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9 smart home gifts that’ll please tech whizzes and novices alike
Still pondering over your Christmas shopping list? Here are nine smart home gifts to please everyone.
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9 inspired gift ideas for the music lover in your life, hand-picked by an audio expert
Know a music-lover and looking for inspiration on what to buy them? Have a look at this little lot.
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12 running gifts sporty people will be glad to get
From top-tier running socks to training and recovery accessories, these are 12 running gifts sporty people will be glad to get.
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I'm a trained barista, and these are my top 12 Christmas gifts for coffee lovers
Turn your loved one's kitchen into a coffee house with these premium barista tools they'll use every time they brew.
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12 Pokémon gift ideas that make up for the lack of TCG stock — trust me, I have a Pikachu tattoo
It's hard to find the right gift for a Pokémon enthusiast, but don't worry, I've used my 30 years of experience to pick some awesome presents for the holidays.
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This Xbox Ally deal is an easy option over the Steam Deck this Holiday
Black Friday and Cyber Monday are long gone, but that doesn't mean winter sales are, and the Asus ROG Xbox Ally is fortunately on sale on Amazon.
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I test 4K Blu-rays for a living and these are the 12 discs I’d buy movie lovers for Christmas
If you're looking for 4K Blu-rays to add to your collection or gift to a fan this Christmas, these are my top 12 discs that I've personally tested.
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Need a last-minute gift? Walmart has a massive sale with deals from Apple, Ninja, Shark, Lego, and more
Walmart has a massive weekend holiday sale on best-selling gifts, and I'm rounding up the 25 best, including AirPods, coffee makers, Lego, and more.
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12 perfect gifts for passionate home cooks, curated by a kitchen tech editor
The kitchen tools and gadgets they didn't know they always wanted.
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Leica M EV1 review: a new, practical kind of Leica M
The Leica M EV1 is the first Leica rangefinder without... the optical rangefinder. In its place, a useful EVF, which can make manual focusing much simpler.
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Amadeus review: classical music is Bach and better than ever in Sky drama
Forget everything you know about the history, the play and the movie – Sky's interpretation of Amadeus will make you see the story with fresh eyes.
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I tested Ring’s new outdoor camera in my garden and was blown away by the picture quality (and high price tag)
The Ring Outdoor Cam Pro's 4K resolution and 10x magnification with pinch-to-zoom give you a better view than ever
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Bosch Tassimo Finesse Friendly review: a cheap and cheerful coffee maker, but beware its hidden costs
Looking for a cheap and cheerful coffee maker? The Finesse Friendly could be the one for you, but mind how much you're spending on pods.
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Soundpeats Clip1 review: affordable open earbuds with some solid features and a reliable grip.
The Soundpeats Clip1 are budget clipping open earbuds done right, and they're great budget alternatives to Shokz or Bose options.
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LG StanByME 2 review: a versatile TV that’s way more useful than I expected
The LG StanByMe 2 is a unique TV proposition and I wasn't sure I'd find a need for it at home – how wrong I was.
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Goodbye June review: New Netflix movie is this year's Christmas tearjerker
Did I have Helen Mirren being fictionally killed off on my Christmas bingo card? No – but I'm so glad she agreed to star in new Netflix movie Goodbye June.
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Google smashes language barriers with live translation for any earbuds on Android — here’s how it works
You no longer have to use Pixel Buds to take advantage of live translations in Google Translate - now all earbuds are compatible.
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UpdatedBest iPhone 2025
We've tested and ranked the best iPhones, from the supersized iPhone 17 Pro Max to the budget-friendly iPhone 16e.
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The Samsung Galaxy Z Trifold could be the perfect mobile movie machine – and I can’t wait to try it out
The Samsung Galaxy Z Trifold could become the device of choice for watching movies on the go, with a larger screen than any tablet-style folding phone before it
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iOS 26.2 has added a handy feature to make notifications more noticeable
iOS 26.2 adds a feature that will flash the screen when an alert comes in, giving you a new way to know you've got a notification.
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Today's best Samsung Galaxy S25 deals: free devices, cheap plans, upfront discounts, and more
This week's best Samsung Galaxy S25 deals could see you taking home one of these stunning devices for free.
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The RAM crisis will see smartphone specs go backwards in 2026, experts warn – here's why
Thanks to rising RAM prices, phone makers might choose to equip their upcoming handsets with less of it.
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Motion Cues for Android is edging closer to a launch, with a new change
Android devices could work better for passengers if this anti-motion sickness feature finally sees the light of day.
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Quordle hints and answers for Tuesday, December 16 (game #1422)
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 Tuesday, December 16 (game #653)
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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Google smashes language barriers with live translation for any earbuds on Android — here’s how it works
You no longer have to use Pixel Buds to take advantage of live translations in Google Translate - now all earbuds are compatible.
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Beat the RAM price rises with this free Windows 11 hack for an instant speed boost
I’ll show you how Windows 11’s virtual memory hack can help you beat RAM price rises.
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A man lost '20 years of digital life' thanks to an Apple gift card –here's how
A developer’s Apple Account got banned after they used a compromised gift card, locking away their digital life.
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Epic last-minute gaming laptop deal: get 26% off the Lenovo Legion with an RTX 5060 and OLED display
Lenovo makes some great gaming laptops and this Lenovo Legion gaming laptop deal is a fantastic option. Here's why you'll love it.
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It’s a great time to buy an eGPU – and UGreen’s new Razer rival has two major tricks up its sleeve
UGreen is taking the fight to Razer and other eGPU dock manufacturers, with the new Linkstation eGPU dock launching in China.
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UpdatedBest iPhone 2025
We've tested and ranked the best iPhones, from the supersized iPhone 17 Pro Max to the budget-friendly iPhone 16e.
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A man lost '20 years of digital life' thanks to an Apple gift card –here's how
A developer’s Apple Account got banned after they used a compromised gift card, locking away their digital life.
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iOS 26.2 has added a handy feature to make notifications more noticeable
iOS 26.2 adds a feature that will flash the screen when an alert comes in, giving you a new way to know you've got a notification.
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Apple needs to make a smart ring to save me from this ridiculous situation
I think we need an Apple Ring because I hate the watch.
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iPadOS 26.2 is on the way to your Apple tablet, including these upgrades
Split View and Slide Over are getting more straightforward with the latest iPadOS update, available now.
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What is the release date for Fallout season 2 episode 1 on Prime Video?
The first episode of Fallout season 2 will be out shortly – find out when you can watch it where you live.
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Emily in Paris season 5 release date and time on Netflix
Emily's left the city of love in favor of a new life in Rome... but will it stick? And when is Emily in Paris season 5 on Netflix?
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New Spider-Man: Brand New Day story leaks emerge online as filming reportedly wraps on Tom Holland's next Marvel movie
Spider-Man 4 just got a major filming update – and a fresh look at its logo via a production wrap gift.
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Amadeus review: classical music is Bach and better than ever in Sky drama
Forget everything you know about the history, the play and the movie – Sky's interpretation of Amadeus will make you see the story with fresh eyes.
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ExclusiveConnie Nielsen on Robin Hood episode 8 and 'celebrating our power'
If women aren’t watching Robin Hood by episode 8, they need to now — one star has just ‘informed our view of who we can really be’.
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Your LG TV may get an unremovable Microsoft Copilot app in its next update
LG has added Microsoft Copilot to its customers' TVs – and they can't delete it
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Want to know which 2025 LG OLED TV to buy? I tested three models side-by-side, and there's one clear winner
I evaluated the G5, C5 and B5 side-by-side to find out which is the best overall value.
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Best Buy drops this 43-inch 4K TV to a super-low $99.99 — but not for long
As part of its big end-of-year sales, Best Buy has dropped this 43-inch 4K TV to a ridiculously low price of just $99.99.
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YouTube's TV app is getting a big makeover with these 5 upgrades
The YouTube app for TVs is finally getting a long-promised makeover – here are all the handy improvements.
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Move over, Bang & Olufsen: Germany's Loewe is expanding to the US and it's bringing its super-premium OLED TVs
Loewe's high-end OLEDs include some very striking designs and unusual materials
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LG StanByME 2 review: a versatile TV that’s way more useful than I expected
The LG StanByMe 2 is a unique TV proposition and I wasn't sure I'd find a need for it at home – how wrong I was.
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JMGO’s new, feature-packed portable 4K projector is surprisingly cheap — but only for a limited time
JMGO's short-throw projector is very bright and comes packed with features
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Spotify is down – here's what we know about the outage so far
Is Spotify down for you? You're not alone – many users are reporting problems with the app today.
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Meet B&O’s elite new Phantom and Mirage speakers — if you need to know the price, you can't afford them
It’s POA only for Bang & Olufsen’s huge multi-driver speakers in ‘Phantom’ or ‘Mirage’
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The best wireless headphones, chosen by our experts for all budgets
These are the best Bluetooth headphones we've tested, whatever your budget or your priority.
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UpdatedThe best over-ear headphones for any budget, all tested by our experts
Looking for the best-sounding headphones? These are the cans you need to get more from your music.
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Soundpeats Clip1 review: affordable open earbuds with some solid features and a reliable grip.
The Soundpeats Clip1 are budget clipping open earbuds done right, and they're great budget alternatives to Shokz or Bose options.
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Topping's new desktop DAC comes fully loaded for a very low price
Topping's E50 II DAC delivers a lot of musical bang for less than two hundred bucks
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Here's your chance to score the latest Apple AirPods Pro 3 for a record-low price
The Apple AirPods Pro 3 just got a huge discount after Black Friday, and they could be yours now for $199/£199.
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Apple needs to make a smart ring to save me from this ridiculous situation
I think we need an Apple Ring because I hate the watch.
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5 essential low-impact muscle-building moves for over 50s, according to an expert Peloton trainer
I spoke to a Peloton professional trainer to get the best tips for staying fit and healthy when over 50.
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You can now talk to your DJI Neo or Flip drone from your Apple Watch
DJI looks set to push out a couple more products before a US ban is expected to come into effect on 23 December.
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Leica M EV1 review: a new, practical kind of Leica M
The Leica M EV1 is the first Leica rangefinder without... the optical rangefinder. In its place, a useful EVF, which can make manual focusing much simpler.
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UpdatedThe best point and shoot camera 2025, all tested thoroughly
Looking for the best point and shoot camera you can buy in 2025? We've rounded up all of the top options for every budget.
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UpdatedBest Sony lenses 2025: we've tested top lenses for Sony mirrorless cameras
If you've got a Sony mirrorless camera, these are the lenses you need to know about.
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You can now talk to your DJI Neo or Flip drone from your Apple Watch
DJI looks set to push out a couple more products before a US ban is expected to come into effect on 23 December.
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Pantone's color of 2026 is creamy Cloud Dancer – and here are 12 ways to bring it into your kitchen
This soft off-white shade will complement your existing style, whether it's classic or modern.
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I tested Ring’s new outdoor camera in my garden and was blown away by the picture quality (and high price tag)
The Ring Outdoor Cam Pro's 4K resolution and 10x magnification with pinch-to-zoom give you a better view than ever
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Bosch Tassimo Finesse Friendly review: a cheap and cheerful coffee maker, but beware its hidden costs
Looking for a cheap and cheerful coffee maker? The Finesse Friendly could be the one for you, but mind how much you're spending on pods.
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9 smart home gifts that’ll please tech whizzes and novices alike
Still pondering over your Christmas shopping list? Here are nine smart home gifts to please everyone.
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Best iPhone 2025
We've tested and ranked the best iPhones, from the supersized iPhone 17 Pro Max to the budget-friendly iPhone 16e.
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The best wireless headphones, chosen by our experts for all budgets
These are the best Bluetooth headphones we've tested, whatever your budget or your priority.
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Updated
The best over-ear headphones for any budget, all tested by our experts
Looking for the best-sounding headphones? These are the cans you need to get more from your music.
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Updated
The best point and shoot camera 2025, all tested thoroughly
Looking for the best point and shoot camera you can buy in 2025? We've rounded up all of the top options for every budget.
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Best Sony lenses 2025: we've tested top lenses for Sony mirrorless cameras
If you've got a Sony mirrorless camera, these are the lenses you need to know about.
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UpdatedThe best VPN service 2025
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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The best foldable phones: top tablet and flip foldables from Samsung, Google, and more
The best foldable phones, from the new Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold to the latest Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 and more
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Snag a $100 gift card when you buy the Meta Quest 3 VR headset at Amazon
Amazon is throwing in a $100 gift card with the Meta Quest 3 VR headset right now
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The incredible MacBook Air M4 is our laptop of the year - and you can get it for as low as $299 at Best Buy with these deals
The MacBook Air M4 is our laptop of the year and it's on sale now at Best Buy with $200 off and other ways to save even more. Here's why you need it.
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Epic last-minute gaming laptop deal: get 26% off the Lenovo Legion with an RTX 5060 and OLED display
Lenovo makes some great gaming laptops and this Lenovo Legion gaming laptop deal is a fantastic option. Here's why you'll love it.
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Today's best Samsung Galaxy S25 deals: free devices, cheap plans, upfront discounts, and more
This week's best Samsung Galaxy S25 deals could see you taking home one of these stunning devices for free.
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Kindle deals are back at Amazon and arrive before Christmas - shop deals form $89.99
Kindle e-reader deals are back at Amazon and arrive before Christmas — here are the best deals, with up to 20% in savings and prices starting at just $89.99.
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Best Buy drops this 43-inch 4K TV to a super-low $99.99 — but not for long
As part of its big end-of-year sales, Best Buy has dropped this 43-inch 4K TV to a ridiculously low price of just $99.99.
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LastPass coupons in Dec 2025 |
SPONSORED Use our LastPass coupons to save on the price of plans from the password manager software and manage your logins for less.
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Acer Promo Codes in Dec 2025 |
SPONSORED Add one of our Acer promo codes to your order to save on the price of laptops, peripherals, accessories & more.
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Surfshark coupons for Dec 2025 |
SPONSORED These Surfshark coupons can be added to your order to save on VPN and antivirus software plans with the leading VPN brand.
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Sling TV Promo Codes for December 2025
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Steelcase coupon codes for Dec 2025 |
SPONSORED Save with these Steelcase coupon codes on gaming chairs, office chairs, office desks, standing desks, and more.
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Meta promo codes for Dec 2025
SPONSORED These Meta promo codes can help you save money on Meta's virtual & augmented reality headsets and other gaming peripherals.
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SPONSORED Activate one of these Motorola discount codes to lower the price of the brand's flagship smartphones and accessories.
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Beautyrest promo codes for Dec 2025 |
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McAfee promo codes for Dec 2025 |
SPONSORED Use one of our McAfee coupons to save money on award-winning antivirus software and VPN plans.
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Google smashes language barriers with live translation for any earbuds on Android — here’s how it works
You no longer have to use Pixel Buds to take advantage of live translations in Google Translate - now all earbuds are compatible.
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Beat the RAM price rises with this free Windows 11 hack for an instant speed boost
I’ll show you how Windows 11’s virtual memory hack can help you beat RAM price rises.
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The macOS Tahoe 26.2 update is rolling out now – here's what's new
Once you get the new macOS Tahoe 26.2 update, you can try out Edge Light if you've got an Apple Silicon Mac.
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Microsoft Store now offers free handpicked themes to spruce up Windows 11
Microsoft wants to make it easy to revamp your Windows 11 desktop by offering free curated themes in its store.
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NYT Connections hints and answers for Tuesday, December 16 (game #919)
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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Arc Raiders Cold Snap update release date — Snowfall map condition, new Quests, and more
The Arc Raiders Cold Snap update arrives soon. Here's the release date, and what we know about new quests, map conditions, and more.
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Resident Evil Requiem will be a mix of Resident Evil 2 and 4, and I'm all in
Capcom is doing exactly what I hoped for with Resident Evil Requiem, and it may lead to the best title in the franchise.
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Snag a $100 gift card when you buy the Meta Quest 3 VR headset at Amazon
Amazon is throwing in a $100 gift card with the Meta Quest 3 VR headset right now
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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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Russia threatens to block all Google services in a 'soft squeeze' of US tech
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The best VPN service 2025
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India orders VPNs to block access to websites that unlawfully expose citizens' data
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Politicians propose VPN ban for children in the UK
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Switzerland will revise proposed law change after backlash from tech industry
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Mullvad retires OpenVPN support on desktop, pushing all users to WireGuard
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Online safety debate: peer claims kids' VPNs 'expose devices to viruses'
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Microsoft will expand bug bounties - even on programs without official payouts
Any dodgy code affecting Microsoft's products and services will now be covered under the 'In Scope by Default' bug bounty program.
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Worried about internet connectivity during your holiday? Have your data secured with Ubigi eSIM
Global coverage, fast 5G speeds, and flexible data plans for travelers and remote workers.
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Home Depot reportedly left internal systems at risk for over a year
Security researcher finds Home Depot GitHub token left behind by mistake for more than a year.
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Russian court ruling could see $129 million freeze on some of Google's French assets
Google is facing a temporary freeze on €110 million in French assets.
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