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Edifier M90 review: good jack-of-all-trade bookshelf speakers -
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Rivals season 2 review: less sex, more stress in Hulu and Disney+ show's return -
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NYT Wordle today — answer and my hints for game #1788, Tuesday, May 122517 Comments
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Anthropic blames sci-fi for bad AI behaviorAnthropic has ignited debate after suggesting science fiction stories about rogue AI may unintentionally shape how modern AI systems behave under pressure.
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I challenged ChatGPT and Gemini to help me make my favorite foodGemini or ChatGPT can help you make your favorite food, as long as you give it the right kind of prompt.
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AI is becoming something much more personalOpenAI’s new Trusted Contact feature suggests ChatGPT is evolving from a chatbot into emotional infrastructure.
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TikTok scales back its AI summaries after they create 'garbage' captionsTikTok says it's pulling back a limited test of AI summary captions, after the feature kept making major mistakes.
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39% of new podcasts are generated by AI — but I won't be listeningWhat makes podcasts special are the human hosts, and producing AI content takes that away.
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macOS 26.5 has fixed the Mac mini’s most irritating problem
macOS 26.5 allows users to power on their Mac mini without touching the device.
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iOS 26.5 brings cross-platform encrypted RCS messaging, but there’s catchEnd-to-end encryption is coming to RCS messages, Apple and Google have announced.
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Forget the Air, the MacBook Pro 14 is $300 off right now
The latest MacBook Pro 14 has several record-low price cuts this week — enough to tempt you into upgrading from the Air.
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Apple is allegedly shelving plans to add Touch ID to Apple WatchesApple is allegedly shelving plans to add Touch ID to Apple Watches — instead, they're focusing on something much more important, according to leaks
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Liquid Glass is getting a macOS 27 overhaul to fix its worst problemsApple aims to fix its Liquid Glass design in macOS 27, a new report claims.
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ExclusiveDutton Ranch and Marshals: A Yellowstone Story could have future crossover, says starAs Dutton Ranch debuts on Paramount+ on May 15, Marshals enters its final few weeks. According to one Yellowstone star, a Beth and Kayce Dutton crossover isn't out of the question.
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The Punisher: One Last Kill director on if Frank Castle will ever star in his own Marvel movieFrank Castle's MCU future will be decided by how much audience demand there is for his return, Reinaldo Marcus Green says.
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A24's Backrooms horror movie has some creepy real-life marketingBackrooms fans have spotted some creepy new marketing for the anticipated new A24 horror movie.
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How to watch every Yellowstone TV show in order from 1883 to Dutton RanchWith Dutton Ranch and Marshals now on screens, here's how to watch all Yellowstone-related shows in the correct order.
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Rivals season 2 episodes 1-3 release date and time on Hulu and Disney+Is Tony Baddingham dead? Can Freddie and Lizzie actually ever be together? And when do Rivals season 2 episodes 1-3 drop on Hulu and Disney+?
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Dua Lipa sues Samsung for $15 million over alleged unauthorized image use on packagingSinger Dua Lipa claims Samsung used her image for its TV boxes without her consent, and is suing the consumer tech giant for $15 million.
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This Hisense TV is my affordable TV pick for the World CupA mini-LED TV can provide a real upgrade to your World Cup, and thankfully, one of my top picks is on an awesome deal right now.
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Samsung has a massive TV sale ahead of Memorial Day — up to $1,500 off top-rated 4K, QLED, and OLED TVsSamsung is clearing out its TVs ahead of Memorial Day with a massive sale and record-low prices on top-rated 4K, QLED, and OLED TVs.
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LG C6 vs LG G5: which is the better value OLED?With the LG C6's launch imminent, is it better value than last year's flagship G5? I tested the two side-by-side to find out
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Here are my top 4 Dolby Atmos soundbars to level up your World Cup viewingComplete your World Cup experience with an audio upgrade with a new soundbar: here are my four current picks.
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TCL QM8L review: stunningly bright with amazing color range
The TCL QM8L Series is an impressive TV in person with Google Gemini-powered hands-free control and a bright screen. Cinephiles might take issue with its less-than-accurate colors.
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Google TV will now push vertical YouTube Shorts right on your homescreenBecause there's nothing better than Tik-Tok-style vertical video on a widescreen landscape TV…
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Spotify Launches 'Spotify 20' Personalized Listening History ExperienceYour Party of the Year(s) is Spotify's latest experience that takes you on a nostalgic trip back in time over your music history.
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Sony's new headphones leak again in very official-looking and clear rendersWe've been reporting on Sony's The Collexion headphones, and this is the clearest look at them so far.
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Apple quietly released the all-new AirPods Max 2 last month — and you can already score a rare $40 discount at AmazonThe all-new AirPods Max 2 were just released last month, and Amazon already has an impressive $40 discount on the luxurious over-ear headphones.
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This sleek, retro portable CD player is full of audiophile credentialsThe Shanling EC Play offers a retro design and a range of connectivity tools, to make it useful for on-the-go listening as well as in your home hi-fi setup
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Edifier M90 review: good jack-of-all-trade bookshelf speakersThe Edifier M90 is a jack-of-all-trades desktop and monitor speaker that connects in loads of ways.
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39% of new podcasts are generated by AI — but I won't be listening
What makes podcasts special are the human hosts, and producing AI content takes that away.
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iFi GO Link 2 review: this little DAC delivers an enormous audio upgrade at a great price
iFi's tiny DAC is smaller and lighter than the first generation and delivers an excellent audio upgrade to phones in particular
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The RingConn Gen 3 smart ring boasts a feature that even the Oura Ring 4 and the Samsung Galaxy Ring don't haveThe RingConn Gen3 is now available to pre-order, and it's looking like a good subscription-free alternative to Oura — even plugging some gaps in its feature set.
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Garmin reveals its Garmin Forerunner 70 and Garmin Forerunner 170 'easy-to-use' running watchesGarmin is upgrading its most affordable running watches — after Sebastian Sawe used a Forerunner 55 to make running history.
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Apple is allegedly shelving plans to add Touch ID to Apple Watches
Apple is allegedly shelving plans to add Touch ID to Apple Watches — instead, they're focusing on something much more important, according to leaks
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The DJI Mini 3 is 'an entry-level DJI drone with a strong set of video features' — it's now back to a record-low price on AmazonFly more for less – this DJI Mini 3 bundle has been slashed to its lowest-ever price of $499 at Amazon.
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Buying guideI've reviewed camera bags for 15 years – here are my current favoritesThe best camera bags and backpacks for photography, based on in-depth testing.
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US government will allow DJI drone updates until 2029 — ban appeal underwayThe US government’s DJI drone ban still makes no sense — but there’s 3 pieces of good news for fans in this messy situation.
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More Insta360 Luna Ultra images leak — revealing a clever new featureIt looks as though the upcoming vlogging camera from Insta360 will offer a detachable remote control unit.
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18 budget-friendly IKEA buys to create your dream outdoor kitchenImpress your friends and family this summer with a stylish outdoor kitchen that looks far more expensive than it was.
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I'm looking forward to using Philips Hue Sports Live during the World CupSignify is giving its Philips Hue smart lights a special Sports Live feature for the duration of the World Cup 2026.
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21 storage ideas from IKEA to make your home office feel more spaciousMake the most of your office with clever solutions like add-on shelving for your desk, hidden cable tidies, smart drawer units, and multi-function pegboards.
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UpdatedThe best vacuum cleaners you can buy right nowNo matter your budget or cleaning needs, one of these will be the perfect vacuum for you.
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Buying guideI've reviewed camera bags for 15 years – here are my current favorites -
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Forget the Air, the MacBook Pro 14 is $300 off right now
The latest MacBook Pro 14 has several record-low price cuts this week — enough to tempt you into upgrading from the Air.
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This Hisense TV is my affordable TV pick for the World Cup
A mini-LED TV can provide a real upgrade to your World Cup, and thankfully, one of my top picks is on an awesome deal right now.
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You can score the Google Fitbit Air for free when you trade in your old wearable at the Google StoreThe Google Store is running a promotion that gives you the chance to get the new Fitbit Air for free when you trade in your current smartwatch or fitness tracker.
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Best Memorial Day sales 2026 — what early offers are live and what deals to expectYour 2026 Memorial Day sales guide is filled with today's best early deals, plus everything you need to know, such as when offers start and what discounts to expect.
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Apple quietly released the all-new AirPods Max 2 last month — and you can already score a rare $40 discount at Amazon
The all-new AirPods Max 2 were just released last month, and Amazon already has an impressive $40 discount on the luxurious over-ear headphones.
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The DJI Mini 3 is 'an entry-level DJI drone with a strong set of video features' — it's now back to a record-low price on Amazon
Fly more for less – this DJI Mini 3 bundle has been slashed to its lowest-ever price of $499 at Amazon.
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Flash sale alert! Secure 20% off 3ds Max, Maya, and more for a limited time
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Microsoft has improved PowerToys and I'm very impressed with the new toolsPower Display is a smart add-on that's arrived in the PowerToys suite of utilities, accompanied by another equally useful tool.
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Windows 11 updates may be slower in the future — but it's for a good reasonSome Windows 11 updates might be slower in the future — but it's for a good reason.
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Rumored CPU trick could make Windows 11's menus and apps load much fasterWant Windows 11's menus and apps to just work faster? Microsoft could be moving a key piece of the puzzle into place.
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Battlefield 6 developer reveals how player feedback shaped the addition of a massive fan favorite map in Season 3 — 'The worst error we can make as a dev is to drink our own Kool-Aid'We spoke to a Battlefield 6 developer about Season 3's new massive map ahead of its launch today.
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Forza Horizon 6 leak isn't a pre-load bug, but bans are coming for pirates
Playground Games has officially warned players to avoid the Forza Horizon 6 leak, or face a literal lifetime consequence.
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I played my favorite game of all time on the PS Portal — here are 3 things I loved about the experience, and 3 things that could've been betterAfter finally getting my hands on the PS Portal, I decided to re-play my favorite game of all time — here's what I liked about using Sony's handheld device, and what could be improved.
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Best PS5 games: the 30 top PlayStation 5 titles to play in 2026If you're looking for the best PS5 games right now, you can't go wrong with these essential picks. Here's the 30 top titles available on the platform.
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UpdatedThe best free VPN in 2026
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From essential security tools to restricted circumvention software: The EU signals that VPNs are the next target following the release of its age verification app21 Comments -
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‘Google is not collaborative and not in the spirit of complying with this regulation’ – can the EU Commission strong-arm Google into levelling the playing field of the search engine market, and is this really in the interest of your privacy?2 Comments -
How much is your digital identity worth? NordVPN's new tool reveals the true price of identity theft
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Hackers used AI to discover and weaponize a zero-day for the first timeThreat actors were spotted by GTIG using AI to find a zero-day vulnerability that could have been used in a mass exploitation attack.
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'You deserved more': Instructure CEO apologizes following Canvas hack, admits company paid hackers to get stolen data backInstructure CEO confirmed the company paid ShinyHunters to delete the stolen files.
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LinkedIn wants to help your SMB grow by helping you share your story — and even offer advice to other start-upsNew data shows that entrepreneurship is becoming more accessible – LinkedIn wants to help give SMBs a fighting chance.
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White House National Economic Council Director says AI isn’t causing job cutsWhite House National Economic Council Director says AI isn’t causing job cuts - despite widespread evidence to the contrary.
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