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Google Pixel 11 & Pixel 11 Pro preorders are officially live — here's where to get your device with the best dealsTempted by one of the new Google Pixel 11 devices? I'm rounding up all the best preorder deals in one place right here.
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I tried the new Pixel 11 range, and Google's made loads of improvements, with a surprising 'HiLight'I’ve spent time with Google’s new Pixel 11, Pixel 11 Pro, and Pixel 11 Pro XL to see how the trio stacks up, from the refined designs and standout colors to the new Tensor G6 chip, upgraded cameras, and Pro-exclusive HiLight feature.
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The Pixel Tag is here — but Google needs to fix these 5 Find Hub issuesA new Bluetooth tracker isn't as exciting if the tracking network that it's part of needs improving.
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I test smartwatches for a job, and the Google Pixel Watch 5 beats Apple and Samsung in 5 key waysGoogle Pixel Watch 5 launches, and it's packing five core features to help it rise above the Apple Watch Series 11 and Samsung Galaxy Watch 9.
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I spent a couple of hours with the new Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold — it’s not a reinvention, but a nudge toward perfectionThe Pixel 11 Pro Fold gets a refined design, upgraded components, and a fascinating new HiLights hardware feature, while remaining true to its flexible, Gemini-centric roots.
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I'm on the hunt for the best Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold preorder deals — huge trade-in discounts and free Pixel Watch offers -
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Google Pixel 11 & Pixel 11 Pro preorders are officially live — here's where to get your device with the best deals -
The Pixel Tag is here — but Google needs to fix these 5 Find Hub issues
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I spent a couple of hours with the new Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold — it’s not a reinvention, but a nudge toward perfection
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I tried the new Pixel 11 range, and Google's made improvements all over, with a surprising 'HiLight'
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I compared the iPhone Ultra's rumored screen sizes to the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
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ChatGPT's new Side Chat features enhance browsing in ChromeChatGPT's new Side Chat features bring the AI directly into the pages you're already browsing.
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Google Health has left Fitbit users incensed at its workout hallucinationsFitbit users say Google Health’s AI is hallucinating non-existent workouts and imagining fake exercise numbers.
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Claude will now hide an invisible watermark inside ordinary wordsAnthropic has announced that new Claude models will hide an invisible watermark inside any generated text — here’s how that’s even possible, and how OpenAI and Google might have to follow suit.
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Made by Google 2026: how to watch and what to expect
The next Made by Google event kicks off soon and we're likely to see new Pixel phones and watches among other things. Here's how to tune in.
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Spotify to label AI-generated artists with new AI Persona tagsSpotify's new AI Persona tags distinguish AI-generated artists from real humans, and the platform is excluding these artists from your recommendations.
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15 of the best laptop deals in the US and the UK — I've found the best offers from Amazon, Best Buy, Currys, Argos, and more
I've rounded up 15 of the best laptop deals that are available now in the US and the UK, including devices from Apple, Samsung, Lenovo, Acer, and more.
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I compared the iPhone Ultra's rumored screen sizes to the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
The iPhone Ultra looks set to have very similar size screens to the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8, but there could still be some notable differences.
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Wearables are making us anxious — Here’s what we can do about itWearables are designed to create healthy habits, but what happens when they end up reinforcing unhealthy behavior?
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20 years after its flashy launch, what happened to the Mac Pro?The Mac Pro would be 20 today if it hadn’t been discontinued. Here’s why Apple ditched its most powerful Mac.
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Microsoft stops recommending 32GB, as Apple reportedly struggles to get RAM32GB is the 'no-worries zone'? Not anymore as Microsoft backtracks on past RAM recommendations, while Apple's seemingly having troubles of its own.
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Lioness season 3 has a LGBT+ representation problem — even with Taylor Sheridan's writingIt's widely known that Taylor Sheridan is adept at writing incredible female characters. But if Lioness season 3 episode 2 is anything to go by, its LGBT+ women are being let down in one key way.
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X-Men '97 season 2 ending explained: is [spoiler] really dead in the Marvel TV show?The final episode of X-Men '97 season 2 has arrived on Disney+ — here's what happens and how events set up its next chapter.
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Lioness season 3 episode 3 release date and time on Paramount+Joe's work and family lives have been blurred in near-fatal fashion, but when does Lioness season 3 episode 3 land on Paramount+?
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The Shards is now streaming on Hulu and Disney+, but when can you watch the next episode?The Shards is now streaming on Hulu and Disney+, but when can you watch the next episode?
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Reacher season 4 review: not as bad as season 2, but far from brilliant
Reacher season 4 takes its punchbag action back to the big cities — but this time, for political espionage. Does it work? Not completely, but you'll still have a good time watching.
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UpdatedThe best soundbars for all budgetsFrom budget-friendly bars to Dolby Atmos wonders, the best soundbars make it easy to get a serious TV audio upgrade.
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This massive Samsung 85-inch Micro RGB TV just got a huge $1,200 price cut on Best BuyBest Buy has just dropped the biggest discount yet on the modern Samsung Micro RGB TVs, including a massive $1,200 off the 85-inch R85H.
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The best cheap soundbars, all tested by our expertsWe’ve reviewed the best budget soundbars, from affordable Dolby Atmos models to super-cheap and simple sound upgrades, and here are our top picks.
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'It's not an OLED-killer yet': I tested Hisense’s affordable RGB TV, and while I like its picture quality and performance, it surprisingly falls short in the area I had the highest hopes for
The Hisense UR8 is one of the first affordable RGB mini-LED models available, but while it improves over mini-LED in a few ways, it struggles to impress in one key area.
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The LG C6 'sets the bar for mid-range OLED TVs' — and it's now dropped to a record-low priceThe LG C6 is currently our pick for the best OLED TV you can buy — it's now on sale for a record-low price after a massive $900 discount.
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All the new 4K Blu-Rays I'm most looking forward to trying this AugustAs TechRadar's 4K Blu-ray tester, I've picked new titles from August 2026 that I'm keen to try out as part of the Blu-ray Bounty.
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I tried a wild soundbar with moving 'kinetic fins' and it's one of the most impressive I've seenI tried Dynaudio’s huge soundbar with moving wooden fins, and was wowed by its immense power and scale.
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Sonos sees your AirPods Max 2 and raises you an Ace ‘Ultra’, and the much-rumored second-generation headphones sound extremeThe Sonos Ace Ultra have been rumored and spotted in filings multiple times. So how soon can we expect them — and will they join the multi-room ecosystem?
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Samsung is 'borrowing' another AirPods feature — but it's a worthy oneWatch out AirPods Pro, Samsung Galaxy Buds’ hearing aid tech just gained official US approval and should arrive in two Pro models by the end of 2026
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UpdatedThe best Bluetooth speakers you can buy, all tested by our expertsLooking for the best Bluetooth speaker money can buy? Here are the top portable speakers on the market right now, all TechRadar tested.
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The best Beats headphones for all budgets, tested and recommended by our reviewersFrom wireless over-ear headphones to workout earbuds: there's a pair of the best Beats headphones to suit everyone.
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Spotify to label AI-generated artists with new AI Persona tags
Spotify's new AI Persona tags distinguish AI-generated artists from real humans, and the platform is excluding these artists from your recommendations.
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Beats teased new headphones then ghosted us — but now, Reddit sleuths think they’ve worked out when the new cans will landIt's been two months since we saw the new Beats headphones teased and the brand has since been silent, but Reddit sleuths have bad news as to when the cans could come.
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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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UpdatedThe best electric bikes: Performance for sport and commutes alikeFind the best electric bike for you, whatever your budget, experience level or terrain, we've got you covered.
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Google Health has left Fitbit users incensed at its workout hallucinations
Fitbit users say Google Health’s AI is hallucinating non-existent workouts and imagining fake exercise numbers.
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I test smartwatches for a job, and the Google Pixel Watch 5 beats Apple and Samsung in 5 key ways
Google Pixel Watch 5 launches, and it's packing five core features to help it rise above the Apple Watch Series 11 and Samsung Galaxy Watch 9.
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Insta360 X6 vs X5: I tested both 360 cameras and found the 5 upgrades that actually matterThe Insta360 X6 beats the X5 in five head-to-head tests, but the gap isn't as wide as the spec sheet suggests — here's what's actually worth paying more for
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Insta360 X6 review: the new 360 camera to beat, but the price is steepInsta360's new flagship pairs larger sensors with class-leading image quality in any light, plus useful pro-level video tools.
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Where, when and how to photograph the solar eclipse on August 12A solar eclipse takes place on August 12 and can be seen in its totality in parts of Europe and in part as far afield as northern North America.
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UpdatedThe best film cameras — old and new, based on in-depth testingLooking to rediscover the joys of analog photography? These are the best film cameras you can buy today, old and new.
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Shark's innovative new BlastBoss air blower that works for both indoor and outdoors just got its first ever price cutThe Shark BlastBoss air blower covers everything from a dusty keyboard to a leaf-strewn patio — and it's on sale right now at Sam's Club.
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KitchenAid KF2 review: a must-consider for coffee novices
If you don’t need all the bells and whistles of an extensive drinks menu, the KitchenAid KF2 will be an invaluable addition to your kitchen.
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UpdatedThe best food processors 2026: 6 tried and tested machines for easier food prepWe've tested the best food processors for every kind of cook, whether you need a compact model for quick prep or a powerful all-rounder for more demanding jobs.
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Dyson's latest vac is designed for those who hate emptying vacuum cleaner bins
Dyson v10 Konical + Auto-empty Dok review: interesting concept that doesn't quite sit comfortably in the home.
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I'm on the hunt for the best Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold preorder deals — huge trade-in discounts and free Pixel Watch offersWhere to buy Google's latest foldable for the best price
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The best VPN deals this August – get the lowest price possibleFind all the latest VPN deals from some of the best VPN providers around. We've found the best offers, so you don't have to.
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VPN deal of the week: Prep for campus with $14 off ExpressVPN and 4 bonus monthsExpressVPN's 'Back to Campus' deals have landed, giving you the perfect excuse to secure yourself online for less before you head back to college.
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The best back-to-school sales 2026: TechRadar's recommendations for laptops, headphones, essentials, and moreLooking for some essentials before you head off to school, college, or university? Here's what we'd buy if we were students this month.
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Someone ported Word from 1990 so it runs natively in Windows 11Think Windows 11's Notepad is too bloated these days? Someone got an ancient version of Word running natively in Windows 11.
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Microsoft has reportedly hiked the price of a Windows 11 licenseWhat RAM crisis? Microsoft reportedly hikes cost of Windows 11 for computer makers, rubbing software salt into PC pricing wounds.
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Windows 11's Weather app comes under fire for using too much RAMWorried about the RAM crisis? Microsoft isn't, if Windows 11's Weather app is anything to go by.
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Microsoft sabotages its fix Windows 11 drive with a nasty OneDrive misfireMicrosoft needs to sort out Windows Update — we don't want random OneDrive apps shoved onto our PCs without asking.
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The Xbox Elite Series 3 seems to have leaked — and, in a twist no one expected, might have a built-in screenThe Xbox Elite Series 3 controller might have leaked... Again.
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NYT Connections hints and answers for Wednesday, August 12 (game #1158)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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Capturing the 'primal energy of Wolverine' in a new look, Sony is going all-in on Marvel’s Wolverine with a new PS5 collection that includes covers, a DualSense, and a limited-edition consoleIconic yellow with some clawmarks
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GTA 6 leverages the PS5's ultra-high-speed SSD for 'near-instant load times', but fans reckon Rockstar has been quietly revealing the game's loading screens for monthsGrand Theft Auto 6 fans think Rockstar Games has been slowly revealing the game's loading screens for months.
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Meet Snowflake Volunteer: Tor's Android app that lets you help people bypass censorship
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V-Color Manta XSky 32GB DDR5-6000 gets a welcome discountDDR5 prices remain outrageous, but this V-Color Manta XSky RAM deal offers some welcome relief.
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Anycubic Photon P1 gets a price cut — and it's our top 14K resin 3D printerPerfect for miniatures, the 4.5-star Anycubic Photon P1 combines 14K precision, automatic leveling, AI monitoring, and high-viscosity resin support.
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The ultra-light Asus Zenbook A14 is $300 off with class-leading battery life that's ideal for back-to-school students and business professionalsThere's a lot we like about this ultra-thin laptop for back to school and business use, from the 14in 2K OLED display to its impressive all-day battery life.
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Expand your home server for less — WD Red Plus 2TB NAS drive falls to $155 at NeweggWestern Digital's internal hard drive hits 5400 RPM, CMR, 64MB cache, SATA 6Gb/s, and it's built for 24/7 NAS use.
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