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The best back-to-school sales on everything you needLooking for some essentials before you head off to school, college, or university? Here's what we'd buy if we were students this month.
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The best noise cancelling headphones, compared in the real worldWe've tested and selected the best noise cancelling headphones to keep the world out and your music in.
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The best student laptops, all tested by our expertsCheck out our top tested picks of the best student laptops in 2026, from Windows systems to Apple MacBooks and more.
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UpdatedThe best power banks — essential for long daysHere are the best power banks, from big batteries that power everything to slim chargers to keep you topped up.
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VPNThe best VPN for school Wi-Fi: reliable picks from VPN expertsA VPN can help you access educational content all over the world. We look at some of the best choices.
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3 great small coffee machines for tiny spaces, chosen by a trained baristaI test over a dozen coffee makers every year, and these are the 3 best compact models I recommend for cafe-quality espresso every time.
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How to get hidden free and discounted apps for school workThese are the secret ways you can get free and cheap software for all your devices.
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3 air fryers I'd recommend for students, and tips on how to chooseStudent-friendly friers — including an ingenious design that uses the same container for cooking, serving and storing, to minimize washing up.
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DJI Osmo 360 II review: fewer flaws — and still cheaper than Insta360 -
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NYT Wordle today — answer and my hints for game #1902, Thursday, September 33431 Comments -
MapQuest alone refused Trump's demand to rename Lake Ontario, but I still can't leave Google Maps and Apple Maps behind for this one reason2 Comments
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Google is quietly building an AI version of Canva inside WorkspaceGoogle Pics brings Nano Banana-powered image creation and editing directly into Workspace, giving Canva a potentially formidable new rival.
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Sam Altman’s smart glasses stance hints at OpenAI’s AI hardwareSam Altman’s discomfort with smart glasses may be the clearest clue to what Jony Ive’s OpenAI hardware will look like.
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Caira’s AI mirrorless camera is getting ‘Nano Banana for video editing’Caira’s new generative video tools can transform footage using natural-language instructions while keeping the original recording at the heart of every edit.
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Reddit users are creating uncanny valley photos with ChatGPTReddit users are asking ChatGPT to make unsettling images, so I had a go too, and now I wish I hadn’t tried it myself.
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Fitbit users are sick of Google Health’s food-tracking AI hallucinationsFitbit users are reporting Google Health’s AI logging wildly incorrect food metrics.
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Celebrate Apple's new CEO with discounts on its best-selling devices — AirTags, AirPods, iPads, and more from $79.99Apple has a new CEO, and discounts on its best-selling devices - I've rounded up the top deals on AirTags, AirPods, iPads, MacBooks and more, starting at $79.99.
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Here are the 5 ways that Tim Cook changed Apple for the betterTim Cook has stepped down as CEO of Apple. Here's a look back at how he changed the company over the last 15 years.
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Tim Cook was the best Apple CEO for his time — John Ternus' tenure will be defined by AIFrom the Apple Watch to global growth and services, Cook built an Apple for the 21st century
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Apple TV prices are going up again, and viewers say they've had enoughApple has pushed up the prices for Apple TV in the US and selected other countries, the fourth increase in four years.
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UpdatedNew movies: the most exciting films coming to theaters in August 2026New movies will arrive weekly throughout 2026 — these are the biggest ones to keep an eye on.
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ExclusiveThe Grand Tour presenters had Amazon meeting days after Richard Hammond Throttle House cameoThrottle House fans have called the channel a 'spiritual successor' to Top Gear for years — but The Grand Tour presenters had no idea what was coming when they booked Richard Hammond.
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ExclusiveDeath Stranding movie a standalone, director being given a lot of freedomA24 meets Hideo Kojima in the upcoming movie version of video game series Death Stranding — but its director is being given 'a lot of freedom'.
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Apple TV has shared a trailer for new movie Being Heumann — and fans of the Oscar-winning CODA won't want to miss itCODA director Sian Heder is back with Being Heumann, which follows the life of Disability Rights Activist Judith Heumann.
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The Gentlemen season 2 ending explained and season 3 predictionsEddie's on the road to revenge, and for good reason. He's dealing with a personal tragedy beyond all means, but what does that mean for The Gentlemen season 2 ending?
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The Gentlemen season 2 review: a darker, meaner and more brutal return to Netflix
The Gentlemen season 2 returns to Netflix on September 3 — and I'm pleased to say it's just as moreish as its debut... only much, much darker.
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Surprise: someone’s actually making a new 4K Blu-ray player! But it’s far from a mainstream option…Magnetar's Ultima is a reference-grade player for UHD Blu-Ray, SACD, DVD, CD and digital sources too
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Google fixes setup issues for older Chromecast and Google Home devicesGoogle has finally fixed the annoying setup issue for the first-gen Chromecast, so your device isn't being bricked just yet.
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I just saw Hisense’s world-first 3D micro-LED TV, and it looks incredibleI didn't expect 3D and micro-LED to be a perfect pair, but in retrospect, it was obvious.
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Skip the new Sonos hardware — these excellent older soundbars and headphones are now up to 20% offSonos has cut the price of several of its best soundbars, headphones, and speakers by up to $100, so these are the 4 top deals I'd buy if you want to save money and skip the newly announced tech.
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TCL's new Dolby Atmos soundbars look like a stone-cold bargainTCL's new S-Class soundbars are affordable options in 3.1 and 5.1 configurations
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Best Buy’s LG OLED TV deal looks too good to be true — our TV expert explains why LG's B6 is so cheap (and worth buying)Best Buy has LG's 55-inch B6E OLED TV on sale for an incredible price of $799.99 - find out how this TV is such a steal and why it's worth buying.
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Exclusive: Sonos CEO Tom Conrad talks its new 'OS', Ace Ultra headphones and Beam Ultra soundbarSonos is turning its software into an 'OS', and the CEO explains what that means for updates — and talks about how the new features offer something for AI fans and skeptics.
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Buying guideBest headphones for TV: home theater without the speakers, all tested by our expertsMeet the best headphones for movies or TV viewing, with specialized features such as Dolby Atmos spatial audio.
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Four finishes, one 'Y': meet Beyerdynamic's all-new Aventho Y wireless headphonesBeyerdynamic's new Aventho Y headphones look far pricier than they are, and the stamina is top-tier — catch them now at IFA
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Sony WH-1000XM5 tumble to record-low price at Amazon — here's why our experts recommend these 'class-leading' headphonesLooking for your next pair of headphones? The Sony WH-1000XM5 are easily some of the best on the market — especially at this price.
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One of our favorite power bank makers just unveiled super-cheap ANC earbuds — and after an early listen, we like 'emThe new Belkin SoundForm Isolate and Dots buds offer ANC, some noteworthy features and tongue-twister names at a super-low price.
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My favorite earbuds of the year just got an open-ear makeover, as this top cheap headphone brand debuts 7 new modelsAt IFA 2026, Anker's Soundcore unveiled 7 new audio products, including open earbuds which take features from my favorite pair of buds so far this year.
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Skip the new Sonos hardware — these excellent older soundbars and headphones are now up to 20% off
Sonos has cut the price of several of its best soundbars, headphones, and speakers by up to $100, so these are the 4 top deals I'd buy if you want to save money and skip the newly announced tech.
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I just found the best Labor Day headphones deal — Sony's 5-star WH-1000XM5 cans are half price at Amazon
With $200 off, the Sony WH-1000XM5 Labor Day deal beats any other headphone deal live now.
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Oura on notice? Circular Ring 3 series drops with contactless paymentThe series contains the Circular Ring 3 Pro and Circular Ring 3 Slim, with the Pro supporting ECG and Blood Pressure.
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I've found the best Labor Day smartwatch deal, and it's not from Apple or GarminSay hello to your new best friend, the Amazfit Active 3 Premium — a stellar five-star watch with offline maps and up to 12 days of battery life.
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Huawei launches its Watch D3, complete with its built-in blood pressure cuffA slimmer, sleeker version of Huawei's once-boxy Watch D series still uses its innovative blood pressure cuff strap — eschewing LED-based measurements used by the likes of Apple and Google.
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DJI's 360 cameras compared — these 3 major upgrades make the Osmo 360 II a top pickJust one year after its original 360 camera, DJI has released the second-gen Osmo 360 II, and it fixes a major weakness
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DJI Osmo 360 II review: fewer flaws — and still cheaper than Insta360A year after its debut 360 camera, DJI's follow-up fixes that model's lens and waterproofing issues, adds native 8K/60fps video, and keeps pricing well below that of the rival Insta360 X6.
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GoPro's new merger has made me cancel my Mission 1 pre-order — here's whyI'm not sure I can trust that GoPro consumer cameras will be supported in the future — it sounds like the company will have other priorities.
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Caira’s AI mirrorless camera is getting ‘Nano Banana for video editing’
Caira’s new generative video tools can transform footage using natural-language instructions while keeping the original recording at the heart of every edit.
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Philips Hue founder George Yianni explains why AI in smart lighting is much more than a gimmickThe brand's founder and CTO explains why artificial intelligence and home lighting are a perfect fit, and what he's most excited about next.
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Google fixes setup issues for older Chromecast and Google Home devices
Google has finally fixed the annoying setup issue for the first-gen Chromecast, so your device isn't being bricked just yet.
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California's plug-in solar bill gets greenlit for cheaper energy optionsCalifornia is the latest state in the US to approve the use of plug-in solar kits for residents to use at home.
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Skip the pricey Sync Box — this new Philips Hue system uses a camera to sync lights with your screenPhilips Hue Play Screen Sync lets you synchronize your smart lights with content from any source, including your smart TV's native streaming apps.
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Amazon's Labor Day running shoe sale is surprisingly good — save up to 48% on Nike, Hoka, Brooks, and AdidasAmazon's Labor Day sale is better than I expected, with up to 48% off top-rated running shoes from Nike, Hoka, Brooks, Adidas, and more.
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Celebrate Apple's new CEO with discounts on its best-selling devices — AirTags, AirPods, iPads, and more from $79.99Apple has a new CEO, and discounts on its best-selling devices - I've rounded up the top deals on AirTags, AirPods, iPads, MacBooks and more, starting at $79.99.
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VPN deal of the week: Save $30 with Windscribe's back-to-school discountLock in a reduced rate before term starts
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I've found the best Labor Day smartwatch deal, and it's not from Apple or Garmin
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Sony WH-1000XM5 tumble to record-low price at Amazon — here's why our experts recommend these 'class-leading' headphones
Looking for your next pair of headphones? The Sony WH-1000XM5 are easily some of the best on the market — especially at this price.
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Google is quietly building an AI version of Canva inside Workspace
Google Pics brings Nano Banana-powered image creation and editing directly into Workspace, giving Canva a potentially formidable new rival.
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Windows 11's new security feature 'wrecks' frame rates for some gamers
Some gamers are up in arms, while others believe that this security feature is a must-have for keeping their PC safe.
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MapQuest alone refused Trump's demand to rename Lake Ontario, but I still can't leave Google Maps and Apple Maps behind for this one reason
Topping download lists, MapQuest is the new mapping darling, but it's missing one key feature that will keep it from being my go-to navigation solution.
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Windows 11's antivirus is telling users it's turned off — but it's a bugThink Windows 11's antivirus is broken? Thankfully it isn't, although the app is suffering from a pretty frustrating bug.
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Persona 4 Revival plays fantastically, but I'm still not convinced it's an essential remake of GoldenDo we really need a Persona 4 Golden remake? I'm not sure after going hands-on at Gamescom 2026.
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ExclusiveDeath Stranding movie a standalone, director being given a lot of freedom
A24 meets Hideo Kojima in the upcoming movie version of video game series Death Stranding — but its director is being given 'a lot of freedom'.
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GTA 6 is getting two limited Vice City-inspired DualSense wireless controllersSony is launching two limited-edition DualSense wireless controllers inspired by Grand Theft Auto 6, and you can pre-order them next week.
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Final Fantasy Resonance preview: an exciting old-school RPG steeped in fan serviceI'm on Cloud nine
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Surfshark hands users a direct line to its developers with new beta program
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US export controls actually helped China iron out tech supply chain 'chokepoints', report findsWhile the US was busy imposing restrictions against China, Chinese startups were occupied filling gaps in the market.
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IT helpdesk impersonation hits Microsoft Teams once again, with the hackers hiding their activity within legitimate toolsMicrosoft is warning about an ongoing scam campaign starting in Teams.
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Lenovo just put NVIDIA's Arm superchip in two Yoga laptops, but professionals might be more enthused by their AI-centric memory configurationsNvidia's RTX Spark headlines Lenovo's Yoga refresh at IFA, with two laptops, two pen-first tablets, and up to 128GB of unified memory
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Lenovo's 990g ThinkBook 14x Gen 2 is the only laptop at its AI-centric launch with no AI claims attached, and that might be intentionalLenovo's ThinkBook 14x Gen 2 weighs 990g, offers a 2.8K 120Hz OLED, and costs $999.99 while making no mention of AI at an otherwise AI-centric launch event from the computer giant.
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