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The TechRadar guide to World Cup 2026World Cup 2026 is here — enjoy it all with TechRadar.
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World Cup 2026 LIVE: Free streams, TV guide & how to watch from anywhere in the worldAll the ways you can stream the World Cup for free from anywhere in the world as we keep you up-to-date with the latest updates ahead of the tournament.
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Here are 3 top value TVs I recommend for a last minute World Cup upgradeWorld Cup fever is in full force and if you're looking for a great value TV for the tournament, these are 3 of my top recommendations
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11 world-class projectors to scale up your World Cup viewingA first XI of projectors to kick off your watch parties in style — all tried and tested by AV experts.
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NewsWorld Cup 2026 Fixture Finder – Kick-off times, Free streamsWorld Cup 2026 Fixture Finder – Search any team and see when they're playing and where to watch for free!
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NewsShould I use a VPN to watch the World Cup?Should you use a VPN to watch the World Cup? A virtual private network will take your viewing experience to the next level this summer.
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The World Cup is about to kick off — here's my dream watch party setupPlus stellar speakers, smart lights to amp up the atmosphere, and catering gadgets that won't drag me away from the action.
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Ring Battery Video Doorbell Plus (2nd Gen) review: sharp 2K footage at last -
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Yale Linus Smart Lock L2 Lite review: a clever, affordable Matter lock with a few sharp edges -
Bluesound Pulse Cinema Mini review: the best small soundbar for music -
Corsair Makr Pro 75 review: close to being damn near perfect -
KitchenAid KF4 review: brews a mean macchiato and barely makes a sound doing it -
Majority Move M4 review: an underwhelming JBL Xtreme competitor -
De'Longhi Eletta Ultra review: an enormous quantity of coffees — but only decent quality
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Move over Samsung and Google — you can currently get the 'intentionally outlandish' Nothing Phone (3) for its lowest ever price at Amazon -
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The iPhone 17 Pro is 'a pleasure to look at, hold, and use' — and T-Mobile has just brought back its best deal ever on the deviceTechRadar Approved - Sponsored Offer T-Mobile
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The Honor 600 Pro Molly Limited Edition is the most Gen Z phone I've ever used -
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I've spent hours researching the best phone for my child — here are the safest options I've found, from iPhones to 'dumbphones' -
5 WWDC 2026 clues that tell us Apple is about to release a foldable iPhone Ultra
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UK bans social media ban for under-16s — all the latest news live -
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UK brain experts say there's 'very little' evidence phones are harming kids -
AMD's flagship GPU is getting the love it deserves, based on Steam survey -
Google just undercut OpenAI with a $4.99 Gemini plan — here’s what you get -
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Quordle hints and answers for Monday, June 15 (game #1603)
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Gemini on Google TVs is getting its most useful upgrade yet: voice control of picture settingsGoogle is rolling out an update to its Gemini TV platform that will enable you to control your TV's settings via voice — but it's on TCL TVs in the US at first.
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Google just undercut OpenAI with a $4.99 Gemini plan — here’s what you get
Google’s cheapest AI plan is now cheaper than ChatGPT’s — here’s what you get for your $4.99
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I gamified chores with ChatGPTBy asking ChatGPT to “turn this into a game,” I transformed chores, school routines, and errands into small quests and challenges.
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Apple could introduce ‘a separate subscription’ for advanced Siri AI features
Siri is finally getting smarter, but a reputable Apple tipster suggests that it might also stop being free.
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The thing I dislike most about AI is exactly what some users loveI quizzed people who turn to AI for reassurance and wasn't expecting their answers.
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Apple could introduce ‘a separate subscription’ for advanced Siri AI featuresSiri is finally getting smarter, but a reputable Apple tipster suggests that it might also stop being free.
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I've spent hours researching the best phone for my child — here are the safest options I've found, from iPhones to 'dumbphones'
What type of phone should you buy your child? Smartphones, dumbphones, and more explained by a parent.
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3 reasons why Apple's macOS 27 beta isn't the lowkey release it first seemsThe first beta of macOS 27 Golden Gate is seriously impressing testers with its stability and performance levels, along with vital interface changes.
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5 WWDC 2026 clues that tell us Apple is about to release a foldable iPhone Ultra
Through a mix of announcements and telling signs in code, Apple has almost confirmed the iPhone Ultra's existence.
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iOS 27's Screen Time update looks impressive — but it didn't wow me like Android 17's Pause PointApple announced some important new screen time features at WWDC 2026, but I'm more excited by Google's approach to the same issue.
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Test your Toy Story knowledge ahead of Toy Story 5 with our challenging trivia quizBefore you see Toy Story 5 at your local cinema, see if you can answer every question correctly in our tough Toy Story quiz.
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Think you know everything about Raccoon City? See if you can survive to the end of my ultimate Resident Evil movie quizZach Cregger's Resident Evil is the next chapter of the zombie horror franchise. But how well do you know the previous movies?
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Every Year After season 2 already in trouble thanks to shock amount of fan complaintsEvery Year After on Prime Video has gone down really well with fans, right? Wrong... so much so that they don't even want a rumored second season.
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Only Murders in the Building season 6: everything we know about Hulu and Disney+ show's returnOur murder-solving trio are heading across the pond to London in Only Murders in the Building season 6. Here's what we can expect, from confirmed guest stars to release window.
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Cape Fear episode 3 release date and time on Apple TVCan't wait for more Cape Fear? Me neither. Here's when episode 4 is arriving on Apple TV.
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Roku Users Express Concern After Fox Announces $22 Billion AcquisitionFox and Roku have entered a $22 billion agreement, but Roku users fear the damage it could cause.
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Gemini on Google TVs is getting its most useful upgrade yet: voice control of picture settingsGoogle is rolling out an update to its Gemini TV platform that will enable you to control your TV's settings via voice — but it's on TCL TVs in the US at first.
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I heard a reference 9.4.6-channel Dolby Atmos home theater system, and now I can't go backFind out which movie provides the ultimate 'AVR stress test', and what a quarter-mill of home theater gear can do
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Hisense UR8 vs Samsung QN80H: how does a budget RGB TV compare to standard mini-LED?How does the Hisense UR8, an affordable RGB mini-LED TV, compare to the Samsung QN80H, which uses standard mini-LED?
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Bluesound Pulse Cinema Mini review: the best small soundbar for music
Some small-footprint soundbars compromise on big, robust sound, but not the Pulse Cinema Mini.
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I regret to inform you that ads are the reason TVs have escaped price hikes due to the memory crisisTVs aren't immune from the electronics component crisis – but manufacturers had already given up on making money from hardware
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UpdatedThe best 48-, 49- and 50-inch TVs for every budgetThe best 48, 49 and 50-inch TVs can provide a lot of value and performance in a reasonable amount of space.
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‘How to describe it, other than slime or puke?’: another World Cup player dons unreleased Beats headphones and that’s got to be a custom colorway… right?The Beats Solo 5 are being teased, with another 2026 World Cup player wearing them, but we're yet to spot anyone else actually using them.
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I heard a reference 9.4.6-channel Dolby Atmos home theater system, and now I can't go back
Find out which movie provides the ultimate 'AVR stress test', and what a quarter-mill of home theater gear can do
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I review earbuds for a living and Aldi’s $14 / £12 earbuds are the bargain-bin hit of 2026When Aldi sold me a pair of $14.99 / £12.99 earbuds, I knew I had to see how they'd stack up against the best in the market... and I'm pretty surprised.
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Phoebe Bridgers rekindles the 'phone-free gigs' debate, and I support a banThe indie singer-songwriter is the latest high-profile artist to tell fans they can't have their phones at live shows.
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Majority Move M4 review: an underwhelming JBL Xtreme competitor
The Majority Move M4 is a large portable speaker that looks like a real JBL Xtreme rival, but can it really put up a fight?
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Spotify adds short-form videos to New Music Friday playlistSpotify is rolling out videos to its New Music Friday playlist, spotlighting its editors new music recommendations.
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Peaches? No, they’re Justin Bieber’s new SKYLRK Audio speakersLike baby, baby, baby no — these really are Justin Bieber speakers and headphones.
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This high-tech necklace protects your skin from sunburn and UV raysThe90 Gem is a smart necklace that measures your UV exposure and helps prevent sunburn.
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I was bored of my usual fitness apps, but comprehensive fitness tracker BetterMe dwarfs them in terms of scaleIn the AI fitness race, BetterMe is doing things a little differently.
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A celebrity PT shares his go-to exercise for staying pain-free over 30'It takes 2-6 weeks' to start building a pain-free back, according to a celebrity PT.
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Aura digital photo frames just got the update I've been waiting for — Google Photos supportAura frames now work with Google Photos, iCloud, text message, Aura's app and more
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DJI accuses Insta360 of 'blatantly' copying its Pocket 3 vlogging cameraThe DJI / Insta360 rivalry just went up a notch, with DJI accusing Insta360 of copying its Pocket 3 vlogging camera in a new lawsuit.
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UpdatedThe best timelapse cameras 2025, based on in-depth testingSpanning a broad range of prices and features, these are our top timelapse camera picks for you
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Insta360 Luna Ultra vs DJI Pocket 4: I've tested both, here are my first impressionsIt's not a fair fight — the heavyweight battle is still to come
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Aura digital photo frames just got the update I've been waiting for — Google Photos support
Aura frames now work with Google Photos, iCloud, text message, Aura's app and more
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Lavazza has solved the biggest problem with capsule coffee makersThe company's new compressed coffee tablets have no individual packaging, though bear in mind that the box is still wrapped in plastic film.
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Researchers made an ultrasonic espresso machine that makes coffee without heatScientists have found a way to make excellent espresso without using hot water via the power of ultrasound
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Thinking of upgrading your hair dryer? This travel-sized styler might be all you needMini dryers aren't just for vacations — pick the right portable and you'll want to use it every day.
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UpdatedThe best cheap VPN service — stay secure without sacrificing quality with our expert picks -
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UpdatedThe best drip coffee maker: delicious, fuss-free coffee, fast
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Move over Samsung and Google — you can currently get the 'intentionally outlandish' Nothing Phone (3) for its lowest ever price at AmazonThe impressive Nothing Phone (3) is the perfect quirky alternative to the big Android flagships — especially at this record-low price.
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The iPhone 17 Pro is 'a pleasure to look at, hold, and use' — and T-Mobile has just brought back its best deal ever on the device
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You can now get the iPhone 17 Pro included with a brand-new line at T-Mobile — a deal that's available for both new and existing customers.
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Best Buy is slashing Fitbit devices for Father's Day — shop my 5 favorite deals starting at $79.95Need a Father's Day gift? Best Buy is slashing prices on top-rated Fitbit devices, and I'm rounding up the 5 best deals, with prices starting at just $79.95.
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Prime member? You can already get $335 in free perks ahead of Prime Day 2026 — here are the 8 best to claim before the eventSqueeze some extra value out of your subscription with these often-overlooked freebies and perks!
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Bose just went early with its Prime Day deals on Amazon — here are two I'd buy, and one that I'd avoid for nowIncludes a record-low price for the latest QuietComfort Ultra Headphones
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Lenovo Yoga Slim 7x features one of the 'best-looking OLED displays we've ever used' — and it's on sale right nowOn the hunt for a high-end laptop? The Lenovo Yoga Slim 7x is definitely worth checking out thanks to it's incredible OLED display.
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Windows 11 is getting another major boost to the way updates work
Windows 11 is getting another boost to the way updates work — and this appears to be a major focus for Microsoft currently.
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3 reasons why Apple's macOS 27 beta isn't the lowkey release it first seems
The first beta of macOS 27 Golden Gate is seriously impressing testers with its stability and performance levels, along with vital interface changes.
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Samsung’s XR headset might help you relax the next time you give bloodSamsung’s XR headset might help you relax the next time you give blood, thanks to VR meditation.
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Microsoft is bringing AI features to more Windows 11 PCs via Nvidia's GPUsMicrosoft is bringing AI features to a 'broader range of Windows 11 devices', with Copilot+ abilities set to arrive on PCs with a fast enough Nvidia GPU.
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'This could be better that Ghost of Tsushima' — Blood Message is a new cinematic adventureBlood Message is a new AAA single-player story game that looks like it could become the Chinese Uncharted.
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Most comfortable gaming chairsOur list of the most comfortable gaming chairs available now includes plenty of budget options, mid-range performers, and high-end offerings.
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'This is the pinnacle, and I'm just thrilled to be here' — The new voice of Lara Croft on taking on her 'biggest' role yet for upcoming Tomb Raider gamesActor Alix Wilton Regan discusses her new role as the iconic Tomb Raider protagonist Lara Croft.
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'How is that even a question?' — 007 First Light actors reveal whether the game's Bond could do the job on filmPatrick Gibson's co-stars from 007 First Light reveal what they think about the actor portraying Bond on the big screen.
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UK bans social media ban for under-16s — all the latest news live -
Samsung MAX VPN goes offline today, leaving Android users searching for alternatives -
UpdatedThe best cheap VPN service — stay secure without sacrificing quality with our expert picks -
Nigel Farage says UK's teen social media ban is 'unlikely to work' — but will VPNs really help children get around the restrictions? -
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IPVanish Refer a Friend Program: what it is, how it works and what rewards can be earnedSponsored by IPVanish
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How to use a VPN on your smart TV during the World Cup
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AI is rapidly reshaping the skills employers want most from workersJobs where AI automates parts of the workflow are actually seeing more growth and wage growth, PwC report reveals.
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This Dell laptop deal is a steal for work and study — and I'm impressed with the specs for this priceA touchscreen 15.6” laptop with a 13th-gen Intel Core i7, 16GB RAM, and 512GB SSD — at a price that undercuts most of the competition.
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Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella warns AI dominance could 'hollow out entire industries'Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella cautions against giving AI models too much control and information.
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Best World Cup 2026 eSIM deals — save up to 35% off data and calls across US, Canada, and Mexico with football-friendly offers from Ubigi, ByteSim, Saily, and moreTackle ultra-high roaming fees with my top-pick eSIM deals for the World Cup.
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