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How to sign up for free extended updates in Windows 10 to stay safe until October 2026
If you're confused about where to get Microsoft's free offer of extended support, we'll show you exactly how it's done.
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Is using Windows 10 still safe after the End of Life deadline? All your questions answered
Windows 10 runs out of support soon, and you may have questions. Luckily, we have insightful answers to the most common queries.
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Windows 11 vs Windows 10 – the key differences
Get to know your TPM from your Mica and Copilot in our guide to the key differences between Windows 11 and Windows 10.
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Stuck on Windows 10? Tiny11 25H2 is here to answer the prayers of those who can't upgrade to Windows 11
Tiny11 25H2 arrives as a fully up-to-date lightweight version of Windows 11 to tempt those stuck on Windows 10.
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10 things businesses need to know about upgrading to Windows 11
Windows 10 support has ended - this is all the reasons why businesses should turn to Windows 11
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Sennheiser HDB 630 review: some of the most detail-oriented headphones on the market
The Sennheiser HDB 630 are a great-sounding pair of wireless headphones that bring on-the-go aptX audiophile sound to everyone – yes, even iPhone owners.
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Anker Nano Power Bank 10K 45W Built-In Retractable USB-C Cable review: a practical, solid–performing model that will revive your phone in no time
The Anker Nano Power Bank 10K 45W is a highly practical model with a handy retractable cable and display – but it's not completely flawless.
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I spent two weeks with the Ninja Prestige DualBrew System, and espresso and drip coffee don't get easier than this
Whether you're entertaining guests or just kick-starting your morning, the DualBrew System has everything you need in one neat package.
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Turtle Beach Atlas 200 review: a comfy, crystal-clear gaming headset that’s pleasingly low-cost
Don’t want to spend too much on a gaming headset? I tested the perfect budget option for you.
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I used the Honor Magic V5 for a week and it put a spell on me
The Honor Magic V5 lands on UK shelves with incredible displays, a huge battery, and genuinely impressive cameras. It’s the Galaxy Z Fold 7 rival Samsung should be most worried about.
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Blueair Blue Signature review: a well-performing, furniture-inspired air purifier for extra-large rooms
I’ve been testing the most attractive large-room air purifier you can buy right now, and it’s surprisingly good value for money.
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Skullcandy Crusher 540 Active review: solid workout headphones that sadly don't sit right
The Skullcandy Crusher 540 Active are designed especially for working out and have some neat features, but they are hampered by a poor fit.
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Anker Nano Power Bank 10K 45W Built-In Retractable USB-C Cable review: a practical, solid–performing model that will revive your phone in no time
The Anker Nano Power Bank 10K 45W is a highly practical model with a handy retractable cable and display – but it's not completely flawless.
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I used the Honor Magic V5 for a week and it put a spell on me
The Honor Magic V5 lands on UK shelves with incredible displays, a huge battery, and genuinely impressive cameras. It’s the Galaxy Z Fold 7 rival Samsung should be most worried about.
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We now have an official launch date for the OnePlus 15 – and a new color has been shown off
We're now less than two weeks from the launch of the OnePlus 15 – at least in China.
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I took Vivo’s iPhone 17 Pro rival to Shanghai to find out just how far ahead Chinese camera phones really are
I tested the Vivo X300 Pro in Shanghai to see how it stacks up against the iPhone 17 Pro.
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Samsung is rumored to have changed its Galaxy S26 plans again – and we may not see the flagship phones before March
Samsung may stick to its traditional naming scheme for these handsets after all, but they may be delayed.
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The iPhone Air is now free without a trade-in at Verizon - yep, that's $1,000 off
Verizon is currently offering the iPhone Air for free with a new line, and for the first time ever, no trade-ins are needed at all.
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The best Apple iPhone 17 deals for October 2025: how to get a free device, cheap plans, and more
Looking for an iPhone 17 on the cheap? Check out this week's best deals in both the US and UK across all four devices right here on this page.
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Windows 11 gets improved dark mode – but Microsoft breaks the feature for some unfortunate users
Want dark mode seemingly randomly switching itself on and off? PowerToys has gone badly awry here.
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Quordle hints and answers for Tuesday, October 21 (game #1366)
Looking for Quordle clues? We can help. Plus get the answers to Quordle today and past solutions.
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NYT Strands hints and answers for Tuesday, October 21 (game #597)
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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It's only been a few days since Windows 10's demise, and the latest Windows 11 update is causing havoc
Here we go again...
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Windows 10's demise could be Linux's gain if the flood of defectors is anything to go by
Are droves of Windows 10 users heading to Linux? One distro saw 100,000 downloads in just two days after Microsoft ended support.
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NYT Wordle today — answer and my hints for game #1584, Monday, October 20
Looking for Wordle hints? I can help. Plus get the answers to Wordle today and yesterday.
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Drowning in stress? You're not alone – and this app could be your lifeline
Homescreen Heroes: 95% of Balance users claim they experience less stress and I’m one of them.
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Apple’s Vision Pro should always have been a wearable MacBook, and now it can be
The Apple Vision Pro isn't perfect but there's one mistake that's larger than the rest.
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iPad vs iPad Air: Which Apple tablet is right for you?
The base-model iPad is the best value it’s ever been, while the iPad Air offers incredible power – here’s our head-to-head to help you choose between Apple’s cheaper tablets.
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ICYMI: the week's 7 biggest tech stories from Apple's M5 device launches to Windows 10's demise
The week's top stories from Microsoft, Nintendo, Apple, and more for October 18, 2025.
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M5 benchmark leak shows Apple's CPU outgunning Qualcomm's powerful Snapdragon X2 Elite Extreme
The vanilla M5 is looking like an impressive performer, stoking expectations for the M5 Pro and Max.
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iPhone 17 vs iPhone 17 Pro – should you go Pro?
The iPhone 17 and iPhone 17 Pro are both superb smartphones, but they're also aimed at different types of users.
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5 of the best free movies to stream on Tubi, Samsung TV Plus, Pluto TV and more this week (October 20)
From Oscar-winning sci-fi adventures to iconic satirical comedies, there’s plenty to watch on the best free streaming services this week.
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HBO Max delivered the perfect Task ending, but season 2 could still be the ultimate Mare of Easttown crossover
I'm still not over that epic Task ending, but I think a Mare of Easttown crossover in season 2 could actually be possible.
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Can’t wait for Frankenstein? Guillermo Del Toro says there are "hints" of the new Netflix movie in his earlier films
Frankenstein is Guillermo Del Toro's dream movie, but what if I told you you've already seen hints of it?
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What is the release date for Gen V season 2 episode 8 on Prime Video?
The final episode of Gen V's sophomore season will be out this week – here's when it'll air.
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This might be the coolest Star Wars holiday countdown yet, and it's exclusive to the Disney Store
Which Lightsaber hilt will you unbox?
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The Samsung S95F is our TV of the year – here’s how Samsung beat elite OLED and mini-LED TVs from the likes of LG and Sony
In a year with tough premium TV competition, the Samsung S95F rose above the rest to win TV of the year in the TechRadar Choice Awards.
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Google TV's big free Gemini AI upgrade seems to be arriving early for some – here's what to look for
A redditor has shared screenshots of the Gemini Google TV upgrade on their Sony Bravia TV.
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It's my job to test TVs, and these 3 models are the best value for money on the market
These three TVs will give you premium performance and features without the premium price.
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Go go go – Apple TV is the official home of F1 races and more in the United States, starting in 2026
Sometimes all the rumors do come true – Apple TV will be the exclusive home in the US of all F1 races for the next five years.
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This often-overlooked but very affordable AV accessory has finally helped me perfect my home cinema setup
A TV screen and speakers do a great home cinema make, but I recently spared a thought for the unsung hero in a system – the humble HDMI cable.
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A new Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Plus has just appeared – but it's not what you think
The Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Plus is new in name only.
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Spotify’s first ever TV channel is coming exclusively to Samsung TVs – and it’s completely free to access
Bill Simmons' The Ringer podcast network is coming to Samsung TV Plus as a free 24-hour channel.
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Sennheiser HDB 630 review: some of the most detail-oriented headphones on the market
The Sennheiser HDB 630 are a great-sounding pair of wireless headphones that bring on-the-go aptX audiophile sound to everyone – yes, even iPhone owners.
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Spotify’s upgraded live events feed lets you follow your favorite live music venues, allowing you to discover lesser-known gigs in your area
Spotify now lets you keep tabs on your favorite local venues, so now you can never miss a gig.
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Skullcandy Crusher 540 Active review: solid workout headphones that sadly don't sit right
The Skullcandy Crusher 540 Active are designed especially for working out and have some neat features, but they are hampered by a poor fit.
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FiiO QX13 review: a headphone amp/DAC to make your smartphone sing, albeit over-eagerly
The FiiO QX13 is a headphone amp/DAC with open and detailed sound to make your smartphone sing, but it's a little fiddly and has plenty of competition.
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Hi-fi legend Quad's new super-powerful, super-connected stereo amp could be all the amp you need for the rest of your life
Money No Object: Quad launches its "finest-ever" integrated amp, and it's future-proofed in a ton of ways
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I tried the AirPods Pro 3 – they’re fantastic, but I wouldn’t trade in my Pro 2
Apple's third-generation of AirPods arrived to much acclaim, and having now listened to them, it's just highlighted how good the previous model still is.
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Beyerdynamic's new wired headphones bring affordable studio-quality sound to USB-C devices
Beyerdynamic's DT 270 headphones are affordable studio headphones for budget-minded buyers
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Oura Ring users are getting a revamped, AI-powered app – and Samsung Galaxy Ring users are going to be seriously jealous
The Oura app has had a big redesign, with a new Cumulative Stress metric and AI Cycle Insights expansion.
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Move over Garmin – the Coros Apex 4 just dropped, and it's a smartwatch tailor-made for the mountains
The Coros Apex 4 smartwatch has just launched with new features for mountain sports.
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While I love my Apple Watch 11, I can’t deny that the Watch SE 3 is the better choice for most people
The Apple Watch 11 has been a massive upgrade for me over the SE 2, but I can’t help but think the SE 3 does more than enough for most people’s needs.
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5 new cameras are still expected for 2025 – here's what Sony, Canon, Leica and others could launch soon
Far from winding up for the year, it looks like 2025 could finish with new camera announcements from Canon, Sony, DJI, Leica and Fujifilm. We round up the latest rumors.
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A leaked unboxing video gives us an early look at the DJI Osmo Mobile 8 camera gimbal
We're getting another version of DJI's excellent camera gimbal, and it looks like it's better than ever.
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UpdatedBest full-frame camera 2025: the top big sensor DSLRs and mirrorless cameras
Our best full-frame camera guide will help you find the perfect DSLR or mirrorless camera for you, whatever your budget.
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Looking for a travel camera? Make sure it has these 9 useful features before you buy
For travel photography, camera design and usability is just as important as specifications. Here are the nine features that I look out for when picking the best one for the road.
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I spent two weeks with the Ninja Prestige DualBrew System, and espresso and drip coffee don't get easier than this
Whether you're entertaining guests or just kick-starting your morning, the DualBrew System has everything you need in one neat package.
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Blueair Blue Signature review: a well-performing, furniture-inspired air purifier for extra-large rooms
I’ve been testing the most attractive large-room air purifier you can buy right now, and it’s surprisingly good value for money.
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These air fried pickles are so good they’ve converted even non-pickle-eaters into fans
If you're usually the one picking the pickles out of your burger, these might change you mind.
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I've been testing Shark's new combo fan and heater, and the cooling is superb but the warming underwhelms
The original TurboBlade blew me away, but I'm not quite as hot on the warming function Shark has added for the Cool + Heat version.
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Best full-frame camera 2025: the top big sensor DSLRs and mirrorless cameras
Our best full-frame camera guide will help you find the perfect DSLR or mirrorless camera for you, whatever your budget.
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UpdatedThe best headphones 2025
Here’s our pick of the best headphones you can buy today with top cans to suit your style and your budget.
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UpdatedThe 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 hair dryer 2025
We've reviewed the best hair dryers and latest blow dryers from Dyson, GHD and Shark to help you care for your hair. Here are our top picks.
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UpdatedThe best free VPN in 2025
With so many scams, only the best free VPNs are worth your time. Find out how PrivadoVPN and Proton VPN's free tiers compare to all the rest, and read our top tips for the best VPN alternatives.
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UpdatedThe best wireless speaker, all tested by us, from Apple, JBL, Sonos and more
Looking for the best wireless speaker? These are the top TechRadar-reviewed and approved buys to hear music throughout your home.
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The best wireless headphones for 2025
These are the best Bluetooth headphones we've tested, whatever your budget or your priority.
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Apple's most powerful iPad Pro ever is just $499 with this trade-in deal - and you can save 10% extra, too
The Apple iPad Pro 11-inch (M4) is the most powerful iPad around and you can pick it up for as little as $499
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This Lenovo Legion 5 gaming laptop is $500 off today and it features not just an RTX 5060, but also an OLED screen
Lenovo makes some fantastic gaming laptops and this Lenovo Legion 5 gaming laptop is available at a great price right now at Walmart.
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Attention audiobook lovers! You can get three books for just $3 / £3 with this seasonal Audible deal
Audible has just launched a deal that gives customers a Premium Plus membership for only $2.97
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The epic Mac mini M4 is just $499 today at Best Buy - quite possibly the best value machine you'll ever buy
The Apple Mac mini (M4) is a powerhouse device that's discounted down to $499 at Best Buy
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HP launches huge anniversary sale: here are 5 Black Friday-beating laptop deals I'd recommend
The HP anniversary sale is live, with up to 58% off laptop deals this week.
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Get Apple's most powerful MacBook Pro for just $799 with trade-in
Snap up the Apple MacBook Pro M5 for as little as $799 with trade-in
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Sling TV Promo Codes for October 2025
SPONSORED With these Sling TV promo codes you can get discounted memberships and add access to extra channels for free on the streaming service.
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Eufy discount codes for October 2025
SPONSORED These Eufy discount codes can be added to your order to lower the price of the brand's home security tech including cameras and alarms.
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MPB discount codes for Oct 2025 |
SPONSORED Add one of these MPB discount codes to your order for better-priced camera equipment.
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Steelcase coupon codes for Oct 2025 |
SPONSORED Save with these Steelcase coupon codes on gaming chairs, office chairs, office desks, standing desks, and more.
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Bitdefender Coupon Codes for Oct 2025 |
SPONSORED Use one of these tried & tested Bitdefender coupon codes to save on internet security, antivirus, VPN, and password management.
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SPONSORED Use one of these Bluetti discount codes with your next order to lower the price of the brand's portable power systems and live off-grid for less.
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Windows 11 gets improved dark mode – but Microsoft breaks the feature for some unfortunate users
Want dark mode seemingly randomly switching itself on and off? PowerToys has gone badly awry here.
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It's only been a few days since Windows 10's demise, and the latest Windows 11 update is causing havoc
Here we go again...
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Windows 10's demise could be Linux's gain if the flood of defectors is anything to go by
Are droves of Windows 10 users heading to Linux? One distro saw 100,000 downloads in just two days after Microsoft ended support.
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The first Android apps for the Samsung Galaxy XR headset are already showing up
Samsung's long-awaited headset, developed in partnership with Google, is making its debut next week.
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Ninja Gaiden 4 review: wanted dead or alive
Ninja Gaiden 4 is a bloody triumph, seeing its co-developers back at the top of their respective games.
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Mattel's Intellivision was my first ever console in 1981 - and I'm so tempted to buy Atari's reboot this holiday season
The Intellivision had a robust library of games - including some surprisingly in-depth strategy affairs - and many of these classics are bundled with the reboot.
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Battlefield 6 and Fortnite recovering as AWS outage takes out the likes of Roblox, Wordle, and Epic Games Store
AWS is down and affecting gamers
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I’ve been playing Just Dance for years, and camera controls make 2026 Edition the strongest entry yet
Just Dance 2026 Edition is an innovative and exciting entry in the long-running dance party series.
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Between them, the TechRadar team have 300 years' experience in tech journalism. Here's why you should trust them.
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"We need to go beyond Signal" – How today's AWS outage shows the weaknesses of centralized apps
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Which Surfshark VPN plan should I choose? Starter, One or One+
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"We saw genuine shock on people’s faces" – NordVPN takes on Times Square to debunk Americans' online security myths
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The future of online privacy: why VPNs will be non-negotiable
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The best VPN service 2025
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The best free VPN in 2025
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Mozilla is experimenting with a free, built-in VPN in Firefox – but you might not be able to try it yet
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It's almost 2026, and Fujitsu is doing its best to save optical disks - the A77-K3 is a 16-inch 13th-gen Core i5 laptop with a DVD drive
Fujitsu’s A77-K3 combines a 13th-gen Intel Core i5 processor and a DVD drive, challenging the modern trend of ultra-light, cloud-first laptops.
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Yay! Intel has a new AI GPU with 160GB of LPDDR5X - Crescent Island does inference only, uses cheaper memory, and targets value air-cooled enterprise servers
Intel’s Crescent Island GPU targets data centers with inference-only performance, efficient LPDDR5X memory, and affordable air-cooled AI acceleration.
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Microsoft's branding power is being used by criminals to funnel victims to tech support scam centers - here's what you need to know
Criminals are exploiting Microsoft’s trusted branding to run tech support scams that manipulate fear, steal credentials, and compromise systems.
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AWS outage - Amazon nears solution as Zoom, Slack, Canva among work apps hit
Work apps, banking service and more all affected in AWS outage.
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