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iFi GO Blu Air review: the Bluetooth DAC that's no bigger than a battery and works so very, very hard to level up your music
This tiny Bluetooth DAC brings the headphone jack back to your smartphone, laptop and more. It delivers long battery life and impressive power output for such a small device. It sounds great too.
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Suunto Vertical 2 review: All that’s good about the Race 2, only more rugged
With an enormous battery life and a crisp AOLED display, the Suunto Vertical 2 has some of Garmin's most powerful adventure watches in its sights
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Philips Fidelio FA3 review: huge wireless stereo sound for a small price
An active wireless speaker system with specification beyond the asking price, and an actually useful app — what’s the catch?
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Paradise season 2 review: make way for the best TV show of 2026 so far
Paradise season 2 on Hulu and Disney+ has bigger twists, turns and emotions than season 1 — and it’s the most invested you’ll be in a TV show in years.
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ReviewAcer ebii 20 review: Unlike anything you've ever seen before
The ebii 20 is an e-bike from Acer, a brand better known for computing than cycling. We spent a month riding it.
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Skullcandy Method 540 ANC review: AI chatbot integration and a price hike are the only changes — and nobody asked for those
Great earbuds, meet price hike and AI
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Amazfit Balance 2 review: An outstanding fitness tracker, but so-so smart features
The Amazfit Balance 2 delivers outstanding battery performance alongside excellent tracking, as well as a capable AI assistant.
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The iPhone Fold again rumored to be launching alongside the iPhone 18 Pro
Mass production of the iPhone 18 Pro and the iPhone Fold is expected to get underway in July.
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Camera upgrades are tipped for the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the OnePlus 16
We have some fresh rumors around two of the most powerful smartphones expected to launch this year.
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I found all the best Google Pixel 10a cases — because your new phone deserves to look its best
These cases are perfect for showing off (and protecting) this stunning new device
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This WhatsApp setting will upgrade your photos
WhatsApp won't send your photos and videos at their best by default, but there's a way to change that.
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The Google Pixel 10a is going to be free at T-Mobile — but you're going to have to wait
T-Mobile has listed its opening Google Pixel 10a deal today, but the carrier isn't accepting preorders on the device, interestingly.
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Custom iPhone Air has a clear back and SIM card slot – and major drawbacks
One YouTuber hacked their iPhone Air to give it a transparent back and a SIM card slot. But the fresh new design also comes with a few downsides.
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The Xiaomi 17T and 17T Pro could land in May — and be serious iPhone 18 rivals
The Xiaomi 17T and Xiaomi 17T Pro are reportedly landing four months early, and they might have things in common with recent iPhones.
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Laptops & Computing
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Quordle hints and answers for Monday, February 23 (game #1491)
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 Monday, February 23 (game #722)
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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NYT Wordle today — answer and my hints for game #1709, Sunday, February 22
Looking for Wordle hints? I can help. Plus get the answers to Wordle today and yesterday.
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NYT Strands hints and answers for Sunday, February 22 (game #721)
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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Quordle hints and answers for Sunday, February 22 (game #1490)
Looking for Quordle clues? We can help. Plus get the answers to Quordle today and past solutions.
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WhatsApp could get a Reddit-style spoiler-hiding feature
Spoiler tags look like they're on their way to WhatsApp, to keep you from finding out plot twists before you're ready.
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I turned my old GPU into a dedicated frame-gen card with this super-cheap app
Can't afford an RTX 5090? I can't either — but I've transformed my old GPU into a dedicated frame-gen card with this super-cheap app.
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OpenAI's first ChatGPT gadget could be a smart speaker with a camera
We have a few more leaked details on the ChatGPT gadget that is apparently in the OpenAI pipeline.
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I asked experts whether I should use ChatGPT for health advice, and I was shocked
From symptom checking to appointment prep, experts explain where AI can help and where it can mislead.
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The pricey cost of free ChatGPT
OpenAI is confronting the enormous cost of running ChatGPT at global scale, prompting a shift toward ads, new pricing tiers, and long-term revenue strategies to keep the service sustainable
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ChatGPT logs become crucial in Seoul murder case
A Seoul murder investigation now centers on the suspect’s ChatGPT search history, which police argue shows clear intent behind two fatal poisonings
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ChatGPT's adult mode will 'safely relax the restrictions' of the chatbot
OpenAI insists new safeguards make adult mode responsible, but the timing of a prominent critic’s departure is a red flag
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Apple
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The iPhone Fold again rumored to be launching alongside the iPhone 18 Pro
Mass production of the iPhone 18 Pro and the iPhone Fold is expected to get underway in July.
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Custom iPhone Air has a clear back and SIM card slot – and major drawbacks
One YouTuber hacked their iPhone Air to give it a transparent back and a SIM card slot. But the fresh new design also comes with a few downsides.
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WhatsApp is finally adding a handy group chat feature we've been waiting for
WhatsApp is rolling out Group Message History, which lets new chat members easily catch up on messages posted before they joined.
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UpdatedNew movies: the most exciting films coming to theaters in February 2026
New movies will arrive weekly throughout 2026 — these are the biggest ones to keep an eye on.
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Apple Music has a slew of new features on the way, including a revamped UI
Apple Music's new features could breathe new life into the platform, but its UI redesign has divided subscribers.
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Streaming
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Bridgerton season 4 part 2 release date and time on Netflix
Benedict and Sophie's romance was left on an emotional cliffhanger in part 1, but when does Bridgerton season 4 part 2 arrive on Netflix?
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Rachel Sennott's I Love LA is the best show to stream when HBO Max UK launches
I've just finished bingeing Rachel Sennott's I Love LA, and it's made me even more excited for HBO Max's UK debut.
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The Mandalorian and Grogu: release date, trailer, cast, plot, and everything else we know about the new Star Wars movie
The Mandalorian and Grogu will arrive this May — here's what we know so far about the next Star Wars movie.
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Landman season 3 — everything we know so far about the new Western series
Halfway through season 2, we got the green light from Paramount for a third season of Tommy Norris and co. But how much do we actually know about Landman season 3?
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3 of the best new Disney+ and Hulu series to binge-watch this weekend
Looking for some great new shows to binge? Stream three of this year's best new series, including Ryan Murphy's Love Story.
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TVs
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UpdatedThe best 48-, 49- and 50-inch TVs for every budget
The best 48, 49 and 50-inch TVs can provide a lot of value and performance in a reasonable amount of space.
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HDMI cables explained: the different types, and what I use as a TV reviewer
HDMI cables are the most widely used interconnect in AV, so I'm here to explain the differences between them and recommend the cables you should actually buy.
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'Now that's home theater': Optoma's new 4K projector boasts Dolby Vision, HDR10+, hits 5000 lumens, 240Hz, and reaches 300 inches
Optoma's new flagship projector is super-bright, super-stuffed with screen tech, and made for big screens
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I tested two different Blu-ray versions of The Warriors — here's what I discovered
Ever wondered how two different 4K Blu-rays of the same movie compare? I tested Arrow Video and Paramount versions of The Warriors to see how different they really were.
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TCL’s clever ‘SQD mini-LED’ TV tech has arrived in its first set, and we’ve measured it
This is impressive TV tech, but it still might be a middle-ground upgrade that’s destined to be lost.
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Your Amazon Fire TV is about to get a free upgrade to make it easier to use
Amazon's Fire TV update is rolling out to select models in the US first, and will be available more widely and in other countries soon.
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A report details how much more expensive 130-inch TV screens are to make
Massive TVs mean massive price tags for early adopters if you're waiting for next-gen RGB TVs at projector-beating sizes
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Neuromancer is just the thing I needed to give me a dark, sci-fi hit while I wait for Cyberpunk 2
Meet Neuromancer
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iFi GO Blu Air review: the Bluetooth DAC that's no bigger than a battery and works so very, very hard to level up your music
This tiny Bluetooth DAC brings the headphone jack back to your smartphone, laptop and more. It delivers long battery life and impressive power output for such a small device. It sounds great too.
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Philips Fidelio FA3 review: huge wireless stereo sound for a small price
An active wireless speaker system with specification beyond the asking price, and an actually useful app — what’s the catch?
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Best earbuds: top buys, all TechRadar-tested and recommended
My carefully considered pick of the best earbuds in the business – including one or two new models you might not be familiar with.
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The best wireless headphones, chosen by our experts for all budgets
These are the best Bluetooth headphones we've tested, whatever your budget or your priority.
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UpdatedThe best over-ear headphones for any budget, all tested by our experts
Looking for the best-sounding headphones? These are the cans you need to get more from your music.
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Dummy models of the Galaxy Buds 4 have leaked, and there's a big similarity to AirPods
More images of the Galaxy Buds 4 have leaked on X, and they confirm a lot of new upgrades we were expecting to see.
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Health & Fitness
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Suunto Vertical 2 review: All that’s good about the Race 2, only more rugged
With an enormous battery life and a crisp AOLED display, the Suunto Vertical 2 has some of Garmin's most powerful adventure watches in its sights
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Garmin just added a bunch of new features to its best smartwatch
The Fenix 8 has had a big update, Software Version 21.25, containing a whole host of new fixes and glances.
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Forget the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 — the Amazfit T-Rex Ultra 2 might be the surprise outdoor smartwatch to beat this year
If Amazfit can deliver a five-star watch for under $100 / £100, what can it do for five times the price? Introducing the 'expedition-focused' Amazfit T-Rex Ultra 2
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Cameras
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I'm skipping Canon's EOS R5 Mark II and waiting for the Mark III – here’s why
Canon's EOS R5 was so ahead of its time in 2020 that I'm still using it professionally in 2026 – here's why I'm holding out for the Mark III version before I upgrade
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The DJI Osmo Pocket 4 has just starred in its biggest video leak so far
It looks as though the DJI Osmo Pocket 4 is about to launch, and here's a hands-on video look at it.
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This cheap action cam wants to be a DJI Pocket 3 killer – but does it deliver?
The SJCAM C400 has a pleasingly versatile design, but its performance leaves a lot to be desired
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'There’s something for everyone' — is the DJI Neo the perfect drone for beginners? Here's what you need to know before you buy
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The DJI Neo is trending right now — is this popular drone a good buy for beginners? Here's what you need to know.
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Home
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People wash underwear in hotel coffee makers — it's time to get a travel brewer
A TikTok influencer claims a flight attendant taught her how to clean underpants in a hotel pour-over machine, and I'll never use one again.
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This Magic Bullet Blender offers unbeatable value for under $30 on Amazon
If you want a cheap blender from a top brand, then it's hard to beat this NutriBullet Magic Blender at Amazon for under $30.
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Dyson can't stop shrinking its appliances — and I can't wait to see what's next
A new ultra-streamlined appliance has joined the Dyson lineup, and I can't wait to see what it shrinks down next.
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Which of Dyson's wet-floor cleaners should you buy?
The Dyson WashG1, Clean+Wash Hygiene and new PencilWash go head-to-head in a battle of the mops.
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Buying guides
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UpdatedThe best 48-, 49- and 50-inch TVs for every budget
The best 48, 49 and 50-inch TVs can provide a lot of value and performance in a reasonable amount of space.
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Best earbuds: top buys, all TechRadar-tested and recommended
My carefully considered pick of the best earbuds in the business – including one or two new models you might not be familiar with.
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The best wireless headphones, chosen by our experts for all budgets
These are the best Bluetooth headphones we've tested, whatever your budget or your priority.
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UpdatedThe best over-ear headphones for any budget, all tested by our experts
Looking for the best-sounding headphones? These are the cans you need to get more from your music.
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UpdatedThe best vacuum cleaners you can buy right now
No matter your budget or cleaning needs, one of these will be the perfect vacuum for you.
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UpdatedThe best headphones you can buy today, all tested by our experts
Here’s our pick of the best headphones you can buy today with top cans to suit your style and your budget.
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The best wireless earbuds for all budgets, all tested by our reviewers
Our reviewers spent over 600 hours testing these earbuds, so here’s my verdict on the best wireless earbuds for iPhone, Android or anything else.
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I can't go to the Six Nations this year, but this $2.50 per month solution means I'll be watching on the go
It's cheaper than ever to ensure you don't miss out on all the action
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This Magic Bullet Blender offers unbeatable value for under $30 on Amazon
If you want a cheap blender from a top brand, then it's hard to beat this NutriBullet Magic Blender at Amazon for under $30.
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The Google Pixel 10a is going to be free at T-Mobile — but you're going to have to wait
T-Mobile has listed its opening Google Pixel 10a deal today, but the carrier isn't accepting preorders on the device, interestingly.
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The first discount on Samsung's newest cheap tablet has landed
The Samsung Galaxy Tab A11 Plus just got its first ever discount at Amazon, making the cheap yet capable tablet even more affordable.
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I use this affordable JBL turntable at home and I can’t recommend it highly enough for anyone putting together their first hi-fi system
If the vinyl revival has you champing at the bit to find an affordable but capable turntable, this model from JBL is a surefire winner – and it's discounted too.
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Don't want to pay a premium for the Galaxy S26? I'd consider this discounted Samsung Galaxy S25 FE instead
The Galaxy S25 FE is cut by $200 at Amazon ahead of Samsung Galaxy S26 launch
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Sling TV promo codes for Feb 2026
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Software
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I turned my old GPU into a dedicated frame-gen card with this super-cheap app
Can't afford an RTX 5090? I can't either — but I've transformed my old GPU into a dedicated frame-gen card with this super-cheap app.
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Windows 11's Notepad app is now rumored to get image embedding
Is Notepad getting too bloated these days? If you're of that opinion, you won't like what Microsoft has planned next.
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It seems Microsoft just started work on Windows 11 27H2
I just hope Microsoft delivers on the promises of greater stability and faster performance for the OS.
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The Logitech Muse for Apple Vision Pro might be the perfect 3D drawing tool
Apple's Vision Pro finally has a proper drawing stylus, but figuring out how to draw in 3D is a far greater challenge.
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Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition’s Switch 2 upgrade is wonderful, and could hint at Monolith Soft’s future on the console
Xenoblade Chronicles X’s Switch 2 Edition is legitimately definitive, and it could be a sign of things to come for Monolith Soft, its back catalog, and its future.
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NYT Connections hints and answers for Monday, February 23 (game #988)
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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Neuromancer is just the thing I needed to give me a dark, sci-fi hit while I wait for Cyberpunk 2
Meet Neuromancer
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NYT Connections hints and answers for Sunday, February 22 (game #987)
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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I can't go to the Six Nations this year, but this $2.50 per month solution means I'll be watching on the go
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Fake Proton VPN extensions slip into Chrome Web Store — here’s how to stay safe
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ExpressVPN unveils 'industry-first hybrid' VPN browser extension — and takes on the Metaverse with new Meta Quest app
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How to secure your internet connection with IPVanish
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Wisconsin scraps VPN ban from age verification bill following backlash
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'Iranians are resilient; they always find ways to speak:' How Iranians are overcoming unprecedented internet censorship
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AdGuard's Windows VPN upgrade prioritizes usability for all
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A portable computer in a suitcase: Toshiba's 1982 T100 was nothing like any computer ever launched till then and it even came with a modem and a mechanical keyboard
A suitcase-style CP/M computer with LCD, modem, and mechanical keyboard - the Toshiba T100 redefined early portable business computing.
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'I do think we always have to think about, maybe even worry a little bit about, Chinese subsidies': Microsoft President says US firms should get ready for more competition from China
Chinese state subsidies give AI companies cost advantages globally, forcing US firms to invest in infrastructure, tools, and developing markets.
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Amazon cans a major warehouse robotics project — but Blue Jay will live on, with new robots set to come soon
Amazon’s Blue Jay robotics project ended quickly, but Vulcan demonstrates advanced dual-arm AI handling.
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5 essential features of sole trader accounting software
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Accounting software isn't just for big enterprises. Sole traders, freelancers and contractors will all benefit from keeping their books in order.
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