MakeUseOf Press & Events
Welcome to MakeUseOf's press hub! MakeUseOf is a go-to resource for everyday people who want to understand tech, whether we're explaining a complex concept or recommending the best apps. But we're not limited to our home offices—we regularly attend major industry events like CES in Las Vegas and MWC in Barcelona. We've also made appearances at smaller, focused brand events and reveals.
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MWC 2026
Gavin was in-attendance at this year's MWC, the world's largest mobile-focused tech event. Hosted in Barcelona, Spain, MWC attracts more than 100,000 visitors each year and is often where tech companies launch their newest smartphones, tablets, and more.
Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2026
After months of leaks, Samsung has finally unveiled the new Galaxy S26 Ultra at its event in San Francisco. At first glance, it would be easy to dismiss the Galaxy S26 Ultra as a very similar device to last year’s Galaxy S25 Ultra, but it’s actually much more than that.
CES 2026
MUO's, Gavin was, once again, in-attendance at this year's CES show. He spent the week scouring the vast halls and hidden hotel suites of CES 2026 to find the best tech of all, and this was what you need to know about.
IFA 2025
MUO's own, Gavin was in-attendance at this year's IFA show. The world's largest tech show, larger than CES, brings the eyes of the world to the giant exhibition halls of Messe Berlin, and with more than 200,000 visitors, every tech company was vying for a piece of the action.
Nothing Phone 3 Launch 2025
Senior Editor Gavin Phillips was in attendance at Nothing Phone 3's launch. The central London event had its "flagship" model on full display. See Gavin's hands-on first impressions.
National Email Week 2025
Our team tackled World Email Week this year to help you get a handle on the messaging we all use but so often neglect. Our hub is packed with practical tips and guides to help you reclaim your inbox.
Browser Days 2025
MUO's Senior Editor Gavin Phillips was lucky enough to be shown a preview version of Opera's Neon browser at its Browser Days 2025 event in Lisbon, Portugal.
World Backup Week 2025
Every year on March 31, World Backup Day is on the calendar to remind us of a simple truth: you need to back up your data before it's too late. This year, we decided to celebrate the day—all week with new articles and tips.
MWC 2025
To no one's surprise, MUO's Senior Editor, Gavin Phillips was on the ground at this year's MWC. See what we awarded as the best new smartphones and mobile tech from around the world.
CES 2025
MUO's Senior Editor, Gavin Phillips was on the ground at CES 2025. Las Vegas had lots to show, from AI BBQs to products we deemed truly exceptional. See what to be excited about going into 2025.
Gavin Tours Tecno
MUO's Senior Editor, Gavin Phillips was invited to tour Tecno's factory this month. See what's coming and read his thoughts on the trip.
Team Milestones: November 2024
November was a month of milestones. Senior Authors, Danny Maiorca & Alvin Wanjala, published their 750th & 500th article this month, respectively. In addition, Authors, Mahnoor Faisal & Adaeze Uche, both published their 100th article this month. Please join us in congratulating Danny, Alvin, Mahnoor, & Adaeze on their milestones!
Adobe Max 2024
MUO's Ruby Helyer was on the ground at Adobe's 2024 MAX event. See everything that was revealed and what you should be excited about.
10-Year Anniversaries
2024 marks the 10-year anniversary of several staff members who joined MUO in 2014. Congratulations to EIC Ben Stegner, Lead Section Editor Gavin Phillips, Technical Manager Joe Keeley, and Senior Author Philip Bates!
IFA 2024
At IFA 2024 in Berlin, Gavin Phillips and Justin Dunio took to the show floor to check out the best of new tech from companies like Honor, Tecno, and Withings.
Made By Google
The Made By Google 2024 event showcased Google’s latest hardware and software innovations, highlighting the company’s focus on AI. MakeUseOf’s, Zarif Ali , received an exclusive first look at Google’s newest products, such as the Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro Fold, Pixel Buds Pro 2, and Pixel Watch 3.
MWC 2024
Attended MWC 2024 in Barcelona, the largest mobile show in the world, where the team got to grips with the latest and greatest in mobile technology, including hands-on demonstrations with brand new smartphones, yet-to-launch gaming tech, and much more.
CES 2024
Every January, the world’s focus gets pulled to Las Vegas to see what tech announcements are made at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES). Jason Fitzpatrick, Valnet’s Content Director of the General Tech Portfolio, and his team met with over two dozen companies and checked out the best products coming to consumers in 2024.
IFA 2023
The MakeUseOf team extensively covered new announcements directly from the IFA show floor, writing numerous best-of lists with unique chances to play with upcoming tech, including smartphones, headphones, gaming hardware, power stations, and more.