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12th August 2026 - Tech Reviews and News on BBC Radio London

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Gadget Detective - A selection of free tech advice & tech news broadcasts by Fevzi Turkalp on the BBC & elsewhere
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Aug 14, 2026
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Summary

Fevzi Turkalp, the Gadget Detective, joins Jumoké Fashola on BBC Radio London to discuss the latest tech news and reviews. On the show; Anthropic, the company behind Claud AI, has announced that to be in line with European Union laws anything their AI tools produce will carry a watermark denoting it is the product of AI, but could this result in confusion in just how much AI was used and for what purpose? Gadget of the Week goes to; Majority Folio Bluetooh Vinyl Record Player. This recordplayer, available in a range of colours, features two built in stereo speakers, a high quality Audio-Technica cartridge, can play 33 and 45rpm records in multiple sizes, RCA cinnection for external speakers, has a USB socket allowing you to record your vinyl to MP3 or play back music already on the USB stick, a headphone socket and aux in connection. Scoring 4 out of 5, more in the show. Medisana NM900 Shiatsu Cordless Neck Massager. Designed to massage your shoulders and neck, this features two straps allowing you to control how much pressure is applied and where and has a heat function. too. Ideal for those long stressful days. Scoring 4 out of 5, more in the show. Medisana MC500 Cordless Shiatsu Back Massager. Similar to the massager above, this one targets your back and could offer some much needed relaxation after a long day reviewing tech. Scoring 4 out of 5, more in the show. Groov e Neo Buds True Wireless Earbuds. Featuring Active Noise Cancellaton and up to 22 hours playback, these earbuds have simple touch controls allowing you to change tracks, volume, ANC, and more all via a full colour smart display built into the charging base. Scoring 4 out of 5, listen in for more. . You can hear the Gadget Detective on BBC Radio London every other Thursday just after 1pm and follow and…