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The Narwal Flow 2 an AI-forward robot vacuum and mop for deep cleaning
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DJI Osmo Pocket 4 review: the next best-selling vlogging camera
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Activo Scoop review: cheap IEMs that don't skimp on quality
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Shokz OpenFit Pro review: a great-sounding contender for the open earbuds crown
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Maxell Wireless Cassette Player review: a delightful analog blast from the past — just don't rely on the Bluetooth
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D-Link Aquila Pro AI R95: high-speed Wi-Fi 7 at a competitive price
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Garmin Bounce review: Flawed but fun LTE experience for kids
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Sorry Apple, the iPhone 17e is slick but the OnePlus 15R is a bigger bargain
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This neat Galaxy S26 feature will boost your Netflix and YouTube experience
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UpdatedThe best phone 2026
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Samsung explains why it no longer makes small smartphones
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Google Pixel 11 may feature 'Pixel Glow' RGB notification lights
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Two of my favorite prepaid carriers are offering $500 off the Galaxy S26 series right now — but which is the best?
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Nothing Warp app pulled from stores less than 24 hours after launch
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Laptops & Computing
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NYT Strands hints and answers for Sunday, April 19 (game #777)
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Quordle hints and answers for Sunday, April 19 (game #1546)
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NYT Wordle today — answer and my hints for game #1765, Sunday, April 19
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YouTube Premium's ad-free experience is great, but its queuing system needs work
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Score $200 off this pre-built gaming PC with an RTX 5060 and 32GB of DDR5 RAM at Best Buy
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Windows 11 is so bad France is moving to Linux — and many more could follow
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NYT Strands hints and answers for Saturday, April 18 (game #776)
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Sam Altman-backed firm warns AI will soon outgrow facial recognition
A Sam Altman-backed firm warns AI could soon break facial recognition, as it rolls out a new “proof of human” system to restore trust online.
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I asked Alexa+ to help redecorate my apartment and was pleasantly surprised
It turns out Amazon's AI-powered assistant has a much better eye for design than me — and it really loves sage green.
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Watch the AI-recreated Val Kilmer's performance in a new movie trailer
An AI-generated performance of Val Kilmer in a new film shows how technology is reshaping acting
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Gemini leads in human-like AI writing as detection tools fall behind
New research demonstrating Gemini’s ability to mimic human writing better than its rivals highlights how unreliable AI detection has become
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ChatGPT can make a child’s rough animal drawings into photorealistic creatures
ChatGPT can make a child’s rough animal drawings into photorealistic creatures without altering them.
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UpdatedThe best phone 2026
Only the best phones from Apple, Samsung, Google and OnePlus
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UpdatedNew movies: the most exciting films coming to theaters in April 2026
New movies will arrive weekly throughout 2026 — these are the biggest ones to keep an eye on.
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7 of the best Mac apps to level up your new MacBook Neo
Improve your MacBook Neo with these 7 top-rated macOS apps
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Apple drops fresh hint about its rumored Meta Ray-Ban smart glasses rival
Two of Apple's biggest execs have talked about the future of spatial computing in a new interview — and it sounds like there's something in those smart glasses rumors.
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Gemini is now a native macOS app, making it faster and better integrated
Google has launched a native Gemini app for macOS, bringing its AI chatbot to the desktop with screen sharing, quick access shortcuts, and built-in image and video generation.
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Streaming
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The Pitt season 3: everything we know about the hit HBO Max show's return
Now that season 2's explosive finale is behind us, all eyes are on The Pitt season 3. But what do we actually know about the hit HBO Max show's return?
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Street Fighter 2026 movie trailer praised for overwhelming nostalgia
Finally, the first full trailer for the Street Fighter 2026 movie is here — and fans are falling head over heels in love with its stupidity.
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Ladies First trailer slammed by fans as new Netflix movie unpacks misogyny
New Netflix movie Ladies First explores and man's worst nightmare in a woman dominated world — but its first trailer hasn't gone down well.
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UpdatedNew movies: the most exciting films coming to theaters in April 2026
New movies will arrive weekly throughout 2026 — these are the biggest ones to keep an eye on.
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MCU fans beg Marvel to release new Avengers: Doomsday trailer after CinemaCon 2026 debut
Marvel fans are begging for Doomsday's official trailer to be released as numerous AI fakes appear online.
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TVs
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Amazon faces class action lawsuit over allegations of 'bricking' older Fire TV Sticks
The new lawsuit claims Amazon has been restricting important software updates for older models to force users to upgrade.
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Get 3 4K Blu-rays for $33 at Amazon right now — here are my top 9 discs
Amazon's 3 for $33 4K Blu-ray sale is a great way to save big money on some excellent 4K discs, so I've picked my 9 favorites from the sale.
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I’m a trained TV calibrator, and here are the best TVs you can buy today
Top OLED and QLED sets to consider, from elite TVs to wallet-friendly options – all tested by us.
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Users label Sony a ‘penny-pinching brand’ as it cuts key TV features
Sony is removing features from some of its TVs for antenna and set-top box users.
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Amazon announces a free Fire TV upgrade and reveals a new Fire TV Stick
Amazon is refreshing its Fire TV interface for 2026 with new organisation and new streaming channels. Plus, it's bringing out a new, slimmer Fire TV HD Stick.
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Amazon's Fire TVs get a name change and we saw its first Art TV in action
Amazon's Fire TVs are being re-named to Ember TVs, and we saw the new Samsung Frame rival Amazon Ember Artline in action
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The LG B5 OLED TV 'offers impressive pictures for the price' — and its now a massive $700 off at Best Buy
Grab the 48-inch LG B5 OLED for $599.99 at Best Buy.
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Shokz OpenFit Pro review: a great-sounding contender for the open earbuds crown
As sports-specific open earbuds go, the Shokz OpenFit Pro are as good as it gets and their feature set means you'll nearly ditch anything else...
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Activo Scoop review: cheap IEMs that don't skimp on quality
Astell & Kern's budget-brand, Activo, is back again — here's what I thought of it's new pebble-like in-ear monitors.
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Maxell Wireless Cassette Player review: a delightful analog blast from the past — just don't rely on the Bluetooth
The Maxell Wireless Cassette Player is a nifty blend of old and new, bringing your old tapes to your ears without the need for a wired pair of headphones.
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Record Store Day vinyl starts this weekend — what you need to know
RSD happens but once a year, and it's a refreshing return to bricks-and-mortar-store shopping for vinyl — so you'll want to be ready
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Victrola and Third Man Records announce exclusive turntable for Record Store Day
Victrola is relaunching its Wave turntable with Jack White's Third Man Records to celebrate Record Store Day 2026.
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‘Your vinyl, vacuum-clamped’: this elite turntable makes your records float on air
TechDas' elite new turntable vacuum-clamps your vinyl to a heavyweight platter floating on air, promising to dig up 'extraordinary sound' from an LP’s grooves
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13 top Record Store Day 2026 releases, chosen by your TechRadar team
We're a music-loving bunch at TechRadar, just see our top Record Store Day 2026 picks (and why we love them)
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Health & Fitness
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The forward lunge is the best simple move you're not doing, and it's vital for over-50s
why everyone needs to be lunging for lifelong muscle power, especially older adults.
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I swapped my phone for a cycle computer after a crash — but a tiny, underrated device was the real safety upgrade
I’ve had my fair share of bike crashes, and switching from a phone to a bike computer helped reduce distractions — but the real safety upgrade was an add-on accessory.
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The best heart rate monitors 2026 Get pinpoint-accurate workout data
Whether you're a runner, cyclist, or swimmer, we've found the best heart rate monitor to help you smash your goals this year.
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How a SWPA 2026 winner used old Canon DSLRs and camera traps to take stunning wildlife shots
Sony World Photography Award 2026's Wildlife category winner shares his setup for capturing unique photos of the animals in Masai Mara, Kenya, helping the park
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DJI Osmo Pocket 4 review: the next best-selling vlogging camera
DJI's latest compact vlogging camera improves on its already capable predecessor with better battery life, built-in memory, new accessories, professional color profiles and 4K video now up to 240fps.
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DJI Avata 360 vs Antigravity A1: here's which 360 drone I'd rather buy
There are now two 360 drones available to buy, but is the DJI Avata 360 or the Antigravity A1 the better of these flying panoramic cameras?
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Insta360's first mirrorless camera leaked — and it's splitting opinion
The latest leaked device from Insta360 is a mirrorless camera that may be part of a wider trend in the market.
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Home
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The Narwal Flow 2 an AI-forward robot vacuum and mop for deep cleaning
Narwal’s 2026 flagship robot vacuum is outfitted with video cameras and super smart AI cleaning technology to work out the best way to tackle your home.
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I asked Alexa+ to help redecorate my apartment and was pleasantly surprised
It turns out Amazon's AI-powered assistant has a much better eye for design than me — and it really loves sage green.
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UpdatedThe best home security cameras: indoor, outdoor and subscription-free cams
We've tested masses of security cameras in our own homes to bring you this guide to the very best.
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De'Longhi's new coffee maker 'learns' what you like to drink, and when
The De'Longhi Primadonna Aromatic has a huge menu of drinks, and pushes your favorites to the top of the list depending on the time of day.
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The best heart rate monitors 2026 Get pinpoint-accurate workout data
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UpdatedThe best phone 2026
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UpdatedThe best home security cameras: indoor, outdoor and subscription-free cams
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UpdatedThe best cheap phones 2025
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Now is your last chance to grab our EXCLUSIVE Surfshark deal — year-low prices with 4 months extra protection included
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Score $200 off this pre-built gaming PC with an RTX 5060 and 32GB of DDR5 RAM at Best Buy
It's a great price for a mid-range desktop for gaming at 1080p
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Best Buy's Ultimate Upgrade sale ends soon — here are the 23 best deals I'd buy on TVs, laptops, headphones, and more
Best Buy's surprisingly strong Ultimate Upgrade Sale ends on Sunday, so I've taken another look through and picked out the 23 best deals worth buying if you're shopping for some new tech.
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This excellent value Chromebook has everything you need for work and everyday use for under $250
Simple, snappy, and now under $250 — the ASUS Chromebook CX14 Plus is a deal you can't ignore if you want an affordable laptop for work and everyday use.
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Get beauty in the comfort of your own home with the Dreame Nova IPL Hair Removal Device
Dreame slashes the price of its Nova IPL Hair Removal Device by $80
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The LG C5 is our top-rated TV and Amazon's best-selling OLED display — get the 42-inch model for only $999
The LG C5 is our best-rated TV and Amazon's number 1 best-seller in OLED displays — you can now get the 42-inch model on sale for only $999.
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Software
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YouTube Premium's ad-free experience is great, but its queuing system needs work
I caved to YouTube Premium's free trial and now I see what the hype is all about, but I can't get past its poor queuing system.
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Windows 11 is so bad France is moving to Linux — and many more could follow
Is 2027 set to be the year of Linux? There are signs that this might actually be the case, for sure.
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Gucci and Google to partner on Android XR smart glasses for 2027 release
Gucci could become the first mainstream luxury brand to launch smart specs, as the company is targeting 2027 for a pair of Android XR glasses.
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Meta hikes Quest 3 and Quest 3S prices — and blames the RAM crisis
The Meta Quest 3 and Quest 3S are getting more expensive as Meta blames the RAM crisis.
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NYT Connections hints and answers for Sunday, April 19 (game #1043)
Looking for NYT Connections answers and hints? Here's all you need to know to solve today's game, plus my commentary on the puzzles.
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Dead as Disco is the Hi-Fi Rush successor I've been waiting for
Dead as Disco is an incredibly promising beat 'em up game, and after 20 hours of playtime in the demo, I'm convinced it'll be an instant hit.
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Sony Inzone H6 Air review: amazing sound, incredible comfort
The Sony Inzone H6 Air sets a new standard for open-back gaming audio with its pristine sound and premium design.
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NYT Connections hints and answers for Saturday, April 18 (game #1042)
Looking for NYT Connections answers and hints? Here's all you need to know to solve today's game, plus my commentary on the puzzles.
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The Tor Project takes a major step toward launching its mobile VPN with successful Cure53 audit
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Surfshark fixes broken post-quantum VPN protocol after TechRadar investigation
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IPVanish has begun offering Amazon gift cards when you refer a friend — here's how much you could earn
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Moscow chokes international internet bandwidth in latest attack on Russian VPN users
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UpdatedThe best VPN service 2026
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The end of encrypted DMs? Why Instagram is rolling back its biggest security feature
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‘Swiss-Army’ optical chip replaces bulky hardware to deliver better, faster broadband
A mosaic metasurface design integrates eleven optical functions, claiming that controlled disorder can enhance performance and reduce space requirements in optical systems.
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New crystal breakthrough could enable GPS-free navigation in space and underwater
A new ultraviolet breakthrough improves laser precision, advancing nuclear clock research and opening possibilities for autonomous navigation in space and underwater environments.
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ExclusiveSpoor uses AI to track birds and improve wind farm planning
Spoor outlines its vision for AI-based biodiversity monitoring, using computer vision to scale wildlife tracking across wind energy sites.
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Artemis II laser communication system performs 100,000 times faster than Apollo 13 radio
Laser communication systems on Artemis II promise extreme data speeds compared to Apollo era radios, but still face environmental limitations.
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