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Bridgerton season 4 part 1 review: this is exactly why Violet should be the star of the show
Someone call Sabrina Carpenter — Benedict is the ultimate manchild in Bridgerton season 4 part 1, but keep watching for another surprise romance.
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Alienware 16X Aurora
Portability, style, and adequate 1440p power
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Grado Signature S750 review: crystal clarity and a wide soundstage, but the fit isn't a hit
Grado's new B cushion brings you closer to the music for a superb soundtrack
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ReviewAcer Aspire 16 AI review: a sleek and portable large laptop, but the advanced features don’t live up to their promise
The Acer Aspire 16 AI certainly looks like a premium laptop — but how does it perform?
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Sigma 12mm f/1.4 DC | C review: a perfectly portable prime with a fast aperture for city and night shots
Is this the ultimate lens for super-wide city and night shots?
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Klipsch Flexus Core 100 review: a commendable, compact Dolby Atmos soundbar
Want a Dolby Atmos soundbar but short on space? This model from Klipsch could be the ideal solution.
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Wandrd PRVKE V4 review: who says camera bags can't be stylish?
My month-long test of the stylish Wandrd PRVKE V4 camera bag covers the mid-size 21L version.
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On a budget? Here's how you can get cheap home internet, a cell plan, and a phone for one low price at Mint Mobile
Mint Mobile isn't just a great pick for cheap cell phone plans – the carrier also has amazing home internet deals to consider right now.
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Leaked photos suggest the Samsung Galaxy S26 could be missing a major rumored upgrade
It now looks likely that the Samsung Galaxy S26 series won't have magnets built in, but it could at least get a charging power boost.
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I’ve been using iPhones for years, and I always turn off this major iOS feature
The iPhone's always-on display feature is potentially useful, but it also drains battery, and if you have an Apple Watch you probably don't need it.
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The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra’s privacy display could be the biggest upgrade in years – here’s how it works
Samsung has now detailed the long-rumored privacy display feature we're expecting to launch with the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra.
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Have your say: are you hyped for the Samsung Galaxy S26 series, or is it a load of meh?
Evolution over revolution could make the Samsung Galaxy S26 series feel a bit shrug-worthy. Or I could be wrong; let me know what you think.
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This iPhone offer from AT&T might just be one of the best deals I've seen at the carrier in months - and it's easy to miss
This deal on the iPhone Air beats the iPhone 17, 17 Pro, and others
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Google Pixel 10 users report broken Wi-Fi and Bluetooth
The latest Pixel patch fixes bugs but also seems to introduce some, rendering certain Pixel 10 series phones almost unusable.
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Laptops & Computing
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Quordle hints and answers for Friday, January 30 (game #1467)
Looking for Quordle clues? We can help. Plus get the answers to Quordle today and past solutions.
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NYT Strands hints and answers for Friday, January 30 (game #698)
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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Windows 11 has hit a billion users — and did it faster than Windows 10
Windows 11 has hit a billion users – and faster than Windows 10 – so how does that work given all the hate aimed at Microsoft's newest OS?
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NYT Wordle today — answer and my hints for game #1685, Thursday, January 29
Looking for Wordle hints? I can help. Plus get the answers to Wordle today and yesterday.
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Appstinence wants to help you break your tech addiction and reject AI companions
Appstinence Founder Gabriela Nguyen on how the organization is helping people disconnect from addictive apps, platforms, and technologies, and why AI is the fight's next front.
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NY Times Crossplay — the true story of how it was made
TechRadar speaks with New York Times Senior Producer Jeff Petriello about the origins of the newly launched Crossplay, its hidden easter eggs, and what’s next.
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Alienware 16X Aurora
Portability, style, and adequate 1440p power
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Apple
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Apple Creator Studio does a lot right — and leans back into creativity
Apple Creator Studio is the company’s newest app bundle — here are my first impressions.
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The new AirTag 2 leaves some iPhones behind – here's the full list
The extended precision tracking feature on the new AirTag also requires a recent iPhone to work properly.
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This one Apple Maps setting will ensure you never lose your car again
Apple Maps can automatically locate your parked car, even if you don’t remember where you left it.
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Forget the RAM crisis — these Mac mini M4 deals could be the bargain of the year
Sick of Windows 11? This Mac mini M4 deal could be the smartest purchase you make in 2026.
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These 7 hidden iOS features have transformed how I use my iPhone
Whether you want to block out the world, hide your apps, or just get things done faster, these tools should help.
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The 3 best Prime Video thriller series you’ll end up watching in one go
With The Night Manager season 2 drawing to a close, here are the next Prime Video thrillers that'll have you gripped.
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Step aside Avengers: Doomsday, Wonder Man has given me the most unhinged idea
Marvel and Coronation Street in the same sentence? Sorry? Wonder Man has made a niche dream come true, and I've got an unhinged Avengers pitch for Kevin Feige.
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Bridgerton season 4 part 1 ending explained and what to expect in part 2
Now that Bridgerton season 4 part 1 is on Netflix, we're officially halfway through new episodes. But what does our cliffhanger mean for part 2?
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Bridgerton season 4 part 1 review: this is exactly why Violet should be the star of the show
Someone call Sabrina Carpenter — Benedict is the ultimate manchild in Bridgerton season 4 part 1, but keep watching for another surprise romance.
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Spartacus: House of Ashur episode 9 release date and time on Starz
After last week's shock death, Spartacus: House of Ashur episode 9 could be the calm before the finale storm. But when does it air on Starz?
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TVs
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Roku just made a major tweak to subscriptions on its home screen
A new Subscriptions tab has appeared on the Roku home screen, letting you pick up where you left off.
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Samsung’s new cheap OLED TV for 2026 is set to get a big brightness boost
LG's OLED SE screen seems to the coming to Samsung's S85H – if that's confusing, allow me to explain…
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Not sure what HDMI port to use? Here's our essential guide
HDMI is the main way you'll connect your external devices to your TV, so it's important to make sure you're connecting to the right ones.
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RGB TVs are a huge danger to OLED TVs, and that's good news for OLED fans
OLED TVs have been uniquely good in mid-range price bracket for years without changing much, but now they'll have to really shift to combat the RGB TV threat, and we're the winners.
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The weird free 4K TV, Telly, is off to both a very bad and very good start
Telly isn't doing the big numbers it promised, but thousands of US owners are still enjoying free 4K TVs
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The LG B5 OLED offers 'serious bang for your buck' — and Best Buy just slashed it to a record-low of $549.99 for a limited time
Grab the entry-level LG B5 OLED, which offers excellent picture quality and is fantastic for gaming, at its lowest-ever price in Best Buy's latest 48-hour flash sale.
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Samsung's new brighter OLED TV tech is great, but it won't dominate LG yet
Samsung's QD-OLED TVs are only going to get brighter, but still aren't taking over the OLED market – there seems to be a clear reason why.
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Audio
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Deezer's AI music-detection tool is now available for rival services to use
Deezer has been tagging AI-generated content for a year, and now it's encouraging its competitors to do the same.
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The Sony WH-1000XM6 offer 'class-leading ANC' and are some of the best headphones around – and they’re back to their lowest-ever price on Amazon
Great audio, great noise cancellation, very nearly perfect
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Sennheiser's cheap new USB-C headphones bring Hi-Res Audio everywhere
Sennheiser gives its affordable in- and over-ears a USB-C boost
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Grado Signature S750 review: crystal clarity and a wide soundstage, but the fit isn't a hit
Grado's new B cushion brings you closer to the music for a superb soundtrack
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Pro-Ject's new hi-fi box is phono stage, streamer, DAC, HDMI input & more…
The Pro-Ject Pre Box S3 brings all your audio sources together
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I've had this compact B&O speaker for 4 months now – here are 3 reasons it's better than the JBL Charge 6
The last few months with B&O’s audiophile-friendly Bluetooth speaker have been so amazing, I’d pick it over JBL’s Bluetooth speakers – for these 3 reasons.
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Neil Young gives his music to Greenland residents for free, wiping it from Amazon in the process
Neil Young is standing in solidarity with Greenland by offering his music to residents for free, and he also had some things to say about Bezos.
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Health & Fitness
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10 of the best-looking Apple Watch bands to buy for 2026
Switching up the look of your Apple Watch? Here's 10 of the best straps to buy right now.
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Best smart ring 2026: The top discreet fitness trackers
The best smart rings pack in tracking sensors and NFC tech. Find out which is the right one for you.
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Garmin’s long-awaited Whoop rival may have just been leaked — by Garmin
Eagle-eyed Garmin users on Reddit managed to screenshot a leaked smart band – on Garmin's own website.
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Cameras
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$9,650 for a 35mm lens? Leica’s new Noctilux-M f/1.2 pushes the limits of luxury
Pushing the limits of luxury, the highly anticipated Leica Noctilux-M 35mm f/1.2 ASPH costs $9,650 / £7,700.
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2025's most interesting drone – the Antigravity A1 – just got its first-ever price cut and an intriguing feature for new pilots
Been eying up the Antigravity A1? Now this powerful and unique model is 15% cheaper and offers a new Flight Simulator mode for new pilots.
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How 2025's Travel Photographer of the Year used 'immense skill' in low light to create in-camera magic
Greek photographer Athanasios Maloukos scooped top prize in the Travel Photographer of the Year 2025 contest with two stunning series of low-light images; here are the winning shots
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Engineers use Unreal Engine to build a simulator for the world's biggest telescope
The Giant Magellan Telescope under construction in Chile will help us find exoplanets — but before that, there's a complete, operating replica built in Unreal Engine.
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Home
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The top 3 subscription-free video doorbells, recommended by a home tech editor
Don't get stung by hidden fees – these doorbells give you free video storage, subject detection, and more for no extra cost.
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Looking for a Nespresso machine? I'm a qualified barista and these are the 3 I recommend for authentic-tasting espresso
Want the convenience of instant coffee with the rich flavor of fresh beans? You need a Nespresso machine, and these are the best ones around.
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Dyson's ridiculously compact new vacuum is going to change the market forever – here's why
The PencilVac prioritizes lightness over outright power, and that's a good thing.
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IKEA home office trends for 2026: freshen up your workspace with sage green and crisp white — from just $5
IKEA's latest collection of office accessories, lighting, and furniture will bring a breath of spring to your working day.
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Best smart ring 2026: The top discreet fitness trackers
The best smart rings pack in tracking sensors and NFC tech. Find out which is the right one for you.
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UpdatedThe best small air fryers 2026: compact fryers for small households
Top-rated compact air fryers that are perfect when you're cooking for one or two people.
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UpdatedThe best smart thermostat 2026: the easy way to make your heating more efficient
We've tested the best smart thermostats from top brands to find the smartest ways to heat and cool your home.
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UpdatedThe best smart switch 2026: buttons and dimmers for all your smart home devices
Our roundup of expert-tested smart switches to give you maximum control over your smart home tech.
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UpdatedThe best Nespresso machines 2026: barista-recommended capsule coffee makers tested and rated
Nespresso Original and Vertuo machines tested and recommended by an SCA-certified barista.
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The best wired headphones, all tested by TechRadar's audio experts
We pick out the best wired headphones for big audio upgrades, no matter how much you want to spend.
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UpdatedThe best noise-cancelling earbuds for all budgets, all tested by experts
The best noise-cancelling earbuds block out the world without the bulk of over-ear headphones – here are our top recommendations based on in-house testing
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10 of the best-looking Apple Watch bands to buy for 2026
Switching up the look of your Apple Watch? Here's 10 of the best straps to buy right now.
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On a budget? Here's how you can get cheap home internet, a cell plan, and a phone for one low price at Mint Mobile
Mint Mobile isn't just a great pick for cheap cell phone plans – the carrier also has amazing home internet deals to consider right now.
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I write about TV deals for a living — here’s what I’d buy to watch the Super Bowl LX
As TechRadar's TV deals expert, I'm listing my top 10 recommendations for watching the Super Bowl, including record-low prices on 4K, QLED, and OLED TVs.
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The Sony WH-1000XM6 offer 'class-leading ANC' and are some of the best headphones around – and they’re back to their lowest-ever price on Amazon
Great audio, great noise cancellation, very nearly perfect
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I was suprised when I saw that this VPN was less than $3 per month, and that it includes advanced features for that price, too — here's how you can grab yours
It's much easier to keep your data safe when it barely impacts your wallet
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2025's most interesting drone – the Antigravity A1 – just got its first-ever price cut and an intriguing feature for new pilots
Been eying up the Antigravity A1? Now this powerful and unique model is 15% cheaper and offers a new Flight Simulator mode for new pilots.
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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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Private Internet Access coupon codes for Jan 2026 |
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Software
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Windows 11 has hit a billion users — and did it faster than Windows 10
Windows 11 has hit a billion users – and faster than Windows 10 – so how does that work given all the hate aimed at Microsoft's newest OS?
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New test shows how Windows 11 beats Windows 10 in gaming performance
Think Windows 10 is faster than Windows 11 for gaming? You're dead wrong, based on a new test — but I'm betting this won't sway Windows 10 holdouts.
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Microsoft is finally fixing Windows 11 under the hood — but is it too late?
Microsoft is working to smooth out the inner workings of Windows 11, but I'm struggling to have any confidence in this effort.
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XR glasses have had one major issue — and Xreal just solved it with a free update
I already thought my XR glasses were incredible, and now they can turn my favorite films and games into 3D thanks to a free update.
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Marathon DualSense PS5 controller pre-orders are live — all the best links and info
We've got all the best information and links for the new Marathon Limited Edition PS5 controller and Pulse Elite headset, so you can bag your new accessory with ease.
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NYT Connections hints and answers for Friday, January 30 (game #964)
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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Cairn review: a gorgeous and challenging climbing adventure that you'll find hugely satisfying and rewarding
The mountain is calling
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A $140 Resident Evil Requiem Special Edition microSD Express card for the Nintendo Switch 2 has been revealed and you can preorder it now
A Resident Evil Requiem Special Edition microSD Express Card has been revealed for the Nintendo Switch 2, but it will cost you $140.
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Most Brits worry about online privacy, but they trust the wrong apps
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‘You’ll rarely experience spy-movie stealth or the constant frustration of corporate geofences.’ How 24 hours connected to a VPN changed my perspective on personal data security
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"Not just censorship, it’s digital isolation:" Iran plans to cut ties with the global internet — and VPNs may not help this time
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Big Tech needs less than a month to pay off over $7 billion in 2025 fines, Proton warns
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'The UK war on VPNs is an embarrassment' – backlash grows over proposed VPN age-checks
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I was suprised when I saw that this VPN was less than $3 per month, and that it includes advanced features for that price, too — here's how you can grab yours
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Exclusive: This free VPN extension was hijacking CyberGhost's free servers – here's what it means for your privacy
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Palantir to continue UK Ministry of Defense work in new three-year deal – £240 million 'data analytics' contract awarded without procurement
UK MoD awards Palantir new three-year contract worth £240 million to continue supporting data analytics capabilities.
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5 mistakes everybody makes when it comes to self-employed accounting software – and here's how to avoid them
Sponsored by QuickBooks
These are some of the most common mistakes to make when choosing and using self-employed accounting software, and how to avoid them.
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Payday deal! Save $50 on this Crucial P310 1TB Gen 4 NVMe SSD at Best Buy — at just $149.99 it won't stay in stock for long
Crucial’s P310 1TB PCIe Gen 4 NVMe SSD is $50 off at Best Buy and delivers up to 7,100MB/s read speeds in an M.2 2280 form factor.
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Just in time for payday, this MSI Vector 16 HX AI laptop with Core Ultra 9, RTX 5080, 16GB RAM, and 1TB SSD is $500 off now
MSI’s 16-inch Vector HX AI laptop comes with an Intel Core Ultra 9 processor, 16GB RAM, and a 1TB SSD, and is $500 off at Newegg right now.
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