Fans of delightfully macabre TV will be thrilled to know that Reece Shearsmith and Steve Pemberton are back with another instalment of Inside No. 9, the BAFTA-winning series. Below we explain how you can watch Inside No. 9 season 7 online now, and 100% FREE on BBC iPlayer.
Debuting in 2014, Inside No. 9 is an anthology series, and – as we’ve come to expect from the duo responsible for The League of Gentlemen – it’s perversely funny, full of twists that will blind-side even the most media-savvy viewer.
Only the number 9 links each episode; otherwise, there’s a different cast, setting, and story. Past instalments featured Helen McCrory in a gothic mansion, David Morrissey in a football locker room, and Killing Eve’s Fiona Shaw enjoying a Private View at a swanky gallery.
This season, expect to see Mark Gatiss in a story about four old friends boating on an isolated lake – great fun until old resentments start to bubble up. Other guest actors will include the brilliant Jessica Hynes (Spaced), Jason Isaacs, and Sophie Okonedo.
Ready for six terrifically taut tales? Then read our guide below for how to watch Inside No. 9 season 7 online from anywhere now.
How to watch Inside No. 9 online for FREE in the UK
How to watch Inside No. 9 season 7 online from outside your country
Don't let geo-restrictions prevent you from getting Inside No. 9 and streaming season 7. If you find yourself out of the country, you’ll be unable to access your usual streaming service. However, we can get you out of this sticky situation with the help a VPN.
The best VPN – otherwise known as a virtual private network – offers a simple solution. This piece of software alters your IP address to appear as though you're based in another country, allowing you to gain access to your preferred streaming platform, and watch episodes live or on-demand just like you would at home.
Use a VPN to watch Inside No. 9 online from anywhere
Three simple steps to using a VPN to watch Inside No. 9
1. Download and install a VPN - we recommend ExpressVPN
2. Connect to the relevant server location - launch the VPN app, click on 'choose location' and select the right location i UK for iPlayer
3. Head to the chosen broadcaster's live stream - in this case, head to BBC iPlayer
Looking for a Sonos Move rival? This Bluetooth speaker could be the answer
Swedish company Audio Pro has announced a new portable Bluetooth speaker that's capable of connecting to your home Wi-Fi network - and it's could be a cool alternative to the Sonos Move.
The Audio Pro A15 is a sophisticated-looking Bluetooth speaker , which can be used as part of a multiroom audio setup, just as easily as it can be taken outside into your garden, giving you more choice over where and how you listen to your music.
Bluetooth speakers with Wi-Fi connectivity are an emerging trend in the world of home audio, with models like the Sonos Move and the small cylinder-shaped Sonos Roam demonstrating how one speaker can meet pretty much all of your audio needs.
The Audio Pro A15 is more similar to the Sonos Move than it is the Roam, with a boxy, minimalist build that should look good in most homes. Unlike Sonos' speakers though, it has a fabric grille, carrying handle, and an array of physical control buttons to adjust your music playback. It's IPX2 rated, so it has some protection from accidental splashes - though we wouldn't recommend taking this particular speaker in the shower or to the beach.
Although Audio Pro doesn't have the same powerful brand cache as Sonos, it boasts its own line up of multiroom wireless speakers that can be paired in different configurations for bespoke sound setups.
The A15 can be linked with other Audio Pro speakers using the company's bespoke multiroom system tech, as well as with other Google Chromecast and AirPlay 2-compatible speakers.
You get 11 hours of battery life if you have the speaker playing at half-volume; that's reduced to eight hours if you're really blasting your music, but that should be enough time to soundrack a party.
Audio Pro hasn't shared any information about the drivers inside the A15, so we'd need to test it before we can assess the sound quality on offer here. However, we're fans of the company's stereo speakers (see our Audio Pro A36 review for more information), and all the other specs sound promising.
Should I buy the Sonos Move instead?
If the Audio Pro A15 was significantly cheaper than the Sonos Move, we'd say it's worth taking a risk on; however, they're almost priced identically in the US.
The Sonos Move cost $399 / £399 / AU$649 when it launched in 2019, and discounts are still extremely rare. The Audio Pro A15 is priced at $400 / £350, and while Australian pricing is still to be confirmed, that works out at about AU$530.
So, the A15 is the same price as the Sonos Move for US buyers, slightly cheaper for UK buyers, and potentially much cheaper in Australia (provided Audio Pro uses a straight conversion when working out the price in this region).
That means your buying decision won't necessarily come down to price if you're choosing between the Sonos Move and the A15 - and there are some features that make the Move a potentially better choice.
For instance, the Sonos Move comes with an IP67 dust and water resistance, making it far more robust than the A15. It also comes with Alexa and Google Assistant support, which means the Move can double up as a smart speaker and be used to control your other smart home devices.
Saying that, we;d recommend looking at the Sonos Roam if you don't need the huge sound afforded by the Move. This cheaper, smaller Bluetooth speaker comes with lots of nifty features, such as the ability to 'swap' audio to other Sonos speakers, and automatic switching between Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.
Gamescom 2022: everything we know so far
Gamescom is back in all its glory, with Gamescom 2022 shaping up to be one of the most significant events on the gaming calendar.
Unlike last year, Gamescom 2022 will take place as both a digital and in-person event (though that was also the plan in 2021), with the physical part taking place in Cologne, Germany once again and the whole event being streamed online across the globe for everyone to enjoy.
If you want to prepare for this year’s show, we’ve gathered all of the information we know about this year's Gamescom so far, including when and where it's happening and which exhibitors might attend. Read on for everything you need to know about Gamescom 2022.
Gamescom 2022: cut to the chase
Gamescom is the world’s largest video game event (in terms of attendee numbers), and it takes place annually (usually in August). In 2019, the show saw 373,000 visitors, with hundreds of exhibitors showcasing their latest gaming, esports, and tech projects.
Gamescom takes place in Cologne, Germany, with gaming fans flocking from all over the globe to try new games before their release and engage with community activities, like cosplay contests and esports competitions. It’s also a meeting point for the games industry’s retail, trade, and media representatives.
Usually, the industry’s most prominent publishers are involved, and we often see a lot of gaming news revealed during the show, whether that be new game reveals, release date announcements, or trailer drops.
Every year, Gamescom takes place at the Koelnmesse exhibition center in Cologne, Germany. However, Gamescom 2021 had no physical presence due to the coronavirus pandemic and took place entirely online.
This year, Gamescom is back in all its glory, with Gamescom 2022 taking place both digitally and also in-person on-site in Cologne across three days, from August 24 to August 28, 2022. Typically we see Devcom precede Gamescom, with the developer conference starting with content focus days a few days before its business focus days begin.
Tickets, for those wanting to attend in person, will go on sale in "early summer".
Gamescom has had its own gaming news conference called Opening Night Live , which takes place during the event’s opening night. Producer and host Geoff Keighley has confirmed Opening Night Live is returning again for Gamescom 2022 (with Keighley hosting once again) with this year's showcase taking place on August 23, the day before the event officially kicks off.
While the exact details of this year's opening Opening Night Live haven't been shared, the show will no doubt introduce us to the most significant chunks of gaming news that this year’s Gamescom has to offer. It’d be wise to expect trailers, release date announcements, interviews, and maybe some new game reveals during the evening showcase.
The attendees for Gamescom 2022 haven't been confirmed yet but, based on previous attendance, we can make an educated prediction on who might (and probably won't) attend Gamescom 2022.
One of the biggest conferences of the show will likely be the Xbox/Bethesda showcase. Microsoft tends to exhibit at Gamescom each year and Gamescom 2021 saw Xbox and Bethesda partaking in a joint presentation where it showcased both first and third-party titles. We think Microsoft's attendance at Gamescom 2022 is a safe bet.
Unfortunately, Xbox could be the only attendee of the big three this year, if last year is anything to go by. Both Sony PlayStation and Nintendo tend to keep their big announcements for their own showcases ( State of Play and Nintendo Direct respectively) but that doesn't mean we won't see PlayStation or Nintendo games making an appearance at Opening Night Live.
Based on last year, it's likely we'll also see appearances from EA, Ubisoft, Bandai Namco, Activision, SEGA, Team17, Koch Media, Konami, and more at Gamescom 2022.
We will update this section as soon as publishers and developers begin confirming their attendance.
Gamescom 2021 Opening Night Live did a great job of introducing us to a slew of new trailers for some of the most anticipated games coming soon, as well as some surprise announcements we're very much looking forward to. Host Geoff Keighley put a big emphasis on "holiday" releases, and he wasn't wrong. We received release dates for games coming out around the November/December time period including Halo Infinite, as well as a slew of titles slated for early 2022.
Opening Night Live gave us a CG reveal trailer for the Saints Row reboot , a new gameplay trailer for Lego Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga and DokeV , a preview trailer for Death Stranding: Director’s Cut, a demo for Call of Duty: Vanguard , a release date for Halo Infinite and the announcement of the Marvel Midnight Suns tactical RPG.
The Xbox/Bethesda showcase was a bit less exciting, devoid of any updates on anticipated titles like Halo Infinite, Elder Scrolls 6 , and Fable . While the Xbox showcase had its thunder largely stolen by Opening Night Live, it still had its highlights, including Dying Light 2 footage, deep dive on a rather peculiar Age of Empires 4 mode, and gameplay footage for Forza Horizon 5 .
Other highlights from Gamescom 2021's conferences included a world premiere trailer for Warhammer 40,000: Chaos Gate - Daemonhunters, world-exclusive gameplay for Life is Strange: True Colors, and the debut of Jurassic World Aftermath Part 2 for Oculus Quest 2 .
Make sure to check out our Gamescom 2021: the best games of the show guide for all the biggest announcements from last year's show.