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I’ll say it – the iPhone 17 was the winner at Apple’s 'Awe Dropping' event, and it’s all thanks to these 3 upgrades
This year's standard iPhone has closed the gap with its Pro siblings, and caught up with its Android rivals in one key area.
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iPhone 17 Pro revealed – price, new design, and everything you need to know
Apple has unveiled the iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max – here's what you need to know about the two new models.
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AirPods Pro 3 vs AirPods Pro 2: here's how Apple's new earbuds compare to the current model
Should you upgrade to AirPods Pro 3 from AirPods Pro 2? Here are the differences.
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I just tried the iPhone 17, and it could be the best standard iPhone in years
We've spent hands-on time with the iPhone 17 – here are our first impressions.
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Apple Watch Series 11 vs Apple Watch Series 10: Is it worth upgrading straight away?
The Apple Watch Series 11 has been announced, but how does Apple's new flagship smartwatch compare to the Apple Watch Series 10?
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Creative Stage Pro review: an affordable soundbar that's equally at home on a TV stand or desktop
It does have a trick or two up its sleeve, but the Creative Stage Pro’s best asset is its low price.
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Razer Blade 14 (2025) review
The Razer Blade 14 (2025) is one of the best thin and light gaming laptops you're going to find today, assuming you can afford its premium price.
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OM System M.Zuiko Digital ED 50-200mm F2.8 IS Pro review: an incredible wildlife and sports zoom
The OM System 50-200mm is the world's first 100-400mm equivalent zoom lens with f/2.8 aperture. Together with a current OM System camera, it's a true wildlife and sports photography master.
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Wayward is the new traumatic Netflix series you won’t be able to switch off, and I’ve lived to tell the tale
Mae Martin's new Netflix series Wayward brings the troubled teen cult lore we've always wanted, and transforms it into unmissable TV.
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Sony LinkBuds Open review: plenty of bass and awesome features, but at quite some cost
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Canon EOS C50 review: the Sony-rivalling compact cinema camera we needed
Canon's smallest cinema camera packs a punch with a 32MP full-frame sensor, 7K Raw internal video recording, open gate, dual-pixel autofocus, plus long record times.
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I spent two weeks with the OnePlus Nord 5, and I can't decide whether it's an upgrade or a downgrade
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Apple was suspiciously quiet about the iPhone Air’s battery life during the 'Awe Dropping' Event – and I can’t stop wondering why
Apple revealed the all-new iPhone Air at the “Awe Dropping” event on September 9, but kept hush about its battery life – the specs sheet looks fine, so why the silence?
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The iPhone Air is being roasted on social media, but they’re the missing the point about thin phones
Apple just debuted the iPhone Air, and if our TikTok comments are anything to go by, people hate it.
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The standard iPhone 17 might just be the best-value iPhone ever – here's why
Apple's new base model might not seem immediately interesting, but it brings upgrades in all the right areas.
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With the iPhone 17 Pro Max, Apple finally has a handset that can compete with Android on pure specs
The iPhone 17 Pro Max has an improved battery and cameras, plus more RAM, which along with its other specs makes this a real rival to Android even on paper.
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The iPhone 17 Pro has one major feature that makes it a must-buy for AI
The iPhone 17 Pro Max might've solved the most annoying issue with its predecessor.
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I'm excited for the iPhone Air, but its name is stranger than it seems – here’s why
It seems like it’s a good year for iPhone hardware, but the iPhone Air has added a strange inconsistency to the lineup.
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9 hidden iPhone 17 features that Apple didn’t mention – and there’s good news and bad
Apple’s Awe Dropping event failed to mention several big changes coming to the iPhone 17 range.
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NYT Wordle today — answer and my hints for game #1545, Thursday, September 11
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Apple says the iPhone Air will offer MacBook Pro performance – but how true is that?
The A19 Pro chip allows the iPhone to offer MacBook Pro levels of performance, Apple says. But is that really the case?
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Smart glasses might soon be everywhere, and based on what I’ve tried that’s no bad thing
At IFA 2025 I had the chance to demo Rokid’s new glasses – creatively labelled the Rokid Glasses. I was impressed.
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macOS Tahoe 26 comes with a big money-saving upgrade for fixing Macs - and it's landing next week
Repair Assistant has been spotted in macOS Tahoe 26, which is great news for fixing a broken Mac at a lower cost.
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“We will not stand by while the EU destroys encryption” – Tuta Mail ready to sue the EU over Chat Control
EU members are voting on the controversial child sexual abuse (CSAM) scanning bill on September 12, with adoption expected as early as October 2025.
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Razer Blade 14 (2025) review
The Razer Blade 14 (2025) is one of the best thin and light gaming laptops you're going to find today, assuming you can afford its premium price.
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NYT Strands hints and answers for Thursday, September 11 (game #557)
Looking for NYT Strands answers and hints? Here's all you need to know to solve today's game, including the spangram.
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Apple was suspiciously quiet about the iPhone Air’s battery life during the 'Awe Dropping' Event – and I can’t stop wondering why
Apple revealed the all-new iPhone Air at the “Awe Dropping” event on September 9, but kept hush about its battery life – the specs sheet looks fine, so why the silence?
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Apple says the iPhone Air will offer MacBook Pro performance – but how true is that?
The A19 Pro chip allows the iPhone to offer MacBook Pro levels of performance, Apple says. But is that really the case?
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The standard iPhone 17 might just be the best-value iPhone ever – here's why
Apple's new base model might not seem immediately interesting, but it brings upgrades in all the right areas.
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5 key features missing from AirPods Pro 3 I'd hoped for (and why they matter)
Apple's third-generation Pro AirPods arrived on September 9, but they're not quite the massive update I'd hoped for after three years.
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With the iPhone 17 Pro Max, Apple finally has a handset that can compete with Android on pure specs
The iPhone 17 Pro Max has an improved battery and cameras, plus more RAM, which along with its other specs makes this a real rival to Android even on paper.
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How much is a Peacock TV subscription? Plans, bundles, current deals and prices compared to Netflix, Prime Video and more
This guide breaks down the price of a Peacock subscription, including how much each of its plans cost, what deals are available and how it compares to rivals.
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Paramount+ cost: subscription plans, current deals and prices compared to Netflix, Prime Video and more
Everything you need to know about how much Paramount+ costs, including the price of each plan and how it holds up against competitors.
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Does Paramount+ have a free trial?
Paramount+ has brought back its best introductory offer that gets you a seven day free trial.
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Netflix drops first explosive trailer for The RIP, but Ben Affleck and Matt Damon fans have got a lengthy wait for the crime thriller's release
The RIP's first teaser has Ben Affleck and Matt Damon asking themselves if they're the good guys in the forthcoming Netflix crime flick.
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Does Peacock have a free trial still?
While the Peacock free trial might be gone, there's still a way to try out the service for free if you know where to look.
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Creative Stage Pro review: an affordable soundbar that's equally at home on a TV stand or desktop
It does have a trick or two up its sleeve, but the Creative Stage Pro’s best asset is its low price.
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LG updates its stance on Dolby Vision 2 for its TVs, saying it's 'evaluating the opportunity'
LG's stance on next-gen HDR is no longer a no, but is not yet a yes.
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Which TV makers will support Dolby Vision 2 next-gen HDR? I asked the big manufacturers, and it's a mixed bag
And here's the deal with upgrading old TVs, too
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I saw Dolby Vision 2 Max's Authentic Motion feature in action, and it's one of the best TV upgrades in years – Dolby experts explain why it's only coming to Max, though
A little motion smoothing when needed, all-natural the rest of the time
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The 7 coolest projectors at IFA 2025
From powerhouse portable 4K models to one of the smallest beamers on the market, here are the 6 coolest projectors we saw at IFA 2025
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Sorry, home theater fans – Dolby Vision 2 HDR isn't confirmed for 4K Blu-ray or projectors yet
Dolby is only talking next-gen HDR for TVs right now
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The 5 coolest TVs at IFA 2025
There was no shortage of cool TVs at IFA 2025. Here are five of the coolest ones we saw at the show.
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'Four years too late': after a 5-year wait for Spotify Lossless, ex subscribers are reacting – and it's not good
Spotify Lossless is on the way, but some users are still waiting for the arrival of features that have been around for years.
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I tried JBL’s ultra-cheap on-ear headphones and I’d happily recommend them – if it wasn't for this one problem
I tested these cheap on-ear headphones from JBL and although they had some strong qualities, I probably won’t be coming back to them.
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5 key features missing from AirPods Pro 3 I'd hoped for (and why they matter)
Apple's third-generation Pro AirPods arrived on September 9, but they're not quite the massive update I'd hoped for after three years.
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I'm a deals expert – here are the best AirPods Pro 3 deals to preorder today
The Apple AirPods Pro 3 are officially available for pre-order, and I'm listing today's best AirPods Pro 3 prices and deals around the web.
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I can’t decide if AirPods Pro 3's new fitness features are the best thing to happen to Apple Watch, or the worst
Are AirPods Pro 3 a new gateway buy for fitness fans, or simply 'good enough' for most people?
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Spotify Lossless is way overdue and very welcome – if you have the hardware to hear it
How does Spotify Lossless compare to rivals, and is it worth having?
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Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones 2nd Gen land, boasting even better ANC, USB-C audio and a much-needed battery bump
Is that person stuck in a purple crystal labyrinth with only cans for comfort – or is it just the 'Midnight Violet' finish?
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My Ringconn Gen 2 has finally got a feature it has needed since launch
Thanks to firmware update 3.11.0 RingConn Gen 2 – and Gen 2 Air – users finally have automatic workout detection.
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Some key Apple Watch Series 11 features are coming to older watches – will yours get the update?
Some of the key health upgrades Apple showed off with the Apple Watch 11 are going to come to other models too.
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Apple's newest budget smartwatch, the Apple Watch SE 3, is available to preorder – here are the best deals
The Apple Watch SE 3 is officially available to preorder – here's how to preorder Apple's newest budget smartwatch and today's best preorder deals.
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Fujifilm unveils its first ever cinema camera – it’s a mighty medium-format model with 8K video and film simulations
The pricey GFX Eterna 55 has the tools to break into a fierce market
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Latest DJI Mini 5 Pro leaks predict price and release date – and if accurate, drone fans should be very pleased with both
The successor to the DJI Mini 4 Pro could be revealed as early as next week, if rumors are accurate, for a surprisingly affordable price.
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The five-star DJI Mic Mini drops at a record-low price on Amazon
The perfect fit for social media and content creators
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Canon revives its trending point-and-shoot compact – but it's a pricier downgrade that belongs in 2016
Canon launches the PowerShot Elph 360 HS A (known as Ixus 285 HS A outside the US), a refresh of a point-and-shoot from 2016 with 20MP stills and 12x optical zoom.
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This new robot mower switches between LiDAR, RTK and cameras to make sure it never gets lost
Mammotion's latest lawnbot can handle shade, poor satellite signal, and yards filled with obstructions.
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The best digital photo frame 2025
We've tested the best digital photo frames you can buy, from simple screens to the smartest displays for your slideshows.
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Google Nest Doorbell leaks suggest launch is imminent – and it’s coming with 3 major upgrades, including Google Gemini
Google is tipped to announce new smart home devices integrated with Gemini on October 1 – here's what we know about the new Nest Doorbell so far.
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Dreame U20 review: the affordable cordless vacuum that tackles pet hair impressively well
It's a basic cordless vacuum cleaner, but the Dreame U20 will clean up after your pets without cleaning out your wallet.
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We list the best ecommerce platforms, helping you find the best solution to get selling online.
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The best digital photo frame 2025
We've tested the best digital photo frames you can buy, from simple screens to the smartest displays for your slideshows.
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Best iPhone 2025
We've tested and ranked the best iPhones, from the supersized iPhone 16 Pro Max to the budget-friendly iPhone 16e.
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Best streaming service 2025: Netflix, Hulu, Apple TV+, Prime Video and more compared
The best TV streaming services compared, from Netflix and HBO Max, to Disney+ and Prime Video.
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The best monitor 2025
I made a list of the best monitors you can find in 2025 - just for you.
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The best free VPN in 2025
With so many scams, only the best free VPNs are worth your time. Find out how PrivadoVPN and Proton VPN's free tiers compare to all the rest, and read our top tips for the best VPN alternatives.
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The best VPN service 2025
We've tested and re-tested every major VPN service to bring you our comprehensive report on the best available options.
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How much is a Peacock TV subscription? Plans, bundles, current deals and prices compared to Netflix, Prime Video and more
This guide breaks down the price of a Peacock subscription, including how much each of its plans cost, what deals are available and how it compares to rivals.
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You can preorder Apple's AirPods Pro 3 for as little as $120 at Best Buy – here's how
Apple's AirPods Pro 3 are officially available to preorder, and Best Buy has an incredible deal, offering up to $130 in savings with an eligible trade-in.
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Paramount+ cost: subscription plans, current deals and prices compared to Netflix, Prime Video and more
Everything you need to know about how much Paramount+ costs, including the price of each plan and how it holds up against competitors.
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The five-star DJI Mic Mini drops at a record-low price on Amazon
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Paramount+ has brought back its best introductory offer that gets you a seven day free trial.
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While the Peacock free trial might be gone, there's still a way to try out the service for free if you know where to look.
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Smart glasses might soon be everywhere, and based on what I’ve tried that’s no bad thing
At IFA 2025 I had the chance to demo Rokid’s new glasses – creatively labelled the Rokid Glasses. I was impressed.
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macOS Tahoe 26 comes with a big money-saving upgrade for fixing Macs - and it's landing next week
Repair Assistant has been spotted in macOS Tahoe 26, which is great news for fixing a broken Mac at a lower cost.
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Windows 11 has a new update – these are the top 5 features, but there's also an annoying drawback
I've picked out my top 5 features in Windows 11's new update – plus a frustrating sting in the tail.
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Microsoft makes major change to Copilot app – and I'm wondering if this is a glimpse of Windows 12's Start menu
Is this the Start menu of the future? The Copilot app seems to be morphing into this key part of the Windows 11 interface.
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Upcoming PS5 exclusives - release schedule for confirmed games
Here's all of the upcoming PS5 exclusives that have officially been confirmed for release in 2025 and beyond!
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Massive Nintendo Direct confirmed this week - here's where and how to watch live
Nintendo has confirmed its next Direct will take place this week.
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The 18 best PS5 exclusives to play in 2025
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Best PS5 games: the 28 top PlayStation 5 titles to play right now
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Now you see me, now you don’t – Mullvad introduces QUIC to disguise WireGuard traffic
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Nepal is the 8th country in 2025 to issue a social media ban – provoking an over 8,000% spike in VPN sign-ups
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X, WhatsApp, YouTube, and other social media platforms go dark in Turkey for 24 hours – and VPN usage spikes
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Surfsharks sent a graffiti artist to Shoreditch to teach you about the absurd simplicity of VPNs
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Cybersecurity as superpower – NordVPN partners with Marvel on a new digital comic
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The best free VPN in 2025
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Windscribe just made its VPN app easier to use and customize – here's what's changed
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This security app deliberately slows down internet speeds to encourage your kids to log off their Snapchat accounts
Firewalla App 1.66 adds fake slowdown parental controls, AI network tools, Suricata detection, and dual-connection tracking for homes and businesses.
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Dynabook just launched a trio of laptops each weighing 849g - and I can't believe that's barely heavier than two cans of Coke
At 849g Dynabook’s new G8, G6, and GS laptops bring Intel Ultra processors, 16GB memory, and 13.3-inch WUXGA displays.
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This portable SSD has a unique anti-theft feature, and you can even track it via Apple's Find My App should it be lost or stolen
TeamGroup’s EXPERT P34F SSD combines Apple’s Find My tracking, compact design, and strong portability to prioritize security alongside everyday performance.
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Ultimaker debuts secure 3D printer range without Wi-Fi, cameras but with hacker-proof firmware and chassis
Secure Line 3D printers sidestep potential vulnerabilities by operating offline with USB-only workflows.
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