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The Ugreen M571 wireless vertical mouse changed the way I work at my desk and it's a fantastic cheap alternative to premium options
The Ugreen Vertical Ergonomic Mouse offers exceptional value for those looking for a wrist-friendly pointer, despite minor concessions.
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Viltrox AF 35mm F1.2 LAB FE review: supreme optics, affordable price tag
The Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.2 LAB FE is an impressive lens in every way, and comes in at an amazingly attractive price you may not be able to resist.
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UGreen Nexode 500W 6-Port Charger review: a mighty performer with enough power to juice up all your devices, all at once
The UGreen Nexode 500W 6-Port Charger is a powerful, durable, and tech-filled model with top capabilities.
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The powerful Beast blender lives up to its name, and it's even made me a kale smoothie fan
This powerful personal blender has significantly more oomph than your typical smoothie maker, if you're willing to pay the higher price.
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Graywind's Smart Blinds can be finicky to install, but work in just about any smart home
You'll be spoilt for choice with so many window coverings that can be controlled in so many ways.
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With its powerful suction and robust suspension, this affordable robot vacuum is a brilliant budget buy
The Roborock Q7 M5 is more than a match for my dog-hair-strewn carpets and tall room thresholds.
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LG S95AR soundbar review: a full-featured, immersive Dolby Atmos system in a box
The LG S95AR is a pricey, but feature-filled soundbar that delivers impressively immersive sound.
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Flip phones like the Galaxy Z Flip7 are the perfect phone design, so why doesn't Apple make one?
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Android looks set to improve the Fast Pair experience for wireless earbuds
Hidden code in Google Play Services suggests that a revamped look for earbuds battery status is on the way.
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The iOS 26 public beta could arrive this week, bringing Liquid Glass and more to your iPhone
A new report claims Apple might release the iOS 26 public beta this week – possibly on Wednesday.
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UGreen Nexode 500W 6-Port Charger review: a mighty performer with enough power to juice up all your devices, all at once
The UGreen Nexode 500W 6-Port Charger is a powerful, durable, and tech-filled model with top capabilities.
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Which is the best Android wrapper? You decide
There are plenty of Android wrappers on the market, from the stripped-back Pixel Launcher to the option-laden One UI – but we want to know which you think is the best of the bunch.
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Fresh foldable iPhone leaks give us more hints about the price and a key spec
This could be the most expensive iPhone ever, with the biggest ever iPhone battery packed inside.
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One of last year's most underrated flagship smartphones is just $599 using this handy code
The OnePlus 12 drops to $599 with this handy code
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The Ugreen M571 wireless vertical mouse changed the way I work at my desk and it's a fantastic cheap alternative to premium options
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5 ways ChatGPT Agent can change the way you use AI
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Rumors of GPT-5 are multiplying as the expected release date approaches
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NYT Wordle today — answer and my hints for game #1494, Tuesday, July 22
Looking for Wordle hints? I can help. Plus get the answers to Wordle today and yesterday.
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The UK could make a U-turn on Apple's encryption backdoor demand
US officials have criticized the order that led Apple to remove its iCloud end-to-end encryption feature in the UK in February. Now, the UK is reportedly looking for a way to back down.
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Sorry MSI, but you blew it – the Claw A8 is overpriced and could struggle to compete against cheaper rivals like the Steam Deck
The MSI Claw A8's arrival in other regions looks set in stone with European retailer pre-orders available, but its purported price might make many gamers wince.
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I asked ChatGPT to pitch 3 business ideas to serial entrepreneur Simon Squibb and his surprising feedback changed my mind about him
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The UK could make a U-turn on Apple's encryption backdoor demand
US officials have criticized the order that led Apple to remove its iCloud end-to-end encryption feature in the UK in February. Now, the UK is reportedly looking for a way to back down.
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The iOS 26 public beta could arrive this week, bringing Liquid Glass and more to your iPhone
A new report claims Apple might release the iOS 26 public beta this week – possibly on Wednesday.
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Fresh foldable iPhone leaks give us more hints about the price and a key spec
This could be the most expensive iPhone ever, with the biggest ever iPhone battery packed inside.
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The latest iPhone 17 Air battery leak is a worrying one – but iOS 26 could help
There's more evidence that the new iPhone model could come with a relatively small battery.
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The Studio season 2: everything we know so far about the popular Apple TV+ show's return
The Studio season 2 was officially renewed in May – here's everything we know so far about the hit comedy's return to Apple TV+.
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UpdatedPeacock announces its biggest price hike yet – and it’s not the only streaming service raising prices in 2025
Some of the biggest streaming services have been increasing subscription prices in 2025 so far. Are you effected?
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ExclusiveWas Doctor Doom ever considered as The Fantastic Four: First Steps' main villain? The Marvel movie's director has his say
Matt Shakman explains why Galactus was picked over Doctor Doom as the Marvel movie's primary antagonist.
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Larian getting married in The Gilded Age season 3? I’m more obsessed with Maud Beaton’s Haymarket double-cross in episode 5 of the HBO Max show
Grab your Sunday best, because Larry and Marian are officially getting married in The Gilded Age season 3. But for me, that was far from episode 5’s most satisfying surprise.
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5 great free movies to stream on Pluto TV, Plex, Kanopy, Tubi and more this week (July 21)
Want something free to stream? This week’s picks include psychological horror, cerebral sci-fi, a darkly funny romance and a modern reaper tale with heart.
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Trainwreck’s next chaotic episode P.I. Moms drops on Netflix this week, and I can’t wait to learn why this story was canceled on Lifetime 20 years ago
In 2010, Lifetime canceled a documentary about soccer moms as private investigators. Now, Netflix’s Trainwreck: P.I. Moms lifts the lid on why.
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I'm a TV reviewer and a gamer – here are the top 4 gaming TVs you can buy right now
Looking for a new gaming TV? I've picked four top options to add to your shortlist.
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LG S95AR soundbar review: a full-featured, immersive Dolby Atmos system in a box
The LG S95AR is a pricey, but feature-filled soundbar that delivers impressively immersive sound.
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Looking to get into 4K Blu-ray? Here are the 4 things you need to get started
4K Blu-ray is the best way to experience movies at home. Here's what you'll need to get your 4K system up and running.
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Back-to-school portable projector guide: projectors we recommend, and how to get the best from them
As students around the world head back to school, we take a look at the best portable projectors for streaming movies, playing games, and... for studying.
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We rated the Roku Pro series the best budget OLED TV, and it's $400 off at Best Buy
TechRadar rated the Roku Pro Series QLED TV as the best budget TV, and Best Buy has the 65-inch model on sale for $799.99, thanks to an impressive $400 discount.
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This new and powerful Roku Streaming Stick Plus just dropped to under $30 at Amazon
The new Roku Streaming Stick Plus gets its first discount and drops to $29 at Amazon
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Hisense promises that it'll keep your TV updated and useful even longer than LG and Samsung have committed to – well, sort of
Hisense promises up to 8 years of updates for its VIDAA TVs – but this won't be so useful for US buyers
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AptX unpacked: your guide to using Qualcomm’s Bluetooth codecs (and the devices that support them)
Struggling to understand the difference between aptX, aptX HD, aptX LL, aptX Lossless and aptX Adaptive? That's why we're here
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UpdatedThe best cheap headphones, all tested by our reviewers
Want a decent pair of budget earbuds or headphones without breaking the bank? Here are the best cheap headphones available today.
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We called these JLab Go Air Pop "ridiculously good" and they're now ridiculously cheap at only $20 on Best Buy
Incredibly cheap yet surprisingly good, the JLab Go Air Pop are even less thanks to this deal at Best Buy.
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YouTube Music now lets you sync playback progress on different devices, but Spotify got there first
YouTube Music is taking inspiration from Spotify once again with the addition of a new 'Resume' feature, but it's still early days.
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The amazing Shokz OpenRun Pro are back down to their lowest-ever price at Amazon
The Shokz OpenRun Pro are the perfect accessory for runners or anyone who dislikes standard earbuds – and they're on sale now at Amazon for a record-low price.
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Best back to school earbuds: 5 options for heading back to uni or college, all TechRadar tested
Heading back to campus and want to beat the noise with music? These pocketable (and pocket-friendly) earbuds will solve that
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Sonus Faber Concertino G4 review: the bookshelf-speaker dragon I’ll be chasing for decades to come
The Sonus Faber Concertino G4 may be pricy, but their look and sound make the cost worth it – they're the bookshelf speaker dragon you'll be chasing for decades.
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Bag the new Galaxy Watch 8 for as little as $149.99 with this limited-time trade-in deal at Samsung
If you want to get your hands on the all-new Galaxy Watch 8, Samsung is offering an impressive discount when you trade in an eligible device.
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Fitbit may have fixed its major outage, but some users are still reporting problems
Last week's Fitbit's outage was the latest in a series of issues, and I'm still getting emails from irate users.
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Garmin looks set to launch the Venu 4 and a new affordable Forerunner model very soon
We could be getting two new wearables from Garmin in a short space of time based on this information.
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DJI Osmo 360 leak suggests it could eclipse Insta360's best camera – here's how they compare
A new DJI Osmo 360 leak has revealed most of its specs and pricing – and they compare favorably to its biggest Insta360 rival.
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Viltrox AF 35mm F1.2 LAB FE review: supreme optics, affordable price tag
The Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.2 LAB FE is an impressive lens in every way, and comes in at an amazingly attractive price you may not be able to resist.
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Fujifilm X-E5 review: a pricer, classier leap forward for the rangefinder series
Fujifilm's latest X-series model blends the charm and compactness of the X100VI with the versatility of a mirrorless camera.
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Exclusive: 'It's definitely going to be better… and smarter.' Hasselblad’s dreamy next medium-format camera will get performance boost
The Hasselblad X2D 100C could soon be upgraded with a second-generation model boasting improved autofocus performance.
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I asked 5 experts what makes the perfect vacuum for hard floor – here's what they told me
Vacuum cleaners aren't just for carpet.
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I went hands-on with the Thermomix TM7 – the all-in-one appliance that can cook just about anything
From stews to salads and even sorbets, this super multi-cooker can do it all.
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Philips Hue starter kits are going cheap at Amazon right now, so grab one while you can
This bundle, including two White & Color Ambiance bulbs, a dimmer switch, and the Philips Hue Bridge, is down to a record-low price.
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"The slower you go, the more you will pick up" – Dyson engineer reveals the most efficient vacuum cleaning technique, backed up by science
I spoke to a Dyson engineer about the best way to vacuum – here are his tips.
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We called these JLab Go Air Pop "ridiculously good" and they're now ridiculously cheap at only $20 on Best Buy
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The amazing Shokz OpenRun Pro are back down to their lowest-ever price at Amazon
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The cheapest MacBook you can buy is available at Walmart for just $599.99
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5 ways ChatGPT Agent can change the way you use AI
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Windows 11 could finally get a handy audio sharing feature it should've had a decade ago
It's a headscratcher as to why it's taken Microsoft so long to incorporate the ability to pipe sound output to multiple speakers.
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GameSir T7 Pro Floral review: beautiful design, but doesn’t outshine other GameSir controllers
The GameSir T7 Pro Floral is solid, but some of the brand’s other controllers shine brighter.
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PS5 30th Anniversary Edition restock live: PS Direct US stock live right now, while UK stock is readily available
There's a PS5 30th Anniversary Edition restock happening at PS Direct in the UK, and we're covering it live.
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Microtransactions in premium games "make the player experience more fun" according to Ubisoft, as it goes full ‘no, it’s the children who are wrong’
Ubisoft is at the center of controversy again, after its annual financial report suggests microtransactions make games "more fun".
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'He's probably pissed off' – Dying Light: The Beast director discusses setting a super-powered Kyle Crane loose and dialing the gore up to 11
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In the shadow of AI, has cloud peaked? This survey claims more businesses are moving away from cloud computing to dedicated servers
Enterprises are reviving dedicated hosting due to mounting costs, underused resources, and concerns over control, regulation, and long-term infrastructure planning.
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Razer has a new Thunderbolt 5 docking station, and this one can transform into an 8TB external SSD
Razer’s Thunderbolt 5 Dock combines up to 8TB SSD storage and eleven ports, offering creators high-speed connectivity, file transfers, and multi-monitor support in one device.
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Zoner Studio photo editor review
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Your Gmail inbox could soon be filled with adverts as Google tests new shoppable ad formats — and yes, it's as bad as it sounds
Google tests Gmail ads that expand into product carousels, turning inboxes into mini shopping experiences.
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