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ViWoods AiPaper review: not quite perfect and yet arguably the best E Ink writing tablet money can buy
It's got a few issues but I'd still call the ViWoods AiPaper an 'outstanding' E Ink writing tablet. If money is no object and productivity is your focus, I can't recommend it highly enough.
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This sub-$500 robot vacuum is one of the very best budget bots I've tested – the edge cleaning is top-notch and it rarely needs emptying
With onboard dust compression and impressive edge cleaning, the 3i G10+ punches well above its price tag.
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The Philips LatteGo 5500 Series is the perfect espresso machine for one or two people
Great espresso and nicely textured milk at the press of a button – just be careful where you put your cup.
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Audio Pro Addon C10 MkII review: WiiM streaming addition fixes the wireless speakers' only minor issue
Now with the WiiM streaming platform, the beautiful Audio Pro Addon C10 MkII is maturing into later life
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I tested TCL’s new flagship mini-LED TV, and for this price it's going to be hard to beat
Ultra Wide Viewing Angle for the win
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I tested the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds 2nd Gen thinking they couldn't better the originals for ANC – but wow, was I wrong
Finally, a set of Bose earbuds that are fully featured, premium and thoroughly desirable across the board.
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Motorola Razr Ultra 2025 review: the cure for the common smartphone
The Razr Ultra 2025 is the Razr unleashed – flagship performance and surprisingly great cameras finally join the party, along with a flagship price tag.
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Finally, something fresh: Apple could be bringing some punchy color to the iPhone 17 Pro
Orange could be the standout color for the rumored iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max.
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The iPhone 17 Pro’s new rumored 8x zoom sounds incredibly cool – but honestly not that useful
Tunnel vision
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The best iPhone 13 deals for July 2025
It's a little older now but this week's best iPhone 13 deals make 2021's flagship a great buy still.
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The best iPhone 15 Pro Max deals for July 2025
We've rounded up all of this week's best iPhone 15 Pro Max deals into one place to help our readers save cash on this superb flagship.
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The best iPhone 15 Plus deals for July 2025
Looking for an upgrade? You don't need to pay full with these excellent iPhone 15 Plus deals.
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The best iPhone 15 deals for July 2025: free devices, accessories, and unlocked options
We're bringing you all the best iPhone 15 deals in one handy page right here - including free devices, accessories, cheap plans, and the best unlocked prices.
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Today's best Apple iPhone 16 deals: free devices, cheap plans, and much more
Looking to save as much as possible on these superb new flagships? Let us help you out with our roundup of the best iPhone 16 deals.
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Laptops & Computing
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NYT Wordle today — answer and my hints for game #1503, Thursday, July 31
Looking for Wordle hints? I can help. Plus get the answers to Wordle today and yesterday.
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Google confirms the UK has not asked it to weaken encryption with a backdoor – unlike Apple
Google has just confirmed that the UK hasn't asked it to weaken its end-to-end encryption by installing a backdoor. Apple wasn't so lucky, though.
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NYT Strands hints and answers for Thursday, July 31 (game #515)
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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Quordle hints and answers for Thursday, July 31 (game #1284)
Looking for Quordle clues? We can help. Plus get the answers to Quordle today and past solutions.
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Some Windows 10 PCs are reportedly being offered a Windows 11 upgrade even though they don't support the OS – here's what to do if this happens to you
There are scattered reports of a Windows 11 upgrade popping up on Windows 10 PCs that aren't eligible for the OS, and it looks like a bug.
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Huge Alienware sale live at Dell: save up to $400 on the latest gaming laptops with these 3 hand-picked deals
It's a great time to consider picking up a high-end gaming laptop with today's Alienware deals in the Dell back-to-school sale.
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Meta revealed what makes a VR game perfect, and it could be hinting at big hardware changes
Meta revealed the ideal VR gaming session is 20 to 40 minutes, and might have teased how its hardware will evolve next.
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Finally, something fresh: Apple could be bringing some punchy color to the iPhone 17 Pro
Orange could be the standout color for the rumored iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max.
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When will Foundation season 3 episode 4 come out on Apple TV+?
Foundation season 3's next entry will be with us in a couple of days – here's when we expect it to launch on Apple TV+.
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Google confirms the UK has not asked it to weaken encryption with a backdoor – unlike Apple
Google has just confirmed that the UK hasn't asked it to weaken its end-to-end encryption by installing a backdoor. Apple wasn't so lucky, though.
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Today's best Apple iPhone 16 deals: free devices, cheap plans, and much more
Looking to save as much as possible on these superb new flagships? Let us help you out with our roundup of the best iPhone 16 deals.
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iPhone Fold tipped to land alongside iPhone 18 with a MacBook Pro-sized price tag – here’s what to expect
The iPhone Fold will launch next year with a sky-high price tag, a new report predicts.
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South Park is taking a break after its controversial premiere - here's when you can watch episode 2
South Park is taking a short break after its recent premiere mocked US President Donald Trump.
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When will Foundation season 3 episode 4 come out on Apple TV+?
Foundation season 3's next entry will be with us in a couple of days – here's when we expect it to launch on Apple TV+.
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Spider-Man: Brand New Day behind the scenes look appears to confirm two of the Marvel movie's villains – and a possible Venom cameo
One of Spider-Man 4's big secrets might be out of the bag following a leak from an unlikely source.
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I asked the cast of Hallmark’s Providence Falls why The Way Home fans need to binge the epic 3-part series, and the answer is more ‘mysterious’ than you think
Providence Falls is the new time-travel three-part series coming to Hallmark this weekend, and it’s something the cast agree that The Way Home fans can’t miss.
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KPop Demon Hunters breaks records for Netflix - but so far, there's no word on a sequel
KPop Demon Hunters has been a huge success for Netflix, breaking a record and making fans call for more.
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This small, cheap soundbar has custom modes so you can sit right next to it, or use it to fill a room from your TV
The Creative Stage Pro soundbar makes big sound for smaller spaces
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The best TV, chosen by our reviewers for all budgets
Top OLED and QLED sets to consider, from elite TVs to wallet-friendly options – all tested by us.
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Roku just lost popular music streaming app Audacy – here are the best alternatives
Audacy may be gone from your Roku TV but there are plenty of decent alternatives
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Missed Prime Day? Don't worry, Amazon's own TVs have just hit record-low prices anyway
If you didn't get a TV during Prime Day, we have good news: Amazon still has deals on its Omni series TVs.
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This new Xiaomi Google TV streaming stick has Dolby Atmos and DTS:X support, plus both kinds of advanced HDR
Xiaomi's second-gen Google TV streamer is an impressive upgrade
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LG S95AR vs LG S95TR: which is the better Dolby Atmos soundbar to pair with your LG OLED TV?
The LG S95AR and S95TR are different, but they might not be different enough to justify you buying the newer, more expensive model.
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5 new 4K Blu-rays to add to your collection from July 2025
Blu-ray Bounty: a southern-gothic horror movie, a cult sci-fi, an epic live concert, a spy thriller and a Beatles movie
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Who needs Sonos? McIntosh’s new Bluetooth pre-amp does multi-room music the old-fashioned way, but with a modern app upgrade
McIntosh thinks big with a system for up to 30 multi-room zones
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Spotify could soon let you hide its most annoying new button – and fans couldn't be more relieved
Is Spotify finally allowing you to get rid of the Create button? Here's what we know so far about the new function.
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I spent months using the only headphones made for metal music, and they truly made me feel like I was back in a mosh pit
They ain't heavy, they're my Heavys
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Quad's new Gen X ESL electro-static speakers look nothing like the 1957 originals, and I really, really want them
Stunning slimline electro-static speakers with a halo of light at the base. Yes, you can switch it off (but I actually love it).
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Apple Music fans are obsessed with AutoMix in iOS 26, but one big flaw could be its downfall
Apple Music's AutoMix feature is one of the standouts in iOS 26, but subscribers have picked up on one limitation that affects the streaming experience.
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Got the iOS 26 public beta? Here are the new AirPods Pro 2 features you could try today – and why you might think twice about it
There's a beta of the AirPods firmware too. Should you try it?
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I like the Nothing Phone 3, but I love the company's Headphone 1 – they're my top tech of 2025 (so far)
The Nothing Headphone 1 is feature packed without being overly expensive, and it's got the best noise cancellation I've heard – Sony and Bose should watch out.
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The all-new Pebble watches just got a new name and release date – here’s how to get one
The Pebble smartwatch name is making a comeback almost ten years after it was discontinued.
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The top-tier Google Pixel Watch 3 is down to a fantastic low price at Amazon
The Google Pixel Watch 3 is an excellent smartwatch, especially for those who love style and fitness features. It's on sale now at Amazon for a great price.
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Here's your last chance to score the new Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 for as little as $99.99 with our exclusive trade-in deal
TechRadar is one of the few publishers to offer an exclusive launch deal on the Samsung Galaxy Watch 8, which means you can get the new smartwatch for as little as $99.99
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The best mirrorless camera for 2025
Our best mirrorless camera guide will help you find the perfect pick for you in 2025, whatever your budget or shooting style.
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I test drones for a living – here's why Insta360's Antigravity debut is the most exciting one for years
Antigravity is promising to make its first drone easy to master and family friendly – and there are two big ways I can already see how that could be achieved.
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I'm a photographer, and after one month with the Oppo Find X8 Ultra, I know exactly why it beats the Galaxy S25 Ultra and iPhone 16 Pro
The Oppo Find X8 Ultra features a penta camera system and Hasselblad-branded optics with realistic bokeh effects – it's a powerful mix of superb hardware and software smarts.
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Has DJI just met its match? Insta360 unveils Antigravity – the world’s first 360 drone
Project Antigravity will launch the world's first 360 drone in August, with immersive flight, 8K video, and weighing less than 250g.
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Home
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Levoit's new air purifier-sleep aid combo is designed for children, but it looks so soothing I'd quite like one myself
The Sprout delivers clean air, gentle light and sleep-inducing white noise.
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The best smart thermostat 2025: the easy way to make your heating more efficient
We've tested the best smart thermostats from top brands to find the smartest ways to heat and cool your home.
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Blink's new video doorbell can run for up to two years on the same set of AA batteries
Blink has launched a bundle of new budget-friendly devices to secure your home.
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The Google Home crisis deepens as users report full meltdown – and a lawsuit could be on the way
It appears the Google Home disaster is getting worse rather than better, and Google could end up paying for it.
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The best smart thermostat 2025: the easy way to make your heating more efficient
We've tested the best smart thermostats from top brands to find the smartest ways to heat and cool your home.
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The 8 best ecommerce platforms of 2025
We list the best ecommerce platforms, helping you find the best solution to get selling online.
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The best mirrorless camera for 2025
Our best mirrorless camera guide will help you find the perfect pick for you in 2025, whatever your budget or shooting style.
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The best TV, chosen by our reviewers for all budgets
Top OLED and QLED sets to consider, from elite TVs to wallet-friendly options – all tested by us.
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Best PS5 controllers in 2025
We're rounding up all the best PS5 controllers around from the official options to third-party powerhouses.
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The best age verification VPNs in 2025 – avoid handing over your data insecurely when browsing online
With the UK becoming the latest country to introduce age verification laws, we've taken a look at the best VPNs to help bypass these restrictions and retain your privacy.
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The best iPad 2025
We've tested and ranked the best iPads available now, from the big-screened iPad Pro to the college-friendly iPad Air.
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Amazon has our favorite tech on sale – MacBooks, OLED TVs, smart gadgets, and more from $9.99
Amazon has a massive sale on some of our favorite tech gadgets, and I've rounded up the 25 best, including deals on TVs, MacBooks, smart home devices, and more from $9.99.
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The best iPhone 13 deals for July 2025
It's a little older now but this week's best iPhone 13 deals make 2021's flagship a great buy still.
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The best iPhone 15 Pro Max deals for July 2025
We've rounded up all of this week's best iPhone 15 Pro Max deals into one place to help our readers save cash on this superb flagship.
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The best iPhone 15 Plus deals for July 2025
Looking for an upgrade? You don't need to pay full with these excellent iPhone 15 Plus deals.
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The best iPhone 15 deals for July 2025: free devices, accessories, and unlocked options
We're bringing you all the best iPhone 15 deals in one handy page right here - including free devices, accessories, cheap plans, and the best unlocked prices.
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Today's best Apple iPhone 16 deals: free devices, cheap plans, and much more
Looking to save as much as possible on these superb new flagships? Let us help you out with our roundup of the best iPhone 16 deals.
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ESET promo codes for July 2025
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Elgato Coupon Codes for July 2025
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LastPass Coupons for July 2025
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Some Windows 10 PCs are reportedly being offered a Windows 11 upgrade even though they don't support the OS – here's what to do if this happens to you
There are scattered reports of a Windows 11 upgrade popping up on Windows 10 PCs that aren't eligible for the OS, and it looks like a bug.
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Meta revealed what makes a VR game perfect, and it could be hinting at big hardware changes
Meta revealed the ideal VR gaming session is 20 to 40 minutes, and might have teased how its hardware will evolve next.
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Windows 10 is ten years old and it had some of the best and worst ideas ever
Windows 10 turns ten years old - too bad Microsoft's birthday present is a death sentence.
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Microsoft makes a nifty tweak to the Windows 11 taskbar – but it's probably not the change you were hoping for
If you're a member of the multiple monitor club, you're going to love this small but highly convenient tweak.
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Miss the Nintendo DS? The world's first dual-screen Android handheld just landed to bring that spark back
Ayaneo is bringing back the Nintendo DS nostalgia with the Pocket DS, as the 'world's first' dual-screen Android handheld gaming device.
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I learned tai chi from a bear, fought a man named Chubby Brother, then caught the bubonic plague in Where Winds Meet – and now I’m downloading this free PS5 game on day one
We try upcoming open-world adventure Where Winds Meet and end up with the bubonic plague.
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Marvel Rivals patch notes: the latest balance changes for Season 3
Marvel Rivals patch notes for the latest balance changes have now dropped. Here's who's being buffed, nerfed, and what's been updated.
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NYT Connections hints and answers for Thursday, July 31 (game #781)
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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Over 420,000 Brits want to repeal the UK Online Safety Act – here's how to have your say
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Worried about how much NordVPN costs? Our exclusive deal just got extended for a second time!
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VPN apps are topping UK app stores right now – here’s why
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Age verification requirements have landed in the UK – how the internet will change, and what about your privacy?
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Say goodbye to spam calls – NordVPN launches new spam call protection
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Could VPNs be banned? UK government to look "very closely" into their usage following spike after age verification row
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Cloudflare cracks down on UK piracy – and VPN users are getting caught in the crossfire
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Elon Musk says xAI will have 50 million 'H100 equivalent' Nvidia GPUs by 2030 — but at what cost?
Elon Musk’s xAI plans to reach 50 ExaFLOPS AI performance by 2030, requiring massive GPU deployments, billions in costs, and staggering power infrastructure.
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Eizo launches 24-inch portable monitor that consumes only 6W — here's why I believe they could replace mainstream computer screens
Eizo’s FlexScan FLT-S is a compact, low-power 23.8-inch monitor designed for hybrid work, offering efficiency, portability, and clutter-free setup through single-cable connectivity.
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OWC Atlas Ultra CFexpress 1TB Review
CFexpress 4.0 demonstrates the full potential of this memory card for the latest cameras and devices.
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Major new malware strain targets crypto users via malicious ads - here's what we know, and how to stay safe
Malware went undetected on many antivirus products, so be careful what you're downloading.
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