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New survey suggests the foldable iPhone Ultra could be a surprise hit
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NYT Wordle today — answer and my hints for game #1791, Friday, May 15 2535 Comments -
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Graduation ceremony speaker blasted by boos when she calls AI 'the next industrial revolution' — why Gen Z cheers for a time before AIA commencement speaker was booed for calling AI an industrial revolution. Why does Gen Z hate AI so much?
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Apple’s App Store could soon become the ‘agent store’ for AI apps, report claimsA report claims Apple is working to welcome AI agents to its App Store as it attempts to embrace the future.
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Microsoft's Copilot can now peek into open tabs in Edge — if you let the AIMicrosoft has ditched Copilot Mode from Edge — but if you're cheering that move, you won't like what's replaced it.
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I used Dale Carnegie’s people skills on ChatGPT and it became more helpfulTreating ChatGPT less like Google and more like a colleague completely changed the quality of its responses.
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Hacks season 5 episode 6 has the perfect response to Demi Moore's Cannes AI commentsSocial media might be up in arms over Demi Moore's AI comments at Cannes Film Festival, but it's also found the perfect response in Hacks season 5 episode 6.
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Apple
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Apple’s App Store could soon become the ‘agent store’ for AI apps, report claimsA report claims Apple is working to welcome AI agents to its App Store as it attempts to embrace the future.
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iOS 26.5 updates unlocks Apple Watch and AirPod features for third-partiesApple is finally bringing Apple Watch and AirPod features to third-party wearables.
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iOS 27 may get ‘fully customizable’ iPhone apps but few Liquid Glass tweaksA new report claims iOS 27 will see big changes to Apple’s iPhone apps, including Liquid Glass adjustments.
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New survey suggests the foldable iPhone Ultra could be a surprise hitAccording to a new survey, 14% of iPhone users say 'new phone concepts' is their biggest reason for upgrading, which bodes well for the fortunes of the iPhone Ultra.
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macOS 26.5 has fixed the Mac mini’s most irritating problemmacOS 26.5 allows users to power on their Mac mini without touching the device.
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Streaming
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Marshals: A Yellowstone Story episode 12 release date and time on Paramount+Kayce has just about survived an entire night on a freezing cold mountain. But now he's back, when does Marshals: A Yellowstone Story episode 12 hit CBS and Paramount+?
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UpdatedHow to watch the Marvel movies in order: chronological and release dateTechRadar's Marvel movies in order guide is the only one you need to fulfil all of your MCU needs.
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Margo's Got Money Troubles season 2 has been confirmed by Apple TV — here's why you shouldn't miss this binge worthy comedy seriesMargo's Got Money Troubles will return for season 2 and it's the best news I've heard all week.
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New poster for Spider-Man 4 draws humorous comments and criticism from Marvel fansMarvel fans are mocking Sony over the release of a fresh Spider-Man: Brand New Day poster.
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Hacks season 5 episode 6 has the perfect response to Demi Moore's Cannes AI commentsSocial media might be up in arms over Demi Moore's AI comments at Cannes Film Festival, but it's also found the perfect response in Hacks season 5 episode 6.
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TVs
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Philips has a new cheaper HDMI sync box for immersive TV — but it's not HueThe new Philips Smart Lighting sync box works with your TV to mirror the on-screen colors in your smart lights, and it's a lot less than you'd pay for the Hue version.
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Watch the World Cup in 4K glory with the Hisense U7 — now over $500 off this excellent Mini-LED TV at AmazonGrab the Hisense U7SG for just $998.99 at Amazon.
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Denon unveils two new Dolby Atmos AVRs for affordable home theater setups6x HDMI inputs with 4K 120Hz and VRR, Dolby Vision and DTS:X support, dual room correction options — the AVR-X2900H and AVR-X3900H are here for you to build your new system around
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I’m a trained TV calibrator, and here are the best TVs you can buy todayTop OLED and QLED sets to consider, from elite TVs to wallet-friendly options – all tested by us.
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The LG C5 OLED TV delivers 'an excellent picture quality, superb gaming performance, and an intuitive smart TV platform' — and it just dropped to an unbelievable priceThe award-winning LG C5 OLED TV delivers an excellent picture quality and superb gaming performance, and I've just spotted a staggering $1,400 discount on the 65-inch model.
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UpdatedThe best LG TVs, all tested by our reviewersWhich is the best LG TV? We break down the differences in price and performance between all of LG's most current TVs.
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Dua Lipa sues Samsung for $15 million over alleged unauthorized image use on packagingSinger Dua Lipa claims Samsung used her image for its TV boxes without her consent, and is suing the consumer tech giant for $15 million.
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After a year, I still use these AKG headphones every day — here's why I love themI've been these AKG headphones for 12 months now, and they still get daily use.
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Could Xiaomi crack open earbuds' biggest problem in its upcoming pair? I think soXiaomi is teasing its first clip-style earbuds. If the company uses its sound leaking tech from its past open-ears, these could be gems.
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The best wireless headphones, chosen by our experts for all budgetsThese 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 expertsLooking for the best-sounding headphones? These are the cans you need to get more from your music.
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Spotify Party of the Year(s) launch met with technical issues and user criticismSpotify crashed and users couldn't access its new Party of the Year(s) feature, but they were still left underwhelmed with it anyway.
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JBL Go 5 review: the best tiny Bluetooth speakerThe JBL Go 5 is an excellent small-sized speaker that improves on just about everything that we loved about its predecessor.
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Spotify is back online after a major outage that impacted thousands of usersSpotify experienced major problems for several hours on May 12, 2026. Here's everything we know.
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Health & Fitness
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iOS 26.5 updates unlocks Apple Watch and AirPod features for third-partiesApple is finally bringing Apple Watch and AirPod features to third-party wearables.
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Amazfit’s new running watch is ‘a specialized instrument for trail runners’Amazfit has launched the Cheetah 2 Ultra, a new ultra-running watch for off-road enthusiasts.
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Google Fitbit Air vs Whoop: Should you get Fitbit's new screenless tracker?Should you buy Fitbit's new tracker or opt for a Whoop band, which offers fantastic metrics but is wholly reliant on a more premium subscription?
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Cameras
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Insta360 reveals one of the wackiest camera kits for 2026: the Go 3S RetroInsta360 has launched its popular thumb-sized 4K action camera in a 'Retro' kit, which ditches the action pod for an optical viewfinder dock and Polaroid-like aesthetic
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Canon EOS R6 V vs EOS R6 III and EOS R50 V: here are 5 things you need to knowCanon beefs up its 'V' series of video-first cameras with the full-frame EOS R6 V — here's how it compares to the EOS R6 III and R50 V
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UpdatedThe best camera for photographyMy guide to the best camera for photography will help you find the right digital camera for you today, whatever your budget.
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Panasonic revives an iconic premium compact camera — meet the charming new Lumix L10With its iconic compact design, versatile Leica zoom lens, plus Panasonic's latest sensor and processor — the Lumix L10 has all the ingredients to be a hit
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Home
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Philips has a new cheaper HDMI sync box for immersive TV — but it's not HueThe new Philips Smart Lighting sync box works with your TV to mirror the on-screen colors in your smart lights, and it's a lot less than you'd pay for the Hue version.
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IKEA's shapeshifting furniture range has solved my small-home storage woesFrom inflatable chairs, to rocking benches, to side tables that snap closed like a suitcase, there are plenty of Easter eggs to discover in the PS 2026 collection.
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Govee's first solar lights are a classy option for outdoor spacesGovee's first solar lighting product is a smart string light designed to be great outdoors
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I delved into the wild world of pet tech to find the 9 best cat-care gadgetsSmart gadgets to take the burden off kitty care while you're out of the house.
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Don't wait for Memorial Day to buy a new TV — shop record-low prices right now, with up to $1,400 off 4K, QLED, and OLED TVsThere's no need to wait for Memorial Day; you can shop impressive TV deals right now, including up to $1,400 off the best-rated 4K, QLED, and OLED TVs.
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Lowe's Memorial Day sale starts now — 45% off patio furniture, appliances, grills, tools, flowers, and moreLowe's Memorial Day sale is officially live, and I'm rounding up the best deals you need for your dream backyard, including up to 45% off patio furniture, grills, flowers, and more.
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Best Buy Memorial Day sale 2026 — appliance sale live now, and everything else you need to knowWe've gathered up everything you need to know about the Best Buy Memorial Day sale in May 2026.
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Best Buy kicks off its Memorial Day sale early with massive savings of up to 45% on appliances — save on Samsung, LG, Whirlpool, Bosch, and moreThis year's Memorial Day sales start now
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Watch the World Cup in 4K glory with the Hisense U7 — now over $500 off this excellent Mini-LED TV at AmazonGrab the Hisense U7SG for just $998.99 at Amazon.
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Microsoft is asking for your help to fix Windows 11This is the clearest sign yet the company is serious about making the 'fix Windows 11 campaign' work.
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Microsoft reveals another way that it's making Windows 11 faster'It's a long-term commitment for fundamentals and quality': Microsoft is working to make Windows 11 faster in multiple ways, including in-depth honing of the interface.
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Microsoft's May update for Windows 11 is here boasting 4 key featuresThis is a useful update from Microsoft with a notable addition which will excite many PC gamers.
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Xbox mode is here, so why isn’t it showing up on your Windows 11 PC?The long-anticipated Xbox mode is finally available on Windows 11, but it's still MIA for multiple users, despite its inclusion in recent updates.
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NYT Connections hints and answers for Friday, May 15 (game #1069)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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Assassin's Creed Hexe leak seemingly reveals the witchy tale's main character, and hints at the return of the series' most beloved assassinThe first alleged look at our new assassin has also been leaked
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One of the most underrated soulslikes of 2025 just arrived on Steam with a huge content updateBlades of Fire has just launched on Steam following an Epic Games Store and console release last year.
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Buying GuideThe 28 best Xbox Series X games to play right nowHere you'll find our picks of the best Xbox Series X games across genres to enjoy current-gen gaming to the fullest.
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Researchers have found a way to combine NAND and DRAM technologiesOld camera tech has been employed to form a 3D hybrid of NAND and DRAM tech using IGZO instead of silicon.
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'Not in my backyard': New Gallup data shows most Americans would rather have a nuclear power plant in their neighborhood than a data centerGallup data illustrates rising opposition to data centers across the US, with barely anyone in favor of new facilities.
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Utah just approved a data center twice the size of Manhattan that will consume more electricity than the entire stateA data center twice the size of Manhattan that will consume around 9GW of power has just been approved in Utah.
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'The second life of drones': Why thousands of UAVs in Ukraine have stopped working, how a team of 'craftsmen' is fixing 24,000 obsolete drones every year, and what it means for the future of the drone industryUkraine is rebuilding obsolete drones after electronic warfare rapidly rendered thousands of freshly delivered UAVs ineffective across frontline combat zones.
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