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Activo Scoop review: cheap IEMs that don't skimp on quality
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Shokz OpenFit Pro review: a great-sounding contender for the open earbuds crown
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Maxell Wireless Cassette Player review: a delightful analog blast from the past — just don't rely on the Bluetooth
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D-Link Aquila Pro AI R95: high-speed Wi-Fi 7 at a competitive price
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Garmin Bounce review: Flawed but fun LTE experience for kids
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Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE review: a rebranded Z Flip 6 with a couple of minor upgrades
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Margo's Got Money Troubles on Apple TV is a bingeworthy comedy
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This neat Galaxy S26 feature will boost your Netflix and YouTube experience
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UpdatedThe best phone 2026
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Samsung explains why it no longer makes small smartphones
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Two of my favorite prepaid carriers are offering $500 off the Galaxy S26 series right now — but which is the best?
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Nothing Warp app pulled from stores less than 24 hours after launch
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UpdatedThe best cheap phones 2025
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Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE review: a rebranded Z Flip 6 with a couple of minor upgrades
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Windows 11 is so bad France is moving to Linux — and many more could follow
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How I quit social media for a month… and then ended up right back where I started
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NYT Strands hints and answers for Saturday, April 18 (game #776)
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Quordle hints and answers for Saturday, April 18 (game #1545)
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NYT Wordle today — answer and my hints for game #1764, Saturday, April 18
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This excellent value Chromebook has everything you need for work and everyday use for under $250
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It's time to remove YouTube Shorts, thanks to a new time limit option
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Gemini used my Google Photos library to get personal when making images
Gemini’s Personal Intelligence feature personalizes AI images by using your own Google Photos library
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I asked Alexa+ to help redecorate my apartment and was pleasantly surprised
It turns out Amazon's AI-powered assistant has a much better eye for design than me — and it really loves sage green.
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Watch the AI-recreated Val Kilmer's performance in a new movie trailer
An AI-generated performance of Val Kilmer in a new film shows how technology is reshaping acting
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Gemini leads in human-like AI writing as detection tools fall behind
New research demonstrating Gemini’s ability to mimic human writing better than its rivals highlights how unreliable AI detection has become
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ChatGPT can make a child’s rough animal drawings into photorealistic creatures
ChatGPT can make a child’s rough animal drawings into photorealistic creatures without altering them.
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UpdatedThe best phone 2026
Only the best phones from Apple, Samsung, Google and OnePlus
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UpdatedNew movies: the most exciting films coming to theaters in April 2026
New movies will arrive weekly throughout 2026 — these are the biggest ones to keep an eye on.
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7 of the best Mac apps to level up your new MacBook Neo
Improve your MacBook Neo with these 7 top-rated macOS apps
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Apple drops fresh hint about its rumored Meta Ray-Ban smart glasses rival
Two of Apple's biggest execs have talked about the future of spatial computing in a new interview — and it sounds like there's something in those smart glasses rumors.
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Gemini is now a native macOS app, making it faster and better integrated
Google has launched a native Gemini app for macOS, bringing its AI chatbot to the desktop with screen sharing, quick access shortcuts, and built-in image and video generation.
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The Pitt season 3: everything we know about the hit HBO Max show's return
Now that season 2's explosive finale is behind us, all eyes are on The Pitt season 3. But what do we actually know about the hit HBO Max show's return?
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Street Fighter 2026 movie trailer praised for overwhelming nostalgia
Finally, the first full trailer for the Street Fighter 2026 movie is here — and fans are falling head over heels in love with its stupidity.
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Ladies First trailer slammed by fans as new Netflix movie unpacks misogyny
New Netflix movie Ladies First explores and man's worst nightmare in a woman dominated world — but its first trailer hasn't gone down well.
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New movies: the most exciting films coming to theaters in April 2026
New movies will arrive weekly throughout 2026 — these are the biggest ones to keep an eye on.
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MCU fans beg Marvel to release new Avengers: Doomsday trailer after CinemaCon 2026 debut
Marvel fans are begging for Doomsday's official trailer to be released as numerous AI fakes appear online.
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Amazon warns Fire TV Stick HD buyers that they can't sideload apps
It's been confirmed that the new Amazon Fire TV Stick HD runs Vega OS and prevents sideloading.
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Amazon faces class action lawsuit over allegations of 'bricking' older Fire TV Sticks
The new lawsuit claims Amazon has been restricting important software updates for older models to force users to upgrade.
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Get 3 4K Blu-rays for $33 at Amazon right now — here are my top 9 discs
Amazon's 3 for $33 4K Blu-ray sale is a great way to save big money on some excellent 4K discs, so I've picked my 9 favorites from the sale.
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I’m a trained TV calibrator, and here are the best TVs you can buy today
Top OLED and QLED sets to consider, from elite TVs to wallet-friendly options – all tested by us.
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Users label Sony a ‘penny-pinching brand’ as it cuts key TV features
Sony is removing features from some of its TVs for antenna and set-top box users.
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Amazon announces a free Fire TV upgrade and reveals a new Fire TV Stick
Amazon is refreshing its Fire TV interface for 2026 with new organisation and new streaming channels. Plus, it's bringing out a new, slimmer Fire TV HD Stick.
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Amazon's Fire TVs get a name change and we saw its first Art TV in action
Amazon's Fire TVs are being re-named to Ember TVs, and we saw the new Samsung Frame rival Amazon Ember Artline in action
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Activo Scoop review: cheap IEMs that don't skimp on quality
Astell & Kern's budget-brand, Activo, is back again — here's what I thought of it's new pebble-like in-ear monitors.
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Shokz OpenFit Pro review: a great-sounding contender for the open earbuds crown
As sports-specific open earbuds go, the Shokz OpenFit Pro are as good as it gets and their feature set means you'll nearly ditch anything else...
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Maxell Wireless Cassette Player review: a delightful analog blast from the past — just don't rely on the Bluetooth
The Maxell Wireless Cassette Player is a nifty blend of old and new, bringing your old tapes to your ears without the need for a wired pair of headphones.
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Record Store Day vinyl starts this weekend — what you need to know
RSD happens but once a year, and it's a refreshing return to bricks-and-mortar-store shopping for vinyl — so you'll want to be ready
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Victrola and Third Man Records announce exclusive turntable for Record Store Day
Victrola is relaunching its Wave turntable with Jack White's Third Man Records to celebrate Record Store Day 2026.
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‘Your vinyl, vacuum-clamped’: this elite turntable makes your records float on air
TechDas' elite new turntable vacuum-clamps your vinyl to a heavyweight platter floating on air, promising to dig up 'extraordinary sound' from an LP’s grooves
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The Sony WH-CH520 Headphones offer 'simply superb value' at just $38 on Amazon
A low price for some of the best cheap headphones we've tested
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I swapped my phone for a cycle computer after a crash — but a tiny, underrated device was the real safety upgrade
I’ve had my fair share of bike crashes, and switching from a phone to a bike computer helped reduce distractions — but the real safety upgrade was an add-on accessory.
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The best heart rate monitors 2026 Get pinpoint-accurate workout data
Whether you're a runner, cyclist, or swimmer, we've found the best heart rate monitor to help you smash your goals this year.
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It's marathon season, and Amazon is slashing prices on best-selling running shoes and watches — up to 55% off Hoka, Nike, Garmin, and Apple
Prep for marathon season with Amazon's weekend sale on best-selling running shoes and watches, with up to 55% from Hoka, Nike, Garmin, Apple, and more.
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Insta360's first mirrorless camera leaked — and it's splitting opinion
The latest leaked device from Insta360 is a mirrorless camera that may be part of a wider trend in the market.
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These are the stunning winners of the Sony World Photography Awards 2026
SWPA is one of the most prestigious global photo contests, and the 2026 instalment attracted over 430,000 from more than 200 countries. Here are the 10 category winners
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What is the DJI Lito? Here's how the drone could fit into DJI's lineup
DJI seems poised to launch two new entry-level camera drones — a move that seems a little strange given it already offers several cheap, affordable and highly capable models.
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UpdatedThe best Canon camera
Trying to find the best Canon camera for you? We've ranked our favorite current models for all types of shooting situations and budgets.
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I asked Alexa+ to help redecorate my apartment and was pleasantly surprised
It turns out Amazon's AI-powered assistant has a much better eye for design than me — and it really loves sage green.
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UpdatedThe best home security cameras: indoor, outdoor and subscription-free cams
We've tested masses of security cameras in our own homes to bring you this guide to the very best.
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De'Longhi's new coffee maker 'learns' what you like to drink, and when
The De'Longhi Primadonna Aromatic has a huge menu of drinks, and pushes your favorites to the top of the list depending on the time of day.
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IKEA's meatball-flavored lollipop was April Fools joke, but now it's real
The meaty lollipop will be given away in IKEA stores next month so you can sample the, er, interesting flavor yourself.
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The best heart rate monitors 2026 Get pinpoint-accurate workout data
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The best phone 2026
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Buying GuideThe best workout headphones for 2026
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The best home security cameras: indoor, outdoor and subscription-free cams
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UpdatedThe best VPN service 2026
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The best cheap phones 2025
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Best Buy's Ultimate Upgrade sale ends soon — here are the 23 best deals I'd buy on TVs, laptops, headphones, and more
Best Buy's surprisingly strong Ultimate Upgrade Sale ends on Sunday, so I've taken another look through and picked out the 23 best deals worth buying if you're shopping for some new tech.
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This excellent value Chromebook has everything you need for work and everyday use for under $250
Simple, snappy, and now under $250 — the ASUS Chromebook CX14 Plus is a deal you can't ignore if you want an affordable laptop for work and everyday use.
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Get beauty in the comfort of your own home with the Dreame Nova IPL Hair Removal Device
Dreame slashes the price of its Nova IPL Hair Removal Device by $80
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The LG C5 is our top-rated TV and Amazon's best-selling OLED display — get the 42-inch model for only $999
The LG C5 is our best-rated TV and Amazon's number 1 best-seller in OLED displays — you can now get the 42-inch model on sale for only $999.
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It's marathon season, and Amazon is slashing prices on best-selling running shoes and watches — up to 55% off Hoka, Nike, Garmin, and Apple
Prep for marathon season with Amazon's weekend sale on best-selling running shoes and watches, with up to 55% from Hoka, Nike, Garmin, Apple, and more.
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Two of my favorite prepaid carriers are offering $500 off the Galaxy S26 series right now — but which is the best?
Both Mint Mobile and Visible Wireless have fantastic deals on the new Galaxy S26 series - but which should you go for?
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Sling TV promo codes for Apr 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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Private Internet Access coupon codes for Apr 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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OnePlus coupons codes for Apr 2026 |
SPONSORED Use these OnePlus coupons to get a better price on mobiles & accessories from the leading Android smartphone retailer.
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Jackery discount codes for Apr 2026 |
SPONSORED Use one of Jackery discount codes to discount the brand's power stations & supplies, including solar generators, solar panels & accessories.
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Dreame coupon codes for Apr 2026 |
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Corsair discount codes for Apr 2026 |
SPONSORED Add one of these Corsair discount codes to your order for better-priced gaming laptops, PCs, accessories & components.
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MPB discount codes for Apr 2026 |
SPONSORED Add one of these MPB discount codes to your order for better-priced camera equipment, including DSLRs, compact and mirrorless models.
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Squarespace coupon codes for Apr 2026
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Windows 11 is so bad France is moving to Linux — and many more could follow
Is 2027 set to be the year of Linux? There are signs that this might actually be the case, for sure.
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Gucci and Google to partner on Android XR smart glasses for 2027 release
Gucci could become the first mainstream luxury brand to launch smart specs, as the company is targeting 2027 for a pair of Android XR glasses.
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Meta hikes Quest 3 and Quest 3S prices — and blames the RAM crisis
The Meta Quest 3 and Quest 3S are getting more expensive as Meta blames the RAM crisis.
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YouTube Premium is 50% off for Google One and Gemini power users in select regions
This half-price YouTube Premium discount with Google One Premium is not to be skipped over.
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Sony Inzone H6 Air review: amazing sound, incredible comfort
The Sony Inzone H6 Air sets a new standard for open-back gaming audio with its pristine sound and premium design.
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NYT Connections hints and answers for Saturday, April 18 (game #1042)
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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Marvel Rivals now finally lets us play as Black Cat, but her awful posture makes me worry for her back — 'I just know her spine is killing her!'
The latest Marvel Rivals season update has finally arrived alongside the addition of Black Cat, but it's her character selection pose that has players talking.
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James Bond 007 First Light PS5 controller pre-orders live now — the best links and info
We've got all the best information and early links to bookmark ahead of the James Bond 007 First Light limited edition DualSense pre-orders today.
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Between them, the TechRadar team have 300 years' experience in tech journalism. Here's why you should trust them.
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The Tor Project takes a major step toward launching its mobile VPN with successful Cure53 audit
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Surfshark fixes broken post-quantum VPN protocol after TechRadar investigation
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IPVanish has begun offering Amazon gift cards when you refer a friend — here's how much you could earn
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Moscow chokes international internet bandwidth in latest attack on Russian VPN users
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The best VPN service 2026
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The end of encrypted DMs? Why Instagram is rolling back its biggest security feature
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VPN deal of the week: Our exclusive Surfshark deal gives you year-low prices and 4 months extra protection — here's how to claim
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Why Canva's AI push is no different to its core principles of democratizing design
AI won't replace designers, but instead increase demand for creative expertise as more people gain access to design tools.
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Creality Sermoon S1 3D scanner review
Well-specced 3D scanner with triple light modes, 0.02mm accuracy, and AI-powered software, just be prepared for a steep learning curve.
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Implications for US Navy as China tests persistent maritime surveillance satellite
China demonstrates geosynchronous satellite ship tracking, raising concerns about persistent global surveillance and reduced concealment for naval operations in contested waters.
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Chinese AI solves 12-year-old math problem in 80 hours
Peking University's dual agent AI solved Anderson's 2014 algebra conjecture in 80 hours with no human intervention and full verification.
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