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Google to host 'The Android Show' on May 12 ahead of I/O -
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iPhone 17 vs iPhone Air: which should you buy?
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This modder just built the most ludicrous gaming PC I've ever seen -
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NYT Wordle today — answer and my hints for game #1782, Wednesday, May 62473 Comments -
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The best laptop deals in May 20262 Comments -
UpdatedThe best 17-inch laptop 2025
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Elon Musk's as courtroom clash with Sam Altman turns personalElon Musk’s claim that OpenAI wouldn’t exist without him lays bare a deeply personal battle with Sam Altman over credit, control, and the future of the company behind ChatGPT.
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This ChatGPT Images 2.0 trend lets you meet your younger selfThis ChatGPT image prompt can turn two personal photos into a realistic meeting across time
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Musk invokes Terminator fears in OpenAI trialElon Musk’s courtroom battle with OpenAI now has him warning about the future of the Terminator films.
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Want the latest AI news? Here are the biggest stories from the past weekThis week, AI is all about Elon Musk's ongoing feud with OpenAI's CEO Sam Altman.
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Ask Jeeves quietly shuts down after nearly three decadesRemember Ask Jeeves? The original portal for asking questions on the web is now no more.
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The best Apple AirTag sales and deals for May 2026We're rounding up the best Apple AirTag sales so you can find the best online deals for Apple's tracking device.
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The best Apple Watch 10 deals and prices for May 2026Apple Watch 10 deals are officially available, and I'm rounding up the best prices so that you can save on Apple's latest smartwatch.
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iPhone Ultra dummy units just leaked — and they point to a ‘major downgrade’
Dummy units of Apple’s iPhone Ultra folding phone have been leaked in a new YouTube video.
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'I don’t believe we’ll hit AGI' — Steve Wozniak explains his AI skepticism'I don’t believe we’ll hit AGI' — Steve Wozniak has some major AI skepticism, and a love of the slimmest iPhone.
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5 Dolby Atmos albums to listen to on Apple MusicJust got Apple Music? I think you should stream these Dolby Atmos-supported albums to kick-start your membership.
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Disney+ users report Dolby Atmos issues during peak hoursDisney+ subscribers have spotted changes in Dolby Atmos availability based on the time of day, believing its due to peak streaming times.
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Netflix Clips is somehow both underpowered and addictiveWe go hands-on with Netflix's new Clips feature and find it both underpowered and addictive.
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Paramount drops first full Dutton Ranch trailer for Yellowstone spinoffYellowstone spinoff Dutton Ranch has dropped its first full trailer — and while it's set up a John Dutton legacy subplot, it's not the most interesting thing about the first look.
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ExclusiveBeyond Paradise season 4 cast totally game for BBC crime drama crossoverI've been campaigning for all three BBC Paradise crime dramas have a crossover episode for at least a year — and the Beyond Paradise season 4 cast is completely up for it.
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Hacks season 5 episodes 6 and 7 release date and time on HBO MaxI'm still not over last week's epic Amazing Race crossover that ended in hilarious disaster. But when do Hacks season 5 episodes 6 and 7 drop on HBO Max?
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Hot dealsThe cheapest OLED TV deals and sales in May 2026Your guide to the best OLED TV deals with incredible sales from brands like Sony, LG, and more.
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The Steam Machine looks close to launch — and may get full-fat 4K 120Hz tooValve's Steam Machine may be close to launch – and a post-launch firmware update may deliver HDMI 2.1
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Bose launches slick new Dolby Atmos soundbar and speakers to take on SonosBose's Lifestyle Collection features a new flagship soundbar and multi-room compatibility — including with other firms' speakers
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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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Here are the 4 new 4K Blu-rays from May 2026 that I can't wait to testMay 2026 has another big list of 4K Blu-ray releases, so I've picked the top 4 I'm most looking forward to testing.
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8 new 4K Blu-rays from April 2026 to add to your collectionApril has been another great month for 4K Blu-rays, and I'm looking at 8 discs that could make a fine addition to your collection.
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I tried the Samsung S90H OLED TV and it could rival the LG C6The Samsung S90H is the LG C6's rival and while the latter has set a high bar, my first impressions with the S90H suggest it's more than able to reach that bar.
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Bose launches slick new Dolby Atmos soundbar and speakers to take on Sonos
Bose's Lifestyle Collection features a new flagship soundbar and multi-room compatibility — including with other firms' speakers
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Spotify code suggests new bulk download and playback speed featuresSpotify could be solving a big lossless pain point for offline downloads, and playback speed control could be coming to music.
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The best DAB radiosThe best DAB radios combine old-school 'wireless' radio concepts with new digital tech – here are our top picks.
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Get a clear look at Sony's new secret high-end headphones in these photosSony's WH-1000XX The ColleXion has been spotted adorning the ears of Damson Idris, in what appears to me to be an early tease of the super-premium cans
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This beautiful hand-made floor-standing speaker ain't cheap, but I can't take my eyes off it and I haven't even heard it yetThe R 5 Arreté from Audiovector looks incredible, and should sound it too, even though it's far from cheap.
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I tested 12 $10 IKEA speakers against one $120 JBL speaker, because why notI cobbled together a constellation of 12 $10 Ikea speakers to see how they compared to a single $120 JBL one.
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Vocana President Neil Sheehan discusses the platform's independent-only streaming modelVocana is a US indie streaming platform ready to challenge Spotify's payment system and algorithm.
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The best Apple Watch 10 deals and prices for May 2026
Apple Watch 10 deals are officially available, and I'm rounding up the best prices so that you can save on Apple's latest smartwatch.
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Nuance Audio Hearing Glasses review: Despite the name, they lack Nuance
Can smart glasses help you hear better? As a hearing-impaired person, I wore the Nuance Audio high-tech smart specs to find out if they work.
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The Apple Watch's most innovative running feature is one you've probably never usedApple uses GPS and Apple Maps data to implement a cool hidden feature.
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I turned my local beauty spot into an immersive 3D environment — here's howSplatica revealed a hidden talent in my Insta360 X5 camera and Antigravity A1 drone – and you can try it too
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Rumors of Nikon's long-awaited full-frame compact are already dividing fansThe Fujifilm, Sony, Leica and Ricoh alternative we need?
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UpdatedThe best DJI drones in 2026 based on in-depth testingWhich is the best DJI drone for you? Our in-depth guide pulls together all of the finest options based on our in-depth testing.
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UpdatedThe best video cameras, based on in-depth testingLooking for the best video camera? I've ranked all of the finest options you can buy today, based on our team's expert in-depth testing.
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5 outstanding Dyson Airwrap alternatives for less than half the priceThe newest Airwraps are great, but competitor brands have seriously upped their game recently.
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UpdatedThe best coffee maker 2026: espresso and filter made easyCoffee makers you can rely on for consistently great results, whatever your preferred brew style.
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IKEA's Varmblixt lamp is stunning, but its app connectivity needs work
This lamp is guaranteed to grab guests' attention, but if you're new to smart home tech, you may prefer to skip the app and use its remote control instead.
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The Hoover HL2 TurboStyle is an affordable upright vac that really performs
This corded vacuum cleaner is very reasonably priced, and punches well above its weight despite a few quirks.
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UpdatedThe best 17-inch laptop 2025
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UpdatedThe best coffee maker 2026: espresso and filter made easy
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UpdatedThe best DJI drones in 2026 based on in-depth testing
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UpdatedThe best video cameras, based on in-depth testing
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We've tested the best hair stylers on the market – these are our 6 top picks for every budget
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Memorial Day TV sales 2026: when deals start and what offers you can expectMemorial Day TV sales will be here before you know it, so I've created this guide with everything you need to know, including when deals start and what offers you can expect.
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Hot dealsThe cheapest OLED TV deals and sales in May 2026
Your guide to the best OLED TV deals with incredible sales from brands like Sony, LG, and more.
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The best Apple AirTag sales and deals for May 2026We're rounding up the best Apple AirTag sales so you can find the best online deals for Apple's tracking device.
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The best Apple Watch 10 deals and prices for May 2026
Apple Watch 10 deals are officially available, and I'm rounding up the best prices so that you can save on Apple's latest smartwatch.
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The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra falls to a new record-low price at Amazon
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra just hit a new record-low price at Amazon, so now's the time to buy if you're shopping for the best Android phone we've ever tested.
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Amazon’s Mother’s Day Sale is so good, I’m shopping it for myself — here's everything I want from Dyson, Kindle, Apple, and moreAmazon's Mother's Day sale is so good that I'm shopping it myself and rounding up the 12 best gifts from Dyson, Apple, Breville, Fitbit, and more.
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Microsoft tells us why Windows 11 updates might look like they're failing
Microsoft warns that some consumers 'might experience one additional restart during installation' of Windows 11 updates.
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Windows 11 can be a RAM hog so I'm using this tool I've found as a solutionWindows 11 and other applications are using way too much RAM, so I found a temporary solution while Microsoft's project K2 begins.
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Microsoft CEO's comments on Windows 11 fill me with hope, but also fearSatya Nadella talking about consumers in relation to Windows 11 is mostly reassuring, with a notable exception.
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I don't know if Vision Pro is dead, but it is still the most sophisticated, hardware Apple ever builtApple Vision Pro's success may matter less than all the products Apple and John Ternus will build because of it.
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Mouse P.I. for Hire on Nintendo Switch 2 review: a neat boomer shooter let down by poor performanceMouse P.I. for Hire’s gameplay and visuals are like a beautiful vintage cheddar — it's just a shame that the Switch 2 edition grates some performance problems on the top.
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NYT Connections hints and answers for Wednesday, May 6 (game #1060)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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Fallout co-creator says players nowadays are 'handed an opinion from the online channel they’re watching' — 'They find someone they just like, and then that person’s opinion becomes their opinion'Timothy Cain, the co-creator of Fallout and the co-developer of The Outer Worlds, has shared his opinion on online discourse and how some players can't form their own opinion about games anymore.
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The Steam Machine looks close to launch — and may get full-fat 4K 120Hz too
Valve's Steam Machine may be close to launch – and a post-launch firmware update may deliver HDMI 2.1
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NymVPN finally brings split tunneling to Linux, and Android users get a new ad blocker -
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PrivadoVPN's new Terms of Service make its privacy-protecting move from Switzerland to Iceland official -
Surfshark launches native VPN app for Amazon's new Vega OS Fire TV sticks -
NymVPN's new 'Pay as You Go' option ditches accounts and subscriptions for true anonymity -
Amnezia VPN rolls out major bug fixes, a crucial security patch, and new features in latest app update -
Norton VPN enters the AI agent space with 'first truly AI native' VPN for agents
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Chinese scientists develop coal fuel cell with zero emissionsChinese researchers developed a coal fuel cell that generates electricity without combustion while capturing carbon dioxide and potentially achieving significantly higher efficiency levels.
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Ukraine turns a 55-year-old Antonov An-28 into a drone killing machineUkraine repurposes Antonov An-28 into an anti-drone platform using miniguns and interceptor drones, balancing cost efficiency with operational limitations.
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'AI creates jobs': Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang once again says workers have nothing to fearNvidia CEO Jensen Huang says AI is the "United States’ best opportunity to re-industrialize".
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Samsung’s floating data center plan promises faster AI power deployment at seaSamsung and partners propose floating data centers to accelerate AI infrastructure deployment, though execution challenges and offshore risks remain unresolved.
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