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Paradise season 2 review: make way for the best TV show of 2026 so far
Paradise season 2 on Hulu and Disney+ has bigger twists, turns and emotions than season 1 — and it’s the most invested you’ll be in a TV show in years.
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ReviewAcer ebii 20 review: Unlike anything you've ever seen before
The ebii 20 is an e-bike from Acer, a brand better known for computing than cycling. We spent a month riding it.
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Skullcandy Method 540 ANC review: AI chatbot integration and a price hike are the only changes — and nobody asked for those
Great earbuds, meet price hike and AI
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Amazfit Balance 2 review: An outstanding fitness tracker, but so-so smart features
The Amazfit Balance 2 delivers outstanding battery performance alongside excellent tracking, as well as a capable AI assistant.
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This cheap action cam wants to be a DJI Pocket 3 killer – but does it deliver?
The SJCAM C400 has a pleasingly versatile design, but its performance leaves a lot to be desired
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Fujifilm Instax Mini Evo Cinema review: the instant cam you'll actually use
The Fujifilm Instax Mini Evo Cinema is an instant camera / super-8-style video camera mash up, with over 100 looks inspired from the last 100 years of image making. It really is something
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Miofive Mirror 1 review: the 4K dash cam that replaces your rearview mirror (if it fits)
The Miofive Mirror 1 Dash cam comes packed with features and functions while offering much more versatility than standard rear-view glass
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The Google Pixel 10a is going to be free at T-Mobile — but you're going to have to wait
T-Mobile has listed its opening Google Pixel 10a deal today, but the carrier isn't accepting preorders on the device, interestingly.
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The Xiaomi 17T and 17T Pro could land in May — and be serious iPhone 18 rivals
The Xiaomi 17T and Xiaomi 17T Pro are reportedly landing four months early, and they might have things in common with recent iPhones.
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Don't want to pay a premium for the Galaxy S26? I'd consider this discounted Samsung Galaxy S25 FE instead
The Galaxy S25 FE is cut by $200 at Amazon ahead of Samsung Galaxy S26 launch
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The Pixel 10a has an excellent opening deal at Verizon this week — there's just one small problem
The Pixel 10a is now available at Verizon — but it's worth checking out the deals from other carriers on the Pixel 10 series before you pick it up.
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The iPhone 17 Pro Max is the most traded-in phone — here's why
Lots of people are selling their iPhone 17 Pro Max's, and this is likely down to several different reasons.
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Snapseed’s camera feature has landed on iPhone — but not Android
Snapseed's camera feature has now fully rolled out on iPhone, complete with a pro mode, but Android is still waiting.
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Have your say: How long do you keep your phone for before upgrading?
I'm curious if upgrade cycles have gotten longer as phone upgrades have gotten more incremental.
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Acer and Asus have stopped support for laptops in German patent dispute
Needing a VPN to get support for your laptop is not an acceptable situation.
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Quordle hints and answers for Saturday, February 21 (game #1489)
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 Saturday, February 21 (game #720)
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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Windows 11's Notepad app is now rumored to get image embedding
Is Notepad getting too bloated these days? If you're of that opinion, you won't like what Microsoft has planned next.
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WhatsApp is finally adding a handy group chat feature we've been waiting for
WhatsApp is rolling out Group Message History, which lets new chat members easily catch up on messages posted before they joined.
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NYT Wordle today — answer and my hints for game #1707, Friday, February 20
Looking for Wordle hints? I can help. Plus get the answers to Wordle today and yesterday.
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Mark Zuckerberg defends Meta in social media addiction trial
Mark Zuckerberg defends Meta in social media addiction trial, which could have major ramifications for online platforms.
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ChatGPT logs become crucial in Seoul murder case
A Seoul murder investigation now centers on the suspect’s ChatGPT search history, which police argue shows clear intent behind two fatal poisonings
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ChatGPT's adult mode will 'safely relax the restrictions' of the chatbot
OpenAI insists new safeguards make adult mode responsible, but the timing of a prominent critic’s departure is a red flag
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Google just upgraded Gemini again to 3.1 Pro
Google’s new Gemini 3.1 Pro dramatically boosts AI reasoning — but some users say it feels less human in the process
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Apple CarPlay just got a massive AI upgrade in iOS 26.4
Apple has opened up CarPlay to conversational AI bots other than Siri, as previously rumored.
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An Indian startup beat Gemini and ChatGPT at reading languages
India-based startup Sarvam AI claims its language-first OCR and speech models outperform Gemini and ChatGPT
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WhatsApp is finally adding a handy group chat feature we've been waiting for
WhatsApp is rolling out Group Message History, which lets new chat members easily catch up on messages posted before they joined.
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UpdatedNew movies: the most exciting films coming to theaters in February 2026
New movies will arrive weekly throughout 2026 — these are the biggest ones to keep an eye on.
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Apple Music has a slew of new features on the way, including a revamped UI
Apple Music's new features could breathe new life into the platform, but its UI redesign has divided subscribers.
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Apple CarPlay just got a massive AI upgrade in iOS 26.4
Apple has opened up CarPlay to conversational AI bots other than Siri, as previously rumored.
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The iPhone 17 Pro Max is the most traded-in phone — here's why
Lots of people are selling their iPhone 17 Pro Max's, and this is likely down to several different reasons.
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3 of the best new Disney+ and Hulu series to binge-watch this weekend
Looking for some great new shows to binge? Stream three of this year's best new series, including Ryan Murphy's Love Story.
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Paradise season 2 review: make way for the best TV show of 2026 so far
Paradise season 2 on Hulu and Disney+ has bigger twists, turns and emotions than season 1 — and it’s the most invested you’ll be in a TV show in years.
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7 new movies and TV shows to watch on Netflix, Prime Video, HBO Max and more this weekend (February 20)
From The Night Agent's return to Brendan Fraser's latest movie, here's what's worth watching at home this weekend.
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What is the release date for A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms episode 6 on HBO Max?
The final episode of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms' debut season comes out soon — here's when and where you can watch it.
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New movies: the most exciting films coming to theaters in February 2026
New movies will arrive weekly throughout 2026 — these are the biggest ones to keep an eye on.
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'Now that's home theater': Optoma's new 4K projector boasts Dolby Vision, HDR10+, hits 5000 lumens, 240Hz, and reaches 300 inches
Optoma's new flagship projector is super-bright, super-stuffed with screen tech, and made for big screens
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TCL’s clever ‘SQD mini-LED’ TV tech has arrived in its first set, and we’ve measured it
This is impressive TV tech, but it still might be a middle-ground upgrade that’s destined to be lost.
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Your Amazon Fire TV is about to get a free upgrade to make it easier to use
Amazon's Fire TV update is rolling out to select models in the US first, and will be available more widely and in other countries soon.
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A report details how much more expensive 130-inch TV screens are to make
Massive TVs mean massive price tags for early adopters if you're waiting for next-gen RGB TVs at projector-beating sizes
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Hot dealsThe cheapest OLED TV deals and sales in February 2026
Your guide to the best OLED TV deals with incredible sales from brands like Sony, LG, and more.
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6 of the best 4K action movies to show off your home theater
Action movies can be a great way to show off your home theater system, and these 6 4K discs are some of the best I've ever tested.
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Netflix is about to stop working on some more older smart TVs and consoles
Netflix is ending support for its app on the PS3 and some older TVs and set-top boxes – but streaming sticks are cheap right now, if you want to keep your old set
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Sony's XM6 buds are crammed with tech — here's my top 3 hidden features
Wish controlling your music was less hassle? My three favorite features from the new Sony WF-1000XM6 earbuds make spinning your spot-on tunes or having a quick convo a breeze.
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Best earbuds: top buys, all TechRadar-tested and recommended
My carefully considered pick of the best earbuds in the business – including one or two new models you might not be familiar with.
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The best wireless headphones, chosen by our experts for all budgets
These are the best Bluetooth headphones we've tested, whatever your budget or your priority.
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UpdatedThe best over-ear headphones for any budget, all tested by our experts
Looking for the best-sounding headphones? These are the cans you need to get more from your music.
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Dummy models of the Galaxy Buds 4 have leaked, and there's a big similarity to AirPods
More images of the Galaxy Buds 4 have leaked on X, and they confirm a lot of new upgrades we were expecting to see.
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Money no object? This turntable cartridge is made from the same wood as million-dollar violins, as well as diamonds (of course)
Crafted in Japan, with a body carved from the Tyrolean tonewood with which Stradivari made violins
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iFi’s new trio of high-end DACs includes a powerful amp combo – and I'm going to need to try it
iFi just unveiled three new DACs, including a new workhorse and a stream-friendly model
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Garmin just added a bunch of new features to its best smartwatch
The Fenix 8 has had a big update, Software Version 21.25, containing a whole host of new fixes and glances.
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Forget the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 — the Amazfit T-Rex Ultra 2 might be the surprise outdoor smartwatch to beat this year
If Amazfit can deliver a five-star watch for under $100 / £100, what can it do for five times the price? Introducing the 'expedition-focused' Amazfit T-Rex Ultra 2
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Garmin Fenix 9 incoming? CEO Cliff Pemble teases big things to come 'in the back half of the year'
First possible tease for the Garmin Fenix 9 comes from CEO Cliff Pemble, as he expects watch sales to "accelerate" later this year.
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I'm skipping Canon's EOS R5 Mark II and waiting for the Mark III – here’s why
Canon's EOS R5 was so ahead of its time in 2020 that I'm still using it professionally in 2026 – here's why I'm holding out for the Mark III version before I upgrade
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The DJI Osmo Pocket 4 has just starred in its biggest video leak so far
It looks as though the DJI Osmo Pocket 4 is about to launch, and here's a hands-on video look at it.
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This cheap action cam wants to be a DJI Pocket 3 killer – but does it deliver?
The SJCAM C400 has a pleasingly versatile design, but its performance leaves a lot to be desired
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'There’s something for everyone' — is the DJI Neo the perfect drone for beginners? Here's what you need to know before you buy
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The DJI Neo is trending right now — is this popular drone a good buy for beginners? Here's what you need to know.
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Despite being designed to 'connect and just work', it turns out IKEA's new smart home sensors actually have some specific, confusing hub requirements
Those temptingly cheap sensors aren't quite such a bargain if you have to buy IKEA's own $109 / £60 hub to make them work.
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UpdatedThe best vacuum cleaners you can buy right now
No matter your budget or cleaning needs, one of these will be the perfect vacuum for you.
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Ring says its leaked plan to 'zero out crime' doesn't mean mass surveillance
Ring cameras could be used to track a lot more than lost dogs, a leaked email suggests. But the company has hit back at claims that it means mass surveillance.
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Baratza's new stepless coffee grinder offers micron-level precision
Dialing in your grinder just got easier, whichever brewing style you prefer.
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Best earbuds: top buys, all TechRadar-tested and recommended
My carefully considered pick of the best earbuds in the business – including one or two new models you might not be familiar with.
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The best wireless headphones, chosen by our experts for all budgets
These are the best Bluetooth headphones we've tested, whatever your budget or your priority.
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The best over-ear headphones for any budget, all tested by our experts
Looking for the best-sounding headphones? These are the cans you need to get more from your music.
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The best vacuum cleaners you can buy right now
No matter your budget or cleaning needs, one of these will be the perfect vacuum for you.
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UpdatedThe best headphones you can buy today, all tested by our experts
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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The best wireless earbuds for all budgets, all tested by our reviewers
Our reviewers spent over 600 hours testing these earbuds, so here’s my verdict on the best wireless earbuds for iPhone, Android or anything else.
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UpdatedThe best gaming PC 2026
Looking to upgrade? I've carefully selected the best gaming PCs in 2026 based on budget, performance, design, and configurability.
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The Google Pixel 10a is going to be free at T-Mobile — but you're going to have to wait
T-Mobile has listed its opening Google Pixel 10a deal today, but the carrier isn't accepting preorders on the device, interestingly.
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The first discount on Samsung's newest cheap tablet has landed
The Samsung Galaxy Tab A11 Plus just got its first ever discount at Amazon, making the cheap yet capable tablet even more affordable.
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I use this affordable JBL turntable at home and I can’t recommend it highly enough for anyone putting together their first hi-fi system
If the vinyl revival has you champing at the bit to find an affordable but capable turntable, this model from JBL is a surefire winner – and it's discounted too.
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Don't want to pay a premium for the Galaxy S26? I'd consider this discounted Samsung Galaxy S25 FE instead
The Galaxy S25 FE is cut by $200 at Amazon ahead of Samsung Galaxy S26 launch
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These are the 8 editor-approved laptops I'd buy this week from $199
I've looked through the top retailers and manufacturers and picked out the eight best laptop deals available this week, with prices starting at $199.
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Windows 11's Notepad app is now rumored to get image embedding
Is Notepad getting too bloated these days? If you're of that opinion, you won't like what Microsoft has planned next.
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It seems Microsoft just started work on Windows 11 27H2
I just hope Microsoft delivers on the promises of greater stability and faster performance for the OS.
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The Logitech Muse for Apple Vision Pro might be the perfect 3D drawing tool
Apple's Vision Pro finally has a proper drawing stylus, but figuring out how to draw in 3D is a far greater challenge.
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Users overload another Discord alternative's servers as they flee ID checks
Discord’s age verification backlash continues as fleeing users overload the servers of yet another platform.
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Think you're ready to celebrate the Legend of Zelda's 40th anniversary? I bet you can't even score 50% on my ultimate trivia quiz
As Link and Zelda celebrate 40 years of adventures despite never aging beyond their early 20s, here's a quiz that will age you significantly.
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The next Pokémon Presents will air next week to celebrate Pokémon Day 2026 and 30 years of the series — here's when to tune in and what to expect
The Pokémon Company has announced that the next Pokémon Presents will air next week on February 27, coinciding with Pokémon Day 2026 and the series's 30th anniversary.
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Call of Duty: Mobile Season 2 is here with some awesome new skins and a Lunar New Year event
Call of Duty: Mobile Season 2 has launched, bringing a wealth of new content to the FPS.
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Capcom asks players not to share Resident Evil Requiem spoilers ahead of launch after early copies leaked — 'We really want everyone to enjoy the game's story'
Capcom has asked players not to leak Resident Evil Requiem spoilers ahead of the game's official launch next week after physical copies of the game leaked.
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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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Fake Proton VPN extensions slip into Chrome Web Store — here’s how to stay safe
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ExpressVPN unveils 'industry-first hybrid' VPN browser extension — and takes on the Metaverse with new Meta Quest app
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How to secure your internet connection with IPVanish
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Wisconsin scraps VPN ban from age verification bill following backlash
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'Iranians are resilient; they always find ways to speak:' How Iranians are overcoming unprecedented internet censorship
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AdGuard's Windows VPN upgrade prioritizes usability for all
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The Trump administration is building a website to help Europeans evade content bans
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Your next device will be an AI PC, if Intel has anything to do with it — chipmaker predicts more than half of PCs shipped this year will be AI-enabled
Intel forecasts more than half of PCs shipped in 2026 will include AI processing, impacting laptops, workstations, and mini PCs.
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Russia is launching a stratospheric balloon relay network to counter Starlink restrictions, but it has one major flaw — the wind
Russia is testing a 20-kilometer stratospheric balloon relay system after Starlink restrictions disrupted battlefield communications in Russian-controlled territories.
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The Pentagon wants swarms of voice-controlled AI drones, and is offering a $100 million prize as a reward — and Elon Musk's SpaceX is taking pole position
The Pentagon has launched a $100 million contest to develop voice-controlled autonomous drone swarms amid unresolved technical challenges.
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Top Android AI photo and video editor exposes nearly two million user images and videos
A misconfigured database holding millions of images and videos was found online, and promptly secured.
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