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After I tried the Anker Laptop Power Bank I'll never again worry about forgetting to pack my charging cord
The Anker Laptop Power Bank seems to tick all the boxes for those with demanding requirements – but does the performance live up to expectations?
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Amazfit Up review: Budget-friendly open ear buds with a surprisingly good fit
Keep your expectations in check, and the Amazfit Up might surprise you – these budget open-ear buds offer comfort and decent sound for the price.
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Thanks to its pioneering navigation system, the Roborock Saros 10R is the only robot vacuum I've tested that can make it under my low TV cabinet
The Roborock Saros 10R has a cutting-edge navigation system that does away with the raised central puck – and it works a treat.
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I tested the Flashback ONE35 "re-disposable" camera, and it's a novel idea let down by a shoddy app
The retro Camp Snap is a digital compact camera without a screen, and it’s just what you need.
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I love the feel of the Logitech POP Mouse, but it does miss out on a few features
The Logitech POP Mouse is a fun-size mouse with a small price – but does that mean it’s worth your money?
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I used the Asus Chromebook CM14 for everything from productivity to gaming and found its performance as light as its weight
The Asus Chromebook CM14 is one cheap Chromebook – but does it represent good value?
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I’ve used the Galaxy S25 for a week and it’s the fastest small phone I’ve tested, but I’d trade some speed for newer cameras
There’s not a lot that’s new, but the Galaxy S25 is simply the best small Android phone you can buy right now.
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I tried the Oppo Find N5, the world’s thinnest folding phone – and the Galaxy Z Fold 6 doesn't even come close
I went hands-on with the Oppo Find N5, the world’s new thinnest foldable, to get to grips with its design, and it feels impossibly thin.
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After I tried the Anker Laptop Power Bank I'll never again worry about forgetting to pack my charging cord
The Anker Laptop Power Bank seems to tick all the boxes for those with demanding requirements – but does the performance live up to expectations?
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The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra is still full price and I don't know what Samsung's playing at
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is out alongside the rest of the Galaxy S25 lineup, but Samsung is still selling the Galaxy S24 Ultra directly for full price – what’s going on?
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Google Pixel 9a leak suggests it’ll fix a design quirk of its predecessor
A leaked Pixel 9a render suggests the bezels might be more uniform, and that the selfie camera could be getting an upgrade.
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A near-complete Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge specs list has leaked, pointing to an even slimmer design than expected
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge could be just 5.84mm thick, and loads of its specs have now leaked.
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Verizon just quietly launched its best iPhone 16 deal ever - it's now easier to get this flagship for free
Verizon just low-key changed its iPhone 16 deal to make it better than ever before - here's how.
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How to customize Camera Control on your iPhone 16: change click speed, lock exposure, and more
The iPhone’s Camera Control can be customized to work better for you. Here’s how you do it.
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From which laptop to buy to productivity tips for Windows and macOS – we have it all covered
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Quordle hints and answers for Tuesday, February 11 (game #1114)
Looking for Quordle clues? We can help. Plus get the answers to Quordle today and past solutions.
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NYT Strands hints and answers for Tuesday, February 11 (game #345)
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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Save $200 on this brilliant Apple MacBook Air in the Best Buy Presidents' Day sale
The Apple MacBook Air 13-inch M2 is an older MacBook Air but one that still offers great performance. It's on sale now at Best Buy for $200 off.
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If you want to know who will win the AI wars, just watch these two Super Bowl ads from Google and ChatGPT
Google's Pixel Gemini Live Super Bowl ad made me weepy while ChatGPT's game ad left me cold.
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Microsoft could give Windows 11 PCs a new option for the Copilot key – but don't get too excited just yet
You can already remap the Copilot key to launch a limited selection of apps, but a new option could soon be on the table.
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Where to buy Nvidia RTX 5090: these are the retailers I'd check
The Nvidia RTX 5090 is an absolute powerhouse of a GPU, and it's unsurprisingly going to be in high demand. Here's where we recommend you look for one.
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Sam Altman says AI is progressing faster than Moore’s law as he predicts AGI is ‘coming into view’, and it's leaving me worried about the future
Sam Altman's latest blog post has a few concerning predictions.
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All the latest news, rumors, reviews, opinion, and how-to advice about the tech giant
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How to customize Camera Control on your iPhone 16: change click speed, lock exposure, and more
The iPhone’s Camera Control can be customized to work better for you. Here’s how you do it.
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Severance director Ben Stiller says work is underway on season 3's scripts – and he hopes it won't take three years to make
Apple hasn't renewed Severance for a third season yet, but its creative team is already hard at work on developing it.
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7 new movies and TV shows to stream on Netflix, Prime Video, Max, and more this weekend (February 7)
From the return of the best superhero show to top-tier movies, here's what's worth watching this weekend.
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Severance season 2 episode 4 ending explained: 3 big mysteries solved in Woe's Hollow and 5 new questions I have about the hit Apple TV Plus show
Shocked and confused about what happened in Severance season 2 episode 4? I'm here to help.
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iOS 19 could give our iPhones a long-awaited redesign, according to the new Invites and leaked Camera apps
The design of Apple’s Invites app could hint at what we will see when iOS 19 launches
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Your guide to what to watch and how to watch it
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Netflix's new crime drama Apple Cider Vinegar is the latest female fraudster series that I can't get enough of
Apple Cider Vinegar is the latest Netflix dramatization about a scammer's wellness industry scandal that I can't get enough of.
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'It's news to us': Black Panther 3 producer responds to rumors that the Marvel movie's titular hero will be played by a different actor for the third time
Black Panther 3 is officially in development, but its producer says Marvel still hasn't thought about recasting T'Challa yet.
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5 great free movies to stream on Tubi, Pluto TV, Plex and more this week (February 10)
From iconic fantasy adventures to gritty historical dramas, there’s plenty to watch on the best free streaming services this week.
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Exclusive
'Our goal is to make the best movie possible': Captain America: Brave New World director and producer address the Marvel film's extensive reshoots and poor test screening rumors
Captain America 4's chief creative team have responded to the incessant rumors about its supposedly troubled development.
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3 movies leaving Netflix with over 85% on Rotten Tomatoes that you won't want to miss
Catch these three highly-rated movies before they leave Netflix throughout February.
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Discover the best TVs, soundbars and home theater systems for every budget and need with our in-depth reviews and explainers
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New cheaper blue OLED material breakthrough could be great news for OLED TVs – and every other device
Researchers have discovered a new material for producing blue OLED pixels – which could help bring down the price of new TVs.
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Win or lose... Super Bowl Sunday is the last day to get a free Samsung TV from Best Buy
Buy a Samsung 85-inch 4K TV and get another TV absolutely free
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LG C5: everything we know so far about LG's mid-range OLED TV
Revealed at CES 2025, the LG C5 OLED is the latest in the LG OLED C-series. Here's everything we know about it so far.
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What is QD-OLED? The hybrid OLED TV tech explained
QD-OLED is a display tech powering some of today's top TVs. We take a look at how it differs from conventional OLED TV tech.
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Samsung's massive Super Bowl TV sale is ending soon – save up to $4,000 while you can
Samsung's massive Super Bowl TV sale is ending soon, and I'm rounding up the best deals, with up to $4,000 in savings on 4K, QLED, and OLED displays.
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The 23 best Super Bowl TV sales still live: I’ve hand-picked the top last-minute deals
Super Bowl TV sales are ending soon, so I've hand-picked today's best last-minute deals on 4K, QLED and OLED displays.
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Amazon's Android TV update hints at new Fire TV devices – maybe at the next-gen AI Alexa event soon
It looks like Amazon is plowing ahead with new Fire TV devices for Android 14, and we might see them soon.
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Level up your listening experience with the best headphones, wireless earbuds, Bluetooth speakers, Sonos and more
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Deals
The best AirPods 4 deals and prices for February 2025
This is your guide to the best AirPods 4 deals, with all the best prices around the web on Apple's latest earbuds.
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'Our core experience still needs significant improvement': Sonos is changing its whole structure to win back your trust, and promises to be 'scrappier and more focused'
A broader view of hardware and software is coming (or, perhaps, coming back)
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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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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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Sennheiser's new affordable HD 505 headphones are here, and I compared them to the HD 600
I tried the new open-back wired over-ears against my favorite step-up model.
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The impressive Sonos Roam drops to a super-cheap $99 at Best Buy
Best buy deal sees the Sonos Roam drop below $100 for the first time
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The best Bluetooth speakers 2025
Looking 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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Your expert guide to the latest fitness tech – from running watches to treadmills and electric bikes to wearables
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The best Apple Watch 10 deals and prices for February 2025
Apple Watch 10 deals are officially available, and I'm rounding up the best prices so that you can save on Apple's latest smartwatch.
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Preorder deals
The best Apple Watch 9 deals and prices for February 2025
We're rounding up all the best Apple Watch 9 deals with price cuts around the web on Apple's latest smartwatch.
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Amazfit Up review: Budget-friendly open ear buds with a surprisingly good fit
Keep your expectations in check, and the Amazfit Up might surprise you – these budget open-ear buds offer comfort and decent sound for the price.
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In-depth reviews of the latest camera, drones, and more to help you improve your imaging
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The best waterproof cameras for 2025, following rigorous real-world testing
Water, drops, ice cold temperatures... the best waterproof cameras can take anything you can throw at them.
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I tested the Flashback ONE35 "re-disposable" camera, and it's a novel idea let down by a shoddy app
The retro Camp Snap is a digital compact camera without a screen, and it’s just what you need.
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Forget Fujifilm, I've retested 2013's Nikon Df DSLR and it's the ultimate retro camera for these 6 reasons
2013's Nikon Df is the only retro-style DSLR in existence, capable of shooting 16MP full-frame stills, but with no video capabilities at all.
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I can't believe I'm saying this – OM System's new OM-3 is my dream retro camera, but I won't be buying it
The OM System OM-3 is a stunning camera but here's why I'll be waiting it out before committing.
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With everything from vacuum cleaner recommendations to air fryer advice and recipes, we have all your home appliance needs covered
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Presidents' Day appliance sales 2025: the best deals available now
Our guide on where to find all of the Presidents' Day appliance sales this month.
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Thanks to its pioneering navigation system, the Roborock Saros 10R is the only robot vacuum I've tested that can make it under my low TV cabinet
The Roborock Saros 10R has a cutting-edge navigation system that does away with the raised central puck – and it works a treat.
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Save an extra 2% off all Beatbot products with our exclusive code
Save an extra 2% off all BeatBot products with our exclusive code
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The best blender 2025: powerful home blenders recommended by experts
Blenders from big brands including Breville, Vitamix, and Nutribullet, tested and rated.
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Comprehensive advice based on expert testing – discover which products deserve your money
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The best free VPN in 2025
With so many scams, only the best free VPNs are worth your time. Find out how PrivadoVPN and Proton VPN's free tiers compare to all the rest, and read our top tips for the best VPN alternatives.
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The best waterproof cameras for 2025, following rigorous real-world testing
Water, drops, ice cold temperatures... the best waterproof cameras can take anything you can throw at them.
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The best blender 2025: powerful home blenders recommended by experts
Blenders from big brands including Breville, Vitamix, and Nutribullet, tested and rated.
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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 15 best PS4 games in 2025
The best PS4 games give you the best experience on the console and demonstrate why the console was a global multimillion-seller.
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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 Bluetooth speakers 2025
Looking 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 Apple Watch 10 deals and prices for February 2025
Apple Watch 10 deals are officially available, and I'm rounding up the best prices so that you can save on Apple's latest smartwatch.
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Deals
The best AirPods 4 deals and prices for February 2025
This is your guide to the best AirPods 4 deals, with all the best prices around the web on Apple's latest earbuds.
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Preorder deals
The best Apple Watch 9 deals and prices for February 2025
We're rounding up all the best Apple Watch 9 deals with price cuts around the web on Apple's latest smartwatch.
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Best Buy's mega Presidents' Day sale starts now – here are the 24 best deals I'd buy on TVs, laptops, appliances, and more
Get up to 40% off appliances, TVs, laptops, headphones, and more
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Save $200 on this brilliant Apple MacBook Air in the Best Buy Presidents' Day sale
The Apple MacBook Air 13-inch M2 is an older MacBook Air but one that still offers great performance. It's on sale now at Best Buy for $200 off.
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Presidents' Day appliance sales 2025: the best deals available now
Our guide on where to find all of the Presidents' Day appliance sales this month.
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All the latest discount codes to help you buy what you want at the best possible price
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Sling TV Promo Codes for February 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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Xfinity Mobile Promo Codes for February 2025
You can use these Xfinity Mobile promo codes to get the lowest price for your plan, phone or other service.
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Avocado Mattress Coupon Codes for February 2025
With one of these Avocado Mattress coupon codes you can save money on the company's range of organic mattresses and bedding products.
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Private Internet Access coupon codes for February 2025
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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Beatbot coupon codes for February 2025
These Beatbot coupon codes can lower the price of the brand's market-leading robot pool vacuums and accessories.
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ExpressVPN Coupons for February 2025
Save money with one of our ExpressVPN coupons and secure your digital details across all your devices for less.
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Bluehost Coupons for February 2025
Use these Bluehost promo codes to sort website hosting, domain names, & more at more affordable prices.
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Mattress Firm Coupons for February 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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HostGator Coupons for February 2025
These HostGator coupons can help you save money on packages from this premium web hosting provider.
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If you want to know who will win the AI wars, just watch these two Super Bowl ads from Google and ChatGPT
Google's Pixel Gemini Live Super Bowl ad made me weepy while ChatGPT's game ad left me cold.
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Microsoft could give Windows 11 PCs a new option for the Copilot key – but don't get too excited just yet
You can already remap the Copilot key to launch a limited selection of apps, but a new option could soon be on the table.
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Sam Altman says AI is progressing faster than Moore’s law as he predicts AGI is ‘coming into view’, and it's leaving me worried about the future
Sam Altman's latest blog post has a few concerning predictions.
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OpenAI’s ChatGPT Super Bowl commercial was created entirely by humans, and maybe we don't have to fear AI after all
OpenAI's 60-second Super Bowl ad showcases the evolution of human innovation all the way up to ChatGPT.
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NYT Connections hints and answers for Tuesday, February 11 (game #611)
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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The best monitor I've ever tested has received a mega $220 discount, taking it down to a new lowest ever price
The Sony Inzone M10S is designed for esports pros, but could be yours at a new record low price.
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I don't care what the haters say, the Nintendo Switch 2's rumored mouse mode is by far the most exciting feature coming to the new console
We surveyed our audience, and more people are excited about the mysterious new system button than the potential mouse mode.
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Experts warn DeepSeek is 11 times more dangerous than other AI chatbots
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Get the essential technology insights for your business, ranging from the latest news to in-depth buying advice
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Fastest SSDs of 2024
Explore the fastest SSDs - we've tested hundreds of solid-state drives and these are the ones you need for high-speed.
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"A tracking cookie farm for profit" - report claims reCAPTCHA has caused 819 million hours of wasted human time, and billions in Google profits
reCAPTCHA generated nearly a trillion dollars worth of data for Google, but at what cost to us?
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Ampere Computing could be sold to Arm's owner Softbank for $6.5 billion
Ampere Computing could be sold to Softbank for $6.5 billion in a surprising move that could change the data center CPU market.
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Best graphics cards for video editing of 2025
We test out the best video editing GPUs for every kind of video editor
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