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Sony FE 100mm f/2.8 Macro GM OSS review: a flawless, premium lens for macro fans
The Sony FE 100mm f/2.8 Macro GM OSS is the update to its 10-year-old predecessor, and it's the lens Sony macro lovers have been dreaming of.
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Agatha Christie's Seven Dials review: Netflix doesn't make a weak crime story any better
As a former Agatha Christie-obsessed teenager, it breaks my heart to report that Seven Dials on Netflix is a criminal adaptation of a master at work.
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Kodak Charmera review: the viral keychain digital camera is so bad, that I actually love it
Kodak, the prominent producer of cheap compact cameras, goes even smaller and cheaper with the Charmera keychain camera
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HP Omen Max 16 gaming laptop review
The HP Omen Max 16 is a powerful gaming laptop that offers excellent performance for a very competitive price - but the design is dated.
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Ninja BlendBOSS Tumbler Blender review: a cooler way to make silky smoothies
Whip up your favorite smoothies and shakes at home, then take them anywhere with the BlendBOSS's 26oz travel tumbler.
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A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms review: HBO Max's new Game of Thrones show is a timely and triumphant underdog story for the ages
A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms is a near-medieval masterpiece that stands tall among its Game of Thrones peers.
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Tribit QuietPlus 81 review: cheap ANC headphones with a few too many flaws
I tested these ultra-cheap noise cancelling headphones from Tribit, and they prove that a low price doesn’t mean you’re getting high value for money.
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Look out Mint - Metro by T-Mobile's new deal gets you an unlimited data plan for just $25 per month
Metro by T-Mobile has just debuted its best-ever batch of deals for new customers this week, with seriously cheap plans across the board.
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2016 is back in fashion — here are the phones we were using for Vine, Snapchat filters, and Pokemon Go
The web is alive with the sound of 2016 nostalgia – let’s take a look back at the best phones of our favorite era.
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‘This credit isn’t meant to make up for what happened. No credit really can’: Verizon is offering a $20 credit after its major outage — but will it be enough?
But it's something, right?
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New customers at Verizon can get $200 with a new line, plus a free iPhone 17 Pro Max and other excellent deals
Verizon's excellent bonus gift for new customers is a great option - don't hesitate to switch if you want a $200 egift card for cheaper bills.
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‘That model has finally broken': Nothing CEO says the era of bargain smartphones is over – and that its prices could jump by 30%
Nothing's CEO says the 'specs race' is over, as rising memory prices mean 'intentional design' is more important than ever.
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I used Gemini on Android for 3 months – now I know why Apple had no choice but to partner with Google
For the first time in years, I’m excited about the future of the iPhone. And that excitement is coming from Google, not Cupertino.
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The Google Pixel 10a could launch early and at a surprise low price
The Google Pixel 10a might land on February 17 and its possible colors, storage, and price have also leaked.
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Quordle hints and answers for Friday, January 16 (game #1453)
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 Friday, January 16 (game #684)
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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Owner of big gaming platform GOG can't believe how bad Windows 11 is
Windows 11 is taking a lot of heat these days, and GOG ('Good Old Games') is the latest to fire flak at Microsoft's OS.
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How human motion is fueling the robot revolution — by teaching robots like Atlas to move in lifelike ways
Atlas and other humanoid robots are trained to learn complex human movements using VR and motion capture.
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NYT Wordle today — answer and my hints for game #1671, Thursday, January 15
Looking for Wordle hints? I can help. Plus get the answers to Wordle today and yesterday.
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Meta just killed my Meta Quest 4 hype, as it culls several VR game studios
Meta just closed several VR studios, but VR gaming isn’t dead yet (I hope).
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Micron is 'trying to help consumers' in RAM crisis despite Crucial closure
Micron is even more unpopular after trying to defend its decision to shut down the Crucial brand of consumer RAM.
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2016 is back in fashion — here are the phones we were using for Vine, Snapchat filters, and Pokemon Go
The web is alive with the sound of 2016 nostalgia – let’s take a look back at the best phones of our favorite era.
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Apple Notes could be my go-to life organizer with this big iOS 26.4 upgrade
A report claims that Apple Notes will get a Google Gemini-powered upgrade in iOS 26.4
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6 popular Apple apps now need a subscription to get every new feature
Apple’s Creator Studio subscription locks features behind a paywall and comes with some unpopular new icons.
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You can still get the MacBook Air M4 for $199 with a trade at Best Buy
Best Buy's current deal is a match for the best we've ever seen
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I used Gemini on Android for 3 months – now I know why Apple had no choice but to partner with Google
For the first time in years, I’m excited about the future of the iPhone. And that excitement is coming from Google, not Cupertino.
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Amazon unveils perfect first photo of Sophie Turner's Lara Croft for Tomb Raider show
Tomb Raider fans have walked back on their criticism of Sophie Turner playing Lara Croft after Amazon released the show's first official image.
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A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms was almost a HBO Max movie, creator reveals
The new Game of Thrones show's creator explains why it won't be released all at once – and how it almost saw the light of day as a movie instead.
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I wanted to hate Euphoria season 3, but the HBO Max show's trailer won me over
Euphoria season three's production delays have fueled my frustration with the HBO Max show, but the new trailer is blockbuster-worthy.
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Daredevil: Born Again season 2 will include 'very cool surprises' about Jessica Jones
Marvel fans have a new big theory about Jessica Jones' return in the Disney+ show's second season.
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Marvel 'actively developing' season 2 of one of its worst-rated Disney+ shows
Marvel's Head of TV and Animation has provided a major update on the future of adult animated show Marvel Zombies.
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Samsung S95H - here's everything we know about the 2026 flagship OLED
Everything we know about the Samsung S95H, the 2026 flagship OLED TV that Samsung revealed at CES.
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Prep for the Super Bowl with these 15 incredible TV deals I've found at Best Buy — shop 4K, QLED, and OLED displays from $80
If you're looking for a new TV for the Super Bowl, Best Buy has some incredible deals, and I'm rounding up my 15 favorite, including up to 50% off 4K, QLED, and OLED displays.
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UpdatedThe best gaming TV for all budgets, all real-world tested by our experts
Our 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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The best 4K Blu-ray players: Ultra HD marvels chosen by our experts
Streaming services are popular, but there's no better way to watch movies than with the best 4K Blu-ray players.
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Amazon is bringing 50 Roku channels to Fire TV, and they're completely free to stream.
Fire TV is getting another slew of free streaming channels, now you can watch The Roku Channel without a Roku device.
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Fender's Play platform is coming to Samsung TVs everywhere – grab your axe by summer 2026
Fender Play is making its TV debut — get ready to shred, only on Samsung screens
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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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OpenAI is developing an AI wearable with a strange twist, new leak claims
OpenAI’s next wearable looks like Apple’s AirPods and will give you constant access to ChatGPT.
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Spotify is hiking its prices again – here's how much you'll soon be paying
There's another Spotify price hike on the way, and we can't say we're entirely surprised.
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As Bandcamp posts a short, two-point policy banning AI music on its site, I wonder why it's so hard for Spotify…
Bandcamp just showed Spotify how it's done, banning 'any use of AI tools to impersonate other artists or styles'
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Sony teases launch of 'a new form of listening' – here's what we think it is
Sony is teasing a new product launch for next week, and tipsters are predicting that it's for the Sony LinkBuds Clip.
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I'm prepared to die for these limited edition Hatsune Miku Sony earbuds and I don't care who knows it
Sony has unveiled a new limited edition Hatsune Miku variant of its LinkBuds Fit earbuds.
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Pro-Ject is Box-ing clever with two new head-fi amps
Pro-Ject's new balanced headphone amps promise to get the best from even hard-to-drive headphones
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Spotify claims it's not forcing AI-generated music onto listeners.
Spotify says it's not the reason why unwanted AI music is appearing in your Discover Weekly playlist.
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Buying GuideThe best swimming headphones 2026: Top waterproof bone conduction headphones
Listen to your favorite tunes as you swim with the best swimming headphones and earbuds.
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How human motion is fueling the robot revolution — by teaching robots like Atlas to move in lifelike ways
Atlas and other humanoid robots are trained to learn complex human movements using VR and motion capture.
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New report identifies the most data-hungry fitness apps
Surfshark analyzed 16 different fitness apps, and ranked them by most to least data collection.
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Sony FE 100mm f/2.8 Macro GM OSS review: a flawless, premium lens for macro fans
The Sony FE 100mm f/2.8 Macro GM OSS is the update to its 10-year-old predecessor, and it's the lens Sony macro lovers have been dreaming of.
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UpdatedThe best bird feeder cameras we've tested for birdwatching at home
If you want to see which feathered friends are visiting your garden, we've reviewed the best bird feeder cameras for you
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UpdatedToday's best cameras for vlogging, recommended based on in-depth testing
My guide to the best cameras for vlogging rounds up all of our top picks for on-the-move video creators, at all price points.
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UpdatedThe best compact camera: top choices to take anywhere
Our best compact camera guide will help you find the right pocket camera for you, whatever your budget.
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IKEA's official color of 2026 is Rebel Pink — here are 21 ways to add this rosy hue to your kitchen
Add an unexpected splash of modern blush pink to your kitchen for a touch of warmth.
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This viral smart scale has over 350,000 five-star reviews on Amazon — and it's on sale for only $19.99
The viral Renpho smart scale is feature-packed with over 350,000 positive reviews on Amazon, and it's on sale for only $19.99.
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IKEA's new compact microwave and air fryer combo might be the only cooker your kitchen needs
Imagine what you could do with all that extra space
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We're definitely beta testing this technology": is Alexa+ really bad, or are our expectations for free services too high?
Alexa+ just rolled out for Prime customers for free, but not everyone is thrilled by the change. Others argue you really should be, here's why
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UpdatedThe best bird feeder cameras we've tested for birdwatching at home
If you want to see which feathered friends are visiting your garden, we've reviewed the best bird feeder cameras for you
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Today's best cameras for vlogging, recommended based on in-depth testing
My guide to the best cameras for vlogging rounds up all of our top picks for on-the-move video creators, at all price points.
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The best compact camera: top choices to take anywhere
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The best gaming TV for all budgets, all real-world tested by our experts
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The best 4K Blu-ray players: Ultra HD marvels chosen by our experts
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Look out Mint - Metro by T-Mobile's new deal gets you an unlimited data plan for just $25 per month
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Prep for the Super Bowl with these 15 incredible TV deals I've found at Best Buy — shop 4K, QLED, and OLED displays from $80
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New customers at Verizon can get $200 with a new line, plus a free iPhone 17 Pro Max and other excellent deals
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Owner of big gaming platform GOG can't believe how bad Windows 11 is
Windows 11 is taking a lot of heat these days, and GOG ('Good Old Games') is the latest to fire flak at Microsoft's OS.
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Meta just killed my Meta Quest 4 hype, as it culls several VR game studios
Meta just closed several VR studios, but VR gaming isn’t dead yet (I hope).
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AI haters be warned – Windows 11's folders may get a big dose of Copilot AI
Microsoft could put Copilot in Windows 11's File Explorer in a far more in-your-face way than the AI is right now.
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The 5 best smart glasses from CES 2026, including the first with HDR10
We got 20-26 vision at CES this year thanks to the five best smart glasses announced at the show
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Hyperpop PS5 controller and console cover pre-orders build-up — all the best links ahead of the new DualSense and faceplate collection dropping tomorrow
We've got all the best information and links for Sony's latest addition to its suite of PS5 controllers and console covers: the Hyperopop Collection.
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Marvel Rivals Season 6 launch: our live coverage of the Deadpool update
Here's our coverage of the launch of Marvel Rivals Season 6 as it happens. This includes a look at the release time, and the new Hero Deadpool.
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Rockstar has seemingly shut down the Bully Online mod that went viral last month — 'Know this was not something we wanted', dev says
One month after launch, the viral Bully Online mod has been shut down, seemingly at the order of Rockstar Games.
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NYT Connections hints and answers for Friday, January 16 (game #950)
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Connectivity issues? Mullvad’s OpenVPN shutdown is happening today – here's all you need to do to keep using the VPN
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ExpressVPN finally launches a business VPN to take on NordLayer
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NordVPN vs Proton VPN — which provider is better for you?
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"Workarounds are very limited" – VPNs stop working in Uganda as internet connectivity drops
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Norton VPN just dropped exclusive prices for TechRadar readers on new two-year plans — here's how to get the best deal for you
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Security researchers warn Telegram links can doxx you – even with a VPN
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VPN interest spikes in Uganda as the internet gets disrupted ahead of the general elections
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Microsoft Copilot AI attack took just a single click to compromise users - here's what we know
Varonis uncovers a new way to carry out prompt injection attacks, forcing Microsoft into a quick fix.
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ExpressVPN finally launches a business VPN to take on NordLayer
ExpressVPN for Teams is designed to help small and medium-sized businesses secure their remote workforce with centralized management and dedicated IPs.
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Windows Server 2008 is finally gone, after Microsoft pulls support at last
Microsoft has ended all support (ESU and PA) for Windows Vista and Windows Server 2008, and we mean all support.
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Massive breach leaks 45 million French records: demographic, healthcare, and financial data all leaked, here's what we know
Someone has been collecting data leaked in several breaches and putting it into an open database.
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