(Pocket-lint) - The annual EE Pocket-lint Awards are here and this year will be an all-new virtual affair - as is in keeping with 2020.
It is taking place on Tuesday 3 November 2020 at 3pm GMT and you can watch it all unfold right here.
You don't need to dress up smart, but do get the bubbly ready as it promises to be a fun event.
Here are all the details you need to enjoy the EE Pocket-lint Awards 2020.
When are the EE Pocket-lint Awards 2020?
The awards presentation will start at 3pm GMT on Tuesday 3 November 2020. Here are the times for other regions:
- US west coast: 7am PDT
- US east coast: 10am EDT
- UK: 3pm BST
- Central Europe: 4pm CEST
- India: 8.30pm IST
- China: 11pm CST
- Australia: 2am AEST (4 November)
How to watch the EE Pocket-lint Awards 2020
You can watch the awards show via the video at the top of this page.
Alternatively, you can watch it on the Pocket-lint channel on YouTube. While you do not have to subscribe to our channel or like the video, we would love it if you do.
What are the EE Pocket-lint Awards 2020?
The EE Pocket-lint Awards is our annual event that looks to reward devices that are best in class. Over the years, these awards have honoured products across a range of categories from companies such as Apple, Samsung, Tesla, Huawei, and many more.
There are 18 individual categories in total, including Best Game, Best Camera, Best Flagship Phone, Best Smartwatch, Best TV, and more. We will also award an overall Product of the Year and the EE Superfast Award for a product, service, or entity that pushes our gadgets to be faster.
Each category has been voted on by our readers, select industry judges and the Pocket-lint team.
What products are nominated for the EE Pocket-lint Awards 2020?
The nominations are:
BEST GAME
The best game available on console, PC or mobile.
- Animal Crossing: New Horizons
- Ghost of Tsushima
- Half Life: Alyx
- Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening
- The Last of Us Part II
- The Outer Worlds
BEST CAMERA
The best camera from the world of compact, mirrorless, and DSLR.
BEST SPEAKER
The best-sounding at-home or on-the-go audio devices.
- Amazon Echo (3rd Gen)
- Bang & Olufsen Beosound A1 2nd Gen
- Bose Portable Home Speaker
- Denon Home 350
- Google Nest Audio
- Marshall Emberton
BEST SOUNDBAR
The best kit dedicated to improving your TV's audio experience.
- Bang & Olufsen Beosound Stage
- Harman Kardon Citation Multibeam 700
- LG SN11RG
- Panasonic SC-HTB900
- Samsung HW-Q950T
- Sonos Arc
BEST FLAGSHIP PHONE
The leading smartphones on the market.
- Apple iPhone 12 Pro
- Google Pixel 5
- OnePlus 8 Pro
- Oppo Find X2 Pro
- Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2
- Samsung Galaxy S20 Fan Edition
BEST PHONE (£250 - £500)
The greatest handsets for a cut of the cash.
BEST TABLET / 2-IN-1
Our top tablet and 2-in-1 device of the year.
- Amazon Fire HD 8 Plus
- Apple iPad (8th Gen, 2020)
- Apple iPad Pro 12.9in (2020)
- Microsoft Surface Go 2
- Microsoft Surface Pro 7
- Samsung Galaxy Tab S7+
BEST LAPTOP
Keeping it mobile, keeping it smart.
- Dell XPS 13
- Google Pixelbook Go
- HP Spectre x360
- Huawei MateBook X
- Lenovo Yoga S740 S
- Microsoft Surface Laptop 3
BEST GAMING LAPTOP
The top laptops for playing games.
- Acer Nitro 5
- Acer Predator Triton 500
- Asus ROG Zephyrus G14
- Gigabyte Aorus 15G
- MSI GE65 Raider
- Razer Blade 15 Advanced
BEST STREAMING DEVICE
The devices to deliver the best streaming services.
BEST HEADPHONES
The best for immersing you in sound when on the go.
- B&O Beoplay H9 3rd Gen
- Bowers & Wilkins PX7
- Microsoft Surface Headphones 2
- Philips Fidelio X3
- Sennheiser PXC 550-ii
- Sony WH-1000XM4
BEST IN-EAR HEADPHONES
Whether sporty, true wireless, or neckband.
- Apple AirPods Pro
- Beats Powerbeats
- Bose QuietComfort Earbuds
- Jabra Elite Active 75t
- Master & Dynamic MW07 Plus
- Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 2
BEST TV
The leading televisions on the market.
BEST SMART HOME DEVICE
Personal assistants, robot vacuums, and more.
- Amazon Echo Dot with Clock
- Amazon Echo Show 8
- Netatmo Smart Outdoor Camera with Siren
- Philips Hue
- Ring Doorbell 3 Plus
- Roborock S6 MaxV
BEST GAMING / VR DEVICE
Our pick of the best consoles and VR headsets.
BEST FITNESS TRACKER
Rewarding devices for active people.
- Fitbit Charge 4
- Garmin Fenix 6 Pro Solar
- Garmin Forerunner 945
- Garmin Vivoactive 4
- Polar Grit X
- Withings ScanWatch
BEST SMARTWATCH
When style and features beyond fitness tracking are key.
- Apple Watch SE
- Fossil Gen 5 Garrett HR
- Garmin Venu
- Huawei Watch GT 2e
- Samsung Galaxy Watch 3
- Tag Heuer Connected 2020
BEST CAR
Showcasing the best electric and future technology on the road.
PRODUCT OF THE YEAR & EE SUPERFAST AWARD
The Product of the Year and EE Superfast Award are unique awards decided on by the judges and announced for the first time during the presentation.