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Welcome to TechRadar's Smart Home Week
Find out how technology can help you achieve domestic bliss, and how to choose and use the right devices for your home.
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3 cool things you didn't realize your Philips Hue lights could do
You're probably only scratching the surface of what your smart lights can do – here's how to unlock their full potential.
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This window-cleaning robot is the most satisfying gadget I've ever tested
My windows were an embarrassment, but this little bot had them sparkling in minutes.
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Unbelievably, this smart lock was my easiest smart-home installation ever – they should all work like this
I just switched to the Schlage Encode Plus, and it was my easiest smart home device installation ever – and I'm so relieved.
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6 settings you should be changing on your robovac (but probably aren't)
Shifting away from the defaults can transform your robot vacuum from basic home helper to tailored cleaning assistant.
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This palm-sized Philips Hue gadget has revolutionized my smart-lighting setup
Smart lighting just got more accessible with this customizable controller that puts scenes and timed lighting options at your fingertips.
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I tested the wireless Nanoleaf Solar Garden Lights, and they're a fun way to light up your yard all night long
The Nanoleaf Solar Garden Lights are a fun way to light up your yard all night long
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AMD Radeon RX 9060 XT review
The AMD Radeon RX 9060 XT offers good value in both its 16GB and 8GB versions, though both still lag behind when competing with Nvidia's offerings.
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Smart home week
Govee Neon Rope Light 2 review: creating your own neon sign just got easier
Get creative with this fun and flexible RGBIC smart light.
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These Rokid Max 2 glasses have a feature every pair of AR smart glasses needs to have
The Rokid Max 2 AR glasses are a solid pair of smart specs that are ideal for watching films and playing games.
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The Suunto Ocean is an Apple Watch Ultra 2 rival in the scuba stakes – and it's more eco-friendly too
Can one watch from Suunto replace both your dive computer and your daily smartwatch?
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Samsung S95F OLED TV review: easily one of 2025's best TVs, especially for bright rooms
The battle for the best OLED TV of 2025 just got more interesting with the arrival of the Samsung S95F
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This overlooked iPhone feature helped me level up my Duolingo learning – here's how
Two years into learning Spanish, and the Action button on my iPhone 16 Pro has become crucial to my language learning routine.
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An iPhone 17 case maker may have leaked the flagship phone's display upgrade
The iPhone 17 is rumored to be making the jump up to a 6.3-inch display, matching the iPhone 17 Pro.
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New iOS 26 beta fixes the one thing everyone hated about Liquid Glass
iOS 26's second beta has landed, and it makes a useful change to Control Center, among other tweaks and additions.
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The Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold could be the first foldable to get a much-needed durability feature
The Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold could have an IP68 rating, a slim hinge, and a big cover screen.
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Samsung mysteriously opens reservations for the next Galaxy devices - and yes, it's probably the Fold 7 and Flip 7
Reserve the next Galaxy smartphone ahead of Samsung Unpacked to get $50 credit at the official retailer.
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Is the Galaxy Z Fold ready to go Ultra? Samsung just set July 9 as the date for its next Galaxy Unpacked
Samsung has just announced that its next Galaxy Unpacked is set for July 9, 2025, and we're expecting the Galaxy Fold 7, Galaxy Z Flip 7, and a new Galaxy Watch.
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iPhone 17 Pro again tipped to get a vapor chamber – here's why that'd be a big deal
The iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max could both have a vapor chamber, but the other iPhone 17 models might miss out.
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Laptops & Computing
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Can an AI travel agent remove the stress of vacation booking? I tried three to find out
When it comes to vacation planning, AI can transform a stressful experience into the trip of a lifetime; but which travel assistant works best? Here's three options to try
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I tried a ChatGPT prompt that 'unlocks 4o’s full power', and I don’t know why I didn’t try it sooner
This ChatGPT prompt will help you resolve any problem by simply getting AI to ask the right questions - give it a try
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You can get an RTX 5070 Ti gaming laptop for just $1,124 right now – here's how
This HP Omen 16 Max is the cheapest gaming laptop deal I've seen yet with a powerful RTX 5070 Ti graphics card.
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NYT Strands hints and answers for Wednesday, June 25 (game #479)
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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Quordle hints and answers for Wednesday, June 25 (game #1248)
Looking for Quordle clues? We can help. Plus get the answers to Quordle today and past solutions.
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HP 4th of July sale is live: I've picked the 5 best laptop deals I'd buy with my own cash
HP's 4th of July sale is live – here are the best laptop deals in the sale, picked by an expert.
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Now it’s dogs doing Olympic diving in the next AI video craze to sweep the Internet from the Veo 3 rival Hailuo 02
Following on from the Hailuo 02 created video of cats doing Olympic diving, there's now one featuring dogs.
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Apple
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This overlooked iPhone feature helped me level up my Duolingo learning – here's how
Two years into learning Spanish, and the Action button on my iPhone 16 Pro has become crucial to my language learning routine.
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watchOS 26 could help protect your privacy with this secret new Apple Watch setting
A new setting in watchOS 26 could pull a veil over data in your complications until you unlock your Watch.
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An iPhone 17 case maker may have leaked the flagship phone's display upgrade
The iPhone 17 is rumored to be making the jump up to a 6.3-inch display, matching the iPhone 17 Pro.
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New iOS 26 beta fixes the one thing everyone hated about Liquid Glass
iOS 26's second beta has landed, and it makes a useful change to Control Center, among other tweaks and additions.
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Forget Apple Intelligence – here’s why I think Apple’s rumored Perplexity takeover could solve its AI woes
Apple's AI solution might lie in the form of a Perplexity acquisition, and if that were to happen, we'd all reap the benefits.
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Streaming
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3 unmissable movies with over 88% on Rotten Tomatoes are leaving Max soon
Three very different but equally dark movies are drinking in Max's last chance saloon.
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I’ve binged Prime Video’s most-watched shows of 2025 – here are 6 that you absolutely have to stream
These six Prime Video shows were watched by millions and you shouldn't miss any of them.
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What is the release date and launch time for The Bear season 4 on Hulu and Disney+?
The Bear season 4 will be released worldwide in the near future – here's when and where you can stream it.
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'A global phenomenon': MobLand gets an offer it can't refuse as hit Paramount+ show gets renewed for a second season
The story behind the Paramount+ show MobLand may be familiar but a stellar cast elevates this mob drama.
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Ironheart: release date, trailer, confirmed cast, story details, and more on the Marvel Phase 5 TV show
Here's everything you need to know about Ironheart ahead of its imminent release.
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I’ve tested a ton of cheap soundbars, but this budget-friendly Sony banger is my top pick – here's why
I’ve reviewed a wide range of cheap soundbars, but this affordable option from Sony remains my absolute favorite.
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Get the ultimate TV for sports for its lowest-ever price with this early Prime Day deal
If you're looking for a new TV for sport, there's no better option than the Samsung QN90D.
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LG G5 OLED TV's screen for cheaper than the LG C5? Philips’ 2025 OLED range is more affordable – and it has 2 top features LG doesn't
Philips' 2025 OLED TVs are very keenly priced, especially for buyers in the UK
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Amazon's best-selling Fire TV Stick 4K is back to its lowest price since Black Friday ahead of Prime Day
Amazon's best-selling Fire TV Stick 4K has dropped to $24.99 ahead of Prime Day.
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I've used Samsung TVs for years, and this one important feature is now the best it's ever been
Samsung's Tizen smart TV platform has received big improvements in its latest 9.0 version.
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I've hand-picked 8 of the best early Amazon Prime Day TV deals – price start at $69.99
Early Amazon Prime Day TV deals are already here, so I've searched through the sale and picked out the 8 best offers I recommend buying now.
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I swapped my soundbar and sub combo for an all-in-one alternative – here's why I'm never going back
I swapped my multi-box Samsung soundbar for an all-in-one rival – here’s why I’m sticking by my decision.
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I’ve tested a ton of wireless earbuds, but I keep coming back to this affordable wired set – here’s why
I own some great wireless headphones and earbuds but still use these wired in-ears almost daily.
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A cheap buy solved my AirPods Pro 2 issues and gave them fresh life
Losing a secure fit in your Apple earbuds? I got mine back with this little tip
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This spatial audio wireless speaker is less than half the price of the Sonos Era 300, but it’s missing one crucial feature to really compete
Tronsmart's Fiitune X30 is like a half-price Sonos Era – but its spatial audio isn't Atmos
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You might not be getting the highest quality audio when listening to music on your phone – here's how to change that
Does your music sound a little underwhelming? I have a quick fix that will transform your listening experiences.
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Galaxy Buds Core spotted: Samsung India adds a launch date for earbuds that move you 'to the core'
Samsung in India has gone live with a Galaxy Buds 'Core' announcement – and an Amazon listing even spills when we can buy them.
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My #1 cheap audiophile headphone maker just unveiled $89 IEMs and I can’t buy ‘em quick enough
I don’t have a wooden heart, but I do love Sivga’s cheap audiophile-grade headphones – and now, you can buy $89 earbuds to match
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I found my old iPod Classic in a shoe-box, spent the week burning CDs to iTunes and now I can't go back to Spotify
I found treasure in the form of my old iPod and promptly ditched Spotify – here's what it taught me
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Health & Fitness
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The best smartwatch 2025
We've reviewed pretty much every smartwatch you can buy: and here's a list of the only watches you should consider.
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watchOS 26 could help protect your privacy with this secret new Apple Watch setting
A new setting in watchOS 26 could pull a veil over data in your complications until you unlock your Watch.
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The Suunto Ocean is an Apple Watch Ultra 2 rival in the scuba stakes – and it's more eco-friendly too
Can one watch from Suunto replace both your dive computer and your daily smartwatch?
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It's an underwhelming upgrade, but the OM System OM-5 II beats Fujifilm, Canon, and Sony in one big way
Camera prices are sky-rocketing, but the new OM System OM-5 II bucks the trend, even if it's a modest update of the three-year-old OM-5.
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This fun point-and-shoot camera is like a cross between a Fujifilm X100VI and Camp Snap – and it now has a confirmed price tag
Quick backers to this retro-styled throwback camera will be able to obtain it for a special early bird price.
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The world’s most powerful camera just shared its first space image – and the 5 gigapixel detail is breathtaking
Vera C. Rubin observatory is using a 3,200MP camera to map the night sky in more detail than ever before.
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Forget DJI – Insta360’s new coin-sized wireless mic looks like a Mic Mini killer, here’s why
Insta360 has launched its first wireless microphone, a small and affordable model compatible with not only its own stable of action cameras but smartphones and more.
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Home
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Smart home week
3 cool things you didn't realize your Philips Hue lights could do
You're probably only scratching the surface of what your smart lights can do – here's how to unlock their full potential.
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Smart home week
This palm-sized Philips Hue gadget has revolutionized my smart-lighting setup
Smart lighting just got more accessible with this customizable controller that puts scenes and timed lighting options at your fingertips.
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Massive early Prime Day deal drops the Blink Outdoor 4 camera to $44.99
The Blink Outdoor 4 is a well-reviewed security camera and it's now even more affordable thanks to this early Prime Day deal at Amazon.
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I tested two of the priciest Dyson hair dryers on the market against one another in the ultimate head-to-head – here's what I learned
In a dry-off between the Dyson Supersonic r vs Supersonic Nural, the cheaper one came out on top.
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Buying guides
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The best smartwatch 2025
We've reviewed pretty much every smartwatch you can buy: and here's a list of the only watches you should consider.
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The best laptops 2025 tested, reviewed and rated
Our best laptops guide can help you find the perfect device, no matter what your budget is.
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The 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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The best ereader for 2025
We tested several of the best ereaders and e-paper tablets you can get from Kindle, Kobo and more to find the top 9 options across different budgets and categories.
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The 20 best PS4 games in 2025
The best PS4 games give you the best experience on the console and demonstrate why the console was a global multimillion-seller.
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The 16 best FPS games 2025
Our pick of the best FPS games you can play right now on console and PC, including Titanfall 2 and DOOM Eternal.
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Best crossplay games 2025
The best crossplay games ensure that your fun isn't ruined by friends playing elsewhere. Here are our favorites that you can download and play right now.
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Deals
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Samsung's 4th of July sale is live and I've rounded up the 11 best deals from
Samsung's 4th of July sale is officially live, and I'm rounding up the 11 best TV deals that I'd buy, with over $1,000 in savings on best-rated 4K, QLED, and OLED TVs.
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Get the ultimate TV for sports for its lowest-ever price with this early Prime Day deal
If you're looking for a new TV for sport, there's no better option than the Samsung QN90D.
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You can get an RTX 5070 Ti gaming laptop for just $1,124 right now – here's how
This HP Omen 16 Max is the cheapest gaming laptop deal I've seen yet with a powerful RTX 5070 Ti graphics card.
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HP 4th of July sale is live: I've picked the 5 best laptop deals I'd buy with my own cash
HP's 4th of July sale is live – here are the best laptop deals in the sale, picked by an expert.
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Massive early Prime Day deal drops the Blink Outdoor 4 camera to $44.99
The Blink Outdoor 4 is a well-reviewed security camera and it's now even more affordable thanks to this early Prime Day deal at Amazon.
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Amazon's best-selling Fire TV Stick 4K is back to its lowest price since Black Friday ahead of Prime Day
Amazon's best-selling Fire TV Stick 4K has dropped to $24.99 ahead of Prime Day.
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Bose Coupon Codes for June 2025
SPONSORED Add one of these Bose coupon codes to your order to save on speakers, headphones & other audio equipment.
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NOW coupons for June 2025
SPONSORED Choose one of the latest NOW coupons to save on Xfinity's low-cost internet & mobile, as well as NOW TV streaming.
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OBDeleven promo codes for June 2025
SPONSORED Add one of these OBDeleven promo codes to your order to lower the price of on the onboard diagnostic brand's devices, plans accessories & more.
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Tello Coupon Codes for June 2025
SPONSORED Our Tello coupon codes can help you save on the cost of cell phones, accessories & a range of plans from the mobile carrier.
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Private Internet Access coupon codes for June 2025
SPONSORED These Private Internet Access coupon codes can lower the price of the brand's VPN and antivirus software plan to help protect you online.
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Asus Coupon Codes for June 2025
SPONSORED These ASUS coupon codes can help you get better prices for the top computing tech including laptops, phones, notebooks & accessories.
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Corsair Discount Codes for June 2025
SPONSORED Add one of these Corsair discount codes to your order for better-priced gaming laptops, PCs, accessories & components.
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Elgato Coupon Codes for June 2025
SPONSORED These Elgato coupon codes can be added to your order to lower the price of the brand's webcams, microphones, ring lights and other tech.
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Total Wireless Promo Codes for June 2025
SPONSORED Use one of these tried & tested Total Wireless promo codes to save money on mobile plans, home internet and more.
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Xfinity Residential promo codes for June 2025
SPONSORED Use these Xfinity Residential promo codes to lower the cost of the brand's internet, TV, home phone, and home security plans.
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Can an AI travel agent remove the stress of vacation booking? I tried three to find out
When it comes to vacation planning, AI can transform a stressful experience into the trip of a lifetime; but which travel assistant works best? Here's three options to try
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I tried a ChatGPT prompt that 'unlocks 4o’s full power', and I don’t know why I didn’t try it sooner
This ChatGPT prompt will help you resolve any problem by simply getting AI to ask the right questions - give it a try
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Now it’s dogs doing Olympic diving in the next AI video craze to sweep the Internet from the Veo 3 rival Hailuo 02
Following on from the Hailuo 02 created video of cats doing Olympic diving, there's now one featuring dogs.
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Microsoft's 'if you can't beat them, join them' approach to the threat of Steam in the new Xbox PC app is a great idea
Microsoft's efforts to match Valve's SteamOS handheld gaming experience with the new Xbox app are great, but it may have a tough time moving me away from the Linux-based OS.
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Build A Rocket Boy confirms it has begun the redundancy process following MindsEye's disastrous launch
Build A Rocket Boy has been hit with layoffs following MindsEye's disastrous launch.
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Be careful about spending money on a second-hand Switch 2, as one player has reported receiving a bricked console caused by Nintendo's anti-piracy policy
If you're purchasing a second-hand Switch 2, you may want to think twice, as Nintendo's anti-piracy policy has reportedly left some consoles permanently offline.
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Corsair Platform:4 review: finally, a top-quality gaming desk for smaller spaces
The Corsair Platform:4 is a top-quality gaming desk that’s perfect for those short on space.
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Skullcandy's iconic multi-sensory bass technology comes to a gaming headset for the first time in the new Crusher PLYR 720 set which is available today
Skullcandy has unveiled the Crusher PLYR 720, its first multiplatform gaming headset, and it's available right now.
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Iran is discouraging its people from using free VPNs
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Iran encourages citizens to use a messaging app previously flagged as a state surveillance tool
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VPNs cannot protect against browser fingerprinting – but this new web browser could be the fix
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The best VPN service 2025
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Latest pricing
NordVPN price and plans - We've calculated all the costs for a Nord subscription in 2025
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The best VPN deals for June 2025 - get the best price on privacy and unblocking
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A US law firm is taking NordVPN to Court over "deceptive" auto-renewal pricing – here's what we know
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This dangerous new malware is hitting iOS and Android phones alike - and it's even stealing photos and crypto
SparkKitty is prowling through smartphone photo libraries to steal access to your crypto wallet.
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AMD gets ready for Nvidia Vera Rubin with 432GB MI400 GPU monster paired with 256-core EPYC Venice - I can't wait to see the sparks fly
AMD unveils roadmap with MI400 series GPU and Venice CPU to challenge Nvidia Vera Rubin.
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Watch out AI fans - cybercriminals are using jailbroken Mistral and Grok tools to build powerful new malware
New research claims AI tool guardrails can be bypassed to create malicious content.
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Top Canadian telecom firms may have been hit by Chinese Salt Typhoon hackers
Hackers have seemingly used a Cisco flaw to gain access to telco network.
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