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Rooster review: this HBO Max series is a great character-driven comedy
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Sennheiser CX 80U review: a brilliant pair of budget-friendly wired earbuds
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Bluesound Pulse Flex review: this spacious speaker's no ace of bass
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UpdatedApple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M5/M5 Pro/M5 Max) review
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Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 Pro review: fantastic sound and design, but not everything's upgraded
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The MacBook Air 13-inch (M5) is still the best ultraportable I've ever used
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iPad Air M4 review: Apple stretches the value proposition even further
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iPhone 17e vs iPhone 17: which should you buy?
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This rugged Android phone has a pop-out action cam that looks a lot like a GoPro
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‘He is a once-in-a-thousand-years kind of person’: Tim Cook explains how the Steve Jobs reality distortion field convinced him to join Apple
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TechRadar dealsThe best Visible Wireless deals and coupon codes for March 2026
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I tested the iPhone 17e, and I'm convinced it's an even better-value iPhone
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We've just got our first full and official look at the OnePlus 15T
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Forget the Samsung Galaxy S26 — the still-great Galaxy S25 is currently $450 off at Mint Mobile
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Laptops & Computing
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NYT Wordle today — answer and my hints for game #1726, Wednesday, March 11
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MacBook Neo has some of Apple’s lowest AppleCare+ fees, but is it worth it?
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Quordle hints and answers for Wednesday, March 11 (game #1507)
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NYT Strands hints and answers for Wednesday, March 11 (game #738)
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Windows 11's new internet speed test is just a simple link to Bing.com
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NYT Strands hints and answers for Tuesday, March 10 (game #737)
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Quordle hints and answers for Tuesday, March 10 (game #1506)
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OpenAI robotics chief resigns over Pentagon AI deal
OpenAI’s robotics leader stepped down after raising concerns that the company’s Pentagon AI deal moved too quickly and lacked sufficient safeguards
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New York bill would ban legal and medical advice from AI chatbots
New York lawmakers are considering a bill that would stop AI chatbots from offering legal or medical advice and allow users to sue companies if the systems cross that line
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Experimental AI goes rogue to mine cryptocurrency
An experimental AI agent tried to mine cryptocurrency during training, shocking researchers.
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Users are flocking to Claude then realizing they can’t use it the same way
Everyone's switching to Claude, but the strict usage limits are a shock. Here's why that might actually be a good thing.
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Sam Altman admits OpenAI still needs to fix these 3 ChatGPT-5.4 weaknesses
Sam Altman says GPT-5.4 is OpenAI’s best conversational model yet, but admits it still has three important weaknesses to fix.
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Apple
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iPhone 17e vs iPhone 17: which should you buy?
The iPhone 17e and iPhone 17 both offer impressive value for money, but they're intended for different types of users.
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MacBook Neo has some of Apple’s lowest AppleCare+ fees, but is it worth it?
The MacBook Neo’s AppleCare+ repair costs are lower than any other Mac.
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The Apple Watch Series 11 just hit a record-low price in Amazon's Spring Sale
You can score one of Apple's most recent wearables for less than $/£300 in Amazon's Spring Sale, and it's even better than Black Friday.
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‘He is a once-in-a-thousand-years kind of person’: Tim Cook explains how the Steve Jobs reality distortion field convinced him to join Apple
Apple CEO Tim Cook opens up about the company's history, DNA, and why he joined despite the company's then-sorry state.
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UpdatedApple MacBook Pro 14-inch (M5/M5 Pro/M5 Max) review
Apple’s MacBook Pro 14-inch (M5) features the latest chip from the Cupertino company, and it's just been super-charged with newer, more powerful, M5 Pro and M5 Max chips.
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Rooster review: this HBO Max series is a great character-driven comedy
Rooster is HBO Max's latest comedy series, where Steve Carell plays an ageing, self-deprecating author trying to reconnect with his daughter.
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Stream the first 5 minutes of Virgin River season 7 episode 1 for free now
Virgin River season 7 drops in full in a few days time, but you can now stream the first 5 minutes of episode 1 for free... though there's a nasty surprise in store.
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UpdatedInvincible season 4: release date, trailer, cast, plot, and what we know about the hit Prime Video show's return
Invincible season 4 comes to Prime Video on March 18 — here's the biggest and latest information you need to be aware of.
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The Pitt season 2 episode 10 release date and time on HBO Max
Dr. Robby has threatened to leave for the millionth time, but will it happen — and when does The Pitt season 2 episode 10 arrive on HBO Max?
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HBO Max is launching a global password-sharing crackdown
HBO Max says its crackdown on account sharing will go global in 2026 — but analysts say the streamer's future is uncertain with the Paramount merger
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I tested three Dolby Atmos soundbars side-by-side — here's the one I'd buy
Three compact Dolby Atmos soundbars, the same five movie scenes — which ones come out on top?
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Hisense's 2026 mid-range mini-LED TV comes in sizes up to 116 inches
Hisense says people want ever-bigger TVs, so it's making big mini-LEDs for 2026
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I tested LG’s most hardcore Dolby Atmos FlexConnect setup, and it's superb
The LG Immersive Quad Suite is one of the most immersive sound systems I’ve ever tested, but I still wouldn’t recommend it to everyone — here’s why.
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Amazon's cheap 4K streaming stick drops to under $20 for the first time
A record-low price for Amazon's new and basic 4K streaming stick
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Here are my 5 most anticipated 4K Blu-rays of March 2026
There are plenty of new and exciting 4K Blu-rays coming in March 2026, but I've picked my personal top 5 I can't wait to test.
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The first Star Wars trilogy is coming to Blu-ray again, but with a catch
'A long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away...' was the last time we got the theatrical cut of Star Wars at home — could that be changing?
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Hot dealsThe cheapest OLED TV deals and sales in March 2026
Your guide to the best OLED TV deals with incredible sales from brands like Sony, LG, and more.
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'It's massive': why the leaked Lenovo tablet with a huge JBL speaker on the back actually makes a lot of sense
Business up front, party in the back
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'Clear and non-fatiguing': HiFiMan's new Wi-Fi headphones are designed for the perfect audiophile experience, if money is no object
Two stunning new open-back headphone options with Wi-Fi
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Sennheiser CX 80U review: a brilliant pair of budget-friendly wired earbuds
I spent two weeks with Sennheiser’s new budget-friendly wired earbuds, and they surpassed my expectations in just about every way.
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Bluesound Pulse Flex review: this spacious speaker's no ace of bass
I loved this wireless speaker’s ace connectivity and sense of space and but have to ask: where’s the bass?
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Samsung Galaxy Buds 4 Pro review: fantastic sound and design, but not everything's upgraded
Samsung's new premium buds sound great, with a range of handy features, and they're pretty good-looking too. That said, they fail to fix key Buds 3 Pro issues.
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The Sony WH-1000XM6 Headphones are 'the best of the XM4 and XM5' — and they've crashed to a record-low price
The Sony WH-1000XM6 Wireless Headphones are some of the best headphones around and they're now back to a record-low price on Amazon.
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12 of the best sleep-hacking gadgets — by a former Sleep Editor
It's Sleep Awareness Week, and that's a good a time as any to sort out your slumber.
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Health & Fitness
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Garmin and Peloton devices now properly sync in both directions
Peloton activities now properly sync to the Garmin app, plugging a gap that has existed for months.
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The Apple Watch Series 11 just hit a record-low price in Amazon's Spring Sale
You can score one of Apple's most recent wearables for less than $/£300 in Amazon's Spring Sale, and it's even better than Black Friday.
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6 cheap accessories to make your Apple Watch more useful
Your Apple Watch is great, but these accessories make it better
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Cameras
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DJI Avata 360 is official — here are 3 reasons I’m psyched for its arrival
After months of rumors, DJI's Avata 360 is official, and we know the hour the 360 degree, 8K drone will land
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This rugged Android phone has a pop-out action cam that looks a lot like a GoPro
The phone has been shown off in prototype form and we're expecting a launch in the middle of 2026.
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Leica or Lumix? The sneaky engraving trend taking over Chinese social media
Chinese social media is awash with images of customized Panasonic Lumix cameras, especially those with Leica branding. I mean, the craze kind of makes sense...
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GoPro Lit Hero Review: a tiny action cam, with 'too many compromises'
The GoPro Lit Hero is one of the smallest action cameras around, but the slimmed-down spec might have required a few too many compromises, even at the affordable price.
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The Philips Café Aromis has 50 drink presets, and a virtual barista built right in
This premium coffee maker can adjust its own internal brew settings to fine-tune your drinks — no barista knowledge or experience necessary.
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15 quirky Ikea lamps to instantly brighten up your space
Everyone's obsessed with Ikea's new donut light, but these alternatives also deserve their chance to shine.
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I'm a certified barista, and these are my top 3 Smeg espresso machines
I test espresso machines for a living, and these three stylish models will bring a touch of Italian chic to your kitchen counter.
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The 3 best smart light bulbs, recommended by a home tech editor
Upgrading to smart lighting costs less than you might expect, whether it's a single room or your whole home.
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Buying guides
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UpdatedThe best tablet 2026
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The best ereader for 2026
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Best wildlife photography camera 2025: top cameras for capturing nature, tested and rated
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The best Kindle in 2026
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UpdatedBest Sony lenses: we've tested top lenses for Sony mirrorless cameras
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UpdatedThe best portable DACs
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A free VPN has shot to second in Australia's iOS App Store rankings after the arrival of age verification — but here's the VPN you should get instead
Australians are turning to VPNs to secure their sensitive data, but not always using the most secure solution
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The Apple Watch Series 11 just hit a record-low price in Amazon's Spring Sale
You can score one of Apple's most recent wearables for less than $/£300 in Amazon's Spring Sale, and it's even better than Black Friday.
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Worried about Australian age verification measures? I've found the cheapest way to secure your personal data for years to come
New legislation is raising eyebrows, but there's some great ways to stay secure
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Here's a record-low price for the Google Pixel Watch 4 — 'a great smart companion' that we scored 4.5 stars
Score the Pixel Watch 4 for an unbeatable $339.99
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The best-selling Hatch Restore 3 can help you survive daylight saving — and it's currently on sale at Amazon
Survive daylight saving time with the best-selling Hatch Restore 3 alarm clock, which can help you go to bed and wake up more easily.
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RAM prices are soaring, but OLED monitors are at an all-time low
The RAM crisis is disrupting prices and availability of PC hardware, but as expected, that doesn't include the now-affordable OLED gaming monitors.
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Sling TV promo codes for Mar 2026
SPONSORED With these Sling TV promo codes you can get discounted memberships and add access to extra channels for free on the streaming service.
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Meta promo codes for Mar 2026 |
SPONSORED These Meta promo codes can help you save money on Meta's virtual & augmented reality headsets and other gaming peripherals.
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SPONSORED These Private Internet Access coupon codes can lower the price of the brand's VPN and antivirus software plan to help protect you online.
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SPONSORED Use these OnePlus coupons to get a better price on mobiles & accessories from the leading Android smartphone retailer.
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Windows 11's new internet speed test is just a simple link to Bing.com
Windows 11's new internet speed test has left people longing for Windows 8 — that's how badly Microsoft has dropped the ball here.
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Windows 11 gets an easy way to access dark mode, and a fix for 'flashbangs'
Annoying white flashes are still hanging around in Windows 11 for some users, but hopefully not for much longer.
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A Samsung exec has teased more details about its forthcoming XR glasses
It looks increasingly likely that we'll see the Samsung XR glasses before the end of the current year.
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Staff are seeing a lot more from our smart glasses than we might want
Meta contractors are seeing a lot more from our smart glasses than we might realize.
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Still choosing between Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen on Nintendo Switch or Switch 2? Here’s something you might not have considered
There's something you may not have considered when choosing between Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen on Nintendo Switch or Switch 2.
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Luigi gets his MAR10 day win with an excellent new Mario Kart Lego set
Luigi gets his MAR10 day win with an excellent new Mario Kart Lego set that puts his brother’s to shame.
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Crimson Desert will have three graphics modes across PlayStation and Xbox, including a performance one that boasts an upscaled 4K resolution at 60fps with ray tracing on PS5 Pro
Pearl Abyss has finally revealed the PC and console specifications for Crimson Desert ahead of the game's launch this month.
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Buying GuideThe best PS5 racing wheels in 2026: serious driving gear from Thrustmaster, Logitech, and more
All the best PS5 racing wheels available for top-tier titles on the platform like F1 25 and Gran Turismo 7.
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Australians are downloading these 3 VPNs right now, we find 1 of them a little concerning
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How to tell if your kids are using a VPN - and should you be worried?
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Google killed its dark web scanner, but NordVPN’s upgraded tool is here to fill the void
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VPNs surge in Australia as mandatory age verification for adult content begins
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Australia 'Swiss cheese-like age verification' may lead to a VPN ban, and digital safety is at risk
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A free VPN has shot to second in Australia's iOS App Store rankings after the arrival of age verification — but here's the VPN you should get instead
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Australia’s age verification rules: Is a VPN ban on the horizon?
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Exclusive'People don’t trust bad AI voices': listeners rated a Chinese startup's synthetic voices higher for trust and realism than those from Microsoft, Google, and Amazon
Listeners rated a Chinese startup's AI voices more realistic and trustworthy than those from Microsoft, Google, and Amazon.
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'AI has reinvented computing and is driving the largest computing infrastructure buildout in history': Nvidia invests $4 billion in photonics firms as it looks to boost its next generation of AI chips
Nvidia commits $4 billion to Lumentum and Coherent, advancing optical interconnects and AI tools for next-generation data centers.
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'The technological innovation anticipated from 6G...will require fundamental protections and mitigations to be considered': Governments look to secure 6G networks — despite them not even really existing yet
Governments launch voluntary 6G security and resilience principles, emphasizing early integration, AI management, supply chain diversification, and industry collaboration.
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'Big tech pays for power — why not broadband?': Hyperscalers signed the rate protection pledge for electricity infrastructure, so should they do it for broadband? An expert chimes in
US broadband households fund networks while high-traffic platforms avoid proportional contributions, with South Korea offering an alternative usage-based model.
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