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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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Why do so many AI chatbots call themselves Nova?Users and alignment researchers have found that there’s a common name that most chatbots pick, guess which one went for it straight away?
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The latest Google Health update lets you hide the AI CoachUsers have been requesting that the AI Coach wouldn't be quite so forward, and Google has listened.
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I let ChatGPT organize my scattered thoughtsA messy, unfiltered conversation with ChatGPT produced more insightful answers than carefully crafted prompts
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I turned off ChatGPT ads to see what I’d loseChatGPT will let you ditch ads for free, but you'll pay in access.
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AI data center backlash has cost tech firms $130 billion in three months59% of American oppose AI data centers being built in their community — this has cost $130 billion in delays and cancellations.
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UpdatedThe best camera phone 2026After a lot of photo snapping, we've ranked the best camera phones you can get right now
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The privacy myth crumbles: Inside the iCloud+ flaws threatening Apple's most valuable promiseRecently uncovered bugs in Private Relay and Hide My Email have exposed a glaring truth: no single company can act as your sole privacy shield
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UpdatedNew movies: the most exciting films coming to theaters in August 2026New movies will arrive weekly throughout 2026 — these are the biggest ones to keep an eye on.
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iFixit’s Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 teardown shows it has a huge dust weaknessiFixit tore down the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 and discovered the huge damage dust can do to its hinge.
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Apple's MacBook Air supply is worsening, and unsurprisingly RAM is to blameThe RAM crisis isn't getting any better, and Apple's MacBook Air shipment estimates are direct evidence of that.
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Disney’s Millennium Falcon ride can now unlock something in FortniteThis is the first experience that actually behaves as connected
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This wild Prime Video drama is the perfect double bill with Netflix's My Brilliant CareerI'll be locked in for Franchela, though
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X-Men '97 season 3: everything we know so far about the Marvel TV show's return on Disney+X-Men '97 season 3 is coming to Disney+ sometime in 2027 — here's what we know so far about the animated show's return.
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Murder 24/7 on BBC iPlayer is exactly the kind of true crime documentary we should streamThe third season of Murder 24/7 is now available to stream on BBC iPlayer — and it's the best example of true crime education over entertainment that I've ever seen.
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I watched two returning horror franchises and played a creepy indie game in August — and I was surprised by which one let me down the mostAugust saw the return of two franchises as well as the arrival of an indie game demo. But which ones are worth your time?
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Dolby Vision 2 HDR should come to more budget TVs than the original, and will be cheaper to licenseDolby Vision 2 Max replaces Dolby Vision 1, while Dolby Vision 2 is meant for a new breed of budget TV — and Dolby says its the best-value picture upgrade that manufacturers can get.
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Ultimea Poseidon D60 review: Atmos and surround sound on a budget, but not without compromiseThe Ultimea Poseidon D60 is an affordable Dolby Atmos soundbar system, but it doesn’t come without a few trade-offs.
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I saw behind-the-scenes of a 4K movie restoration, from 13K scanners to artistic 'ethical dilemmas'Ever wonder how a film gets to 4K Blu-ray? I visited Silversalt Restoration's studio and saw the magic of film restoration in action.
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Dolby Vision 2 will come to more titles than you might expect, thanks to an automated processDolby Laboratories explain how Dolby Vision content can be upgraded for Dolby Vision 2 without costing streamers a fortune.
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UpdatedThe best 55-inch 4K TVs for all budgets, all tested by our expertsDon't settle for less than the best 55-inch 4K TVs, with great pictures, upscaling, interfaces, and audio all in one brilliant package.
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UpdatedThe best 75-inch TVs, all tested by our big-screen expertsThe best 75-inch TVs offer a true big-screen experience, with a size befitting the greatest films and the most nail-biting sports matches.
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Dolby says Dolby Vision 2 HDR can come to existing 4K Blu-ray players — here's what you need to knowDolby says all Dolby Vision 2 TVs will make regular Dolby Vision look better anyway — which is good, because it seems like we might not get the Blu-ray support we'd want.
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Spotify Senior Director of Product explains why the platform is expanding into fitnessSpotify's Senior Director of Product tells us all about the platform's 'natural extension' into the fitness world.
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Fosi Audio Merak review: a compact and affordable CD player with a fatal flawIf your system needs an affordable compact disc solution (or if you want to hear your CDs in private), the Fosi Audio Merak might just be the answer…
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Meet the Sims-meets-speaker creation that generates its own musicPart Sims-style society, part AI-generated muzak?
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Kanto's new budget-friendly turntable has a few smart features to make it easy for novices to use, and it's lovely and compact tooKanto Audio has unveiled the Obi3 Gen 2, a new affordable turntable that's designed with some entry-level considerations in mind.
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UpdatedThe best Sony headphones for all budgets, as tested by our audio expertsOur pick of the best Sony wireless earbuds and over-ear headphones, however much you're able to spend.
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Google Pixel Buds Pro 2 are getting a free update with 4 new features, announced quietly alongside Pixel 11 phones at the Made By Google event — including a new way to use GeminiThe Pixel Buds Pro 3 are nowhere to be seen, but Google has spent its energy adding some new features to its existing earbuds alongside new handsets
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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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The 10 best Apple Watch faces of 2026 so farDo you prefer analog style, liquid glass or cartoon characters on your watch? These are the 10 best Apple Watch faces of 2026 so far.
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Spotify Senior Director of Product explains why the platform is expanding into fitnessSpotify's Senior Director of Product tells us all about the platform's 'natural extension' into the fitness world.
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The latest Google Health update lets you hide the AI CoachUsers have been requesting that the AI Coach wouldn't be quite so forward, and Google has listened.
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Didn't photograph the 2026 eclipse? Don't stress — simply witnessing it was magical enoughThis week's solar eclipse promised to be a spectacular celestial event. Here's the unusual — and safe — way I viewed it.
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Here's how you can watch and photograph the Perseid meteor shower tonightPhone, camera, or just with your eyes, the Perseid meteor shower is a spectacular celestial show to take in this week, and the conditions are perfect
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9 of the best photos from Europe's 2026 solar eclipseMissed photographing the 2026 solar eclipse? Here are some of my favorite images from the celestial event.
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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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The best 3 milk frothers for perfect lattes without the effortWhether you prefer dairy or plant-based milk, an electric milk frother is your shortcut to perfect cappuccinos and lattes.
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5 alternative uses for your portable fan in between heatwavesDon't toss your fan in a drawer when the temperature eventually starts to drop a little — it can do so much more than just keep you cool.
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3 compact espresso machines that will fit in even the smallest kitchen — without sacrificing flavorI test over a dozen coffee makers every year, and these are the 3 best compact models I recommend for cafe-quality espresso every time.
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I've tested dozens of vacuums – these are the best cheap vacuums I'd recommendNo one wants to spend a fortune on a vacuum – these are the best budget buys we've tested.
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Amazon's throwing in a $100 gift card with the Pixel 11 right now — probably the most boring, yet useful, opening dealIf you're looking to buy an unlocked device upfront, then it's worth checking out Amazon's opening deal on the Pixel 11.
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This tiny, $21 camera is everything you need for an effective home security setup — including 2K footage and night visionDon't miss this Blink Mini 2K deal at Best Buy if you're looking for a cheap and effective home security setup.
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This easy-to-miss code knocks 50% off your plan at Visible Wireless — get unlimited data for as little as $18.75/moDon't skip this if you're tired of paying huge amounts for your plan — Visible Wireless latest deal offers serious value.
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Wait, is this actually a good gaming laptop deal? This Gigabyte A16 features an RTX 5070 and 32GB of RAM for $1,249In terms of bang for the buck, you'll struggle to beat this deal on the Gigabyte A16 these days.
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There's at least 200 hours of Disney X Square Enix RPG magic in the Kingdom Hearts Integrum Masterpiece Collection — and it's now only $30 / £25.50There's a massive 70% off the Kingdom Hearts Integrum Masterpiece Collection on Steam, making this the cheapest and easiest way to play the whole series so far ahead of Kingdom Hearts 4.
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Before you buy the Google Pixel 11, consider this deal on the Samsung Galaxy S26 at Mint MobileOn the fence between the Google Pixel 11 and the Samsung Galaxy S26? This deal at Mint Mobile might just decide it for you.
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Survey underlines how Microsoft keeps pushing Edge on Windows 11 usersUsers report encountering 'challenges' when trying to change their default browser, and being stuck with Edge when they don't want it.
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Windows 11's August update has arrived — here are 3 reasons to download itA speed-boosting feature that was previously for Windows 11 menus only now works with apps too.
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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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Xenoblade Chronicles 2 on the Nintendo Switch 2 is so close to perfectXenoblade Chronicles 2 on the Nintendo Switch 2 should be the perfect way to play the game. It isn't.
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Disney’s Millennium Falcon ride can now unlock something in FortniteThis is the first experience that actually behaves as connected
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I’ve played 1,500 hours of Battlefield — here’s why Battlefield 4 is still the most essential entry in the seriesBattlefield 6 Season 3 is a love letter to the series' roots – I went back to Battlefield 4 to see if it still holds up.
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Exclusive'If we're going to do it half-assed, let's not do it at all' — Secretlab co-founder reveals how a Batman chair changed the brand foreverWe discuss Secretlab’s expansive collab product line with co-founder and head of partnerships, Alaric Choo.
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ExclusiveTouch-sensitive e-skin could soon be commonplace in roboticsUltra-thin, highly sensitive electronic skin could plug this major robotics gap – edge processing could improve latency.
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Photoroom AI photo editor (2026) reviewWith an emphasis on the pro-side of photo editing now, Photoroom is designed for anyone running an online business looking to make product images more enticing.
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Ukraine's new secret drone weapon could be this 25g antenna, capable of transmitting over an incredible rangeUkraine's BlueBird Tech unveils lightweight antenna for drones, monitoring equipment, measurement systems, and ground-based robotic platforms.
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Quote of the day by Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella: "Our industry does not respect tradition – it only respects innovation"When the veteran Microsoft executive first took up his position, he was clear on the company's direction of travel
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