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smart home weekWelcome 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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Smart home weekThe Vestaboard smart display costs twice as much as my TV, but it works hard to justify the price
A mechanical smart display that adds a dash of class and personality to your home.
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Smart Home WeekShould you buy a smart lock or stick with your keys? The pros and cons of connected security
We weigh up the advantages and disadvantages of using a smart lock over a traditional key-based security system.
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Smart home week3 high-tech home health gadgets to boost wellbeing, from home saunas to ambient light
Three smart home devices serving the latest wellness trends – from ambience optimization to intelligent ice baths.
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Smart home weekIs that a burglar in your home, or just the dog? Your Ring camera can now tell you instantly
The Ring app can now send AI-generated notifications describing what's happening when your camera detects motion.
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Bose SoundLink Plus review: a difficult middle child in Bose's Bluetooth speaker lineup? Not. At. All.
As Bose fills the gaps in its SoundLink range, is the Plus just a difficult middle child?
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Cambridge Audio Melomania A100 review: these earbuds are even crazier about music – in the best way
In which Cambridge Audio attempts to move the dial on its earbuds lineup from ‘very good’ to ‘truly great’... and succeeds with gusto.
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Sigma 56mm F1.4 DC DN Contemporary review: a portrait master for crop-sensor cameras
It's tiny, lightweight, and ideal for portraiture
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PolarPro Quartzline ND filter review
These brass-framed neutral density filters can slow down shutter speeds for video motion blur, wide-open aperture shooting and multi-second exposure times.
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PocketBook's InkPad Eo improves on the build quality of its forebears – it's a shame this E Ink writing tablet is so frustrating to use
PocketBook’s first Android 11 e-note tablet does a couple of features to commend it, but it needs to do a lot better than the InkPad Eo if it wants to be competitive.
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Ironheart review: Marvel and Ryan Coogler cook up a surprisingly super Disney+ show that bleeds street-level simplicity and magical mayhem
Riri Williams suits up in the final TV show of Marvel's Phase 5 lineup, which is as surprisingly emotional as it is supernaturally stylish.
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Smart home weekThis 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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Android camera phone face-off: I compared the Galaxy S25 Ultra, Pixel 9 Pro, and OnePlus 13 – and there's a clear winner
The Pixel 9 Pro, OnePlus 13 and Galaxy S25 Ultra all boast excellent cameras on the Android side of the fence, but which is best for you?
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Trump Mobile’s T1 phone won't actually be made in America – and I'm not even remotely surprised
Trump Mobile's T1 phone isn't actually made in America, and maybe this'll teach him why it's impossible to make the iPhone in America, too
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The foldable iPhone’s cameras might leave it trailing behind the Galaxy Z Fold 7
The foldable iPhone might just have two rear cameras, and their megapixel counts might not overly impress either.
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With iOS 26 on the way, I think Apple should rename the iPhone 17
With Apple renaming its software suites to reflect release year rather than generation, it only makes sense that the iPhone follows suit.
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The Google Pixel 10 could have more but worse cameras than the Pixel 9
The Google Pixel 10 could gain a telephoto snapper but lose some sensor size and megapixels, while other specs might also be a mix of upgrades and downgrades.
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Forget the Galaxy Z Fold 7 – the Galaxy S25 Edge is free right now without a trade-in at T-Mobile
T-Mobile's latest Galaxy S25 Edge deal lets you get this $1,100 device on the house with a 24-month unlimited plan.
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Skip the S25 Ultra and get the excellent Samsung Galaxy S25 Plus while it's down to a record-low price
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Plus drops to $799 at Amazon
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NYT Wordle today — answer and my hints for game #1469, Friday, June 27
Looking for Wordle hints? I can help. Plus get the answers to Wordle today and yesterday.
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I built a personalized version of Super Mario-like game in seconds using Claude, and you can play it right now for free - here's how you can create your own game without coding
How to vibe code a video game with Claude
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Finally! These AI smart glasses are giving me a feature I’ve been desperate for the Meta Ray-Bans to get since launch
Meta beware! These new AI smart glasses are better than my Ray-Bans in nearly every way, but I know I’ll never own a pair.
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The top-rated Samsung 990 Pro 2TB SSD drops back to its Black Friday price
The Samsung 990 Pro is one of the best SSDs you can buy today and it's now back down to its lowest-ever price on Amazon
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I asked ChatGPT to be a burnout coach – it didn’t hold back
I asked ChatGPT to act like a burnout coach with decades of experience. It offered blunt, practical advice that actually helped, briefly.
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I wouldn't wait for Prime Day to grab this deal – Apple's MacBook Air M4 drops to a record-low price
This early Prime Day MacBook Air M4 deal is stupidly good and offers a laptop that ideal for nearly everything
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NYT Strands hints and answers for Friday, June 27 (game #481)
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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Ready for a cheap tablet upgrade? I’d still recommend the base iPad over (literally) anything else right now – here's why
A new cheap tablet contender is coming soon, but I can’t see it displacing Apple’s base iPad as my go-to recommendation.
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UpdatedThe best cheap tablets 2025
Our guide to the best cheap tablets features affordable models from Apple, Samsung, Amazon, and more.
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The foldable iPhone’s cameras might leave it trailing behind the Galaxy Z Fold 7
The foldable iPhone might just have two rear cameras, and their megapixel counts might not overly impress either.
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I tried iOS 26's best new AI tool, and now conversing with my Italian in-laws is a breeze
I tried Live Translation in iOS 26, and it might be the best Apple Intelligence feature yet
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With iOS 26 on the way, I think Apple should rename the iPhone 17
With Apple renaming its software suites to reflect release year rather than generation, it only makes sense that the iPhone follows suit.
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I watch TV for a living and these are my top 3 Netflix horror shows if you want a good scare
Netflix has a huge horror library but these three shows are the stand out ones if you're in the mood for a scare.
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Doctor Who is my #1 Disney+ recommendation – here's why it's my TV show of choice across all of time and space
Doctor Who takes Disney+ viewers on an epic adventure through space and time.
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‘I blame Facebook’: Aaron Sorkin is writing a Social Network sequel for the post-Zuckerberg era
The Social Network is getting a sequel, and it's not going to be flattering.
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‘I can’t believe I’m excited for a Bond movie again’: Amazon’s bold new direction for 007 has fans talking
Bond’s next director might just change everything as Amazon taps legendary sci-fi filmmaker Denis Villeneuve.
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MobLand season 2: everything we know so far about the hit Paramount+ show's return
MobLand season 2 has officially been renewed. Here's everything we know so far about the hit Paramount+ crime drama's return.
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HDMI 2.2 is officially ready to bring 4K 480Hz, and even up to 16K video – here’s when to expect it on TVs and monitors
The HDMI 2.2 specification has been officially released, but beware manufacturers' spec sheets
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I tested Samsung and Sony’s 2025 QD-OLED TVs side-by-side, and it’s a battle for the ages
Samsung and Sony's top OLED TVs for 2025 both use QD-OLED display panels and anti-reflection screens. I tested them side-by-side to find out how they compare.
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One of the best budget TVs is at a record-low price at Amazon ahead of Prime Day
The Hisense U7N 55-inch Mini-LED 4K TV is a fantastic budget TV and it's even cheaper while it's on sale now at Amazon.
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The Sonos Ray is the ideal budget soundbar for cheap or older TVs – its lack of a key modern feature is actually crucial
Dodge the HDMI limitations of cheap and older TVs with a soundbar that makes optical work seamlessly
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The Chromecast with Google TV is finally getting its long-delayed free update – here's what's new
Guess who's back / back again / Android 14's back / tell a friend
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I chose this portable projector over a TV for my bedroom, and I love it – here are 3 reasons why, but 1 reason it might not be for you
I didn't want a big screen disrupting my decor, so I tried out this pint-sized projector instead.
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I tried the next-gen version of the best budget portable projector, and it’s an amazing all-rounder that should have Samsung worried
The XGIMI MoGo 4 fixes the two flaws we had with its predecessor, and remains affordable
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The excellent Beats Pill wireless speaker is back to its lowest-ever price
The Beats Pill is a fantastic little wireless speaker and it's now back down to a record-low price at Walmart – but only in blue.
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I’m an open earbuds skeptic, but this great-sounding set totally won me over – here’s why
I’m not usually a fan of open earbuds, but this set really wowed me with impressive audio and a great fit.
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I'm a Spotify power user – here are 5 lesser-known features I use every day
Use these 5 hidden gem Spotify features to fine-tune your music and improve your audio streaming game.
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Full Galaxy Buds Core specs revealed, and Samsung’s finally fixed our main issue with the Buds FE
Comprehensive Galaxy Buds Core specs have been published on Samsung’s UAE site, showing cheaper-than-ever pricing, plus one good upgrade.
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It’s been 1 year since I reviewed the JBL Clip 5 – here’s why it’s still my go-to Bluetooth speaker
I’ve listened to the JBL Clip 5 every day for the past year, and it’s still my favorite Bluetooth speaker by far.
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Ditch the clutter: this is my favorite one-box wireless speaker to use with a turntable, thanks to this crucial feature
If you’re a vinyl fan but are put off by the idea of having to fill your living room with loads of big black boxes, this game-changing wireless speaker will be a dream come true.
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No, you can’t touch my FiiO: why this hi-res ‘MP3 player’ is still trouncing my old iPod Classic a year on
Why, oh why, oh why oh… why would I ever leave my FiiO? How this hi-res player got me – and my music – singing again
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OnePlus reveals how impressively light the Watch 3 43mm is – and says it’s the ‘most compact’ smartwatch it’s ever made
OnePlus has launched the Watch 3 43mm, a smaller version of its popular Watch 3 smartwatch.
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Apple issues ‘do not update’ warning to some Watch owners with latest watchOS 26 beta, as crashes show the dangers of pre-launch software
Apple Watch Hermès users’ devices have faced persistent crashes after they installed the watchOS 26 beta 2 update.
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Smart home week
3 high-tech home health gadgets to boost wellbeing, from home sauna hacks to ambient light
Three smart home devices serving the latest wellness trends – from ambience optimization to intelligent ice baths.
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Don’t buy a 360 camera – the new DJI Osmo 360 just leaked again, and it’s expected to launch imminently
The DJI Osmo 360, rumored for an imminent launch, resembles a slightly shorter and wider Insta360 X5 in these four leaked images.
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Canon and Nikon camera prices jump in the US by up to $500 – here are the models most affected
Having warned that tariffs would have an impact on costs, the two imaging giants have begun increasing the prices of some cameras and lenses.
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Sigma 56mm F1.4 DC DN Contemporary review: a portrait master for crop-sensor cameras
It's tiny, lightweight, and ideal for portraiture
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PolarPro Quartzline ND filter review
These brass-framed neutral density filters can slow down shutter speeds for video motion blur, wide-open aperture shooting and multi-second exposure times.
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Blueair just launched the best looking air purifier I've ever seen – and it's time for other brands to up their design game
This purifier looks like a piece of furniture and doubles as a side table.
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I'm a certified barista, but if you can't wait for me to make your coffee, these are the 3 Nespresso machines I recommend instead
If you want your coffee as quickly as possible, a Nespresso machine could be exactly what you need, and these are three of the best
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Smart home week
The Vestaboard smart display costs twice as much as my TV, but it works hard to justify the price
A mechanical smart display that adds a dash of class and personality to your home.
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How to upgrade to a smart display: take your smart home to the next level
Mobile apps and speakers are fine when you're starting out, but as your smart home grows, it's time to think bigger.
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Updated
The best cheap tablets 2025
Our guide to the best cheap tablets features affordable models from Apple, Samsung, Amazon, and more.
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The best student laptops 2025
We're bringing you all our top tested picks for the best student laptops, from Windows systems to Apple MacBooks and more.
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UpdatedThe 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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UpdatedThe 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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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 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 excellent Beats Pill wireless speaker is back to its lowest-ever price
The Beats Pill is a fantastic little wireless speaker and it's now back down to a record-low price at Walmart – but only in blue.
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Early 4th of July TV deals are live at Best Buy - here are 11 TVs I'd buy from $69.99
Early 4th of July TV deals are live at Best Buy, and I'm rounding up the 11 best offers on 4K, QLED, and OLED displays with prices starting at just $69.99.
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Amazon just dropped new early Prime Day deals - here are 33 items worth adding to your cart
Amazon has just released a wave of new early Prime Day deals, and I'm rounding up the 33 best offers that are worth buying, starting at just $8.49.
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The top-rated Samsung 990 Pro 2TB SSD drops back to its Black Friday price
The Samsung 990 Pro is one of the best SSDs you can buy today and it's now back down to its lowest-ever price on Amazon
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I wouldn't wait for Prime Day to grab this deal – Apple's MacBook Air M4 drops to a record-low price
This early Prime Day MacBook Air M4 deal is stupidly good and offers a laptop that ideal for nearly everything
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Amazon Prime Day laptop deals 2025: the best early offers hand-picked by an expert
Here's everything you need to know about this year's Amazon Prime Day laptop deals and where you'll find the best expert-picked deals once the sale starts.
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Bose Coupon Codes for June 2025
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NordVPN Coupon Codes for June 2025
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OBDeleven promo codes for June 2025
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Tello Coupon Codes for June 2025
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Private Internet Access coupon codes for June 2025
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Asus Coupon Codes for June 2025
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Xfinity Residential promo codes for June 2025
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I built a personalized version of Super Mario-like game in seconds using Claude, and you can play it right now for free - here's how you can create your own game without coding
How to vibe code a video game with Claude
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Finally! These AI smart glasses are giving me a feature I’ve been desperate for the Meta Ray-Bans to get since launch
Meta beware! These new AI smart glasses are better than my Ray-Bans in nearly every way, but I know I’ll never own a pair.
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I asked ChatGPT to be a burnout coach – it didn’t hold back
I asked ChatGPT to act like a burnout coach with decades of experience. It offered blunt, practical advice that actually helped, briefly.
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Would you swap your real-life pet for an AI-powered alternative? Meet Sirius the robot dog and decide for yourself
Hengbot launch Sirius, the AI-powered robot dog that wants to be your friend.
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Nintendo Switch 2 restocks live: Antonline and Walmart have run out of US stock, plus all the latest updates and UK retailers to check
All the latest on Switch 2 stock, right here
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I sure hope my PS5 doesn't die before GTA 6 - reports suggest hardware issues could damage consoles over time
GTA 6 is on the horizon for launch in May next year, but reports of the PS5's liquid metal issues have resurfaced.
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In Dying Light: The Beast, one of my arrows sent a guard flying twenty metres as I got to grips with a monstrous new Kyle Crane - and now I can’t wait to get stuck in again
Dying Light: The Beast was my favorite game at Summer Game Fest, with its brilliant combination of stealth, superpowers, zombies, and a super-detailed map
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Mario Kart World patch notes - the latest updates and fixes
Here's the latest Mario Kart World patch notes. These include balance updates, changes to gameplay and bug fixes.
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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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Surfshark reaffirms its commitment to user privacy in independent audit
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Exclusive deal: 4 months free with NordVPN's two-year plans, plus up to $50 in Amazon gift vouchers
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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 pricingNordVPN price and plans - We've calculated all the costs for a Nord subscription in 2025
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How to make your site more search friendly for AI agents
As more AI agents scan the web for content Saulius Lazaravičius, VP of product at Hostinger, explains how you can make your site more search friendly for the future.
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Most organisations are at risk thanks to immature supply chain security
Supply chain worries affect 88% of respondents.
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Hackers are using fake Zoom apps to steal your data and your cryptowallet - here's how to stay safe
A North Korean-linked hacking group is using fake Zoom tools to deploy malware targeting crypto wallets and browser credentials across key global industries.
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Anker's extraordinary 3D printer has become the most popular campaign ever on Kickstarter, with nearly $45 million pledged
Anker EufyMake E1 raises $45 million on Kickstarter, offering UV 3D-texture printing - but faces questions on cost and long-term performance.
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