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Home Depot's 2026 Presidents' Day sale is live — here's everything I'm buying to refresh my home
The 2026 Home Depot Presidents' Day sale is live, and I'm sharing today's top deals on appliances, tools, and furniture, along with everything I'm buying to refresh my home.
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Best Presidents' Day sales 2026 — shop early deals on TVs, appliances, mattresses, and more
Presidents' Day is just weeks away, so I've rounded up today's best early Presidents' Day sales, including deals on TVs, appliances, mattresses, and more.
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Best Buy's Presidents' Day appliance sale starts early — here are the deals I'd buy for a premium kitchen upgrade
The Best Buy Presidents' Day appliances sale is now underway with savings of up to 40%, free gift cards and package discounts all up for grabs.
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The Hisense U65QF 'punches well above its price range' and it's had a huge $300 discount at Amazon ahead of President's Day
A big screen TV with a big discount, the Hisense U6QF 75-inch has had its price slashed.
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Some of the greatest waterproof speakers I've tested are on sale right now
Some of the best waterproof speakers around are on-sale, here are my top picks.
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Samsung Galaxy Book6 Ultra review
The Galaxy Book6 Ultra comes with Intel’s latest chips and Samsung’s increasingly-impressive ecosystem, but can it finally take on the MacBook?
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'Wuthering Heights' review: if the new movie was a spice, it would be flour
I wanted to love Emerald Fennell’s "Wuthering Heights" just to spite everybody who hates it – but even a hunky Jacob Elordi can’t convince me that it’s good.
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Crime 101 review: Marvel star Chris Hemsworth's new action heist movie is a seat-gripping thrill ride — until it's not
Crime 101 is a somewhat engaging cat-and-mouse story, but commits too many offences to be a genre classic.
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I've tested dozens of robot vacuums, and this model has some of the best carpet cleaning I've ever seen
The Qrevo Curv 2 Pro robot vacuum handles even thick-pile carpet with ease.
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Amazfit T-Rex 3 Pro review: Top marks in value for this Garmin challenger
The Amazfit T-Rex 3 Pro impresses for outdoor activities and rugged build quality but fails on smartwatch features
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Samsung Odyssey OLED G6 G60SF review
Samsung's latest 27-inch 500Hz OLED gaming monitor, the Odyssey OLED G6 G60SF, is incredibly fast, but that does come at a cost.
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Disneyland Handcrafted is the most fascinating documentary on Disney+ right now
Disneyland Handcrafted takes us back to the very first Disney park and how it came to be.
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Big Samsung Galaxy S26 series leak reveals their full, disappointing specs
A complete specs dump suggests very little will be changing with the Samsung Galaxy S26 series — and the internet isn't happy.
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My most anticipated upcoming phone isn't this year's iPhone, it's a Chinese flagship filled with one-of-a-kind features
I'm not looking forward to the next iPhone, but this Chinese flagship has really caught my eye.
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Hate WhatsApp on Android? Try my picks for 5 great alternatives
Whether your priority is privacy, customization, or other features, there'll be a WhatsApp alternative that suits you.
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Siri’s new Gemini-powered brain is almost here – here’s how to try it
The first stages of Siri's AI overhaul should arrive with iOS 26.4, and the first beta of that is reportedly just weeks away.
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This Anker battery pack solved my battery anxiety — and it’s been purchased 3,000 times in the past month
This Anker portable charger, which is small enough for everyday carry, has become my go-to travel accessory for keeping phones and other devices powered on the move.
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The iPhone 17e could land ‘imminently’ – and with no price rise
The iPhone 17e might be about to launch, with a new chipset, MagSafe, and last year's price tag.
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Trying to dodge the 2026 tech price hikes? Here’s the gear I'd buy sooner rather than later, plus practical tips for finding the best deals
A practical guide to dodging 2026 tech price hikes by buying sooner where it counts, spotting shrinkflation, and knowing which costs are most likely to climb next.
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NYT Wordle today — answer and my hints for game #1699, Thursday, February 12
Looking for Wordle hints? I can help. Plus get the answers to Wordle today and yesterday.
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Apple could defy the RAM crisis with rumored cheaper MacBook
Apple could deploy its affordable MacBook with shipments of 5 to 8 million units – at a price that'll really shift these laptops.
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I'm fed up with expensive RAM kits, but I've found the perfect one for my PC
The RAM crisis has left very few inexpensive options available on the market, but Adata's XPG 32GB option fits the bill.
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Samsung Galaxy Book6 Ultra review
The Galaxy Book6 Ultra comes with Intel’s latest chips and Samsung’s increasingly-impressive ecosystem, but can it finally take on the MacBook?
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The best budget gaming PC 2026
Looking to get into PC gaming? I put this guide together to help you find a formidable entry-level rig that won't break the bank.
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Quordle hints and answers for Thursday, February 12 (game #1480)
Looking for Quordle clues? We can help. Plus get the answers to Quordle today and past solutions.
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Gemini AI image-maker is now saying no to Disney prompts
Google has begun restricting Disney-related AI prompts after a legal warning from Disney, reshaping what users can create with Gemini and Nano Banana
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Fitbit’s Gemini-powered AI health coach is now rolling out to iOS users
Fitbit has expanded its Google Gemini-powered AI health coach to iOS users.
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The true emotional cost of retiring ChatGPT-4o
The retirement of ChatGPT-4o has triggered an emotional backlash, revealing how deeply people can bond with AI systems.
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ChatGPT’s ads are giving Gemini an opening to scoop up new users
OpenAI’s ad experiment risks changing how people feel about ChatGPT, just as Gemini becomes an everyday tool for millions
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OpenAI is serving ads to free and paying users, and not everyone is happy
ChatGPT’s Free and Go tiers are getting ads, prompting a backlash from some unhappy users.
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Apple could defy the RAM crisis with rumored cheaper MacBook
Apple could deploy its affordable MacBook with shipments of 5 to 8 million units – at a price that'll really shift these laptops.
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Can sleep trackers really detect sleep apnea? I tested 3 top models to find out
These sleep trackers claim to be able to detect breathing irregularities as you sleep – so how did they fare when I challenged them to sniff out my diagnosed disorder?
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Sorry, but Jony Ive is wrong about touchscreens in cars — here's why
Jony Ive's new supercar, an all-electric Ferrari Luce, is devoid of touchscreens because Ive doesn't like them, but he might be wrong about the need for them in cars.
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The M5 Pro and M5 Max may be here sooner than you think, but with a surprise
Apple's long-awaited MacBook M5 Pro and M5 Max could be here 'as early as March', but with a surprising change not many may have seen coming.
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Siri’s new Gemini-powered brain is almost here – here’s how to try it
The first stages of Siri's AI overhaul should arrive with iOS 26.4, and the first beta of that is reportedly just weeks away.
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'Wuthering Heights' review: if the new movie was a spice, it would be flour
I wanted to love Emerald Fennell’s "Wuthering Heights" just to spite everybody who hates it – but even a hunky Jacob Elordi can’t convince me that it’s good.
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Crime 101 review: Marvel star Chris Hemsworth's new action heist movie is a seat-gripping thrill ride — until it's not
Crime 101 is a somewhat engaging cat-and-mouse story, but commits too many offences to be a genre classic.
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I made the switch to 4K Blu-ray and have never looked back — these are the discs I'd recommend above all others
These six 4K UHD Blu-ray discs will make excellent additions to anyone's collection – whether you're new to the format or not.
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YouTube TV has over 10 new content plans on the way, including sports and entertainment bundles
New YouTube TV subscription tiers are on the way, but ESPN Unlimited is missing from the pack, and sports fans aren't happy.
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UpdatedBest streaming deals – current savings for Disney+, Hulu, Sling TV and more
Make the most of the best streaming deals, with the lowdown on limited-time savings, bundled subscription discounts and extended free trials right here.
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Cloud gaming on TVs suddenly looks like the future thanks to big changes
With 4K 120Hz arriving on TV cloud gaming and hardware prices rising, maybe you don't need an Xbox or PS5 any more.
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LG's best OLED TVs just got a free update to boost Dolby Vision brightness
LG's coming to brighten your day with its improvements to HDR in the C5 and G5 OLED TVs
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I'm a TV reviewer, and now is a great time to buy 4 of my favorite sets of the year – from bargain LG OLEDs to huge mini-LEDs
If you're thinking of buying a new TV, here are four excellent models we've tested to get you started.
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4 bargain soundbars that will instantly upgrade your TV's built-in sound
Put more boom in your room with these cut-price soundbar deals, including Dolby Atmos options
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I made the switch to 4K Blu-ray and have never looked back — these are the discs I'd recommend above all others
These six 4K UHD Blu-ray discs will make excellent additions to anyone's collection – whether you're new to the format or not.
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There's a new super-cheap, super-small Dolby Atmos surround soundbar in town
Majority's new soundbars are extremely affordable, extremely small, and pretty well-equipped
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Budget-friendly OLED TVs don't get much better than the LG B5 – this entry-level OLED 'offers impressive pictures for the price'
If you're shopping for a new mid-sized OLED TV and you have a tight budget, then it's easy to recommend this excellent LG B5 while it's massively reduced in the Presidents' Day sales at Best Buy.
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'A resounding home run' - the Nothing Ear (a) earbuds are some of the best we've tested and they even converted me from being an in-ear headphones skeptic
The Nothing Ear (a) are the earbuds that brought me back to the world of in-ear headphones - and they're not even pricey.
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3 upgrades I want to see in the imminent Sony XM6 flagship earbuds
It’s been nearly three years since the Sony WF-1000XM5; there are some open goals for Sony to improving on in the new version, which it's teasing heavily for a launch this week.
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Is this the dream lossless Dolby Atmos music service for audiophiles?
Grammy-nominated musician and producer Steven Wilson has launched his own high-tech audio platform, for the audiophiles out there.
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Wireless speakers full of phenomenal features that pack a sonic wallop
I test wireless speakers for a living – and based on my hands-on experience, these offer the kind of superb sound and fantastic features you won’t want to miss
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These ultra-cheap wireless earbuds let you play Flappy Bird on the charging case, and it sure is one of the features of all time
Flappy Bird on an earbuds case? These ultra-cheap earbuds come with gaming functionality, and while I’m not convinced it adds value, it is fun…
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These Best Buy Presidents' Day wireless headphones deals are music to our ears
The Presidents' Day sales have begun at Best Buy, and you can land some serious savings on awesome headphones, starting from just $49.99.
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The 'RePod' turns your 'forgotten' Apple Watch into an iPod
I'm not sure we all an Ultra sitting unloved in a drawer, as seems to be the implication here with this otherwise interesting idea…
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The Apple Watch Ultra 3 and Garmin Fenix 8 are still too expensive for most marathon runners this year, which is why the Garmin Epix Pro represents outrageous value right now
Get the Garmin Epix Pro at 45% off instead of a full-price Garmin Fenix 8.
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Fitbit’s Gemini-powered AI health coach is now rolling out to iOS users
Fitbit has expanded its Google Gemini-powered AI health coach to iOS users.
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Can sleep trackers really detect sleep apnea? I tested 3 top models to find out
These sleep trackers claim to be able to detect breathing irregularities as you sleep – so how did they fare when I challenged them to sniff out my diagnosed disorder?
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'It is never just a photo' — how these stunning Iberian Lynx photos are aiding conservation work
Professional photographer Alexandra Surkova reveals her fascinating journey into wildlife photography, and her passion of photographing Iberian Lynx.
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Just bought the best-selling Sony A7 V? Here are the 9 best lenses for it
I love shooting with the best-selling Sony A7 V – and if you've just bought one, then these are the 9 Sony and third-party lenses I’d recommend to go with it
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Noisy FPV drones are dividing viewer opinion at the Winter Olympics
FPV drones are offering a dramatic new perspective at the 2026 Winter Olympics, but many viewers are labelling them a distraction.
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I found my dream lens – why the Viltrox 35mm F1.2 LAB never leaves my Nikon camera
Viltrox's priciest prime lens is optically incredible, versatile for documentary work, and costs a fraction of proprietary equivalents
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'Satisfying and great-tasting results' — this five-star De'Longhi coffee maker is a spectacular value
The De'Longhi La Specialista Arte Evo earned full marks in our 2024 review, and it's still an exceptional buy for beginner baristas.
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IKEA just released the smart sensor range I've been waiting for
Take a look at my favorite picks from IKEA's new Matter-compatible smart sensor lineup.
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Segway Navimow CEO on why it won't be 'simply piling on features' in its robot lawn mowers
Exclusive: 'I have always hoped that technology can truly be applied to people's daily needs.'
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Get your caffeine fix at home for less with this four-star Breville Bambino Plus at a record-low price on Amazon
The Breville Bambino Plus is a great espresso machine with simple to use features. It's on sale now at Amazon and is a delightful addition to your kitchen.
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The best budget gaming PC 2026
Looking to get into PC gaming? I put this guide together to help you find a formidable entry-level rig that won't break the bank.
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The best Shark vacuum cleaners for every home – tried and tested
Whether your priority is powerful suction, a nimble build or advanced features, I've found a Shark vacuum for you.
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The best laptop for kids 2025
Check out our top picks of the best laptops for kids of all ages - whether they're still in school or heading off to college.
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I've tested the best hair stylers on the market – these are my top picks for every budget
These talented multi-stylers managed to make me look put-together, with minimal effort and skill.
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UpdatedThe best Xbox VPNs: top picks based on expert testing to ensure your gaming session is secured without latency issues
Want to level up your Xbox? These Xbox VPNs are the best you can get, expert tested, and easy to use.
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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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UpdatedThe best wireless speakers, all tested by us — from Apple, JBL, Sonos and more
Looking for the best wireless speaker? These are the top TechRadar-reviewed and approved buys to hear music throughout your home.
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'Satisfying and great-tasting results' — this five-star De'Longhi coffee maker is a spectacular value
The De'Longhi La Specialista Arte Evo earned full marks in our 2024 review, and it's still an exceptional buy for beginner baristas.
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Get your caffeine fix at home for less with this four-star Breville Bambino Plus at a record-low price on Amazon
The Breville Bambino Plus is a great espresso machine with simple to use features. It's on sale now at Amazon and is a delightful addition to your kitchen.
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Amazon's Presidents' Day sale is surprisingly filled with award-winning tech gadgets — here's everything I'd buy as a deals expert
Amazon just launched its Presidents' Day sale, and some of its best deals are on award-winning tech gadgets, including AirPods, TVs, smart home devices, and more.
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I'm fed up with expensive RAM kits, but I've found the perfect one for my PC
The RAM crisis has left very few inexpensive options available on the market, but Adata's XPG 32GB option fits the bill.
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Snag a KitchenAid stand mixer half price, and bake up a storm this Valentine's Day
Find huge savings on KitchenAid's officially refurbished mixers, which come complete with warranties and full customer service.
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The Apple Watch Ultra 3 and Garmin Fenix 8 are still too expensive for most marathon runners this year, which is why the Garmin Epix Pro represents outrageous value right now
Get the Garmin Epix Pro at 45% off instead of a full-price Garmin Fenix 8.
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Microsoft confirms Windows 11 26H1 update is for Snapdragon X2 laptops only
Microsoft confirms Windows 11 26H1 is for Snapdragon X2 laptops only — but there's no mention of Nvidia's Arm CPU.
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Discord users are furious about new age verification checks that are coming soon
Discord has announced that it's rolling out age verification checks globally from March, and the decision has sparked fury from many privacy-conscious users.
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Here's a cheap yet essential XR glasses accessory I can't live without
Got XR glasses? Save yourself from battery troubles and get a cheap USB-C adapter like this one from RayNeo.
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Microsoft hasn't just dropped support for loads of printers in Windows 11
Heard some printers are going to stop working with Windows 11? Here's what you need to know, and what to do if you own an affected model.
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As someone who's been playing fighting games for over a decade, these are the fight sticks I recommend for when a standard controller just won't cut it
Looking to get into fighting games? These are the fight sticks I would recommend for beginners from 8BitDo, Hori, and more.
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I've spent a month with the Animal Crossing New Horizons’ Switch 2 upgrade
ACNH is a much worse experience when I’m the only person in my friend group playing it.
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Cloud gaming on TVs suddenly looks like the future thanks to big changes
With 4K 120Hz arriving on TV cloud gaming and hardware prices rising, maybe you don't need an Xbox or PS5 any more.
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Best PS5 games: the 28 top PlayStation 5 titles to play in 2026
If you're looking for the best PS5 games right now, you can't go wrong with these essential picks. Here's the 28 top titles available on the platform.
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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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Surfshark partners with Internews to protect journalists and activists with free VPN access
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Telegram CEO condemns new restrictions in Russia as citizens turn to VPNs to bypass the blocks
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'Simple but dangerous’ – Top VPNs targeted by typosquatting as 14% of fake domains found to be malicious
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ExpressVPN ditches USD-only billing for fixed local rates in major update
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The NordVPN birthday sale just launched — free Amazon gift cards up to $50 now available across all of our favorite plans
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Discord, we all know this isn't really about 'creating a safer community', so I'm done with your app — but I'm not sure where to go next
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Safer Internet Day – How the VPN industry is reacting to the rising risks of AI
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Claude desktop extension can be hijacked to send out malware by a simple Google Calendar event
AI assistants apparently can't distinguish between instructions and data, and that is at the center of many zero-click prompt injection attacks.
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Could this be a new era for 3D printers? Major milestone reached as tungsten printing is now finally possible
Scientists have found a way to 3D print tungsten carbide by softening it rather than melting it, preserving its strength while avoiding common metal-printing defects.
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64GB of DDR5 RAM now costs more than a MacBook Air - memory prices have surged 300% in just six months
64GB of DDR5 RAM surges from the low $200s to over $1000 in six months, with prices still climbing.
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'SDUC cards in multi-terabyte capacities are already shipping': but where are these removable memory cards with 4TB or 8TB capacities that Sandisk launched almost two years ago?
The SD Association outlines a future of SD Express speeds and SDUC capacities up to 128TB, although where are the 4TB and 8TB cards announced years ago?
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