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Hoover's HF3 DynamicClean offers the suction of a Dyson without the price tag -
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The Philips Norelco i9000 Prestige Ultra: the Rolls-Royce of rotary shavers -
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Samsung Galaxy Wide Fold and Z Fold 8 designs appear in One UI 9 code -
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iPhone Ultra dummy units just leaked — and they point to a ‘major downgrade’ -
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Apple Wallet may allow custom pass creation in iOS 27
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NYT Wordle today — answer and my hints for game #1783, Thursday, May 72482 Comments -
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Jack Dorsey relaunches Vine as Divine with anti-AI focus -
AMD's CEO predicts 'higher memory and component costs' later this year -
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Norton Neo's new update makes it the ultimate AI browser with adaptive VPN and tracking protections
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Apple’s Siri lawsuit could net you $95 per device as part of $250m paymentApple is paying $250 million due to delayed Siri features, with affected users eligible for up to $95 per device.
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More Mac Studio and Mac mini options are disappearing from the Apple Store
Apple is taking more Mac mini and Mac Studio models off the shelves to try and weather the memory shortage.
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ChatGPT Images 2.0 can see into your possible future with this promptThis ChatGPT image prompt can create two striking images of your possible future life
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Pentagon signs major AI military deals but Anthropic resistsA sweeping Pentagon push to integrate AI into military systems includes nearly every major tech player except Anthropic, exposing a growing divide over how far such technology should go.
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Elon Musk's courtroom clash with Sam Altman turns personalElon Musk’s claim that OpenAI wouldn’t exist without him lays bare a deeply personal battle with Sam Altman over credit, control, and the future of the company behind ChatGPT.
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Apple’s Siri lawsuit could net you $95 per device as part of $250m payment
Apple is paying $250 million due to delayed Siri features, with affected users eligible for up to $95 per device.
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More Mac Studio and Mac mini options are disappearing from the Apple Store
Apple is taking more Mac mini and Mac Studio models off the shelves to try and weather the memory shortage.
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The best Apple AirTag sales and deals for May 2026We're rounding up the best Apple AirTag sales so you can find the best online deals for Apple's tracking device.
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The best Apple Watch 10 deals and prices for May 2026Apple Watch 10 deals are officially available, and I'm rounding up the best prices so that you can save on Apple's latest smartwatch.
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iPhone Ultra dummy units just leaked — and they point to a ‘major downgrade’
Dummy units of Apple’s iPhone Ultra folding phone have been leaked in a new YouTube video.
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UpdatedAll the ways you can get an Apple TV free trialYou can still get an Apple TV free trial – here are all the ways you can try out Apple's streaming service.
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Daredevil: Born Again season 3 will tell 'an entire story yet to be told' between two MCU heroesDaredevil: Born Again's showrunner has also teased that their season 2 finale cameo is just the start of their MCU journey.
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A new Passenger teaser claims this is 'not your average horror movie' — but it's up against some huge original releases in MayPassenger's new teaser video dials up the scares ahead of a horror-filled May schedule.
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HBO Max is no longer supported on older Amazon Fire TV devicesHBO Max is no longer supported on older Fire TV devices that run version 5 of the Fire OS
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Landman season 3 release date prediction gets exciting update from directorWhile we still don't know for certain when Landman season 3 will be released on Paramount+, we do have an new update from its director that confirms a working release date theory.
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I asked ChatGPT for the best TV to watch the World Cup — and it’s actually spot onPlus, it has a massive discount right now
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UpdatedThe best 75-inch TVs, all tested by our big-screen expertsThe best 75-inch TVs offer a true big-screen experience, with a size befitting the greatest films and the most nail-biting sports matches.
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HBO Max is no longer supported on older Amazon Fire TV devices
HBO Max is no longer supported on older Fire TV devices that run version 5 of the Fire OS
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Hot dealsThe cheapest OLED TV deals and sales in May 2026Your guide to the best OLED TV deals with incredible sales from brands like Sony, LG, and more.
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The Steam Machine looks close to launch — and may get full-fat 4K 120Hz tooValve's Steam Machine may be close to launch – and a post-launch firmware update may deliver HDMI 2.1
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Bose launches slick new Dolby Atmos soundbar and speakers to take on SonosBose's Lifestyle Collection features a new flagship soundbar and multi-room compatibility — including with other firms' speakers
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UpdatedThe best soundbars for all budgetsFrom budget-friendly bars to Dolby Atmos wonders, the best soundbars make it easy to get a serious TV audio upgrade.
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Garmin just launched elite hi-fi gear, but it's less weird than it soundsGarmin has unveiled some hi-fi speakers through its JL Audio brand, including a streamer, loudspeakers and floor speakers.
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Bose launches slick new Dolby Atmos soundbar and speakers to take on Sonos
Bose's Lifestyle Collection features a new flagship soundbar and multi-room compatibility — including with other firms' speakers
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Spotify code suggests new bulk download and playback speed featuresSpotify could be solving a big lossless pain point for offline downloads, and playback speed control could be coming to music.
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The best DAB radiosThe best DAB radios combine old-school 'wireless' radio concepts with new digital tech – here are our top picks.
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Get a clear look at Sony's new secret high-end headphones in these photosSony's WH-1000XX The ColleXion has been spotted adorning the ears of Damson Idris, in what appears to me to be an early tease of the super-premium cans
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This beautiful hand-made floor-standing speaker ain't cheap, but I can't take my eyes off it and I haven't even heard it yetThe R 5 Arreté from Audiovector looks incredible, and should sound it too, even though it's far from cheap.
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I tested 12 $10 IKEA speakers against one $120 JBL speaker, because why notI cobbled together a constellation of 12 $10 Ikea speakers to see how they compared to a single $120 JBL one.
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The SKG G7 Pro Fold massager will heat your aching neck muscles and talk to you while it does soIf you're prone to neck pain, the SKG G7 Pro Fold massager could be for you.
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The best Apple Watch 10 deals and prices for May 2026
Apple Watch 10 deals are officially available, and I'm rounding up the best prices so that you can save on Apple's latest smartwatch.
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Forget Whoop, Apple, Garmin, and all the rest — when it comes to lifting weights, I've never found a better solution than a spreadsheetAs a fitness tech editor, I can personally attest that all the fitness gadgets in the world can't replace a spreadsheet when it comes to logging weight training.
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I turned my local beauty spot into an immersive 3D environment — here's howSplatica revealed a hidden talent in my Insta360 X5 camera and Antigravity A1 drone – and you can try it too
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Rumors of Nikon's long-awaited full-frame compact are already dividing fansThe Fujifilm, Sony, Leica and Ricoh alternative we need?
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UpdatedThe best DJI drones in 2026 based on in-depth testingWhich is the best DJI drone for you? Our in-depth guide pulls together all of the finest options based on our in-depth testing.
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UpdatedThe best video cameras, based on in-depth testingLooking for the best video camera? I've ranked all of the finest options you can buy today, based on our team's expert in-depth testing.
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Need a Mother’s Day Gift fast? These 12 last-minute bargains at Amazon arrive before SundayI've looked through the retailer's entire Mother's Day sale to find deals from Dyson, Kitchenaid, and other leading brands.
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We tested the best fans on the market – these models came out on top12 outstanding pedestal, tower and desk fans to keep you cool when the temperatures rise.
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Can Willow's smart sensors help make me a better plant parent?Willow will let you know exactly what your houseplants need to grow strong and healthy — if you don't mind being bossed about by a fern.
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Hoover's HF3 DynamicClean offers the suction of a Dyson without the price tagThis lightweight cordless vacuum cleaner is reasonably priced, with great anti-wrap hair tech, but its battery life is relatively short.
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UpdatedThe best 75-inch TVs, all tested by our big-screen experts
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The SKG G7 Pro Fold massager will heat your aching neck muscles and talk to you while it does so
If you're prone to neck pain, the SKG G7 Pro Fold massager could be for you.
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I asked ChatGPT for the best TV to watch the World Cup — and it’s actually spot on
Plus, it has a massive discount right now
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UpdatedAll the ways you can get an Apple TV free trialYou can still get an Apple TV free trial – here are all the ways you can try out Apple's streaming service.
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Amazon teases its Prime Day sale in June with early device deals — Echo, Ring, and Kindle from $14.99Amazon has confirmed Prime Day will take place in June this year, and it's giving us a preview of the summer sale with incredible device deals that you can shop right now.
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Score unlimited data for $10 in Tello’s massive anniversary saleTello turns 10! Any data plan for just $10
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Get 15% off Google Workspace for the first three months – Gemini AI includedHurry! Get 15% off all Google Workspace plans with Google AI built in
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Sling TV promo codes for May 2026SPONSORED 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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Microsoft vows to make Windows 11's File Explorer fasterFed up with File Explorer running sluggishly in Windows 11? Microsoft's doing 'foundational' work to fully fix it.
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Microsoft tells us why Windows 11 updates might look like they're failingMicrosoft warns that some consumers 'might experience one additional restart during installation' of Windows 11 updates.
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Microsoft tames some ads in Windows 11, says big taskbar change is imminentI've had my doubts about Microsoft's campaign to fix Windows 11 this year, but they're slowly melting away.
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Windows 11 can be a RAM hog so I'm using this tool I've found as a solutionWindows 11 and other applications are using way too much RAM, so I found a temporary solution while Microsoft's project K2 begins.
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NYT Connections hints and answers for Thursday, May 7 (game #1061)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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Microsoft has finally realized what most of us knew all along: nobody actually wanted Copilot on XboxXbox is no longer developing Copilot for consoles.
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Mouse P.I. for Hire on Nintendo Switch 2 review: a neat boomer shooter let down by poor performanceMouse P.I. for Hire’s gameplay and visuals are like a beautiful vintage cheddar — it's just a shame that the Switch 2 edition grates some performance problems on the top.
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NYT Connections hints and answers for Wednesday, May 6 (game #1060)
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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Between them, the TechRadar team have 300 years' experience in tech journalism. Here's why you should trust them.
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UpdatedThe best VPN service 2026
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ExpressVPN sharpens its desktop apps with faster controls and better accessibility -
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Norton Neo's new update makes it the ultimate AI browser with adaptive VPN and tracking protections
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Utah’s VPN crackdown has arrived: here are the VPNs we recommend to protect your personal data and privacy online in the beehive state2 Comments -
NymVPN finally brings split tunneling to Linux, and Android users get a new ad blocker -
The UK warned 'not to undermine the open web' as Children's Wellbeing and Schools Bill becomes law
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'A foundational block of modern cybercrime': The inside story of a 15,000+ website network using popular ad trackers to peddle AI investment scamsResearchers identified 15,500 domains using commercial trackers and cloaking to distribute AI-driven investment scams across global channels.
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Android Trojans use a devious trick and 'magically' disappear once installedAndroid banking trojans vanish from app drawers and secretly capture login credentials while streaming live device screens to remote attackers.
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Unmanned U.S. Navy MQ-25 Stingray tanker drone completes its maiden test flightUS Navy’s massive MQ-25 Stingray tanker drone completes maiden flight, marking critical progress toward autonomous carrier refueling.
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North Korean hackers target gamers with trojanized platform - here's what to look out forPopular game platform was compromised and used to deliver backdoors.
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