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smart home weekWelcome to TechRadar's Smart Home Week
Find out how technology can help you achieve domestic bliss, and how to choose and use the right devices for your home.
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Smart home weekThis palm-sized Philips Hue gadget has revolutionized my smart lighting setup
Smart lighting just got more accessible with this customizable controller that puts scenes and timed lighting options at your fingertips.
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Smart home weekHow to prepare your lawn for a robot lawn mower for a seamless start
Lawnbots can be a major effort-saver when it comes to yardcare – here's how to get your lawn ready.
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Smart Home WeekI tested the Nanoleaf Solar Garden Lights, and they're a fun way to light up your yard all night
The Nanoleaf Solar Garden Lights are a fun way to light up your yard all night long
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Smart home weekIs that a burglar in your home, or just the dog? Your Ring camera can now tell you instantly
The Ring app can now send AI-generated notifications describing what's happening when your camera detects motion.
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Cambridge Audio Melomania A100 review: these earbuds are even crazier about music – in the best way
In which Cambridge Audio attempts to move the dial on its earbuds lineup from ‘very good’ to ‘truly great’... and succeeds with gusto.
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Sigma 56mm F1.4 DC DN Contemporary review: a portrait master for crop-sensor cameras
It's tiny, lightweight, and ideal for portraiture
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PolarPro Quartzline ND filter review
These brass-framed neutral density filters can slow down shutter speeds for video motion blur, wide-open aperture shooting and multi-second exposure times.
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PocketBook's InkPad Eo improves on the build quality of its forebears – it's a shame this E Ink writing tablet is so frustrating to use
PocketBook’s first Android 11 e-note tablet does a couple of features to commend it, but it needs to do a lot better than the InkPad Eo if it wants to be competitive.
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Ironheart review: Marvel and Ryan Coogler cook up a surprisingly super Disney+ show that bleeds street-level simplicity and magical mayhem
Riri Williams suits up in the final TV show of Marvel's Phase 5 lineup, which is as surprisingly emotional as it is supernaturally stylish.
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Smart home week
This palm-sized Philips Hue gadget has revolutionized my smart lighting setup
Smart lighting just got more accessible with this customizable controller that puts scenes and timed lighting options at your fingertips.
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Smart Home Week
I tested the wireless Nanoleaf Solar Garden Lights, and they're a fun way to light up your yard all night long
The Nanoleaf Solar Garden Lights are a fun way to light up your yard all night long
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Skip the S25 Ultra and get the excellent Samsung Galaxy S25 Plus while it's down to a record-low price
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Plus drops to $799 at Amazon
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The Google Pixel 9 Pro is the 'slowest' flagship you can buy and I can’t stop using it
Maybe you need a super-fast phone, but apparently I don't
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The Fairphone 6 looks like a modular iPhone – and I think that's a very smart move
The newly announced Fairphone 6 is the most conventional-looking Fairphone product yet, but I think that's a good thing.
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Here's an easy way to get $50 with your next Samsung Galaxy phone, plus $1,150 off
Samsung's reservation campaign for the rumored Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Flip 7 is live and it's an easy recommendation.
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Verizon just brought back its best iPhone 16 Pro deal ever – a free device, iPad, and Apple Watch without a trade-in
While you'll still need an unlimited plan, Verizon's current iPhone 16 Pro deal is offering significant value.
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I'm skipping the Apple AirTag 2 wait line and buying a discounted original model instead – here's why you should do the same
The Apple AirTag 2 will reportedly launch later this year, but the now-discounted original models are still worth buying.
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The iPhone 17 Pro’s rumored camera bar looks much better than before in new dummy unit photos
New iPhone 17 Pro dummy unit photos look much better than most previous leaked images.
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Viral philanthropist Simon Squibb has downloaded all his knowledge into an AI chatbot that you can run on your phone, for free!
New mentorship app from serial entrepreneur and viral philanthropist Simon Squibb gives you 24/7 access to an AI version of him you can call anytime you like.
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Are you worried about AI? It's about to get worse as study shows people now speak like ChatGPT
Our conversations are starting to sound suspiciously like AI chatbots, and we might not even realize we are mimicking ChatGPT.
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NYT Wordle today — answer and my hints for game #1468, Thursday, June 26
Looking for Wordle hints? I can help. Plus get the answers to Wordle today and yesterday.
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Google’s new Gemini AI model means your future robot butler will still work even without Wi‑Fi
Google’s latest AI breakthrough means your future robot helper won’t freeze up just because the internet does.
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I’ve been telling you AR glasses will be awesome, and this real-life ad blocker is yet another reason why I'm right
Ever wish your digital ad blocker could work offline too? This in-development AR glasses software could do just that.
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I'm still waiting on the MSI Claw 8 AI+ – and in the meantime, handheld gaming with the Xreal One AR glasses should hold me over
The Xreal One AR glasses have revitalized handheld gaming for me during tests, but it's a tough recommendation at their price and the need for other accessories.
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Quordle hints and answers for Thursday, June 26 (game #1249)
Looking for Quordle clues? We can help. Plus get the answers to Quordle today and past solutions.
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It's a great time to buy Apple's cheapest iPad – and iPadOS 26 is the secret to its value
With new windowed multitasking on the way and a price cut currently, the base model iPad has never been more tempting.
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The iPhone 17 Pro’s rumored camera bar looks much better than before in new dummy unit photos
New iPhone 17 Pro dummy unit photos look much better than most previous leaked images.
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iCloud was down – Here's everything we know about issues with Apple's web apps, Photos, and more
If you can't log in to iCloud.com, you're not alone
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This overlooked iPhone feature helped me level up my Duolingo learning – here's how
Two years into learning Spanish, and the Action button on my iPhone 16 Pro has become crucial to my language learning routine.
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watchOS 26 could help protect your privacy with this secret new Apple Watch setting
A new setting in watchOS 26 could pull a veil over data in your complications until you unlock your Watch.
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UpdatedSquid Game season 3: release date, trailer, cast, plot, and everything else we know about the hit Netflix show's final chapter
Squid Game season 3 will make its Netflix debut on June 27 – here's what you need to know before it's released.
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This hidden Aussie gem on Prime Video has 100% on Rotten Tomatoes, but no one’s talking about it
The Narrow Road to the Deep North's story of finding hope and guilt in a forbidden love affair is a hit with critics.
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Prime Video’s new #1 show is a whodunnit thriller that’s a perfect summer binge watch
If you need a good mystery binge watch, Prime Video has got you covered with its new most-watched show.
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The final trailer for The Fantastic Four: First Steps is here – and I'm growing increasingly concerned about one character's fate in the Marvel movie
Marvel has released one final trailer for The Fantastic Four: First Steps ahead of its July 25 release.
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What is the release date and launch time for Squid Game season 3 on Netflix?
The final season of the most-watched Netflix TV Original is fast-approaching – here's when you can stream it.
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I tested Samsung and Sony’s 2025 QD-OLED TVs side-by-side, and it’s a battle for the ages
Samsung and Sony's top OLED TVs for 2025 both use QD-OLED display panels and anti-reflection screens. I tested them side-by-side to find out how they compare.
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One of the best budget TVs is at a record-low price at Amazon ahead of Prime Day
The Hisense U7N 55-inch Mini-LED 4K TV is a fantastic budget TV and it's even cheaper while it's on sale now at Amazon.
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The Sonos Ray is the ideal budget soundbar for cheap or older TVs – its lack of a key modern feature is actually crucial
Dodge the HDMI limitations of cheap and older TVs with a soundbar that makes optical work seamlessly
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The Chromecast with Google TV is finally getting its long-delayed free update – here's what's new
Guess who's back / back again / Android 14's back / tell a friend
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I chose this portable projector over a TV for my bedroom, and I love it – here are 3 reasons why, but 1 reason it might not be for you
I didn't want a big screen disrupting my decor, so I tried out this pint-sized projector instead.
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I tried the next-gen version of the best budget portable projector, and it’s an amazing all-rounder that should have Samsung worried
The XGIMI MoGo 4 fixes the two flaws we had with its predecessor, and remains affordable
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Amazon's best budget TV drops to an unbelievable price in early Prime Day deal
Our pick for the best budget TV you can buy drops to $569.99 in the early Prime Day sales.
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Nothing Ear (a) have been my top budget earbuds for over a year now: here’s why
I don't want to tell you what to do, but did I consider a 'Forget Prime Day, this is the only earbuds deal you need!' headline? Oh, I absolutely did…
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Cambridge Audio's affordable earbuds deliver lossless and LDAC through Class AB amps
Some of my favorite ANC earbuds are back with a stem design and a serious audio upgrade
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Cambridge Audio Melomania A100 review: these earbuds are even crazier about music – in the best way
In which Cambridge Audio attempts to move the dial on its earbuds lineup from ‘very good’ to ‘truly great’... and succeeds with gusto.
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I review wireless speakers for a living and most succumb to this one major flaw – here's the one that doesn't
With so many wireless speakers chasing the same specific sound profile, far too few are able to produce sound that cater to every genre and setting.
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I tested Sony WH-1000XM6 headphones against their main rivals – here are 3 reasons why they’re the only pair I’d recommend to anyone
I’ve tested the finest wireless headphones money can buy – here’s 3 reasons why the Sony WH-1000XM6 are my big winner.
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Turn any elite wired earbuds into hi-res true wireless buds with this smart add-on – but brace yourself for the price
Make your elite IEMs into true wireless ones with this impressive but expensive adaptor
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JBL just launched its ‘first ever’ open earbuds – and they act like they forgot about Tune Flex
Endurance Zone aren’t JBL’s first open-fit earbuds, but they are the firm's first sports-specific dedicated open-fit set – and I’m sure they’re a better, er… Flex
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Smart home week3 high-tech home health gadgets to boost wellbeing, from home sauna hacks to ambient light
Three smart home devices serving the latest wellness trends – from ambience optimization to intelligent ice baths.
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UpdatedThe best smartwatch 2025
We've reviewed pretty much every smartwatch you can buy: and here's a list of the only watches you should consider.
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watchOS 26 could help protect your privacy with this secret new Apple Watch setting
A new setting in watchOS 26 could pull a veil over data in your complications until you unlock your Watch.
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Canon and Nikon camera prices jump in the US by up to $500 – here are the models most affected
Having warned that tariffs would have an impact on costs, the two imaging giants have begun increasing the prices of some cameras and lenses.
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Sigma 56mm F1.4 DC DN Contemporary review: a portrait master for crop-sensor cameras
It's tiny, lightweight, and ideal for portraiture
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PolarPro Quartzline ND filter review
These brass-framed neutral density filters can slow down shutter speeds for video motion blur, wide-open aperture shooting and multi-second exposure times.
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It's an underwhelming upgrade, but the OM System OM-5 II beats Fujifilm, Canon, and Sony in one big way
Camera prices are sky-rocketing, but the new OM System OM-5 II bucks the trend, even if it's a modest update of the three-year-old OM-5.
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Smart Home WeekShould you buy a smart lock or stick with your keys? Weighing up the pros and cons of connected security
We weigh up the advantages and disadvantages of using a smart lock over a traditional key-based security system.
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Can't decide which Dyson vacuum is right for you? Here are the models I'd recommend for 5 different use cases
Tailored recommendations for big homes, small homes, pets, hard floors, and carpet.
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Amazon is selling this top Dyson fan for its lowest-ever price, and shoppers say it's 'everything I had expected but better'
The Dyson Purifier Cool PC1 is an all-in-one solution for cool, clean air this summer.
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Smart home week
Is that a burglar in your home, or just the dog? Your Ring camera can now tell you instantly – here's how
The Ring app can now send AI-generated notifications describing what's happening when your camera detects motion.
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The best student laptops 2025
We're bringing you all our top tested picks for the best student laptops, from Windows systems to Apple MacBooks and more.
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The best smartwatch 2025
We've reviewed pretty much every smartwatch you can buy: and here's a list of the only watches you should consider.
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UpdatedThe best laptops 2025 tested, reviewed and rated
Our best laptops guide can help you find the perfect device, no matter what your budget is.
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UpdatedThe 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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The best ereader for 2025
We tested several of the best ereaders and e-paper tablets you can get from Kindle, Kobo and more to find the top 9 options across different budgets and categories.
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The 20 best PS4 games in 2025
The best PS4 games give you the best experience on the console and demonstrate why the console was a global multimillion-seller.
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Buying guideThe 16 best FPS games 2025
Our pick of the best FPS games you can play right now on console and PC, including Titanfall 2 and DOOM Eternal.
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Nothing Ear (a) have been my top budget earbuds for over a year now: here’s why
I don't want to tell you what to do, but did I consider a 'Forget Prime Day, this is the only earbuds deal you need!' headline? Oh, I absolutely did…
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Skip the S25 Ultra and get the excellent Samsung Galaxy S25 Plus while it's down to a record-low price
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Plus drops to $799 at Amazon
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I loved the sound of this Turtle Beach PS5 headset – and now it's getting a great discount at Amazon
The Turtle Beach Stealth 700 is one of the best gaming headsets for sheer sound quality – and now you can save big in the US and UK at Amazon.
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Here's an easy way to get $50 with your next Samsung Galaxy phone, plus $1,150 off
Samsung's reservation campaign for the rumored Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Flip 7 is live and it's an easy recommendation.
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I'm a Prime Day expert - here are 31 early deals that are worth buying right now
Amazon has early Prime Day deals that you can shop right now, and as a deals editor for TechRadar, I've rounded up the 31 best offers that I think are worth buying right now.
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Early Prime Day headphone deals are live from $15.99 - here are 7 deals I'd buy from Apple, Sony, and Beats
Early Prime Day deals are available to shop right now, and I'm rounding up the best offers that I'd buy from Sony, Apple, and Beats with prices starting at just $15.99.
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Bose Coupon Codes for June 2025
SPONSORED Add one of these Bose coupon codes to your order to save on speakers, headphones & other audio equipment.
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NordVPN Coupon Codes for June 2025
SPONSORED Use one of our NordVPN coupon codes to save on your subscription to the popular VPN service and keep your details private & secure online.
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OBDeleven promo codes for June 2025
SPONSORED Add one of these OBDeleven promo codes to your order to lower the price of on the onboard diagnostic brand's devices, plans accessories & more.
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Tello Coupon Codes for June 2025
SPONSORED Our Tello coupon codes can help you save on the cost of cell phones, accessories & a range of plans from the mobile carrier.
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Private Internet Access coupon codes for June 2025
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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Asus Coupon Codes for June 2025
SPONSORED These ASUS coupon codes can help you get better prices for the top computing tech including laptops, phones, notebooks & accessories.
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Corsair Discount Codes for June 2025
SPONSORED Add one of these Corsair discount codes to your order for better-priced gaming laptops, PCs, accessories & components.
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Elgato Coupon Codes for June 2025
SPONSORED These Elgato coupon codes can be added to your order to lower the price of the brand's webcams, microphones, ring lights and other tech.
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LastPass Coupons for June 2025
SPONSORED Use our LastPass coupons to save on the price of plans from the password manager software and manage your logins for less.
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Xfinity Residential promo codes for June 2025
SPONSORED Use these Xfinity Residential promo codes to lower the cost of the brand's internet, TV, home phone, and home security plans.
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Viral philanthropist Simon Squibb has downloaded all his knowledge into an AI chatbot that you can run on your phone, for free!
New mentorship app from serial entrepreneur and viral philanthropist Simon Squibb gives you 24/7 access to an AI version of him you can call anytime you like.
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Are you worried about AI? It's about to get worse as study shows people now speak like ChatGPT
Our conversations are starting to sound suspiciously like AI chatbots, and we might not even realize we are mimicking ChatGPT.
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Google’s new Gemini AI model means your future robot butler will still work even without Wi‑Fi
Google’s latest AI breakthrough means your future robot helper won’t freeze up just because the internet does.
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I’ve been telling you AR glasses will be awesome, and this real-life ad blocker is yet another reason why I'm right
Ever wish your digital ad blocker could work offline too? This in-development AR glasses software could do just that.
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Nintendo Switch 2 restocks live: Walmart is in stock for now, plus all the latest updates and UK retailers to check
All the latest on Switch 2 stock, right here
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NYT Connections hints and answers for Thursday, June 26 (game #746)
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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I loved the sound of this Turtle Beach PS5 headset – and now it's getting a great discount at Amazon
The Turtle Beach Stealth 700 is one of the best gaming headsets for sheer sound quality – and now you can save big in the US and UK at Amazon.
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Steam's Summer Sale is on the way – and here are the games I'm expecting major discounts for
Steam's long-awaited Summer Sale is almost here, and I'm expecting this one to feature some strong discounts for blockbuster titles.
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Between them, the TechRadar team have 300 years' experience in tech journalism. Here's why you should trust them.
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Surfshark reaffirms its commitment to user privacy in independent audit
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Exclusive deal: 4 months free with NordVPN's two-year plans, plus up to $50 in Amazon gift vouchers
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Iran is discouraging its people from using free VPNs
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Iran encourages citizens to use a messaging app previously flagged as a state surveillance tool
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VPNs cannot protect against browser fingerprinting – but this new web browser could be the fix
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The best VPN service 2025
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Latest pricingNordVPN price and plans - We've calculated all the costs for a Nord subscription in 2025
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Avast launches another free scam protection tool, but this one is powered by AI - here's what it offers
Avast Scam Guardian is a free AI detection tool aimed at protecting online shoppers and crypto users.
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Cooling data centers is a multi-billion dollar problem - now researchers want to use a common cooling mechanism found in animals to solve it
Fiber membrane tech inspired by sweating could help data centers cut energy use by improving heat management systems.
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Forgot your smartphone? No problem - here's the first smart glasses that can pay for your coffee
Alipay+ and Meizu unveil world’s first smart glasses e-wallet payment.
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This Intel Core i7 motherboard is probably the world's most powerful SBC - and yet it is as small as the Raspberry Pi 5
AAEON’s de next-RAP8 is a compact, high-powered SBC designed for robotics and AI, but its modular setup limits everyday business or creative use.
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