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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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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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D-Link Aquila Pro AI R95: high-speed Wi-Fi 7 at a competitive price
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‘Spicy pillows’ are the new hidden battery danger I found in my home — here’s how to dispose of them safely
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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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UpdatedThe best phone 2026
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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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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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This app finally helped me track every movie and TV show I'm watching
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NYT Strands hints and answers for Sunday, April 19 (game #777)
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Chrome’s new AI Skills feature turned my prompt idea into a reusable tool
Chrome’s AI Skills transform repeated prompts into one-click tools
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Gemini used my Google Photos library to get personal when making images
Gemini’s Personal Intelligence feature personalizes AI images by using your own Google Photos library
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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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A key Apple Watch health feature could be returning to your wrist
A legal ruling means blood oxygen measurements could return to the Apple Watch after a lengthy absence.
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The 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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I went inside Mattel and saw how Toy Story 5 toys are built — and made interactive
Behind the scenes at Mattel and the making of Toy Story 5 toys.
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I went behind the scenes at Mattel — and its new Woody and Buzz feel like they stepped out of Toy Story
Ultimate Action Woody and Buzz each boast 70+ phrases and have two modes — Alive or Toy —, with lots of tech under the hood.
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What is the release date for Daredevil: Born Again season 2 episode 6 on Disney+?
Daredevil: Born Again season 2 is about to enter the home straight — here's when its sixth episode will be released.
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All 8 episodes of new BBC crime drama Mint are now streaming on BBC iPlayer
After months of waiting, all eight episodes of new crime drama Mint are streaming on BBC iPlayer — and it might be the best creative risk the service has ever taken.
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What is the release date for The Boys season 5 episode 4 on Prime Video?
The Boys' final season reaches its midpoint with this week's entry — here's when you can watch it.
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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 warns Fire TV Stick HD buyers that they can't sideload apps
It's been confirmed that the new Amazon Fire TV Stick HD runs Vega OS and prevents sideloading.
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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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Get 3 4K Blu-rays for $33 at Amazon right now — here are my top 9 discs
Amazon's 3 for $33 4K Blu-ray sale is a great way to save big money on some excellent 4K discs, so I've picked my 9 favorites from the sale.
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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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StoryCorps and Prego made this gadget to rescue your dinner conversations
StoryCorps and Prego partnered on a limited-run Connection Keeper to help you record family dinners and leave those phones behind.
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New research suggests AirPods with cameras can't happen — unless Apple makes a few major changes
Researchers have squirrelled a tiny camera module into earbuds that allows your listening gear to see what you see — but don't get excited about AirPods with cameras just yet.
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UpdatedThe best headphones you can buy today, all tested by our experts
Here’s our pick of the best headphones you can buy today with top cans to suit your style and your budget.
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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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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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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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A key Apple Watch health feature could be returning to your wrist
A legal ruling means blood oxygen measurements could return to the Apple Watch after a lengthy absence.
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Fitbit Air: The latest Whoop rival rumors say that's the name of the mystery Fitbit — and your Fitbit Premium subscription could also change
Fitbit Premium is rumored to be rebranding as 'Google Health' alongside the latest Fitbit tracker release
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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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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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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 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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IKEA's iconic Billy bookcase has a new look, and here's how I'd style it
Over 140 million Billy bookcases have been sold worldwide, but this new blue version is a limited edition.
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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 compact camera: top choices to take anywhere
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The best headphones you can buy today, all tested by our experts
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UpdatedThe best dash cams
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The best heart rate monitors 2026 Get pinpoint-accurate workout data
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The best phone 2026
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Buying GuideThe best workout headphones for 2026
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UpdatedThe best home security cameras: indoor, outdoor and subscription-free cams
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Home Depot's spring sale is, dare I say, better than Black Friday? 40% off patio furniture, appliances, grills, and more
Home Depot's spring sale just might be better than Black Friday, thanks to huge savings on patio furniture, appliances, tools, grills, lawn mowers, and more.
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Samsung is clearing stock on its best-selling TVs — stunningly low prices on 4K, QLED, and OLED TVs
Samsung is clearing stock on its best-selling TVs to make room for its new 2026 TVs, which means you can score record-low prices on older model 4K, QLED, and OLED TVs.
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Now is your last chance to grab our EXCLUSIVE Surfshark deal — year-low prices with 4 months extra protection included
There's not long left to grab the best cheap VPN for even cheaper
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Score $200 off this pre-built gaming PC with an RTX 5060 and 32GB of DDR5 RAM at Best Buy
It's a great price for a mid-range desktop for gaming at 1080p
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Best Buy's Ultimate Upgrade sale ends soon — here are the 23 best deals I'd buy on TVs, laptops, headphones, and more
Best Buy's surprisingly strong Ultimate Upgrade Sale ends on Sunday, so I've taken another look through and picked out the 23 best deals worth buying if you're shopping for some new tech.
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This excellent value Chromebook has everything you need for work and everyday use for under $250
Simple, snappy, and now under $250 — the ASUS Chromebook CX14 Plus is a deal you can't ignore if you want an affordable laptop for work and everyday use.
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Sling TV promo codes for Apr 2026
SPONSORED 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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Private Internet Access coupon codes for Apr 2026 |
SPONSORED These Private Internet Access coupon codes can lower the price of the brand's VPN and antivirus software plan to help protect you online.
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ecoATM promo codes for Apr 2026 |
SPONSORED One of these ecoATM promo codes can help you get a better price for your old devices, including phones, tablets & MP3 players.
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SPONSORED Use one of Jackery discount codes to discount the brand's power stations & supplies, including solar generators, solar panels & accessories.
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Dreame coupon codes for Apr 2026 |
SPONSORED Find Dreame coupon codes to add to your order to lower the price of handheld and robot vacuums, hair care and air purification devices and more.
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LastPass coupons in Apr 2026 |
SPONSORED Use our LastPass coupons to save on the price of plans from the password manager software and manage your logins for less.
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MPB discount codes for Apr 2026 |
SPONSORED Add one of these MPB discount codes to your order for better-priced camera equipment, including DSLRs, compact and mirrorless models.
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Squarespace coupon codes for Apr 2026
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TechRadar's story
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TechRadar was launched in January 2008 with the goal of helping regular people navigate the world of technology. It quickly grew to become the UK's biggest consumer technology site.
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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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PUBG director shares thoughts on failed games like Concord and Highguard
PUBG director Taeseok Jang has spoken on high-profile live-service flops.
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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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Between them, the TechRadar team have 300 years' experience in tech journalism. Here's why you should trust them.
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Now is your last chance to grab our EXCLUSIVE Surfshark deal — year-low prices with 4 months extra protection included
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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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UpdatedThe best VPN service 2026
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The end of encrypted DMs? Why Instagram is rolling back its biggest security feature
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Adobe Summit 2026: we're live at Adobe's annual keynotes to hear what's new this year
Our live coverage from Adobe Summit 2026, where we expect to hear about some new agentic capabilities and see products in action at live demos.
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Hackers abuse Apple account notifications to distribute malware
Researchers found a new callback phishing campaign abusing Apple's email notification system.
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Best laptop for AutoCAD deals in 2026
Running Autodesk's legendary software? I've tracked down the best AutoCAD laptop deals and prices on our top machines.
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Vercel confirms data breach
Cloud development platform confirms theft of "non-sensitive data" and says customers were already notified.
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