Smart Home Week
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Even Apple Intelligence can’t save the smart home if Apple won’t fix its infuriating Home app
Apple is known for its brilliant UI, and as the first key player in smart voice assistants is responsible for much of the development we’ve seen in smart home devices. So why is Apple Home the worst app on my iPhone?
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Everything you need to know to set up your smart home
Here's everything your smart home can do
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How to set up and use Alexa sound detection
Instructions for setting up Alexa routines that use the assistant's sound detection tech
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Are smart home security systems more of a security risk than a benefit?
With numerous high-profile breaches, buying a home security camera isn’t risk-free, but things are slowly improving. Chris Price investigates
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I didn’t get it at first, but Nanoleaf’s Umbra Cono Portable Smart Lamp has won me over with its design-first approach
A collaborative effort between Nanoleaf and Umbra, the Cono Portable Smart Lamp is a beautiful re-think of what a smart light should be, and it’s my new favorite smart home device.
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Monitor Audio Studio 89 review: poised, informative stereo speakers with detail and dynamism in equal measure
Monitor Audio has deployed as much of its hard-earned elite knowledge as possible in a more affordable standmount speaker pair with a resonant model name.
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Asus ROG Phone 8 review: drops the ball on key gaming features
The Asus ROG Phone 8 costs a lot and has some solid features, but a lack of refinement makes it hard to recommend for gaming.
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Astell & Kern HC4 review: a petite but powerful DAC that sometimes oversteps the mark
The A&K HC4 can turn your smartphone into an open, detailed listen – but in a saturated market, it isn't always the perfect solution.
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Eufy Omni S1 Pro review: outstanding mopping and an excellent app
The Eufy Omni S1 Pro delivers outstanding mopping, but can fall a little short in other areas.
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KitchenAid 7 cup / 1.7L Food Processor review: convenient but costly
The KitchenAid 7 cup / 1.7L Food Processor made quick work of chopping and shredding hard ingredients, but the results weren't exactly Instagram-worthy.
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JBL Live Beam 3 review: a strong case for stellar earbuds that easily outlast the rest
The screen still isn't a must-have for these noise-cancelling earbuds, but the case is smaller, cheaper and more useful – and this time, the JBL sound quality is good, too.
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TCL QM851G review: the brightest mini-LED TV yet, and a fantastic value
TCL’s top mini-LED TV is a complete package, offering great picture and sound quality and good gaming features at a surprisingly reasonable price.
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The best power banks 2024
Here are the best power banks, from big batteries that power everything to slim chargers to keep you topped up.
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Will Samsung push AI to tackle Apple Intelligence at Galaxy Unpacked? Yes and no
AI will surely play its part at Samsung's upcoming Galaxy Unpacked event, but don't expect WWDC-level announcements.
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Asus ROG Phone 8 review: drops the ball on key gaming features
The Asus ROG Phone 8 costs a lot and has some solid features, but a lack of refinement makes it hard to recommend for gaming.
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I'm a camera expert and here's how the iPhone 16 could raise Apple's pro-photography game
I think the iPhone 15 Pro Max gets humbled at phone photography by the Xiaomi 14 Ultra, but here's how Apple could fight back.
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Opinion
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?
The Blackview Hero 10 is still too expensive for its own good
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The biggest Android phone launches of 2024 so far – and what's coming next
We've seen some impressive Android smartphones in 2024 so far – and lots more are on the way.
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Apple could be working on stretchable displays for its devices, as per a new patent
Apple is rumored to be working on screens that bend for its hardware, and now it's talking about screens that stretch.
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Laptops & Computing
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NYT Wordle today — answer and hints for game #1109, Tuesday, July 2
Looking for Wordle hints? We can help. Plus get the answers to Wordle today and yesterday.
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NYT Strands today — hints, answers and spangram for Tuesday, July 2 (game #121)
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 today – hints and answers for Tuesday, July 2 (game #890)
Looking for Quordle clues? We can help. Plus get the answers to Quordle today and past solutions.
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Opera's Aria AI assistant's big upgrade makes images, talks out loud, and summarizes chats
Opera is adding image creation, conversational summaries, voice output, and more features.
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Sorry, gamers: memory prices could be on the way up, which means you'll pay more for that Nvidia RTX 5090
Memory prices could rise soon, which means you'll be paying more for that Nvidia RTX 5090 GPU.
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Windows 11 has never been so popular - but is a fresh surge of installations coming from a place of love or mere tolerance?
Almost 30% of all Windows PCs now run on Windows 11 - a slow but steady victory as more users are begrudgingly accepting the new operating system.
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Sorry, Morgan Freeman is not narrating that viral TikTok video
Actor Morgan Freeman calls out people using AI to make fake versions of his voice for their own purposes.
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Apple
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The last generation Apple iPad Pro falls to a record-low price in the 4th of July sales
The 4th generation 11-inch Apple iPad Pro is on sale for under $700 at Best Buy.
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Is Apple Intelligence the new iCloud? AI platform tipped to get new subscription tier
A new report claims Apple Intelligence could get a paid-for tier offering extra features to subscribers.
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How to clean your AirPods case
If your AirPods case keeps getting dirty, there are some simple ways to clean it up. Here's a look at the best methods.
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I'm a camera expert and here's how the iPhone 16 could raise Apple's pro-photography game
I think the iPhone 15 Pro Max gets humbled at phone photography by the Xiaomi 14 Ultra, but here's how Apple could fight back.
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Apple could be working on stretchable displays for its devices, as per a new patent
Apple is rumored to be working on screens that bend for its hardware, and now it's talking about screens that stretch.
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Streaming
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Forget streaming subscriptions, Tubi is launching in the UK with 20,000 free movies and shows
Ad-supported streaming giant Tubi is launching in the UK, giving access to over 20,000 movies and TV episodes on-demand.
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Prime Video movie of the day: The Spiderwick Chronicles is an unforgettable adventure of monsters, magic and mayhem
The Spiderwick Chronicles will have you tangled in its thrilling web of action.
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Netflix movie of the day: The Breakfast Club never goes out of style
Rise and shine with our Netflix movie of the day, The Breakfast Club.
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5 new nail-biting movies on Max with over 75% on Rotten Tomatoes
Max has released another long list of movies for July 2024, but it's these five thrillers with over 75% on Rotten Tomatoes that have caught our eye.
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New Max movies: all of the new films to stream in July 2024
Find out what new Max movies are coming to the super streamer throughout July.
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TVs
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The best soundbars for 2024
From budget-friendly bars to Dolby Atmos wonders, the best soundbars make it easy to get a serious TV audio upgrade.
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Massive 75-inch Toshiba Fire TV falls to under $500 ahead of Prime Day
This Toshiba 75-inch C350 Fire TV has been slashed to under $500 at Amazon, making it a great big-screen TV on a budget.
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Hot deals
The cheapest OLED TV deals and sales for July 2024
Your guide to the best OLED TV deals with incredible sales from brands like Sony, LG, and more.
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Early 4th of July sales are live: shop today's 9 best TV deals starting at $79.99
I'm rounding up the 9 best TV deals in today's early 4th of July sales, with up to $1,000 in savings on 4K, QLED and OLED displays.
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The Samsung 65-inch S95D OLED TV is back down to a record-low price - and I want it
Enjoy one of the best OLED TVs around for $400 off thanks to this deal on the Samsung 65-inch S95D.
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TCL QM851G review: the brightest mini-LED TV yet, and a fantastic value
TCL’s top mini-LED TV is a complete package, offering great picture and sound quality and good gaming features at a surprisingly reasonable price.
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Early 4th of July deal drops LG's all-new C4 OLED TV to a new record-low price
You can get LG's all-new 55-inch C4 OLED TV on sale for a new record-low price of $1,599.99 ahead of this year's 4th of July sales event.
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Audio
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The best earbuds 2024
Our pick of the best earbuds, including wired, wireless and true wireless devices.
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Apple Music in iOS 18 will get a 'smart crossfade' feature to upgrade your playlists
The new crossfade feature will offer better transitions but won't mess with your favorite albums
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The best AirPods 2024
We put the best AirPods to the test, alongside the best Beats headphones. Take a look at our top Apple headphone picks.
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The best Bluetooth speakers 2024
Looking for the best Bluetooth speaker money can buy? Here are the top portable speakers on the market right now.
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The best earbuds for small ears 2024
Our pick of the best earbuds for those with a smaller ear canal, tragus or concha, however much you're able to spend.
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Your HomePod will likely get left out of the Apple Intelligence party – here's why
A fresh MacRumors report (based on Mark Gurman's Power On newsletter) says Apple has 'no plans' to bring Apple Intelligence to HomePods.
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The 'Monolith x Aluminum' wireless speaker looks like a minimalist, sustainable masterpiece
The new Monolith x Aluminium is a high-end portable speaker with a very distinct design
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Health & Fitness
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Samsung's Galaxy Watch 7 could warn users if they're at risk of heart attacks, strokes, and more
In addition to the life saving feature, Samsung may also introduce health data sharing for families with Galaxy Watches.
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Pebble was one of the best smartwatches ever and now it's a miracle if you can get one to work
Pebble made the first great smartwatch, and then imploded, but the hardware persists – but just barely.
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Samsung Galaxy Watch 7: Leaks, news, rumors and what we want to see
All the Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 news and leaks, plus what we want from this upcoming wearable.
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Cameras
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DJI Mavic 4: what we want to see
The rumored DJI Mavic 4 could be on the horizon now that the popular Mavic 3 series is three years old.
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I tried the first smartphone-based telescope and got next-level photos of the moon – next up, galaxies and nebulae
The Vaonis Hestia is the telescope for the masses, but I experienced a few technical hitches using Vaonis' Gravity app.
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The best Nikon camera 2024
From its latest mirrorless masterpieces to its classic DSLRs and compacts, here are the best Nikon cameras you can buy right now.
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Best AI art generators 2024: top tools for creating AI artwork
From photorealistic images to surreal digital renderings, we've tested the best free and paid AI art generators in 2024
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Home
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Philips Hue's new powerful smart lights can illuminate every nook and cranny in your home
Housing powerful bulbs, each of the six Pillar and Runner spotlights emit bright light and can be controlled via Alexa.
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The best air fryer 2024
We've tested the best air fryers from all the biggest brands including Philips, Ninja, Instant Pot and more.
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IKEA’s new smart plug could save you money on bills – and it's just edged closer to launching
IKEA's new Inspelning smart plug has been spotted in the company's smart home app, suggesting that it's close to launch.
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TechRadar Deals
The best Keurig coffee maker sales and deals for July 2024
Save money with our guide to the best Keurig coffee maker sales and deals that area happening online.
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Buying guides
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The best soundbars for 2024
From budget-friendly bars to Dolby Atmos wonders, the best soundbars make it easy to get a serious TV audio upgrade.
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The best earbuds 2024
Our pick of the best earbuds, including wired, wireless and true wireless devices.
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The best smartwatch 2024
We've reviewed pretty much every smartwatch you can buy: and here's a list of the only watches you should consider.
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The best air fryer 2024
We've tested the best air fryers from all the biggest brands including Philips, Ninja, Instant Pot and more.
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The best power banks 2024
Here are the best power banks, from big batteries that power everything to slim chargers to keep you topped up.
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The best AirPods 2024
We put the best AirPods to the test, alongside the best Beats headphones. Take a look at our top Apple headphone picks.
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The best Bluetooth speakers 2024
Looking for the best Bluetooth speaker money can buy? Here are the top portable speakers on the market right now.
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Massive 75-inch Toshiba Fire TV falls to under $500 ahead of Prime Day
This Toshiba 75-inch C350 Fire TV has been slashed to under $500 at Amazon, making it a great big-screen TV on a budget.
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Samsung's massive Galaxy S24 Ultra deal is back for the 4th of July - save up to $990
Samsung's 4th of July sale currently offers double the storage for half the price of its Galaxy S24 Ultra.
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The best Dell XPS 14 and 16 deals for July 2024
All the best Dell XPS 14 deals and XPS 16 deals neatly wrapped up into one easy to navigate page.
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Hot deals
The cheapest OLED TV deals and sales for July 2024
Your guide to the best OLED TV deals with incredible sales from brands like Sony, LG, and more.
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Amazon Prime Day 2024: all the best early deals
TechRadar's definitive guide to Amazon Prime Day 2024, including the latest news, confirmed start date and the best deals to shop now.
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Early 4th of July sales are live: shop today's 9 best TV deals starting at $79.99
I'm rounding up the 9 best TV deals in today's early 4th of July sales, with up to $1,000 in savings on 4K, QLED and OLED displays.
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NordVPN Coupons for July 2024
Use one of our NordVPN coupons to save on your subscription to the popular VPN service and keep your details private & secure online.
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Sonos Promo Codes for July 2024
Use these Sonos promo codes to save money on the manufacturer's full array of wireless smart speakers, soundbars & home theatre sets.
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LG Promo Codes for July 2024
Celebrate Dads and Grads and save up to 35% off select OLED C3 TV's. Plus, special offers on new Tone free T80 earbudsand BOGO offer on XG5 speakers
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Squarespace Promo Codes for July 2024
These Squarespace promo codes can help you save money on domain names, website hosting & much more.
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Opera's Aria AI assistant's big upgrade makes images, talks out loud, and summarizes chats
Opera is adding image creation, conversational summaries, voice output, and more features.
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Windows 11 has never been so popular - but is a fresh surge of installations coming from a place of love or mere tolerance?
Almost 30% of all Windows PCs now run on Windows 11 - a slow but steady victory as more users are begrudgingly accepting the new operating system.
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Sorry, Morgan Freeman is not narrating that viral TikTok video
Actor Morgan Freeman calls out people using AI to make fake versions of his voice for their own purposes.
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Latest Windows 11 update resumes rollout as Microsoft deals with nasty reboot bug – but some unlucky users have found their taskbar is now broken
Microsoft has taken out the taskbar now, sadly - so be careful around this preview update.
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NYT Connections today — hints and answers for Tuesday, July 2 (game #387)
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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Is PSN down? PlayStation Network is back up and running
PlayStation Network was down for users across the globe, but now it's back up.
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Fortnite Magneto skin release date and what's included
Here's when the Fortnite Magneto skin is coming out, as well as some info on how to unlock it once it does.
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Hellblade 2 trailers, gameplay, length and what you need to know
Hellblade 2 is out now! Here's what you need to know about the latest instalment in Senua's story.
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Vodafone and Lime Microsystems launch Raspberry Pi-powered 5G solution
Vodafone has teamed up with Lime Microsystems for a Raspberry Pi powered 5G solution available to buy now.
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D-Link routers are being hacked to steal customer passwords — but it says there is no patch
The still-popular D-Link device in question reached end-of-life long ago, and as such will not be getting a patch.
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Huawei gets creative with Ascend 910B AI chip design in order to compete with Nvidia A100
Huawei had to get creative with the design of its Ascend 910B AI chip in order to compete with Nvidia A100.
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Internal and external Samsung SSDs discounted before Amazon Prime Day – don't miss out on these great deals
Internal and external Samsung SSDs are now being discounted on Amazon – don't miss out on these great deals.
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