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NYT Wordle today — answer and my hints for game #1789, Wednesday, May 132522 Comments -
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Android Show 2026 as it happened — all the big news on Android 17, Googlebook, and Gemini Intelligence
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HP's huge Memorial Day sale is live — here are our 6 favorite laptop deals today
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The 'backwards calendar' ChatGPT prompt changed how I plan my weekInstead of starting with endless to-do lists, this AI prompt begins with outcomes — and it made my schedule feel strangely achievable.
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iOS 27 leak reveals Siri 2.0 with Dynamic Island integration and new chat interface
Siri's iOS 27 overhaul has just been leaked in more detail, and there's a lot more to it than just a chat app.
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I used NotebookLM to organize my lifeI tested Google’s NotebookLM as a life organization tool and found it surprisingly useful
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Claude is telling users to sleep when they talk late at nightClaude is urging users to log off and sleep during late-night conversations.
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Gemini on Google Home just got faster for key tasks and more useful overallThe Google Home app has been updated with significantly faster Gemini performance when you're using voice commands or asking questions
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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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iOS 26.5 brings cross-platform encrypted RCS messaging, but there’s catch
End-to-end encryption is coming to RCS messages, Apple and Google have announced.
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Forget the Air, the MacBook Pro 14 is $300 off right nowThe latest MacBook Pro 14 has several record-low price cuts this week — enough to tempt you into upgrading from the Air.
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Apple is allegedly shelving plans to add Touch ID to Apple WatchesApple is allegedly shelving plans to add Touch ID to Apple Watches — instead, they're focusing on something much more important, according to leaks
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9 laptops and tablets that make the perfect high school graduation giftTop tech to set them up for college success — all tried and tested by TechRadar experts.
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Prime Video launches Off Campus episodes and Every Year After trailer at the same timeAll eight episodes of steamy teen drama Off Campus are now streaming on Prime Video. But did you spot the platform's emotional promo for your next heartbreaking binge?
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Marvel announces October 2026 launch date for VisionQuest on Disney+Marvel has revealed when its Paul Bettany-starring VisionQuest TV show will make its Disney+ debut.
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Fallout season 3 just added a major Westworld star to the cast — here's everything we know about the exciting new addition to the hit Prime Video seriesFallout season 3 has brought on an exciting new addition to the cast, but we don't know anything about their role.
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The Punisher: One Last Kill ending explained — does it set up anything about Spider-Man 4?You've got questions about The Punisher's Disney+ Special — and I'm here to answer them.
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Hacks season 5 episode 8 release date and time on HBO MaxBeing delulu over Deborah and Ava's fake romance is so last week. But when does Hacks season 5 episode 8 drop on HBO Max?
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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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Samsung is pulling back from next-gen micro-LED TV techMicro-LED TV looks amazing, but it's seriously expensive – so much so that Samsung appears to be scaling back its plans
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This Hisense TV is my affordable TV pick for the World CupA mini-LED TV can provide a real upgrade to your World Cup, and thankfully, one of my top picks is on an awesome deal right now.
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Samsung has a massive TV sale ahead of Memorial Day — up to $1,500 off top-rated 4K, QLED, and OLED TVsSamsung is clearing out its TVs ahead of Memorial Day with a massive sale and record-low prices on top-rated 4K, QLED, and OLED TVs.
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LG C6 vs LG G5: which is the better value OLED?With the LG C6's launch imminent, is it better value than last year's flagship G5? I tested the two side-by-side to find out
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Here are my top 4 Dolby Atmos soundbars to level up your World Cup viewingComplete your World Cup experience with an audio upgrade with a new soundbar: here are my four current picks.
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TCL QM8L review: stunningly bright with amazing color range
The TCL QM8L Series is an impressive TV in person with Google Gemini-powered hands-free control and a bright screen. Cinephiles might take issue with its less-than-accurate colors.
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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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JBL just refreshed its touchscreen-equipped earbud line with better sound, ANC, and call quality — here’s everything you need to knowJBL is refreshing its touchscreen-equipped earbuds with the new JBL Live 4 series.
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Spotify Launches 'Spotify 20' Personalized Listening History ExperienceYour Party of the Year(s) is Spotify's latest experience that takes you on a nostalgic trip back in time over your music history.
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Sony's new headphones leak again in very official-looking and clear rendersWe've been reporting on Sony's The Collexion headphones, and this is the clearest look at them so far.
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Apple quietly released the all-new AirPods Max 2 last month — and you can already score a rare $40 discount at AmazonThe all-new AirPods Max 2 were just released last month, and Amazon already has an impressive $40 discount on the luxurious over-ear headphones.
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The RingConn Gen 3 smart ring boasts a feature that even the Oura Ring 4 and the Samsung Galaxy Ring don't haveThe RingConn Gen3 is now available to pre-order, and it's looking like a good subscription-free alternative to Oura — even plugging some gaps in its feature set.
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Garmin reveals its Garmin Forerunner 70 and Garmin Forerunner 170 'easy-to-use' running watchesGarmin is upgrading its most affordable running watches — after Sebastian Sawe used a Forerunner 55 to make running history.
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Apple is allegedly shelving plans to add Touch ID to Apple Watches
Apple is allegedly shelving plans to add Touch ID to Apple Watches — instead, they're focusing on something much more important, according to leaks
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The DJI Mini 3 is 'an entry-level DJI drone with a strong set of video features' — it's now back to a record-low price on AmazonFly more for less – this DJI Mini 3 bundle has been slashed to its lowest-ever price of $499 at Amazon.
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Buying guideI've reviewed camera bags for 15 years – here are my current favoritesThe best camera bags and backpacks for photography, based on in-depth testing.
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US government will allow DJI drone updates until 2029 — ban appeal underwayThe US government’s DJI drone ban still makes no sense — but there’s 3 pieces of good news for fans in this messy situation.
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More Insta360 Luna Ultra images leak — revealing a clever new featureIt looks as though the upcoming vlogging camera from Insta360 will offer a detachable remote control unit.
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Gemini on Google Home just got faster for key tasks and more useful overall
The Google Home app has been updated with significantly faster Gemini performance when you're using voice commands or asking questions
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The best hair dryer 2026We've reviewed the best hair dryers and latest blow dryers from Dyson, GHD and Shark to help you care for your hair. Here are our top picks.
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What's new at Lego for June: 16 fresh sets to swoon overThis summer is bringing with it more brick-based brilliance.
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The best foldable phones: tablet-style and flip foldables from Samsung, Google, Motorola and more
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Memorial Day laptop sales 2026: this week's best early deals, plus what to expect later this month
This year's Memorial Day laptop sales are already starting at leading retailers - we're rounding up all the best deals in one place right here.
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HP's huge Memorial Day sale is live — here are our 6 favorite laptop deals today
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It’s not the fastest but NordVPN is my top choice for streaming soccer on Peacock TV – best of all, it’s still on saleDon't forget to look at latency when you're choosing a VPN for streaming or gaming – speed is nothing without consistency.
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Amazon's Memorial Day favorites are already on sale — 50% off Bissell, Apple, Dyson, Ninja, and moreWhile we wait for Memorial Day, Amazon already has its best-sellers on sale, with up to 50% off top brands like Bissell, Apple, Dyson, Ninja, and more.
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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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Microsoft insists CPU trick to boost Windows 11 performance isn't a fudgeMicrosoft defends CPU trick to boost Windows 11 performance after critics label it a fudged fix.
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Flash sale alert! Secure 20% off 3ds Max, Maya, and more for a limited time
Save up to 25% off on select Autodesk software - ends May 15
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Microsoft has improved PowerToys and I'm very impressed with the new toolsPower Display is a smart add-on that's arrived in the PowerToys suite of utilities, accompanied by another equally useful tool.
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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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Scuf just launched an officially licensed PS5 controller with loads of extra buttons and a wealth of high-end featuresScuf has revealed a new PlayStation controller: the Omega.
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NYT Connections hints and answers for Wednesday, May 13 (game #1067)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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Battlefield 6 developer says the team is '100% dedicated' and 'delivering extremely compelling new content' every seasonWe speak with a Battlefield 6 developer about the state of the game ahead of the Season 3 launch.
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From essential security tools to restricted circumvention software: The EU signals that VPNs are the next target following the release of its age verification app23 Comments -
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Travelling back from Asia? Surfshark warns against the silent data collection of the most popular local travel apps
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Anthropic reveals a host of new legal tools for Claude, including 12 new pluginsAnthropic is adding new connectors and plugins to Claude to give it legal superpowers, and they're even available in Cowork.
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Škoda warns customers their data may have been breached following online shop hitA vulnerability in the ecommerce software allowed unauthenticated access and Škoda data compromise.
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Researchers use AI to break the rules of nature and create a living organism with barely any amino acidsScientists just made the first ever observed organism with fewer than 20 amino acids in its make-up, and it was made possible by AI.
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Researchers turned an earthquake detection method into an accidental spy toolWith minimal cable access, commercially available tools and AI, attackers can technically listen in to your conversations via your fiber optic cables.
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