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Searching for the perfect cheap laptop for college? Here are our top recommendationsAny of these affordable laptops would a make stellar study buddy at college or university.
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How to pick the best Mac accessories for back-to-school seasonSupercharge your studies with the best back-to-school accessories for your Mac desktop or laptop.
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Laptops from Apple, HP, Lenovo, and more are up to 40% off in the back-to-school sales — here are the top 12 deals I'd buyI've searched through this month's back-to-school sales and picked out the 12 best laptop deals that I recommend buying if you need a new device for the upcoming school year.
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9 refurbished gadgets that'll help you ace your studies without spending a fortuneFrom convenient iPads to powerful laptops and leading smart watches, Back Market has tons of top tech for a fraction of the price of buying it new.
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How to pick the best Mac for back-to-school seasonThe best ways to save on a Mac for students, teachers and more.
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Claude will now hide an invisible watermark inside ordinary wordsAnthropic has announced that new Claude models will hide an invisible watermark inside any generated text — here’s how that’s even possible, and how OpenAI and Google might have to follow suit.
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Spotify to label AI-generated artists with new AI Persona tagsSpotify's new AI Persona tags distinguish AI-generated artists from real humans, and the platform is excluding these artists from your recommendations.
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Gemini will tell you if food is still good, but not before another important warningA simple question about the freshness of chicken salad turned into a broader learning experience about AI's own safety nets.
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How asking an AI agent to book a gym class took a turn for the worstAn AI agent hacked a gym waitlist while trying to book a class — and it reveals why we need to set clear boundaries before letting AI act for us.
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'The chicification of surveillance is deeply concerning' — why our tech is getting far too close (and what you can do about it)'The chicification of surveillance is deeply concerning'
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I compared the iPhone Ultra's rumored screen sizes to the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8
The iPhone Ultra looks set to have very similar size screens to the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8, but there could still be some notable differences.
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Wearables are making us anxious — Here’s what we can do about itWearables are designed to create healthy habits, but what happens when they end up reinforcing unhealthy behavior?
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20 years after its flashy launch, what happened to the Mac Pro?The Mac Pro would be 20 today if it hadn’t been discontinued. Here’s why Apple ditched its most powerful Mac.
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Microsoft stops recommending 32GB, as Apple reportedly struggles to get RAM32GB is the 'no-worries zone'? Not anymore as Microsoft backtracks on past RAM recommendations, while Apple's seemingly having troubles of its own.
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User shares $5 fix for AirPods Pro slipping out while running and chewingThis AirPods owner bought liquid silicone earbud replacement tips, and they've never looked back.
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Lioness season 3 has a LGBT+ representation problem — even with Taylor Sheridan's writingIt's widely known that Taylor Sheridan is adept at writing incredible female characters. But if Lioness season 3 episode 2 is anything to go by, its LGBT+ women are being let down in one key way.
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X-Men '97 season 2 ending explained: is [spoiler] really dead in the Marvel TV show?The final episode of X-Men '97 season 2 has arrived on Disney+ — here's what happens and how events set up its next chapter.
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Lioness season 3 episode 3 release date and time on Paramount+Joe's work and family lives have been blurred in near-fatal fashion, but when does Lioness season 3 episode 3 land on Paramount+?
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The Shards is now streaming on Hulu and Disney+, but when can you watch the next episode?The Shards is now streaming on Hulu and Disney+, but when can you watch the next episode?
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Reacher season 4 review: not as bad as season 2, but far from brilliant
Reacher season 4 takes its punchbag action back to the big cities — but this time, for political espionage. Does it work? Not completely, but you'll still have a good time watching.
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This massive Samsung 85-inch Micro RGB TV just got a huge $1,200 price cut on Best BuyBest Buy has just dropped the biggest discount yet on the modern Samsung Micro RGB TVs, including a massive $1,200 off the 85-inch R85H.
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The best cheap soundbars, all tested by our expertsWe’ve reviewed the best budget soundbars, from affordable Dolby Atmos models to super-cheap and simple sound upgrades, and here are our top picks.
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'It's not an OLED-killer yet': I tested Hisense’s affordable RGB TV, and while I like its picture quality and performance, it surprisingly falls short in the area I had the highest hopes for
The Hisense UR8 is one of the first affordable RGB mini-LED models available, but while it improves over mini-LED in a few ways, it struggles to impress in one key area.
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The LG C6 'sets the bar for mid-range OLED TVs' — and it's now dropped to a record-low priceThe LG C6 is currently our pick for the best OLED TV you can buy — it's now on sale for a record-low price after a massive $900 discount.
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All the new 4K Blu-Rays I'm most looking forward to trying this AugustAs TechRadar's 4K Blu-ray tester, I've picked new titles from August 2026 that I'm keen to try out as part of the Blu-ray Bounty.
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I tried a wild soundbar with moving 'kinetic fins' and it's one of the most impressive I've seenI tried Dynaudio’s huge soundbar with moving wooden fins, and was wowed by its immense power and scale.
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4 new 4K Blu-rays from July 2026 to add to your collectionIn this month's Blu-ray Bounty, there's a reference-quality animation, an animated Disney classic, arguably John Waters' biggest movie and a noir-thriller from the 1980s.
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Sonos sees your AirPods Max 2 and raises you an Ace ‘Ultra’, and the much-rumored second-generation headphones sound extremeThe Sonos Ace Ultra have been rumored and spotted in filings multiple times. So how soon can we expect them — and will they join the multi-room ecosystem?
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Samsung is 'borrowing' another AirPods feature — but it's a worthy oneWatch out AirPods Pro, Samsung Galaxy Buds’ hearing aid tech just gained official US approval and should arrive in two Pro models by the end of 2026
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UpdatedThe best Bluetooth speakers you can buy, all tested by our expertsLooking for the best Bluetooth speaker money can buy? Here are the top portable speakers on the market right now, all TechRadar tested.
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The best Beats headphones for all budgets, tested and recommended by our reviewersFrom wireless over-ear headphones to workout earbuds: there's a pair of the best Beats headphones to suit everyone.
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Spotify to label AI-generated artists with new AI Persona tags
Spotify's new AI Persona tags distinguish AI-generated artists from real humans, and the platform is excluding these artists from your recommendations.
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Beats teased new headphones then ghosted us — but now, Reddit sleuths think they’ve worked out when the new cans will landIt's been two months since we saw the new Beats headphones teased and the brand has since been silent, but Reddit sleuths have bad news as to when the cans could come.
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UpdatedThe best over-ear headphones for any budget, all tested by our expertsLooking for the best-sounding headphones? These are the cans you need to get more from your music.
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UpdatedThe best bone conduction headphones 2026: Stay aware on the road, in the pool and the officeLooking for the best bone conduction headphones to keep you aware of the outside world? Here are our top picks.
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Amazfit’s update just made its five-star fitness trackers even better valueAmazfit has added several new features to its range of fitness smartwatches, including for swimming and indoor rowing workouts.
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Why wait for the Garmin Fenix 9? Here are 10 top-tier adventure watches you can buy right now10 adventure-ready smartwatches you can buy right now — from other Garmins to Samsung, Coros and more.
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Insta360 X6 review: the new 360 camera to beat, but the price is steepInsta360's new flagship pairs larger sensors with class-leading image quality in any light, plus useful pro-level video tools.
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Insta360 X6 vs X5: I tested both 360 cameras and found the 5 upgrades that actually matterThe Insta360 X6 beats the X5 in five head-to-head tests, but the gap isn't as wide as the spec sheet suggests — here's what's actually worth paying more for
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Where, when and how to photograph the solar eclipse on August 12A solar eclipse takes place on August 12 and can be seen in its totality in parts of Europe and in part as far afield as northern North America.
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UpdatedThe best film cameras — old and new, based on in-depth testingLooking to rediscover the joys of analog photography? These are the best film cameras you can buy today, old and new.
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Shark's innovative new BlastBoss air blower that works for both indoor and outdoors just got its first ever price cutThe Shark BlastBoss air blower covers everything from a dusty keyboard to a leaf-strewn patio — and it's on sale right now at Sam's Club.
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KitchenAid KF2 review: a must-consider for coffee novices
If you don’t need all the bells and whistles of an extensive drinks menu, the KitchenAid KF2 will be an invaluable addition to your kitchen.
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UpdatedThe best food processors 2026: 6 tried and tested machines for easier food prepWe've tested the best food processors for every kind of cook, whether you need a compact model for quick prep or a powerful all-rounder for more demanding jobs.
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Dyson's latest vac is designed for those who hate emptying vacuum cleaner bins
Dyson v10 Konical + Auto-empty Dok review: interesting concept that doesn't quite sit comfortably in the home.
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UpdatedThe best budget gaming laptop in 2026: TechRadar's top tested picks for affordable gaming on the go
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The best back-to-school sales 2026: TechRadar's recommendations for laptops, headphones, essentials, and moreLooking for some essentials before you head off to school, college, or university? Here's what we'd buy if we were students this month.
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This massive Samsung 85-inch Micro RGB TV just got a huge $1,200 price cut on Best Buy
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Shark's innovative new BlastBoss air blower that works for both indoor and outdoors just got its first ever price cut
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'It's only 4x the price it should be' — Amazon's latest DDR5 RAM deal isn't convincing buyers, but it could get worse"How much?!"
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The LG C6 'sets the bar for mid-range OLED TVs' — and it's now dropped to a record-low price
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RedPocket launches back-to-school deals with 50% off cell phone plans and $150 iPhone rebates
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Someone ported Word from 1990 so it runs natively in Windows 11
Think Windows 11's Notepad is too bloated these days? Someone got an ancient version of Word running natively in Windows 11.
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Microsoft has reportedly hiked the price of a Windows 11 licenseWhat RAM crisis? Microsoft reportedly hikes cost of Windows 11 for computer makers, rubbing software salt into PC pricing wounds.
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Windows 11's Weather app comes under fire for using too much RAMWorried about the RAM crisis? Microsoft isn't, if Windows 11's Weather app is anything to go by.
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Microsoft sabotages its fix Windows 11 drive with a nasty OneDrive misfireMicrosoft needs to sort out Windows Update — we don't want random OneDrive apps shoved onto our PCs without asking.
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The Xbox Elite Series 3 seems to have leaked — and, in a twist no one expected, might have a built-in screenThe Xbox Elite Series 3 controller might have leaked... Again.
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NYT Connections hints and answers for Wednesday, August 12 (game #1158)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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Capturing the 'primal energy of Wolverine' in a new look, Sony is going all-in on Marvel’s Wolverine with a new PS5 collection that includes covers, a DualSense, and a limited-edition consoleIconic yellow with some clawmarks
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GTA 6 leverages the PS5's ultra-high-speed SSD for 'near-instant load times', but fans reckon Rockstar has been quietly revealing the game's loading screens for monthsGrand Theft Auto 6 fans think Rockstar Games has been slowly revealing the game's loading screens for months.
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The end of anonymous protest — How facial recognition puts democracy at risk
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A dangerous Zoom screen-sharing bug could have let hackers hijack other devices on a callIt doesn't matter if the attacker is the host or a participant.
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Google is building three huge new subsea cables to connect North, Central and South AmericaGoogle looks to better connect the Americas with a host of new subsea cables.
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Upgrade to 32GB for less with this Gigastone GST Game Pro DDR4 dealUpgrade your DDR4 desktop to 32GB for less with this Gigastone GST Game Pro RAM deal.
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New London data centers approved — and some are requesting 3 million liters of water per day and enough electricity to power thousands of homesThere are big concerns about water and electricity usage across three new London data center sites.
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