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Viltrox AF 16mm F1.8 FE review: a dream ultra-wide lens for landscape and astrophotography
The Viltrox AF 16mm f/1.8 FE is an impressive ultra-wide-angle prime lens that offers pro-grade performance and image quality at an affordable price.
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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 gets unimaginably thin, smarter , and better at photography.
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 could finally be the phone that takes foldables mainstream, but (again) the price may hold it back.
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Too Much review: Lena Dunham’s new Netflix show is nothing like Girls
We clearly all miss Girls, but Lena Dunham’s new Netflix show Too Much goes above and beyond the messiness of New York living.
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Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 FE is a black and white bargain flip that costs more than most flagship phones
Something about this bargain flip doesn't add up
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The Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 Classic is a Galaxy Watch Ultra that’s dressed to impress
The rotating bezel makes a triumphant return as the Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 Classic goes Ultra.
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I just tested the Samsung Galaxy Watch 8, and it’s thinner, brighter and tougher than ever
The Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 is the first main series watch with the new Galaxy Watch Ultra-inspired ‘cushion’ design.
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OnePlus Buds 4 review: the best ANC performance I've ever tested in a set of earbuds
The OnePlus Buds 4 have a svelte design, top-notch ANC and a bassy sound, so it’s a shame that a few rough edges let them down.
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No trade needed - one of last year's best foldable smartphones is free with a plan at Total Wireless today
The Motorola Razr 2024 is still worth checking out - especially if you can get it for free with a cheap plan right now.
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The iPhone’s Dynamic Island will get a “significant evolution,” one leaker says, but I’m skeptical about their claims
Leaker Majin Bu has made some claims about the iPhone’s Dynamic Island, but it’s hard to know what to make of them.
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UpdatedSamsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 price: how much does Samsung’s top foldable cost?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 is an extremely expensive phone, whatever configuration you choose. Here's what you need to know.
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UpdatedSamsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 price: how much do the Z Flip 7 and Z Flip 7 FE cost?
Samsung has launched two new foldable flip phones and we've got full pricing for them both, across the US, the UK, and Australia.
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Two Samsung Galaxy S26 models could be in for camera upgrades – and their codenames have leaked too
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra could have a larger main sensor, while the middle model might have more megapixels in its ultra-wide snapper.
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A top Apple tipster thinks he's worked out the iPhone 17 release date – and it could be just two months away
The iPhone 17 might launch in the week of September 8, according to a new report.
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The Poco F7 poses a real problem for the OnePlus Nord 5 and Nothing Phone 3
The OnePlus Nord 5 and Nothing Phone 3 are stealing headlines, but the Poco F7 offers a price/performance balance that puts these pricier rivals to shame.
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Game from the comfort of your couch or pool with this awesome Lenovo Legion Go deal at Best Buy
The Lenovo Legion Go is the best Steam Deck alternative, and right now, its 1TB model is on sale at Best Buy for a fantastic price.
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The next generation of ChatGPT is just around the corner - here’s why GPT-5 could transform the way you use AI
ChatGPT-5 is just around the corner, but what even is it? And why could it be the biggest upgrade to OpenAI's chatbot yet?
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Quordle hints and answers for Tuesday, July 15 (game #1268)
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, July 15 (game #499)
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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Elmo didn't love this – hackers took over his account and it's probably because of a mistake you can easily avoid
The Sesame Street Character's popular X account was hacked, and then very bad things happened – don't let them happen to you
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Nvidia's free speed boost for all PC games is no longer exclusive to its newest GPUs – here's which older cards are about to get it
Smooth Motion tech is like frame generation but at a driver level, meaning that all games can benefit from the boost.
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YouTube removing the Trending page looks out of touch – it needs to fix these 3 much bigger problems first
Over the coming weeks YouTube will be retiring its Trending page in favor of YouTube Charts, but there are other problems it needs to fix first.
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The iPhone’s Dynamic Island will get a “significant evolution,” one leaker says, but I’m skeptical about their claims
Leaker Majin Bu has made some claims about the iPhone’s Dynamic Island, but it’s hard to know what to make of them.
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A top Apple tipster thinks he's worked out the iPhone 17 release date – and it could be just two months away
The iPhone 17 might launch in the week of September 8, according to a new report.
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Apple deals still running! These 15 huge deals on AirPods, Apple Watch, MacBooks and more didn't end with Prime Day – don't miss out!
You can still get these great Apple deals, but who knows when they'll end – and some are record-lows!
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Yes! Amazon's record-low AirPods Pro 2 price is still here, even though Prime Day has finished – don't miss it, because who knows when it'll end!
You can still get AirPods Pro 2 for the amazing price of just $149 – a $100 discount.
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ICYMI: the 8 biggest tech stories of the week, from Prime Day deals to Samsung's shiny new foldables
It's been another busy week in the world of tech, and all our top stories are collected here in one place.
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UpdatedIT: Welcome to Derry – everything you need to know about the new Max horror series
Welcome to Derry is heading to Max and we've got everything you need to know about the newest Stephen King adaptation.
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HBO’s Harry Potter TV show begins production, and one first-look costume is already spot-on
We’ve got our first look at the next Harry Potter as HBO starts production on its upcoming TV show, and it’s everything you want it to be.
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The top 10 most-streamed TV shows of 2025 so far are missing some of my favorites – here are 5 series you shouldn’t ignore
From Squid Game to Ginny and Georgia, the top 10 most-streamed TV shows of 2025 so far have been made official, but five of my favorites are missing.
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The Blair Witch Project was released 26 years ago – here are 4 more excellent found footage horrors to stream
There are some great found footage horror movies across some of the best streaming services to watch to mark The Blair Witch Project's anniversary.
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5 great free movies to stream on Pluto TV, Plex, Kanopy and more this week (July 14)
Looking for great movies without spending a penny? This week we’ve got a stylish heist, two different kinds of sci-fi, a monster-tinged indie romance and a coming-of-age drama.
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UpdatedThe best gaming TV for all budgets, all real-world tested by our experts
Our guide to finding the best gaming TV for your PS5, Xbox Series X, PC or even last-gen console that will suit all budgets.
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UpdatedThe best 85-inch TVs: huge 4K and 8K TVs worth buying
The best 85-inch TVs give a new meaning to the word ‘large’. But if you can fit one in your home, which are the best options?
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Samsung's 2024 TVs are getting a great free upgrade we've been waiting for
The latest version of Tizen is a very welcome surprise
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Good news, movie fans! Sony's gone deals-crazy with its soundbars, and I'd rate these 5 as the best affordable home theater upgrades
Dolby Atmos and surround-sound options – we've tested all these soundbars, and they're a great value.
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You can now get a 55-inch 4K TV for under $200 thanks to this bonkers deal at Best Buy
The TCL F35 Series 4K Fire TV is only $199.99 in a wild super-cheap deal at Best Buy.
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Don't wait! It's your last chance to get this five-star Samsung OLED TV for a record-low price before Prime Day ends
Prime Day is drawing to close, so you don't have long left to get this incredible deal on one of Samsung's best OLED TVs
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Big TVs, smaller prices - get 75 and 85-inch screens for under $1,000 with these tempting Prime Day deals
Prime Day is drawing to a close, but you can still grab a deal on that big screen TV you've dreamed about.
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This Bluetooth DAC and headphone amp with cool VU meter looks like super-luxe audio upgrade, but it's actually stunningly well-priced
Topping's DX5 II is a desktop DAC and amp with an impressive specification for a relatively low price
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UpdatedThe best turntables for all budgets, tested and selected by TechRadar experts
The best record player is just a few clicks away, whether you're a vinyl veteran or a turntable newbie – and all TechRadar tested and approved.
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FiiO's new active speakers could be the perfect pair for my home studio –here's why
Fiio's new SP5 active speakers look perfect for music makers and content creators.
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Yes! Amazon's record-low AirPods Pro 2 price is still here, even though Prime Day has finished – don't miss it, because who knows when it'll end!
You can still get AirPods Pro 2 for the amazing price of just $149 – a $100 discount.
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Prime Day is almost over, but the Sonos Ace are still at the lowest price ever
Prime Day 2025 is nearing its close, but you can still save $150 on the Sonos Ace headphones and score them for $299.
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Don’t miss Sennheiser’s Prime Day headphones deals before they go! Give your music the audiophile upgrade it deserves, from just $99 / £69
Great deals on wired and wireless headphones that really step up the sound quality
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Gemini arrives on the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro, with more Samsung and Sony earbuds to follow
Samsung's Pro earbuds are the first third-party buds to get Google's Gemini –and more are coming soon.
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This "go-to shoe for long Sunday runs" just got a major Prime Day discount, and I'd definitely buy a pair (if I didn't own them already)
The Altra FWD Via are your new lazy-run best friends, and I should know – I already own a pair.
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This is your final chance to grab the excellent Samsung Galaxy Ring and save $100 this Prime Day
Amazon is taking $100 off Samsung's Galaxy Ring, which drops the price to just $299 with free, fast shipping for Prime members during Prime Day 2025.
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Your next Apple Watch could have this massive AI health upgrade – and no new sensors are needed
New Apple-led research just revealed how AI could improve health analysis in future Apple Watch models.
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Viltrox AF 16mm F1.8 FE review: a dream ultra-wide lens for landscape and astrophotography
The Viltrox AF 16mm f/1.8 FE is an impressive ultra-wide-angle prime lens that offers pro-grade performance and image quality at an affordable price.
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It's the final day of the Insta360 sale – should you buy a 360 camera now or wait? Here's my expert advice
It's the last chance to grab a 360 camera bargain before the Insta360 sale finishes, but other models are on the horizon. Here are the best options for you
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Detailed leaks reveal likely designs of the DJI Mic 3 and DJI Osmo 360 ahead of rumored reveal later this month
DJI makes some excellent gadgets besides drones, and we have more details on two upcoming products.
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Kodak's retro Super 8 camcorder is outrageously expensively, but I've found this super-cheap digital alternative
Heavily inspired by the original 8mm home movie cameras of the 1960s, Camp Snap’s digital camcorder finally has a release date.
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UpdatedThe best espresso machine 2025: barista-tested and recommended
Expert-recommended espresso machines to give you a morning jump-start.
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UpdatedThe best smart switch 2025: top buttons and dimmers for all your smart home devices
Our roundup of expert-tested smart switches to give you maximum control over your smart home tech.
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'You get the best of both worlds' – an expert reveals why an air circulator is better than a regular fan this summer
For versatile and efficient cooling, an air circulator could be the perfect solution.
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Missed Prime Day? Fear not, there's still $500 off this De'Longhi espresso machine and it's the best deal I've seen all year
A giant discount on a fully automatic coffee maker that beats Amazon's Prime Day offers.
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The best gaming TV for all budgets, all real-world tested by our experts
Our guide to finding the best gaming TV for your PS5, Xbox Series X, PC or even last-gen console that will suit all budgets.
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The best espresso machine 2025: barista-tested and recommended
Expert-recommended espresso machines to give you a morning jump-start.
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The best smart switch 2025: top buttons and dimmers for all your smart home devices
Our roundup of expert-tested smart switches to give you maximum control over your smart home tech.
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The best 85-inch TVs: huge 4K and 8K TVs worth buying
The best 85-inch TVs give a new meaning to the word ‘large’. But if you can fit one in your home, which are the best options?
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The best turntables for all budgets, tested and selected by TechRadar experts
The best record player is just a few clicks away, whether you're a vinyl veteran or a turntable newbie – and all TechRadar tested and approved.
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UpdatedThe best free VPN in 2025
With so many scams, only the best free VPNs are worth your time. Find out how PrivadoVPN and Proton VPN's free tiers compare to all the rest, and read our top tips for the best VPN alternatives.
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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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No trade needed - one of last year's best foldable smartphones is free with a plan at Total Wireless today
The Motorola Razr 2024 is still worth checking out - especially if you can get it for free with a cheap plan right now.
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Amazon has a post-Prime Day sale - here are 35 left-over deals that are still worth buying
If you missed Prime Day, Amazon has a leftover sale, and I'm rounding up the 35 best deals still worth buying on TVs, AirPods, and appliances, with prices from $10.99.
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Game from the comfort of your couch or pool with this awesome Lenovo Legion Go deal at Best Buy
The Lenovo Legion Go is the best Steam Deck alternative, and right now, its 1TB model is on sale at Best Buy for a fantastic price.
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UpdatedHBO Max free trial: is there one, are there any great HBO Max deals available, and more big questions answered
TechRadar brings you the latest information on whether a HBO Max free trial is available to take advantage of.
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It's the final day of the Insta360 sale – should you buy a 360 camera now or wait? Here's my expert advice
It's the last chance to grab a 360 camera bargain before the Insta360 sale finishes, but other models are on the horizon. Here are the best options for you
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Every decent Amazon Prime Day headphones deal is still live after the huge sales event – some of the cheapest-ever prices still available
I've rounded up the cheapest deals still live on excellent headphones the week after Prime Day, so you can still get the best music for your money
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Sling TV Promo Codes for July 2025
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The next generation of ChatGPT is just around the corner - here’s why GPT-5 could transform the way you use AI
ChatGPT-5 is just around the corner, but what even is it? And why could it be the biggest upgrade to OpenAI's chatbot yet?
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YouTube removing the Trending page looks out of touch – it needs to fix these 3 much bigger problems first
Over the coming weeks YouTube will be retiring its Trending page in favor of YouTube Charts, but there are other problems it needs to fix first.
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Latest Windows 11 update fail brings yet more installation woes – but some other reported bugs have me seriously worried
I don't like the sound of bugs with overheating, and mouse-related glitches, or problems with other peripherals.
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Popeyes drops AI-powered diss track against McDonald's, and the results are hilarious
Popeyes made an ad with AI to mock McDonald's, and the result is hilarious.
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'Coming soon': IO Interactive issues update on fixes for Hitman performance problems on Nintendo Switch 2
IO Interactive says that performance fixes are on the way for Hitman on Nintendo Switch 2.
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NYT Connections hints and answers for Tuesday, July 15 (game #765)
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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Donkey Kong Bananza director acknowledges the game's performance issues, but says the team 'prioritized fun and playability' first
Donkey Kong Bananza's performance issues probably won't be solved for launch, as the team 'prioritized fun and playability'.
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NYT Connections hints and answers for Monday, July 14 (game #764)
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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Between them, the TechRadar team have 300 years' experience in tech journalism. Here's why you should trust them.
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NordVPN just extended our favorite deal – not even Amazon Prime Day can compete!
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The Prime Day deal that will put you ahead of the crowd for the next Black Friday
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The best free VPN in 2025
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The best VPN service 2025
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Italy's Piracy Shield may be breaching EU law according to lawmakers
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I'm ignoring Amazon Prime Day – this deal gives me $50 Amazon gift cards and huge savings anyway
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Hurry! Your chance to get a free $50 Amazon gift card from NordVPN ends today – grab it while you can!
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Google Gemini can be hijacked to display fake email summaries in phishing scams
Would you believe Gemini if told you your Gmail account was compromised?
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A major security flaw in top eSIM system could put billions of devices at risk - here's what we know
An eSIM system used in more than two billion devices was flawed in a way which allowed crooks to intercept or manipulate communications.
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CISA warns hackers are actively exploiting critical CitrixBleed 2
CISA adds bug to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog, giving agencies just a day to patch up.
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"People need to know AI is reliable, secure, and respects boundaries" - Dropbox VP tells us why AI should be your "proactive partner"
We speak to Dropbox's Manik Singh around AI, collaboration, trust, and more.
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