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Sony FE 100mm f/2.8 Macro GM OSS review: a flawless, premium lens for macro fans
The Sony FE 100mm f/2.8 Macro GM OSS is the update to its 10-year-old predecessor, and it's the lens Sony macro lovers have been dreaming of.
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Agatha Christie's Seven Dials review: Netflix doesn't make a weak crime story any better
As a former Agatha Christie-obsessed teenager, it breaks my heart to report that Seven Dials on Netflix is a criminal adaptation of a master at work.
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Kodak Charmera review: the viral keychain digital camera is so bad, that I actually love it
Kodak, the prominent producer of cheap compact cameras, goes even smaller and cheaper with the Charmera keychain camera
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HP Omen Max 16 gaming laptop review
The HP Omen Max 16 is a powerful gaming laptop that offers excellent performance for a very competitive price - but the design is dated.
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Ninja BlendBOSS Tumbler Blender review: a cooler way to make silky smoothies
Whip up your favorite smoothies and shakes at home, then take them anywhere with the BlendBOSS's 26oz travel tumbler.
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A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms review: HBO Max's new Game of Thrones show is a timely and triumphant underdog story for the ages
A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms is a near-medieval masterpiece that stands tall among its Game of Thrones peers.
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Tribit QuietPlus 81 review: cheap ANC headphones with a few too many flaws
I tested these ultra-cheap noise cancelling headphones from Tribit, and they prove that a low price doesn’t mean you’re getting high value for money.
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What is the oldest phone you can still use in 2026?
From iPhone to Galaxy to Google Pixel, these are the oldest phones you can still use day-to-day.
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The hidden iPhone setting that instantly turns your phone into a sleep machine
The iPhone has a hidden sound library that not enough people know about. Here's how you can use it to help sleep better and work more efficiently.
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Look out Mint - Metro by T-Mobile's new deal gets you an unlimited data plan for just $25 per month
Metro by T-Mobile has just debuted its best-ever batch of deals for new customers this week, with seriously cheap plans across the board.
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2016 is back in fashion — here are the phones we were using for Vine, Snapchat filters, and Pokemon Go
The web is alive with the sound of 2016 nostalgia – let’s take a look back at the best phones of our favorite era.
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Verizon offers customers $20 credit after major outage — but is it enough?
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New customers at Verizon can get $200 with a new line, plus a free iPhone 17 Pro Max and other excellent deals
Verizon's excellent bonus gift for new customers is a great option - don't hesitate to switch if you want a $200 egift card for cheaper bills.
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‘That model has finally broken': Nothing CEO says the era of bargain smartphones is over – and that its prices could jump by 30%
Nothing's CEO says the 'specs race' is over, as rising memory prices mean 'intentional design' is more important than ever.
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Save a massive $400 on the powerful and four-star-rated Dell 16 Plus laptop at Best Buy
The Dell 16 plummets back to the record-low price we saw it drop to last year in the Best Buy Winter Sale.
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Rumor: Nvidia has 'essentially killed off' RTX 5070 Ti and 5060 Ti 16GB GPU
You might want to move fast to grab a mid-range GPU, if you're after an Nvidia card, that is.
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Quordle hints and answers for Friday, January 16 (game #1453)
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 16 (game #684)
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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Owner of big gaming platform GOG can't believe how bad Windows 11 is
Windows 11 is taking a lot of heat these days, and GOG ('Good Old Games') is the latest to fire flak at Microsoft's OS.
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How human motion is fueling the robot revolution — by teaching robots like Atlas to move in lifelike ways
Atlas and other humanoid robots are trained to learn complex human movements using VR and motion capture.
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NYT Wordle today — answer and my hints for game #1671, Thursday, January 15
Looking for Wordle hints? I can help. Plus get the answers to Wordle today and yesterday.
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The hidden iPhone setting that instantly turns your phone into a sleep machine
The iPhone has a hidden sound library that not enough people know about. Here's how you can use it to help sleep better and work more efficiently.
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2016 is back in fashion — here are the phones we were using for Vine, Snapchat filters, and Pokemon Go
The web is alive with the sound of 2016 nostalgia – let’s take a look back at the best phones of our favorite era.
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Apple Notes could be my go-to life organizer with this big iOS 26.4 upgrade
A report claims that Apple Notes will get a Google Gemini-powered upgrade in iOS 26.4
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6 popular Apple apps now need a subscription to get every new feature
Apple’s Creator Studio subscription locks features behind a paywall and comes with some unpopular new icons.
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You can still get the MacBook Air M4 for $199 with a trade at Best Buy
Best Buy's current deal is a match for the best we've ever seen
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UpdatedEuphoria season 3: everything we know about the popular HBO Max show’s return
Euphoria season 3 will arrive on Max next April – here's what we know about it so far.
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UpdatedAll the ways you can get an Apple TV free trial in 2026
You can still get an Apple TV free trial in 2026 – here are all the ways you can try out Apple's streaming service.
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The Bride! trailer reminded me of these 3 classic movies you can stream now
Maggie Gyllenhaal's next movie The Bride! just released its first trailer, and it reminds me of these three classic movies – here's where to stream them.
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Amazon unveils perfect first photo of Sophie Turner's Lara Croft for Tomb Raider show
Tomb Raider fans have walked back on their criticism of Sophie Turner playing Lara Croft after Amazon released the show's first official image.
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A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms was almost a HBO Max movie, creator reveals
The new Game of Thrones show's creator explains why it won't be released all at once – and how it almost saw the light of day as a movie instead.
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OLED-beating NanoLED TVs could come in 2029, says a big company in the game
QD-EL works like OLED, but could be brighter and more efficient – and it may not be a pip-dream any more
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Samsung S95H - here's everything we know about the 2026 flagship OLED
Everything we know about the Samsung S95H, the 2026 flagship OLED TV that Samsung revealed at CES.
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Prep for the Super Bowl with these 15 incredible TV deals I've found at Best Buy — shop 4K, QLED, and OLED displays from $80
If you're looking for a new TV for the Super Bowl, Best Buy has some incredible deals, and I'm rounding up my 15 favorite, including up to 50% off 4K, QLED, and OLED displays.
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UpdatedThe best gaming TV for all budgets, all real-world tested by our experts
Our guide to finding the best gaming TV for your PS5, Xbox Series X, PC or even last-gen console that will suit all budgets.
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The best 4K Blu-ray players: Ultra HD marvels chosen by our experts
Streaming services are popular, but there's no better way to watch movies than with the best 4K Blu-ray players.
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Amazon is bringing 50 Roku channels to Fire TV, and they're completely free to stream.
Fire TV is getting another slew of free streaming channels, now you can watch The Roku Channel without a Roku device.
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Fender's Play platform is coming to Samsung TVs everywhere – grab your axe by summer 2026
Fender Play is making its TV debut — get ready to shred, only on Samsung screens
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Roland's cheap new Bluetooth speaker is for performing as well as chilling
The Roland Cube Street Mini looks like the perfect portable PA for street musicians and smaller spaces
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OpenAI is developing an AI wearable with a strange twist, new leak claims
OpenAI’s next wearable looks like Apple’s AirPods and will give you constant access to ChatGPT.
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Spotify is hiking its prices again – here's how much you'll soon be paying
There's another Spotify price hike on the way, and we can't say we're entirely surprised.
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As Bandcamp posts a short, two-point policy banning AI music on its site, I wonder why it's so hard for Spotify…
Bandcamp just showed Spotify how it's done, banning 'any use of AI tools to impersonate other artists or styles'
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Sony teases launch of 'a new form of listening' – here's what we think it is
Sony is teasing a new product launch for next week, and tipsters are predicting that it's for the Sony LinkBuds Clip.
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I'm prepared to die for these limited edition Hatsune Miku Sony earbuds and I don't care who knows it
Sony has unveiled a new limited edition Hatsune Miku variant of its LinkBuds Fit earbuds.
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Pro-Ject is Box-ing clever with two new head-fi amps
Pro-Ject's new balanced headphone amps promise to get the best from even hard-to-drive headphones
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Buying GuideThe best swimming headphones 2026: Top waterproof bone conduction headphones
Listen to your favorite tunes as you swim with the best swimming headphones and earbuds.
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How human motion is fueling the robot revolution — by teaching robots like Atlas to move in lifelike ways
Atlas and other humanoid robots are trained to learn complex human movements using VR and motion capture.
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New report identifies the most data-hungry fitness apps
Surfshark analyzed 16 different fitness apps, and ranked them by most to least data collection.
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Sony FE 100mm f/2.8 Macro GM OSS review: a flawless, premium lens for macro fans
The Sony FE 100mm f/2.8 Macro GM OSS is the update to its 10-year-old predecessor, and it's the lens Sony macro lovers have been dreaming of.
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UpdatedThe best bird feeder cameras we've tested for birdwatching at home
If you want to see which feathered friends are visiting your garden, we've reviewed the best bird feeder cameras for you
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UpdatedToday's best cameras for vlogging, recommended based on in-depth testing
My guide to the best cameras for vlogging rounds up all of our top picks for on-the-move video creators, at all price points.
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UpdatedThe best compact camera: top choices to take anywhere
Our best compact camera guide will help you find the right pocket camera for you, whatever your budget.
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Got a Nespresso machine? These 5 tricks and tips will help you make the most of it, and enjoy better-tasting coffee every morning
Are you getting the best possible flavor from your Nespresso capsules? This quick guide will help ensure that you do.
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IKEA's official color of 2026 is Rebel Pink — here are 21 ways to add this rosy hue to your kitchen
Add an unexpected splash of modern blush pink to your kitchen for a touch of warmth.
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This viral smart scale has over 350,000 five-star reviews on Amazon — and it's on sale for only $19.99
The viral Renpho smart scale is feature-packed with over 350,000 positive reviews on Amazon, and it's on sale for only $19.99.
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IKEA's new compact microwave and air fryer combo might be the only cooker your kitchen needs
Imagine what you could do with all that extra space
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UpdatedThe 8 best ecommerce platforms of 2026
We list the best ecommerce platforms, helping you find the best solution to get selling online.
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The best bird feeder cameras we've tested for birdwatching at home
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The best swimming headphones 2026: Top waterproof bone conduction headphones
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Today's best cameras for vlogging, recommended based on in-depth testing
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The best compact camera: top choices to take anywhere
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The best gaming TV for all budgets, all real-world tested by our experts
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Save a massive $400 on the powerful and four-star-rated Dell 16 Plus laptop at Best Buy
The Dell 16 plummets back to the record-low price we saw it drop to last year in the Best Buy Winter Sale.
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All the ways you can get an Apple TV free trial in 2026
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This viral smart scale has over 350,000 five-star reviews on Amazon — and it's on sale for only $19.99
The viral Renpho smart scale is feature-packed with over 350,000 positive reviews on Amazon, and it's on sale for only $19.99.
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Prep for the Super Bowl with these 15 incredible TV deals I've found at Best Buy — shop 4K, QLED, and OLED displays from $80
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New customers at Verizon can get $200 with a new line, plus a free iPhone 17 Pro Max and other excellent deals
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Owner of big gaming platform GOG can't believe how bad Windows 11 is
Windows 11 is taking a lot of heat these days, and GOG ('Good Old Games') is the latest to fire flak at Microsoft's OS.
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Meta just killed my Meta Quest 4 hype, as it culls several VR game studios
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The 5 best smart glasses from CES 2026, including the first with HDR10
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These nine hidden Nintendo Switch 2 features can help your console last longer, save you money, and more
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This new Decky Loader plugin is possibly the best one yet for SteamOS
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"No meaningful changes" – Venezuelans still need a VPN to access X
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ExpressVPN finally launches a business VPN to take on NordLayer
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NordVPN vs Proton VPN — which provider is better for you?
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"Workarounds are very limited" – VPNs stop working in Uganda as internet connectivity drops
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Security researchers warn Telegram links can doxx you – even with a VPN
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'Our viewpoint is that we are trying to help consumers around the world': Micron finally breaks silence on claims it abandoned customers by dropping the Crucial memory brand
Micron confirms Crucial exit while emphasizing ongoing consumer support, highlighting enterprise DRAM growth and persistent shortages through at least 2028.
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Google Meet can now automatically detect when you're in a conference room
Google plans on stopping all unnecessary echoes in Meet by getting users to join via Companion Mode automatically.
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IBM wants to give businesses and governments more control over AI data
Enterprises and governments can build, deploy, and manage AI-ready sovereign environments with IBM Sovereign Core.
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UpdatedThe 8 best ecommerce platforms of 2026
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