The Gadget Show: Shop Smart, Save Money
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.
Genre: Documentary
Country: United Kingdom
Type: tv
Season: 1
Episode: 1
Duration: 1h 0m
Release: 2004
Rating: 6.5
Season 1 - The Gadget Show: Shop Smart, Save Money
Season 2 - The Gadget Show: Shop Smart, Save Money
2005-03-11
"Entertainment show. On which format does music sound best? CD, vinyl or MP3? Jason Bradbury invites the band Stereogram to listen to their latest single on all three formats, and asks which sound they prefer. Apple Mac has launched an entry-level home computer for just \u00a3339. Jon Bentley investigates what you get for your money, what extras you need to buy and decides whether or not it is good value for money. Suzi Perry looks at the survival box which is strapped to the underside of every U.S. fighter pilot's ejector seat."
Season 3 - The Gadget Show: Shop Smart, Save Money
Season 4 - The Gadget Show: Shop Smart, Save Money
2006-01-30
"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."
2006-02-06
"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."
2006-02-13
"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."
2006-02-20
"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 \u00a3150. Plus a look at the latest in speaker systems"
2006-02-27
"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."
2006-03-06
"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."
2006-03-13
"Jon Bentley, Jason Bradbury and Suzi Perry visit Sky's high definition television operation ahead of this summer's launch of the cinema-quality service and Tom Dunmore looks at digital cameras. Plus, Jason's guide to Bluetooth technology and the Dualit toaster goes head to head with its rivals."
2006-03-20
"Jon Bentley tests cameras by photographing wild animals in South Africa and Jason Bradbury investigates anti-theft devices. Suzi Perry celebrates a classic set of mixing decks before showcasing the latest version, while Tom Dunmore examines digital radios."
2006-03-27
"Jason Bradbury visits computer games design company Red Storm Entertainment as they work on their new releases, and Jon Bentley examines wireless digibox the `sky gnome'. Suzi Perry presents a celebration of the pinball machine, while Tom Dunmore showcases the latest personal video players."
2006-04-03
"Jason Bradbury and Jon Bentley visit Europe's biggest consumer technology show Cebit, where they find computers that can detect the user's attention and clothes with built-in tracking devices. Pete Tong tries out the latest in digital music mixers designed to inspire bedroom DJs."
2006-04-10
"Jason Bradbury investigates Internet TV broadcasts and creates his own programme to transmit online. Jon Bentley tests out 3G mobile phones, and Suzi Perry compares the formats competing to be the successor to DVD when high-definition TV is launched"
2006-04-17
"Tom Dunmore tests the latest camcorders, and Jon Bentley investigates digital piracy. Jason Bradbury examines Wikipedia, investigating claims that it is an unreliable source of information, and Suzi Perry celebrates Meccano. Plus, converting music recorded on cassettes so it can be played on an MP3 player."
2006-04-24
"Suzi Perry travels to Mexico to test a device for divers who can't swim, before trying out waterproof cameras in the Caribbean. Plus, tricks for taking perfect holiday photos, essential gadgets to use on vacation, and tips on finding bargains abroad."
Season 5 - The Gadget Show: Shop Smart, Save Money
2006-10-09
"Jason Bradbury and Suzi Perry have their own gadget triathlon to see who can best control a powerboat, drive fastest and fly highest."
2006-10-16
"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?"
2006-10-23
"Searching for the best value computer, Suzi sets out to discover how much RAM she can buy for 500 pounds."
2006-10-30
"Jason and Suzi test the world's toughest laptop against one of the hardest laptop bags on the market. To see which one can take the most knocks, they play a spot of laptop tennis. Jon cooks with celebrity chef Aldo Zilli to see which is the best gadget oven out there."
2006-11-06
"Suzi Perry and Jason Bradbury are set the challenge of travelling to Norway and buying a local delicacy. The catch is that Suzi can only use cash to buy whatever she needs and Jason can only use gadgets. Jon Bentley, meanwhile, isn't even getting out of his chair - he tests three gadget chairs for a whole day each in a pub. And we launch our campaign to persuade government and local councils to provide free WiFi access for everyone right across the UK."
2006-11-13
"Suzi and Jason compete in a personal transport triathalon and Jon tests a range of small flat-screen LCD televisions for use in the kitchen or bedroom."
2006-11-20
"Jason, Suzi and Jon explore the world of robotics. After examining some of the most advanced examples in the world, they head out to the shops to buy what they can for a special triathlon. Elsewhere, Jon tests digital cameras and Jason builds a mind writer."
2006-11-27
"Suzi Perry and Jason Bradbury test satellite navigation devices; Jon Bentley goes on assignment to test digital cameras; and we reveal the results of the latest Gadget Show survey. Who knows most in the gadget world?"
2006-12-04
"Jon Bentley and Jason Bradbury face off in a video challenge, testing camcorders by filming their own movie chase scenes; Jon tests car stereos with the band G4 and Suzi Perry lives it up in the south of France with one of the most exclusive and indulgent gadgets you can buy: a personal submarine."
2006-12-11
"The fifth series of Britain's leading consumer technology show draws to a close with a Christmas special. Suzi Perry and Jason Bradbury try to find the perfect gift."
Season 6 - The Gadget Show: Shop Smart, Save Money
2007-02-12
"Kit out your house for next to nothing, Binoculars with Chris Ryan, The Critical List - mobile phones."
2007-02-19
"Free WiFi for all, the campaign continues, What's on TV?, The Critical List - DAB radios, Digital bridge cameras"
2007-02-26
"Working party - on compact HiFis, MP3s - 'Tested to destruction', The Critical List - toys!, It's all in the Mindwriter"
2007-03-12
"iTrip, Spy Gadgets - the hunt for PS3, HDD camcorders, The Critical List - sounds creative."
2007-03-19
"Laptops - PC vs. Mac, Sky vs. BT vs. Virgin, The Critical List - juicers."
2007-03-26
"Queueing for the PS3, Digital SLR cameras, Razors - it's a cut-throat business, The Critical List - toy weaponry."
2007-04-02
"Gaming PCs vs. Consoles, iPod Shuffle, The Critical List - watches, Live search maps."
2007-04-09
"Skateboarding, Digital DJ, Microsoft Vista, The Critical List - 'smart' clothing."
2007-04-16
"Camcorders - 'Tested to destruction', Surround-sound headphones, The Critial List - digital cameras."
Season 7 - The Gadget Show: Shop Smart, Save Money
2007-10-29
"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"
2007-11-05
"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"
2007-11-12
"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"
2007-11-19
"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."
2007-11-26
"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."
2007-12-03
"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."
2007-12-10
"Jason Bradbury and Suzi Perry present a gadget gift guide, complete with advice on securing the best price. Meanwhile, Jon Bentley looks at a variety of televisions, determining the best boxes in a range of categories."
2007-12-17
"Jason Bradbury and Suzi Perry put rugged watches and multimedia players through their paces, and test the durability of a range of batteries. Elsewhere, Jon Bentley tours the R&D facilities of cutting-edge companies to see what the future holds for the world of technology - including a gadget that charges other devices wirelessly."
Season 8 - The Gadget Show: Shop Smart, Save Money
2008-03-31
"Jason and Suzi record a movie; Jon tries out the sleek new MacBook Air; and Jason's water-rocket car returns."
2008-04-07
"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."
2008-04-14
"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."
2008-04-21
"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."
2008-04-28
"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."
2008-05-05
"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."
2008-05-12
"Suzi and Jason have a speed race on the latest high-end road-racing bikes and take to the water to try out some motorised aquatic scooters. Jason visits Canfield University to try out a full-sized remote control Hummer."
2008-05-19
"Suzi Perry and Jason Bradbury test the toughest walking boots on the market and play the video game Rainbow Six: Vegas 2 using the latest wireless laser gun technology. Jon Bentley tries out universal remote controls, and the top five gadget alarm clocks and mini laser tanks come under scrutiny."
2008-05-26
"The presenters turn their attention to music, testing a new music-based computer game, the latest in high-tech headphones and some expensive speakers. Elsewhere, Jon examines a range of domestic weather stations; and Jason looks at some of the best computer games on the market."
2008-06-02
"Suzi Perry and Jason Bradbury compare green gadgets with their less environmentally friendly equivalents, while Jon Bentley tests the best pseudo-surround sound speaker systems on the market with the help of movie reviewer James King. Plus, a list of the top five coffee machines. Last in series, a new run begins next week."
Season 9 - The Gadget Show: Shop Smart, Save Money
2008-06-09
"In this edition, Suzi and Jason focus on the world of sport as they test a range of athletic gadgets."
2008-06-16
"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."
2008-06-23
"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."
2008-06-30
"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."
2008-07-07
"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."
2008-07-14
"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."
2008-07-21
"The presenters test the latest in getaway gadgets, including underwater cameras, hard wearing luggage and seaworthy vehicles."
2008-07-28
"Consumer technology show presented by Jason Bradbury, Suzi Perry, Jon Bentley and Dallas Campbell. Jon and Jason play with some of the cleverest gizmos around; Jon finds out how to keep abreast of current events while on the go; and it is crunch time for one of the most important kitchen gadgets."
2008-08-04
"Suzi Perry, Jason Bradbury and Dallas Campbell test outdoor equipment in the last episode of the series, putting a range of backpacks and laptops through their paces and trialling skateboards, skis and skates. The new Apple iPhone is also compared with the HTC Touch Diamond and there is a countdown of the top five gadgets from the series."
Season 10 - The Gadget Show: Shop Smart, Save Money
2008-10-06
"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."
2008-10-13
"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."
2008-10-20
"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."
2008-10-27
"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."
2008-11-05
"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."
2008-11-10
"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."
2008-11-17
"Suzy Perry and Dallas Campbell assess the latest party gadgets including portable karaoke machines, cocktail makers and digital graffiti walls. Jon Bentley joins Lady Victoria Hervey at London Fashion Week to test the best cameras on the market, and Jason Bradbury provides a rundown of the top five computer games available"
2008-11-24
"Suzi Perry tries to wean Jason Bradbury off his beloved Apple Mac products by getting him to test alternatives to iTunes, the iPhone and MacBook. Jon Bentley assesses voice-recognition software on speed, accuracy and ability to recognise multiple voices, and Dallas Campbell test-drives an unusual eight-legged vehicle, the Honda-powered Mondo spider."
2008-12-01
"Jon gets the help of an impressionist to try out some home phones. Suzi lists her favourite watches available on the market."
2008-12-08
"Suzi and Jason look at the best Christmas gadget gifts around. Jon tries to find which television is the best high-definition one available. The Gadget of the Year 2008 is revealed."
2008-12-15
"Suzi and Jason try and make it in to the Guinness Book Of Records. Jon takes a look at the best washing machines available. Dallas takes a look into the future by seeing what gadgets are currently being developed."
2008-12-22
"Jon tries out the latest mobile phones available. Jason and Dallas travel to Austria to test the latest ski equipment."
Season 11 - The Gadget Show: Shop Smart, Save Money
2009-03-09
"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."
2009-04-20
"Consumer technology show presented by Jason Bradbury, Gail Porter, Jon Bentley and Ortis Deley. Gail and Jason are thrown in at the deep end as they test wet suits, bikes and relaxing computer games. Elsewhere, Jon examines new-fangled TVs and Ortis encounters an automaton."
2009-04-27
"Scientific special of the consumer technology show. Jason Bradbury and Jon Bentley attempt to score a 'supersonic goal', employing all manner of techniques to break the sound barrier with a football. Elsewhere, Gail Porter undertakes a range of experiments in the kitchen, and Ortis Deley heads to the States to check out wireless power."
2009-05-04
"Consumer technology show presented by Jason Bradbury, Gail Porter, Jon Bentley and Ortis Deley. Gail and Jason compare iTunes with its new rival, Spotify, before using Facebook and Twitter to organise a 'flashmob' event at Somerset House in London. Elsewhere, Jon takes a tour bus full of sightseers around Stratford-upon-Avon to try out the very best camera phones on the market; and Ortis compiles his top five Wi-Fi routers."
Season 12 - The Gadget Show: Shop Smart, Save Money
2009-08-03
"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"
2009-08-10
"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"
2009-08-17
"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"
2009-10-12
"Consumer technology show presented by Jason Bradbury, Suzi Perry, Jon Bentley and Ortis Deley. Suzi and Jason compete to come up with the best application for a smartphone, Jon teams up with writer and presenter Danny Wallace to check out the latest car safety features and Ortis tests a mountain of headphones."
2009-10-19
"Consumer technology show presented by Jason Bradbury, Suzi Perry, Jon Bentley and Ortis Deley. Jason and Ortis race across Derbyshire, Suzi heads off to Switzerland to check out the latest concept cars and Jon teams up with Dame Kelly Holmes to give the latest fitness gadgets a workout."
2009-11-02
"In this episode of \u2018The Gadget Show\u2019 Jason and Suzi are set a challenge to design and build a gadget that will appeal to animals as well as humans. Who can produce the most innovative and ingenious gadget for pets? \n\nFrom a doggy treadmill to a flushing cat toilet, the duo endure animal mayhem as they test a selection of outlandish inventions in order to get some inspiration for their own builds. \n\nDespite being allergic to dogs, Jason opts for an automatic ball-launcher that takes the arm-work out of playing \u2018fetch\u2019 with a pooch. The idea is that the dog retrieves the ball and places it into the launcher. It is then hurled 30 metres and the process begins again. Because of her love of cats, Suzi decides to build a gadget for moggies. She always wonders where her cat goes when it disappears through the cat flap, so she develops a GPS tracking device and camera for cats to wear on a harness. \n\nJason heads off to a dog show to see if his device has the audience begging for more, and Suzi tests her purr-fect invention with TV vet Scott Miller and his cat. Which invention will be a hit with the pets and their owners? \n\nAlso this time, Ortis heads into the woods with ex-special forces hard man Mike Hawk to test the best pocket tools on the market. Jon, meanwhile, trawls through the top online photo-printing services available."
2009-11-09
"Jason and Ortis join forces to build an amazing power-tool racer. Following a thorough trouncing in 2008\u2019s Silverline Power Tool Drag Race, they decide to enter again this year. This time, however, the boys really mean business! \n\nFirstly, Jason and Ortis assess the competition. They take a good look at the vehicles that have been victorious in previous years and research the technology behind their success. They also evaluate how their team came so hopelessly unstuck last year. \n\nDeciding that chainsaw-powered vehicles are the way to go, Jason and Ortis enlist the help of ace engineers Stewart Pilley and Matthew Ward. They then track down three Stihl 8.7bhp chainsaw engines, and set about constructing a cutting-edge chainsaw-powered go-kart that might place glory within their grasp... \n\nThe team decides to source an old go-kart from a karting centre and strip it down. Ortis and Jason take out the engine, seat, steering wheel and existing wheels. The rear axle is also removed from the chassis and the gear ratio is calculated specifically for the chainsaws. Lastly, they paint the kart, add new wheels and fit protective plastic to the chassis. \n\nRace day finally arrives and Ortis and Jason head to Haynes Motor Museum in Somerset to see just what their go-kart is made of. Will Jason, Ortis and their chainsaw-powered go-kart blow the competition out of the water? Or will they be humiliated and defeated once again?"
2009-11-23
"Suzi Perry visits the Rinspeed HQ in Germany to drive their latest creation, a hydrofoil car, while Ortis Deley goes for a spin in the new Sand-X dune bike in Dubai. Continuing the transport theme, Jon Bentley takes to the streets of Paris without the aid of a sat-nav to test the navigational tools of multimedia devices like phones, and Jason Bradbury straps a jet engine to the hoverboard he built in series five"
2009-11-30
"Ortis Deley accompanies Jason Bradbury on a trip to the high-altitude glacial resort of Saas-Fee in Switzerland, where they test a range of skiing gear in an alpine race. Ortis also visits Dubai to explore a fully automated home fitted with hi-tech equipment, and Suzi Perry and Jon Bentley provide a rundown of the five best family computer games"
Season 13 - The Gadget Show: Shop Smart, Save Money
2010-02-01
"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"
2010-02-08
"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"
2010-02-15
"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"
2010-02-22
"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."
2010-03-01
"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"
2010-03-08
"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"
2010-03-15
"Jason Bradbury and Ortis Deley are challenged to create two of the toughest robots money can buy. Jon Bentley travels to the Caribbean to test SLR cameras, and Suzi Perry encounters a human-powered submarine in a swimming pool. Plus, the presenters try to decide on their top five sexy gadgets"
2010-03-22
"The presenters go up against experts in a variety of fields to see whether advances in technology can help amateurs beat professionals. Jason Bradbury uses a video game to compete against an elite Special Forces veteran, Suzi Perry challenges former world-champion swimmer Karen Pickering to a few lengths, and Jon Bentley pits his self-diagnosis skills against Dr Dawn Harper from Embarrassing Bodies. Plus, Ortis Deley takes on pool champion Gareth Potts"
2010-03-29
"Ortis Deley joins Suzi Perry in a cookery challenge, visiting a London restaurant boasting one of the country's most technologically advanced kitchens, and pitting gadgetry against the skills of promising chefs from a leading school. The presenter also tests karaoke console games with singer Craig David, and Jon Bentley investigates the importance of backing up data"
2010-04-05
"Ortis Deley competes against Jason Bradbury to design and produce a toy that will be judged by a panel of industry experts, and he also test-drives the Yike Bike - a unique mode of transport resembling a small penny-farthing. Indie band the Twang helps Suzi Perry review MP3 player docks, and Jon Bentley puts home massagers through their paces with Hollyoaks stars Kevin Sacre and Melissa Walton"
2010-04-12
"As the technology magazine show celebrates its 150th episode, Suzi Perry dons a leather catsuit to re-create one of the famous `bullet-time' sequences from 1999 sci-fi thriller The Matrix, using only a domestic camcorder. Meanwhile, Jon Bentley teams up with seasoned LA paparazzi to test the latest digital cameras, and Jason Bradbury tries to break the land speed record in a vehicle powered solely by water"
2010-04-19
"Jason Bradbury and Suzi Perry are challenged to complete an impromptu marathon across London using a variety of technological aids, and Jon Bentley puts the iPad through its paces. Meanwhile, Ortis Deley heads for Barcelona to examine a prototype that could make the gesture-operated computer technology of sci-fi thriller Minority Report a reality"
2010-04-26
"Jon Bentley, Jason Bradbury, Suzi Perry and Ortis Deley are challenged to put a selection of unknown devices to the test in a series of surprise challenges, each of which will push their presenting abilities to the limit. Among the tasks attempted are a race in super-speedy pedal cars, cracking the world's toughest memory stick, and a face-off with darts champion Phil Taylor"
2010-05-03
"The team examines obsolete pieces of technology in the gadget graveyard, and organises a sports day using a Nintendo Wii, an Easyglider, Usain Bolt's trainers and a medieval catapult. Plus, Jon Bentley visits Pisa to put noise-cancelling headphones to the test, and Jason Bradbury presents his top five pointless-but-fun websites"
2010-05-10
"Challenged to escape from a kidnapper, Ortis Deley helps Suzi Perry pit smartphones against various alternative products, and also takes a death-defying plane ride to test the latest camcorders. Meanwhile, Jason Bradbury hits the half-pipe with skating champion Nick Lomax to try out the best inline skates"
2010-05-17
"Ortis Deley and Suzi Perry each use a variety of gadgets to convert a disused barn into the perfect holiday destination, with Hollyoaks family the Valentines judging their efforts. Jason Bradbury joins chef Simon Rimmer to put home barbecue equipment to the test, and Jon Bentley heads to Los Angeles to put the latest sunglasses through their paces"
2010-05-24
"The team provides a round-up of the best devices of the past 12 months. Jon Bentley recalls the training shoes he tested with Kelly Holmes, and Jason Bradbury revisits his virtual car race against ex-Formula One driver Johnny Herbert. Plus, Ortis Deley's memorable encounter with Larry the robotic dog, and Suzi Perry's stint as pop video director for the band Fightstar. Last in the series"
Season 14 - The Gadget Show: Shop Smart, Save Money
2010-08-02
"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"
2010-08-09
"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."
2010-08-16
"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\u2019s only \u2018emotion jacket\u2019, 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\u2019s 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\u2019s 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 \u2013 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\u2019s high standards?"
2010-08-23
"Jon Bentley endeavours to rescue some wet electronic gadgets, Suzi tests waterproof jackets and Jason and Ortis build their own speedboats."
2010-08-30
"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\u2019s 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 \u2013 a powered surfboard capable of speeds of 40mph. Ortis\u2019s unusual choice of surfing destination is Sweden, which has ample quantities of the \u2018flat\u2019 water for which the board is designed. Unfortunately for Ortis, however, things do not go entirely to plan."
2010-09-06
"- Ultimiate Tested to Destruction\n\n- Top 5 Gadget Games\n\n- Whole House Music Streaming\n\n- DTV Shredder (Off-Road Skateboard Hybrid)"
2010-09-13
"A 'Gadget Show' football special to celebrate the start of the Uefa Europa League. Pollyanna kicks off with a report on the Robocup - the most extraordinary football contest in the world. Competing against each other are fully autonomous robots, operating entirely without human control. Will the automatons have the footballing skills to pay the bills? Since the outcry over England's disallowed goal in the World Cup, goal-line technology has become a hot topic. Ortis gets together with former international referee Graham Poll to see if it is possible to remove the man with the whistle and run a game refereed entirely by technology. Meanwhile, Pollyanna takes aim at Jason in a series of gadget football games, as the pair choose their top five ways to play off-the-pitch soccer. Elsewhere, Jon is joined by renowned football commentator Alan Parry to select the best high-definition projectors available on the market. And Suzi indulges in some of the most expensive gizmos on the planet to choose the top five gadgets only a footballer's wife could afford."
2010-09-20
"The 'Tested to Destruction' segment returns for another adrenaline-charged outing. Suzi and Pollyanna take a fast car and some powerful guns in order to subject seven tough gizmos to some extreme situations - all in the name of research. Elsewhere this week, Jon and Polly take a day trip to France to test some compact cameras. The latest models on the market come complete with interchangeable lenses, but can the tourists figure out how to use them to their advantage? In this episode's challenge, Ortis and Jason venture into the office in a bid to transform the bland environment into a fun, productive space - using only their own gadget ideas. The boys enlist a top design agency to help them on their quest, and add flair to their new concepts. Finally, Jason runs down another top five. This week, he turns his thoughts to gadgets that revamp old technology and give it an entirely new purpose."
2010-09-27
"The presenters take each other on in a demanding cross-country race over land, sea and air."
2010-10-04
"Jason and Jon debate the pros and cons of 3D television. Polly and Ortis put cloud computing to the test, and Jon visits the robot equivalent of the World Cup."
2010-10-11
"The presenters have four surprise challenges sprung on them in just one day. With golf, computer gaming, lawn mower racing and world record attempts all on the cards, the team must pull out all the stops to triumph."
2010-10-18
"Suzi examines cheap netbooks, Polly and Ortis scour the web and the high street for techie bargains, and Jon climbs behind the wheel of a swanky car to test some cut-price sa"
2010-10-25
"- Chainsaw Powered Vehicles\n\n- Top 5 Home Fitness Gadgets\n\n- Online Security"
2010-11-01
"Jason and Ortis test a martial arts simulator and a flight simulator respectively. Jon explores mobile phone tariffs and Polly looks at the best new apps available to download."
2010-11-08
"Suzi and Jason go head to head in a gadget-based musical challenge, Jon remakes a classic film in order to test the latest in mini projectors, Ortis tests a special bike and Polly looks at the best bags on the market."
2010-11-15
"In a Gadget Show first Jon, Suzi and Jason set out to make the Gadget Show themselves! The web is filled with programmes made by enthusiasts \u2013 but what\u2019s the best tech to shoot and cut your own programme? The team take matters into their own hands and takeover the show to make it themselves using only gadgets and tech found on the high street."
2010-11-22
"This week all five presenters square off in challenges not against each other \u2013 but against professionals, expert in their chosen field."
2010-11-29
"This week Ortis and Woodward race across London in their own high-octane, gadget-packed take on the classic game of Monopoly. Going head-to-head using the latest urban personal transport \u2013from skates and scooters to state-of-the-art electric transport \u2013 and the latest 'augmented reality' navigation technology, it\u2019s a race which takes them across the city via each of the railway stations on the Monopoly board. With each leg, the race picks up pace, with their urban transport getting faster and more powerful. But, it\u2019s not all plain sailing \u2013 as if having to tackle the dreaded London traffic wasn\u2019t bad enough, they\u2019re also subject to random forfeits from the notorious 'chance' cards, which could give their opponent a head start \u2013 or even spell out an unexpected trip to jail."
2010-12-06
"This week, The Gadget Show presents its Christmas special and reveals this year\u2019s must-have gadget gifts! No matter who you\u2019re buying for, this is the only festive technology guide you\u2019ll need. The gang have been hunting high and low for the most hi-tech, unique, intelligent, crazy and downright desirable gadgets of the season! Jason and Ortis compete to find the best gadget for girls and enlist the help of the Aston Villa ladies football team to help. Meanwhile Suzi and Pollyanna seek the advice of chart-toppers Scouting For Girls to find the best gadget for boys. Then, it\u2019s the ultimate challenge as they pair up and compete to find this year\u2019s essential, ultimate, must-have gadget. They take a look at some of the standout products of the year and throw in a few surprises. And the lucky recipient? The Gadget Show\u2019s own Jon Bentley \u2013 the man who\u2019s seen it all and is the toughest to impress with gadgets at Christmas time."
2010-12-13
"The Gadget Show hits the snowy slopes of Switzerland for another action-packed winter challenge. Jason and Ortis gear up to test the very latest hi-tech clothing, navigation gadgets and snow transport in a race which takes them to the very top of Mount Titlis in the ski resort of Engelberg."
Season 15 - The Gadget Show: Shop Smart, Save Money
2011-02-14
"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\u2019s going to be really wild show!"
2011-02-21
"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."
2011-02-28
"This week on The Gadget Show, Jason and Pollyanna get dirty in a Gadget Rally; Ortis ascends one of London\u2019s 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\u2019re nicked. Thanks to all of these guys who made it all happen!"
2011-03-07
"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."
2011-03-14
"This week on The Gadget Show Pollyanna and Jon test the latest Smartphone\u2019s to find the \u2018King of the Smartphone\u2019s, 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."
2011-03-21
"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."
2011-03-28
"This week on The Gadget Show Suzi & Pollyanna have the task to beat a team of human paintballers using tech, Jon tests Bread Makers with Paul Hollywood, Pollyanna jets off to the US to drive a car blindfolded and Ortis, poses for a professional photographer to find the Top 5 Digital Photoframes."
2011-04-04
"This week on The Gadget Show Suzi and Jason get inventive by creating the cleverest, trickiest and most utterly addictive games that they can! Jon gets to grip with the more glamorous side of zoo-keeping \u2026 as he puts the latest pressure washers to the test! Ortis and Pollyanna check out the travel apps you shouldn\u2019t leave home with out and Pollyanna also test drives a hydrogen-powered bike!"
2011-04-11
"This week on The Gadget Show Suzi, Jason, Jon, Ortis & Pollyanna went into the unknown! They were given four challenges to complete in The Gadget Show, Surprise Special!"
2011-04-18
"This week on The Gadget Show, the stage is set and the house lights are down \u2013 but how will Ortis and Pollyanna fare when they hit the big stage at Gadget Show Live and put on a tech-inspired music performance in front of 5000 people? Also, Jon Bentley teams up with star of, \u2018How Clean is Your House\u2019, Aggie Mackenzie, to test the latest robotic vacuum cleaners. And, if you missed Gadget Show Live this year, we\u2019re bringing you the highlights, including our top 5 gadgets at the show and highlights from the exhibition\u2019s gaming and future tech zones."
2011-04-25
"The presenters use the latest gadgets and gizmos to pit themselves against animals in the man v beast challenge. Jon attempts to outrun a falcon, Polly races a racehorse, Ortis goes head to head with a sniffer dog and Jason challenges a cat's agility."
2011-05-02
"This week on The Gadget Show Suzi and Ortis we\u2019re given 24 hours to turn a run down warehouse into 2 high-tech nightspots to impress Kirk Norcross from The Only Way is Essex, Jon tested the latest toning shoes, Pollyanna got to grips with the Flyrad and Jason got gaming to put together his top 5 gaming Apps."
2011-05-09
"Polly and Jon scour Europe for the best tech deals and Jason tests out the best gaming laptops."
2011-05-16
"Jon takes to the skies above London in an iconic Goodyear blimp to test the latest entry-level DSLR cameras. These cameras are a cut above compacts, and the first step an amateur might take toward professional photography - but how will they cope when put to the test on Jon's aerial photography challenge?"
2011-05-23
"Jason and Ortis use different technology when they compete against one another in a triathlon. Suzi and Pollyanna spend some time at a spa. Jon looks at some of the more unusual inventions."
2011-05-30
"Suzi Perry and Pollyanna Woodward put camping technology to the test and invite former Big Brother housemate Nikki Grahame to decide whose den is the most enticing. Jon Bentley is joined by news reporter Martin Stanford to try out tablet computers, and the team evaluates wave-riding water vehicles"
2011-06-06
"The team reflects on its favourite moments from the show's 15th run, including Suzi Perry's creation of a remote-controlled robot army and Jason Bradbury's world-record attempt on a jet-powered luge. Ortis Deley and Pollyanna Woodward also recall their photography challenge in South Africa, and Jon Bentley looks back at his technology tests. Last in the series"
Season 16 - The Gadget Show: Shop Smart, Save Money
2011-08-19
"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."
2011-08-26
"Pollyanna checks out a powered exoskeleton, and Suzi sweeps up the best mini vacuums on the market."
2011-09-02
"The gang shop for the best gadget that you can buy for \u00a3100 and road test the latest 3D camcorders."
2011-09-09
"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."
2011-09-16
"This episode looks at gadget experience days, 3DTVs, gadget toasters and whether expensive cables give you value for money."
2011-09-23
"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."
2011-09-26
"Pollyanna and Ortis try out some of the latest kitchen gadgets and later set up rival stalls at a music festival to sell what they have created. Jason finds out the best ways to get internet throughout your home. Suzi names her top camera accessories."
2011-10-03
"Ortis and Pollyanna end up getting their hands dirty after they are given the task of becoming car valets for the day. Jon, Jason and Pollyanna attempt to get their heads around the latest wireless headphones. Suzi takes a look at some of the best tablet apps available."
2011-10-10
"Ortis tries once again to race the world's fastest pedal bike. Jon steps inside one of the show's famous power tool drag racers. Suzi looks back to the show's early days."
2011-10-17
"The presenters take part in a Surprise Special in which they have no clue what challenges they will be doing."
2011-10-24
"Jason and Suzi attempt to take gaming on to next level. Ortis looks for the five toughest USB sticks available on the market."
2011-10-31
"Ortis and Suzi become creative as they create their own gadget bags. Jon is helped by a sound designer to test out some soundbar speakers."
2011-11-07
"Jason, Ortis and Jon take part in three of the most ambitious tests the show has ever tried. Jon takes a look at the latest fitness console games with the assistance of Matt Willis. Pollyanna travels to America to find out more about the most exciting hovercraft the show has ever seen. Suzi shares the websites she thinks that everyone should be taking a look at."
2011-11-14
"Jason, Jon and Pollyanna compete in Britcar 24 but while the other cars are racing round Silverstone, the presenters will be driving on a race simulator re-creating the track. Ortis takes a look at the latest hi-tech microwaves. Suzi explains how to create a photo book."
2011-11-21
"The presenters take part in a is a budget special, where they have to go to extraordinary lengths to find the best technology for the lowest price."
2011-11-28
"Polly and Ortis find themselves being challenged to use different gadgets and technology to learn a new skill. Jon takes a close look at consumer rights. Jason takes a look at the latest and best in-ear headphones."
2011-12-05
"The presenters reveal which Christmas presents should be at the top of your list this year. Polly and Suzi get the help of The Soldiers, whilst Ortis and Jason get help from the cheerleaders Cheer Force Ten as they compete to find the best gadgets."
2011-12-19
"In this special winter edition of the show Jon and Polly hit the slopes. Suzi is snuggling up indoors. Jason does a bit of Christmas shopping."
2011-12-24
"The presenters look into the future of tech, including 4G, the Kindle Fire, Windows 8 and a new military helmet that enables fighter pilots to lock onto targets by looking at them."
Season 17 - The Gadget Show: Shop Smart, Save Money
2013-06-03
"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."
2013-06-10
"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."
2013-06-17
"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."
2013-06-24
"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."
2013-07-01
"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\u2019 expo on the planet \u2013 E3 \u2013 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."
2013-07-08
"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\u2019s fastest tank, they have clearly impressed the US Army. Will their \u2018Swat Bot\u2019 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 \u00a3300. 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."
2013-07-15
"Rachel and Jason are investigating the nation\u2019s wi-fi woes. Why do so many of us have trouble connecting, and what can we do about it? With new routers being released by BT and Virgin, could our connection issues soon be a thing of the past? Triple-jump gold medallist and keen cyclist Jonathan Edwards dons lycra and gets on his bike to take a look at cycle computers \u2013 technology that is fast growing in popularity. Polly is in Hungary, checking out the Mammuth Rewarron, the world\u2019s first one-third scale, radio controlled car. Will it be a mammoth enough ride to get to the top of Polly\u2019s leader board of thrills? With tablets of all shapes and sizes released on what appears to be a weekly basis, there is more choice than ever."
2013-07-22
"Rachel and Jason take a look at camcorders and ask whether we really need them anymore, now that we all carry one around with us built into our mobile phones. Consumer champion Dom Littlewood makes a guest appearance to test the best ways of staying safe online and stopping your personal data being snooped upon. From the tracking of our likes and dislikes to the more malicious hackers who try to get inside our hard drives, Dom has all the info to help ward off unwelcome online attention. Polly heads to Greece, where she ploughs her way through the rugged landscape just outside Athens in an all-terrain super car \u2013 the Korres P4. Is it powerful enough to catapult its way to the top of her leader board of thrills? Jon Bentley is off to Hemel Hempstead and its famous magic roundabout to test lawnmowers. In recent years, lawnmower technology has sprung forward \u2013with the days of two-stroke engines or electric cords trailing through the kitchen window now long gone."
2013-07-29
"Jon Bentley takes a look at the world of photo books \u2013 all in the aid of surprising Rachel to commemorate her first series on the show. But how will the books look good enough for Miss Riley to take home and put on her mantelpiece. Rachel and Jason build a gadget that we all want to own \u2013 a personal flying machine."
Season 18 - The Gadget Show: Shop Smart, Save Money
2013-10-14
"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."
2013-10-21
"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."
2013-10-28
"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."
2013-11-04
"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."
2013-12-09
"The team attempt two world records, while Jon looks at how tech has evolved since show began in 2004."
2013-12-16
"The team turn a robotic version of Jason Bradbury into a stand-up comedian."
Season 19 - The Gadget Show: Shop Smart, Save Money
2014-02-24
"Ortis joins Rachel and Jason to reveal why the desktop PC has gone the way of the dodo."
2014-03-17
"The team test 3D projectors and wireless printers and Ortis rides future transport in California."
2014-03-24
"Helen Skelton hops on the Gadget bus to see if technology can transform her into a master baker."
2014-03-31
"The team use the latest technology to try to beat some human experts at their own games."
2014-04-07
"Ortis shines a light on some tech aimed at making cyclists more visible and safer."
2014-04-14
"The team take a look at curved TVs, health check apps and the next move in Nintendo gaming."
2014-04-21
"Jason and Rachel uncover some of the most exciting and stylish wearable tech innovations around."
Season 20 - The Gadget Show: Shop Smart, Save Money
2014-09-15
"The team look back to the first series to see what technological evolution has done to the world of gadgets."
2014-09-22
"The team find out if the latest music-making technology can help them top the charts."
2014-09-29
"Amy takes a look at an all-purpose emergency rescue vehicle with a difference."
2014-10-06
"Jon, Jason and lots of gadgets take on Ortis and Amy in a physical and mental challenge."
2014-10-27
"This episode is filmed entirely by the team themselves using consumer kit!"
2014-11-10
"Jason and Amy race souped-up lawn mower against a quad bike with airless tyres."
2014-11-24
"Jason and Jon the hottest question on the planet \u2013 which is the best phone money can buy?"
2014-12-15
"Jon tests the latest mobile tablets and Jason takes part in a triathlon to test fitness technology."
Season 21 - The Gadget Show: Shop Smart, Save Money
2015-03-09
"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."
2015-03-23
"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."
2015-03-30
"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."
2015-04-06
"The presenters use technology to help their chances of beating professionals at their own game."
2015-04-13
"Jason & Amy check out the Airwheel Q3, the latest auto stabilising unicycle! - See more at: http:\/\/gadgetshow.channel5.com\/news\/series-20-episode-7-airwheel#sthash.7uMtyLAg.dpuf"
2015-04-27
"The team are in Stratford-upon-Avon to take a look at the newest ideas in transport, racing across Shakespeare country in vehicles including offroad trainers and horse-racing simulators."
2015-05-04
"The presenters are at a country estate where they install all the latest gadgets in different rooms in the house."
2015-05-11
"The team take a look at the latest and greatest smartphone deals. A dragon leaves his den to take a look at Kickstarter-backed tech."
2015-05-18
"With summer just around the corner the show is packed with all of the best tech that the viewers at home will need when the sun is out."
Season 22 - The Gadget Show: Shop Smart, Save Money
2015-09-21
"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"
2015-10-05
"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."
Season 23 - The Gadget Show: Shop Smart, Save Money
2016-02-26
"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."
2016-03-04
"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."
2016-03-11
"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."
2016-04-15
"Action-packed consumer show presented by Jason Bradbury, Amy Williams, Ortis Deley, Jon Bentley and Yue Xu. Ortis and Jason enforce the law, Jon goes on a gadget diet, and there's a look at the best all-action cameras on the market."
2016-04-22
"Action-packed consumer show presented by Jason Bradbury, Amy Williams, Ortis Deley and Jon Bentley. In this 'Money Is No Object' special, the gang delve into the world of luxury technology and find out how the other half lives."
Season 24 - The Gadget Show: Shop Smart, Save Money
2016-10-07
"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."
2016-10-14
"In Sweden, Jon Bentley tests out 360-degree cameras, while Ortis Deeley quizzes the big players who populate Stockholm's answer to Silicon Valley."
2016-10-21
"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."
2016-10-28
"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."
2016-11-04
"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."
2016-11-11
"Amy and Jason take on landscaping pros the Benton Brothers, Jon trains his ear on a \u00a3100,000 turntable and Ortis tries out Call of Duty: Infinite Warfare."
2016-11-18
"Ortis and Jason hone their survival skills against Aldo Kane, Jon reviews photo apps, and Jason tries to create a device that can pass itself off as human."
2016-11-25
"Jason and Jon try to prove that virtual reality can be an accessible pastime, Amy samples a VR-enhanced dining experience, and Ortis explores the surface of Mars."
2016-12-02
"Ortis and Amy test the best ice cream-related gadgets, Ortis tries the latest in follow-me drone technology, and Jon gives three flagship smartphones a whirl."
2016-12-14
"Action-packed consumer series. Ortis and Jon showcase the year's best Christmas buys, from student-friendly gifts to those beyond the reach of all but millionaires. Plus, Jason runs the latest toys past discerning schoolchildren, and Amy shows some Dudley office workers how to party, Gadget Show-style."
2016-12-16
"Action-packed consumer series. Jason reveals how to cash in on the soaring retro market by flogging those not-so-current gizmos. Jon and Amy try to get more TV entertainment bang for their buck, and Ortis and Jon test brand new mid-range devices against their pre-loved premium equivalents."
Season 25 - The Gadget Show: Shop Smart, Save Money
2017-03-10
"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."
2017-03-17
"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."
2017-03-24
"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"
2017-03-31
"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."
2017-04-07
"Ortis discovers how smart fabrics can stop drivers from nodding off and spot the onset of diabetes. Jon tests three coffee machines costing \u00a3100, \u00a3600 and \u00a33,500 respectively. With the same high-quality beans going in, will the gizmos make any difference to the end product?"
2017-04-21
"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."
2017-04-28
"Jon Bentley tests a new 4k Blu-ray format against its streaming equivalent. Ortis Deley helms a fire engine with the power to reduce the temperature of a burning building from 700C to 7C in just 6 seconds. Plus, Georgie Barrat takes Monkey Tree FC to the FA's hi-tech training facility."
2017-05-12
"Georgie Barrat visits an uber-cool technology hub in New York. Opened just a few months ago, New Lab is located at a former shipyard now housing a flock of start-up gadget companies behind some groundbreaking products. Plus, Ortis Deley uses the latest tech to upgrade the lives of overworked paramedics, Jon Bentley finds out if a new type of tablet can transform its users into digital artists, and gaming guru Jordan Erica-Webber gets stuck into a brand new virtual reality game. Presented by Craig Charles."
2017-05-19
"Georgie uses the latest brain-boosting apps and games to give struggling football team Monkey Tree FC the edge, Jon gets the full picture on the latest camera drone and Ortis samples a 3D printer that can cook!"
2017-05-26
"Georgie peeks behind the curtains at Hursley House, a Hampshire stately home housing IBM's super-computer, Watson. Plus, the latest housework tech and Jon tests a fixed wing drone."
2017-06-02
"The time has arrived for Georgie Barrat to see how far Monkey Tree FC have come from avoiding relegation, as she finds out which tech worked best - as well as deliver one final push. Jon Bentley pits the Amazon Echo against the Google Home to see how they match up to being a music player, personal assistant and home automation controller. In London, Ortis Deley gets the lowdown at the world's best virtual reality show. As well as the latest consumer gadgets, he visits a series of VR worlds that show how advanced technology will be used in the not-so-distant future."
2017-06-09
"The gadget gang present the best tools for the summer music festivals, and Georgie visits Bermuda to see how the BAR racing team are combining tech with human ingenuity to win the America's Cup boat race."
Season 26 - The Gadget Show: Shop Smart, Save Money
2017-10-06
"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."
2017-10-13
"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."
2017-10-20
"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."
2017-10-27
"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."
2017-11-03
"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 \u00a320 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."
2017-11-10
"Jon Bentley assesses the worth of a range of kits now available at less than \u00a3200 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."
2017-11-17
"Presenters Craig Charles, Jon Bentley, Ortis Deley and Georgie Barrat take a road trip from Birmingham to Weston-super-Mare, Somerset. Along the way, Georgie demonstrates retro-game sensation the SuperBoy S, Jon tries out the board game Beasts of Balance, while Ortis thinks a smart ukulele is the way to keep Craig amused. Then, to drown out the drone of the motorway, they try and impress the Red Dwarf star with some state-of-the-art noise-cancelling headphones. After a pit stop at the town of Chepstow for a gadget-filled picnic, it's on to their seaside destination where even more gadgets await."
2017-11-24
"Virtual reality giants Oculus Rift give the team exclusive access to products not yet on the market, including a brand new VR platform designed to help film makers. The Fitbit smart watch goes up against the Apple Watch S3 in a test to see which has the best fitness tracking features, and the G Team help a student who wants to use tech to throw the perfect house party."
2017-12-01
"Jon Bentley looks into the multitude of navigation apps on the market. Georgie Barrat is in San Francisco, going behind the scenes of a company that makes what is likely to be one of the most popular toys this Christmas, the Anki Cozmo."
2017-12-08
"It's Christmas! The team present a comprehensive guide to the best Christmas tech presents, and show off all the gadgets needed for a brilliant festive experience. Finally, Craig uses tech to create the ultimate Christmas party."
2017-12-15
"Jon Bentley analyses the quality of smartphone cameras. Ortis Deley visits the development studios of Far Cry 5 in Montreal to see how the video game is made. Meanwhile the G-Team's latest assignment involves finding indoor training bikes and tech to help a keen cyclist get fit."
2017-12-22
"In Hong Kong, for the opening round of this year's ePrix season, Ortis pilots a Formula E car, while Georgie is driven round the circuit in an AI-controlled car. In the UK, Craig andJon Bentleycheck out three of the best electric cars on the market."
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Season 28 - The Gadget Show: Shop Smart, Save Money
2018-10-05
"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."
2018-10-12
"Episode 2\n\nGeorgie 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."
2018-10-19
"The G Team is given a budget of \u00a31,000 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."
2018-10-26
"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."
2018-11-02
"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."
2018-11-16
"Georgie Barrat and Ortis Deley put rugged tech to the test, dunking speakers into shark tanks, freezing mobile phones and dropping shatter-proof hard drives from great heights in a bid to determine which piece of hardware will prove the most indestructible. Plus, Jordan Erica Webber visits the studio behind the new blockbuster Just Cause 4 console game, to learn how the developers brought a digital 1024 square kilometres of country - complete with vehicles and extreme weather - so vividly to life."
2018-11-23
"While the G Team help music lover Gary out with some new tech, Jon tests out smart watches on an assault course, and Jordan reviews the latest in the Battlefield series."
2018-11-30
"In a Christmas special, the team have some ideas for stocking fillers, four mini-me presenters share the ideas for children's gifts, and tech is used in an attempt to turn Craig into a cracking Christmas cook."
2018-12-07
"The G Team are on the hunt for the latest baby tech to aid stressed-out new parents. Jon teams up with David Whitely to put the latest tablet offerings up against the all-conquering iPad Pro. Ortis tries out a new Farming Simulator game - how does it compare to the real thing?"
2018-12-14
"The team turn a house into a smart home, Jon checks out which washing machine is the cleverest cleaner, and Eddie the Eagle straps on the latest snow tech."
Season 29 - The Gadget Show: Shop Smart, Save Money
2019-05-24
"Glaswegian funksters Shaka Loves You get some gadgets to keep their creative juices flowing while they are on tour, Jon Bentley photographs some high-end cars with the latest mirrorless cameras, and Ortis Deley challenges a drone to keep up with a Porsche."
2019-05-31
"Jon Bentley acquires three top-notch smartphones recently landed from China, so sets out to determine which - if any - is worth considering come upgrade season. Ortis Deley is hands-on with an exciting new gizmo that promises to transform the future of Hollywood special effects, while Jordan Erica Webber looks at one of the most anticipated video games this year. Plus, former England rugby star James Haskell asks the G Team for their help to cook an indulgent three-course meal to impress his new wife, Chloe Madeley."
2019-06-14
"In a special edition of the show, Craig Charles, Ortis Deley, Jon Bentley and Georgie Barrat try to find out whether technology can help them beat professionals at their own games. Craig takes on a champion pool player, putting his faith in gadgets to help him rack up a point for the team, while Georgie dons a hard hat to see if she can out-perform a group of builders. Jon is tasked with creating a floral display for a high-end hotel, and Ortis tries to win a place on the famed blue-badge tour guide training programme."
2019-06-28
"Craig Charles, Jon Bentley, Georgie Barrat and Ortis Deley head to South Uist in the Outer Hebrides, where they check out the latest in land yachts, test long-range photography tech, employ underwater drones while whale watching and use a translation app."
2019-07-05
"Jon Bentley, Georgie Barrat and Ortis Deley meet a couple who won a million pounds on the lottery. Rather than blow the lot on a big house, a flash car and an exotic holiday, Daniel and Charlotte kept quite a lot back to spend on expensive gadgets, and want the G Team to help them decide what to splurge on. Plus, Ortis continues his quest to get the iconic wheels of steel by Technics Turntables into his tech Wall of Fame, and the programme helps celebrate the 21st birthday of search engine Google. Last in the series."
Season 30 - The Gadget Show: Shop Smart, Save Money
2019-12-13
"Jon Bentley, Ortis Deley and Georgie Barrat go to the aid of a young family to see which tech for toddlers will come out on top. Jon also tests some budget tablets and laptops, ascertaining whether a mere \u00a3250 can secure enough grunt to power through a selection of normal daily tasks. Ortis turns locksmith for a day as he finds out how safe new smart locks are, while Jordan Erica Webber gives presenter Craig Charles a first look at Google's new gaming service."
2019-12-20
"Georgie Barrat tests out the world's first VR bungee jump, while Jon Bentley heads back to primary school to see which dishwasher is best for removing congealed gravy and custard. Back in the studio, Craig Charles discusses money-saving tips with journalist Harry Wallop, while Jon, Georgie and Ortis Deley unbox one of the most exciting pieces of tech to hit the shelves this year."
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Season 33 - The Gadget Show: Shop Smart, Save Money
2021-02-12
"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."
2021-03-19
"Jon Bentley takes TV duo Dick and Dom on a day-trip to find out which is the best 42-inch TV. Plus, Ortis Deley and Georgie Barrat test washing machines. Craig Charles tests a piece of tech used to train dogs, and impressionist Luke Kempner attempts to overhaul his online streaming game."
2021-04-16
"Georgie and Jon find out if whether Apple's new MacBook Air lives up to its hype. Jon is joined by Stuart Maconie to put some of the latest hiking tech through its paces."
Season 34 - The Gadget Show: Shop Smart, Save Money
2021-09-29
"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."
2021-10-06
"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?"
2021-10-13
"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."
2021-10-20
"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."
2021-10-27
"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."
2021-11-03
"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"
2021-11-10
"Craig's rolling up his sleeves on a building site to help Georgie test a pair of rugged phones that promise high-end performance. Jon spends the day with TikTok star Akafi Ali to test budget webcams, and Ortis offers a Top 5 rundown of voice-activated tech, including the world's first coffee machine that not only brews coffee but orders it too"
2021-11-17
"Jon finds out if the iPad is still the best tablet on the market, and Jordan has a review of the latest new console to hit the shelves, Nintendo's Switch OLED. Elsewhere, Georgie and Ortis battle it out in another challenge, answering an age-old problem - are branded drills, saws and sanders better than the cheaper, unbranded versions?"
2021-11-24
"Jon tests three entry-level short-throw projectors to see which is best for those cinema sessions, and Craig has found a gadget which claims to make our teeth whiter. Ortis and Craig go head to head in this week's challenge - can a portable speaker almost half the price of the Sonos Roam kick it with the big brand?"
2021-12-01
"Jon and Georgie test out the iPad Pro against the MacBook Air, while Ortis presents a rundown of his favourite smartphone accessories. Craig has uncovered another gadget with bold claims - the world's smallest vacuum - which could revolutionise the way people pack for holidays, and Jon heads to a classic railway with a long-standing member of the BBC Radio 4 Archers team to test eReaders"
2021-12-08
"Craig Charles, Jon Bentley, Georgie Barrat and Ortis Deley look at the tech available this Christmas, from eBikes to Bluetooth speakers, and stocking fillers to smart-home gadgets. With the big day only weeks away, Craig will be telling four magical tales featuring Georgie, Jon and Ortis in the starring roles, and answering all the big tech questions for 2021"
2021-12-15
"Georgie and Ortis battle it out for the final techie challenge of 2021, as they put the GoPro HERO10 up against DJI's recently released Action 2 camera with the help of the monkeys at Twycross Zoo. Meanwhile, Jordan's got answers to all the big gaming questions just in time for Christmas, and Craig gets to grips with a gadget that prints smartphone photos at home"
Season 35 - The Gadget Show: Shop Smart, Save Money
2022-03-02
"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."
2022-03-09
"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."
2022-03-16
"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."
2022-03-23
"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."
2022-03-30
"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."
2022-04-06
"Georgie is joined by Donald Trump, Michael McIntyre and Sir Ian McKellen."
2022-06-22
"In honour of the Queen's Platinum Jubilee, the team decide to celebrate all things British, including Ortis Deley, who finds a healthier way to cook fish and chips using tech. Jon Bentley is joined by guest presenter Maddie Moate to see how consumer tech made in the UK compares with the market leaders from overseas, and Craig Charles checks out an innovative British invention as he tests out a pair of musical gloves."
2022-06-29
"Jon looks at some of the newest flagship smartphones aboard one of the Royal Navy's oldest flagships, HMS Victory. Meanwhile, Ortis is joined by Paralympian Libby Clegg as they put two fitness bands through their paces, and shares a a way for viewers to save a bit of money on their food-shopping bills."
2022-07-06
"Football commentator and presenter Pien Meulensteen joins as guest host as she helps to test televisions perfect for children's bedrooms. Elsewhere, Jon is joined by professional adventurers the Turner Twins, who break down the latest navigation tech as they traverse the harsh terrain of Alton Towers."
2022-07-13
"Ortis takes on champion rally driver Chris Ingram in an epic racing challenge."
2022-07-20
"Jon and Ortis go head-to-head in the battle of the streaming sticks, but which will come out on top - Roku or Fire TV?"
2022-07-27
"It's time to break out the factor 50, blast out your Bluetooth speaker and get your app-connected shades on. Ortis finds out which fridge freezers you should buy to keep those choc ices from melting. It's the Gadget Show with a summery twist"
Season 36 - The Gadget Show: Shop Smart, Save Money
2022-09-28
"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."
2022-10-05
"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"
2022-10-12
"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"
2022-10-19
"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."
2022-10-26
"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."
2022-11-02
"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."
2022-11-07
"Ortis and Georgie help a family upgrade their home security, test out waterproof jackets and review a range of tech that should help make home decorating a breeze."
2022-11-16
"Ortis and Georgie show their guests some automated tech to make domestic chores easier, test out the latest voice-controlled speakers and check out a cutting-edge smart projector."
2022-11-26
"Ortis and Georgie check out glamping gadgets and explore how to learn a language using tech. Harry tests an app that might help save money on electricity bills."
2022-11-30
"Ortis and Georgie demonstrate tech that could improve working from home; Jon tests pet vacuums; and Harry tries an app that might save money on subscriptions."
2022-12-07
"Ortis and Georgie see if tech can make an easier school run, Jon compares dishwashers, and Harry tries a website that claims to save money on food."
2022-12-14
"Ortis and Georgie test the best torches on the market, review VR gaming headphones, and try and see if they can please some coffee connoisseurs."
Season 37 - The Gadget Show: Shop Smart, Save Money
2023-03-01
"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."
2023-03-08
"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."
2023-03-15
"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."
2023-03-22
"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."
2023-03-29
"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."
2023-06-16
"Tested this time: travel cases and a walking routes app, security cameras, and a smart water dispenser saving on plastic bottle use."
2023-06-23
"Ortis and Georgie advise a couple who need gadget help at home - from an automated way to do gardening to a new way to watch TV. Jon tests food processors."
2023-06-30
"Ortis and Georgie test Bluetooth boomboxes and check out a slow juicer. Jon looks at fitness bands, and a tablet is tested that could be an real bargain."
2023-07-07
"Ortis Deley and Georgie Barrat offer a smart solution to lost keys, and a new way to work out without pricy gym fees, while Jon Bentley tests two microwaves."
2023-07-14
"Ortis and Georgie show a single mum how gadgets could give her a helping hand. Plus the best value electric BBQs, and online shopping tips."