Foreign Movie Challenge

S16 E01 • Friday, Aug 19, 2011 • Aug 19 • 1h

This week on The Gadget Show we kicked off the series with Ortis and Pollyanna heading off to Morroco to make a movie using consumer video tech, Jon jetted off to Italy to test the latest folding bikes and Suzi was putting a smile on the faces of some gadget volunteers to find the Top 5 Toothbrushes.

Episode 2

S16 E02 • Friday, Aug 26, 2011 • Aug 26 • 1h

Pollyanna checks out a powered exoskeleton, and Suzi sweeps up the best mini vacuums on the market.

Episode 3

S16 E03 • Friday, Sep 2, 2011 • Sep 2 • 1h

The gang shop for the best gadget that you can buy for £100 and road test the latest 3D camcorders.

Episode 4

S16 E04 • Friday, Sep 9, 2011 • Sep 9 • 1h

Jon takes a crash course in surfing and hits the waves to test the latest wetsuits. Meanwhile, Ortis goes on the hunt for the most effective shredders on the market.

Episode 5

S16 E05 • Friday, Sep 16, 2011 • Sep 16 • 1h

This episode looks at gadget experience days, 3DTVs, gadget toasters and whether expensive cables give you value for money.

Episode 6

S16 E06 • Friday, Sep 23, 2011 • Sep 23 • 1h

Suzi and Ortis try to give the paperback a 21st-century makeover as they create their own interactive e-books. Pollyanna takes a look at the different latest waterproof cameras available. Jon attempts to find the country's best and fastest broadband deals.

Episode 7

S16 E07 • Monday, Sep 26, 2011 • Sep 26 • 1h

Pollyanna and Ortis try out some of the latest kitchen gadgets and later set up rival stalls at a music festival to sell what they have created. Jason finds out the best ways to get internet throughout your home. Suzi names her top camera accessories.

Episode 8

S16 E08 • Monday, Oct 3, 2011 • Oct 3 • 1h

Ortis and Pollyanna end up getting their hands dirty after they are given the task of becoming car valets for the day. Jon, Jason and Pollyanna attempt to get their heads around the latest wireless headphones. Suzi takes a look at some of the best tablet apps available.

Episode 9

S16 E09 • Monday, Oct 10, 2011 • Oct 10 • 1h

Ortis tries once again to race the world's fastest pedal bike. Jon steps inside one of the show's famous power tool drag racers. Suzi looks back to the show's early days.

Episode 10

S16 E10 • Monday, Oct 17, 2011 • Oct 17 • 1h

The presenters take part in a Surprise Special in which they have no clue what challenges they will be doing.

Episode 11

S16 E11 • Monday, Oct 24, 2011 • Oct 24 • 1h

Jason and Suzi attempt to take gaming on to next level. Ortis looks for the five toughest USB sticks available on the market.

Episode 12

S16 E12 • Monday, Oct 31, 2011 • Oct 31 • 1h

Ortis and Suzi become creative as they create their own gadget bags. Jon is helped by a sound designer to test out some soundbar speakers.

Episode 13

S16 E13 • Monday, Nov 7, 2011 • Nov 7 • 1h

Jason, Ortis and Jon take part in three of the most ambitious tests the show has ever tried. Jon takes a look at the latest fitness console games with the assistance of Matt Willis. Pollyanna travels to America to find out more about the most exciting hovercraft the show has ever seen. Suzi shares the websites she thinks that everyone should be taking a look at.

Epsiode 14

S16 E14 • Monday, Nov 14, 2011 • Nov 14 • 1h

Jason, Jon and Pollyanna compete in Britcar 24 but while the other cars are racing round Silverstone, the presenters will be driving on a race simulator re-creating the track. Ortis takes a look at the latest hi-tech microwaves. Suzi explains how to create a photo book.

Episode 15

S16 E15 • Monday, Nov 21, 2011 • Nov 21 • 1h

The presenters take part in a is a budget special, where they have to go to extraordinary lengths to find the best technology for the lowest price.

Epsiode 16

S16 E16 • Monday, Nov 28, 2011 • Nov 28 • 1h

Polly and Ortis find themselves being challenged to use different gadgets and technology to learn a new skill. Jon takes a close look at consumer rights. Jason takes a look at the latest and best in-ear headphones.

Episode 17

S16 E17 • Monday, Dec 5, 2011 • Dec 5 • 1h

The presenters reveal which Christmas presents should be at the top of your list this year. Polly and Suzi get the help of The Soldiers, whilst Ortis and Jason get help from the cheerleaders Cheer Force Ten as they compete to find the best gadgets.

Episode 18

S16 E18 • Monday, Dec 12, 2011 • Dec 12 • 1h

Episode 19

S16 E19 • Monday, Dec 19, 2011 • Dec 19 • 1h

In this special winter edition of the show Jon and Polly hit the slopes. Suzi is snuggling up indoors. Jason does a bit of Christmas shopping.

Christmas Eve Special

S16 E20 • Saturday, Dec 24, 2011 • Dec 24 • 1h

The presenters look into the future of tech, including 4G, the Kindle Fire, Windows 8 and a new military helmet that enables fighter pilots to lock onto targets by looking at them.