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The most important features content creators should look for when choosing a laptop
We break down all the biggest features that you should look for when buying a laptop for content creation.
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How to choose a powerful GPU for video editing, and why you need one
How to choose the right GPU for video editing and content creation.
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Five great tools for making music on your laptop
Whether it’s synthesizing new sounds, adding royalty free samples or producing the perfect mix, each of these fantastic tools has helped transform the way I make music on my laptop.
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Do you actually need a computer for content creation?
Is it worth buying a computer for content creation or can you make do with just your phone?
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Can a thin and light laptop be powerful enough for content creation?
Looking to do some content creation work, but don't want to be shackled to a chunky desktop? There are better options out there!
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Birdfy Bird Bath Pro review: a fun new way to watch your garden birdlife
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Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 review: mid-priced buds which are frustrating, not enjoyable
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HP OmniBook Ultra Flip 14 review: a remarkably thin 2-in-1 with a dazzling display
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H20 Audio Sonar 2 Pro review: The perfect headphones for swimming
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Ninja's Power Duo Immersion Blender with Whisk is a quick and effective way to whip and blend
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Bose SoundLink Micro Gen 2 review: a solid little performer, but with a hefty price-tag
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Ready or Not 2: Here I Come review — the sequel is convoluted and full of carnage, but saved by star power
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The perfect iPhone 17e deal? Visible Wireless is rebating the entire cost of the device right now
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GrapheneOS is taking a stand against digital age verification laws — but how long can its defiance last?
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Android Auto has stopped working for some phones, including the Galaxy S26
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The iPhone Air is a massive upgrade in one key way, new report claims
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All the products Apple launched in March, and how much they cost
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OpinionGood luck, Americans, your Wi-Fi choices are about to get worse — we’ve tested hundreds of routers and every single one of our favorites is made outside of the US
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Nvidia RTX 5090 buyer is scammed as GPU is replaced by laundry detergent
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NYT Strands hints and answers for Wednesday, March 25 (game #752)
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How to choose a laptop or PC screen that won't strain your eyes
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Is DLSS 5 'AI slop'? Nvidia's Jensen Huang sets the record straight
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How to use Apple’s macOS Dock if you’ve switched from Windows 11
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If we had ‘achieved AGI, ’ you wouldn't be hearing about it through a podcast
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang just said “I think we’ve achieved AGI” while on a podcast.
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Spotify takes steps to combat AI-generated music fraud with new approval system
Artist Protection Profile gives artists an active role in reviewing what music releases appear in their name.
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'I am not a fan' — Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak takes aim at AI
Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak says AI falls short when compared to human beings.
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Neil deGrasse Tyson wants to ban 'lethal' AI superintelligence
Neil deGrasse Tyson’s call to ban AI superintelligence underscores rising fears that future AI could outpace human control and force global action
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Is DLSS 5 'AI slop'? Nvidia's Jensen Huang sets the record straight
Nvidia's DLSS 5 is still suffering a major backlash from gamers, but CEO Jensen Huang has doubled down on his previous clarification.
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'I am not a fan' — Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak takes aim at AI
Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak says AI falls short when compared to human beings.
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How to use Apple’s macOS Dock if you’ve switched from Windows 11
Learn how the macOS Dock works with our complete guide for new Mac users.
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The iPhone Air is a massive upgrade in one key way, new report claims
The iPhone Air’s C1X modem is one of the fastest on the market, a new report claims.
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All the products Apple launched in March, and how much they cost
Now the dust has settled on Apple's launch extravaganza, here's a run-down of what the new lineup looks like.
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Tim Cook hails MacBook Neo launch as best ever for Macs despite shipping delays
Shipping for the MacBook Neo has been pushed to mid-April, so it's best to act now if you don't want to wait longer to snag one.
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Marvel confirms title and launch date for The Punisher TV Special on Disney+
The launch date and official title for the Jon Bernthal-starring Disney+ special presentation have been unveiled.
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This Disney+ and Hulu bundle deal gives you three months for $15
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ExclusiveBridgerton season 5 stars are ready for Francesca-Michaela LGBT romance
Bridgerton season 5 is set to focus on Francesca and Michaela's love story following John's death — meaning LGBT fans are about to lock in.
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Dutton Ranch release date suggests an epic Taylor Sheridan show crossover
Paramount has confirmed the release date for Dutton Ranch — and not only is it much earlier than expected, but it could suggest a huge Taylor Sheridan show crossover.
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What is the release date for Scrubs season 10 episode 6 on Hulu and Disney+?
Scrubs season 10 episode, titled 'My V.I.P', will premiere shortly — here's when and where you can watch it.
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Samsung releases new cheap mini-LED TVs — and they don't have QLED
New Neo QLED TVs, and two more affordable mini-LED models with no quantum dots mentioned
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More than 10,000 have bought Amazon's Fire TV Stick 4K Plus this month — and it's so cheap right now, I'm buying it too
The powerful Fire TV Stick 4K Plus is Amazon's top-selling device, and it's on sale right now for a record-low price of just $24.99 - a deal so good that I'm adding it to my cart.
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'If pressed to choose a single TV that fits every viewing need, I would select the LG C5 OLED' — and it's now $1,300 off at Best Buy
Our TV expert said, 'If pressed to choose a single TV that fits every viewing need, I would select the LG C5 OLED,' and the 65-inch model is $1,300 off at Best Buy right now.
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Toshiba has a new affordable 100-inch mini-LED TV, but is it cheap enough?
Toshiba's new mini-LEDs have a decent specification but the largest size is considerably more expensive than the equivalent Hisense or TCL
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I compared the LG G6 to Samsung's best, and it's the new reflections king
The Samsung S95F has been my pick as the best OLED for bright-room viewing, but the LG G6 is coming for its title
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Our best budget OLED TV just got a huge 54% discount at Best Buy — the outstanding LG B5 is worth every cent today
Discounts may vary depending on size
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I spoke to the CEO of a TV manufacturer about the future of TV hardware
Just how can TV evolve? I spoke to to Balaji Krishnan, CEO of Displace to get his thoughts on what needs to happen in the TV market.
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Spotify takes steps to combat AI-generated music fraud with new approval system
Artist Protection Profile gives artists an active role in reviewing what music releases appear in their name.
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Denon’s new wireless speakers with Dolby Atmos take aim at Sonos and WiiM rivals
Denon launched 'Sonos-busting' 200, 400, and 600 wireless speakers — think multiple drivers, all-stereo presentation, multi-room smarts, and chic looks
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I switched from headphones to earbuds after three years —here's what I learned
From travel convenience to overall aesthetics, here are three things I've missed with using earbuds — and three things I haven't.
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Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 review: mid-priced buds which are frustrating, not enjoyable
Samsung's mid-ranged earbuds aim to offer an alternative affordable option to the brand's top-priced Buds, but they're not a worthy substitute.
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'Perfect Record Store Day prep': Majority's new turntable-speaker combo is surprisingly affordable (and colorful!)
The new Majority Auto turntable and D50X bookshelf speakers are affordable, colorful, and out now (just in time for Record Store Day).
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Bose SoundLink Micro Gen 2 review: a solid little performer, but with a hefty price-tag
Bose’s bijou Bluetooth speaker delivers solid sound, excellent durability, and stylish looks, but I’d still buy a rival instead — here’s why.
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Wired earbuds are trendy right now, and this budget set from Sennheiser is all you need
Yes, wired earbuds are trendy again, and this cheap set is all you need for beautiful compression-free audio.
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Latest Pixel Watch update causes step count and calorie errors in the Fitbit app
Google Pixel Watch users are running into frustrating issues in the Fitbit app, but either company has yet to address them.
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Strava reveals location of French warship after officer records on-deck run
A French naval officer’s workout session accidentally became a security incident thanks to Strava — here's how to manage your privacy settings to avoid a similar fate.
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H20 Audio Sonar 2 Pro review: The perfect headphones for swimming
Between the form factor and features, this is one of the best bone conduction headphone options for the pool.
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Panasonic’s premium travel zoom camera gets a surprise successor 8 years on
Panasonic updates its popular Lumix ZS200 / TZ200 travel compact from 2018 with the new ZS300 / TZ300.
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Skydio just landed a record $52 million drones order from the US military
DJI is shut out by the US military as it instead picks domestic drone producer Skydio for a huge – and urgent – order.
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Birdfy Bird Bath Pro review: a fun new way to watch your garden birdlife
A whole new way to watch your garden birdlife
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First Chinese zoom lens with autofocus spotted — and that's a big deal
If China is to overtake Japan as the new lens-making superpower, we need more choice, most notably autofocus zooms — and we may soon have it.
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This smart clock uses lights to tell the time, and has soothing sounds
The Clock is a bedside clock that uses light instead of an analog mechanism to tell the time
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Ninja's Power Duo Immersion Blender with Whisk is a quick and effective way to whip and blend
A simple, space-saving appliance that can tackle just about any ingredient you can throw at it.
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UpdatedThe best smart home devices 2026
Never mind repainting: with smart home tech you can completely transform how your home looks and works. These are our favorite bits of smart home kit
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Ikea home office trends for 2026: calming greens and natural cork
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More than 10,000 have bought Amazon's Fire TV Stick 4K Plus this month — and it's so cheap right now, I'm buying it too
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The perfect iPhone 17e deal? Visible Wireless is rebating the entire cost of the device right now
The prepaid carrier Visible Wireless is offering new customers a free iPhone 17e via rebate when you pick one up on the excellent Visible Pro Plus plan.
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The amazing Kindle Colorsoft just dropped to its record-low Black Friday price on Amazon
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How to use Apple’s macOS Dock if you’ve switched from Windows 11
Learn how the macOS Dock works with our complete guide for new Mac users.
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Microsoft promises big changes for Windows 11 'every month this year'
Microsoft seems to be serious about fixing Windows 11 quickly, as exec promises big changes will come 'this month and every month this year'.
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Here's what we know about the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Glasses
The Samsung Galaxy Glasses, as leaks are calling them, should land later this year. Here's what we know.
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Apple's MacBook Neo triumph could also be great news for Windows 11 laptops
Is Microsoft now at panic stations with fixing all Windows 11's problems?
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Epic Games is laying off more than 1,000 employees just weeks after raising Fortnite V-Buck prices 'to help pay the bills'
Epic Games is laying off more than 1,000 employees.
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Capcom to use generative AI to boost productivity, but not for game content
Capcom won't abandon DLSS 5 in current and upcoming games, or the use of AI for development productivity, but promises it won't use AI for game content.
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Xbox indie program lead says Project Helix will be 'easier' for developers and that Microsoft is 'working hard so developers can make one Xbox build in the future' that will run on everything
The GM advises studios to develop their games for current-gen and PC first
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I trapped a clone of my boss on a desert island in Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream — and it only got weirder from there
Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream had me tormenting a virtual version of my TechRadar boss.
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Elon Musk wants Texas 'Terafab' plant to produce one terawatt of computing power each year
Musk outlines terafab to deliver massive compute, yet production limits, resource shortages, and launch demands raise serious feasibility concerns.
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This tax-themed malvertising attack can blind security software before it arrives — and then unleashes ransomware
If you're rushing to file your taxes, be extra careful - crooks are betting on your sloppiness.
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Acer Swift Edge 14 AI laptop review
The Acer Swift Edge 14 AI is a lightweight laptop that leverages a 200-series Core Ultra processor and LPDDR5X memory.
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'Traces of unauthorized access': Mazda confirms data breach exposing employee and partner data — here's what we know
A handful of Mazda records were exfiltrated - but no one has claimed responsibility yet.
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