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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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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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OpinionI 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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Sure, the iPhone 15 Pro's Action button is great, but Apple should adopt this retro Google Pixel feature
I’d love it if the iPhone 16 took inspiration from this retro Google Pixel feature: squeezable sides.
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Samsung might finally be about to deal with the Galaxy S24 Ultra's biggest problem
A redesign could see sharp corners replaced with a rounded look
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This app turns my Apple Watch into a Whoop band
Homescreen heroes: Athlytic get helps you get the most from your training and recovery
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NYT Wordle today — answer and hints for game #1108, Monday, July 1
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 Monday, July 1 (game #120)
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 Monday, July 1 (game #889)
Looking for Quordle clues? We can help. Plus get the answers to Quordle today and past solutions.
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The year so far in AR/VR: the 5 biggest announcements and what’s coming next
What has happened in the world of AR/VR tech in 2024? Here's the biggest announcements and what’s coming next.
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Quordle today – hints and answers for Sunday, June 30 (game #888)
Looking for Quordle clues? We can help. Plus get the answers to Quordle today and past solutions.
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NYT Strands today — hints, answers and spangram for Sunday, June 30 (game #119)
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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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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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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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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Sure, the iPhone 15 Pro's Action button is great, but Apple should adopt this retro Google Pixel feature
I’d love it if the iPhone 16 took inspiration from this retro Google Pixel feature: squeezable sides.
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UpdatedThe best Harry Potter movies: every film ranked, from worst to best
TechRadar's best Harry Potter movies list is sure to spark debate among wizards and muggles alike.
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UpdatedMax: HBO Max replacement, price, movies, TV shows, devices, and more
Here's everything you need to know about Max, Warner Bros Discovery's super streamer replacement for HBO Max.
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Captivated by Love Island USA? Here are 3 more drama-filled reality dating shows to watch on Netflix and Max
If you’re enjoying Love Island USA, here are three more reality dating shows that are bound to turn your head.
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My favorite underrated horror movie is coming to Netflix – here’s why you should ignore its low Rotten Tomatoes rating
If American Psycho’s Rotten Tomatoes score puts you off, I’m here to tell you why you should ignore that and stream this iconic ‘00s movie.
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UpdatedThe best Apple TV Plus movies: 18 great films to stream in July 2024
Here are the best Apple TV Plus movies you can stream right now, including Fancy Dance
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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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The year so far in OLED TVs: the 4 best launches and what’s coming next
2024 has already proved to be a wild year for OLED TVs, so we've pulled together all the stories that you need to know.
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The best budget TV has fallen to a great low price at Amazon ahead of Prime Day
Our pick for the best budget TV you can buy has just dropped to a great low price at Amazon ahead of Prime Day.
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UpdatedThe best 55-inch 4K TVs 2024
Don't settle for less than the best 55-inch 4K TVs, with great pictures, upscaling, interfaces, and audio all in one brilliant package.
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UpdatedThe best gaming TV for 2024
Our guide to finding the best gaming TV for your PS5, Xbox Series X, PC or even last-gen console that will suit all budgets.
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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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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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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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The next pair of affordable OnePlus wireless earbuds may have leaked
The OnePlus Nord Buds 3r have been certified in Canada, and that means we should be seeing them very soon.
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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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Edifier QR65 review: great-looking powered stereo speakers – but perhaps not for your desktop
The Edifier QR65 are ostensibly desktop speakers, but with limited PC support, they work better as general media speakers.
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Bluetooth speakers in 2024: the 5 biggest launches so far and what’s coming next
Some of the best Bluetooth speakers we've seen this year are really weird, really loud or both. And we're expecting even better sounding models to arrive in the coming months.
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A flexibility expert says these are the three daily stretches that will ‘benefit most people’
A flexibility expert recommends doing these three stretches daily to fight the effects of sitting at a desk
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A sleep expert recommends using this underused smartwatch feature to improve the quality of your sleep
Sleep tracking isn’t the best smartwatch feature for improving your sleep, according to an expert
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New leak reveals what Apple could be planning for the Apple Watch X – and it could have the biggest display yet
A website has published what it claims are official Apple Watch X CAD renders, revealing what we can expect to see.
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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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The world's first smart AR binoculars just hit a major crowdfunding milestone – even though the shipping date is a distant object
The Unistellar Envision crowdfunding campaign revealed key product details and secured over $1 million backing on day one.
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How many watts of power is good for a vacuum cleaner?
We explain what wattage means and why it's worth looking at when you choose a vacuum.
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Want to become a morning person? These 3 Alexa Skills have taken my early starts from good to great
Alexa devices are great for adding a sense of routine to your life, but these three Alexa Skills have significantly improved my mornings.
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"We need something that's actually useful" Nanoleaf's Gimmy Chu talks smart home AI, and prioritizing function over just being cool
Nanoleaf's Gimmy Chu explains why smart home tech shouldn't just be interesting, it should be actually useful too.
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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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UpdatedThe best 55-inch 4K TVs 2024
Don't settle for less than the best 55-inch 4K TVs, with great pictures, upscaling, interfaces, and audio all in one brilliant package.
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Updated
The best gaming TV for 2024
Our guide to finding the best gaming TV for your PS5, Xbox Series X, PC or even last-gen console that will suit all budgets.
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UpdatedThe best iPhone VPN in 2024
I've compared the best VPNs for iPhone in July 2024. Protect yourself online with a tried and tested iOS VPN app.
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The best fans 2024: stay frosty with these pedestal, tower and desk fans
We've tested the best fans from Dyson, Meaco and more help keep you cool and comfortable when the temperatures rise.
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UpdatedThe best mesh Wi-Fi system 2024
From Netgear Orbi to Google Nest Wifi Pro, these are the best Wi-Fi mesh systems you can buy today.
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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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The best Shark vacuum cleaners 2024
We've tested the best Shark vacuums for every household, from versatile cordless stick vacs to powerful uprights.
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Don’t miss this GEEKOM A7 mini PC Amazon Prime Day deal
GEEKOM Prime Day starts now! GEEKOM Mini PC A7 - $120 off on Amazon Prime Day.
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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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Heads up streamers: the Elgato Stream Deck XL is $50 off at Amazon
The Elgato Stream Deck XL has twice as many keys as the standard Stream Deck, now for less than $200.
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Amazon kicks off Prime Day early with a whopping 60% off the Blink Outdoor 4
In a huge bargain, this Blink Outdoor 4 Smart Security Camera bundle is over $200 off ahead of Prime Day.
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You can shop early Amazon Prime Day deals right now – here are the 15 best
Early Amazo Prime Day deals are available to shop right now, and I'm rounding up the 15 best bargains with over 50% in savings.
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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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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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The year so far in AR/VR: the 5 biggest announcements and what’s coming next
What has happened in the world of AR/VR tech in 2024? Here's the biggest announcements and what’s coming next.
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Gemini is rolling out to Google Messages, but it’s not the same across Android
Although Gemini's placement may differ between users, it offers the same service and can help you brainstorm ideas.
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The latest Google Lens update might bring Circle to Search to many more phones
Clues found in recent Google betas hint at the expansion and we could see a new navigation option for the tool as well.
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Forget Duolingo – Google Translate just got a massive AI upgrade that gives it over 100 new languages
Google Translate expands language list using AI model.
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NYT Connections today — hints and answers for Monday, July 1 (game #386)
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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JBL Quantum Stream Studio review: versatile and stylish
Offering robust value for money, the JBL Quantum Stream Studio microphone is a solid performer for streaming and gaming.
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Nitro Deck+ review: a slick upgrade, but not a transformative one
The Nitro Deck+ is a superb handheld Nintendo Switch controller with some nice - if slight - upgrades if you already own the original model.
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Heads up streamers: the Elgato Stream Deck XL is $50 off at Amazon
The Elgato Stream Deck XL has twice as many keys as the standard Stream Deck, now for less than $200.
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Between them, the TechRadar team have 300 years' experience in tech journalism. Here's why you should trust them.
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Don’t miss this GEEKOM A7 mini PC Amazon Prime Day deal
GEEKOM Prime Day starts now! GEEKOM Mini PC A7 - $120 off on Amazon Prime Day.
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Huawei’s mobile OS is on nearly a billion devices in China
Huawei’s mobile OS is on nearly a billion devices in China, and its new HarmonyOS Next removes all traces of Android.
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GPD Duo Dual-Screen sports two foldable AMOLED displays and an OCuLink connector
GPD Duo Dual-Screen is a 13.3-inch productivity laptop with two foldable AMOLED displays and an OCuLink connector.
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Seagate's largest hard disk is finally available to buy, but it doesn't work in Windows or macOS
Seagate's largest hard disk, the 25TB Exos X26z, is finally available to buy, but it doesn't work in Windows or macOS.
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