Owen Hughes

Technology Reporter

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Owen Hughes is a Technology Reporter for International Business Times UK with a focus on mobile and consumer technology. He can be found writing about everything from smartphones, gadgets and social media to virtual reality, retro technology and gaming. Owen previously worked for telecoms titles European Communications and Mobile Europe and has also written for TechRadar and Official PlayStation Magazine.

Panasonic's new checkout robot could send supermarket cashiers packing

Panasonic joins Amazon in the push for retail automation, leaving human staff on the shelf.

Netflix brings its virtual reality theatre to Google Daydream

Netflix VR lets Google Daydream owners watch shows from their very own virtual reality theatre.

Uber employees 'used tracking technology to stalk celebrities, politicians and ex-lovers'

Cab-hailing firm accused of massive security failings and destroying information pertinent to legal action.

You'll soon be able to send money to your friends directly from Facebook Messenger

Facebook has been authorised to bring its peer-to-peer payments solution to Messenger in Europe.

Magic Leap CEO asks users to take leap of faith in mixed-reality tech after damaging report

Magic Leap CEO Rony Abovitz insists that new developments are being worked on.

Christmas gift guide: The best tech gifts for under £50

A budget-conscious guide to the best Christmas tech gifts.

Top five crowdfunding fails: From James Bond gadgets to anti-gravity shoes

Backers beware: Crowdfunding projects don't always deliver, here are the worst

Is Magic Leap dead? Report claims company used fake tech demos and is 'years' behind schedule

The company is reported to have struggled to integrate key technology into the headset.

This two-seater plane will take a pilot to the edge of space powered only by the sun

Plane will be the first solar-powered craft to climb 82,000ft into the earth's stratosphere.

VTech porn blunder leaves NSFW content easily accessible on children's tablet

The tablets, aimed at 3-9 year olds, could be used to access adult content via Google Translate.

BBC begins tests of new 4K HDR format with Planet Earth 2

The broadcaster is trialling an in-house version of HDR known as Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG).

Are your personal details for sale on the Dark Web? This new cybersecurity service will check for you

OwlDetect scans the internet for stolen financial and personal data and alerts you if it finds a match.

Bluetooth 5 launches as next-generation wireless technology to make gadgets even smarter

New wireless version offers four times the range and double the speed of its predecessor.

Windows 10 Mobile Anniversary Update released

New Microsoft smartphone patent gives hope for a Surface Phone

The handset sports a port that some speculate could house Microsoft's Surface Pen.

Pebble smartwatches killed off as Fitbit completes take-over

Pebble's hardware assets set to be sold off as Fitbit acquisition seeks to obtain software and IP only.

Samsung Galaxy S8 reportedly inbound with stereo speakers but no headphone jack or 4K screen

The Samsung Galaxy S8 could give HTC something to worry about with Harman-powered audio delights.

Facebook tools up in fight against fake news with user feedback feature

Survey asks users to rank the trustworthiness of headlines that appear in Facebook's news feed.

Google's new safety feature lets friends 'walk you home' and find you in emergencies

The app lets contacts see your last known location and follow your journey when you feel unsafe.

Are toys spying on your kids? 'Smart toys' could be hacked to listen in on conversations

Lack of security in internet-connected toys means anyone can listen in on your kids' conversations.

Volkswagen to revolutionise city roads with urban mobility company Moia

Moia will provide clean, energy-efficient mobility solutions to help cities run more smoothly.

Huawei Mate 9 review: A big-screen beast with a couple of bugbears

Huawei's attempt to fill the Note 7 void brings machine learning and improved software to the table.

UK tech and smartphone deals of the week: Microsoft Surface Pro 4, Xperia XZ and cheap 4K TVs

Pre-Christmas bargains include money off tablets, 4K TVs, smartphones and wearable tech.

Creators of controversial InstaCharge app defy experts who claim it's scientifically 'impossible'

The battery-charging app creators deny expert claims that software can't store energy.

Nokia returns: New Android phones confirmed for 2017 release

Nokia has released a new line-up of feature phones and will launch an Android smartphone next year.

Video Game Christmas Gift Guide 2016: Best gaming gadgets, headsets and accessories

Fifteen great gift ideas for video game lovers this Christmas.

Has Fiji been conned by a fake app? InstaCharge claims dubious ability to defy laws of physics

Smartphone app endorsed by Fiji government promises to store 'excess power' for a one-shot instant charge.

Amazon employee jumps from roof of company HQ in suicide attempt

Employee sent an email to co-workers condemning the company after being put on an improvement programme.

Never floss again: Dyson goes dental with water jet toothbrush patent

Company files patent for toothbrush with built-in water water jets to blast away food.

Amazon reported to be working on new, high-end Alexa smart speaker with built-in touch screen

New speaker will feature both touch screen and Amazon Alexa and is pegged to arrive in early 2017.

Samsung Galaxy S8: Launch date, price and features to expect

Everything you need to know about Samsung's 2017 flagship ahead of its launch on 29 March.