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Searching for the perfect cheap laptop for college? Here are our top recommendationsAny of these affordable laptops would a make stellar study buddy at college or university.
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How to pick the best Mac accessories for back-to-school seasonSupercharge your studies with the best back-to-school accessories for your Mac desktop or laptop.
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Laptops from Apple, HP, Lenovo, and more are up to 40% off in the back-to-school sales — here are the top 12 deals I'd buyI've searched through this month's back-to-school sales and picked out the 12 best laptop deals that I recommend buying if you need a new device for the upcoming school year.
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9 refurbished gadgets that'll help you ace your studies without spending a fortuneFrom convenient iPads to powerful laptops and leading smart watches, Back Market has tons of top tech for a fraction of the price of buying it new.
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How to pick the best Mac for back-to-school seasonThe best ways to save on a Mac for students, teachers and more.
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RingConn Gen 3 review: I tested the RingConn Gen 3 for two weeks and it's the smart ring I'd buy instead of an Oura -
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'The chicification of surveillance is deeply concerning' — why our tech is getting far too close (and what you can do about it)'The chicification of surveillance is deeply concerning'
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I asked ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini and Grok which sci-fi AI they're most likeAnthropic made me wonder whether AI learns from science fiction — so I asked ChatGPT, Gemini and Claude one fascinating question. Which sci-fi AI are you most like?
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This WhatsApp scam saw a Hong Kong man lose $1.27 million — here's howScammers used AI to steal $1.27 million from a Hong Kong man as experts say a secret codeword can keep you safe.
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Samsung VP responds to criticism about hardware innovation in Reddit AMA
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I turned ChatGPT into my personal fancy font generatorChatGPT can create dozens of decorative Unicode text styles with a few simple prompts
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Wearables are making us anxious — Here’s what we can do about itWearables are designed to create healthy habits, but what happens when they end up reinforcing unhealthy behavior?
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20 years after its flashy launch, what happened to the Mac Pro?The Mac Pro would be 20 today if it hadn’t been discontinued. Here’s why Apple ditched its most powerful Mac.
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Microsoft stops recommending 32GB, as Apple reportedly struggles to get RAM32GB is the 'no-worries zone'? Not anymore as Microsoft backtracks on past RAM recommendations, while Apple's seemingly having troubles of its own.
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User shares $5 fix for AirPods Pro slipping out while running and chewingThis AirPods owner bought liquid silicone earbud replacement tips, and they've never looked back.
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Forget Sidecar, someone just got the real macOS working on an iPadVirtual Mac on iPad lets you run macOS on your iPad, but I think it’s more effort than it’s worth.
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New app Bingers aims to be the Letterboxd of TV shows
Bingers is a new TV and movie tracking app that's already beautifully designed and full of features.
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Reacher season 4 episodes 1-3 release date and time on Prime VideoJack is back, and so is the non-stop action as he hits the open road. So when do Reacher season 4 episodes 1-3 arrive on Prime Video?
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New documentary Disney Worldbuilders is a must watch for Parks fans
Disney Worldbuilders takes us behind the scenes of the biggest Disney movies and attractions, but I was left wanting more.
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Google pulls the Lord of the Rings from one user's library with no refundOne unfortunate user no longer has access to the Lord of the Rings Extended Edition after buying it from Google.
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ExclusiveSinners is the perfect streaming double bill for new Sky TV thriller PossessionI raced through all five episodes of new Sky TV thriller Possession in the blink of an eye — but the casts' suggested double bill has more ties to the series than you'd think.
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All the new 4K Blu-Rays I'm most looking forward to trying this AugustAs TechRadar's 4K Blu-ray tester, I've picked new titles from August 2026 that I'm keen to try out as part of the Blu-ray Bounty.
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I tried a wild soundbar with moving 'kinetic fins' and it's one of the most impressive I've seenI tried Dynaudio’s huge soundbar with moving wooden fins, and was wowed by its immense power and scale.
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4 new 4K Blu-rays from July 2026 to add to your collectionIn this month's Blu-ray Bounty, there's a reference-quality animation, an animated Disney classic, arguably John Waters' biggest movie and a noir-thriller from the 1980s.
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UpdatedThe best gaming TV for all budgets, all real-world tested by our expertsOur guide to finding the best gaming TV for your PS5, Xbox Series X, PC or even last-gen console that will suit all budgets.
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Want a cheap OLED TV or monitor? There's good newsLG's new 2-stack OLED panel is cheaper to make and delivers better color and viewing angles than current WOLED panels, the firm says
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Jimothy is in Roku City! The inside story of how the viral raccoon climbed inside the streaming platformJimothy Raccoon, the squat, viral Seattle-based mammal, is now immortalized inside Roku City. Here's how that happened
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Dolby Vision 2 HDR is arriving on certain Hisense TVs — here's what you need to knowDolby Vision 2 is available on select Hisense TVs right now, and it's rolling out to more models in the coming weeks.
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Spotify lacks album folders, so I've started using third-party appsSpotify still doesn't let you add albums to folders, so I've been using Musicboard to keep track of my favorite releases instead.
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'The chicification of surveillance is deeply concerning' — why our tech is getting far too close (and what you can do about it)'The chicification of surveillance is deeply concerning'
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Spotify plans AI-powered remix feature as new subscription add-onSpotify's agreement with Merlin brings it one step closer to launching its AI-powered remix tool, but where do industry professionals stand on it?
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5 of the best Bose headphones and earbuds are up to $130 off ahead of the launch of the QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen) — which ones are worth buying?With the QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen) on the way, Bose has just discounted several of its older models at Amazon, but which ones are actually worth buying?
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Suno, the biggest AI music company, is finally trying to solve a problem its own success helped createThe AI music revolution has hit an awkward reality — even Suno is starting to put the brakes on.
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The AirPods Pro 3 haven't been this cheap since Prime Day — the 'near-perfect' buds are $60 off todayIf you've been waiting for a price cut on the AirPods Pro 3 - now's your chance for a great saving.
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When I look at Bose's new headphones, there's only one iconic character I see...The Bose QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen) are here — and despite boasting several upgrades over the 2023 models, they're actually cheaper.
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RingConn Gen 3 review: I tested the RingConn Gen 3 for two weeks and it's the smart ring I'd buy instead of an OuraThe RingConn Gen 3 isn't as polished as Oura, but its long battery life, strong health tracking and lack of subscription fees make it one of the best smart ring alternatives.
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Wearables are making us anxious — Here’s what we can do about itWearables are designed to create healthy habits, but what happens when they end up reinforcing unhealthy behavior?
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After 2 weeks with the Garmin Cirqa, I've fallen back in love with 'vibe running'The Garmin Cirqa has freed me from the clutches of 'Strava-itis' and got me back into running based on vibes.
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The FCC could start banning DJI drones that have previously been approvedDrones that have previously been approved for sale in the US might soon be removed from stores.
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DJI Mic Mini 2S vs Mic Mini 2: 5 key upgrades explainedDJI has launched the Mic Mini 2S, building on the Mic Mini 2 with internal recording, four-transmitter connectivity, AI-powered noise canceling, and a redesigned charging case.
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GoBirding Vision Master review: an ambitious AI spotting scopeThe GoBirding Vision Master's on-device bird recognition impresses, but shaky autofocus and stabilization issues hold it back.
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Insta360’s latest accessory solves vlogging’s biggest first-person-view headacheInsta360's POV Head Tracker aims to address the headache of filming first-person footage, synchronizing the camera with the user's head movements.
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The best wet-dry vacuum cleaner: recommended by expert reviewersWe've tested a range of wet and dry vacuums from leading brands – here are the ones that came out on top.
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My whole family used the RunStar 4e Body Scale, and this affordable scale is great for weight — but let down by inaccurate body composition
The RunStar 4E Body Scale is a basic smart body scale that measures over 20 different metrics. Accurate performance is sketchy, although the core measurements of weight and BMI are accurate.
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We've tested the best hair stylers on the market – these are our 7 top picks for every budgetThese talented multi-stylers managed to make our testers look put-together, with minimal effort and skill.
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The best dual-zone air fryers — convenient, multi-component cooking for a crowdCook a whole meal in one appliance — no pot-juggling or awkward timing required.
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The best wet-dry vacuum cleaner: recommended by expert reviewers
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5 of the best Bose headphones and earbuds are up to $130 off ahead of the launch of the QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen) — which ones are worth buying?
With the QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen) on the way, Bose has just discounted several of its older models at Amazon, but which ones are actually worth buying?
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I've found all the best Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Z Flip 8 launch deals — where to find the biggest trade-in discounts and plan savingsMany of the top preorder deals are still live
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The AirPods Pro 3 haven't been this cheap since Prime Day — the 'near-perfect' buds are $60 off today
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Looking for that perfect gaming laptop for college? These are the 5 best deals I've seen anywhere — with discounts of up to $700Forget the rest — these are the 5 gaming laptop deals students should check out if they're headed to college
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Final warning! T-Mobile's record-breaking $1,900 discount on the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Fold 8 Ultra could end soonInterested in the Fold 8 or Fold 8 Ultra? Preorders end tomorrow, which means this record-breaking deal at T-Mobile could expire.
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Microsoft stops recommending 32GB, as Apple reportedly struggles to get RAM
32GB is the 'no-worries zone'? Not anymore as Microsoft backtracks on past RAM recommendations, while Apple's seemingly having troubles of its own.
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Here are the places smart glasses are banned as privacy concerns growAs EU regulators consider smart glasses restrictions, here are the countries with intelligent eyewear bans.
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Please don’t buy cheap Meta Ray-Ban alternatives — here’s whyThere are too many reasons you shouldn’t buy cheap Meta Ray-Ban alternatives.
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Windows 11 isn't spying on you via a new process, but wider issues remainWindows 11 process sparks controversy and user accusations of 'spying,' which are false — but still point to a wider issue around privacy for Microsoft.
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Turtle Beach PlayTrek 2-in-1 Case for Nintendo Switch 2 review: a superbly versatile case that challenges Nintendo'sTurtle Beach’s all-in-one solution challenges Nintendo’s own — is it better?
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‘There's never been a better time to be a Pokémon Go player’: 10 years on, VP of game development says there’s plenty still to comeThe journey to Victory Road
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NYT Connections hints and answers for Sunday, August 9 (game #1155)Looking for NYT Connections answers and hints? Here's all you need to know to solve today's game, plus my commentary on the puzzles.
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GuliKit KK3 Max review: a feature-filled controller that fails to deliver on its premium price tagIt may look like your typical Xbox controller, but the GuliKit KK3 Max has a few more tricks up its sleeve.
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Samsung wants to bring a floating data center to TexasSamsung and Mousterian advanced Texas floating data center plans while regulatory scrutiny over ERCOT grid connections continues to increase statewide.
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Synology reveals a host of new NAS devices it says can balance budget and power requirements for all usersSynology launches four DiskStation neo+ NAS models offering lower entry pricing, expandable hardware, unchanged DSM software, and worldwide availability without pricing.
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Chinese ship spotted 'lurking' near Taiwan's subsea internet cables linking it to the USTaiwan tracks a Chinese research vessel above a major Pacific internet cable, renewing attention on regional maritime security concerns.
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Experts warn this fake Claude install guide can be used to empty crypto walletsA fake "install Claude on Mac" guide, hosted on claude.ai itself and boosted by a Google ad, ends with your Ledger app quietly asking for your recovery phrase.
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