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Honor 600 Pro review: as iPhone-y as Android gets (but is that such a bad thing?) -
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LG Sound Suite H7 review: a great Dolby Atmos Sonos rival with a unique trick -
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Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S II review: a flawless workhorse lens -
Ray-Ban Meta (2nd generation) review: still the best smart glasses for most people, but beginning to lag behind4 Comments -
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Honor 600 Pro review: as iPhone-y as Android gets (but is that such a bad thing?) -
Should gigs be phone-free? Fred Again thinks so — now have your say -
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Dreame’s Aurora smartphones look like no phone you’ve ever seen
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Apple warns on RAM pricing and Samsung echoes those sentiments -
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NYT Wordle today — answer and my hints for game #1777, Friday, May 12444 Comments -
Quordle hints and answers for Friday, May 1 (game #1558) -
NYT Strands hints and answers for Friday, May 1 (game #789) -
Google Nest Wifi router receives security update amid potential FCC ban -
Two budget gaming laptop deals that are worth the cash, even with high RAM prices -
Microsoft's project K2 could finally make Windows as fast as SteamOS
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iPhone Photos editing gets AI overhaulApple’s upcoming AI photo tools are less about innovation for its own sake and more about catching up in a space where competitors have already reset expectations
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The Devil Wears Prada 2 ending AI buyout twist reimagined by ChatGPTRunway Magazine nearly got bought out by an AI company in The Devil Wears Prada 2 ending — so I asked ChatGPT to work what would shake out if the deal happened in real life.
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Sick of AI slop on Spotify? The streamer finally starts a counteroffensiveThe Verified By Spotify badge lets you find out if an artist is real on the streaming giant, but you still can't filter out AI slop in playlists
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Everyone’s switching to Claude but the smartest AI might surprise youA new report challenges the idea that Claude has overtaken ChatGPT, showing that the smartest free AI depends on the task
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'They're building each other': new 1X Neo robot video shows the humanoids assisting in the robot production process, just as all science fiction foretold1X releases new Neo Home Robot production video that puts the robots to work — building themselves.
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Russia orders Apple and Google to remove Important Stories, an investigative media app that works without a VPN — leaving Russians without a key source for accessing uncensored newsImportant Stories launched the IStories mobile app in February to make sure information would reach Russians despite widespread internet censorship and VPN restrictions.
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iPhone Photos editing gets AI overhaulApple’s upcoming AI photo tools are less about innovation for its own sake and more about catching up in a space where competitors have already reset expectations
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Apple warns on RAM pricing and Samsung echoes those sentimentsApple has weathered the RAM storm pretty well so far, but that could change before long.
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UpdatedNew movies: the most exciting films coming to theaters in May 2026New movies will arrive weekly throughout 2026 — these are the biggest ones to keep an eye on.
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Rumored MacBook Ultra could 'cost significantly more' than the MacBook ProMacBook Ultra is again rumored — just cover your wallet's ears, as it sounds frighteningly pricey.
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3 thrilling new Netflix shows you shouldn't miss in May 2026Get your thrills with Netflix this May, as three great new originals are streaming throughout the month.
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7 new movies and TV shows to watch on Netflix, Prime Video, HBO Max, and more this weekend (May 1)May 2026 is off to a peculiarly quiet start on the new streaming releases front.
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4 great Star Wars movies join Disney+ rival ahead of Star Wars Day 2026A major Disney+ competitor just Force pulled four great Star Wars movies into its film library.
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The Devil Wears Prada 2 ending AI buyout twist reimagined by ChatGPT
Runway Magazine nearly got bought out by an AI company in The Devil Wears Prada 2 ending — so I asked ChatGPT to work what would shake out if the deal happened in real life.
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UpdatedNew movies: the most exciting films coming to theaters in May 2026
New movies will arrive weekly throughout 2026 — these are the biggest ones to keep an eye on.
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I tried the Samsung S90H OLED TV and it could rival the LG C6The Samsung S90H is the LG C6's rival and while the latter has set a high bar, my first impressions with the S90H suggest it's more than able to reach that bar.
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A retailer selling new CRT TVs? It's true, but with some big catchesA Chinese company is offering newly made CRT TVs — but with some debate over exactly what's being sold
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Our LG C6 OLED TV tests are underway — here’s your chance to ask our experts anythingWant behind-the-scenes access to our TV test bench? Here’s your chance to ask our expert reviewers everything you want to know about the LG C6 OLED TV.
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The best 4K Blu-ray players: Ultra HD marvels chosen by our expertsStreaming services are popular, but there's no better way to watch movies than with the best 4K Blu-ray players.
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LG Sound Suite H7 review: a great Dolby Atmos Sonos rival with a unique trick
LG’s Dolby Atmos FlexConnect soundbar hits a lot of the right notes, but can it outclass the likes of Sonos and Samsung?
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These home theater speakers don't look fancy, but they promise huge soundFyne Audio's new monitors and sub deliver very high SPL in a design made to "visually disappear"
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This Dreame TV has speakers that physically move based on where you sitThis Dreame TV has speakers that adjust to your position to deliver perfect sound.
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Sick of AI slop on Spotify? The streamer finally starts a counteroffensive
The Verified By Spotify badge lets you find out if an artist is real on the streaming giant, but you still can't filter out AI slop in playlists
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Be careful, vinyl heads: 'counterfeit' records are big businessFake vinyl is big business: the latest UK raid seized over £250,000 of counterfeit records. Be careful out there!
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We called the Bose QuietComfort Ultra 'the best noise cancellation earbuds to date' — and they're now $50 off at AmazonThe five-star Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds are the ultimate earbuds for many, and they're now discounted by $50 onb Amazon
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The best noise cancelling headphones, all TechRadar testedWe've tested and selected the best noise cancelling headphones to keep the world out and your music in.
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RGB lighting reaches turntables, but this new release has other tempting features for beginnersThe CoolGeek TS-01 is a new Kickstarter automatic turntable with glowing lights and an affordable price
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The best wired headphones, all tested by TechRadar's audio expertsWe pick out the best wired headphones for big audio upgrades, no matter how much you want to spend.
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This innovative DAC offers super-clean sound using a unique processing techThe Topping DX9 Discrete DAC uses Hi-Res tech magic to give you the best of both worlds
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Coros' CEO on how the smartwatch maker is bucking the trend by swerving subscriptionsHow Coros has "no plans" to implement unpopular Garmin- or Whoop-style subscription-only features anytime soon, according to its CEO
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Suunto could be prepping a smartwatch with battery life measured in yearsA new FCC filing suggests that we're about to see the launch of the Suunto Core 2, with a replaceable battery.
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The best massage guns 2026: Top devices for recovery and muscle sorenessThe best massage guns can help you release shoulder pain at work, or increase your range of motion in the gym.
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UpdatedThe best DJI drones in 2026 based on in-depth testingWhich is the best DJI drone for you? Our in-depth guide pulls together all of the finest options based on our in-depth testing.
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UpdatedThe best video cameras, based on in-depth testingLooking for the best video camera? I've ranked all of the finest options you can buy today, based on our team's expert in-depth testing.
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This 'otherworldly’ Mavic 3 Pro shot just won the world’s biggest drone photo prizeThe world's leading drone photography contest never fails to amaze
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UpdatedThe best point and shoot cameras, all tested thoroughlyLooking for the best point and shoot camera you can buy? We've rounded up all of the top options for every budget.
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'An accomplished smart speaker that ticks a lot of the right boxes' — the Echo Show 11 falls to a record-low price at AmazonThe Echo Show 11 is the largest smart home display from Amazon and it's dropped to a record-low price right now.
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We've tested the best hair stylers on the market – these are our 6 top picks for every budgetThese talented multi-stylers managed to make our testers look put-together, with minimal effort and skill.
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I've made thousands of pizzas for slice-loving customers, and the Gozney Arc Lite is a near-perfect pizza oven for beginnersThis pizza expert says the Gozney Arc Lite is the best pizza oven for beginners.
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This Dreame robot vacuum comes with four washer-dryers and a closetThis Dreame robot vacuum comes with four washer dryers — and a closet
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UpdatedThe best video cameras, based on in-depth testing
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We've tested the best hair stylers on the market – these are our 6 top picks for every budget
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UpdatedThe best point and shoot cameras, all tested thoroughly
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The best massage guns 2026: Top devices for recovery and muscle soreness
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The best 4K Blu-ray players: Ultra HD marvels chosen by our experts
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The best noise cancelling headphones, all TechRadar tested
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'An accomplished smart speaker that ticks a lot of the right boxes' — the Echo Show 11 falls to a record-low price at Amazon
The Echo Show 11 is the largest smart home display from Amazon and it's dropped to a record-low price right now.
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The best VPN deals this May – get the lowest price possibleFind all the latest VPN deals from some of the best VPN providers around. We've found the best offers, so you don't have to.
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Get instant cash for your phone at 7,000+ ecoATM kiosksGet an extra 10% cash at ecoATM right now
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We called the Bose QuietComfort Ultra 'the best noise cancellation earbuds to date' — and they're now $50 off at Amazon
The five-star Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds are the ultimate earbuds for many, and they're now discounted by $50 onb Amazon
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Two budget gaming laptop deals that are worth the cash, even with high RAM prices
The RAM shortage continues to affect gaming laptop deals, but there are still a few bargains here and there.
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VPN deal of the week: Cyberghost has dropped to only $1.75 per month, cheaper than ExpressVPN, NordVPN, and Surfshark – pick up this cut-price security tool to protect your identity on your tablet, smartphone, or TV while it's at its 2026 rock bottom.It's the lowest price we've seen for CyberGhost in ages
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Microsoft's project K2 could finally make Windows as fast as SteamOS
Microsoft is currently in an ongoing battle to improve Windows 11 for idle use and gaming to compete with SteamOS, and it has a big plan for it.
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This world-first surgery shows the Apple Vision Pro's healthcare potentialApple’s Vision Pro headset has been used in hundreds of surgeries over the past year.
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Ray-Ban Meta (2nd generation) review: still the best smart glasses for most people, but beginning to lag behind
The second-generation Meta Ray-Bans are an evolution, not a revolution. Is that enough to keep the top spot in an increasingly competitive market?
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Windows 11 is getting a screen tint feature to help guard against eye strainWindows 11 is getting a screen tint feature to help guard against eye strain, and migraines, and it could even help with photophobia.
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Rocket League proves Linux Anti Cheat support is possible for everyoneSteamOS is on the verge of huge growth to its player base with the Steam Machine's arrival, and that's why this one factor can't be ignored by game developers.
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'Your duty is not yet done' — Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 is so popular that it's getting another year of contentWarhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 is getting a surprise third year of content.
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This is not a drill: Terry Crews has come to Call of DutyCall of Duty: Black Ops 7 Season 3 Reloaded has arrived and with it comes Terry Crews.
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Xbox Mode is finally getting a full rollout for Windows 11 desktop PCsMicrosoft isn't resting on its laurels with Windows 11 gaming optimization, with Xbox Mode now being rolled out to desktop PC users.
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Russia orders Apple and Google to remove Important Stories, an investigative media app that works without a VPN — leaving Russians without a key source for accessing uncensored news -
The best VPN deals this May – get the lowest price possible
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'A technical whack-a-mole:' Utah to become the first US state to target VPN users with controversial age verification law — and digital rights experts are furious -
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'VPNs must make reasonable efforts' — India orders VPNs to block access to Polymarket and other banned betting platforms or lose 'safe harbour' protections
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Meta chooses AWS infrastructure over direct chip purchases for AI scalingMeta expands its AWS partnership by renting tens of millions of Graviton cores, signaling a shift toward infrastructure over direct hardware ownership.
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China undergoes sea trials for 10,000-ton electric cargo shipA Chinese electric cargo ship with 19 megawatt hours of batteries is completing trials, combining large-scale energy storage and automation.
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Researchers build foundation for quantum internet using current fiber infrastructureScientists break the telecom wavelength barrier that previously blocked long distance quantum communication over existing optical fiber infrastructure.
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Asus’s Intel Core i7-powered ROG Strix G16 laptop for work and play gets a welcome $100 price cutAsus’s ROG Strix G16 laptop pairs an Intel Core i7-14650HX processor with 16GB of DDR5 RAM and a 1TB SSD for creative tasks, work and entertainment.
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