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Vladimir review: new Netflix show is spicy, hot and completely uncomfortable
Vladimir is my new Netflix show obsession — and it makes lust, yearning and foolhardy desire more excruciating than ever.
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LG Sound Suite Immersive Suite 7 Pro review: Atmos FlexConnect has landed
I finally tried a soundbar system with Dolby Atmos FlexConnect, and to say it impressed me would be an understatement.
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Cambridge L/R S review: a pound-for-pound contender in the active stereo speaker division
The Cambridge L/R S active stereo speaker system has picked the hardest fight against market leaders, but it's a pound-for-pound contender.
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The IMOU Cell 3C security camera guards your home for very little cash
This wireless camera is one of the most affordable security systems around, with no subscription necessary.
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Canon RF 45mm F1.2 STM review: a beautiful mess
The Canon RF 45mm F1.2 STM impresses with its super-wide aperture and affordable price - this lens has its issues, however.
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I tested the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — and of course it's the best Android phone ever
Thinner, lighter, brighter (photos), and a wild screen privacy feature
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Young Sherlock review: new Prime Video show is the best spinoff in years
Young Sherlock on Prime Video proves it’s still possible to reinvent an old classic — or that you need Guy Ritchie to make it unforgettable.
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The Nothing Phone (4a) just got a full launch, but it might be hard to buy
The Nothing Phone (4a) and Phone (4a) Pro have just been unveiled alongside the affordable Nothing Headphone (a) — and they come in some funky colors.
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The 15 best iPhone 17e cases to protect your phone, while still looking cool
Protective and stylish cases, direct from Apple and beyond.
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The 6 best Google Pixel 10 upgrades coming in the next Pixel Drop update
Google has announced the features coming in its next Pixel Drop, and you're in for a treat.
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The best T-Mobile deals for March 2026: Galaxy S26, new iPhone 17e, internet, and more
This week's best T-Mobile deals could save you a bundle on your next phone, a plan upgrade, or even your internet.
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Amazon's Galaxy S26 Ultra deal has already sold out — now this promotion at Samsung is clearly the best for unlocked devices
Sponsored by Samsung
Looking for an unlocked Galaxy S26 series device? These two retailers are clearly the best options right now — for different reasons, however.
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Apple iPhone 17e preorders are finally live — and I've got the biggest and best discounts right here
Interested in the new iPhone 17e? Here are the biggest discounts from the US and UK's best retailers.
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OnePlus 15T’s thin bezels are a boring upgrade, so wait for the OnePlus 16
OnePlus 15T’s thin bezels are a boring upgrade; if leaks are true, the OnePlus 16 is the upgrade to wait for.
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Laptops & Computing
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You can get the MacBook Neo for just $499 / £499 with this easy-to-miss education discount at Apple
Apple's official education store is a gold mine for discounts if you're eligible—even on new models like the latest MacBook Neo.
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Apple says 'life is just better on a Mac' — and the $599 MacBook Neo may be its smartest pitch yet
Just as polished, but a much, much lower price
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NYT Wordle today — answer and my hints for game #1720, Thursday, March 5
Looking for Wordle hints? I can help. Plus get the answers to Wordle today and yesterday.
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OpinionSteve Jobs derided netbooks, and now Apple’s made one in the MacBook Neo
Apple's new cheap laptop is a big upgrade to a throwback idea
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7 features the MacBook Neo is missing — including one mystifying omission
We've got a good look at what the new budget MacBook is packing — but what about the stuff that's missing?
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Here's how Apple's affordable MacBook Neo compares to the new Pro and Air models
Apple just unveiled its affordable MacBook Neo model, but how does it stack up against other MacBooks price-wise?
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MWC 2026Best laptops of MWC 2026: the five most exciting mobile computing products we've spotted at the show
We've been stalking the show floor at MWC 2026 to find the most exciting upcoming laptops — and these are the ones I've picked.
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AI
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Apple Music is launching Transparency Tags to flag AI-generated slop
Apple Music is rolling out Transparency Tags for AI-generated music, but the responsibility lies with record labels.
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Google and OpenAI staff urge limits on military uses of AI
Hundreds of employees at Google and OpenAI have signed a public letter urging their companies to set firm boundaries on how AI can be used by the military
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Nuclear threats dominate AI war games — here's why
A new study suggests AI models frequently escalate to nuclear threats in simulated conflicts, likely mirroring the strategic thinking and war game scenarios that dominate their training data.
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How Nano Banana 2 can recreate your favorite Pokémon battles, only better
Nano Banana 2 can make Pokémon screenshots from your imagination.
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OpenAI introduces new ChatGPT 5.3 Instant to ‘reduce the cringe’ for users
OpenAI has replaced ChatGPT’s default model with GPT-5.3 Instant, an update designed to make the chatbot less awkward and more accurate.
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Apple
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UpdatedThe best tablet 2026
The best tablets come from Apple, Samsung, and OnePlus, and we've tested them all so we can recommend the best slate for your needs and budget.
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Apple Music is launching Transparency Tags to flag AI-generated slop
Apple Music is rolling out Transparency Tags for AI-generated music, but the responsibility lies with record labels.
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You can get the MacBook Neo for just $499 / £499 with this easy-to-miss education discount at Apple
Apple's official education store is a gold mine for discounts if you're eligible—even on new models like the latest MacBook Neo.
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Apple says 'life is just better on a Mac' — and the $599 MacBook Neo may be its smartest pitch yet
Just as polished, but a much, much lower price
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OpinionSteve Jobs derided netbooks, and now Apple’s made one in the MacBook Neo
Apple's new cheap laptop is a big upgrade to a throwback idea
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Streaming
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Vladimir review: new Netflix show is spicy, hot and completely uncomfortable
Vladimir is my new Netflix show obsession — and it makes lust, yearning and foolhardy desire more excruciating than ever.
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What is the release date for Monarch: Legacy of Monsters season 2 episode 2?
Here's when Monarch: Legacy of Monsters season 2's second episode will roar onto Apple TV.
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ExclusiveYoung Sherlock episode 7 is 'make or break' for Moriarty
Young Sherlock tells a wildly different origin story for Moriarty than the one we thought we knew — but the eventual villain is there if you know where to look.
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ExclusiveHoppers end credits Easter egg references 'six or seven Pixar movies'
Before you even watch it, you know the new Pixar movie Hoppers will be stuffed with Disney Easter eggs — and one end credits scene is a 'giant'.
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3 unmissable new Prime Video crime shows to stream in March 2026
Prime Video has some gripping, addictive crime shows coming your way in March.
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TVs
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LG Sound Suite Immersive Suite 7 Pro review: Atmos FlexConnect has landed
I finally tried a soundbar system with Dolby Atmos FlexConnect, and to say it impressed me would be an understatement.
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The LG G6 OLED's colors aren't as punchy as the G5's, but it's 'by design'
Seeing a new OLED not look as bold next to its predecessor can be jarring, but with the LG G6, it appears to be intentional.
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Is your TV too dark? Here are 3 easy tips to fix it
Struggling to see some TV shows or movies on your TV? Here are some tips to make your TV brighter
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Our favorite budget projector maker has a portable model that folds away
Xgimi's new portable projector hides itself away to take up less shelf or bag space
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This cheap 65-inch 4K TV from Samsung is now under $350 at Walmart
A cheap big screen TV from a top manufacturer
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The 'dream OLED' TV tech upgrade may finally be on the way
South Korean OLED manufacturer Lordin says it's secured manufacturing capacity for its blue PhOLED display technology
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8 new 4K Blu-rays from February 2026 to add to your collection
It's our biggest Blu-ray Bounty ever — this month, we'll be exploring 8 of the latest 4K releases from February 2026.
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IKEA's tiny, stackable Kallsup speakers are on sale now for $10 each
Grab as many of these punchy little cubes as your budget will allow, and start building your own 'sonic skyscraper'.
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Apple Music is launching Transparency Tags to flag AI-generated slop
Apple Music is rolling out Transparency Tags for AI-generated music, but the responsibility lies with record labels.
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The Nothing Headphone (a) are official — here are 5 things you need to know
Nothing's new noise-cancelling headphones are half the price of the Headphone (1), but far from half the quality
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A cheaper version of my favorite Grado audiophile headphones just landed
Grado's more affordable Signature S550 headphones are in and if you read our Signature S750 review, you'll be eager to know more…
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'I will move mountains to hear them': meet Magico's S7 2026 speakers
Magico's exhaustive pursuit of audio excellence harnesses cutting edge tech — and understandably, that doesn't come cheap
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Audible has launched a cheaper audiobook plan as Spotify continues to raise prices
Despite a few caveats, Audible's Standard tier is ideal for new customers and casual readers alike.
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Cambridge L/R S review: a pound-for-pound contender in the active stereo speaker division
The Cambridge L/R S active stereo speaker system has picked the hardest fight against market leaders, but it's a pound-for-pound contender.
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Health & Fitness
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'I was surprised by just how impressed I was' — the 3 best wearables at MWC
MWC 2026 was a little light on new wearables, but the devices that were on show look well worth checking out.
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Xiaomi’s Watch 5 smartwatch has just launched globally with new features
The Xiaomi Watch 5 smartwatch has launched outside China, bringing some new features along for the ride.
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The best Apple Watch 10 deals and prices for March 2026
Apple Watch 10 deals are officially available, and I'm rounding up the best prices so that you can save on Apple's latest smartwatch.
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Cameras
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‘Will we ever see a new FinePix? Unlikely’ says Fujifilm –— the future is in premium compacts
We spoke with Fujifilm's General Manager for Imaging Solutions in the UK, Theo Georghiades, about making cameras fun again and which compact cameras make business sense
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Finally, a low light GoPro? New GP3 processor could fix brand's biggest flaw
GoPro announces a new processing chip – and teases an imminent new action camera launch to boot
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DJI teases a new drone launch, while the DJI Osmo Pocket 4 leaks again
It appears that DJI is about to reveal a new drone and a new camera, and they might avoid the US ban too.
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Best wildlife photography camera 2025: top cameras for capturing nature, tested and rated
If you're looking for the best wildlife photography camera, our in-depth guide has options for all budgets and ability levels.
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Home
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IKEA's tiny, stackable Kallsup speakers are on sale now for $10 each
Grab as many of these punchy little cubes as your budget will allow, and start building your own 'sonic skyscraper'.
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11 of the best deals in the big Ninja air fryer sale
Ninja makes some of the best air fryers around, and this is your chance to snap one up for less.
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Shark's new robot vacuum has a mopping feature I've never seen before
From UV lights to jukebox style mop dispensers, robo-mops are more advanced than ever.
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IKEA's donut-shaped Varmblixt smart lamp is landing early in some stores
The pastel-hued smart lamp was originally scheduled to launch in April, but some shoppers have spotted it on shelves already.
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Buying guides
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UpdatedThe best tablet 2026
The best tablets come from Apple, Samsung, and OnePlus, and we've tested them all so we can recommend the best slate for your needs and budget.
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UpdatedThe best VPN service 2026
We've tested and re-tested every major VPN service to bring you our comprehensive report on the best available options.
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The best ereader for 2026
I've tested several of the best ereaders and epaper tablets you can get from Kindle, Kobo and more to find the top 9 options across different budgets and categories.
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Best wildlife photography camera 2025: top cameras for capturing nature, tested and rated
If you're looking for the best wildlife photography camera, our in-depth guide has options for all budgets and ability levels.
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The best Kindle in 2026
Kindles come in different sizes and with different features, from budget ereaders to premium epaper note takers. So allow me to help you decide between a Paperwhite, Scribe and the Colorsoft.
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UpdatedBest Sony lenses: we've tested top lenses for Sony mirrorless cameras
If you've got a Sony mirrorless camera, these are the lenses you need to know about.
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UpdatedThe best portable DACs
The best headphone DACs (or digital-to-analogue converters) are a must-buy accessory for audio-lovers.
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Deals
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You can get the MacBook Neo for just $499 / £499 with this easy-to-miss education discount at Apple
Apple's official education store is a gold mine for discounts if you're eligible—even on new models like the latest MacBook Neo.
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Save your money and don't buy the iPad Air M4 — get the iPad Air M3 for a record-low price at Amazon
Thanks to the release of the iPad Air M4, Amazon has the powerful 11-inch iPad Air M3 on sale for its lowest price ever, making it a better value.
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The best T-Mobile deals for March 2026: Galaxy S26, new iPhone 17e, internet, and more
This week's best T-Mobile deals could save you a bundle on your next phone, a plan upgrade, or even your internet.
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Amazon's Galaxy S26 Ultra deal has already sold out — now this promotion at Samsung is clearly the best for unlocked devices
Sponsored by Samsung
Looking for an unlocked Galaxy S26 series device? These two retailers are clearly the best options right now — for different reasons, however.
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The iPad Air M4 is officially available for pre-order — here's how to get the tablet technically for free from Apple
The iPad Air M4 is officially available to preorder today, and Apple has an incredible trade-in offer that can save you up to $670 on the brand-new tablet.
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MacBook Neo preorders — the best places to buy the Apple laptop that 'delivers the magic of the Mac at a breakthrough price'
The new MacBook Neo is now available to preorder, so I'm gathering up all of the retailers who have it available and where you can find the best deals.
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Sling TV promo codes for Mar 2026
SPONSORED With these Sling TV promo codes you can get discounted memberships and add access to extra channels for free on the streaming service.
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Meta promo codes for Mar 2026 |
SPONSORED These Meta promo codes can help you save money on Meta's virtual & augmented reality headsets and other gaming peripherals.
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Private Internet Access coupon codes for Mar 2026 |
SPONSORED These Private Internet Access coupon codes can lower the price of the brand's VPN and antivirus software plan to help protect you online.
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IONOS promo codes for Mar 2026 |
SPONSORED Use one of IONOS promo codes to save on of web hosting, web builder and email hosting plans, plus domain names, cloud storage and more.
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ExpressVPN coupons for Mar 2026 |
SPONSORED Save money with one of our ExpressVPN coupons and secure your digital details across all your devices for less.
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Squarespace coupon codes for Mar 2026
SPONSORED These Squarespace promo codes can help you save money on domain names, website hosting & more.
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California's age verification law is proving controversial — here's why
The legislation might prove to be a real headache for some Linux distros.
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Microsoft reportedly blocks 'Microslop' posts on Discord, risking another AI backlash
'Microslop' posts are blocked on Copilot Discord server as Windows 11 AI backlash takes another unfortunate turn.
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There's been a huge rush to Windows 11 — is this the end for Windows 10?
It's finally happening: Windows 11 appears to be shoving Windows 10 firmly aside.
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Windows 11's new Start menu is proving seriously divisive
Windows 11's new Start menu is proving seriously divisive – some feel it's huge and badly designed, but there are fans too.
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Ubisoft provides updates on the Assassin's Creed series, says its 'taking the time to deliver on its ambitious vision' of Hexe and Codename Invictus is 'a new approach to multiplayer in the franchise, but it isn't quite what the rumors have suggested'
Ubisoft has shared new details about the future of the Assassin's Creed franchise and announced a new 60FPS update for Assassin's Creed Unity.
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WWE 2K26 review: The game keeps getting better, the monetization keeps getting worse
WWE 2K26 takes one step forward and two steps back by infusing the series' best wrestling game to date with obnoxious monetization and a scaled-back MyRise campaign.
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The rumors were true! Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced has officially been announced by Ubisoft — 'Some whispers have a little more wind in their sails. Keep your spyglass on the horizon'
Following months of leaks and rumors, Ubisoft has officially confirmed the existence of Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced with the first piece of the remake's concept art.
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The 27 best Nintendo Switch games in 2026
Looking for the best Nintendo Switch games? Here are our choices for what you should pick up next, whether you have a Switch Lite or the OLED model.
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Dutch MPs call for free government-backed VPN, ad-blocker, and password manager for all citizens
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Security researchers found 'critical' flaw in IPVanish Mac VPN app — here's all you need to know
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UpdatedThe best VPN service 2026
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NordVPN’s Android feature now warns Europeans about scam calls before they answer
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After a week streaming live sports with a VPN, here are the 3 things I found that'll drive you crazy
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'It doesn’t have to be all or nothing' — ExpressVPN launches privacy-first tool to combat CSAM
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Norton VPN brings WireGuard on Apple devices, and lands on Amazon Fire TV
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'Managers must find a balance': Report claims businesses might need to get HR involved to make workers use AI
Around twice as many managers than regular employees experiment with AI – mangers hold the key to broader AI adoption.
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Exclusive'Email is at an inflection point': new study finds only 13% of emails sent worldwide were actually written by humans
Tired of junk mail? You're not alone – 87% of emails are actually generated by automated systems and aren't personal.
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Microsoft Teams wants to make it easier to forget all your embarrassing meeting mistakes
Microsoft Teams meeting content can now be quickly deleted.
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Major data leak forum LeakBase seized by FBI, Europol, and shut down
The website was taken offline, and potential members arrested.
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