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I tested an air purifier that can follow you around with clean air, and that's just one of its special tricks
The Dreame AirPursue PM20 is big, but it more than earns its floor space with advanced purification powers, plus cooling and heating functions.
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I spent a week testing the Pixel 10 Pro and it's worth the premium over the Pixel 10 thanks to bonus AI features I didn't expect to love
The Google Pixel 10 Pro is a fantastic update to last year’s winning Pixel, with AI that feels more useful than pushy, and the best camera features ever.
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After a week reviewing the Pixel 10 Pro XL, I wouldn't give it up for all the iPhones in the world
The Pixel 10 Pro XL is the Pixel phone to buy, with the best display and longest battery life. The Pro is great, but the XL is excellent.
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Darren Aronofsky’s Caught Stealing turns Austin Butler’s cat-sitting gig into a chaotic crime caper that’s a white-knuckle ride
Darren Aronofsky’s new movie is unlike anything the filmmaker has done before, telling the story of a cat-sitter who gets sucked into a crime spree against a vibrant yet violent 90s New York.
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LG Ultragear GX9 review
The LG Ultragear GX9 is a wonderful gaming monitor that comes with an ultrawide, immersive OLED screen and a price to match.
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Lenovo Yoga Slim 9i review
The Lenovo Yoga Slim 9i has just about everything you'd want – minus an audio jack – and it also has a premium price.
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SwitchBot Air Purifier Table review: an efficient air purifier with many talents
An air purifier that’ll hold my keys, charge my phone, and switch up the ambience? Yes please.
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I spent a week testing the Pixel 10 Pro and it's worth the premium over the Pixel 10 thanks to bonus AI features I didn't expect to love
The Google Pixel 10 Pro is a fantastic update to last year’s winning Pixel, with AI that feels more useful than pushy, and the best camera features ever.
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5 ways the iPhone 17 Pro can (and should) beat the iPhone 16 Pro
Leaks suggest the iPhone 17 Pro could be a better phone than the iPhone 16 Pro in numerous ways.
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After a week reviewing the Pixel 10 Pro XL, I wouldn't give it up for all the iPhones in the world
The Pixel 10 Pro XL is the Pixel phone to buy, with the best display and longest battery life. The Pro is great, but the XL is excellent.
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The Google Pixel 10 has a controversial battery feature you can’t turn off, but it’s not a deal-breaker – here’s why
A highly-charged issue
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Forget the Flip 7 - the new Motorola Razr Plus is free with a plan or trade at T-Mobile
Sign-up for a new plan or trade-in to get significant discounts on the latest Motorola Razr phones at T-Mobile this week.
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Epic Samsung phone sale at Best Buy includes record-low prices on Fold 7, Galaxy S25 Ultra, and S25 Edge
Best Buy's Labor Day phone deals are already live and they include some of this year's best deals (so far) on the latest Samsung Galaxy phones.
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iPhone 17 launch date official as Apple sends out invites for ’Awe dropping’ event – here are 5 things to expect
Apple has sent out invites for its next special event on September 9, 2025, titled 'Awe dropping' – here are 5 things to expect.
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Laptops & Computing
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Labor Day laptop sales are here – I've found the 15 best deals from $119
There are dozens of early Labor Day laptop deals live at retailers this week, so I've looked through the sales and picked out the 15 offers I'd buy.
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Windows 11 is finally fixing poor sound quality with Bluetooth headphones - and PC gamers will be particularly happy
Fed up with awful sound quality from wireless headphones in Windows 11? Bluetooth LE Audio in Windows 11 fixes this.
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Quordle hints and answers for Thursday, August 28 (game #1312)
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 Thursday, August 28 (game #543)
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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Swappable laptop GPUs sound like a myth, but that's not the case anymore, thanks to Framework and Nvidia
Framework and Nvidia have made a significant leap with new gaming laptop hardware - and we might see this in future handhelds, maybe.
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FTC calls on big tech to resist UK and EU demands to weaken encryption and censor content
FTC Chair Andrew Ferguson specifically mentions the EU Digital Service Act, UK Online Safety Act, and UK Investigatory Powers Act as attempts to "censor content or degrade security for users."
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Back-to-school gaming deals not to be missed at Corsair
Save on the Corsair Virtuoso RGB Wireless High Fidelity Gaming Headset and more!
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Apple
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5 ways the iPhone 17 Pro can (and should) beat the iPhone 16 Pro
Leaks suggest the iPhone 17 Pro could be a better phone than the iPhone 16 Pro in numerous ways.
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Finally, we’ve got a claimed AirPods Pro 3 design leak before the next Apple event – but I’m not a fan of the one major change
A button on the earbuds' case is not a big deal unless you need it
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Why won't AirPods Max 2 be at the newly announced September Apple Event yet again? A report says they're 'too popular' to kill and 'not popular enough' to prioritize
AirPods Max still sound great, but the best headphones make them look terribly dated
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iPhone 17 launch date official as Apple sends out invites for ’Awe dropping’ event – here are 5 things to expect
Apple has sent out invites for its next special event on September 9, 2025, titled 'Awe dropping' – here are 5 things to expect.
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The iPhone 17 Pro might be able to wirelessly charge your AirPods
A leak suggests the iPhone 17 Pro series could offer reverse wireless charging, but there are reasons to doubt this.
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Streaming
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Netflix’s first look at Monster: The Ed Gein Story is obscenely chilling, but it’s already made one huge mistake
Netflix has revealed the first look at Monster: The Ed Gein Story, and I'm fuming at a massive inaccuracy.
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Netflix is officially eyeing a KPop Demon Hunters sequel after hailing the hit movie a ‘cultural phenomenon'
KPop Demon Hunters slays both demons and records – and now Netflix wants an encore.
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When will Foundation season 3 episode 8 be released on Apple TV+?
There are only three more episodes left of Foundation season 3 – here's when the next one will be with us.
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Darren Aronofsky’s Caught Stealing turns Austin Butler’s cat-sitting gig into a chaotic crime caper that’s a white-knuckle ride
Darren Aronofsky’s new movie is unlike anything the filmmaker has done before, telling the story of a cat-sitter who gets sucked into a crime spree against a vibrant yet violent 90s New York.
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It’s a bad week to be Jeremiah as The Summer I Turned Pretty season 3 episode 8 stops the wedding of the season
Women across the world are screaming at The Summer I Turned Pretty season 3 episode 8, and it's curtains for Jeremiah.
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Bluesound is still gunning for Sonos, this time with powerful new Dolby Atmos soundbars at different sizes
These seriously powerful soundbars have multi-room streaming and hi-res audio, as well as big TV sound
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I heard the new TCL Z100 Dolby FlexConnect speakers, and it could be the beginning of a new era for home theater
We attended a demo of TCL's new Z100 wireless speakers, and Dolby's new FlexConnect technology looks to be the next frontier for home theater sound.
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I saw Samsung's $30,000, 115-inch micro-RGB TV, and its vivid picture outshines mini-LED TVs
Samsung's first micro-RGB TV is both big and expnsive – here's what we think after a short first-look, and what it might mean for the future of TVs.
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Best Buy just announced an expanded online marketplace, and it's great news for 4K Blu-ray fans
Best Buy is once again selling DVDs and Blu-Rays in the US, albeit via third party sellers
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Sennheiser's best Dolby Atmos soundbar is getting a great free upgrade
Sennheiser has announced a major software update for its flagship Ambeo Max, a soundbar first released in 2019.
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The battle for the top OLED TV is more intense in 2025 – and this time it's not just about brightness
LG and Samsung have ruled the OLED TV roost in recent years, but Sony and Panasonic are more aggressively bringing the fight in 2025.
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The impressive Bose Smart Ultra Soundbar is back down to its lowest-ever price
A powerful and compact four-star soundbar
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Finally, we’ve got a claimed AirPods Pro 3 design leak before the next Apple event – but I’m not a fan of the one major change
A button on the earbuds' case is not a big deal unless you need it
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Listen up, runners! The excellent and brand-new Shokz OpenFit 2 have dropped to a record-low price on Amazon
The first discount on the new Shokz OpenFit 2 is now live at Amazon, dropping the excellent open-ear earbuds to a record-low price of $139.95.
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This impossibly cool turntable uses a removable disc instead of any visible controls – it's a weird minimalist dream
The Luphonic H2 uses a unique control system for button-free operation
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Why won't AirPods Max 2 be at the newly announced September Apple Event yet again? A report says they're 'too popular' to kill and 'not popular enough' to prioritize
AirPods Max still sound great, but the best headphones make them look terribly dated
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Nobody asked for this – Spotify gets new Messages feature as fans wait in vain for HiFi upgrade
Spotify has announced a new Messages feature for its free and Premium users that lets you DM friends, but fans aren't convinced.
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I tested Cambridge's Evo 150 SE streaming amp and it is as high-performing a just-add-speakers system can possibly be, for this money
Cambridge has dropped the ‘Audio’ and added the ‘SE’ to its Evo 150 music streaming amplifier – but what else has it done?
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Want to stand out from the crowd? Here are the 5 most stylish headphones I've tested
Great sound quality is important, but so are dashing looks – these 5 headphone models are among the most stylish that money can buy.
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Health & Fitness
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Three gadgets that made my impromptu father-son overnight fishing trip an instant success
Getting outside is not always about unplugging
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Strava-owned Runna just launched the feature I've been waiting for to plan my race calendar
A new search engine for race events built by the minds behind the Runna app.
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A data scientist found the Apple Watch Ultra 2 is more accurate than Garmin, Samsung and even Whoop
Apple's premium smartwatch is, according to new tests from a data scientists, more accurate at measuring heart rate than its rivals.
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Cameras
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The best Canon camera for 2025
Trying to find the best Canon camera for you? We've ranked our favorite models in 2025 for all types of shooting situation and budget.
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Leica M11-V leak suggests controversial camera could be the cheapest M series yet
Leica’s next M series camera could launch in October, and seems set to supplant its costly rangefinder component with a much more affordable alternative.
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Hasselblad X2D II 100C review: a dream camera for photography, edging closer to reality
The X2D II 100C is a premium 100MP photography-only camera with true end-to-end HDR capture, improved autofocus, and format-leading image stabilization.
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Thank you Ricoh for the new GR IV premium compact, but I'm going to stick with my GR III for now – here's why
Minor update, mega price hike
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Home
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I tested an air purifier that can follow you around with clean air, and that's just one of its special tricks
The Dreame AirPursue PM20 is big, but it more than earns its floor space with advanced purification powers, plus cooling and heating functions.
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Google apologetically updates the Google Home app – here are 5 new upgrades coming to iOS and Android
Google has been having problems with its smart home hardware and software, but upgrades are on the way.
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I test smart home tech for a living, and these are the 3 outdoor security cameras I recommend to my family and friends
These are the cameras I trust to protect what matters most (and two of them don't need a subscription).
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SwitchBot Air Purifier Table review: an efficient air purifier with many talents
An air purifier that’ll hold my keys, charge my phone, and switch up the ambience? Yes please.
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Buying guides
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The best Canon camera for 2025
Trying to find the best Canon camera for you? We've ranked our favorite models in 2025 for all types of shooting situation and budget.
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The best cheap VPN service in 2025
There's no need to skimp out when it comes to a cheap VPN service, with prices starting from less than $2 per month.
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The best webcams 2025
These are the best webcams, whether you're looking to broadcast yourself on YouTube, chat with family, or Zoom call for work.
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The best WiFi routers 2025
From Google Wifi to the Asus ROG Rapture, these are the best Wi-Fi routers we've seen.
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The best travel VPN in 2025 – the best ways to secure your trip abroad
Looking for a reliable VPN you can take on vacation? Check out our top picks with globe-spanning server networks.
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The best 17-inch laptop 2025
On the hunt for a laptop with a screen you don’t have to squint to see? We’ve got you covered with our roundup of the best 17-inch laptops.
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The best gaming keyboard 2025
Picking up one of the best gaming keyboards will transform your setup without breaking the bank - these are our favorites.
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The 9 best Labor Day OLED TV deals – Samsung, Sony and LG TVs from $699.99
I'm rounding up today's best Labor Day OLED TVs, which include record-low prices on best-rated Samsung, LG, and Sony displays, with prices starting at $699.99.
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Labor Day laptop sales are here – I've found the 15 best deals from $119
There are dozens of early Labor Day laptop deals live at retailers this week, so I've looked through the sales and picked out the 15 offers I'd buy.
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Forget the Flip 7 - the new Motorola Razr Plus is free with a plan or trade at T-Mobile
Sign-up for a new plan or trade-in to get significant discounts on the latest Motorola Razr phones at T-Mobile this week.
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Amazon Labor Day deals under $50 that you'll actually want to add to your cart
Amazon's Labor Day sale is live, and I'm rounding up today's best deals under $50 that are worth buying, including smart home gadgets, air fryers, headphones, and more.
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The best VPN deals for August 2025 - get the best price on privacy and unblocking
Find all the latest VPN deals from some of the best VPN providers around. We've found the best offers, so you don't have to.
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Listen up, runners! The excellent and brand-new Shokz OpenFit 2 have dropped to a record-low price on Amazon
The first discount on the new Shokz OpenFit 2 is now live at Amazon, dropping the excellent open-ear earbuds to a record-low price of $139.95.
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MPB Discount Codes for August 2025
SPONSORED Add one of these MPB discount codes to your order for better-priced camera equipment.
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LG promo codes in Aug 2025 |
SPONSORED Use these LG promo codes to get big discounts on TVs, laptops, headphones, appliances and other top tech from the major manufacturer.
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LastPass coupons in Aug 2025 |
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Straight Talk promo codes for Aug 2025
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FlexiSpot Discount Codes for August 2025
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Sling TV Promo Codes for August 2025
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Windows 11 is finally fixing poor sound quality with Bluetooth headphones - and PC gamers will be particularly happy
Fed up with awful sound quality from wireless headphones in Windows 11? Bluetooth LE Audio in Windows 11 fixes this.
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Google Messages is getting a new weapon to keep you safe from impersonation scams – here’s how it works
A new feature has been spotted in Google Messages beta that allows you to verify your contacts' devices with a QR code.
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These impressive new smart glasses with a screen put Meta on notice
Rokid Glasses are launching internationally at a cheaper price, but later than Meta's rumored smart glasses with a display.
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Can't sign up for extended Windows 10 support? Don't panic, the rollout is underway - but it's reportedly going 'slowly'
I haven't had the offer of extended Windows 10 support yet - and neither have quite a few others reportedly.
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I’ve played Kirby Air Riders and, don’t tell anyone, I think I like it more than Mario Kart World
I played Kirby Air Riders at Gamescom 2025, and I’m mad I have to wait three months to play the full game.
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Skate preview: I'm sold on the skating, but the free to play ambitions have me worried about the missions
Skate nails the mechanics that made the series so beloved, and excels as a multiplayer playground, but so far the missions are lacking.
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Black Ops 7 carry forward is no more as devs axe old skins and promise a return to a more 'grounded' Call of Duty
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 won't have any Black Ops 6 skins as devs u-turn on carry forward plan.
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PlayStation Plus free games for September 2025
We're giving you all the details on the latest batch of PlayStation Plus free games. Here's what you'll be playing in September 2025.
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The best cheap VPN service in 2025
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The best VPN deals for August 2025 - get the best price on privacy and unblocking
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Do I get a free VPN with my Norton antivirus?
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Bluesky exits Mississippi over age verification row
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The best travel VPN in 2025 – the best ways to secure your trip abroad
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Revealed: X knows where you are, but YouTube doesn’t care
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Digital ID wallets: a secure solution to age verification or another privacy disaster?
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China could move away from Nvidia AI chips quicker than expected after brash 'addiction' comments from US Commerce Secretary
Political comments triggered China’s Nvidia clampdown, highlighting fragile diplomacy, rising domestic chip promotion, and the rapid acceleration of global decoupling.
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A tiny firm wants to slash energy consumption by changing the way CPUs are designed - and it is even planning a new high performance server chip
NeoLogic is developing CMOS+ processors designed to reduce circuit complexity, cut power consumption, and shrink die size for future AI servers.
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Google warns of Chinese state actor hack in real-time following alerts
UNC6384 is targeting diplomats in Southeast Asia and elsewhere with backdoors and other malware.
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Intel admits US Government share deal could have a major effect on international sales
Intel will hand over 433 million shares to the US Government, but it’s also worried about Trump’s influence overseas.
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