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JBL Boombox 4 review: one of the best party speakers you can buy
The JBL Boombox 4 is a premium party speaker that delivers killer sound with punchy bass and superb battery life.
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Canon PowerShot Elph 360 HS A / Ixus 285 HS A review: a great smartphone alternative for casual point-and-shoot photography
The Canon PowerShot Elph 360 HS A / Ixus 285 HS A appeals to the neo-retro appetite of the Tik Tok generation and it's helping to keep compact cameras alive
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The Muppet Show on Disney+ is recognizable, charming and maybe a bit dated
Disney+ is, with The Studio's Seth Rogen's help, relaunching The Muppet show – but this revival, while charming, may be too much like the original.
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Yamaha True Surround X 90A review: undeniable power, questionable value
The Yamaha True X Surround 90A is an impressive flagship Dolby Atmos soundbar system, but it comes at a big price.
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ReviewHP OmniBook 7 14-inch (2025) review: a phenomenal all-rounder with a steep asking price
The HP OmniBook 7 14-inch promises to be a strong mid-range effort — but can it live up to the price tag?
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Dyson's new wet cleaner isn't exceptional enough to justify the price
The Clean+Wash Hygiene is an effective cleaner, but other brands offer more for a lower price.
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I tested Dyson's impossibly compact new vacuum, and it was a revelation – here's why
The Dyson PencilVac Fluffycones cleans really well, if you can resist waving it around like a Lightsaber.
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Can't wait for the Galaxy S26? The Google Pixel 10 Pro is 'one of the best smartphones you can buy' – and it's now $200 off
Save a massive $200 on the Google Pixel 10 Pro at Amazon
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Still looking for a Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold? Here's the latest restock info and some excellent value alternatives to consider
The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is officially sold out – here are the latest details on restocks, plus today's best options for alternative models.
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This cross-platform app solved my schedule woes on all my devices
Fantastical is a cross-platform calendar app that’s stuffed with features. Here’s why I love it.
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The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is already sold out - here's what that tells us about the upcoming Galaxy S26 launch
And it didn't even have an opening trade-in deal, either
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Four months with the iPhone 17 Pro has changed the way I use my phone – for better or worse
I’ve been an iPhone user for years, but the 17 Pro is the first Apple handset that I truly like and use it much more than any iPhone before it.
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Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leak reveals its big camera overhaul – here are 5 changes to expect
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra's cameras could have a new look, better hardware, and improved processing.
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iPhone users are getting a new feature to protect their privacy in iOS 26.3
The iOS 26.3 update includes a new Limit Precise Location feature designed to protect your privacy.
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Laptops & Computing
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Even Dell can't escape RAM crisis price hikes — but I've found 5 laptop deals that can save you up to $650 on top-rated devices
Including a big $420 saving on the 4.5-star Dell 14 Plus
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Could we see an Nvidia-powered handheld PC? These new SoCs might suggest so
I smell a new Nvidia handheld PC on the horizon, thanks to fresh chip teases from Jensen Huang, but let's hope I haven't jinxed it.
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Quordle hints and answers for Wednesday, February 4 (game #1472)
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 Wednesday, February 4 (game #703)
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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This cross-platform app solved my schedule woes on all my devices
Fantastical is a cross-platform calendar app that’s stuffed with features. Here’s why I love it.
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NYT Wordle today — answer and my hints for game #1690, Tuesday, February 3
Looking for Wordle hints? I can help. Plus get the answers to Wordle today and yesterday.
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Nvidia RTX 5070 Ti graphics card with a hole in it breaks world record
An RTX 5070 Ti graphics card with a hole in it wasn't just brought back to life – a YouTuber broke a GPU world record with it, too.
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Apple
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Four months with the iPhone 17 Pro has changed the way I use my phone – for better or worse
I’ve been an iPhone user for years, but the 17 Pro is the first Apple handset that I truly like and use it much more than any iPhone before it.
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AirPods Pro 3 just crashed to a record low price ahead of Super Bowl Sunday — quick!
Apple's AirPods Pro 3 have dropped to an all-new lowest seen price, only on Verizon – and they'll make for an amazing half-time show…
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The 'most capable and best-looking mainline Apple Watch' is back to a record-low price on Amazon
The Apple Watch Series 11 is the best Apple Watch for most people, and it's just hit a record low once more on Amazon.
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iPhone users are getting a new feature to protect their privacy in iOS 26.3
The iOS 26.3 update includes a new Limit Precise Location feature designed to protect your privacy.
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Apple just made some major changes to how you buy a Mac online
Buying a Mac or MacBook through the Apple Store is now much more like buying an iPhone or iPad.
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Jonah Hill directing a comedy? This new Apple TV movie looks like a hit
Apple TV revealed that Jonah Hill’s new movie Outcome will premiere globally on April 10, 2026, and it’s gone straight to the top of my watchlist.
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Monarch: Legacy of Monsters season 2 trailer offers our best look yet at Titan X
Apple TV has unveiled the official trailer for Monarch: Legacy of Monsters season 2, and it’s a rip-roaring preview that threatens to tear your screen in two.
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The Muppet Show on Disney+ is recognizable, charming and maybe a bit dated
Disney+ is, with The Studio's Seth Rogen's help, relaunching The Muppet show – but this revival, while charming, may be too much like the original.
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The Pitt season 2 episode 5 release date and time on HBO Max
Last week humbled everyone with a stethoscope in the ER, but what will happen in The Pitt season 2 episode 5?
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Stranger Things: Tales From '85 has a trailer — but fans aren't sure about it
Stranger Things has a new animated spin-off, but do we really need one?
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Here are 7 OLED TVs that I personally recommend watching the Super Bowl on — Samsung, LG and Sony from $599.99
Here are 7 OLED TVs that I'm personally recommending to watch the Super Bowl on, including deals from Samsung, Sony, and LG starting at just $599.99
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Here are my 4 most anticipated 4K Blu-rays of February 2026
February 2026 is another stacked month of 4K Blu-ray releases, but I've picked the 4 discs I'm itching to get into our testing lab.
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Is this the ultimate home theater? Micro-LED and 14.8.8 channels of sound
The Luxury Immersion Cinema promises to redefine what you can expect from your luxury home theater
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Nvidia would 'love to' make new Shield hardware; here are 5 upgrades I want
Nvidia's hinting about new Shield hardware. Here's hoping you can customize its launcher
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Yamaha True Surround X 90A review: undeniable power, questionable value
The Yamaha True X Surround 90A is an impressive flagship Dolby Atmos soundbar system, but it comes at a big price.
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6 new 4K Blu-rays from January 2026 to add to your collection
January 2026 has been a booming month for 4K Blu-ray, and we're looking at 6 new discs that you could add to your collection.
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Nvidia Shield TV updates will continue, and a new device may appear too
Nvidia's Andrew Bell has been talking to Ars Technica about the present and the future of the Nvidia Shield TV.
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Audio
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JBL Boombox 4 review: one of the best party speakers you can buy
The JBL Boombox 4 is a premium party speaker that delivers killer sound with punchy bass and superb battery life.
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Where hi-fi, art and chemistry collide, you get Molecular Audio
Love music, love interior design, want something that combines both on your wall? Meet Ultrasonic's Molecular Audio system
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This wireless speaker has every modern connection, and a touchscreen
The Primare Allt-i-Ett is a jack of all trades, and perhaps a master of them too, with basically every spec you'd ever want.
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AirPods Pro 3 just crashed to a record low price ahead of Super Bowl Sunday — quick!
Apple's AirPods Pro 3 have dropped to an all-new lowest seen price, only on Verizon – and they'll make for an amazing half-time show…
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Cheaper Nothing over-ear headphones are reportedly on their way soon
Nothing's next headphones are set to be budget spins on the Headphone (1), and we've got early release window and pricing leaks.
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Soundcore Aerofit 2 Pro review: novel exercise earbuds that can be open-ears, or closed-ears
Anker's Soundcore Aerofit 2 Pro present a novel idea, and the gimmick works well, but they have some other issues.
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Upgrade your home cinema with $200 off the four-star-rated Sonos Arc Ultra
This Sonos Arc Ultra deal is just $20 away from its all-time record-low price on Amazon.
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Health & Fitness
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The 'most capable and best-looking mainline Apple Watch' is back to a record-low price on Amazon
The Apple Watch Series 11 is the best Apple Watch for most people, and it's just hit a record low once more on Amazon.
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Amazfit smartwatches have two new features that make them even better value
Amazfit smartwatches now work with the Runna app and have a fresh interface design.
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7 settings I change on every Apple Watch for a 'calmer, clearer, and more useful' experience
From Live Activities to Notifications, these are the 7 settings you should change on your Apple Watch right out of the box.
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Cameras
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Canon PowerShot Elph 360 HS A / Ixus 285 HS A review: a great smartphone alternative for casual point-and-shoot photography
The Canon PowerShot Elph 360 HS A / Ixus 285 HS A appeals to the neo-retro appetite of the Tik Tok generation and it's helping to keep compact cameras alive
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Two new DJI drones have leaked – and they might even escape the US ban
It seems that DJI is preparing successors to the DJI Mini 4K and the DJI Mini 5 Pro, and they could be here soon.
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The affordable Viltrox 85mm EVO is my new favorite prime lens for Nikon — here's why
The Viltrox 85mm f/2 EVO is another outstanding lens - I sincerely hope Nikon doesn't ban the upstart brand from the Z Mount.
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Viltrox AF 28mm f/4.5 review: tiny, cheap and packed with character
I paired the Viltrox AF 28mm f/4.5 lens with a full-frame Nikon mirrorless camera, and was surprisingly fond of the tiny and cheap optic
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Home
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Dyson's new launches are proof that branching out isn't always a good thing
After reviewing Dyson's three new launches, I'm even more convinced that it should stick to what it's good at.
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'Beauty and farming are not often thought of in the same breath, but we’ve brought them together' – James Dyson on why the brand's farms are playing a key role in its new haircare launch
Dyson has launched a bubble scalp treatment that uses a surprising ingredient to tackle hair loss, banish excess oil and guard against flakes.
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Dyson just brought out a new hard-floor cleaner, and I'm sorry, but I prefer the old one – here's why
In 'improving' its WashG1 hard floor cleaner, Dyson got rid of everything that made it great.
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UpdatedThe best food processor 2026: from KitchenAid, Ninja, Magimix and more, tested by kitchen experts
These are the best food processors for every kind of cook and every kind of kitchen, from big names including Ninja, Magimix, and KitchenAid.
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UpdatedThe best Windows laptop 2026
If you're looking for the best Windows laptop, whether it's a productivity powerhouse or a gaming beast, check these out.
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UpdatedThe best food processor 2026: from KitchenAid, Ninja, Magimix and more, tested by kitchen experts
These are the best food processors for every kind of cook and every kind of kitchen, from big names including Ninja, Magimix, and KitchenAid.
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The best Kindle in 2026
Kindles come in different sizes and with different features, from budget ereaders to premium epaper note takers. So allow me to help you decide between a Paperwhite, Scribe and the Colorsoft.
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Buying guideI've reviewed camera bags for 15 years – here are my current favorites
The best camera bags and backpacks for photography, based on in-depth testing.
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UpdatedThe best free VPN in 2026
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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UpdatedThe best point and shoot cameras, all tested thoroughly
Looking for the best point and shoot camera you can buy? We've rounded up all of the top options for every budget.
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Best smart ring 2026: The top discreet fitness trackers
The best smart rings pack in tracking sensors and NFC tech. Find out which is the right one for you.
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Deals
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Even Dell can't escape RAM crisis price hikes — but I've found 5 laptop deals that can save you up to $650 on top-rated devices
Including a big $420 saving on the 4.5-star Dell 14 Plus
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ExpressVPN slashes prices for Valentine’s Day – here’s how to save up to 81%
ExpressVPN Valentine's deal brings discounts on all one-year and two-year plans until February 16. Here's how to get your VPN bargain.
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Here are 7 OLED TVs that I personally recommend watching the Super Bowl on — Samsung, LG and Sony from $599.99
Here are 7 OLED TVs that I'm personally recommending to watch the Super Bowl on, including deals from Samsung, Sony, and LG starting at just $599.99
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Can't wait for the Galaxy S26? The Google Pixel 10 Pro is 'one of the best smartphones you can buy' – and it's now $200 off
Save a massive $200 on the Google Pixel 10 Pro at Amazon
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Still looking for a Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold? Here's the latest restock info and some excellent value alternatives to consider
The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is officially sold out – here are the latest details on restocks, plus today's best options for alternative models.
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Best Buy Presidents' Day sale 2026: when is it and what deals to expect
The Best Buy Presidents' Day sale starts next month, so here's everything you need to know ahead of the event, including the expected start date and what deals we expect to see.
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Sling TV promo codes for Feb 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 Feb 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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LastPass coupons in Feb 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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OnePlus coupons codes for Feb 2026 |
SPONSORED Use these OnePlus coupons to get a better price on mobiles & accessories from the leading Android smartphone retailer.
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Squarespace coupon codes for Feb 2026 |
SPONSORED These Squarespace promo codes can help you save money on domain names, website hosting & more.
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Newegg promo codes for Feb 2026 |
SPONSORED Our Newegg promo codes can help you save on electronics including PCs, components & accessories.
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Windows 11 bug breaks entire desktop for some users — luckily there's a fix
Wondering why your Windows 11 desktop keeps vanishing? It's because of this nasty bug.
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Microsoft rumored to be cutting back AI ambitions in bid to save Windows 11
Microsoft appears to finally be listening to users calling for fundamental changes with Windows 11.
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ICYMI: the week's 7 biggest tech news stories for January 31, 2026
Here are the biggest tech news stories from Whoop, Netflix, Samsung, OpenAI, and more for January 31, 2026.
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I love PowerToys — and it could give Windows 11 a new top menu bar
PowerToys is a nifty suite of add-ons for Windows 11, and a potential new feature could be a welcome addition.
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Highguard review: Apex Legends’ spiritual successor is a few tweaks from greatness
Highguard feels fantastic to play, but it's a few major updates away from being the online shooter it wants to be.
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Resident Evil Requiem's short film may hold huge hints to two mysteries
It's still speculative at this stage, but the new Resident Evil live-action trailer may have just given us new hints for Requiem.
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No, Ubisoft did actually announce The Division: Definitive Edition but no one saw it, and it's not a remake or remaster like fans expected
Ubisoft has released Tom Clancy's The Division: Definitive Edition for PlayStation, Xbox, and PC, after advertisements for the game leaked last month.
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'We're not going to go down the road of pay-to-win or trapping you to buy monetized products' — Sea of Remnants developer discusses microtransactions in the upcoming free-to-play game
A Sea of Remnants developer talks about the upcoming game's monetization systems and promises that they will be fair.
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ExpressVPN slashes prices for Valentine’s Day – here’s how to save up to 81%
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Independent auditors confirm NordVPN never stores your data – for the 6th time
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VPN companies 'open to meaningful dialogue' with UK government during children's online safety consultation
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"VPNs are next on my list" – France set to evaluate VPN use following social media ban for under-15s
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IPVanish launches Threat Protection Pro to stop malware even when you’re not connected
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Surfshark's new browser tool warns you about dangerous sites before you click
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Surfshark just made my favorite deal even cheaper — get all of Surfshark's best features now for only $2.29 per month
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“It’s nonsense”: Jensen Huang says reports of friction between Nvidia and OpenAI are false
Jensen Huang rejects reports of tension between his company and OpenAI, reiterating that Nvidia will invest heavily in the AI firm.
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Zohran Mamdani is set to kill off New York's 'functionally unusable' business chatbot, which often gave out illegal advice
Mayor Zohran Mamdani plans to remove NYC business chatbot after repeated illegal advice, high costs, and inefficiencies exposed by testing.
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Get more screen space for less with this 16.1-inch Arzopa portable monitor — boasting a sharp 2.5K QHD display for only $140 right now
The Arzopa 16.1-inch portable monitor with a 2.5K QHD display is $60 off at Amazon, now just $139.99.
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Road markers are a new target for hackers - experts find self-driving cars and autonomous drones can be misled by malicious instructions written on road signs
Manipulated text in physical spaces can hijack autonomous systems, while existing cybersecurity tools offer no protection against this risk.
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