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Boya Magic review: an impressive shapeshifting mic
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Hisense 116UX review: a step forward for TV, but at a price that's too high for most people
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Apple Watch Ultra 3 review: A Garmin-rivaling powerhouse for adventurers, and a lovely daily driver
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Garmin MARQ Golfer (Gen 2) review: the one golf watch to rule them all
The Garmin MARQ Golfer (Gen 2) is one of my favorite bits of tech I’ve ever tested, and it excels in every single way on and off the course.
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Edifier ES20 review: a palm-sized masterclass in Bluetooth speakers
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JBL Charge 6 review: a beefier Bluetooth speaker that's excellent value
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The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra looks set to get two major new privacy features
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and potentially other Samsung phones could gain 'Privacy Display' and 'Privacy Protection' tools.
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The iPhone 17 series is reportedly selling well – but one model is lagging behind
Morgan Stanley reports higher demand than expected for most iPhone 17 models, but demand for the iPhone Air is weaker.
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The best Apple iPhone 16 deals for October 2025: free devices, cheap plans, and more
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The best Apple iPhone 17 deals for October 2025: free devices, cheap plans, accessories, and more
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T-Mobile boosts its Starlink satellite service with support for more apps and phones, but quietly loses a Google Photos perk
T-Mobile’s Starlink service now works with more apps, but the company has ended an exclusive Google One perk.
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Samsung Galaxy S25 gets surprise record-low deal at Amazon ahead of next week's Prime Day mega-sale
The Samsung Galaxy S25 was already great value, but this surprise deal at Amazon makes it an even better buy.
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I spend hours drawing on my 24-inch XPPen display every week – here’s why you should hope for a discount this Prime Day
Here’s why you should hope for a discount on this cheap Wacom alternative on Prime Day.
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Apple’s future AR glasses could have a neat trick to improve your vision on the fly
Apple’s future augmented reality glasses could feature adaptable lenses that aid your vision by changing their shape in real-time
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Quordle hints and answers for Saturday, October 4 (game #1349)
Looking for Quordle clues? We can help. Plus get the answers to Quordle today and past solutions.
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NYT Strands hints and answers for Saturday, October 4 (game #580)
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"Gravely disappointed" – UK hit Apple with encryption backdoor order, again
After announcing a U-turn on the previous encryption backdoor order, the UK hit Apple again with a similar demand. This time, British users' data are the sole target.
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Will Microsoft never learn? Leaked OneDrive app sparks fears of more pointless bloat in Windows 11
Microsoft could have a plan to push OneDrive more in Windows 11 – but a new leaked app is causing some confusion.
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NYT Wordle today — answer and my hints for game #1567, Friday, October 3
Looking for Wordle hints? I can help. Plus get the answers to Wordle today and yesterday.
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Apple’s future AR glasses could have a neat trick to improve your vision on the fly
Apple’s future augmented reality glasses could feature adaptable lenses that aid your vision by changing their shape in real-time
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"Gravely disappointed" – UK hit Apple with encryption backdoor order, again
After announcing a U-turn on the previous encryption backdoor order, the UK hit Apple again with a similar demand. This time, British users' data are the sole target.
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The iPhone 17 series is reportedly selling well – but one model is lagging behind
Morgan Stanley reports higher demand than expected for most iPhone 17 models, but demand for the iPhone Air is weaker.
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Apple has reportedly abandoned the Vision Pro 2 to make smart glasses, but I'm worried they'll repeat the same mistakes
Apple smart glasses could be the best gadget of 2027, or the most disappointing – there’s no inbetween.
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The best Apple iPhone 16 deals for October 2025: free devices, cheap plans, and more
Looking to save as much as possible on these superb new flagships? Let us help you out with our roundup of the best iPhone 16 deals.
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UpdatedBest streaming deals: current savings for Disney+, Hulu, Sling TV and more
Always have something to watch with the best streaming deals. Make the most of discounts and extended free trial periods with the lowdown on current offers right here.
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The Hulu with Live TV, ESPN and Disney+ bundle just dropped to its best price of the year – here’s why you should subscribe
If you've wanted to get Hulu's live TV bundle, don't miss out on this deal before prices increase.
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Peacemaker season 2 episode 8 trailer has sparked some wild fan theories about the show's end – and an appearance from Man of Tomorrow's villain
The preview trailer for Peacemaker's season 2 finale has got fans speculating about the show's ending and the DCU's future.
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7 new movies and TV shows to watch on Netflix, Prime Video, HBO Max and more this weekend (October 3)
From Mark Wahlberg's new Prime Video movie to plenty of TV shows, you're spoiled for choice by the world's leading streamers this weekend.
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Upset about Peacemaker season 2's short runtimes? James Gunn says fans will be 'happy' about the length of its finale
As Peacemaker fans complain about season 2's increasingly shorter runtimes, James Gunn promises its finale will remedy that criticism.
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My Amazon Fire TV Stick was a game-changer on my recent vacation – here’s why you should add one to your packing list
I’m never vacationing without my Amazon Fire TV Stick again – here’s why you shouldn’t either.
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Hisense 116UX review: a step forward for TV, but at a price that's too high for most people
Hisense's first RGB mini-LED delivers solid performance, but its eye-watering price is tough to ignore.
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UpdatedThe best soundbars for all budgets, all tested by us
From budget-friendly bars to Dolby Atmos wonders, the best soundbars make it easy to get a serious TV audio upgrade.
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Lots of LG TVs are getting a great free upgrade – here are the models it's coming to, including OLED and QNED TVs
LG's webOS 25 is now arriving on a range of TVs, depend on how old your TV is
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Amazon's best Fire TV yet drops to an all-time low price for Prime Day
Amazon's Fire TV Omni Mini-LED TV plummets to a record-low price
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Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Select vs Amazon Fire TV 4K Stick – here's how the new cheaper model compares to the old from what we know so far
Amazon's new TV stick has a new OS and some significant differences in its specification and app support
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Philips' excellent Ambilight tech is finally coming to a TV in the US, and it's in a Roku TV
Roku is bringing Philips Ambilight TV to the US with four new models.
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This battery-powered amp that turns any analog speaker into a portable Bluetooth speaker is bonkers, but I love it
This very odd amp is surprisingly popular: it turns old passive speakers into wireless ones with 40 hours of battery life
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Sony WF-1000XM6 earbuds may yet launch this year with a nice sound upgrade, while the XM5 buds and XM6 headphones just got a useful free update
New Sony earbuds are incoming, and existing headphones get some useful improvements
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The best earbuds for every budget, all TechRadar tested and recommended
Our carefully considered pick of the best earbuds, including wireless and wired options from the best brands in the business.
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Spotify finally lets you remove individual songs from your algorithm – and now I can stop myself getting side-tracked by my guilty pleasure listens
The new feature allows you to have more control over your taste profile, and help shape a more accurate Spotify Wrapped recap.
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Edifier ES20 review: a palm-sized masterclass in Bluetooth speakers
I reviewed a retro-style small Bluetooth speaker that blew my expectations out of the water – here’s what makes it so special.
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I’ve given up on finding one pair of headphones to rule them all – that’s why I use these 5 pairs for different situations
I’m done looking for ‘the one’ – that’s why I rely on these 5 exceptional pairs of headphones for their specialist skills instead.
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The outstanding Shokz OpenRun Pro return to a record-low price at Amazon
The Shokz OpenRun Pro are a great alternative to earbuds for exercise and running – and they're now back to a record-low price on Amazon.
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Strava just sued Garmin, here’s what that means for the best Garmin watches
Strava is suing Garmin for patent infringement which could lead to devices being banned from sale.
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Apple Watch Ultra 3 review: A Garmin-rivaling powerhouse for adventurers, and a lovely daily driver
The Apple Watch Ultra 3 adds new screen and communication technology to a winning formula.
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Samsung says your Galaxy Watch will 'soon' get a new health feature that might save your life
Samsung's wearables are getting new features, and seem to have changed certain algorithms.
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UpdatedThe best mirrorless camera for 2025
Our best mirrorless camera guide will help you find the perfect pick for you in 2025, whatever your budget or shooting style.
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Boya Magic review: an impressive shapeshifting mic
The Boya Magic is an affordable 4-in-1 mic that can be used as a lavalier, on-camera, handheld and desktop mic, with fantastic AI noise cancellation.
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DJI Neo 2 is one of 3 exciting DJI upgrades tipped for a November release – here's what the leaks tell us
It's already been a busy year for DJI, but the company has new products planned in three different categories.
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UpdatedThe best camera for photography 2025
Our guide to the best camera for photography will help you find the right digital camera for you in 2025, whatever your budget.
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I test espresso machines for a living, and my favorite compact De'Longhi machine just hit a record-low price ahead of Prime Day
My favorite budget-friendly espresso machine is now even cheaper thanks to this early Prime Day deal, so grab it while you can.
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Nespresso's five-star beginner-friendly coffee maker is now under $100 at Amazon
Enjoy Nespresso for one of its lowest prices yet
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The new Google Home Speaker comes in some fun color options in the US, but elsewhere it's gray all the way
Not in North America? You're missing out on funky colored speaker and cameras, as well as the new Nest Doorbell.
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Dreame's new hair dryer will mist your locks with nourishing essence and give your roots a boost with red light – it's like a spa for your head
Dreame's new hair dryer is like a spa for your head, with red light therapy and a nourishing mister, as well as AI features.
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UpdatedThe best free VPN in 2025
With so many scams, only the best free VPNs are worth your time. Find out how PrivadoVPN and Proton VPN's free tiers compare to all the rest, and read our top tips for the best VPN alternatives.
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UpdatedThe best VPN service 2025
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The best mirrorless camera for 2025
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Buying guideThe 18 best crossplay games in 2025
The best crossplay games ensure that your fun isn't ruined by friends playing elsewhere. Here are our favorites that you can download and play right now.
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The best Kindles in 2025
The best Kindle ereaders from Amazon come in different sizes and with different features, from budget ebook readers to premium epaper note takers.
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Apple’s future AR glasses could have a neat trick to improve your vision on the fly
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Samsung's Moohan XR headset could be landing soon, and I hope it makes me jealous
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God of War 20th Anniversary PS5 controller pre-orders are live in the US and UK – stock of the new DualSense is readily available
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Don't worry, gamers, you can still get Xbox Game Pass Ultimate for $19.99 per month for now – here’s how
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The 14 best video game remakes to play in 2025
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'4kW is certainly possible, but it can go much higher': Microsoft-backed startup could dissipate 10kW GPUs, its founder confirms
Backed by a Microsoft collaboration and a $24 million funding deal, Corintis is developing microfluidic cooling technology which aims for 10x gains in AI chip performance.
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You can put 70 SSDs and HDDs in this case to deliver almost 3PB capacity - and it got me thinking, why aren't there any 3.5-inch SSDs?
AIC SB407-VA packs 70 drive bays into 4U, delivering nearly 3PB capacity with modern Xeon scalability.
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Hackers claim to have hit third-part provider for Boeing, Samsung and more
Dimensional Control Systems files surface on the dark web, but authenticity has not yet been confirmed.
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