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Our #1 coffee maker: The compact Philips Baristina is affordable and seriously impressiveA bargain espresso machine that makes brewing with fresh beans as simple as using coffee pods.
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Our #2 coffee maker: The Philips Café Aromis is the top fully automatic espresso machine, with great lattes tooEven if you have no barista experience, Aromis has a chatbot-style assistant that will help you tweak the brew settings until your coffee tastes perfect.
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Our #3 coffee maker: Meraki's Espresso Machine Gen 2 is how you take things to a new levelWhile testing Meraki’s latest espresso machine, I was genuinely blown away by how its clever features supported me to make better coffee manually.
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Forget pods, the Lavazza Tabli uses 100% coffee tablets — and beats Nespresso hands-down for flavorThe Tabli system is just as convenient as coffee capsules, but without the waste.
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The best 3 milk frothers for perfect lattes without the effortWhether you prefer dairy or plant-based milk, an electric milk frother is your shortcut to perfect cappuccinos and lattes.
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Your daily coffee demands the best quality water — and a filter can make all the differenceI spoke to water-quality experts to find out what I should look for when choosing a water filter to upgrade my coffee-making experience.
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How are Nespresso coffee pods recycled? Discover what happens behind the scenesCoffee capsules are quick and convenient, but make more waste than fresh grounds – so what happens to it?
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Meta Muse has already broken a record: it beats all competitors in data collection, Surfshark warnsSurfshark’s latest research found that Meta's newly launched AI agent is already leading the rankings as the most data-hungry chatbot.
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Woman loses 20 years of ‘digital memories’ after Meta deletes her accountsA woman lost 20 years of memories after Meta permanently closed her account and blocked any appeal.
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Oura partners with Xella Health to combine your smart ring data with AI-powered biomarker testingOura has a new partner integration, and this time it’s a women's health platform that combines lab testing with telehealth care, dubbed Xella Health.
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Thousands of diesel generators complicate Texas's AI crackdownTexas is tightening oversight of AI data centers, but thousands of diesel generators but critics say the crackdown may not go far enough
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Nikon fights backlash to microscope video contest winner after AI claimsNikon is reviewing a competition-winning video that some people suspect of being made with AI.
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UpdatedNew movies: the most exciting films coming to theaters in October 2026New movies will arrive weekly throughout 2026 — these are the biggest ones to keep an eye on.
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iFixit’s AirPods 5 teardown reveals one key improvement to Apple’s earbudsiFixit tore down the new AirPods 5 and found some notable improvements compared to their predecessors.
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This iPhone Duo app simulates a classic WalkmanAn iPhone Duo app gives the Walkman a modern upgrade, while retaining some of the tactility.
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Lanterns episode 8 release date and launch time on HBO Max: when does it come out?'Dirt and Stars' is the title of Lanterns' season 1 finale — here's when it'll be available to watch.
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UpdatedNew movies: the most exciting films coming to theaters in October 2026New movies will arrive weekly throughout 2026 — these are the biggest ones to keep an eye on.
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Lanterns season 2 renewal hopes grow amid impressive viewership and writers' room updateA new report has highlighted Lanterns' increasing popularity among audiences — and its chances of a season 2 renewal.
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New VisionQuest trailer highlights the four villains we'll see in the Marvel TV showVisionQuest's official trailer highlights Ultron and the other antagonists we'll see in the Marvel TV show.
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Streaming guide: new horror movies arriving in October 2026October is full of new horror movies, and I've picked out seven titles you shouldn't miss across the best streaming services
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Focal Mu-so Hekla review: a potent, super-immersive wireless speaker in a sleek soundbar's clothingOur review of the Focal Mu-so Hekla asks, among other things: when is a soundbar not a soundbar? And when is a Naim Mu-so speaker not a Naim Mu-so speaker?
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ESPN will now stream tons of sport in 4K HDR, coming first to iOS and Apple TV 4KApple TV and iOS are the first devices to get ESPN's new 4K HDR streaming. Other platforms will be added for US viewers this Fall.
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There's a new Amazon Fire TV Stick that's faster to use, and a redesigned remoteAmazon unveils a new, faster Fire TV Stick 4K plus a new remote design and updates for Alexa+.
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Sony Bravia 9 II vs Samsung R95H: which flagship RGB TV is best, and can they compete with OLED?A side-by-side comparison of Sony and Samsung's flagship 2026 RGB TVs using reference 4K Blu-rays: which one comes out on top?
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A EV truck with a TV built into a front trunk for tailgating? Ford wants to patent the ideaFord's patent for what looks very like the Ford Fathom shows a multi-use front trunk including the option to house a TV
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Cheap big-screen LCD TVs could be in trouble for Black Friday — panel prices are going upLCD panel prices are going up just in time for the peak TV buying season, and Samsung is considering dropping QLED
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Samsung finally announces its first ever clip-on open earbuds, with a neat Galaxy Buds 4 feature… but you can't buy them yetThe Samsung Galaxy Buds On are the brand's new clip-style open earbuds, with some design and feature inspirations from the Buds 4.
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Cambridge A100 SE review: cheap wireless earbuds that hit all the right notesCambridge refreshes its true wireless in-ear offering with some enticing new specification and a very tempting asking price…
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iFixit’s AirPods 5 teardown reveals one key improvement to Apple’s earbudsiFixit tore down the new AirPods 5 and found some notable improvements compared to their predecessors.
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9 of the biggest new headphones and earbuds unveiled in September: Apple, Bose, Sony and moreIn what has been a huge month for headphones and earbuds, we pick just the 9 most-prominent products in the portable audio listening gear space — strap in, there's a lot to get through!
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Best earbuds: top buys, all TechRadar-tested and recommendedTechRadar's carefully considered pick of the best earbuds in the business – including one or two new models you might not be familiar with.
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Spotify was down for many — here's what we know about the outageSpotify was down for many users, with thousands reporting mobile app issues —here's what happened in its latest outage.
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The Apple Watch Ultra 3 — a 'Garmin-rivaling powerhouse' — is now up to $200 offThe Apple Watch Ultra 3 has been discounted to a lowest-ever price on Best Buy and Amazon.
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UpdatedThe best smartwatch 2026Want better fitness tracking, smarter health features or simply a watch that does more? We’ve tested the latest smartwatches to find the ones worth wearing.
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UpdatedThe best bone conduction headphones 2026: Stay aware on the road, in the pool and the officeThe best bone conduction headphones for open-ear listening wherever you go
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Screen-free compact camera arrives for hikers with a smart binoculars trickThe Portal AFN7 digital compact also features Kodak-inspired film filters.
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Bird Buddy 2 Review: my six months with the solar powered smart feeder cameraWith continuous solar power and a cleverly redesigned rotatable camera, the Bird Buddy 2 is a triumph, though I think the detection element still needs refinement
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Nikon fights backlash to microscope video contest winner after AI claimsNikon is reviewing a competition-winning video that some people suspect of being made with AI.
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I compared the OM System PEN and Lumix L10 — which classy Micro Four Thirds model wins?The new OM System PEN bears a striking resemblance to the Lumix L1- premium compact camera, so which rangefinder-style Micro Four Thirds camera is the better of the two?
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The best pumpkin spice coffee capsules and packs, so you can indulge your fall habit at homePumpkin spice season has arrived — here's how to integrate it into your at-home caffeine setup so you don't bankrupt yourself at Starbucks.
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Is it a speaker or a luxury coffee maker? Meet the stealthy Loewe aura.maticThis premium automatic espresso machine has a sleek aluminum case, a wooden frame, and a tinted glass door to hide everything away between brews.
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Keurig Alta system swaps plastic pods for compressed coffee tabsAltaRounds are fully compostable, and are a big change from plastic and foil K-Cups when it comes to single-serve coffee.
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Which Ring doorbell should I buy? A simple guide to the different optionsNot sure whether to go hardwired or battery? Or what difference between Pro and Plus models? Here's what you need to know before buying a Ring video doorbell.
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The Apple Watch Ultra 3 — a 'Garmin-rivaling powerhouse' — is now up to $200 offThe Apple Watch Ultra 3 has been discounted to a lowest-ever price on Best Buy and Amazon.
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Dell’s September Spotlight Sale is ending — Here are the 4 laptop deals I'd personally buy with my own cashDell's latest laptops feature decent price cuts this week - but the brand's 'September sale' is surely ending soon.
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Where to buy the Lego PlayStation — latest stock updates for the classic PS1 console replica kitThe Lego PlayStation is now available to buy in some stores, ahead of wider availability on October 4, so I've gathered together all of the key info and retailer links to follow right here.
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Black FridayBlack Friday VPN deals 2026 – what to expect and the best early deals already availableWith Black Friday VPN deals only weeks away, we've gathered all the information you need to know what you can expect, and what you can already save on.
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Windows 11 26H2 update reportedly improves RAM usage for some usersHas Microsoft pushed through changes to help with RAM usage in the 26H2 update?
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Windows 11's 26H2 update could trigger the rollout of delayed featuresIf you've been annoyed that you still haven't got a Windows 11 feature that was rolled out earlier this year, you might be in luck.
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Anker unveils Eufy S4 video doorbell with VR viewing and AI trackingWith 180-degree viewing field, AI tracking, and subject framing, there's nothing the Eufy S4 video doorbell can't do.
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Discord's system resource hogging days may be over, with new 'Game Mode'Finally, Discord is working on a 'Game Mode' to reduce CPU and GPU consumption while gaming, but it seems there's still a lot of work to be done.
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Nacon's new Revolution 5 Unlimited is the world's first officially licensed PS5 controller to offer a built-in control screen for 'instant adjustments without ever leaving the game'Nacon has announced its new Revolution 5 Unlimited, an asymmetric controller, officially licensed for PS5 consoles, featuring "major hardware innovations."
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Lisa PS5 controller pre-orders live — all the best info and links as pre-orders go liveOur live Lisa PS5 controller pre-order coverage.
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Gears of War: E-Day review: old-school action is a breath of fresh air in 2026Gears of War: E-Day looks amazing and delivers excellent old-school action in both its campaign and multiplayer modes.
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Ukraine drone chief targeted by $20 million Russian bounty warns 'humanity is losing control' as AI becomes a 'digital panopticon'Ukraine's drone chief says humanity is "losing control" of AI weapons, calling it a panopticon even as drones continue to get increasingly 'smarter' on the front line
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NASA could bring back SR-71 as missing Blackbird sparks wild speculation about the world's fastest plane ever and former staffers contacted for 'help'Reviving the 59-year-old jet would require rebuilding fuel, spares and expertise, and NASA has so far refused to explain why.
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OpenAI, Blackstone, Softbank form US data center lobbying group —American Infrastructure Alliance's first job is stop states from blocking AI data centerThe American Infrastructure Alliance is a collaboration between unions and influential technology and investment companies, and aims to push through data center plans, overcoming local opposition
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Meta told the IRS its AI data centers are experimental to shave $6 billion off its tax billMeta has used an experimental tax credit to save billions, but there are serious questions over whether AI data centers are part of standard operation.
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