50 years of Apple
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I saw Steve Jobs give his last WWDC presentation — here's why it still matters
It's been 15 years since Steve Jobs died, and as Apple turns 50, we reflect on the iconic CEO's last great presentation.
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From Ping to 'MobileMess': 11 things Apple got horribly wrong in the last 50 years
From rock band downloads to unreliable keyboards, here are the biggest Apple misfires in the last fifty years.
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How Apple accidentally destroyed the record business
Three Apple products changed the way we listen to music — and caused some unintended consequences too.
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Forget the RAM crisis and rising prices — Apple’s 50th anniversary is the perfect time to grab these retro gadgets and celebrate a time when computing was fun
Celebrate Apple's upcoming 50th anniversary with these cut-price retro gadgets.
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'You’re holding it wrong': 11 iconic phrases define Apple's last 50 years
From carefully crafted marketing lines to terms the company would probably rather forget, these phrases capture the impact, influence and missteps of Apple over the last 50 years.
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Apple turns 50 — we’re live tracking the celebration, surprises, and more
Join us live as Apple hits the 50-year mark, with updates, reactions, and what it means for the future.
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I’ve used Macs in every decade since the 1980s and they still feel magical
A Mac user since the 1980s — and former Apple magazine editor — looks back on 50 years of Apple to explore how it went from rebellious outsider to tech giant while still managing to feel a little magical.
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'A complete disaster': The 11 worst Apple gadgets ever, according to you
We asked you to vote on the worst gadget Apple has ever made in its 50-year history — here are the results.
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Think you're an Apple expert? Prove it by taking our big Apple 50th anniversary quiz
Apple turns 50 next week, and we want to find out how much you really know about the tech giant's history.
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Ranked: The 15 best Apple gadgets of the past 50 years — as voted for by you
We've been polling TechRadar readers on their favorite Apple gadgets in history, and these are the results.
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7 mythical Apple products that never saw the light of day
Sometimes, that long-rumored Apple product stays a rumor and never graces the real world. Here are our favorite near-mythical gadgets from the company's 50-year history.
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Apple may add AI chatbots that run ‘inside Siri’ — here's why that's concerning
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Apple is not rolling out a privacy display feature despite viral videos
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NYT Wordle today — answer and my hints for game #1747, Wednesday, April 1
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Apple turns 50 — we’re live tracking the celebration, surprises, and more
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From Ping to 'MobileMess': 11 things Apple got horribly wrong in the last 50 years
From rock band downloads to unreliable keyboards, here are the biggest Apple misfires in the last fifty years.
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I used the ChatGPT ‘gig finder’ prompt to find bands playing near me
I used ChatGPT to find gigs near me, and ended up discovering a new favorite band.
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Apple may add AI chatbots that run ‘inside Siri’ — here's why that's concerning
Apple might soon add AI chatbots that run inside Siri, but there could be a lot of risk involved.
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I turned on Location in ChatGPT — and it changed how I searched
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I connected my Dropbox to ChatGPT — and it changed how I find everything
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7 mythical Apple products that never saw the light of day
Sometimes, that long-rumored Apple product stays a rumor and never graces the real world. Here are our favorite near-mythical gadgets from the company's 50-year history.
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How Apple accidentally destroyed the record business
Three Apple products changed the way we listen to music — and caused some unintended consequences too.
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'You’re holding it wrong': 11 iconic phrases define Apple's last 50 years
From carefully crafted marketing lines to terms the company would probably rather forget, these phrases capture the impact, influence and missteps of Apple over the last 50 years.
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From Ping to 'MobileMess': 11 things Apple got horribly wrong in the last 50 years
From rock band downloads to unreliable keyboards, here are the biggest Apple misfires in the last fifty years.
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Apple turns 50 — we’re live tracking the celebration, surprises, and more
Join us live as Apple hits the 50-year mark, with updates, reactions, and what it means for the future.
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Invincible season 4 episode 5 just made a big change to one of the Prime Video show's new heroes — and I can't see everyone being okay with it
Invincible's latest chapter formally introduces us to Tech Jacket — but their grand reveal might not please some fans.
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Don't let Amazon's sale close without scoring a Lego deal
Amazon's Spring Sale is in the homestretch, but there are still some great deals to shop, including these 12 Lego sets seeing excellent discounts.
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A24's Backrooms has a full trailer — and its found footage clips have left me absolutely terrified
Backrooms is getting the big screen treatment and I'm on the edge of my seat after seeing the trailer.
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Apple TV's Cape Fear trailer gives a chilling first look at villain Max Cady and fans are impressed: 'Javier Bardem can do anything'
Javier Bardem steps into the shoes of Max Cady for Apple TV's Cape Fear series in a chilling new trailer.
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Stream this forgotten Taylor Sheridan top 10 show on Paramount+ this week
Paramount+ is spoilt for choice when it comes to streaming Taylor Sheridan shows — but make sure you binge the one I can't tear my eyes from.
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Fiber HDMI lead goes viral as an ideal solution for long cable runs
In some scenarios, it really is worth paying for an expensive HDMI lead.
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It's official: TCL will make Sony's future TVs in a new joint venture
End of one era, the start of a new one — here's what to expect
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This 'fantastic for the price' mini-LED TV is the best budget buy right now
Save over $1,000 on the launch price of the terrific TCL QM7K mini-LED
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I compared the LG G6 OLED TV against the G5, and it's a big upgrade
The LG G5 was one of 2025's best OLED TVs — but the LG G6 improves in the right places, even more dramatically than I expected
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6 new 4K Blu-rays from March 2026 to add to your collection
For this month's Blu-ray Bounty, I'm checking out 6 discs released in March that would be great additions to any 4K collection.
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Sony's new Dolby Atmos soundbar beats the Sonos Arc Ultra in 3 key areas
Sony unveils the Bravia Theater Bar 5 and Bravia Theater Bar 7
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I saw Hisense’s new mid-range mini-LED TV, and it has one key upgrade
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How Apple accidentally destroyed the record business
Three Apple products changed the way we listen to music — and caused some unintended consequences too.
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These Sony headphones are 'still the best in the business' — and they're down to a new record-low price for a very limited time
Amazon is ending its Big Spring Sale in style with a very limited time deal on the five-star Sony WH-1000XM5 Headphones, bringing them down to a record-low price.
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The best noise cancelling headphones 2026, all TechRadar tested
We've tested and selected the best noise cancelling headphones to keep the world out and your music in.
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The AirPods Max 2 won me over after a few days thanks to one key upgrade
After a few days with AirPods Max 2, Apple’s new over-ear headphones feel familiar, but they're noticeably smarter and more adaptive in everyday use.
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Oakcastle MP300 review: the super-cheap MP3 player that can
The Oakcastle MP300 may be simple, but it does enough that your phone doesn't, to fit into certain set-ups.
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Samsung's Hearapy app uses 100Hz tones to fight motion sickness, and I like it
Samsung has unveiled a motion sickness app called Hearapy, so I gave it a spin — and it's not half bad, provided you use the Buds 4 Pro
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JBL just upgraded two of our top Bluetooth speakers — one big, one small
JBL has launched the Go 5 and Xtreme 5, two new portable party speakers which upgrade some of our favorite Bluetooth blasters.
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Got a Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 or later? You'll be able to 'monitor your blood pressure right from the wrist' very soon
Samsung Galaxy Watches finally get blood pressure monitoring – but as usual, the feature comes with a catch.
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Here's 8 running shoes I recommend, for 5ks up to marathons
I've been writing about fitness for 10 years, and I recommend these 8 running shoes on sale.
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Amazon just launched the biggest Yeti sale ever — 40 top deals
A whole rainbow of Yeti products is included in the Spring Sale.
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Pro photographer reveals how he captured 'first-ever' photos of rare seal
With ice levels at an all-time low, sealife photographer Justin Hofman ventured into antarctica's south earlier than ever and had an encounter with a rare Ross seal.
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Last chance! The drone we rate as the 'best for beginners' is on sale for a record-low price at Amazon, but not for long
DJI's 4K Mini is our favorite budget drone for beginners and experienced pilots alike — here's why today's record-low deal at Amazon is so good.
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More images of the DJI Osmo Pocket 4 have leaked ahead of its launch
It looks as though the DI Osmo Pocket 4 vlogging camera is finally going to go on sale next month.
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This tiny gadget lets you use pro mics with your smartphone — and I'm hooked
This tiny adapter from Shure unlocks the ability to use any XLR microphone with your mobile device.
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UpdatedThe best blenders in Australia
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IKEA's candy-colored tableware collection is ultra-sweet for spring
Pastel-toned crockery, delicate floral table linens and outdoor-friendly lighting to set the mood.
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UpdatedThe best air fryers: quick and convenient fryers to feed a family
Air fryers for quick meals in small spaces, tested by our team of experts in real-world conditions.
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My 6 favorite old-but-new pieces from the Yeti retro drop
The iconic cooler brand just got even — uh — cooler with old-school colors and retro slogans.
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Here are 13 TV deals I'd buy before Amazon's Spring Sale ends — shop award-winning 4K, QLED, and OLED TVs from $145
Amazon's Big Spring Sale ends today, so I've rounded up my 13 favorite TV deals that I'd buy with my own money, including record-low prices on 4K, QLED, and OLED TVs.
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These Sony headphones are 'still the best in the business' — and they're down to a new record-low price for a very limited time
Amazon is ending its Big Spring Sale in style with a very limited time deal on the five-star Sony WH-1000XM5 Headphones, bringing them down to a record-low price.
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The new base iPad was a no-show at Apple's March event, but it doesn’t even matter — the current model is still the best cheap tablet you can buy, and it’s on sale now
Amazon's current deal price on the iPad 11-inch (2025) means you don't need to wait for the now-overdue new model.
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This is the best VPN and cloud storage deal you'll find this World Backup Day
1TB of cloud storage is included for less than some basic VPN deals
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UpdatedYouTube free trial: here's everything you need to know about how to get a YouTube Premium and YouTube TV free trial
Wondering whether you can get a YouTube free trial of the video sharing platform's Premium and TV subscriptions? Here's everything you need to know.
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UpdatedIs DAZN free? Here's everything you need to know about a DAZN free trial
DAZN streams the biggest sports all over the world, but does it have a free trial? In this guide, we explain if you can still get a DAZN free trial.
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Meta just debuted a duo of new AI glasses style in its Ray-Ban smart specs
Meta just debuted a duo of new AI glasses styles in its Ray-Ban smart specs lineup, and they’re designed for folks who have prescriptions
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Rec Room is the latest VR metaverse closure, but I have hopes it'll return
2026 gets another VR casualty as Rec Room announces shutdown, but Snap might have big AR plans for it.
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Forget the Oakley Meta Vanguard — these lesser-known smart specs for runners incorporate a real heads-up display
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Big changes are coming to Windows 11 fast, as execs turn over a new leaf
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NYT Connections hints and answers for Wednesday, April 1 (game #1025)
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The Division Resurgence seems like the perfect way to get your MMO shooter fix on the go — 'We believe it's a good way to catch up with the universe in a more flexible way' developer says
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The Elder Scrolls Online Season Zero adds an all-new event zone in upcoming seasonal content that's 'free for anyone who owns the game’
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Iran's internet shutdown proves we need to go beyond Starlink, VPNs — this tech may be the solution
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IPVanish launches Threat Protection Pro to stop malware even when you’re not connected
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Russia moves to 'reduce VPN usage' with new blocking, fines and fees
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Proton VPN expands its server network to five new countries following user demand
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Mullvad Browser's testers now get access to updates every four weeks, also on Linux ARM devices
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Apple removes custom VPN clients from Russian App Store amid Telegram crackdown
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World Backup Day 2026 live: All the news, updates and advice from our experts
World Backup Day 2026 has arrived - and we're rounding up all the news, tips, advice, deals, and more.
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AMD announces Ryzen 9 9950X3D2 CPU with dual 3D V-Cache technology
AMD introduces a dual V-cache Ryzen processor with Zen 5 cores, expanded cache, and claims of improved mixed workload performance.
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Samsung launches 13-inch color e-paper display using digital ink
Samsung launches 13-inch color e-paper display using digital ink, enabling low-power signage updates across workplaces, retail and hospitality.
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AI and bots now account for more internet traffic than humans, report finds
Automated traffic now exceeds human activity online, driven by AI crawlers, scrapers, and agents interacting across commerce, search, and services.
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