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The Reolink Solar Floodlight Cam dazzles would-be thieves with 1,000 lumens
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QLVR ENDVR review: A slip-on running shoe game changer for women
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The Narwal Flow 2 an AI-forward robot vacuum and mop for deep cleaning
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DJI Osmo Pocket 4 review: the next best-selling vlogging camera
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Activo Scoop review: cheap IEMs that don't skimp on quality
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Shokz OpenFit Pro review: a great-sounding contender for the open earbuds crown
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Maxell Wireless Cassette Player review: a delightful analog blast from the past — just don't rely on the Bluetooth
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I took the Vivo X300 Ultra to Hong Kong, and it proved teleconverter lenses aren't just a gimmick
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Sorry Apple, the iPhone 17e is slick but the OnePlus 15R is a bigger bargain
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This neat Galaxy S26 feature will boost your Netflix and YouTube experience
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Samsung explains why it no longer makes small smartphones
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Google Pixel 11 may feature 'Pixel Glow' RGB notification lights
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Nothing Warp app pulled from stores less than 24 hours after launch
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Laptops & Computing
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Quordle hints and answers for Monday, April 20 (game #1547)
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NYT Strands hints and answers for Monday, April 20 (game #778)
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NYT Wordle today — answer and my hints for game #1766, Monday, April 20
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Eero Signal is the best home office upgrade I’ve made this year
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Blue Origin shows SpaceX it can do reusable rocket boosters too
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NYT Strands hints and answers for Sunday, April 19 (game #777)
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Quordle hints and answers for Sunday, April 19 (game #1546)
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AI
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Sam Altman-backed firm warns AI will soon outgrow facial recognition
A Sam Altman-backed firm warns AI could soon break facial recognition, as it rolls out a new “proof of human” system to restore trust online.
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I asked Alexa+ to help redecorate my apartment and was pleasantly surprised
It turns out Amazon's AI-powered assistant has a much better eye for design than me — and it really loves sage green.
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Watch the AI-recreated Val Kilmer's performance in a new movie trailer
An AI-generated performance of Val Kilmer in a new film shows how technology is reshaping acting
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Gemini leads in human-like AI writing as detection tools fall behind
New research demonstrating Gemini’s ability to mimic human writing better than its rivals highlights how unreliable AI detection has become
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ChatGPT can make a child’s rough animal drawings into photorealistic creatures
ChatGPT can make a child’s rough animal drawings into photorealistic creatures without altering them.
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Apple
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UpdatedThe best phone 2026
Only the best phones from Apple, Samsung, Google and OnePlus
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UpdatedNew movies: the most exciting films coming to theaters in April 2026
New movies will arrive weekly throughout 2026 — these are the biggest ones to keep an eye on.
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7 of the best Mac apps to level up your new MacBook Neo
Improve your MacBook Neo with these 7 top-rated macOS apps
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Apple drops fresh hint about its rumored Meta Ray-Ban smart glasses rival
Two of Apple's biggest execs have talked about the future of spatial computing in a new interview — and it sounds like there's something in those smart glasses rumors.
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Gemini is now a native macOS app, making it faster and better integrated
Google has launched a native Gemini app for macOS, bringing its AI chatbot to the desktop with screen sharing, quick access shortcuts, and built-in image and video generation.
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Streaming
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The Testaments episode 5 release date and time on Hulu and Disney+
The grisly truth about Dr Grove has finally come to light. But when does The Testaments episode 5 drop on Hulu and Disney+?
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4 unmissable new movies and TV shows to get excited by on Netflix this week (April 19-26)
From Stranger Things' return to a new survival thriller movie, you won't want to miss this film and TV show quartet.
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Street Fighter 2026 movie trailer praised for overwhelming nostalgia
Finally, the first full trailer for the Street Fighter 2026 movie is here — and fans are falling head over heels in love with its stupidity.
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7 new movies and TV shows to watch on Netflix, Prime Video, HBO Max, and more this weekend (April 17)
From Beef season 2 to Mark Wahlberg's new Prime Video movie, here's what's worth watching this weekend.
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Ladies First trailer slammed by fans as new Netflix movie unpacks misogyny
New Netflix movie Ladies First explores and man's worst nightmare in a woman dominated world — but its first trailer hasn't gone down well.
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TVs
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I compared Amazon's Ember QLED and LED TVs side-by-side — here's my pick
I put two of Amazon's Fire TVs, now known as Ember TVs, head-to-head to find out which is better value for money
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Amazon faces class action lawsuit over allegations of 'bricking' older Fire TV Sticks
The new lawsuit claims Amazon has been restricting important software updates for older models to force users to upgrade.
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I’m a trained TV calibrator, and here are the best TVs you can buy today
Top OLED and QLED sets to consider, from elite TVs to wallet-friendly options – all tested by us.
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Users label Sony a ‘penny-pinching brand’ as it cuts key TV features
Sony is removing features from some of its TVs for antenna and set-top box users.
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Amazon's Fire TVs get a name change and we saw its first Art TV in action
Amazon's Fire TVs are being re-named to Ember TVs, and we saw the new Samsung Frame rival Amazon Ember Artline in action
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Amazon announces a free Fire TV upgrade and reveals a new Fire TV Stick
Amazon is refreshing its Fire TV interface for 2026 with new organisation and new streaming channels. Plus, it's bringing out a new, slimmer Fire TV HD Stick.
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More LG OLED TV users are experiencing power cycling issues caused by bright flashes
More LG OLED users are reporting power cycling issues caused by bright flashes on Reddit...
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Shokz OpenFit Pro review: a great-sounding contender for the open earbuds crown
As sports-specific open earbuds go, the Shokz OpenFit Pro are as good as it gets and their feature set means you'll nearly ditch anything else...
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Activo Scoop review: cheap IEMs that don't skimp on quality
Astell & Kern's budget-brand, Activo, is back again — here's what I thought of it's new pebble-like in-ear monitors.
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Maxell Wireless Cassette Player review: a delightful analog blast from the past — just don't rely on the Bluetooth
The Maxell Wireless Cassette Player is a nifty blend of old and new, bringing your old tapes to your ears without the need for a wired pair of headphones.
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Record Store Day vinyl starts this weekend — what you need to know
RSD happens but once a year, and it's a refreshing return to bricks-and-mortar-store shopping for vinyl — so you'll want to be ready
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Victrola and Third Man Records announce exclusive turntable for Record Store Day
Victrola is relaunching its Wave turntable with Jack White's Third Man Records to celebrate Record Store Day 2026.
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‘Your vinyl, vacuum-clamped’: this elite turntable makes your records float on air
TechDas' elite new turntable vacuum-clamps your vinyl to a heavyweight platter floating on air, promising to dig up 'extraordinary sound' from an LP’s grooves
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13 top Record Store Day 2026 releases, chosen by your TechRadar team
We're a music-loving bunch at TechRadar, just see our top Record Store Day 2026 picks (and why we love them)
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Health & Fitness
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QLVR ENDVR review: A slip-on running shoe game changer for women
I'm a running coach — I've just tested shoes actually designed for women's feet, and they're a total game changer.
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The forward lunge is the best simple move you're not doing, and it's vital for over-50s
why everyone needs to be lunging for lifelong muscle power, especially older adults.
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The best heart rate monitors 2026 Get pinpoint-accurate workout data
Whether you're a runner, cyclist, or swimmer, we've found the best heart rate monitor to help you smash your goals this year.
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Cameras
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I took the Vivo X300 Ultra to Hong Kong, and it proved teleconverter lenses aren't just a gimmick
I spent a day with the Vivo X300 Ultra to see if its incredible photography kit is worth the money.
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How a SWPA 2026 winner used old Canon DSLRs and camera traps to take stunning wildlife shots
Sony World Photography Award 2026's Wildlife category winner shares his setup for capturing unique photos of the animals in Masai Mara, Kenya, helping the park
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DJI Osmo Pocket 4 review: the next best-selling vlogging camera
DJI's latest compact vlogging camera improves on its already capable predecessor with better battery life, built-in memory, new accessories, professional color profiles and 4K video now up to 240fps.
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DJI Avata 360 vs Antigravity A1: here's which 360 drone I'd rather buy
There are now two 360 drones available to buy, but is the DJI Avata 360 or the Antigravity A1 the better of these flying panoramic cameras?
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Home
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The Reolink Solar Floodlight Cam dazzles would-be thieves with 1,000 lumens
With a solar panel for extra power and a MicroSD card slot for local storage, it's a supremely practical way to protect your home.
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The Narwal Flow 2 an AI-forward robot vacuum and mop for deep cleaning
Narwal’s 2026 flagship robot vacuum is outfitted with video cameras and super smart AI cleaning technology to work out the best way to tackle your home.
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I asked Alexa+ to help redecorate my apartment and was pleasantly surprised
It turns out Amazon's AI-powered assistant has a much better eye for design than me — and it really loves sage green.
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UpdatedThe best home security cameras: indoor, outdoor and subscription-free cams
We've tested masses of security cameras in our own homes to bring you this guide to the very best.
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The best heart rate monitors 2026 Get pinpoint-accurate workout data
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UpdatedThe best VPN service 2026
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The best Shark vacuum cleaners for every home – tried and tested
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VPN deal of the week: Our exclusive Surfshark deal gives you year-low prices and 4 months extra protection — here's how to claim
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VPN deal of the week: Protect your WhatsApp messages beyond the username with this $40 lifetime VPN deal
WhatsApp might be improving its privacy options, but there's still more to be done.
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The best Apple AirTag sales and deals for April 2026
We'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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YouTube Premium's ad-free experience is great, but its queuing system needs work
I caved to YouTube Premium's free trial and now I see what the hype is all about, but I can't get past its poor queuing system.
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Windows 11 is so bad France is moving to Linux — and many more could follow
Is 2027 set to be the year of Linux? There are signs that this might actually be the case, for sure.
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Gucci and Google to partner on Android XR smart glasses for 2027 release
Gucci could become the first mainstream luxury brand to launch smart specs, as the company is targeting 2027 for a pair of Android XR glasses.
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Meta hikes Quest 3 and Quest 3S prices — and blames the RAM crisis
The Meta Quest 3 and Quest 3S are getting more expensive as Meta blames the RAM crisis.
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NYT Connections hints and answers for Monday, April 20 (game #1044)
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 can genuinely see Pokémon Pokopia being my Game of the Year — but I really wish it didn’t have this one issue
Pokémon Pokopia is easily one of the best games you can play on Nintendo Switch 2, but this small issue has frustrated me a few times too many.
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NYT Connections hints and answers for Sunday, April 19 (game #1043)
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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Dead as Disco is the Hi-Fi Rush successor I've been waiting for
Dead as Disco is an incredibly promising beat 'em up game, and after 20 hours of playtime in the demo, I'm convinced it'll be an instant hit.
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The Tor Project takes a major step toward launching its mobile VPN with successful Cure53 audit
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Surfshark fixes broken post-quantum VPN protocol after TechRadar investigation
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IPVanish has begun offering Amazon gift cards when you refer a friend — here's how much you could earn
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Moscow chokes international internet bandwidth in latest attack on Russian VPN users
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The end of encrypted DMs? Why Instagram is rolling back its biggest security feature
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Nearly 20% of marketing emails fail to reach recipient inboxes
Many businesses continue investing in email marketing despite weak ROI tracking, poor deliverability, and limited AI use beyond basic content generation.
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AI has 'predictable and systematic biases' when it comes to judging people
AI systems simulate human trust using structured models, producing consistent decisions that differ from human intuition and show stronger demographic biases.
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Your resume is getting rejected by machines, and tiny wording choices are deciding who gets seen
AI-driven hiring systems filter resumes using rigid keywords and formatting rules, causing qualified candidates to be rejected before human review.
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This microSD carried 5.6 million names to the Moon - and you can buy your own
The same microSD card used to take 5.6 million names to the Moon as part of the Artemis II mission is available to buy.
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