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The best Minecraft seeds of 2024

By Jen Allen last updated

The best Minecraft seeds below will give you somewhere new to check out, or a great starting point for your adventures ahead.

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The 10 best Minecraft texture packs 2024

By Jen Allen last updated

Here are the best Minecraft texture packs to help change the appearance of your game in 2024.

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The 10 best Minecraft shaders 2024

By Jen Allen last updated

The best Minecraft shaders in 2024 make everything look better, especially with a high-end graphics card. Here's the pick of the bunch.

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How to set up a Minecraft server in 2024

By Jen Allen last updated

Looking to set up a Minecraft server in 2024 for you and your friends? Here's how to do it.

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The 10 best Minecraft servers 2024

By Jen Allen last updated

Here are the best Minecraft servers for 2024 including Parkour-themed servers, a visit to Westeros and much more.

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Best Premium Game Server Hosting of 2024

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Updated If you’re keen to set up your own game server and you’re not afraid to throw some cash at it, one of the best premium game server hosts will put you on the right path. Here are the best picks.

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Best Rust Hosting of 2024

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Updated If you’re looking to host your own Rust server, you want the best around at an equally great price. Based on that, we’ve tracked down all the best Rust hosting providers.

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Best game server hosting of 2024

By Jen Allen published

Updated Picking one of the best game server hosts is vital if you want to spend more time gaming with your mates than tweaking settings. Here are the best options.

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Best Palworld server hosting in 2024

By Jen Allen published

Updated Due to the sudden popularity of Palworld, finding the best Palworld server is essential for stable game play.

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Shockbyte review

By Jen Allen published

Shockbyte provides everything you need to start a Minecraft server without breaking the bank.

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Groov-E Zeus DAB/FM radio clock review: Reliable and feature-packed yet dull

By Jen Allen published

The Groov-E Zeus has all the features of any great DAB/FM radio clock, but is lacking in the looks department.

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Polaroid P2 review: a fun Bluetooth speaker with so-so sound

By Jen Allen published

The Polaroid P2 is a joy to look at but lacks a few features we'd hope to see (and hear) for this price.

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Amazon Echo Dot (5th Gen) review: still small, now mightier than ever

By Jen Allen last updated

Amazon's most bijou, budget-friendly, ball-shaped smart speaker bounces back to offer even more features for the money.

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Amazon Echo Dot with Clock (5th gen) review

By Jen Allen published

Refining an already successful smart speaker with some cool extra display options… but how essential is the clock really?

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Denon Home 150

By Jen Allen published

The Denon Home 150 is an unremarkable-looking speaker but it offers plenty of ways to listen along with respectable smarts.

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6 easy ways to save money on Apple Music

By Jen Allen published

With Lossless, Hi-Res Lossless and Spatial Audio content on the menu, Apple Music's game is strong. Here's how to get a great deal on your subscription.

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5 things to consider to get the best tablet for entertainment

By Jen Allen published

Want a tablet that will level up your Netflix, Spotify and Disney Plus experience? Here's what to look out for

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