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I spoke to Chris Hemsworth about all things fitness for the new Disney+ show Limitless
From Avengers: Doomsday to performing with Ed Sheeran in a sold-out arena, is there anything Chris Hemsworth can’t master? Not judging by his secret fitness tips for a healthy life.
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Want to use Spotify to improve your wellbeing? These are 3 features I use to get me through the day
From workout playlists to sleep sounds, these are 3 Spotify wellness features I use all the time.
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The Ninja FrostVault Go is a cooler you wear on your back, and I was blown away by its chilling powers
I left this backpack cooler in a hot car during a heatwave... and my beers were miraculously still cold at the end of the day.
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I walked 10,000 steps every day for a week – and used 3 techniques to make it easy
3 simple strategies I used to hit that magic, arbitrary steps goal.
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3 gadgets came in handy on my multi-day canoe trip – but there was one more I wish I'd brought
I took a ridiculously powerful GPS watch, complete with a built-in flashlight – but forgot my camera.
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The Ecovacs Deebot X8 Pro Omni is a chatty all-in-one robot vacuum that cleans better than most others I’ve tested
Ecovacs has taken user feedback on board, updating not only its app, but also making one heck of a robot vacuum cleaner in the Deebot X8 Pro Omni.
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I watched the new Netflix political thriller Hostage and it’s hands down the best original TV show of 2025
The new Netflix series Hostage follows a fictional British Prime Minister's husband being abducted, and that's just the tip of the iceberg.
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Shokz OpenDots One review: reliable clip-on headphones that undercut the Bose in the best way
The Shokz OpenDots One offer a comfortable and reliable fit, decent sound quality and a price tag that won't break the bank.
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Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold isn’t a reinvention, but these two major upgrades make it a foldable worth considering
While not a reinvention, the Pixel 10 Pro Fold looks like a solid upgrade offering potentially better performance, more durability, Qi 2 charging, and Pixel Snap.
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The Google Pixel Watch 4 might look similar to its predecessor, but the changes under the hood could make a big difference
Google’s Pixel Watch 4 packs a repairable design, plenty of health features, and the promise of improved battery life – here are our early impressions.
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The Pixel 10 may look the same as before, but what's inside will change Android forever
With a new 5x zoom lens and a world of Pixelsnap accessories, the Pixel 10 is the upgrade that finally catches Google’s Pixel line up with the best phones you can buy.
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The Kuvings Hands-Free Slow Juicer AUTO10 Plus is the ultimate tool for juicing
Make large batches of juice, plus whip up sorbets, smoothies, sauces, plant milks, and more.
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Android will finally let Pixel owners adjust flashlight strength, just like on the iPhone
You won't have to put up with a flashlight strength that's too bright or too dim for your needs for much longer.
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'It could change lives': HMD debuts the 'pornography incompatible' HMD Fuse kids' smartphone – and it really does work
HMD has teamed up with British online safety company SafeToNet to create a phone for kids that blocks the creation, sending, and receipt of nude images.
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Google Pixel 10 vs Pixel 10 Pro vs Pixel 10 Pro XL – here’s what's different
The Google Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, and Pixel 10 Pro XL have a lot of similarities, but they also have plenty of differences.
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I’m a power bank nerd and here are the airline rules you need to know
Here’s everything you need to know about the latest airline rules, capacity limits, and smart tips for traveling safely with power banks.
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Google Pixel 10 vs Pixel 8: does a two-year-old Pixel still make sense?
The Pixel 8 is getting on a bit but it can still match the Google Pixel 10 in some ways, while being far behind in others.
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I've tried both the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 – here's why one is still the foldable leader
With its IP68 resistance rating, the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold is an impressive foldable, but the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 is still the clear winner
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Google Pixel 10 vs Google Pixel 9: all the biggest differences
The Google Pixel 10 is an upgrade on the Pixel 9 in numerous ways, and simply different in others.
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NYT Wordle today — answer and my hints for game #1524, Thursday, August 21
Looking for Wordle hints? I can help. Plus get the answers to Wordle today and yesterday.
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UpdatedThe best DDR5 RAM in 2025
I've rounded up all the best DDR5 RAM kits available for current-generation AMD and Intel desktops using more than 100 hours of extensive testing and benchmarking.
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The ROG Xbox Ally's official release date has been announced, but pricing is still a mystery
The long-awaited ROG Xbox Ally handhelds finally have their release date set, thanks to Xbox's unveiling at Gamescom 2025.
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Worried about Chat Control? This website can help you get your say
The controversial child sexual abuse (CSAM) scanning bill could be adopted as early as October 14, 2025, raising concerns among experts about citizens' communications privacy and security.
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Quordle hints and answers for Thursday, August 21 (game #1305)
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 Thursday, August 21 (game #536)
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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I'm fed up with ads in Windows 11, but Microsoft may introduce yet another one to the Start menu
Will Microsoft ever stop pushing its products via Windows 11's Start menu? It doesn't seem likely.
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The iPhone's Camera Control could be the new MacBook Touch Bar, according to sketchy rumor that says iPhone 18 will drop it
The iPhone 17 series might be the last phones with a Camera Control button according to one source, but we have our doubts.
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The rumored M5 Pro Mac mini could be the perfect little gaming box, and I can’t wait to try it
The M5 Mac mini might be the device that finally convinces me to say goodbye to the M1.
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Apple Messages is finally getting a feature it’s needed for years in iOS 26
Apple’s Messages app is getting two important new features in iOS 26.
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What are the best AirPods to buy today? I've used every model since 2016, and here are my recommendations
Are the AirPods Pro 2, AirPods 4 or AirPods Max the best value? Here's how I'd spend my money
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UK agrees to drop its Apple encryption backdoor request – but digital rights experts aren't ready to celebrate
For now, the power to undermine encryption remains in the UK law under the Investigatory Powers Act. Digital rights experts now call for an amendment.
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Towelie wasn’t even the worst part of South Park season 27 episode 3 – just wait for the ending
Towelie went to Washington D.C. in South Park season 27 episode 3, but he had little to do with the bone-chilling ending that I can't watch again.
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Spider-Man: Brand New Day casts Severance star in mystery role – and another Marvel hero could also appear in the MCU film
Spider-Man: Brand New Day's latest rumored cast addition will be a familiar face to Severance fans.
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I can’t wait for Fallout season 2 to dive into New Vegas – here are 6 things I’m desperate to see when the Prime Video show returns
The Fallout season 2 trailer has already teased so many exciting details, but there's even more I want to see when the Prime Video show returns.
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UpdatedEmily in Paris season 5: everything we know so far about the hit Netflix show’s return
Emily in Paris season 5 has got its release date – here's everything we know about the hit Netflix show's return.
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I watched the new Netflix political thriller Hostage and it’s hands down the best original TV show of 2025
The new Netflix series Hostage follows a fictional British Prime Minister's husband being abducted, and that's just the tip of the iceberg.
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LG's best budget OLED TV of 2025 is on sale for a record-low price of $799.99
The LG B5 is this year's best budget OLED TV, and Best Buy has the 48-inch model on sale for a stunningly low price of $799.99.
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Hot dealsThe cheapest OLED TV deals and sales in August 2025
Your guide to the best OLED TV deals with incredible sales from brands like Sony, LG, and more.
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LG TVs are the first to get 4K 120Hz Nvidia GeForce NOW game streaming – anyone want RTX 5080 power without the cost?
LG OLED TVs and monitors are getting a massive gaming upgrade
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I compared Panasonic and Sony's 2025 OLED TVs to see which has the better sound – and there’s an obvious winner
Panasonic and Sony TVs have the best built-in sound on the market, but who comes out on top in a side-by-side test?
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One of the best budget TVs you can buy is down to a record-low price on Amazon
The best budget TV around is now cheaper than ever. Here's why you need the Roku Pro Series 65-inch QLED TV in your life.
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I found the best way to hang the LG C5 OLED TV – I'll never use bolts and studs again
Wall-mounting your new TV doesn't have to mean drilling into two-by-four studs. Using the Hang Smart system, you can instead hang it like a picture frame.
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Best Labor Day TV sales 2025: today's best early deals from $69.99
I'm rounding up today's best early Labor Day TV sales, which include record-low prices on 4K, QLED, and OLED displays, with prices starting at just $69.99.
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Shokz OpenDots One review: reliable clip-on headphones that undercut the Bose in the best way
The Shokz OpenDots One offer a comfortable and reliable fit, decent sound quality and a price tag that won't break the bank.
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4 reasons why the Google Pixel Buds 2a could be the $129 earbuds to beat in 2025 – and one key area in which they disappoint
They're super-small, they're the first A-series Pixel Buds to get ANC and there are other strong perks – but there's also an omission on the spec-sheet…
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Spotify is offering three months of Premium for free – here’s how to get it, plus 3 other ways to score a free Spotify trial
Are you an Apple Music subscriber who wants to see what Spotify has to offer? Sign up to this three-month Spotify Premium free trial before it's gone.
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I tried Google’s Pixel Buds 2a, and these budget earbuds offer my favorite parts of the Pixel Buds Pro 2 in a cheaper package
Google's just made its next-generation affordable earbuds official, and I got to briefly try out the new Pixel Buds 2a.
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Google Pixel Buds 2a are official, bringing noise cancellation and Gemini AI to your ears for a low price – and Pixel Buds Pro 2 get some great free upgrades too
Google's smallest wireless earbuds are getting some really big upgrades
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This vertical turntable with an 'optical' stylus is the futuristic, minimalist vinyl spinner I dreamed of as a kid
This unusual turntable looks like it's been sent from space
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Groov-e Wave Glow review: a portable, budget Bluetooth speaker that sadly doesn't sound good enough to make the grade
The Groov-e Wave Glow does indeed glow and some of its features are groovy, but the sound quality just isn't good enough for a higher star-rating
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The Google Pixel Watch 4 is here – these are the 4 new features I'm most excited about
A list of cool new features we’re getting on the Google Pixel Watch 4.
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The Google Pixel Watch 4 might look similar to its predecessor, but the changes under the hood could make a big difference
Google’s Pixel Watch 4 packs a repairable design, plenty of health features, and the promise of improved battery life – here are our early impressions.
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I walked 10,000 steps every day for a week – and used 3 techniques to make it easy
3 simple strategies I used to hit that magic, arbitrary steps goal.
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Another DJI rival bites the dust – Autel quits consumer drones, here’s what you need to know
With Autel Robotics ending sales and support for two of its most popular drone ranges, it seems that DJI's market competition is drying up.
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Ricoh GR IV preorders are live – here are 3 upgrades to expect from the X100VI alternative, according to the first sample images
The newly announced Ricoh GR IV appears to be a modest upgrade of the GR III, but the first unboxing videos and reviews suggest there's more to be excited about.
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I'm a photographer and went screen-free for a week – here's how it changed my photography experience
Can you and should you try screen-free photography? I ditched the display of my own camera to find out.
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Sigma reveals super-bright lens for astrophotography fans – plus a new world-first for pro sports shooters
Sigma reveals two superb-looking lenses; the 12mm F1.4 for APS-C mirrorless cameras, plus the 200mm F2 for full-frame, with sales starting on September 4.
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The Ecovacs Deebot X8 Pro Omni is a chatty all-in-one robot vacuum that cleans better than most others I’ve tested
Ecovacs has taken user feedback on board, updating not only its app, but also making one heck of a robot vacuum cleaner in the Deebot X8 Pro Omni.
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I test kitchen tech for a living, and these are my top 3 Ninja air fryers for quick and tasty meals
Ninja is the biggest name in air fryers, and these three will make preparing all your favorite dishes a piece of cake.
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Leaked Philips Hue hub can support over 150 bulbs, and turn them into motion sensors
The leaked Philips Hue Bridge Pro boasts some impressive (in cases almost needlessly so) capabilities.
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The Kuvings Hands-Free Slow Juicer AUTO10 Plus is the ultimate tool for juicing
Make large batches of juice, plus whip up sorbets, smoothies, sauces, plant milks, and more.
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Updated
The best DDR5 RAM in 2025
I've rounded up all the best DDR5 RAM kits available for current-generation AMD and Intel desktops using more than 100 hours of extensive testing and benchmarking.
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Buying GuideI've tested almost every Dyson vacuum – these are my top recommendations for a range of different customers
Your guide to the best Dyson vacuums for a range of budgets and needs.
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UpdatedThe best camera phone 2025
We've tested all of the best camera phones and can tell you what they do best
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The best air purifier 2025: 8 excellent purifiers, tried and tested by experts
We've rounded up the most effective air purifiers around, for a range of room sizes and budgets.
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What are the best AirPods to buy today? I've used every model since 2016, and here are my recommendations
Are the AirPods Pro 2, AirPods 4 or AirPods Max the best value? Here's how I'd spend my money
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The best wet-dry vacuum cleaner 2025: recommended by expert reviewers
We've tested a range of wet and dry vacuums from leading brands – here are the ones that came out on top.
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The best foldable phones 2025: best flip phones and tablet foldables
The best foldable phones, from the new Google Pixel Fold to the latest Samsung Flip and more
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T-Mobile is offering the all-new Google Pixel 10 phone for free, yes really – here's how
Google has unveiled the all-new Pixel 10 phone, and T-Mobile has an incredible deal that allows you to get the phone for free when you trade in a device and sign up for a new plan.
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Spotify is offering three months of Premium for free – here’s how to get it, plus 3 other ways to score a free Spotify trial
Are you an Apple Music subscriber who wants to see what Spotify has to offer? Sign up to this three-month Spotify Premium free trial before it's gone.
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Google releases the all-new Pixel Watch 4, and Best Buy already has a $200 discount
Google has unveiled the all-new Pixel Watch 4, and today's best pre-order deal is a $200 discount with a qualifying trade-in at Best Buy.
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LG's best budget OLED TV of 2025 is on sale for a record-low price of $799.99
The LG B5 is this year's best budget OLED TV, and Best Buy has the 48-inch model on sale for a stunningly low price of $799.99.
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UpdatedHulu price and plans: best deals, bundles and cost compared to Netflix, Disney+ and more
Hop over to Hulu to find the best plans and prices for your viewing needs! Our complete guide includes bundle deals and comparisons to other streaming platforms.
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The cheapest OLED TV deals and sales in August 2025
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I'm fed up with ads in Windows 11, but Microsoft may introduce yet another one to the Start menu
Will Microsoft ever stop pushing its products via Windows 11's Start menu? It doesn't seem likely.
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Can't reset your Windows 11 or 10 PC? Microsoft rushes out fix after breaking vital recovery features
A bug in the latest updates for Windows 11 and 10 spells trouble for those trying to reset their PC or recover from other glitches.
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UpdatedBug in Windows 11 update reportedly breaks some SSDs - and Microsoft says it's now 'investigating'
The latest Windows 11 update could spell trouble for SSDs, but let's not get carried away yet.
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The wait is over! Meta and Oakley just released 6 new smart glasses
Oakley and Meta have finally debuted their six non-limited edition HSTN smart glasses.
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Sorry Black Ops 7, my new most anticipated first-person shooter is full of anime girls with guns
Fate Trigger is my new most anticipated FPS after its Opening Night Live 2025 appearance.
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I’ve tried the Asus Raikiri 2 wireless controller, and it might set the standard for third-party Xbox pads
The new Asus Rog Raikiri 2 looks like everything you could want from an updated and enhanced pad.
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It seemed almost inevitable, but the PS5 is about to get a lot more expensive
Sony has announced that the price of all PlayStation 5 consoles will increase in the US from August 21.
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The 17 best cozy Switch games to play in 2025
The best cozy Switch games will provide you with relaxing and warm ways to play on the Nintendo Switch, and these games are the best of the best.
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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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Mullvad is set to remove support for OpenVPN in six months – here's why
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Germany's possible ad blocker ban could threaten user freedom and privacy, says Mozilla
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International VPN Day: a privacy solution or "a loophole that needs closing" – here's what's at stake
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NordVPN is killing Meshnet – here's all we know
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Stop homework headaches: Get the tool that boosts your kid's focus
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New laptop? Don't forget this $2 privacy essential for students
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Proton VPN expands Linux capabilities with new split tunneling feature
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Anthropic is adding Claude Code to business plans - so now all your workers can enjoy a major AI boost
Previously only available for individual accounts, Claude Code is now available for Enterprise and Team users too.
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Google, AMD and Intel catching up on Nvidia? Survey shows almost a third of AI teams now use non-Nvidia hardware
Survey shows Nvidia remains dominant in AI hardware, but Google, AMD and Intel adoption is growing as budget constraints, cloud reliance and power needs reshape decisions.
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Intel borrows AMD feature which could finally mean more allocated RAM for the iGPU for these all-important AI tasks
Intel introduces "Shared GPU Memory Override" for Core Ultra systems, boosting integrated graphics memory for AI workloads, but gaming results remain mixed.
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Still use Skype at work? Bad news, hackers are targeting it with dangerous malware
Up until recently, Skype was being used to deliver dangerous GodRAT malware.
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