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I’ve just found a couple of travel tripods that surprise and excite me in equal measure, while the video version is truly something special
The Ulanzi GlideGo Travel Tripod and GlideGo Video Tripod are a unique pair of tripods offering unique features and functionality that could make a creative difference.
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Shot Scope G6 review: sometimes simplicity is best
The Shot Scope G6 is a feature-packed entry-level golf watch that shows that simplicity can sometimes be the key to a great product.
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Dyson Purifier Hot+Cool Gen1 HP10 purifying fan review: an efficient 3-in-1 appliance that's a great space-saver, if you have the budget for it
Offering efficient heating, cooling, and air purifying in a compact package, this little Dyson has a lot to offer.
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ReviewI tested Camp Snap’s retro video camera – and it’s a cut-price portal to a simpler time
Camp Snap has followed up its cult point-and-shoot stills snapper with a similarly stripped-back, nostalgia-fuelled camcorder channelling the spirit of 1960s 8mm analogue technology.
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Tribit Stormbox Mini Plus review: an budget Bluetooth speaker that does the basics but sadly lacks sonic oomph
The Tribit Stormbox Mini Plus is a solid pool-side vacation listen, but this Bluetooth speaker's lack of sonic oomph make it only a short-term option.
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Garmin Venu X1 review: The most innovative Garmin watch in years, and a genuine Apple Watch Ultra rival
The Garmin Venu X1 offers a bold, bright screen, tons of tools and a slender redesign, albeit at the expense of battery life.
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I watched Wednesday season 2, part 1 and the family drama makes it even better than its predecessor
Wednesday season 2 is off to a great start and I'm already counting down the days to part 2.
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A parent's guide to sending your child to school with a smartphone in 2025
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Flash sale! You can get an additional $50 off your AT&T fiber internet with this limited-time-only deal
Upgrade your internet and save some cash with this excellent flash deal at AT&T.
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There’s only one way folding phones can get thinner, but I don’t think it’s time to ditch USB-C ports yet
There’s power in ports
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I'm a serial iPhone buyer, but the Google Pixel 10 Pro in Moonstone will test my loyalty to Apple
Google's Pixel 10 Pro design is tempting me away from the iPhone 17 Pro.
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Don't wait for the Pixel 10 – get the Pixel 9a right now for a record-low price
The Google Pixel 9a drops to $399 at Amazon ahead of the launch of the next range of Google Pixel phones.
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If the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold gets this rumored upgrade, I’ll recommend it over any other folding phone
IP68 would be truly great
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New Google Pixel 10 rumor suggests it could ditch physical SIMs and go eSIM only
Google could follow Apple in dropping the physical SIM card slot on its flagship phones in the US.
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This Meta prototype is a seriously upgraded Meta Quest 3 – and you can try it for yourself
Tiramisu and Boba 3 are two Meta prototype VR headsets people can demo if they're lucky.
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10 must-have apps for students in 2025
There's a wide range of excellent free and paid software that is indispensable for students.
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Instagram’s new Maps feature has sparked major privacy worries – here’s how to make sure it’s turned off
Meta recently announced the new Instagram Maps feature, but it's bee met with an angry response from users online.
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Meta CTO teases ‘big wearables announcements’ for later this year but makes no VR headset promises
Meta’s CTO is already hinting at what we’ll see at Meta Connect 2025, and therefore what we won't see.
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Quordle hints and answers for Tuesday, August 12 (game #1296)
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, August 12 (game #527)
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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A $599 MacBook could actually be coming – and even as a hardened Windows fan, I'd be tempted to take the plunge
There's more chatter about a cheap MacBook, and rumored $599 price would indeed 'shake up the notebook market' - to put it mildly.
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The Morning Show season 4: everything we know so far about the hit Apple TV+ show's return
The Morning Show season 4 is coming on September 17 – here's everything we know so far about the hit show's return to Apple TV+.
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A $599 MacBook could actually be coming – and even as a hardened Windows fan, I'd be tempted to take the plunge
There's more chatter about a cheap MacBook, and rumored $599 price would indeed 'shake up the notebook market' - to put it mildly.
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I'm a serial iPhone buyer, but the Google Pixel 10 Pro in Moonstone will test my loyalty to Apple
Google's Pixel 10 Pro design is tempting me away from the iPhone 17 Pro.
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5 ways the Google Pixel 10 Pro can get ahead of the iPhone 17 Pro and Galaxy S26 Ultra
With these 5 upgrades, the Google Pixel 10 can get a head start on the iPhone 17 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra.
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The newest M3-powered iPad Air plummets to a rock-bottom price
The iPad Air M3 11-inch drops to a record-low price of $449 at Amazon.
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This critically panned horror movie with a divisive 49% on Rotten Tomatoes was added to Prime Video in August – here’s why I think you should watch it
Prime Video has added a great home invasion horror that received mixed reviews, but I think you should give it a go.
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As Prime Video's War of the Worlds alienates fans and critics, its 2005 Tom Cruise-led namesake is getting a new lease of life – but I'd recommend a different version
Tom Cruise's War of the Worlds movie is enjoying a streaming renaissance thanks to its terribly-rated Prime Video namesake.
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The Morning Show season 4: everything we know so far about the hit Apple TV+ show's return
The Morning Show season 4 is coming on September 17 – here's everything we know so far about the hit show's return to Apple TV+.
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I found 5 inspiring documentaries on Netflix and Prime Video that prove watching TV can actually be good for you
Here’s our pick of the best Netflix and Prime Video documentaries that’ll inspire you to live better.
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ChatGPT just created the most ironic movie plot for Final Destination 7, and I would actually stream it over other truly awful installments in the franchise
While we wait for Final Destination 7, I’ve asked ChatGPT to write a plot for the movie. As you might expect, it’s not human disasters that define this version, but AI ones.
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Best Labor Day TV sales 2025: when offers start and what deals you can expect
The 2025 Labor Day TV sales event will be here before you know it, so I've created this guide with everything you need to know, including the date and the deals you can expect.
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I tested Samsung and LG's cheapest OLED TVs side-by-side to see which TV comes out on top – here's what happened
How do TVs that share the same OLED display panel type compare when put side-by-side? I tested the entry-level LG B5 and Samsung S85F OLED TVs to find out.
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What are the real-world differences between LG's cheapest and flagship OLED TVs? I compared them side-by-side and here's what I learned
What are the real-world differences between entry-level and premium OLED TVs? I compared the LG B5 and LG G5 side-by-side to find out.
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This fantastic and highly-rated 55-inch TCL Mini-LED TV is down to $699.99 at Best Buy
We scored this TCL QM7K Mini-LED TV four and a half stars out of five and it's now a whopping $600 off at Best Buy.
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The 5 best TVs for back-to-school
All work and no play... We've found the best TVs for students heading back to school to help with movie nights and studying.
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I thought I knew home theater bass until I experienced an 11.13.8-channel demo with an ‘infrasonic’ 32-inch subwoofer
The Ascendo/Trinnov demo at Audio Advice Live 25 reached a new high in Dolby Atmos immersion, and a new low in bass reproduction.
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LG B5 review: LG's entry-level OLED TV offers impressive pictures for the price
The LG B5 may be nearly identical to its predecessor, but it's still a great OLED TV with all the features you could need.
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Spotify's audiobooks add-on has finally rolled out in the US - here are 3 other new features you may have missed
Finally, you can remove that awful Create button
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OK I did it, I bought the $37 AirPods Max dupes – and I'm absolutely fuming
I bought the silly-cheap Wentronic YO1 AirPods Max lookalikes just to see if I was missing out – and I'm livid at what I discovered.
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I tried the Moises Music AI update and it's changed the way I experience music on my Windows laptop
Moises' real-time sound separation at an API level opened up some seriously cool potential
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The Marshall Kilburn III is my favorite Bluetooth speaker of 2025 – here are 3 reasons why I’d buy it today
The Marshall Kilburn III has it all – stunning looks, jaw-droppingly good sound quality, and enough battery to last for days on end.
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Polk Audio wants to power up your patio or pool with its updated Atrium speakers
The speakers to provide bangers while you BBQ – or a soundtrack for every post-work swim
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As more Google Pixel Buds 2a leaks emerge, we've got good news and bad…
The Google Pixel Buds 2a may be going up in price – and by more than just a bit
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Save $70 on some of our favorite four-star Beats earbuds
The excellent Beats Studio Buds Plus drop to just under $100 at Amazon
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Do you struggle on hikes? Here are 5 essential gym moves to strengthen your legs, glutes and core
Build the strength and stamina for better runs and hikes with five key gym exercises that will make your outdoor adventures easier.
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Shot Scope G6 review: sometimes simplicity is best
The Shot Scope G6 is a feature-packed entry-level golf watch that shows that simplicity can sometimes be the key to a great product.
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Garmin Venu X1 review: The most innovative Garmin watch in years, and a genuine Apple Watch Ultra rival
The Garmin Venu X1 offers a bold, bright screen, tons of tools and a slender redesign, albeit at the expense of battery life.
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Photography and hiking are my idea of a dream weekend – this is the perfect camera system I take into the great outdoors
You can get top quality photos from a rugged lightweight camera
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I’ve just found a couple of travel tripods that surprise and excite me in equal measure, while the video version is truly something special
The Ulanzi GlideGo Travel Tripod and GlideGo Video Tripod are a unique pair of tripods offering unique features and functionality that could make a creative difference.
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The DJI Osmo Nano is the latest DJI action camera to leak ahead of its official release
We've got another DJI leak to tell you about, and this one concerns a compact action camera.
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I tested Camp Snap’s retro video camera – and it’s a cut-price portal to a simpler time
Camp Snap has followed up its cult point-and-shoot stills snapper with a similarly stripped-back, nostalgia-fuelled camcorder channelling the spirit of 1960s 8mm analogue technology.
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I swapped my alarm clock for this Philips Hue light, and I've never felt more refreshed in the morning
Finally, a simulated sunrise that doesn't jolt me awake, and a nightlight that helps me drift off in minutes.
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I'm a certified barista, and these are the top 3 quiet coffee machines I recommend for calmer mornings
Does your bean-to-cup machine leave your ears ringing? Here are three quieter alternatives
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Dreame, please fix these issues with your hair styler gadget – I'd love to be able to recommend it as an Airwrap alternative
The AirStyle Pro has the potential to be a serious Dyson Airwrap rival, but for two simple mis-steps.
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The new Casabrews 5418 Pro is the tiniest espresso machine I've tested, but it packs an impressive punch
Could this little wonder take the title of "best budget espresso machine"?
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UpdatedThe best budget earbuds, all real-world tested by our expert audio team
The best budget wireless and wired earbuds you can buy today, with options from Sony, Nothing, EarFun, JLab and more.
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Buying guideThe best photo book services, all tested and compared by our experts
The best photo books to protect your precious memories from big names including Snapfish, Mixbook, Shutterfly and more.
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The best earbuds for every budget, all TechRadar tested and recommended
Our carefully considered pick of the best earbuds, including wireless and wired options from the best brands in the business.
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UpdatedThe best 48-, 49- and 50-inch TVs for every budget
The best 48, 49 and 50-inch TVs can provide a lot of value and performance in a reasonable amount of space.
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UpdatedThe best home security cameras 2025: 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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UpdatedBest iPhone 2025
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UpdatedThe best coffee maker 2025: espresso and filter made easy
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Best Labor Day TV sales 2025: when offers start and what deals you can expect
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Best Buy just launched a massive tech sale – I've listed 29 offers I'd buy as a deals expert
Best Buy just launched a huge 'Tech Fest' sale, and I'm rounding up the 29 best offers, including record-low prices on OLED TVs, AirPods, laptops, headphones, and more.
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Flash sale! You can get an additional $50 off your AT&T fiber internet with this limited-time-only deal
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I adore the Sony WH1000XM4 headphones and they’re currently on sale with one of the best deals this year
The Sony WH1000XM4 headphones are my favorite headphones and they're on sale now at Best Buy, just in time for heading back to college.
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The Dell XPS 13 is the ultimate college or work laptop - and right now it has a record-low deal
Dell XPS 13 drops to $819.99 at Dell
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This Meta prototype is a seriously upgraded Meta Quest 3 – and you can try it for yourself
Tiramisu and Boba 3 are two Meta prototype VR headsets people can demo if they're lucky.
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10 must-have apps for students in 2025
There's a wide range of excellent free and paid software that is indispensable for students.
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Instagram’s new Maps feature has sparked major privacy worries – here’s how to make sure it’s turned off
Meta recently announced the new Instagram Maps feature, but it's bee met with an angry response from users online.
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Meta CTO teases ‘big wearables announcements’ for later this year but makes no VR headset promises
Meta’s CTO is already hinting at what we’ll see at Meta Connect 2025, and therefore what we won't see.
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I'm a Legend of Zelda superfan – can you beat my ultimate Zelda trivia quiz?
I've put together some of my favorite facts I've learned over the years, including some rather surprising tidbits.
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Victrix BFG Pro Reloaded review: a solid improvement, and the best premium PS5 pad right now
The Victrix Pro BFG Reloaded may have competitive players as its target audience, but it's still handily the best premium PS5 controller.
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Mafia: The Old Country review: an enthralling mob story, but far from perfect
Mafia: The Old Country is a compelling mob story, but fails to live up the best in the series.
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NYT Connections hints and answers for Tuesday, August 12 (game #793)
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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 makes waves with 70% faster speeds thanks to new FastTrack feature
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ExpressVPN finally supports WireGuard, but adds post-quantum security
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Canal+ and beIn Sports force VPNs to block illegal WTA tennis and F1 streams
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Reddit or X not loading? NordVPN might tell you why
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Nearly 90% of Iranians now use a VPN to bypass internet censorship – here's everything we know
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MRI scans, X-rays and more leaked online in major breach - over a million healthcare devices affected, here's what we know
Many healthcare devices are not properly configured or managed, leaking sensitive patient files on the internet.
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Your webcam could be hacked and hijacked into malware attacks - researchers warn Lenovo devices specifically at risk
What if your webcam turns on you and starts downloading malware?
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Study up on Wi-Fi security before you head back to school
Public Wi-Fi networks are plentiful, especially around school campuses, but they can pose risks if you're not security-conscious.
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Hackers are now mimicking government websites using AI - everything you need to know to stay safe
Threat actors replicated two Brazilian government sites using Deepsite AI, and then phished information and stole money.
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