TechRadar's Sustainability Week 2024
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7 smart home tips to help you save energy and reduce waste
Smart home devices don’t just make life easier, they can also help you save energy and minimize waste.
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This Swedish startup made the tech behind the world’s first solar-powered headphones – here’s how it works
Meet the company making gadgets like headphones, speakers and remotes better for the planet with solar power.
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Sustainability Week 2024
Acer shows Apple how environmentalism is done with pledge to collect equivalent of 2.5 million plastic bottles with Plastic Bank partnership
Acer is one of the best companies for living up to its green pledges – and it’s now taking on plastic waste.
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This company is making 35-year-old Game Boys look and work like new and now I'm hooked on Tetris
Retrospekt refurbs hundreds of Game Boys, Polaroid cameras, Sony Walkmans, and other gadgets to keep them in our hands and out of landfills.
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Brighter, low-energy OLEDs are going into production this year – but they won’t be coming to TVs just yet
New OLED displays could be twice as bright, twice as efficient and last three times longer but the best TVs won't be the first to see this new tech.
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Deezer review
Deezer has a huge library, minimal design and good recommendations – but there’s little to set it apart from its rivals.
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Lomography Lomomatic 110 review: Brand-new 50-year-old technology
The Lomography Lomoatic 110 is a 110-film camera that's simple to load and use.
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Asus ROG Strix Scope II RX review: a keyboard for the sophisticated gamer
A top-notch keyboard with great performance and a rich feature set, the only thing that lets the Asus ROG Strix Scope II RX down is its lackluster software suite.
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Nikon Z 40mm f/2 review: this cheap, modern 'nifty forty' has been my everyday lens for over a year and it hasn't let me down
Nikon's cheapest prime is a cost-effective entry-point into the Z mount ecosystem and a great take on the 'Nifty Fifties' of old.
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Instant Vortex 9-quart Air Fryer with VersaZone technology review: competent, but not flawless
The Instant Vortex Air Fryer with VersaZone technology serves up a large single cooking basket that can be divided into two for fuss-free air frying.
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Withings ScanWatch Nova review: analog looks with exceptional digital brains
The Withings ScanWatch Nova 2 is an unassuming yet powerful smartwatch and health tracker.
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JLab JBuds Lux ANC review: budget headphones that are all about that bass
The JLab JBuds Lux ANC are the brand's first 'luxury' over-ear headphones, which offer lots of bass but a few aches too.
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Does closing apps on your iPhone save battery life? The surprising answer is no –here's why
Closing background apps has a negligible impact on your iPhone's battery life and performance – and Apple's confirmed it.
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Nothing could be working on an enhanced Phone 2a and a new flagship Phone 3
Nothing could be working on two more phones, including a Phone 2a Pro model and a Phone 3.
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Gemini AI is heading to older Android phones, and could get a new 'conversation' mode
Fresh leaks around the Gemini AI app for Android point to a new mode and support for older devices.
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Don't miss the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra for just $849 at Best Buy right now
Best Buy has cut more than $500 off the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra, bringing the price down to just $849.
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Huge Samsung Galaxy S24 sale: get our best-rated Android phone for a record-low price
Best Buy is running a sale on the Samsung Galaxy S24 range with savings of up to $200 available on all handsets.
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Holding out for a Samsung Galaxy S24 FE? You could be in for a long wait
The Samsung Galaxy S24 could be getting a Fan Edition released at the end of the year.
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The iPhone 16 looks likely to ditch physical buttons after all
Apple will reportedly abandon all physical buttons on the iPhone 16 line.
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Laptops & Computing
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AMD's flagship graphics card, the RX 7900 XTX, is under $850 for the first time ever
The AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX, AMD's flagship graphics card, has dipped below the $850 price threshold for the first time ever.
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Qualcomm Snapdragon X Plus may be the laptop chip of Intel and Apple's nightmares
Qualcomm is filling out its ARM-based line for laptops with the new X Plus
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Google Maps is getting a new update that’ll help you discover hidden gems in your area thanks to AI - and I can't wait to try it out
Google Maps has an upcoming AI feature that’ll make it much easier to discover new places in your town.
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Bad news, Windows 11 users: ads are coming to the Start menu, but there’s something you can do about it
Microsoft's optional Windows 11 update introduces ads in the Start Menu, sparking discussion over intrusive marketing tactics and user experience.
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The best laptop 2024: top portable picks for all budgets
Our best laptops guide can help you find the perfect device, no matter what your budget is.
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A huge Meta AI update finally arrives on Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses... for some
Your Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses finally got the Meta AI update we've been waiting for, in the US and Canada only.
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AMD’s next-gen CPUs set to be Ryzen 9000 – and here’s another clue that Zen 5 launch could be imminent
Three motherboard makers have now brought in support for AMD’s next-gen processors.
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Apple
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Apple sale at Best Buy - I've picked the 8 best deals on iPads, AirPods and MacBooks
Over a dozen Apple deals are now live at Best Buy so I've searched through the sale and picked out 8 of the best ones on iPads, AirPods, MacBooks and iPhones.
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Report claims Vision Pro sales have ‘fallen sharply’ as Apple struggles to whip up demand
An Apple analyst believes Apple has slashed shipments of the Vision Pro as it has struggled to generate sales.
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The 11-inch iPad Pro 2024 might be hard to get hold of at launch
Samsung is reportedly having issues making screens for the 11-inch iPad Pro 2024, which could lead to limited supplies.
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Apple could be playing it smart by waiting for its M4 chips before releasing a new Mac mini
If Apple ends up pushing back its Mac releases, starting with the Mac mini and other desktops, that would be its best idea in a long while.
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The iPhone 16 looks likely to ditch physical buttons after all
Apple will reportedly abandon all physical buttons on the iPhone 16 line.
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Streaming
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Netflix's official Atlas trailer puts Jennifer Lopez in another generic Terminator clone, but with Titanfall-like mechs
It feels like we've seen and heard a lot of this before. Is Netflix's new Atlas movie more than its obvious sci-fi influences?
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Prime Video movie of the day: Interstellar is Christopher Nolan's best movie
Nolan's space thriller is epic and personal in equal measure.
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Netflix movie of the day: May December is a crafty satire of tabloid true stories and, smartly, itself
Built on three amazing acting performances, this film walks the line between comedy and genuine family drama.
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Netflix subscribers can’t get enough of 2019 spy thriller Anna – watch these 3 skilful assassin movies next
There's plenty of kills, thrills and bellyaches in these three very different spy movies about killers.
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X-Men 97 episode 7 just introduced a major Marvel villain who puts Mr. Sinister to shame
X-Men 97 finally revealed which supervillain is really pulling the strings behind the scenes – and it's not Mr. Sinister.
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TVs
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Best Buy is slashing prices on our best-rated OLED TVs - save over $1,000 while you can
Best Buy is having a huge sale on our best-rated OLED TVs, and I'm rounding up the best deals with over $1,000 from Samsung and LG.
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The best indoor TV antennas for 2024
These are the best indoor TV antennas for watching free TV channels at home.
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How to buy a good secondhand TV, or make your old TV last longer
Buying a secondhand TV is a great way to save money and help prevent waste, but navigating it can be a bit of a minefield - we're here to help with that.
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Brighter, low-energy OLEDs are going into production this year – but they won’t be coming to TVs just yet
New OLED displays could be twice as bright, twice as efficient and last three times longer but the best TVs won't be the first to see this new tech.
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JMGO’s new 4K projector has a built-in gimbal so you can place it anywhere in your home
The new JMGO N1 Ultra promises to be the perfect projector for pretty much any space.
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New Google TV 4K streaming stick tipped to land soon – and it could come with a new remote
Nearly four years after the Chromecast with Google TV 4K launched, there are rumors that a new one could launch soon.
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Hot deals
The cheapest OLED TV deals and sales for April 2024
Your guide to the best OLED TV deals with incredible sales from brands like Sony, LG, and more.
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Audio
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Deezer review
Deezer has a huge library, minimal design and good recommendations – but there’s little to set it apart from its rivals.
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'In the beginning I didn't want to – my son persuaded me': why Audiovector's Trapeze Reimagined speaker is a 45-year family affair
Audiovector is a Danish outift that's serious about sound, but it's also the father-and-son heartwarming hi-fi tale you need.
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Soundcore's new sports earbuds offer a Powerbeats Pro-style customizable secure fit for a fraction of the price
The Sport X20 specializes in customization as you can adjust the hook to fit your ear and tweak its audio output.
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TechRadar Deals
Best Apple Memorial Day sales 2024: date and deals to expect
Your guide to this year's Memorial Day Apple sales event, with key information such as the date and deals to expect.
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The best wireless earbuds 2024
Here are our picks of the best wireless earbuds for Android, for iPhone, or anything else you want to connect them to.
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This Android phone for audiophiles offers a hi-res DAC, balanced output and 3.5mm jack – plus a cool cyberpunk look that puts Google and OnePlus to shame
Stylish audio brand Moondrop’s first phone is more of a hi-res digital audio player with OnePlus and Google Pixel features.
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Sonos' new app is a smarter, slicker music center that's perfect for, say, a pair of headphones
The next-gen Sonos app aims to deliver all your favorite audio in one smart home screen.
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Health & Fitness
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The best bone conduction headphones 2024
Looking for the best bone conduction headphones to keep you aware of the outside world? Here are our top picks.
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Wear OS 5: what we want to see, and all the leaks so far
Wear OS 5 could land this year. Here's what we've heard about it and what we want from it.
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OnePlus Watch 2 Nordic Blue is the Wear OS dive watch I’ve been waiting for
OnePlus Watch 2 gets a dive watch makeover reminiscent of the Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 Classic.
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Cameras
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The best camera for photography 2024
Our guide to the best camera for photography will help you find the right digital camera for you, whatever your budget.
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The best cameras for vlogging 2024
Our 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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Lomography Lomomatic 110 review: Brand-new 50-year-old technology
The Lomography Lomoatic 110 is a 110-film camera that's simple to load and use.
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The best compact cameras for 2023
Our best compact camera for 2024 guide will help you find the right pocket camera for you, whatever your budget.
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Home
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New Google Nest Audio and Nest Hub Max devices could be in the works
Google could be working on new Nest Audio and Nest Hub Max devices, and there's potential for generative AI to be front and center.
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This company just bioengineered a plant-bacteria combo to clean air better than an air purifier
Neoplants Neo PX is both a plant and an air-cleaning system
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Instant Vortex 9-quart Air Fryer with VersaZone technology review: competent, but not flawless
The Instant Vortex Air Fryer with VersaZone technology serves up a large single cooking basket that can be divided into two for fuss-free air frying.
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I tried Dyson's CleanTrace app, and it's the most fun you can have with a vacuum cleaner
Dyson's CleanTrace AR app turns vacuuming into a game – and it's a hugely satisfying one.
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Buying guides
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The best camera for photography 2024
Our guide to the best camera for photography will help you find the right digital camera for you, whatever your budget.
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The best bone conduction headphones 2024
Looking for the best bone conduction headphones to keep you aware of the outside world? Here are our top picks.
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The best laptop 2024: top portable picks for all budgets
Our best laptops guide can help you find the perfect device, no matter what your budget is.
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The best cameras for vlogging 2024
Our 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 cameras for 2023
Our best compact camera for 2024 guide will help you find the right pocket camera for you, whatever your budget.
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The best wireless earbuds 2024
Here are our picks of the best wireless earbuds for Android, for iPhone, or anything else you want to connect them to.
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The best indoor TV antennas for 2024
These are the best indoor TV antennas for watching free TV channels at home.
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AMD's flagship graphics card, the RX 7900 XTX, is under $850 for the first time ever
The AMD Radeon RX 7900 XTX, AMD's flagship graphics card, has dipped below the $850 price threshold for the first time ever.
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Apple sale at Best Buy - I've picked the 8 best deals on iPads, AirPods and MacBooks
Over a dozen Apple deals are now live at Best Buy so I've searched through the sale and picked out 8 of the best ones on iPads, AirPods, MacBooks and iPhones.
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TechRadar Deals
Best Apple Memorial Day sales 2024: date and deals to expect
Your guide to this year's Memorial Day Apple sales event, with key information such as the date and deals to expect.
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Don't miss the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra for just $849 at Best Buy right now
Best Buy has cut more than $500 off the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra, bringing the price down to just $849.
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The best laptop deals in April 2024
Our expert guide to all the best laptop deals currently available.
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AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT, one of the best midrange GPUs, is at its lowest price ever
One of the best midrange graphics cards on the market, the AMD Radeon RX 7800 XT, has reached an all-new low price.
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OnePlus Coupons for April 2024
Use these OnePlus coupons to get a better price on mobiles & accessories from the leading Android smartphone retailer.
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Keeper Security Promo Codes for April 2024
Look through our Keeper Security promo codes to save on subscriptions to the online password manager and protect your details online for less.
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Casper Coupons for April 2024
These Casper coupons can help you save big on your next bedding purchase from sheets, pillows, mattresses, and more.
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Paramount Plus Coupon Codes for April 2024
Our Paramount Plus coupon codes can be added to your subscription to help you save on monthly streaming fees.
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Google Maps is getting a new update that’ll help you discover hidden gems in your area thanks to AI - and I can't wait to try it out
Google Maps has an upcoming AI feature that’ll make it much easier to discover new places in your town.
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Bad news, Windows 11 users: ads are coming to the Start menu, but there’s something you can do about it
Microsoft's optional Windows 11 update introduces ads in the Start Menu, sparking discussion over intrusive marketing tactics and user experience.
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A huge Meta AI update finally arrives on Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses... for some
Your Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses finally got the Meta AI update we've been waiting for, in the US and Canada only.
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Gemini's next evolution could let you use the AI while you browse the internet
New leaks suggest Gemini on Android is going to add an overlay box and will accept different file types besides photos.
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Xbox Series S vs Xbox One S: the cheapest Xbox consoles compared
Xbox Series S vs Xbox One S debate offers great entry points into the ecosystem, but one is starting to show its age.
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Little Nightmares 3 - everything we know
Little Nightmares 3 has been announced and will be released in 2024, but there's still a lot to learn about this anticipated addition to a well-loved series.
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Fable 4 - everything we know so far
The Fable 4 release date is still something of a mystery. In the meantime, here's what's been revealed so far.
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Splinter Cell remake - everything we know so far
Here's what we know about Ubisoft's upcoming Splinter Cell remake, despite the lack of information currently available for the game.
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HP signs title sponsor deal with Ferrari F1 team
Multi-year title sponsorship sees expansion of HP and Ferrari tech partnership.
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Oracle is moving its global HQ in major healthcare switch
Oracle wants to be closer to the healthcare epicenter that is Nashville, TN, so it’s picking up sticks and leaving Austin, TX.
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Web app bug exposed details of over half a million Neighbourhood Watch members
Anyone could register and access sensitive data stored on the Neighbourhood Watch app.
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Antivirus updates hijacked to drop dangerous malware
Malware discovered hiding in virus database updates by Avast researchers.
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