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CES 2025: all the latest news and reviews from the world's biggest tech show
It's CES time again – here's what's we've seen so far…
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The 11 most exciting tech trends of 2025, according to CES 2025
A postcard from the near future, courtesy of CES 2025
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Nobody asked for this – the 7 weirdest gadgets we saw at CES 2025
There were some strange sights in Las Vegas
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5 best headphones and earbuds of CES 2025
From magnetic fluid earbuds to wireless-charing over-ears, these stood out above the rest
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The 10 best laptops of CES 2025: from the Lenovo ThinkBook Rollable to the Razer Blade 16
Roller Blades were the notebook winners at CES this year
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Bowers & Wilkins Pi6 review: great sounding earbuds with a classy build, but too few features to trounce rivals at the level
There's no question that B&W's 'entry level' earbuds have great audio, but occasional connectivity dropouts and a few missing features mean they aren't yet rivalling class-leaders at this level.
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Yeedi M12 Ultra Plus robot vacuum review
The Yeedi M12 Ultra Plus offers fantastic cleaning and only the most necessary of features.
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Acer Aspire Vero 16 hands on: I tried the world's first oyster shell laptop
Performance bursting at the carbon-neutral seams
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Activo Q1 hybrid IEM headphones review: impressive and affordable audiophile IEMs
Astell & Kern's hi-res player now has matching high quality headphones that won't break the bank – joy!
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OnePlus 13R review: a triple threat of battery, performance, and brilliance
The OnePlus 13R keeps up with the best without splurging on the newest parts, so if you have no desire to part with an obscene amount of cash, this is a flagship killer worth considering.
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Technogym Connected Dumbbells review: Sleek AI fitness for your home... at a price
Just how good are Technogym's new Connected Dumbbells with AI?
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GE Cync Lighting Dynamic Effects Smart Bulb review: colorful, bold lighting in traditional bulb form
The GE Cync Lighting Dynamic Effects Smart Bulbs provide fantastic dynamic effects and rock solid connectivity, though it is limited to certain smart home ecosystems.
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The OnePlus Open 2 tipped to be the thinnest foldable yet – with a new titanium build
New leaks around the second foldable from OnePlus suggest it could be the best phone of this type yet.
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Tri-folds aren't experiments or fads, they're the future foldable devices need
The Huawei Mate XT made waves when it launched in China in 2024, but new rumors and demos have got me hopeful that the tri-fold story will continue.
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Here's just how thin the iPhone 17 Air could be – and it's thinner than the rumored Galaxy S25 Slim
According to a well-placed Apple analyst, the iPhone 17 Air is going to measure 5.5 mm from front to back.
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The iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max cameras could get both downgrades and upgrades this year
Some more details have emerged about the cameras on the iPhone 17 Pro and the iPhone 17 Pro Max.
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The Samsung Galaxy S25’s best feature will probably be one you can’t see
The Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset could see the base-model S25 offer similar performance to leading Pro flagships, giving S24 users a tangible reason to upgrade.
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Massive Samsung Galaxy S25 leak claims to reveal full specs and four colors for every model
These phones are launching on January 22, but we already know just about everything about them.
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The TCL 60XE switches from color to grayscale in an instant – and it's the coolest thing I saw at CES
Two display options to stretch the battery life
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Laptops & Computing
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Acer Aspire Vero 16 hands on: I tried the world's first oyster shell laptop
Performance bursting at the carbon-neutral seams
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NYT Wordle today — answer and my hints for game #1303, Sunday, January 12
Looking for Wordle hints? I can help. Plus get the answers to Wordle today and yesterday.
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Quordle today – my hints and answers for Sunday, January 12 (game #1084)
Looking for Quordle clues? We can help. Plus get the answers to Quordle today and past solutions.
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NYT Strands today — my hints, answers and spangram for Sunday, January 12 (game #315)
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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Hurry – Apple's impressive MacBook Air M2 drops to $799.99 at Amazon
$799 for the incredible Apple MacBook Air M2 at Amazon
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Generative AI should be used to transform society, not put dogs in Van Gogh paintings
I think there's more potential for generative AI to augment and improve human society than take over human tasks.
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Gaming @ 8K
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle at 8K – a fitting swansong for the Nvidia RTX 4090, or a sign that we need the RTX 5090?
MachineGames has made a stunning game that showcases some of the best graphics you'll see on PC – but can the mighty RTX 4090 cope with it at 8K?
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Apple
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Here's just how thin the iPhone 17 Air could be – and it's thinner than the rumored Galaxy S25 Slim
According to a well-placed Apple analyst, the iPhone 17 Air is going to measure 5.5 mm from front to back.
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The iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max cameras could get both downgrades and upgrades this year
Some more details have emerged about the cameras on the iPhone 17 Pro and the iPhone 17 Pro Max.
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Generative AI should be used to transform society, not put dogs in Van Gogh paintings
I think there's more potential for generative AI to augment and improve human society than take over human tasks.
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Want a cheaper Apple Pencil for your iPad? This $30 alternative comes with Find My tracking
Want a more affordable Apple Pencil alternative? ESR has you covered with the $30 Geo Digital Pencil.
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Severance creator 'has a sense' of what the Apple TV Plus show's final scene will be – and how many seasons would be 'ideal' to reach it
Severance head writer Dan Erickson has confirmed that he already knows how Apple's hit series will end.
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Streaming
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4 new Prime Video movies with over 90% on Rotten Tomatoes that I recommend watching
Four new movies on Prime Video that I'll definitely be streaming this month.
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I downloaded Mubi for the first time - here are the first 9 movies I added to my watchlist with over 90% on Rotten Tomatoes
Mubi is one of those hidden gem streaming services, and after downloading it for the first time, I've added these 9 movies straight to my watchlist with over 90% on Rotten Tomatoes.
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Creature Commandos season 2: everything we know so far about the DCU TV show's next chapter on Max
Creature Commandos season 2 is officially in development – here's what we know so far.
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The best Paramount Plus shows: 24 terrific series to stream in January 2025
These are the best Paramount Plus shows to watch right now on one of the world's leading streaming platforms.
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The best Paramount Plus movies: 22 great films to stream in January 2025
These are the best Paramount Plus movies to stream today, spanning a variety of genres for wherever you are in the world.
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TVs
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The 2025 Super Bowl is one month away – here are 9 TV deals I'd buy right now
This year's Super Bowl is exactly one month away and I'm rounding up the 9 best TV deals I recommend buying right now.
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The 7 best projectors at CES 2025
CES is the top venue for new TV launches, but this year's show also featured an impressive number of projectors.
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The best 65-inch TV 2025
We pick out the best 65-inch 4K TVs to complete your home theater setup, no matter how much you want to spend.
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Hisense’s L9Q laser TV is the best new projector I saw at CES 2025 and beats most OLED TVs
Hisense's new LQ9 laser projector is one of the brightest I've ever seen.
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5 TV innovations I saw at CES 2025 that will shape the next generation of TVs
From new backlights to wireless connections and fewer reflections.
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Samsung unveils an 8K TV with an RGB micro-LED backlight at CES, and it could arrive as early as this year
The prototype RGB micro-LED TV could be Samsung's 2025 flagship model
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I saw Hisense's RGB mini-LED TV, and this vividly colorful set is the future of TV
I got to see Hisense's new TriChroma mini-LED TV and its groundbreaking RBB Local Dimming Technology is the real deal.
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Audio
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Bowers & Wilkins Pi6 review: great sounding earbuds with a classy build, but too few features to trounce rivals at the level
There's no question that B&W's 'entry level' earbuds have great audio, but occasional connectivity dropouts and a few missing features mean they aren't yet rivalling class-leaders at this level.
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5 best headphones and earbuds of CES 2025
From magnetic fluid earbuds to wireless-charing over-ears, these stood out above the rest
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The 5 best speakers of CES 2025
Unique designs and fine audio quality.
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This modern cassette player with Bluetooth (and matching retro wireless headphones) might've been my favorite music experience at CES 2025
A rechargeable tape player with Bluetooth headphones with recording capabilities.
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Activo Q1 hybrid IEM headphones review: impressive and affordable audiophile IEMs
Astell & Kern's hi-res player now has matching high quality headphones that won't break the bank – joy!
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The 5 best turntables and accessories of CES 2025
Vinyl players that are the cream of the crop
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I love Dolby Atmos, but there’s a new AI alternative for immersive audio that’s making waves
Audioscenic's AI head-tracking immersive audio technology is finally becoming more widely available.
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Health & Fitness
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CES 2025 has shown me the future of AI in fitness, and it's hilariously unimaginative
I don't think AI fitness kit is interesting, and CES 2025 did nothing to change my mind.
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Garmin Instinct 2 vs Garmin Instinct 3: what’s changed?
Should you buy the Garmin Instinct 2 or the Instinct 3? We break it down.
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Forget AI fitness coaches – 2025 trends show personal training could make a comeback thanks to this pandemic-era relic
A new study has revealed
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Cameras
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DJI's Mic Mini might just have met its match: the tiny, logo-free Hollyland Lark M2S wireless mic
Hollyland announces the new Lark M2S wireless mic which is discreet, logo-free and weighs just 7g, set to rival DJI and Rode.
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The Fujifilm X100VI could get a big new retro rival soon – based on an all-time classic Olympus film camera
OM System could finally deliver since acquiring Olympus, and 2025 is the perfect time for it.
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The best cameras for vlogging 2025 following in-depth testing
Our guide to the best cameras for vlogging in 2025 rounds up all of our top picks for on-the-move video creators, at all price points.
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Am I seeing things? The Fujifilm X100VI is finally in stock at a major retailer today
The camera is in stock for the UK and things are looking up elsewhere too
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Home
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I took a pie-making course, and it changed everything I thought I knew about pastry
Four key baking lessons I took home (along with a heap of delicious pies).
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Yeedi M12 Ultra Plus robot vacuum review
The Yeedi M12 Ultra Plus offers fantastic cleaning and only the most necessary of features.
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Beard trimmer vs electric shaver: what’s the difference, and which should you buy?
Learn how to pick the right device for your grooming needs.
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5 hot coffee innovations from CES – from condensing espresso machines to super-fast cold brew
The best new tech we've seen at CES 2025 coming to your kitchen counter soon.
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Buying guides
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The best noise-cancelling earbuds 2025
These best noise-cancelling earbuds block out the world without the bulk of over-ear headphones.
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The best budget wireless earbuds 2025
The best budget wireless earbuds you can buy today, with options from Sony, Nothing, EarFun, JLab and more.
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The best 65-inch TV 2025
We pick out the best 65-inch 4K TVs to complete your home theater setup, no matter how much you want to spend.
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The best MP3 player for 2025
Looking for the best portable hi-res music player? Here's our pick of digital audio players from Astell & Kern, Sony and more.
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Buying Guide
The best workout headphones for 2025
Whether you're a fitness fanatic or a fair weather runner, the best workout headphones will elevate the way you exercise.
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The best blender 2025: powerful home blenders tested and reviewed
Blenders from big brands including Nutribullet, KitchenAid and Smeg, recommended by experts.
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The best travel headphones 2025, chosen by our jet-setting reviewers
Mute planes, trains and automobiles with our top travel headphones and earbuds, from Sony, Bose, Sennheiser and more.
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Deals
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The 2025 Super Bowl is one month away – here are 9 TV deals I'd buy right now
This year's Super Bowl is exactly one month away and I'm rounding up the 9 best TV deals I recommend buying right now.
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Roomba for under $150: this entry-level robot vacuum just dropped back to its Black Friday price
Great choice for first-time owners
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Hurry – Apple's impressive MacBook Air M2 drops to $799.99 at Amazon
$799 for the incredible Apple MacBook Air M2 at Amazon
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Walmart's weekend sale is live – here are 27 clearance deals I'd buy before they're gone
Walmart's weekend sale is live and I'm rounding up the 27 best deals I'd buy with my own money.
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Huge phone sale at AT&T, Mint Mobile, and Samsung: see this weekend's 7 best deals
It's a great time to consider upgrading thanks to a wide range of excellent phone deals this weekend.
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Back to Black Friday: the new Apple Watch 10 drops back to its lowest price yet
Start the New Year with Apple's best all-rounder smartwatch
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Sling TV Promo Codes for January 2025
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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Peacock TV Promo Codes for January 2025
Use one of our Peacock TV promo codes to save on your streaming subscription and get the best price on your monthly fees.
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Mattress Firm Coupons for January 2025
These Mattress Firm coupons can help you save big on your next bedding purchase from sheets, pillows, mattresses, and more.
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LastPass Coupons for January 2025
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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Dell Coupon Codes for January 2025
These Dell coupon codes can be used to get better prices on Dell laptops, PCs, computing peripherals & more.
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Autodesk Promo Codes for January 2025
These Autodesk promo codes can help you save money on architectural, engineering software & more.
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Software
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Generative AI should be used to transform society, not put dogs in Van Gogh paintings
I think there's more potential for generative AI to augment and improve human society than take over human tasks.
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I can’t decide if I love or hate this always-listening AI assistant from CES 2025
I can't decide if Bee is the device everyone should own, or no one.
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TCL has 3 new smart glasses which are all in the running for the best of 2025 already
TCL announces three very different smart specs at CES to suit every type of smart glasses wearer.
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Fed up with Copilot in Windows 11? Microsoft pushing a new keyboard shortcut for the AI isn’t likely to help, and it could mess with your desktop mojo
When you next update the Copilot app in Windows 11, you might see a pop-up nudging you to use a new shortcut.
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Hori Fighting Stick Alpha review: a solid mid-range fight stick with a pretty tough price tag
The Hori Fighting Stick Alpha would be a great entry-level fight stick, but its high price and arguably outdated button layout make it harder to recommend to newcomers.
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NYT Connections today — my hints and answers for Sunday, January 12 (game #581)
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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Ayaneo Pocket Micro review: a tiny Android tablet ideal for emulation
The Ayaneo Pocket Micro delivers a superb Game Boy experience in a cute, portable package that’s well worth the modest asking price.
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Razer’s heated (and cooled!) gaming chair is hands down the best thing I tried at CES 2025
I tried Razer’s gaming chair that can be heated or cooled, and it might be the best thing I saw at CES 2025.
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VPN
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What is PIA's MACE feature
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Why should you clear your cache and cookies?
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Pakistan's quest to regulate VPN usage is still up and running
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After TikTok, Venezuela blocks VPN websites
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Want to make your own VPN? It's trickier than you think
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Pakistan telecom authority blames VPN usage for slow internet speeds
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The best VPN service 2025
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Framework will debut its first RISC-V laptop in 2025, but is the architecture really ready for primetime?
The laptop mainboard will be made by RISC-V developer DeepComputing.
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This Lenovo AI headphone prototype will transform you into a language expert at work, and I can't wait to try it
Lenovo's AI headphone prototype offers real-time translation, voice cloning, and health monitoring
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LG’s new 6K screen has a Thunderbolt 5 port and could be a great competitor for Apple’s Pro Display XDR
The UltraFine 32U990A is a serious competitor to Apple’s Pro Display XDR.
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SanDisk jumps on creator bandwagon with new storage products which look just like the old ones
Buying non-Creator branded products will net you some serious savings.
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