The television's days may well be numbered as one of 2018's breakthrough gadgets could prove to be the laser projector, which promises better image quality than traditional projectors, offers bigger screen sizes, yet doesn't take up much space. Jon Bentley conducts a scientific test by pitting a brand new model against a top-notch TV in front of a select audience. Plus, another visit to CES in Las Vegas to look at the more unusual offerings from the world's tech companies. Presented by Craig Charles.

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Jon Bentley

Georgie Barrat

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Ortis Deley

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Episode 1

Ortis Deley and Georgie Barrat travel to Nevada to visit the world's biggest consumer electronics show in Las Vegas. The events boasts upgraded drones, upgraded VR headsets, upgraded televisions and a stream of new robots to help around the house. Meanwhile, Jon Bentley joins Craig Charles in a `versus' challenge to see if cutting-edge tech can put them on a par with professional decorators. Jon and Craig have access to the finest aids that tech has to offer, while the professionals have to rely on experience, skill and traditional tools.

Georgie Barrat and Ortis Deley head to Las Vegas to test 360-degree cameras, where two new models from action-cam manufacturers GoPro and Garmin promise improved software that allows users to edit their own panoramic masterpieces. Jon Bentley asks couples to test out smart tech bathroom scales, while consumer champion Harry Wallop offers more tips on tips saving cash on tech. Plus, Jordan Erica-Webber has the week's biggest gaming news. Presented by Craig Charles.

The gang ditch the studio to put the latest outdoor gadgets to the test. From staying dry against the elements and using a supercharged torch for tea-making, to dodging paintballs and hunting Bigfoot, who will come out on top?

Episode 4

With the help of an 'ethical hacker', Jon investigates how easy it is to gain remote access to our smart devices. The G Team compare three gadgets for cleaning cars, and Ortis races an uphill cycling champion using tech.

Episode 5

Jon Bentley plugs in the latest ear buds that can translate in real time, the G Team come to the aid of a boxer looking to reach the next level with the help of the latest gear, and Georgie and Ortis report on the latest advances in robotic innovations on Earth, and Mars...

Episode 6

Nest and Hive have both recently released brand new indoor security cameras. Jon Bentley tests them out by putting together his very own jewellery heist - with the help of a former burglar, a closed jewellery shop, a bag full of doughnuts and a stakeout vehicle from where he will monitor the performance of each camera via its smartphone app. The G Team assists golf tutor Amanda, who needs tech to help herself play better and track the progress of her clients. Plus, Jon and Georgie Barrat find out if the latest advances in sewing tech are enough to let people to make their own clothes from scratch.

Episode 7

Jon Bentley gets an earful of the latest advance in home cinema audio, the G Team team rustle up a sampling menu featuring three very different styles of barbecue, and domestic chores are given a gadget makeover.

Episode 8

Craig Charles introduces a special edition dedicated to the fastest tech in the world. Last year, Richard Browning went viral with a video of him flying with his jetpack body suit. He since set a Guinness world record for fastest speed in a body-controlled jet engine-powered suit. Ortis Deley becomes one of the first people outside the company to see the suit in action up close - and try it on. Plus, Georgie Barrat offers solutions for wi-fi speed gripes and learns about drone racing, and Jon Bentley looks into high-speed computer processing in the cloud.

Episode 9

Jon Bentley tests out new remote-controlled underwater drones by taking a selection to the shark tank at Liverpool's Blue Planet Aquarium. Georgie Barrat is in Sweden to try a new technological approach to the surfboard and the G Team try to help a keen runner training for a charity marathon later in the year.

Episode 10

Craig Charles hosts a technological World Cup house party, with gadgets to impress Adebayo Akinfenwa, the best 4K HDR TVs, the five best football games ever, and even a home-made football anthem.

Episode 11

Jon Bentley takes an electric Nissan Leaf on a road trip to test it out, and meets a couple of potential electric car customers on the way. The G Team have an assignment to create the perfect pool party with brilliant gadgets. Meanwhile Craig and Ortis Deley use tech to raise money as buskers.

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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.

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