was relatively simple in the fact that all it did was hide the rear cameras from view, we were finally seeing an automotive input in a device.
However, since showing off the concept phone at CES, OnePlus has stayed silent on any possible future of the technology on its upcoming phones, and with the news that OnePlus and McLaren may part ways after just two generations of handsets, it’s probably for the best.
McLaren can get back to focusing on its supercar and racing portfolios, while OnePlus can concentrate on its main handset range.
We expect it to launch the OnePlus 8T and 8T Pro in the second half of 2020, and without a third-party brand tie-in it will hopefully mean it can get back to doing what it does best - making great, high-end smartphones - without diluting its offering with confusing and lackluster special editions.
A new Google Maps update is bringing a feature to aid those in wheelchairs, as it will now list accessible places within the app.
Available starting from May 21, 2020 and rolling out gradually, the new "Accessible Places" feature will be an option users will be able to turn on, "to have wheelchair accessibility information more prominently displayed in search results and in Google Maps."
The update arrives in line with Global Accessibility Awareness Day, which aims "to get everyone talking, thinking and learning about digital access/inclusion and people with different disabilities."
If you opt to turn Accessible Places on, wheelchair accessible locations with be highlight by a wheelchair icon.
At launch, the new Accessible Places feature on Google Maps has accessibility information for more than 14 million places around the world.
Initially, Accessible Places for Google Maps is gradually rolling out for users in Australia, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States from May 21. Google says support for more countries is on the way, but hasn't provide a timeline or any further details.
To get wheelchair accessibility information more prominently displayed in Google Maps, follow these steps:
Visit the Apple App Store (iPhone) or Google Play Store (Android) and update Google Maps to the latest version
Open the Google Maps app on your device
Go to Settings, select 'Accessibility', and turn on 'Accessible Places'
Accommodation for Covid-19 responders
Google has added another new feature to Maps and Search, with key and essential workers now able to search for safe, discounted accommodation in the US and UK.
It means these workers can easily find hotels with special policies for Covid-19 responders – like free or discounted rooms.
Typing in "hotels for essential workers in New York" for example, or simply "hotels in New York" will now bring up a new filter option ("Covid-19 responder rooms"), allowing you to narrow the results.
The Ford Mustang Mach-E is the first fully electric car from the American auto maker, and while it bears the famous stallion brand, it's not exactly what you'd imagine a Mustang to be.
Instead of a two-door muscle car, which Mustangs have bee ever since their introduction in 1964, the Mustang Mach-E is actually a five-door, mid-size SUV ready to take on the likes of the Jaguar I-Pace, Audi e-Tron, Kia e-Niro and upcoming Tesla Model Y.
Add into the mix the fact the iconic V8 power has also been swapped out in favor of greener, silent electricity and you may begin to wonder if Ford has forgotten what the Mustang is all about.
However, you still get the classic Mustang shape – albeit jacked up – and the famous pong is still prancing across the front of the Mach-E. What's more, you can pre-order the Ford Mustang Mach-E now, if it takes your fancy.
If you're still on the fence, here's everything we know about the Mustang Mach-E so far.
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The Ford Mustang Mach-E release date is slated for late 2020, so we expect the first electric cars to roll off productions lines sometime between September and December. It's available for pre-order on the Ford website, if you fancy staking a claim early.
The Ford Mustang Mach-E price starts at $43,895 / £40,350 (around AU$68,000).
In the US there are four base models; Select, Premium (from $50,600), California RT.1 Edition ($52,400) and GT ($60,500), but the Select and Premium configurations have sub-model options too.
The Select Mustang Mach-E is available at the starting price as RWD (rear wheel drive), but you can also get it in AWD (all wheel drive) - which bumps the price to $46,595, improves its 0-62mph time, but decreases the estimated range from 230 to 210 miles.
Meanwhile, the Premium model offers a host of additional features over the Select - including larger wheels, a handsfree tailgate, panoramic glass roof, heated wheel and front seats, and more.
It also arrives in four battery and powertrain options. There the standard range RWD (offering 230 miles) and AWD (210 miles) models, which are joined by a pair of extended range options.
The extended range RWD offers up to 300 miles on a single charge, while you can expect around 270 miles from the AWD powertrain.
Select
Premium
California RT.1 Edition
GT
Price
From $43,895
From $50,600
$52,400
$60,500
Available
Early 2021
Late 2020
Early 2021
Spring 2021
Range (miles)
Up to 230
Up to 300
300
250
Battery Capacity (kWh)
75.7
Up to 98.8
98.8
98.8
Max Power (kW/HP)
190 / 255
Up to 248 / 332
210 / 282
TBC
0-62mph (seconds)
Down to mid 5
Down to mid 5
Mid 6
Under 4
Wheels
18-inch
19-inch
18-inch
20-inch
In the UK, things are much simpler. There are four models in total – two RWD and two AWD – to choose from. There was a fifth option, but the limited First Edition model has already 'sold out'.
The entry-level £40,350 Mustang Mach-E price gets you the base RWD model which boasts a range of 280 miles. If you opt for the extended range model - which aims to deliver 370 miles on a single charge - the Mustang Mach-E starting price rises to £49,980.
For those looking for enhanced performance, the Ford Mustang Mach-E is also available with an AWD powertrain in the UK.
You will need to pay for the additional drive, but the extra cost also bags you bigger, 19-inch wheels, adaptive LED Mustang signature headlights, red brake calipers and more.
The standard range AWD Ford Mustang Mach-E price starts at £46,650, with the extended range model bumping that up to £57,030.
Ford will also bring the GT version of the Mustang Mach-E to the UK in 2021, and claims it will have a 0-60mph time of under five seconds – however it's yet to reveal how much it will cost, or any of the other specs.
RWD
RWD extended
AWD
AWD extended
Price From
£40,350
£49,980
£46,650
£57,030
Range
280 miles
370 miles
260 miles
335 miles
Battery Capacity
76kWh
99kWh
76kWh
99kWh
Max Power
190kW / 258PS
210kW / 285PS
190kW / 258PS
248kW / 337PS
0-62mph
>8 seconds
>8 seconds
>7 seconds
>7 seconds
Ford Mustang Mach-E design
The Mach-E retains the Mustang light blocks and pony badge
As we've mentioned, the Ford Mustang Mach-E isn't exactly your standard Mustang with the fact that it's a SUV rather than a two-door sports car.
However, Ford has kept a number of styling points from its iconic vehicle and brought them to its first fully electric car including Mustang front and rear light blocks, the bulbous hood, sleek roof profile, wide wheel arches and the pony badge on the front grille.
You'll notice that the Mustang Mach-E doesn't have door handles, helping Ford create that sleek aesthetic.
So, how do you get in? There are touch-sensitive buttons on the B pillar (the pillar between the front and rear windows) which, when pressed, will pop the doors open for you.
As you approach the car, the buttons illuminate, showing you where to touch, and the Mustang Mach-E will also be able to automatically lock itself when you exit and walk away from the vehicle.
Look ma, no handles!
When it comes to storage, the Mustang Mach-E has plenty of space, with a 29cu ft / 402L trunk. Fold the rear seats down and that expands to 59.6cu ft / 1,420L. Plus, as there's no combustion engine in this electric car, you also get a 4.8cu ft / 100L front trunk.
Ford Mustang Mach-E range and charging
As for the Ford Mustang Mach-E range, it really depends on the model you purchase. If you opt for an extended range Mach-E, you could be looking at over 300 miles from a single charge, but even if your budget can't stretch that far, Ford has also built in fast charging.
The extended range Mustang Mach-E electric cars support 150kW DC charging, which can equate to between 47 and 57 miles of range in just 10 minutes - provided you're hooked up to a compatible fast charger.
This would also take you from 10% to 80% in 45 minutes, and just 38 minutes for the smaller battery capacity in the standard range models.
It means a suitable top-up can be achieved at a rest-stop with a compatible fast charger.
Of course, you'll also be able to charge up your Ford Mustang Mach-E at home by plugging it in to a standard wall socket (Ford includes the required charging cable with the car), although top-up times will be much slower - about 8 miles of range per hour.
However, you can get a faster charger or higher voltage socket installed at home, which can improve the recharge time to around 22-32 miles of range per hour.
10% to 80% in just 38 minutes is possible with a fast charger
Ford Mustang Mach-E in-car technology
Inside the Ford Mustang Mach-E you'll find a huge 15.5-inch touch screen between the front two seats, providing infotainment and car controls.
It has a physical dial built into it towards its base, which allows for easier, tactile control over various settings and reduces the amount of time required staring at the screen rather than the road.
The display runs on a new version of the Ford Sync interface, and also comes with voice control. Ford's also included wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto in the Mustang Mach-E, allowing you to mirror you phone's core apps on the car's screen.
That means you'll get access to apps including Apple Maps, Apple Music, Waze, Google Maps, Spotify, Messages, WhatsApp and more.
There's a huge 15.2-inch main display in the Mustang Mach-E
That's not the only digital display on offer though, as Ford has also squeezed a 10.2-inch display into the cluster behind the steering wheel.
There are USB ports too, ensuring driver and their passengers can plug in and top-up their devices when on the move. Vital when it comes to keeping the kids occupied in the back - because remember, this isn't a traditional Mustang with a couple of seats crammed in the rear as an afterthought, this is a full 5-seater SUV.
Ford Mustang Mach-E smart driving aids
Ford is packing in a range of driving aids which are becoming common place is many new cars these days. It includes adaptive cruise control with stop and go. This will see the Mustang Mach-E accelerate (up to your preset max speed and decelerator with the car in front. It will be able to bring you to a complete stop in traffic, and set off again - all without you having to touch the accelerator pedal.
There are four cameras situated around the Mustang Mach-E which can provide you with a clear view of your whole surroundings - which will likely be especially useful when it comes to maneuvering in tight spaces and parking.
If parking is a problem the Ford Mustang Mach-E also comes with Intelligent Active Park Assist, which can automatically park you in a perpendicular or parallel space.
While the features at launch are certainly welcome, Ford is promising future improvements, updates and new features for the car via wireless, over-the-air updates.
It's already confirmed that it expects to push its first update to the Mach-E within six months of it rolling off the production line, and future updates could include performance improvements, updates to the infotainment system and brand new features not currently available.
What's more, the Mustang Mach-E will be able to update itself while parked outside your house over Wi-Fi or cellular, and some installations may take less than two minutes and won't interrupt your use of car.
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If you need help with home schooling, the BBC has just launched a free daily lessons service which boasts 14 weeks worth of classes with input from over 200 teachers.
The launch of BBC Bitesize Daily offers a suite of educational materials for virtual learning, with curriculum-relevant classes delivered across BBC iPlayer, Red Button, the BBC Bitesize website and app, BBC Four and BBC Sounds.
There are daily lessons for homeschooling in Maths and English for every year group – while the BBC says there will be regular lessons for Science, History, Geography and more coming too.
The Bitesize Daily lessons – of which there will be six 20-minute programs each day – are aimed at 5-14 year olds, with the shows split into age groups 5-7 years, 7-9 years, 9-11 years, 11- 12, 12-13 years and 13-14 years. Programs will be available from 9am every week day.
The BBC Bitesize website also has material split into three core age categories; Primary (for ages 3 to 11), Secondary (for ages 11 to 16) and Post-16 (for those over 16), ensuring all school-aged kids are catered for.
Famous faces
It's not just a huge number of teachers who have go involved with the new Bitesize Daily service, as some famous faces have also been pulled up to teach some classes.
Children will be able to learn Spanish with Manchester City footballer Sergio Aguero, Professor Brian Cox will lead science lessons, and Doctor Who's Jodie Whittaker will be dropping into Bitesize Daily lessons.
The BBC say its service "is aimed at minimising disruption to children's education and providing rhythm and routine in these challenging times." We hope it helps children and parents alike.
