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I tested this budget, subscription-free fitness tracker and it actually offers Whoop some serious competition – especially in terms of value
We tested the Amazfit Helio Strap in the wild, and found it every inch the Whoop competitor at a very reasonable price.
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Mercy review: more punishment than any AI-generated court could come up with
AI is taking over the world, but what if it swallowed the entire legal system too? Chris Pratt finds out in Mercy, but watching this film is more punishment than any generated court could dole out.
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ReviewHP Pavilion x360 14 review: a well-made 2-in-1 laptop with enough all-round performance for everyday tasks
The HP Pavilion x360 14 is a compact convertible laptop with a respectable spec – but how well does it hold up?
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The Beauty review: prepare to be disappointed but not surprised by Ryan Murphy
Where do I even start with reviewing The Beauty? It's the bargain bin version we knew we didn't need, with absolutely nothing original to say.
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Huawei FreeClip 2 review: good-looking clip-style open earbuds let down by design and sound woes
The Huawei FreeClip 2 are let down by design and sound woes, with some feature issues too. It's a shame because there are some strengths.
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HP Pavilion Laptop 16 review
The HP Pavilion 16 is impressively thin for a large laptop – but does it offer anything more besides?
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Polar Loop review: The screen-free fitness tracker is good on heart rate, but a software let-down
We tested the Polar Loop, the subscription-free Whoop alternative.
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This brick of a phone includes a projector, a camping light, and a 17,600mAh battery
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This outstanding deal at Visible Wireless gets you an unlimited plan for as little as $19 per month for over two years
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I think the time is right for small phones to make a comeback
Readers told me that they still like small phones, and I think now's the time for compact phones to make a return.
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Apple's smarter Siri might arrive with iOS 26.4
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Best Buy has slashed $100 off the Asus ROG Xbox Ally 3 — and get three-months free Xbox Game Pass Premium
The ASUS ROG Ally hits near record-low price, making it a better proposition compared to the Steam Deck
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I can’t decide if I should love or fear this Meta Quest 3 update
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Presidents' Day laptop sales 2026: today's best early deals from Dell, Best Buy, and others, plus what to expect
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Windows 11's Notepad gets new features — just as it's clobbered by new bug
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NYT Strands hints and answers for Friday, January 23 (game #691)
Looking for NYT Strands answers and hints? Here's all you need to know to solve today's game, including the spangram.
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Windows 11's new year goes from bad to worse as two bugs are crashing apps
Windows 11 is becoming a crash-happy nightmare as two new bugs are now frustrating users.
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Have your say: do you actually use Apple Intelligence?
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The 5 biggest rumored iOS 27 upgrades coming to your iPhone
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I think the time is right for small phones to make a comeback
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Apple's smarter Siri might arrive with iOS 26.4
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BreakingPrime Video unveils official release date and trailer for Invincible season 4
Amazon has released the official trailer for Invincible season 4 – and confirmed when it'll make its Prime Video debut.
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There are two huge upgrades coming to YouTube TV, but this subscription tier change is the biggest
YouTube TV is scrapping its Basic Plan for over 10 new specialized subscription tiers, as well as a big upgrade for multiview streaming.
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Surprise Apple TV movie joins Sinners on 2026 Best Picture Oscars shortlist
The 2026 Oscar nominees list has been revealed — and Sinners' record-breaking haul isn't the biggest talking point for me.
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ExclusiveChris Pratt thinks AI could create 'a lot more movies' after new movie Mercy
As new AI sci-fi thriller Mercy hits theaters this week, Chris Pratt is one of the few Hollywood figures not scared of the 'harsh reality' of technology.
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Prime Video unveils ominous first images of new villains for Invincible season 4
The first images for Invincible season 4 have revealed the new villains we'll meet in the Amazon TV Original.
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If there's one TV I recommend watching the Super Bowl on, it's LG's 65-inch C5 OLED TV — $1,300 off at Best Buy
Just in time for the upcoming Super Bowl, LG's stunning 65-inch C5 OLED, our best-rated TV, is on sale for a massive $1,300 discount at Best Buy.
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LG has shown a cheaper and brighter OLED TV panel that's coming this year
Brighter, more affordable OLEDs are coming to entry-level TVs in 2026
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Hidden Roku feature can get you a free HDMI extender – you just have to ask
Roku streaming stick users can claim a free HDMI extender. Here's how.
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The RetroBox is a new TV/VCR combo with a classic design and modern tech
Who needs 4K when you can watch a grainy old VHS instead?
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The five-star Samsung S90F is 'a true 2025 TV hero,' and right now it's the ultimate Super Bowl TV deal thanks to a record-low price cut
The S90F is an excellent OLED TV offering a compelling mix of picture quality, gaming specs, and value - especially with this record-low price at Samsung.
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Why is most 4K TV audio so so bad — and what can you do about it?
4K TV sound is awful and I'm tired of TV manufacturers assuming it's OK because we'll buy a soundbar.
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Hot dealsThe cheapest OLED TV deals and sales in January 2026
Your guide to the best OLED TV deals with incredible sales from brands like Sony, LG, and more.
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Sony updates a cult-favorite cheap Bluetooth turntable with two new models
Sony's finally updated its fan-favorite PS-LX310BT deck – but the budget-friendly pricing hasn't carried over
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This Hi-Res Audio DAC smartly uses MagSafe to attach to your phone
No need to dangle a dongle for this audio upgrade: it attaches magnetically
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The best noise cancelling headphones 2026, all TechRadar tested
We've tested and selected the best noise cancelling headphones to keep the world out and your music in.
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As Spotify deals with 'Slopify' AI outrage, rival Qobuz is winning
AI slop is the scourge of music streaming sites, but French platform Qobuz does things differently – and it's being rewarded with huge growth.
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Sony launches LinkBuds Clip open earbuds, and I've tried them out
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Huawei FreeClip 2 review: good-looking clip-style open earbuds let down by design and sound woes
The Huawei FreeClip 2 are let down by design and sound woes, with some feature issues too. It's a shame because there are some strengths.
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Why is most 4K TV audio so so bad — and what can you do about it?
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My Garmin kept accidentally calling people in the shower — here's the simple fix
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I tested this budget, subscription-free fitness tracker and it actually offers Whoop some serious competition – especially in terms of value
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Sony launches LinkBuds Clip open earbuds, and I've tried them out
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UpdatedThe best waterproof cameras, following rigorous real-world testing
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UpdatedThe best instant cameras, based on real-world testing
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We rate the GoPro Hero 13 Black as 'the best action camera for most people' — and right now it has a superb deal at Adorama
Adorama has the excellent GoPro Hero 13 Black at the same price we saw on Black Friday, but this deal is due to end in just a few days.
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World's largest camera store reveals its best-selling cameras and lenses for 2025 — here are the winners
Yodobashi Camera, Japan's largest camera store, has revealed its best-selling cameras and lenses for 2025, and the 20 product-strong shortlists show some surprising trends.
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IKEA lighting trends for 2026: give your home a lift with lamps and smart lights from just $3
Bold and beautiful lighting to give your space the ultimate glow-up.
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Lawnbots are going places in 2026 — these are the 3 big trends to look for
Robot lawn mowers are getting a whole lot more capable — this looks like the year they'll finally go truly mainstream.
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Two of Nespresso's most popular limited-edition flavors are coming back
Two popular limited-edition Nespresso flavors are returning for 2026
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'Pin-sharp 4K footage' – the 3 best security cameras to protect your home, recommended by a smart home tech editor
Monitor your property with pin-sharp footage, great battery life, and even AI-powered facial recognition.
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The best noise cancelling headphones 2026, all TechRadar tested
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UpdatedThe best Wi-Fi routers 2026
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Best earbuds: top buys, all TechRadar-tested and recommended
My carefully considered pick of the best earbuds in the business – including one or two new models you might not be familiar with.
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UpdatedThe best bone conduction headphones 2025: Stay aware on the road, in the pool and the office
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Best Buy has slashed $100 off the Asus ROG Xbox Ally 3 — and get three-months free Xbox Game Pass Premium
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Presidents' Day laptop sales 2026: today's best early deals from Dell, Best Buy, and others, plus what to expect
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This outstanding deal at Visible Wireless gets you an unlimited plan for as little as $19 per month for over two years
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A massive Microsoft Surface sale is underway at Amazon and Best Buy — score 'the best Surface ever' for its lowest-ever price
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I can’t decide if I should love or fear this Meta Quest 3 update
Your Meta Quest 3 is getting a big Horizon-related change in update v85.
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Windows 11's Notepad gets new features — just as it's clobbered by new bug
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Windows 11's Xbox app is now out for Arm PCs
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The console the big three won't build: Chinese modder creates 3-in-1 powerhouse
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Secretlab just unveiled a new Pokémon collection with materials intended to 'emulate the softness' of Pikachu
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NYT Connections hints and answers for Friday, January 23 (game #957)
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UK government targets VPNs in online safety consultation as Lords vote for ban
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"Exactly the opposite of what AI and mission-critical workloads require": Dell VP says recycling enterprise SSDs to save costs could result in catastrophic data loss
Dell warns reusing worn enterprise SSDs because of flash shortages increases failure risks for AI and mission-critical storage environments.
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Samsung's biggest memory rival has a clever plan to make SSDs bigger (but not cheaper) — split-cell 5-bit flash sounds like RAID-0 on hard drives, but for SSD
SK Hynix introduces split-cell 5-bit NAND flash that increases SSD capacity, improves speed, and extends endurance without increasing costs.
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Watch out - this devious new Android malware clicks on hidden browser ads to put you at risk
Malware uses AI to mimic authentic human behavior and trick traditional defenses.
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Jeff Bezos and Blue Origin want to help provide high-speed satellite internet across the globe
Blue Origin will offer a LEO/MEO satellite internet network for enterprises and governments, but not consumers.
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