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'I will quit buying games' — Sony is killing physical discs in 2028 and now unhappy fans are concerned about what it means for game ownership
Sony's plan to stop producing physical discs by 2028 has spawned an overwhelmingly negative reaction from PlayStation fans.
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Virginia county tells schools, businesses to 'conserve electricity' as AI data center demand hits grid, raises energy prices
Henrico County in Virginia is facing electricity and water supply constraints, with electricity bills rising 25% this month.
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Expert says GTA 6 pre-orders are a big target for scammers — warns 'scammers don’t need to break into Rockstar or hack the game' to steal your details
GTA 6 pre-order scams are on the rise and we asked an expert how to keep stay safe.
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How to watch Spain vs Austria: Free Streams, TV Channels & Kick-Off time for FIFA World Cup 2026 as Lamine Yamal's side begin knockout campaign
Here's how to watch Spain vs Austria for free online and from anywhere at the FIFA World Cup 2026, as La Roja continue their quest for a second global title.
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Samsung is pulling the plug on its Vascular Load tracking tool in the US just a year after it launched — but don’t worry, the company is offering an alternative
Samsung is getting rid of its Vascular Load tool on Galaxy Watch in the US, but it's got another feature to replace it.
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This Samsung 32-inch curved monitor just hit its lowest price ever — and I think it's one of the best QHD deals on Amazon right now
A more immersive monitor for productivity.
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Upgrade your morning pour-over with these 15 beautifully designed coffee drippers, chosen by a certified barista
Sometimes you can't beat a cup of full-bodied drip coffee, and the right brewer will help you achieve the best flavor.
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If I was buying a fitness tracker right now, it would be the discounted Fitbit Charge 6
The Fitbit Charge 6 is a budget-friendly smartwatch that has dropped back to its lowest-ever price right now at Amazon.
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In the future of gaming, you'll pay lump sums, and 'own nothing' — and that's exactly what Sony has just kickstarted
Physical games are dead thanks to Sony, and the future of gaming doesn't look bright at all, with the absence of game ownership.
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The 'gorgeous' Microsoft Surface Laptop is the perfect productivity machine for work and study — and it's dropped $200 in Best Buy's 4th of July sale
In our review of this business laptop, we called it 'simply gorgeous and a joy to type on.'
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New report claims AI is leading to job layoffs — but higher-level more educated workers are being hit hardest
AI unemployment is disproportionately affecting higher-level, more educated tech workers in California, report warns.
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‘Back pain in the morning? Can't touch your toes?' — An ergonomic expert shares tips to stay healthy if you're spending lots of time at your desk
Dr. Lindsey Migliore explains how to best sit in your gaming or office chair.
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This stylish HP OmniDesk Ryzen 7 desktop just dropped to $790 — and I think it's one of the top tower PC deals around right now
A Ryzen 7 8700G, Radeon 780M integrated graphics, 32GB of DDR5 RAM, and a 1TB SSD in a stylish, compact tower.
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Work in 2026: the future of flexible tech
Working patterns have evolved quickly, but technology hasn’t always kept pace.
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How a free YouTube channel is using the World Cup to destroy the broadcaster paywall
A single Brazilian YouTube channel is pulling record-breaking World Cup audiences, proving that fans will use VPNs to do whatever it takes to dodge expensive paywalls.
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DJI's 'best-in-class' Osmo 360 Adventure Combo is a summer steal for content creators — with a massive $245 off at Best Buy right now
The 'undeniably classy' 360-degree action cam is the perfect companion for vloggers and travel creators.
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I tried Claude Sonnet 5 with prompts that ask it to finish the job, not just answer the question — and that's where the AI war is going
Claude Sonnet 5 shows that the next AI battle isn’t about better chatbot answers — it’s about which assistant can actually get work done.
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Over 500,000 websites wrongly blocked in Spain as La Liga anti-piracy campaign backfires
Spain’s aggressive anti-piracy campaign to protect La Liga football broadcasts has accidentally blocked over 500,000 legitimate websites. A new OONI report highlights the massive collateral damage, privacy concerns, and the dangers of IP-based blocking.
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Microsoft suggests Copilot is the 'button you can press to fix everything' in Windows 11 — here's hoping it can fix the company's marketing department
Microsoft needs to stop this kind of cringe marketing to change perceptions around Windows 11.
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Agentic AI adoption outpaces governance in regulated industries
Agentic AI is accelerating audits, but governance gaps threaten regulated enterprises.
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‘100% of Hide My Email addresses were exploitable’: Apple’s security feature can be duped into supplying the real contact info — and the bug has remained unpatched for over a year
The bug was reported to Apple over a year ago, but still nothing has been done.
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Porkbun review 2026
Cheap and cheerful no-frill domains
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Warner Bros is set to adapt another Creepypasta horror sensation after the success of A24's Backrooms — but I'm unsure what to make of it
Siren Head is the next Creepypasta story to come to the big screen, but will it be able to mirror the success of Backrooms?
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Meta reportedly wants to start a cloud computing business to compete with AWS, Azure and others
Facebook's parent company could be launching a new Meta Compute business to sell excess capacity to other hyperscalers and startups.
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The 4.5-star-rated Shark ChillPill gets its first price cut just in time for the upcoming heatwave
With a heatwave approaching, it's perfect timing for the excellent Shark ChillPill to get its first-ever discount at Amazon.
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Who needs a MacBook Air? This $550 HP OmniBook 3 deal packs AI features and up to 32 hours of battery life
This HP AI laptop is perfect for students and remote or hybrid professionals, and it's just $550 at Amazon.
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Bosgame VTI-490 review: This mini PC packs in more power than expected and handled network editing like a workstation
The VTI-490's cyberpunk design hints at a gaming mini PC, but its performance is more like that of a creative workstation.
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Amazon reveals it used more energy than New Zealand in 2025 as its carbon footprint rises 16%
AWS has more data centers than before, hence the rise in emissions, but supply chain emissions are still a major problem.
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Hasselblad fans can now ditch Adobe for good — as Capture One support makes its cameras much more appealing for pros
For commercial and professional photographers, the partnership between these two Scandinavian-based companies had to happen.
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WhatsApp should freeze username rollout as it could ‘increase cybercrimes’, says India — but Meta claims impersonation isn’t an issue
The great WhatsApp username rush is on, but there may be problems with scammers and impersonations.
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The DEA Plans to Ban Opioid-Like Kratom Compound 7-OH
The federal agency says it will temporarily schedule the drug, which has been called “gas station heroin,” as a controlled substance—a boon for MAHA and the mainstream kratom industry.
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7 Lesser-Known Google Account Settings You Should Change
Adjust your options for things like account recovery, ad personalization, and which parts of your Google profile are shared publicly.
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8 Best Travel Adapters (2026): My Top Recommendations
When going abroad, the right plugs are essential to keep your gadgets charged. These are my favorite travel adapters and chargers.
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Bublue BuVortex V5 Pool Skimmer Review: An Impractical Cleaner
The Bublue BuVortex V5 ditches conventional skimming for a vortex-powered design that’s fascinating to watch, even if it’s severely impractical.
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How Trump Helped China Make America’s Cheapest EV
Slate is the latest automaker to transition to lower-cost batteries perfected in China, driven in part by the repeal of EV tax credits that required materials to be sourced domestically.
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I Tried Rips, the Card-Pack App Where Users Spend Thousands Chasing Pricey Pokémon
I ripped open $892 worth of Pokémon packs on my phone in under 15 minutes and walked away with 62 cents. My adrenaline rush felt like the future of gambling.
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Inside the Luddite Festival Harnessing Gen Z’s Rage Against Big Tech
New York City’s Summer of Ludd festival is teaching people how to live offline amid the suffocating presence of Big Tech.
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Meta Is Charging a Subscription for Smart Glasses Features. Welcome to the New Era of Consumer Tech
You bought the hardware. Now you’ll need to subscribe for “expanded access” to the most advanced features.
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Heat Domes Are Dangerous. July Fourth Activities Will Make Things Worse
Long hours outdoors, day drinking, and World Cup matches are among the factors raising the risks of heat-related illness, as hot weather spreads across the eastern US.
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Paramount+ Coupon Codes and Deals for July 2026
Save on streaming with the latest Paramount+ promo codes and deals, including 50% off subscriptions, free trials, and more.
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Dell Coupon Codes: 20% Off for July 2026
Get 20% off with verified Dell promo code, plus today’s coupons for up to $600 off laptops, Alienware monitors, and all things tech.
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Booking.com Promo Codes: 20% Off | July 2026
Enjoy big savings on your next adventure with our Booking.com promo codes, coupons, and handpicked travel deals.
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B&H Photo Promo Codes and Deals This July 2026
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30% Off Canon Promo Codes | July 2026
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Walmart Promo Codes: Up to 65% Off for July 2026
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Hostinger Promo Code: 79% Off for July 2026
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Squarespace Promo Codes: 20% Off in July 2026
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30% Off Samsung Promo Code | July 2026
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Altra Running Promo Codes July 2026
Score big savings on Altra Running shoes with up to 50% off sale styles, 20% off select models, 10% off your first order when you sign up, plus free standard delivery on every purchase.
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Whoop Promo Codes: 20% Off This July 2026
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Independence Day celebrations are a great time for fireworks photos. Here's how to capture them with just your phone.
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Winners of the 2026 iPhone Photography Awards Redefine the Notion of 'iPhone Photos'
The 19th annual competition features photographers from 48 countries, most using older iPhone cameras.
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Expensive Internet Bill? Your Contract-Free Provider's Fees May Be to Blame
Contract-free flexibility isn't always a flex, especially when your ISP is nickeling and diming you.
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Get your deep freezer ready. Summer grilling season is here, and it's time to stock up on all your favorite cuts of meat.
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Best iPhone in 2026: Here's Which Apple Phone You Should Buy
Apple raised the prices on its products, but not its phones. We tested and reviewed every iPhone the company sells. Here's which one you should buy.
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Dyson’s First Handheld Fan Could Be a Heat Wave Savior, but There Are a Few Cons
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Another generation of Lenovo's powerhouse tower PC delivers plenty of performance and style, but it doesn't fully address its predecessor's prior issues.
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The automaker became a case study in AI hubris, bringing back 350 "gray beard" engineers to teach its automated quality systems to build cars that don't suck.
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Winners from the 2026 iPhone Photography Awards
The 19th annual competition includes photos made solely with iPhone cameras.
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Premium subscribers can listen to narrations by both Jim Dale and Stephen Fry.
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The tour heads to Illinois with Brian Campbell looking to defend his title.
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Physical Games Are Going Away, but Call of Duty Is Coming to PlayStation Plus in July. That's Nice, Right?
Sony is bringing Modern Warfare 3, For the King 2 and more to all PS Plus subscribers in July.
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The 27 Best Gaming Gifts of 2026
From controllers and gaming keyboards to headphones and consoles, here are the top gifts to surprise the gamer in your life.
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US cyber agency warns over forgotten SharePoint flaw
An RCE vulnerability in Microsoft SharePoint that was mistakenly omitted from the May Patch Tuesday bulletin is being exploited in the wild, says Cisa.
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Digital readiness gaps emerge around FIFA World Cup 2026
Dynatrace research highlights disparities in federation website performance around the FIFA World Cup 2026, with Saudi Arabia among the slowest performers, as organisations turn to AI and observability to manage unpredictable traffic spikes
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Data dive: Kill switch and catch-up – can Europe close the sovereignty gap?
As the US demonstrates it can wield an AI ‘kill switch’, the EU and UK unleash a wave of sovereign tech measures. Can state-led industrial policy bridge a $2tn revenue chasm?
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Danske Bank extends AWS agreement for next phase of transformation
Danish multinational bank and cloud service giant will work together on GenAI initiatives as part of the bank’s transformation strategy
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Union calls for insourcing of pension contract as Capita ‘shit show’ goes on
Outsourcer had until 30 June to fix issues with Civil Service Pension Scheme administration deal it took over in December 2025, but problems persist
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Self-harm and cyberflashing added to online safety offences list
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Post Office delays signing Horizon replacement for third time
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Finland bets industrial recovery on health AI, maths and quantum
The ‘world’s first’ national AI model leads Finnish plan to concentrate national resources on industrial revival
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Nordic datacentre investments surge amid tightening licence rules
Strains on national power grids in the Nordic region are pushing the region’s governments towards tougher regulation
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MWC Shanghai 2026: Gulf operators look to U6GHz as the next step in 5G Advanced evolution
As AI dominates conversations across the telecoms industry, operators are increasingly facing a parallel challenge: ensuring that mobile networks can evolve fast enough to support the next generation of intelligent applications
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UK tech chiefs discuss agentic AI and workforce culture
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British public won’t tolerate cyber disruption any more
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