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The Ultimate Guide to Apple ArcadeOur definitive guide to the Apple Arcade service with everything that you need to know.
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What is Apple Arcade? Everything you need to know about the gaming service included with your One subscriptionOur ultimate breakdown of everything that you need to know about the Apple Arcade service.
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UpdatedApple Arcade review: worth it in 2026?Apple Arcade has been out for almost seven years. Here’s how it stacks up today.
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What kind of iPhone gamer are you? Find out in our quizFind out what kind of gamer you are, and get some bespoke Apple Arcade game recommendations, with our quiz.
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I played all 279 Apple Arcade games — here are the eight best, from genius quick puzzlers to addictive life simsThe eight best Apple Arcade games right now.
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Apple Arcade is packed with console-quality games, but you'll need a compatible controller to get the best from them. Here are my recommendationsThese are the controllers I've been using to test Apple Arcade throughout the week.
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Apple Arcade is a joyful reminder of when mobile gaming was about fun, not emptying your walletBrowsing Apple Arcade feels like going back in time to the early App Store in the best possible way.
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The compact Ninja Luxe Café Mini takes the guesswork out of tasty coffee -
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Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma review: A Gillian Anderson fan's wildest dream come true -
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Google pulls Nano Banana from Google Earth after one dayGoogle rolled out its AI image editing trickery to Google Earth on the web, but it didn't take long before it was misused.
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As a human D&D Dungeon Master, can I be replaced by ChatGPT or Gemini?I've been a Dungeons & Dragons DM for 12 years — and I'm judging whether ChatGPT or Gemini is the better virtual Dungeon Master.
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ChatGPT and Siri AI tried to get me fit, but I’d only use one of them againChatGPT and Siri AI made AI-powered workout plans for me, and only one was worth keeping.
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5 tips that make ChatGPT Voice more useful5 practical ChatGPT Voice tips to get the most out of every conversation
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A ChatGPT trick for smarter, more balanced answersAsking for more unconventional answers makes ChatGPT a lot more useful.
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ChatGPT and Siri AI tried to get me fit, but I’d only use one of them againChatGPT and Siri AI made AI-powered workout plans for me, and only one was worth keeping.
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I logged 250 miles with Android Auto vs Apple CarPlay — here's the verdictWhich of these competent dashboards deserves to take priority in your vehicle? I put in the miles to find out.
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UpdatedNew movies: the most exciting films coming to theaters in July 2026
New movies will arrive weekly throughout 2026 — these are the biggest ones to keep an eye on.
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'If you can’t buy it, you can’t afford it' — why not everyone is buying Apple's new iPhone leasing offer
Apple Upgrade is Apple's new multi-product-category leasing program that not everyone loves, but there's more to it than endless product subscription.
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Skip the Apple Store: BackMarket's pre-loved MacBooks and iPads can save you up to $400 — perfect for thrifty studentsBackMarket's professionally refurbished Apple products are a great alternative to buying new if you're headed off to college.
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Test your Bob's Burgers knowledge with the hardest quiz of all timeThink you know the best and worst of the Belchers? I'm ready to prove you wrong with my Bob's Burgers quiz that's so difficult, it might just be the hardest of all time.
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How Disney engineers Epcot's Flower & Garden topiariesHow Disney blends technology, fabrication, and horticulture
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Spider-Man: Brand New Day's post-credits scene might not mean what you think it doesYes, Spider-Man 4 has an end credits scene to stick around for — but is it implying what I think it does?
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Inside Story Kitchen, the trail-blazing studio that fought the 'videogame adaptation curse' and wonTechRadar sits down with Story Kitchen's fearless co-founders to discuss their creative approach to videogame adaptations.
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Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma review: A Gillian Anderson fan's wildest dream come true
Thanks to director Jane Schoenbrun at her very best, Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma has changed me for the better... and that begins with Gillian Anderson.
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This backyard Dolby Atmos home music studio is the shed of my dreams, and is used for pro mixingThe shed of my dreams is very very spatial — and it was all done as a DIY project.
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What's the future of 4K Blu-ray and physical movie media? I asked the people behind the techI dug into the future of physical movie collecting with the people behind the technology.
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Disney+ loses 4K and all HDR support in parts of Europe — this is why physical media is on the riseWhat happens when you're paying extra for 4K and HDR and your streaming provider stops providing it?
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Best Buy just slashed up to $1,000 off TCL Mini-LED TVs — here's why these excellent TVs are hard to beat for valueThree discounted TCL TV deals you don't want to miss at Best Buy this week.
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LG C6 vs Sony Bravia 7 II: I tested these TVs side by side, and OLED had better watch its backAs RGB LED takes the fight to OLED in 2026, I compared the LG C6 next to Sony's more affordable RGB TV, the Bravia 7 II.
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I’m a trained TV calibrator, and here are the best TVs you can buy todayTop OLED and QLED sets to consider, from elite TVs to wallet-friendly options – all tested by us.
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I'm sick of privacy worries, so I'm taking my TV off the internet for goodDo I need my TV online? No, I don't — here's how I'm finally pulling the plug on any spying or snooping fears, while still keeping my smart TV updated.
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Former Head of Innovation at Spotify is building interactive 'digital music playgrounds'Mauhan M. Zonoozy was Head of Innovation at Spotify, and now he's taking on the world of music streaming with his own interactive platforms.
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'You can literally fix anything if you watch enough YouTube': I met with tech repair experts and campaigners to learn how to fix my broken gadgets — and why it's so importantIs fixing your tech easy? I spoke to green gadget companies, volunteer repairers and campaigners to understand your right to repair your possessions
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Best earbuds: top buys, all TechRadar-tested and recommendedTechRadar's carefully considered pick of the best earbuds in the business – including one or two new models you might not be familiar with.
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This backyard Dolby Atmos home music studio is the shed of my dreams, and is used for pro mixing
The shed of my dreams is very very spatial — and it was all done as a DIY project.
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New digital display Spine organizes streaming libraries like CD collectionsSpine Music founder Ricardo Amorim is putting his love for albums and CD collecting into a new digital music display.
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I found my 2006 iPod nano during a clearout — and it was an emotive pre-streaming time capsuleFrom iTunes to Spotify: what recovering my iPod nano 2006 during a clearout revealed about how my music listening habits have changed
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The best turntables you can buy: top record players for all budgetsThe best record player is just a few clicks away, whether you're a vinyl veteran or a turntable newbie – and every one is TechRadar tested and approved.
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ChatGPT and Siri AI tried to get me fit, but I’d only use one of them again
ChatGPT and Siri AI made AI-powered workout plans for me, and only one was worth keeping.
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UpdatedThe best Apple Watch bands: The top straps for every model and styleWe round-up the best Apple Watch bands and straps for every size, taste and budget.
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How wearable tech made me obsessed with optimizationSome people struggle to switch off from their wearables, but is there anything brands can do about it?
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Insta360’s latest accessory solves vlogging’s biggest first-person-view headacheInsta360's POV Head Tracker aims to address the headache of filming first-person footage, synchronizing the camera with the user's head movements.
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DJI Osmo Pocket 4P review: twice the vlogging camera, and the one to beat
The Pocket 4P is DJI's first dual-lens compact vlogging camera, adding a 3x telephoto lens to what is otherwise the same product as the polished Pocket 4. It's pricier, but much more versatile.
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'There is a line AI cannot cross’ — Insta360 founder defends controversial 'photography robot' planI asked Insta360 founder and CEO Liu Jingkang for some clarity on his controversial 'photography robot' plans.
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Why I swapped my smartphone for a 2000s-inspired digital cameraThe Lola camera embraces the nostalgia of '00s digital photography, and it's perfect for taking a break from your smartphone camera app.
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I've used the Dyson V15 Detect for two years, and I'd still recommend it over a Shark — here's whyWant to know how Dyson's pricey dust-sucker fares with long-term use? Here's my two-year review.
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The compact Ninja Luxe Café Mini takes the guesswork out of tasty coffeeThis fun-size coffee maker has a steep learning curve, but take the time to hone your barista skills and you'll be rewarded for your efforts.
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Our security expert explains how to protect your home when you're on vacationSunscreen, beach towel... security camera? Make sure your home is properly protected and enjoy peace of mind when you're sipping cocktails on the beach.
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Your daily coffee demands the best quality water — and a filter can make all the differenceI spoke to water-quality experts to find out what I should look for when choosing a water filter to upgrade my coffee-making experience.
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Best Buy just slashed up to $1,000 off TCL Mini-LED TVs — here's why these excellent TVs are hard to beat for value
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Forget the MacBook Neo and Dell XPS 13 — this Samsung Galaxy Book at Sam's Club is fantastic back-to-school laptopLooking for that perfect laptop for work or college? This Samsung Galaxy Book 4 at Sam's Club is a fantastic choice.
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What's stopping robot vacuums from going mainstream? I grilled execs from five of the biggest brands to find outInsights from Roborock, Roomba, Dreame and more.
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This iPhone 17e deal at Total Wireless can get you a device included on the carrier's best plan with Disney+ and Wideband 5G
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I want to ditch Windows 11 for Bazzite, but a few drawbacks are stopping me
Bazzite is almost the perfect Windows 11 replacement for my main gaming PC, but I can't make the jump just yet.
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Are the Xreal xbx a01+ the best budget smart glasses? Pretty much
I spent dozens of hours relaxing in my Xreal xbx smart glasses on my honeymoon.
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Meta Ray-Ban Scriber Optics hands-on: superb 2026 smart glasses
Smart glasses need to get their act together — the Meta Ray-Ban Scriber Optics are my favorite tech of 2026 so far but I’m scared to wear them.
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Someone built a custom player for all 3D movie formats, forwards and back-compatibleAn intrepid Redditor has built a 3D movie player that supports three different generations of 3D, with an eye to the future of TV and projector tech.
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SteelSeries Stratus+ review: a mobile controller that forgets the mobile bitNot much more than a basic PC controller with a phone mount stuck to it
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As a human D&D Dungeon Master, can I be replaced by ChatGPT or Gemini?
I've been a Dungeons & Dragons DM for 12 years — and I'm judging whether ChatGPT or Gemini is the better virtual Dungeon Master.
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NYT Connections hints and answers for Sunday, August 2 (game #1148)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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The Ultimate Guide to Apple ArcadeOur definitive guide to the Apple Arcade service with everything that you need to know.
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US confirms it will leverage Ukraine's expertise in military drones before competing to 'be the world champions'The Pentagon is adopting Ukrainian drone expertise while expanding domestic manufacturing to reduce America's significant production gap and strengthen capabilities.
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Palantir debuts 'war' data center in a container, full of Nvidia's B300 AI accelerators and open-weight modelsPalantir and Armada developed containerized AI data centers using Nvidia B300 accelerators, enabling battlefield processing without continuous cloud connectivity requirements.
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Startup backed by the world's largest battery maker just launched a supercheap mini PC that competes with Nvidia's $5000 AI DGX Spark PCAcrab introduced Agent Box, a compact AI computer claiming powerful local language model performance, lower costs, efficient processing, and autonomous capabilities.
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Could Seagate follow Micron? 90% of its hard drive capacity is going to enterprise, with customers scrambling to secure HDDs in 2029Seagate credits cloud data center demand for strong growth, although future enterprise HDD allocation plans remain undisclosed.
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