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June 30
- Want to become a morning person? These 3 Alexa Skills have taken my early starts from good to great
- "We need something that's actually useful" Nanoleaf's Gimmy Chu talks smart home AI, and prioritizing function over just being cool
- Are smart home security systems more of a security risk than a benefit?
- A flexibility expert says these are the three daily stretches that will ‘benefit most people’
June 29
- Ryse SmartShades are a pricey but intuitive way to bring old-school-shades into the world of the smart home
- I used the cheapest foldable smartphone in the world — so should I kick my trusty Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 5G to the curb and replace it with Blackview's Hero 10?
- Microsoft's Copilot+ AI PCs aren't all that special right now, but there's one major reason why that's about to change
- My fake company was hit by a ransomware attack — here’s what I learned to do, and what not to do
- Even Apple Intelligence can’t save the smart home if Apple won’t fix its infuriating Home app
- Bluetooth speakers in 2024: the 5 biggest launches so far and what’s coming next
- I tried the first smartphone-based telescope and got next-level photos of the moon – next up, galaxies and nebulae
- 15 places in your home that you should be vacuuming, but probably aren't
June 27
- Kaspersky Antivirus is banned in the US – here are 3 superb alternatives
- Don't use these VPNs – 4 apps that aren't all they seem to be
- What is Surfshark?
- Is Proton VPN legit? An honest analysis of the service and its parent company
- A sleep expert recommends using this underused smartwatch feature to improve the quality of your sleep
- Stay connected while traveling with a data package from Nomad eSIM
- Netflix movie of the day: Glen Powell and Adria Arjona have killer chemistry in the assassin comedy Hit Man
- Is Apple’s smart home display just wishful thinking?
- Stay safe online at Glastonbury with a VPN
- I used Strava’s new Athlete Intelligence AI feature for a week: Here’s what happened
June 26
- 5 new A24 movies I can’t wait to watch in 2024
- The best controller for Final Fantasy 14: Dawntrail
- Trigger Warning is Netflix’s #1 movie but here are 3 better action flicks with over 90% on Rotten Tomatoes
- Not masking your email could put you at risk – here's how to fix it
- Enter now: nominate your Sustainability Heroes in this year’s TechRadar Choice Awards
- How to set up and use Garmin Pay on your Garmin Watch
June 25
- Netflix movie of the day: His House is a smart, thoughtful horror with 100% on Rotten Tomatoes
- ChatGPT still can't beat YouTube when it comes to getting how-to help
June 24
- The best Alexa Skills and commands: the most useful voice assistant tips and tricks
- I’m obsessed with bird-watching and the Bird Buddy smart bird feeder is my new, favorite gadget
- What is active noise cancellation? Everything you wanted to know about ANC headphones (but were too afraid to ask)
- ‘Walking is one of the most important things we can do for our long-term health’ – trainer shares three of her favorite lunch break walking workouts to try
June 23
- The best smart glasses 2024: the top AI and AR glasses you can find
- Virgin River season 6 on Netflix: everything we know so far
- The Spotify HiFi debacle continues, but its Supremium tier will still reel me in – here’s why
- Sony Bravia 9 vs TCL QM8 (2024) – super-bright mini-LED TVs put to the test
- Apple MacBook Pro 2024: the latest rumors and everything we know so far
- I've tested dozens of vacuum cleaners – here's why bagged models are best
June 22
- Changing the games: How Intel is powering Olympic athletes with AI
- For less than the price of a weekly shop, this smart home gadget could double your food's shelf life, reduce odor and save energy
- The Snowflake breach tells us that passwords aren't enough
- 5 tips to save money when buying a tablet
June 21
- Prime Video movie of the day: BlacKkKlansman is a powerful thriller – and a surprise Dolby Atmos showcase
- Netflix movie of the day: Moneyball is an underdog story built on Brad Pitt being super charming
- ‘Stretching needs to be a crucial part of your life’ – flexibility expert recommends these three stretches to ‘hit the whole body’
- 7 things to expect from today's Samsung Galaxy Unpacked
June 20
- 3 new Apple TV Plus shows with over 80% on Rotten Tomatoes
- The best controllers for Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree
- This excellent Nothing Ear feature changed the way I listen to music – and made me judge earbuds in a whole new way
June 19
- Can’t wait to stream Prime Video’s Bridgerton rival My Lady Jane? Here are 3 more period dramas to watch now – and one has 100% on Rotten Tomatoes
- Should I check for phone updates and when?
- 5 tips to save money when buying a phone
- What is Hi-Res Audio? Lossless music explained (and how to get it)
- Action movies are dominating Netflix’s 10 most-watched list this week – here are 2 with 96% on Rotten Tomatoes
- 7 Juneteenth shows and movies to check out with a VPN
- How the Myanmar VPN ban is plunging citizens into online darkness
- Nothing Ear vs Nothing Ear (a): how do Nothing’s 2024 earbuds compare and which should you buy?
June 18
- Netflix top 10 movies of 2024 so far — here are 3 with 90% or higher on Rotten Tomatoes
June 17
- 4 of the best cheap Bluetooth speakers to soundtrack your summer
June 16
- Tesla’s Superchargers are changing the game for Rivian and Ford’s EVs
- What are the disadvantages of a bagless vacuum cleaner?
- Instagram is tagging real photos as 'Made with AI' – and photographers aren't happy
- Sleep expert shares seven easy tips to boost your sleep, lift your mood and improve your self-control
- "You don't need an AI strategy, you need a business strategy for AI": Microsoft tells us why utilizing AI at work could not only make you more productive — but happier too
June 15
- iPad with Calculator is cool but the real AI tablet hero is Math Notes – and I can't wait to try it
- I tested a premium and budget mini-LED 4K TV side-by-side – here are the real-world differences
- This berry smoothie is full of antioxidants and tastes like summer
- Why you'll still pay Spotify $5 extra for 'HiFi' even when lossless costs nothing on Apple Music
- 5 of the best iOS 18 features
June 14
- 'A Godzilla-sized Pebble watch with a decade of improvement' – Daylight claims its tablet screen is better than E Ink, but the truth is far more complicated
- 4 ways oversharing on social media puts your privacy at risk
- Traveling to Germany for the Euros? Here's why you need a VPN
- I simulated the Euro 2024 tournament 50 times in Football Manager 2024 - here's who the game thinks will win
- A walking expert says walking 10,000 steps a day is 'irrelevant' if you’re not doing this one thing
- Slack: Why AI could actually make your work not just more productive — but actually more enjoyable too
June 13
- Greedfall 2: The Dying World - three things I loved and one that I didn’t in an early hands-on
- Waves of terror: how Still Wakes The Deep turns the North Sea into a gaming purgatory
- Excited for You season 5 on Netflix? Here are 5 thrillers with 80% and higher on Rotten Tomatoes to watch while you wait
June 12
- Under Paris is Netflix's hottest unknown shark thriller – here are 5 more fun Netflix monster movies to watch next
- These are the biggest challenges datacenters are facing right now — and the impact this has on business and the growth of artificial intelligence
- Monster Hunter Wilds looks to be a graceful evolution of the popular franchise
- Fallout 76’s lead producer on the game’s Skyline Valley update and the long journey since a rocky launch
- The Apple Journal app was a disappointment, but with the new features announced at WWDC 2024 I may be tempted back
- Phantom Blade Zero hands-on preview: a serious soulslike competitor
- Inside Out 2 on Disney Plus: expected streaming release window, new emotions and cast, and more
- "We're on an incredible journey" - why Salesforce's AI push is only just getting started
June 11
- Why is my VPN not connecting?
- Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess preview: has the potential to be a great new IP
- Dragon Age: The Veilguard preview: an emphasis on moment-to-moment action and a strong lineup of companions
- Street Fighter 6 M.Bison DLC hands-on: the franchise’s supreme villain returns
- UK lawsuit hit Grindr over HIV data sharing—here's how to protect yourself
June 10
- What is Apple Intelligence? The new Apple AI coming to your iPhone, iPad and Mac explained
- Star Wars Outlaws preview: set to deliver a scoundrel fantasy that’s a space scavenger’s dream
- Assassin's Creed Shadows preview: a bold, beautiful, and brutal journey across Feudal Japan
- Why the future of AI is nuclear
- Playable Ghouls are coming to Fallout 76, finally letting you live out your Walton Goggins fantasy
- I tried Chris Hemsworth’s Furiosa workout using just a couple of dumbbells, and it was more effective than I expected
- Hate Apple? Here are the best alternatives to the iPhone
June 9
- You don’t need a fitness tracker for zone two training – just this free trick from Harry Styles’ trainer
- tvOS 18: 6 Apple TV 4K updates we want to see at WWDC 2024
- Forget soundbars – I used a Sony TV as the main speaker in a wireless Dolby Atmos system, and got cinema-like results
June 8
- I finally tried the Meta AI in my Ray-Ban smart glasses thanks to an accidental UK launch – and it's by far the best AI wearable
- My Spotify Daylist and Blend mixes are way better since I started using this little-known feature
- This portable home cinema cost me less than $20, but now I use my laptop instead
- 5 iPhone camera features you need to know about
- Why Dell’s focus on the important things puts it in pole position for the AI age
- Euro 2024: I review TVs for a living, and here are my top 3 4K TVs for all budgets
- Final Fantasy 14: Dawntrail's first dungeon is a breathtaking, unpredictable rollercoaster ride
- Trying to walk 10,000 steps a day? These three top tips from a walking expert will help you cross the finish line
- Zero-click attacks are targeting social media - here's how to protect yourself
June 7
- Ryan Payton breaks down that Batman: Arkham Shadow story trailer for us, reveals new gameplay details, and explains why it had to be a Meta Quest 3 exclusive
- Netflix just revealed lots of great animated movies and TV shows – here are 5 I’m most excited for
- VPN vs Firewall
- The danger of data-hungry free VPNs in schools
- 4 LGBTQ shows on Netflix with over 90% on Rotten Tomatoes to stream while you wait for The Boyfriend
June 6
- Vision Pro at one – I love Apple's revolutionary headset, so why do I hardly ever use it?
- OPPO, Google, and MediaTek discuss how generative AI is transforming phones and gadgets
- Final Fantasy 14: Dawntrail preview: the sights and sounds of the New World
June 5
- 8 new horror movies on Paramount Plus, Shudder, Max and more in June 2024
- Jesper Kyd talks to us about composing for the evolving Assassin’s Creed series, his favorite game, and what it’s like to have written ‘that’ theme
- How do I tell how much suction a vacuum cleaner has?
- ‘AI brings a lot of equity to the world’: Google executive explains why smartphones are the perfect place for AI – and how AI might one day tutor your children
June 4
- You know you hate going to the gym, so you should try Quell instead, it's everything the Wii Fit dreamt of being and more
- I saw a Snapdragon X Elite laptop run Baldur’s Gate in 4K, yet Qualcomm insists it’s 'not a gaming laptop'
June 3
- I made Real Madrid disappear from the Champions League final using Oppo's AI Eraser, and now I can't trust sports photos
- Apple users are being targeted by MFA bombings - here’s how to stay safe with Avast One
- I tried CrossFit champ Mat Fraser’s go-to workout and it hit my whole body in just 20 minutes
June 2
- Marvel’s first immersive story for the Apple Vision Pro is the most fun I’ve had on the device
- I asked ChatGPT to give me a five-move full-body Pilates routine, then had a certified Pilates instructor review it
- 5 phones with the very best screens
- The Fujifilm X100VI is my first ever camera – here are five things it's taught me about photography that my smartphone can't
- Immersion, scale, and rhythmic visuals: how the Assassin’s Creed Symphonic Adventure concert raises the bar for video game music experiences
- The Northern Lights could return this week – 5 ways to plan your photo shoot
- I love Razer's Meta Quest 3 accessories, but I hate how damn expensive they are
- 5 things I expect to see at Computex 2024
June 1
- How Acer plans to ride the AI PC wave to success in 2024 and beyond
- Health insights, incredible AI and blue poop: my experience with Zoe’s at-home test kit and nutrition app
- I tried Sony and JBL's most affordable Bluetooth speakers, and this is the one I keep reaching for
- I swapped my iPhone 15 Pro for an iPhone 15 – and it was a big mistake
- I bought the cheapest Nikon Z-mount lens I could find on Amazon – here’s how it compares to pricier alternatives
- Apple wants to make iPhones that ‘never fail’ rather than ‘super-easy to repair’ devices – but it’s not that simple
- Napster launched 25 years ago today – and Spotify is making me miss it every single day
- Should I still buy the Samsung Galaxy S24?
- Targeted ads are a problem—here’s why
- “Everybody walks wrong” – This walking expert gives four tips to help improve your posture and age-proof your body
- WhatsApp encryption isn't the problem, metadata is