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After a week with the iPhone 17, I'm convinced it's the best-value iPhone ever
The iPhone 17 is sleek, reliable, and finally feels complete – here's our full review of Apple's newest base model.
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5 hidden features in iOS 26, including iMessage polls and faster Reminders
iOS 26 has almost too many features to keep track of, but these five are well worth learning about.
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I tested Apple's iPhone 17 Pro, and I love its fresh style, powerful cameras and long battery life in a pocket-friendly form
The iPhone 17 Pro is Apple's best iPhone in a more compact size and at an approachable price.
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The Apple iPhone Air is the sexiest iPhone I’ve ever tested – it's really a new kind of Pro
Maybe a new kind of Pro
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Is the iPhone 17 Pro really the fastest phone? I've reviewed today's top phones, and here's what lab tests tell me about Apple's claim
Is the Apple A19 Pro the fastest chipset? Yes and no...
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Terrified of damaging your Nintendo Switch 2? I reviewed this cheap screen protector, and it’s all you’ll need to put your worries at rest
I reviewed a Nintendo Switch 2 screen protector that supposedly survived a drilling – but how durable was it really?
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Audio Pro Addon C10 MkII review: WiiM streaming addition fixes the wireless speakers' only minor issue
Now with the WiiM streaming platform, the beautiful Audio Pro Addon C10 MkII is maturing into later life
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DBrand Prism 2.0 for Nintendo Switch 2 review: one of the greatest Switch 2 screen protectors around
DBrand’s Prism 2.0 screen protector is a mighty option if you want to keep your Switch 2 safe.
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AKG N9 Hybrid review: feature-packed headphones with a high price that's almost justifiable
Top-tier cans that go some way to justifying the price
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The Casabrews CM5418 is a small but mighty espresso machine for the casual coffee lover
A great entry-level espresso machine if you're on a tight budget or short on space.
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The Apple iPhone Air is the sexiest iPhone I’ve ever tested – it's really a new kind of Pro
Maybe a new kind of Pro
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After a week with the iPhone 17, I'm convinced it's the best-value iPhone ever
The iPhone 17 is sleek, reliable, and finally feels complete – here's our full review of Apple's newest base model.
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I'm not ashamed to love the iPhone Air
The iPhone Air sacrifices everything I love about today's best phones, so why do I regret not buying one? It's the durability and unique experience.
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Amazon slashes the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge to a record-low price again
The Galaxy S25 Edge phone plummets to $699.99 at Amazon
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A major Samsung One 8.5 UI leak may have revealed the next big software update headed for your Galaxy phone
We've got our first images of what is supposedly One UI 8.5, and there are some changes worth talking about.
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I love this hidden iOS 26 feature, and it’s made my Lock Screen better than ever
iOS 26 has a new Spatial Scenes feature that adds a 3D effect to your photo wallpapers.
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Got a new iPhone 17? Bring it to Visible Wireless and get 50% off an annual plan
Bring any iPhone (including the iPhone 17) to Visible Wireless today to get a whole year of service half price.
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iPhone 17 lineup photography specs explained: Fusion Camera, Center Stage, and 48MP mode
Apple has plenty to say about the iPhone 17 family’s Fusion Camera systems – we’ve sorted the genuine from the guff so you can choose the right iPhone camera for you.
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The iPhone Air's new naming scheme could suggest a new release pattern, but I'm not sure if Apple should make the switch
According to MKBHD, there’s some word of the iPhone Air not getting annual updates as is typical for the iPhone – here's why that's a good and bad idea.
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Quordle hints and answers for Sunday, September 21 (game #1336)
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 Sunday, September 21 (game #567)
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 could soon launch a touchscreen MacBook Pro – and I hate what that means for the company’s laptops
A touchscreen MacBook could land next year, but I’m concerned about what that means for Apple.
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NYT Wordle today — answer and my hints for game #1554, Saturday, September 20
Looking for Wordle hints? I can help. Plus get the answers to Wordle today and yesterday.
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4 iPhone security features you might not know about
With the new iPhone 17 about to be released, we look at 4 ways to help protect your iPhone's data that you might not know about.
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The dos and don'ts of buying a new laptop for college
On the hunt for a new laptop for college? I built this list of key factors to remember and red flags to avoid so you can cut through the noise and get a good deal.
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'We DDoS'd ourselves': Meta explains why it's smart glasses demo failed so spectacularly – and says 'never-before-seen' video bug is now fixed
CTO Andrew Bosworth has since taken to Instagram to reveal what went wrong with Connect's live demos.
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I love this hidden iOS 26 feature, and it’s made my Lock Screen better than ever
iOS 26 has a new Spatial Scenes feature that adds a 3D effect to your photo wallpapers.
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Apple could soon launch a touchscreen MacBook Pro – and I hate what that means for the company’s laptops
A touchscreen MacBook could land next year, but I’m concerned about what that means for Apple.
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I just tested the Apple Watch Ultra 3's heart rate tracking against a Polar H10 chest strap – here are the results
Checking how the Apple Watch Ultra 3 fares against a highly-accurate HRM.
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4 iPhone security features you might not know about
With the new iPhone 17 about to be released, we look at 4 ways to help protect your iPhone's data that you might not know about.
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iPhone 17 lineup photography specs explained: Fusion Camera, Center Stage, and 48MP mode
Apple has plenty to say about the iPhone 17 family’s Fusion Camera systems – we’ve sorted the genuine from the guff so you can choose the right iPhone camera for you.
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Clayface: everything we know so far about the DCU horror movie (release date, likely cast, plot rumors)
TechRadar runs through what we know so far about Clayface, the DCU's first horror film.
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Hacks season 5: everything we know about the multi-Emmy winning HBO Max comedy's final season
Hacks is returning for a fifth and final season – here's everything we know about the HBO Max show so far.
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F1’s filmmaking secrets revealed – here's how Sony’s custom camera shot those hyper-realistic in-car scenes
Sony’s head of cinema cameras reveals how his team marries art with technology when working on movies like Top Gun: Maverick, Avatar and F1.
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‘The bleaker the better’: Black Rabbit is Netflix’s new must-see show - here’s what people are saying about the Jude Law and Jason Bateman thriller
Black Rabbit is the latest thriller to land on Netflix, and fans everywhere are telling you to watch it.
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'Hit them where it hurts': Angry Disney+ and Hulu users are closing their accounts in their droves as Jimmy Kimmel cancellation saga rumbles on
Disney+ and Hulu are facing a mass exodus of users as furious fans and Hollywood creatives hit out over Jimmy Kimmel's suspension.
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Best smart TV platform: Tizen, WebOS, Google TV, Fire TV and Roku compared, tested, and ranked
A TV's smart interface is a portal to entertainment, smart home control, and much more. We took the five main players for a test drive to find out which we liked best.
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TCL confirms it will launch two next-gen RGB mini-LED TVs, raising hopes the new tech will be affordable – meanwhile, TCL's other new flagship TV is brighter than the sun
TCL's cutting-edge 2026 TVs include an impressively affordable option
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The stars have aligned again – the Anker Nebula Cosmos 4K SE portable projector is back to its lowest ever price
I can't help but make a big deal of this sensational saving on this 4K portable projector.
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Does Dolby Vision on OLED TVs matter? I put LG and Samsung's most affordable models side by side to find out
I compared two OLED TVs, one with Dolby Vision support and one without it, to test how important that feature is to picture quality.
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Hot dealsThe cheapest OLED TV deals and sales in September 2025
Your guide to the best OLED TV deals with incredible sales from brands like Sony, LG, and more.
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Time to upgrade – these five-star Samsung OLED TVs are now up to $1,600 off
We awarded Samsung's S95F and S90F OLED TVs five stars in our reviews, and now you can save up to $1,600 on these top-rated TVs.
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You can now buy Hisense's mid-range 116-inch mini-LED 4K TV, because that's a thing in today's TV world
Hisense's new 116-inch U7 mini-LED TV has a Dolby Atmos sound system, and a $22k price tag (with discount)
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I tried a Bluetooth speaker that screws onto a soda bottle to boost its bass – and I’ve never tested anything like it
I haven't ever come across anything like this soda bottle-shaped Bluetooth speaker before, but now I've given it a try, I’m not entirely sure I’d recommend it.
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Want to get into audiophile-grade sound? I’d start with these excellent yet affordable wired earbuds
These affordable IEMs are the ultimate buy for music lovers that wants to hear every detail – here’s why.
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Bose-level ANC, B&W-adjacent sound, cheap Sony money: check out the best headphones you’ve never heard of
If you love headphones and you've yet to be introduced, allow me: OneSonic is the plucky Irish audio outfit you need to keep an eye on…
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My fave affordable headphones have hit their lowest price ever – and even their next-gen successors can’t top this value
This bargain price makes my favorite everyday pair of headphones a better buy than even their upgraded successors.
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As soon as I tried AirPods Pro 3, I knew I'd never reach for AirPods Pro 2 again
A new shape means a better fit, and that might be the biggest reason enough to switch
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Audio Pro Addon C10 MkII review: WiiM streaming addition fixes the wireless speakers' only minor issue
Now with the WiiM streaming platform, the beautiful Audio Pro Addon C10 MkII is maturing into later life
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I tried out some super-cheap wired headphones – they put the bass in ‘bargain basement’
I tested some $12.99 / £15 wired headphones – and they sound quite a lot better than they look.
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I just tested the Apple Watch Ultra 3's heart rate tracking against a Polar H10 chest strap – here are the results
Checking how the Apple Watch Ultra 3 fares against a highly-accurate HRM.
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6 essential gadgets I rely on to ward off sensory overload – from ANC headphones to calming smart lights
From noise cancelling to soothing visuals, this is the tech I rely on the most.
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'I actually took a call on a jet-ski a few weeks ago… you can basically stand in a wind tunnel': Mark Zuckerberg may have just solved my biggest open-ear headphone problem with the Oakley Meta Vanguard smart glasses
Meta may have cracked the age-old problem of crystal-clear calls on windy runs with its new smart glasses.
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The latest DJI Osmo Nano leak gives us specs and images for the Insta360 GO 3S rival
Another compact action camera is about to enter the market, and we may know almost everything about it.
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The new DJI Mini 5 Pro drone proves you need this one feature for the best flying experience
If you're thinking about buying your first drone, my advice is to look beyond the price and to this one unsung feature – trust me, it'll level up your whole piloting experience.
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I’ve been testing the DJI Mini 5 Pro – trust me, it’s the drone to get if you shoot for social
The DJI Mini 5 Pro punches well above its weight, with its class-leading camera and flight features. In fact, in many ways its surpasses pricier and heavier alternatives, too.
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DJI Mini 5 Pro vs DJI Mini 4K: here's which sub-250g drone I'd buy
DJI's Mini 5 Pro and Mini 4K both shoot 4K video and weigh less than 250g, but that's about where the similarities end. Here are the key differences and which beginner drone I'd recommend buying
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I’ve tested and loved 6 Ecovacs Deebot robot vacuums – the T50 Max Pro Omni has been the first to disappoint me
I’ve never had cause for complaint when testing a Deebot, but Ecovacs should pull the T50 Max Pro Omni off shelves.
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I've reviewed dozens of robot vacuums and my 2025 standout is this budget-friendly, dust-compressing bot
The 3i G10+ blew me away with its stellar performance and affordable price.
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I review smart home tech for a living, and these are my top 3 wireless security cameras for every budget
Secure your home today without paying for professional installation.
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I tested Dyson's most expensive vacuums side-by-side and there was a clear winner – and it wasn't the one I expected
Here's how the Dyson V16 Piston Animal and Gen5detect compare for cleaning power, ease of use and value for money.
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The 20 best horror games to play in 2025
These are our best horror games available now that'll provide fans with all sorts of scares on all sorts of platforms.
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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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UpdatedThe 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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Buying guideThe 17 best crossplay games in 2025
The best crossplay games ensure that your fun isn't ruined by friends playing elsewhere. Here are our favorites that you can download and play right now.
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The 22 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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UpdatedThe best gaming monitor 2025
There are many choices for the best gaming monitors, and we're bringing you our top picks for the nine best in 2025.
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UpdatedThe best tablet 2025
The best tablets come from Apple, Samsung, and OnePlus, and each has strengths that make it a better tablet for your needs.
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Amazon slashes the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge to a record-low price again
The Galaxy S25 Edge phone plummets to $699.99 at Amazon
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Got a new iPhone 17? Bring it to Visible Wireless and get 50% off an annual plan
Bring any iPhone (including the iPhone 17) to Visible Wireless today to get a whole year of service half price.
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My fave affordable headphones have hit their lowest price ever – and even their next-gen successors can’t top this value
This bargain price makes my favorite everyday pair of headphones a better buy than even their upgraded successors.
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Today's best Apple iPhone 17 deals: free devices, cheap plans, exclusive discounts, and more
Looking for an iPhone 17 on the cheap? Check out this week's best deals in both the US and UK across all four devices right here on this page.
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The stars have aligned again – the Anker Nebula Cosmos 4K SE portable projector is back to its lowest ever price
I can't help but make a big deal of this sensational saving on this 4K portable projector.
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This deal at AT&T pays you $800 to switch and gets you a free iPhone 17 Pro with a trade
Looking to make the switch? AT&T is making it a lot easier on the pocket this week - and you can get a massive trade-in rebate on the latest iPhones.
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4 iPhone security features you might not know about
With the new iPhone 17 about to be released, we look at 4 ways to help protect your iPhone's data that you might not know about.
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'We DDoS'd ourselves': Meta explains why it's smart glasses demo failed so spectacularly – and says 'never-before-seen' video bug is now fixed
CTO Andrew Bosworth has since taken to Instagram to reveal what went wrong with Connect's live demos.
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The Metaverse is not dead and AI may be its new savior
Meta isn't finished with the Metaverse – n fact, AI could take it to a whole new level.
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We just got our first glimpse of the Xbox full-screen experience on an original Asus ROG Ally – and it has me pumped to see it on desktop PCs
The ROG Xbox Ally is edging closer with Microsoft's new full-screen experience on the horizon, but it's already accessible on the original Asus ROG Ally and other handhelds – here's how it performs.
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Terrified of damaging your Nintendo Switch 2? I reviewed this cheap screen protector, and it’s all you’ll need to put your worries at rest
I reviewed a Nintendo Switch 2 screen protector that supposedly survived a drilling – but how durable was it really?
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NYT Connections hints and answers for Sunday, September 21 (game #833)
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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Do you really need a screen protector for your Nintendo Switch 2? I tested multiple models to find out
Is it worth buying a screen protector for your Nintendo Switch 2? Here’s my verdict after reviewing multiple models.
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Thrustmaster T248R wheel review: an updated model that puts pressure on the mighty Logitech G923
Great pedals, quieter shifting, and a materials upgrade give the affordable belt-driven Thrustmaster T248R a place at the table for anyone who doesn’t want to spend big on direct drive
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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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EventVPN: Can a privacy-first ad model be the antidote to low-quality free VPNs?
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Chat Control: Can the EU Parliament save our encrypted chats?
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Surfshark boosts its antivirus offering with a revamped interface and full ARM support
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The best VPN service 2025
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The best free VPN in 2025
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ExpressVPN launches EventVPN – a free VPN service that seeks to combat the dangers of low-quality freebies
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Beyond the blackout: A college student's playbook for streaming all their favorite sports
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Laser Processing Units could give traditional CPUs, GPUs and quantum computers a run for their money - but don’t expect them to run Windows anytime soon
LightSolver is developing a Laser Processor Unit it claims can challenge quantum systems and GPUs.
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“Is DEI a dirty word for AI?” - Check Point’s responsible AI warning
Chatbots aren’t neutral, so use them wisely, Check Point warns.
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Two teenagers charged over cyber hack on Transport for London
Two teenagers charged in connection with Transport for London hack that disrupted operations and exposed customer information.
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Nvidia's revolutionary memory format for AI GPUs could come to other platforms, rivaling LPDDR6 on the horizon
Nvidia shifts from SOCAMM 1 to SOCAMM 2, targeting faster AI memory performance, broader suppliers, and possible JEDEC standardization efforts.
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