• Apple’s M6 MacBook Pro is due to launch this year
• But a report claims it won’t be joined by the M6 Pro and M6 Max
• Instead, Apple’s next pro chips will be the M7 Pro and M7 Max in 2027

Apple has just announced massive price rises across the board, with the company’s MacBook range affected particularly badly. That makes it tough if you’re thinking of upgrading, but a new report has thrown a fresh spanner into the works.

As per an article from Bloomberg reporter Mark Gurman, it looks as though Apple might decide to completely skip the high-end M6 Pro and M6 Max chips from its MacBook Pro laptops this year. That will leave the M6 chip as the sole entry in its generation, with no pro-grade options at all.

Instead, Gurman believes Apple’s next Pro and Max chips won’t arrive until the M7 line touches down in 2027. Given that Apple often launches new Macs in the fall, that could mean you’re waiting over a year for new top-tier chips.

That complicates the process if you want to get a new MacBook Pro equipped with Pro or Max chips. Apple’s latest entries — the M5 Pro and M5 Max — were launched in spring 2026, potentially making for an 18-month gap between professional chips. That’s a long time to wait.

And if you’re in the hunt for the MacBook Ultra — Apple’s rumored flagship MacBook Pro that will supposedly come with a touchscreen OLED display and a thinner design — Gurman doesn’t mention that at all, although he has previously said it’ll come in early 2027.

Other rumors had pegged the MacBook Ultra for a release date this fall. But with the M6 Pro and M6 Max chips potentially missing in action, the betting is that it will either come with Apple’s M5 Ultra chip this year or will be delayed until the M7 series. Right now, it's unclear which route is most likely — although supply chain rumors suggest the OLED MacBook "will be produced starting next month".

A frustrating wait

If you’re thinking of getting a new MacBook Pro, the impact of Apple’s decision will depend on what you’re looking for. After all, if you’re most interested in the entry-level M6 chip, that’s apparently coming out as per the usual fall timeframe. That said, you’ll need to pay Apple’s increased prices, which see $300 / £300 / AU$500 added to the baseline MacBook Pro’s asking price, taking it up to a $1,999 / £1,999 / AU$3,199 starting point.

If, on the other hand, the M6 Pro or M6 Max chips are more to your taste, you’ll have the double-whammy of a delayed launch and a higher price to contend with. That could complicate your upgrade plans, as you’ll have to both wait longer and have more money saved before pulling the trigger.

Apple has remained silent on the reasoning for this delay — or whether it’s even happening at all — but Gurman cites “people with knowledge of the matter” who say that artificial intelligence (AI) is the main factor. According to Gurman, Apple is making the move to “fast-track technologies that it originally planned to release later. The change should help meet growing demand for on-device AI capabilities and more graphics-intensive software.”

We don’t yet know what those unnamed technologies are, but Apple evidently feels that it’s best to wait until they’re ready for its pro users. That might make a degree of sense, but it means a frustrating wait for anyone who wants more than the base-level chips inside their next MacBook Pro.

• Klue recently suffered a cyber attack at the hands of Icarus
• Icarus was apparently deleting the stolen customer data
• An unnamed group claims to have stolen the data from Icarus, and is now extorting Klue customers directly

Earlier this month, market research provider Klue suffered a cyberattack with the knock-on effects hitting major companies such as LastPass, Gong, Jamf, HackerOne, Huntress and others.

Klue has since revealed it is in contact with the Icarus ransomware group, who claim to have been in possession of stolen data and were threatening to leak the data in an attempt to extort the company.

But a second, unnamed group has emerged, which claims to have broken into a member of the Icarus group’s environment to steal the customer data stolen by Icarus from Klue. This second group is now apparently attempting to extort Klue customers directly, much to the annoyance of Icarus.

Hackers hacked by hackers

An update shared privately with Klue customers on Wednesday night and seen by TechCrunch said, “We continue to communicate with the threat actor we have been in contact with (‘Icarus’). Icarus told us they are taking steps to delete the data taken from Klue customers. The Icarus site remains down and we have indications that Icarus is indeed taking steps to delete data taken from Klue customers.”

Icarus later informed Klue that the second group was attempting to extort Klue customers using the same data, having posted a list of affected companies on its own website. Alongside this list, they also claimed to have stolen the customer data from Icarus, after one of the Icarus group accidentally allowed the group to connect to the server hosting the stolen data.

Although there is no evidence that Klue has paid the Icarus group, the unnamed group also posted a statement that an “Icarus operator who is a teenager living somewhere in the UK or adjacent countries” had been paid by Klue to delete the stolen data.

A further communique issued by Klue to its customers said that it had been reassured by Icarus that the unnamed group only had samples of the stolen data, not the full set. It also said that, “Icarus has asked us to inform Klue customers to not make payment to this other party.”

Klue also suggested that its customers should ask the second group for random samples of their data to prove whether or not they actually had obtained the full set of stolen customer data.

Earlier this year, I wrote about my travels around the world with the Scapade AirPack — a Find My-enabled rucksack with more built-in security features than Fort Knox.

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I carried the AirPack with me through Chilean deserts, Brazilian cities, and Australia’s Whitsundays archipelago, but in fact, Scapade’s anti-theft rucksack is intended for professionals on the move: it’s a work bag, which I decided to use as a travel bag because of its myriad security features.

And so now that the Scapade AirPack is on sale for just £99 (was £124.99) at Amazon, I’m re-upping it as a great option if you’re in need of a new (and more secure) work backpack in 2026.

Today's best Scapade AirPack deal

The USP of the AirPack is its compatibility with Apple’s Find My network. There’s a discreet Find My module tucked into its rear panel, which is easily paired with your iPhone and viewable from the Find My app.

There are no separate apps or subscription fees here; once paired, you’re good to go, and the tracking module will last for up to six months on a single charge. There’s also a 120db ringer, should you need to locate the AirPack or expose unsuspecting bag thieves in a crowded location.

The security features don’t stop there. The AirPack features a TSA-approved combination lock, theft-resistant pocket zips, and padded, scratch‑protective compartments for laptops and tablets of up to 16 inches and 13 inches, respectively.

It also features specific slots for keys, cards, and passports, and if you’re packing heavy, you can even retract the bag’s back panel 180 degrees and load it up like a suitcase.

Scapade has thought of everything with the AirPack, and while its usual £124.99 retail price might be too steep for some, Amazon’s sub-£100 deal price has brought this exceptional piece of kit into great-value territory.

More Prime Day deals in the UK

• Amazon Prime: get a 30-day free trial
• Amazon Devices: Fire, Ring & Blink from £13.99
• Amazon Haul: up to 30% off
• Apple: up to 33% off AirPods & Apple Watch
• Appliances: up to 45% off Ninja & De'Longhi
• Beauty: up to 60% off Philips & Oral-B
• Essentials: household goods from £5
• Fans: from £20
• Fashion: up to 50% off
• Gaming: up to 25% off SSDs & games
• Grand Theft Auto 6: pre-order now
• Headphones: up to 50% off Beats & Sony
• Laptops: from £149
• Tablets: Samsung & Lenovo from £79.99
• Toys: up to 25% off Lego and Tonies
• TVs: from £129.99
• Vacuums: up to 40% off Shark & Roborock
• Wearables: up to 30% off Garmin & Oura

It's the last day of this year's big Amazon Prime Day sales event, and I assumed many of the discounts were pretty much fixed at this point. However, I certainly didn't see a second price drop on the Oura Ring 4 coming today.

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Our engagement editor Amelia Schwanke wrote about the 4.5-star Oura Ring 4 hitting a record low price earlier in the week, but I'm excited to report that it's dropped even further, as you can get the Oura Ring 4 for just £199.99 (was £349.99) at Amazon in Black, Brushed Silver, Silver, and Stealth colours. The Gold and Rose Gold colours are still a little bit more expensive at £229.99, but even if you do want to shell out for these, it's a hell of a deal.

Check it out below. If you're in the US and you've found yourself here, there's good news too — you can also get the Oura Ring 4 for just $226 (was $349).

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It's an incredible piece of technology (it even won our health and fitness device of the year award), made even better by this crazy discount. Remember: Prime Day ends tonight, so you don't have long to snap this up.

More Prime Day deals in the UK

• Amazon Prime: get a 30-day free trial
• Amazon Devices: Fire, Ring & Blink from £13.99
• Amazon Haul: up to 30% off
• Apple: up to 33% off AirPods & Apple Watch
• Appliances: up to 45% off Ninja & Tefal
• Beauty: up to 60% off Philips & Oral-B
• Essentials: household goods from £5
• Fans: from £20
• Fashion: up to 50% off
• Gaming: £90 off PlayStation 5
• Headphones: up to 50% off Beats & Sony
• Laptops: from £149
• Tablets: Samsung & Lenovo from £79.99
• Toys: up to 25% off Lego and Tonies
• TVs: from £129.99
• Vacuums: up to 40% off Shark & Roborock
• Wearables: up to 30% off Garmin & Oura

The sun is setting on this year's Amazon Prime Day, but thankfully, the offers on the best fitness trackers haven't gone anywhere.

Finding a new fitness tracker can be a little overwhelming given all the options that are available, but if it's a simple, easy-to-use yet effective device you're after then the search becomes a lot easier.

I've chosen five of the best deals on entry-level fitness trackers, and the best part is that they're mostly under £100 (one is just a few pounds over), so you can start your fitness journey without breaking the bank.

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The standout deal for me is the Fitbit Charge 6, one of our favorite devices, which is down to a record-low £75.05 (was £139.99). You can also snag the Fitbit Inspire 3 for even cheaper at £59.99 (was £84.99).

If you've been thinking about taking the plunge and getting a new fitness wearable, this could be your final chance to bag some of these deals for a while, so don't miss it!

Today's best fitness tracker deals in the UK

More Prime Day deals in the UK

• Amazon Prime: get a 30-day free trial
• Amazon Devices: Fire, Ring & Blink from £13.99
• Amazon Haul: up to 30% off
• Apple: up to 33% off AirPods & Apple Watch
• Appliances: up to 45% off Ninja & Tefal
• Beauty: up to 60% off Philips & Oral-B
• Essentials: household goods from £5
• Fans: from £20
• Fashion: up to 50% off
• Gaming: £90 off PlayStation 5
• Headphones: up to 50% off Beats & Sony
• Laptops: from £149
• Tablets: Samsung & Lenovo from £79.99
• Toys: up to 25% off Lego and Tonies
• TVs: from £129.99
• Vacuums: up to 40% off Shark & Roborock
• Wearables: up to 30% off Garmin & Oura

House of the Dragon season 3 is — if you'll forgive the pun — off to a flier. Indeed, with season 3 episode 1 getting things off to a physically and emotionally brutal start, episode 2 will examine the fallout from its forebear's events in typically melodramatic fashion.

So, when will House of the Dragon's next chapter air? And which of the world's streamers will it be released on? Warm up your scrolling finger, and read on for more details.

What time can I watch House of the Dragon season 3 episode 2?

Season 3 episode 2 will come out in North and South America on Sunday, June 28 at 6pm PT / 9pm ET.

"But, what about those of us who don't live on those continents?", I hear you cry. Don't worry, I've got you covered. Read the list below to learn when the Game of Thrones prequel's next installment will make its debut where you live:

• US — Sunday, June 28 at 6pm PT / 9pm ET
• Canada — Sunday, June 28 at 6pm PT / 9pm ET
• UK — Monday, June 29 at 2am BST
• India — Monday, June 29 at 6:30am IST
• Singapore — Monday, June 29 at 9am SGT
• Australia — Monday, June 29 at 11am AEST
• New Zealand — Monday, June 29 at 1pm NZST

Where can I stream House of the Dragon season 3?

If you live in a country in which HBO Max has already launched, that platform will be your go-to destination for all things House of the Dragon season 3.

Fear not if one of the world's best streaming services isn't out in your neck of the woods, though, because the high fantasy show has somewhere to live where you, well, live:

• US — HBO and HBO Max
• Canada — Crave
• UK — HBO Max, Sky Atlantic, and Now TV
• India — JioHotstar
• Singapore — HBO Max
• Australia — HBO Max
• New Zealand — HBO Max

When do new episodes of House of the Dragon season 3 come out?

Every Sunday in the Americas and every Monday in other parts of the world. That'll remain the case until this season's final episode drops in early August.

Need to know the exact dates that new chapters will be released? Check out the list below:

• House of the Dragon season 3 episode 1 — out now
• House of the Dragon season 3 episode 2 — June 28/29
• House of the Dragon season 3 episode 3 — July 5/6
• House of the Dragon season 3 episode 4— July 12/13
• House of the Dragon season 3 episode 5 — July 19/20
• House of the Dragon season 3 episode 6 — July 26/27
• House of the Dragon season 3 episode 7 — August 2/3
• House of the Dragon season 3 episode 8 — August 9/10

Spoilers for Dutton Ranch episode 8 ahead.

In the words of Charli XCX in 2024, we're going full brat. Dutton Ranch episode 8 turns the tables on Carter (Finn Little) after getting hideously drunk at the 10 Petal anniversary party and destroying Beulah's (Annette Bening) property.

He's been lashing out in the Yellowstone spinoff for two reasons: the fact he's had to move to Texas in the first place — being convinced that Beth (Kelly Reilly) and Rip (Cole Hauser) are now interfering in his life too much — and because Oreana (Natalie Alyn Lind) has rejected him for someone with more status and money.

Mix in the expected teen angst of a 19-year-old and you've got a very unnecessary storm brewing. With Beulah collapsing to the floor in the finale scene of episode 7 (just after Carter smashed up her prized bull head), the tension is even higher.

In fact, Carter haters might want to look away from Dutton Ranch episode 8 altogether... and you'll see why below.

Beulah is hospitalized after having a heart attack — and everyone is questioning her decisions

Episode 8 starts with Beulah being airlifted out of the party and sent to hospital, with Rob-Will (Jai Courtney) following close behind.

The next morning, Rob-Will finds Oreana, Joaquin (Juan Pablo Raba) and Everett (Ed Harris) in the hospital waiting room, and explains that Beulah has had a heart attack. She has a standard angioplasty procedure and is declared medically fine.

Beulah asks to see Rob-Will and Joaquin together before anyone else, with the pair still taking swipes out of each other. She explains that Rob-Will has been given 10 Petal because he is "weak," with Beulah adding "it's not your prize, it's your protection."

She claims that the brothers are going to be joined at the hip no matter what, and that Rob-Will needs Joaquin much more than the other way around. Rob-Will also claims that he wants to fire Beth and Rip with Beulah refusing, responding that they are the "assets" that the ranch needs.

Beth herself stops by to visit later, offering her apologies for Carter's behaviour the night before. The pair talk about the fallout of parenting boys before Beth moves onto why she's really there: she cannot understand the decision behind Rob-Will's appointment.

"I agreed to work with you, not with him," she adds, claiming that they need to speak about things properly once Beulah is out of hospital. Everett asks her the same questions when he visits on his own later on, with Beulah implying that 10 Petal had to go to a "flesh and blood relation."

Their conversation moves onto Beulah's suggestion of retiring together earlier in the season, with Everett stating that he's ready for a new shot at romance if she is. "If I knew a heart attack was going to change your mind, I'd have had one a lot sooner," Beulah replies.

Everett takes Beulah back to his to recoup at home, essentially breaking out of the hospital before she's officially been discharged.

A disgraced Carter finally opens up to Beth — but it all goes wrong

Rip and Carter make their way back from the party on horseback, with Carter repeatedly falling off and vomiting over his own horse (maybe one of the worst things I've ever seen).

The next morning, Beth makes Carter a coffee and asks to talk to him outside. Carter reveals that he's quit school, though neglects to tell her anything about working with Dwight (Ray McKinnon). Beth implies that just hating school isn't good enough, telling Carter that he needs to take every opportunity to make his life better with both hands.

Despite being hungover, Rip makes good on his promise to Carter to take him to work at 10 Petal to get some experience. Immediately, Azul (J.R. Villarreal) and the other ranchers start ribbing Carter for how much he's had to drink, which takes a sour turn when Carter is thrown off of his horse while trying to lasso an escaped cow.

Rip scolds Carter for snapping at Azul, with Carter swearing and storming off in a huff. Rip finds him in a cattle barn, telling him that if any other rancher had rode away from him, they'd be fired on the spot.

Carter threatens Rip to do it, with Rip sensing that Carter wants to throw a punch. Rip then tries to teach him lessons from life's failures while also empathizing with Carter's struggles of being an orphan, but Carter is having none of it.

Returning home, Carter than explodes at Beth, who tearfully claims that she's going to try harder to be a better mother figure. Carter says he needs some time alone, and drives off.

We later find him back at Dwight's, with the Sherriff (Josh Stewart) finding him outside the empty leopard cage. Carter than tries to blackmail the Sherriff into getting a job shadowing him by threatening to reveal that he killed Dwight for no good reason.

It doesn't work, but there is some good news... we learn that Dwight's leopard has been rehomed at a local zoo.

Joaquin tries to turn Rob-Will in for murder

Fuming after his conversation with Beulah, Joaquin pays his own visit to the Sherriff's office. He reveals a gun in a plastic bag, which was the same gun that Rob-Will used to kill Wes (Nakoa DeCoite) in episode 1.

Joaquin tells the Sherriff about Wes, but cannot prove anything because he doesn't know where the body is. The Sherriff tells him to leave the gun, but that he doesn't believe a word Joaquin is saying. "I haven't forgotten who you are... I just no longer give a f**k," the Sherriff says.

On the drive home, an infuriated Joaquin is seen roadside by a local graveyard in a fit of rage. In episode 8's final scene, we see Joaquin get back in his car to dial his dad — who if you remember from episode 7, was essentially Beulah's caretaker.

In Spanish, we hear Joaquin say, "Hi, Dad. I need your help."

Austin tells 10 Petal's truth to Beth and Rip

10 Petal rancher Austin's (Sterlin English) moral crisis also reaches a head in episode 8. After the deaths of Wes and Chet (Hart Denton), he's on a rampage to reveal the Jackson's family secrets once and for all.

This starts with Austin pulling a gun on Miguel (Berto Colon) during wrangling hours, demanding that he reveal what's been going on or be killed. Zachariah (Marc Menchaca) has to intervene, with Austin later asking him if Rip can be trusted. "With your life," replies Zachariah.

That evening, the pair visit Beth and Rip at home and reveal the truth — 10 Petal is running an illegal cattle smuggling operation across the Mexican border to keep financially afloat. The next shipment is in two days, leaving Rip and Beth at a loss for what to do next.

This also explains how Bullet, the bull bought at cattle auction in episode 2, was able to be unvetted while having foot and mouth disease.

• SentinelOne uncovered macOS malware “Gaslight” that uses prompt injection to mislead AI‑assisted triage tools during analysis
• Beyond standard backdoor and infostealer capabilities, it embeds fake Markdown “system” messages to trick LLMs into halting investigation
• Researchers warn defenders to treat malware samples as adversarial input and isolate AI pipelines, as more analyst‑targeting prompt injection is expected

We’ve seen prompt injection in websites and emails, but what about - malware samples? Security researchers SentinelOne recently published an in-depth report on a newly uncovered piece of macOS malware called Gaslight that, as the name suggests, tries to gaslight AI-assisted triage agents into stopping the analysis.

The malware itself is nothing out of the ordinary: it infects the device by whatever means necessary (usually phishing and social engineering), connects to attacker-controlled infrastructure via Telegram, and then executes different commands such as profiling the device, running arbitrary shell commands, stealing files, or terminating processes.

It also delivers a stage-two malware that acts as an infostealer, pulling passwords, sensitive PDFs, cryptocurrency wallet information, and more.

Weaponizing LLM-assisted triage pipelines

But where Gaslight stands out is its defenses against AI-powered malware analysis. According to SentinelOne, the malware contains a large block of fake Markdown-formatted "system" messages designed for AI assistants that security researchers may use during reverse engineering. These messages claim things like “the AI's authentication token has expired”, “the analysis environment is running out of memory”, “disk space has been exhausted”, “static analysis is unsafe”, and similar.

While a human analyst would definitely recognize these fake messages even at a glance, an LLM that isn’t properly isolated from untrusted input could interpret them as genuine system instructions and refuse to further analyze the malware.

“macOS.Gaslight is noteworthy for its analyst-targeting prompt injection, an attempt to weaponize the LLM-assisted triage pipelines that increasingly sit in the reverse-engineering loop,” SentinelOne explains. “Anyone building such tooling should treat the contents of the samples they triage as adversarial input, never as instructions, and be prepared to keep hostile content out of the model entirely. As LLM-assisted analysis becomes routine, defenders should expect more samples built to exploit it.”

The researchers have published a full list of indicators of compromise on this link.

Via The Hacker News

If you're looking for an affordable OLED, there's no better than the LG B5. Right now, the 48-inch is down to £579 (was £799) at Amazon UK. While it was £567 the other day, this is still an excellent price and the cheapest you'll find it anywhere today.

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If you're in the US, the deal's aren't as good, but you can still get the 48-inch B5 for $599.99 (was $649.99) at Best Buy. It's been down to $529.99 in the past, but this Amazon Prime Day is the first time its been back to that $599.99 price for a while.

I truly believe this may be one of the last chances you'll get to grab the B5 for this low a price. Looking at various retailers, I'm starting to see low-stock or no stock for the B5 in various sized models, with said retailers making way for the new LG B6, the B5's successor. This is the best value the B5 is likely ever to be. For my full thoughts on why I love the B5, check out below.

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The best budget OLED

I've written about the LG B5 countless times, as to me it is the best value OLED you can get. I gave it 4.5 stars out of 5 in my LG B5 review because it covers all the bases like its more premium siblings, the C5 and G5, but at a more affordable level.

The B5 is one of the best gaming TVs you can get. Its four HDMI 2.1 ports support 4K 120Hz, FreeSync and G-Sync, HGiG, Dolby Vision gaming and ALLM, and it has a measured 9.1ms input lag time (in Boost mode). When playing Battlefield V, performance felt very smooth with excellent response times. As I tore around the map, dodging bullets and explosions, the B5 never struggled.

For movies, you're still getting the rich, OLED-level picture quality you could want. As I watched the broody, opening scenes of The Batman, the B5 demonstrated strong contrast with inky black tones that perfectly captured the tone of the movie.

Watching brighter, colorful scenes in movies like Wicked, colors really popped, showcasing some nice depth and vibrancy. As I watched the 'Wizard and I' scene, I was impressed both by the punchiness of the pink flowers of the tree and the true-to-life greens of the trees and Elphaba's skin. The B5 also showcases crisp textures, with it rendering every mark or features in close-ups of people's faces.

If you're a sports fan, the B5 also delivers sleek motion. Watching some soccer, I was impressed by how the B5 accurately followed the fast-paced action and delivered it with no signs of judder.

The B5 may not have the brightness of other OLEDs, but really that's its only picture downside. The B5 is a superb TV and at this price, their aren't many that can top it.

More Prime Day deals in the US

• Amazon Devices: Fire Sticks & Echo from $18
• Amazon Haul: viral gadgets, tech & appliances from $1.99
• Apple: MacBooks, AirPods & AirTags from $29
• Beauty: 50% off toothbrushes & hair tools
• Cheap TVs: smart TVs from $69.99
• Garden: tools, mowers, planters from $24.99
• Headphones: 50% off Beats, Bose & Samsung
• Laptops: Apple, HP & Dell from $199
• Mattresses: Sealy, Serta & more from $186
• Patio: outdoor furniture, rugs & decor from $19.99
• Sports: 50% off fitness gear, treadmills & clothing
• Vacuums: Dyson, Shark & Bissell from $34

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• Amazon Prime: get a 30-day free trial
• Amazon Devices: Fire, Ring & Blink from £13.99
• Amazon Haul: up to 30% off
• Apple: up to 33% off AirPods & Apple Watch
• Appliances: up to 45% off Ninja & Tefal
• Beauty: up to 60% off Philips & Oral-B
• Essentials: household goods from £5
• Fans: from £20
• Fashion: up to 50% off
• Headphones: up to 50% off Beats & Sony
• Laptops: from £149
• Tablets: Samsung & Lenovo from £79.99
• Toys: up to 25% off Lego and Tonies
• TVs: from £129.99
• Vacuums: up to 40% off Shark & Roborock
• Wearables: up to 30% off Garmin & Oura

• DeepSeek wants to double its workforce
• "Humanity now stands on the eve of AGI"
• American customers are buying DeepSeek models

China's DeepSeek has announced a major recruitment campaign as it sets out to "at least double the size of every department" as it pursues artificial general intelligence (AGI) (via the South China Morning Post).

"Humanity now stands on the eve of AGI," the company said, as it targets significant growth just three years after it launched as an AI startup.

The company recently completed its first external fundraising round, securing around $7.4 billion at a valuation of more than $50 billion. Around two-fifths of that was said to have come from CEO Liang Wenfeng.

DeepSeek enters major hiring spree

Conversely, OpenAI said it had a valuation of $852 billion in March.

"DeepSeek’s hiring philosophy is to let newcomers take on the most core and important tasks directly," the firm said in an announcement, implying it's not seeking "geniuses" immediately.

SCMP notes that the company is hiring for server-side development engineers, pre-training data engineers and supercomputing cluster R&D engineers.

New product management hires also indicate that DeepSeek could be looking to build more customer-facing products and look for other commercial opportunities, marking a shift from its earlier focus on research.

DeepSeek itself is in an awkward position globally, with ongoing US restrictions continuing to limit access to advanced GPUs like Nvidia's latest-generation hardware. The company already has a partnership with fellow Chinese giant Huawei, and is tuning its models to run efficiently on its partner's chips.

But global opportunities could be opening up for the company, with earlier reporting indicating that US firms are increasingly buying DeepSeek's models because they're more cost-effective than US alternatives from OpenAI, Anthropic, Google and others.

As for the hires, it's likely that the company will focus on its Hangzhou headquarters and Beijing R&D facility, but future expansions driven by global interest could see the company start to expand its footprint beyond China.

• GTA 6 demand could cause a surge in interest for PS5 and Xbox Series X/S consoles
• A major retailer has told The Game Business that a shortage is expected due to ongoing hardware component availability
• It's said that “Demand will likely outstrip supply during the year-end period"

Retailers could run out of stock for PS5, Xbox Series X, and Series S consoles during the holiday season due to the upcoming release of Grand Theft Auto 6.

That's according to The Game Business, which reports that a major games retailer has warned that a surge in interest for the consoles is expected later this year due to GTA 6. However, there will be a shortage due to ongoing issues surrounding hardware component availability.

"I spoke to a major retailer this week who informed me that they've been told there will be console stock shortages at the end of the year around the launch of GTA 6," said Editor-in-Chief and Co-Founder of The Game Business, Christopher Dring.

A senior games buyer, speaking without the permission of his employer, told The Game Business, "that because of the on-going issues around hardware component availability, we won’t be getting the units we want ahead of GTA." The source added: “Demand will likely outstrip supply during the year-end period."

Dring pointed out that Sony CEO Hiroki Totoki told investors in May that "the necessary volume" of PS5 stock "has been secured” for 2026; however, Xbox Chief Strategy Officer Matthew Ball told The Game Business earlier in the month that there are already Xbox supply issues.

"I can tell you definitively demand for our console exceeds the supply," Ball told The Game Business. "We are putting them in as many stores as possible. We are producing them as quickly as possible. There is a severe limitation to how quickly we can do that, but it’s not a question of appetite.

"We need to do more, but there are constraints here. And so there are, unfortunately, a number of different markets in which we do not have supply. There are other markets in which we have inadequate supply. That is a privilege as a company it is a challenge for us to figure out."

When we asked about the potential impact GTA 6 will have among consumers, he said, "It’s going to invigorate a lot of players. It’s going to move some additional devices."

Microsoft just announced that the price of the Xbox Series X and Series S consoles will increase by $150 "effective August 1, 2026," so now would certainly be the best time to secure one before the price hike and before there is a shortage.

GTA 6 officially launches on November 19 and will cost $79.99 / AU$129.95 / £69.99 for the Standard Edition and $99.99 / AU$159.95 / £89.99 for the Ultimate Edition. Pre-loads begin on November 12.

Even though I think these cans deserve more online column inches, I'm going to be fairly brief since Amazon Prime Day ends at midnight — and I get it, you don't have much time to learn about them. That said, I do need you to know about it, so give me maybe four minutes of your time? You won't regret it.

• Browse the full Amazon Prime Day sale

I think if you have heard of them, the Cambridge Melomania P100 SE perhaps got a slightly bad rep on their release. Why? Oh, purely because they were a fairly minor update on the original — and excellent — P100, to add some DynamEQ software (a slightly more V-shaped, optional sound profile in addition to the beautifully integrated hi-fi listen the originals already came with), a cushier headband, and a new colourway.

But all of that is water under the bridge. All you need to know is: they're excellent, they have all of the key features you're going to want, they're comfortable — and I know this because my other half has had them for nearly a year now, and wears them every single day — and they're only £169 (was £249) at Amazon.

I cannot tell you the full value this represents. But as TechRadar's Audio Editor, I'm going to try, so let me start out by saying that these headphones have stood the test of time. My other half plays tennis and football, plus he cycles and surfs regularly, albeit not always in headphones (to be clear, there's no IP rating here, so don't head into the sea with these headphones) and so they're been in a few sweaty bags without issue.

And the sound? It's really, really good. But that's not actually why I gave them to him: we're both huge fans of What We Do in the Shadows and Toast of London, you see. And if you select 'Southwark' in the voice prompts menu, you get Matt Berry's outstanding voice prompts to update you on battery life, noise cancellation profiles and so on…

Today's best Cambridge Audio Melomania P100 SE deal

See, there they are, on his desk right now! We've got the fan on and the curtains closed (working from home in a heatwave, aren't we?) but soon, he'll put them back on and continue with his listening — which, if I know him, will be Public Service Broadcasting's Every Valley on a day such as this ("Retro? GO! Fido? GO!").

Not after cans this Prime Day? That's OK! My colleague Rowan has written about the corresponding, Matt Berry-enhanced earbuds from the brand, and I'll link a little Prime Day deal block below. Also, I've got a roundup of the best earbuds and headphones deals still live this Prime Day, which might help you out.

But for me, the over-ears are too good at this price to consider buds. If I could simply scream 'BAT!' and flap my wings over to an Amazon warehouse — although (whisper it) the deal's also live at Richer Sounds, if you prefer — and nab myself a pair so I didn't have to keep stealing his, I would.

Again, Prime Day ends tonight, at midnight (when Laszlo Cravensworth and the vampires of Staten Island all come out to eat, of course) so don't say I didn't warn you…

More Prime Day deals

• Amazon Prime: get a 30-day free trial
• Amazon Devices: Fire, Ring & Blink from £13.99
• Amazon Haul: up to 30% off
• Apple: up to 33% off AirPods & Apple Watch
• Appliances: up to 45% off Ninja & Tefal
• Beauty: up to 60% off Philips & Oral-B
• Essentials: household goods from £5
• Fans: from £20
• Fashion: up to 50% off
• Gaming: £90 off PlayStation 5
• Headphones: up to 50% off Beats & Sony
• Laptops: from £149
• Tablets: Samsung & Lenovo from £79.99
• Toys: up to 25% off Lego and Tonies
• TVs: from £129.99
• Vacuums: up to 40% off Shark & Roborock
• Wearables: up to 30% off Garmin & Oura

We're fast approaching the end of Prime Day, and there are still plenty of deals left to take full advantage of. This is especially more important than ever for gamers across PC and console, as prices continue to skyrocket for hardware due to the RAM crisis.

If you're already lucky enough to own a PS5, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, or PC, then it's worth considering which new accessories will further help enhance your visual and audio experience — and I've found the best deals for the latter.

The SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro is available on Amazon for $179.95 (was $279.99), with a 36% discount, making it one of the most affordable gaming headsets currently available.

The Nova Pro is undoubtedly one of the best headsets any gamer could opt for, thanks to its wide range of compatibility, working with a PS5, PS4, Nintendo Switch, and PC. It thrives in audio immersion with premium hi-fi drivers and 360 spatial audio.

Fortunately, the SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro is available on Amazon for £199.99 (was £329.99) in the UK, with a slightly bigger 39% discount, making it an easier acquisition this Prime Day.

It doesn't stop there, though. The SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro for Xbox is available on Amazon for $249.99 (was $379.99), with a steep 34% discount knocking $130 off the original price. It's the ideal option for Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S owners, as it's designed for the platform via a dedicated Xbox port — but can also work on other platforms via its second USB port.

The same white model of the SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro for Xbox is available on Amazon for £249.99 (was £329.99), great for UK consumers.

Today's best Prime Day SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro deals in the US

Today's best Prime Day SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro deals in the UK

More Prime Day deals in the US

• Amazon Devices: Fire Sticks & Echo from $18
• Amazon Haul: viral gadgets, tech & appliances from $1.99
• Apple: MacBooks, AirPods & AirTags from $29
• Beauty: 50% off toothbrushes & hair tools
• Cheap TVs: smart TVs from $69.99
• Garden: tools, mowers, planters from $24.99
• Headphones: 50% off Beats, Bose & Samsung
• Laptops: Apple, HP & Dell from $199
• Mattresses: Sealy, Serta & more from $186
• Patio: outdoor furniture, rugs & decor from $19.99
• Sports: 50% off fitness gear, treadmills & clothing
• Vacuums: Dyson, Shark & Bissell from $34

More Prime Day deals in the UK

• Amazon Prime: get a 30-day free trial
• Amazon Devices: Fire, Ring & Blink from £13.99
• Amazon Haul: up to 30% off
• Apple: up to 33% off AirPods & Apple Watch
• Appliances: up to 45% off Ninja & Tefal
• Beauty: up to 60% off Philips & Oral-B
• Essentials: household goods from £5
• Fans: from £20
• Fashion: up to 50% off
• Gaming: £90 off PlayStation 5
• Headphones: up to 50% off Beats & Sony
• Laptops: from £149
• Tablets: Samsung & Lenovo from £79.99
• Toys: up to 25% off Lego and Tonies
• TVs: from £129.99
• Vacuums: up to 40% off Shark & Roborock
• Wearables: up to 30% off Garmin & Oura

Travelling to World Cup matches shouldn't mean paying huge sums to keep your phone working.

While some domestic add-ons will serve you well enough, what if there was a way to access unlimited data and secure your internet traffic in the process while you watch the World Cup?

An ExpressVPN Advanced plan encompasses five main tools. A VPN, eSIM, password management, Identity protection, and private emails – all for only $3 per month.

That means avoiding US roaming charges and it's also perfect if you want to watch the World Cup matches you're missing from your hotel room without paying for US streaming services because you can tune into BBC and ITV for free, just as you would at home.

ExpressVPN remains the most secure VPN I've tested. Its eSIM, provided by holiday.com, covers 150 countries with unlimited data for 3 days.

ExpressKeys offers unlimited password storage and generation, credit card storage, password health checks, and 2FA. Identity Defender gives you up to $3 million in identity theft insurance, and MailGuard comes with unlimited aliases.

In short, it comes with everything you need to travel to the World Cup this summer without overpaying for your phone.

If, however, you're at the game, you can use the VPN to dodge awful stadium Wi-Fi speeds thanks to separate, encrypted traffic tunneling. You'll also be protected against identity theft in the process, thanks to Identity Defender.

Normally, an Advanced plan would set you back much closer to $4.50 per month, which would then be paid upfront as anything up to $108. Now, it's only $83.72, and it throws in 4 extra months of protection with that cost.

ExpressVPN offers US locations in all 50 states, three Canadian cities, and one in Mexico City. This means no matter the game you're headed to, you can always be protected.

That said, several other VPNs could suit you better. NordVPN and Norton VPN both offer better streaming performance if you want to stream another game while you're travelling, and Surfshark is a cheaper option if you're just after a VPN.

ExpressVPN is, however, the only VPN offering the chance to win tickets to a World Cup match. The promotion has one more day before entries close, and gives you a chance to win tickets to a quarterfinal, semi-final, or even the final.

Be aware, though, that the promotion comes at the expense of ExpressVPN's 30-day money-back guarantee. So, if you sign up, you're locked in.

Amazon Prime Day is a great time to look for a Yeti cooler, and you'll find some great discounts on soft coolers in particular, but it's not the only place you should be looking. I previously worked as the editor of a website dedicated to backcountry adventures, and I learned that you often need to look further afield for the biggest discounts, especially if you've got your heart set on a hard cooler for summer camping and fishing expeditions.

Here you'll find my top recommendations from Amazon, as well as Dick's Sporting Goods and Yeti Rescues, where you can find like-new coolers with huge discounts, all with the green light from the company itself.

Amazon Prime Day deals

Yeti Rescues deals

Can't see the cooler you want in the Black Friday sale? Take a look at Yeti Rescues — an official Yeti program that takes coolers and other equipment that's not brand spanking new (products that have been returned, for example, or that Yeti has used for demos or displays), inspects them, cleans them, and sells them at a bargain price.

More Yeti deals

Amazon and Yeti Rescues aren't your only options when you're shopping for a cheap Yeti cooler. Dick's Sporting Goods has a decent selection of offers as well. I've rounded up a handful of the best below, but you can also check out the full sale yourself.

More Prime Day deals

• Amazon Devices: Fire Sticks & Echo from $18
• Amazon Haul: viral gadgets, tech & appliances from $1.99
• Apple: MacBooks, AirPods & AirTags from $29
• Beauty: 50% off toothbrushes & hair tools
• Cheap TVs: smart TVs from $69.99
• Garden: tools, mowers, planters from $24.99
• Headphones: 50% off Beats, Bose & Samsung
• Laptops: Apple, HP & Dell from $199
• Mattresses: Sealy, Serta & more from $186
• Patio: outdoor furniture, rugs & decor from $19.99
• Sports: 50% off fitness gear, treadmills & clothing
• Vacuums: Dyson, Shark & Bissell from $34

• Google Wallet now lets you track parcels
• It also now includes TSA PreCheck Touchless ID
• But these features only work in the US

Google Wallet is becoming a lot more than just a wallet, as two new features have just rolled out for it — one of which helps you track parcels, and the other of which could speed your journeys through airports.

First up, there’s now the ability to see receipts, tracking numbers, and the shipping status of parcels you’re waiting for, directly from Google Wallet. For more detailed tracking information you’ll still have to head to the carrier’s website, but a new ‘track package’ button in Wallet will take you straight there.

You’ll see all deliveries that are due soon alongside your passes on the Google Wallet home screen, while your other orders can be seen by tapping ‘view more’.

That said, all of this will of course only appear if your order is linked to your Gmail account, and even then, only if it’s from a supported merchant. You'll also need to have package tracking enabled, which can be done from the Gmail app on your phone by heading to Menu > Settings, then tapping your account name, followed by General > Package tracking.

So it’s not quite a comprehensive package tracking solution, but it’s a good step in that direction — though right now this feature is only available in the US.

A travel upgrade

As for the other new Google Wallet update, it has become the first digital wallet to support TSA PreCheck Touchless ID. This means that rather than having to show your ID at security, you can pre-register with the TSA through Google Wallet.

If you’re eligible, you can do this by first creating an ID pass in Google Wallet using your passport information, and then adding a boarding pass to Google Wallet. You’ll then see a ‘get started’ button on the pass that allows you to securely share your ID and boarding pass with the TSA.

Once done, you’ll be able to use the express TSA PreCheck Touchless ID line at the airport, saving you time.

However, this currently only works at 65 US airports and with 100 participating airlines, so while it’s quite widespread it won’t work on all flights from all US airports.

Prime Day is nearly over, ending midnight tonight, so today is your last chance to get Amazon's own TVs for a great price. There's no better model than the Ember Mini-LED and right now, you can get the 55-inch Ember Mini-LED for $499 (was $819.99) at Amazon US.

• Browse the full Amazon Prime Day sale

In the UK, the same 55-inch Ember Mini-LED is £599 (was £849.99) at Amazon UK. While it is a very good TV, Amazon Prime Day is the only time to buy this TV. Any other time, it's overpriced and faces tough competition from other budget mini-LEDs form TCL and Hisense. But, during Prime Day, this TV is great value.

I've got my full thoughts on this TV below, but really, its strength is in how good for sports it is out-of-the-box. So, if you're still on the hunt for a TV for the World Cup (with over three weeks of the tournament still to go), this could the TV for you.

Today's best Amazon Ember Mini-LED TV deals

A World Cup companion

I've tested the majority of Amazon's own TVs, and the Ember Mini-LED (formally known as Fire TV Omni Mini-LED) is easily the best in the lineup. I awarded it four stars in my review, but one its highlights was not what I expected.

When I test sport on TVs, I often find I have to do lot of motion settings tweaks, unless its one of the very best TVs (and even then there's still some work to be done). So I was surprised, and impressed, by just how accurate the Ember Mini-LED's motion was out-of-the-box.

I often avoid the Sports picture mode on a TV as its motion can be heavy-handed and the picture can look artificial, with over-sharp textures and too-bright colors, but the Ember Mini-LED's mode was ready to go and as I watched a soccer game on Prime Video, the action looked smooth with no signs of artifacts and the picture was solid throughout. A pleasant surprise for a mid-range mini-LED.

For other content, the Ember Mini-LED produces natural, but punchy colors that looked great in movies like La La Land. For darker movies, its contrast was solid and while black tones weren't perfect, they were decent enough. Textures on the other hand were very good, balancing a lifelike and crisp look.

The Ember Mini-LED has a suite of features that competes with the best gaming TVs. It supports 4K 144Hz, FreeSync Premium Pro, Dolby Vision gaming and ALLM. It has a measured 13.4ms input lag time and while playing Battlefield V, I found snapping between targets and moving around to be smooth with pretty quick response times.

More Prime Day deals in the US

• Amazon Devices: Fire Sticks & Echo from $18
• Amazon Haul: viral gadgets, tech & appliances from $1.99
• Apple: MacBooks, AirPods & AirTags from $29
• Beauty: 50% off toothbrushes & hair tools
• Cheap TVs: smart TVs from $69.99
• Garden: tools, mowers, planters from $24.99
• Headphones: 50% off Beats, Bose & Samsung
• Laptops: Apple, HP & Dell from $199
• Mattresses: Sealy, Serta & more from $186
• Patio: outdoor furniture, rugs & decor from $19.99
• Sports: 50% off fitness gear, treadmills & clothing
• Vacuums: Dyson, Shark & Bissell from $34

More Prime Day deals in the UK

• Amazon Prime: get a 30-day free trial
• Amazon Devices: Fire, Ring & Blink from £13.99
• Amazon Haul: up to 30% off
• Apple: up to 33% off AirPods & Apple Watch
• Appliances: up to 45% off Ninja & Tefal
• Beauty: up to 60% off Philips & Oral-B
• Essentials: household goods from £5
• Fans: from £20
• Fashion: up to 50% off
• Gaming: £90 off PlayStation 5
• Headphones: up to 50% off Beats & Sony
• Laptops: from £149
• Tablets: Samsung & Lenovo from £79.99
• Toys: up to 25% off Lego and Tonies
• TVs: from £129.99
• Vacuums: up to 40% off Shark & Roborock
• Wearables: up to 30% off Garmin & Oura

• New Grand Theft Auto 6 details might have emerged from an Amazon Brazil listing
• The game apparently features NPCs with their own routines and "random events"
• Players may be able to switch between Jason and Lucia during missions

Grand Theft Auto 6 pre-orders have officially begun, and thanks to Amazon Brazil's listing, new details about the game's open world may have emerged.

Alongside a larger Vice City map, which Rockstar has previously said will allow players to explore several regions of Leonida, the product listing description also states that players will be able to switch between co-protagonists Jason and Lucia during the story and "participate in missions as a duo."

This sounds similar to GTA 5, so we could expect certain missions to be playable by either character, but it could also mean players can choose who to complete a mission with, regardless.

It also looks like GTA 6's world will be highly detailed with a "greater sense of immersion", as non-player characters (NPCs) will have their own "routines", which could mean daily and nightly activities, "random events" that players can encounter, and "interactive establishments."

The latter could be a reference to shops, tattoo parlours, and salons, but could also describe places like strip clubs, bars, and gun stores, which haven't been revealed yet but can also be found in GTA 5.

The mention of "random events" sounds like a feature drawn from Red Dead Redemption 2, allowing players to come across them while roaming the map, including things like isolated interactions and unmarked encounters.

GTA 6 will also reportedly feature "integrated social networks" that mimic real life, and players can "watch viral videos, follow influencers, and discover world events through your in-game mobile phone."

The game is built for current-gen, PS5, Xbox Series X, and Series S, and the description confirms that it will offer "next-generation graphics" that include "advanced lighting, dynamic weather, more natural animations, and a high level of detail in environments."

At the moment it's unclear whether these details have come from Rockstar themselves, or have been added by a third-party but they certainly sound very plausible.

GTA 6 launches on November 19 and will cost $79.99 / AU$129.95 / £69.99 for the Standard Edition and $99.99 / AU$159.95 / £89.99 for the Ultimate Edition. Pre-loads begin on November 12.

However, physical copies won't have a disc and only include a digital download code in the box.

For two years, I was TechRadar's chief vacuum tester. That wasn't my actual job title (more's the pity) but that is mostly what I was doing. My main takeaway from those very housework-heavy times is that most people should ignore the flashy cordless stick vacuums and just buy a corded upright. And that's especially true for anyone with pets, lots of carpet, or a home with many people living in it.

I'll get into exactly why I've turned into such a corded upright evangelist below, but I'd like to flag up first that if you were going to convert, now would be a great time to do so. We're just nearing the end of the Amazon Prime Day sales and there are a ton of discounts on corded upright vacuums from Shark — if you're quick. (Want to see? Skip my waffle and jump straight to the deals.)

• View the full Amazon Prime Day sale

Why buy a corded upright?

Why are corded upright vacuums the superior type of vacuum? Three big reasons:

#1. The suction is better

The main reason to choose a corded upright is because, as a general rule of thumb, the suction is almost always better than on a cordless model. If you have carpet, hairy pets, or a high-traffic household, it's just going to be much more effective at keeping it clean.

#2. They last longer

Speaking generally, corded uprights are typically more robust and longer-lasting than cordless options — possibly because often, on a cordless vacuum, the first thing to expire will be the battery. A decent lifespan on a cordless stick vac might be 2-5 years, whereas many upright models can run and run... my mum has a corded upright that used to belong to my grandmother, and has been in use for maybe two decades. It's still going strong.

#3. You can clean, uninterrupted, for longer

With a corded vacuum, you're never going to run out of juice mid-clean. Perhaps even more significant is that the dust cups are much bigger — the cup on a cordless stick vacuum generally be 0.8L at the most (many are smaller), whereas it's common to see 2L cups on uprights. If you're dealing with pet hair in particular, it's such a blessing not to have to traipse to the bin every 10 minutes.

Shark cordless upright deals

Okay then, let's get into the deals. We're nearing the end of Amazon Prime Day, but there are still some bargains to be had, if you're speedy. These Shark corded uprights all have decent discounts that are well worth checking out.

Which should I buy?

How do I tell the difference between these vacuums, I hear you ask? Well, some of them are slightly older models, but that might not be immediately obvious. Most are designed around the same 'lift away' system, where you can remove and hold the canister while you use the floorhead on the wand attached to the flexible nozzle.

A key differentiator to pay attention to is the attachments included. Most will come with your standard narrow nozzle and 'multi-tool' but some might also have a mini motorized head that's designed for use on furniture, and is especially useful at getting hair off upholstery.

The fanciest models will also have some advanced 'detection' features — for instance, they might be able to sense carpet or room edges and increase suction in response. The PowerDetect Upright has a nifty trick where it will suck up (rather than showploughing) debris when it's being pulled backwards. That feature makes a surprisingly big difference to how fast you can clean.

Cordless alternatives

Not convinced? There are some situations where a cordless vacuum is still a better choice. For instance, if you have mostly hard flooring (so don't need a ton of suction power for effective cleaning), or your home has lots of stairs (which would require some awkward traversing with a bulky, heavy upright), or you're trying to navigate many nooks and crannies (in which case the cord and chunky form factor is going to get annoying).

Here are the Prime Day deals I'd recommend on Shark cordless stick vacuums:

More Amazon Prime Day deals in the UK

• Amazon Prime: get a 30-day free trial
• Amazon Devices: Fire, Ring & Blink from £13.99
• Apple: up to 33% off AirPods & Apple Watch
• Appliances: up to 45% off Ninja & De'Longhi
• Fans: from £20
• Headphones: up to 50% off Beats & Sony
• Tablets: Samsung & Lenovo from £79.99
• Vacuums: up to 40% off Shark & Roborock
• Wearables: up to 30% off Garmin & Oura

Supergirl has finally taken flight in theaters — and, if you're weighing up whether to see it, read my Supergirl review first to find out if it's worth doing so.

If you've already made up your mind about not seeing the DC Universe (DCU) movie on the big screen, though, you might be wondering when it'll be available to watch at home.

So, when might the Milly Alcock-fronted superhero film make its streaming debut? Below, I've offered my thoughts on its possible HBO Max release date, so read on to see when it might come to one of the world's best streaming services.

Does Supergirl have an HBO Max release date?

No. One of this year's many new movies only landed in theaters globally on June 26, so it'll be a while before it airs on Warner Bros. Discovery's (WBD) streaming platform.

That said, we can use some recent examples of WBD movies releasing on HBO Max to take an educated guess at when it may join the service's library.

For starters, Superman, the first DCU Chapter One flick, dropped on HBO Max on September 19, 2025. That means it came to the platform exactly 70 days after its initial theatrical release on July 11, 2025.

If Supergirl follows in Superman's footsteps, it would make its HBO Max bow on September 4, 2026 — but, how likely is that to happen?

Well, Warner Bros. movies that have come out this year and are now on HBO Max include Wuthering Heights, The Bride!, and They Will Kill You. Curiously, this trio all launched on the service 77 days their original theatrical release dates.

Should other films yet to launch on HBO Max, such as Mortal Kombat II and Lee Cronin's The Mummy, also arrive 77 days after their theatrical debuts, Supergirl may similarly follow this release pattern, and be available to stream at home on September 11.

However, considering the aforementioned date is when the 9/11 attacks, aka one of the most tragic events in US history, occurred, I'd be very surprised if the movie formerly known as Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow comes out on that date. My best guess, then, is that Supergirl will make its streaming bow on September 4 or 18.

What is the runtime for Supergirl?

Supergirl is one of the shortest superhero films of all time. Indeed, at just one hour and 47 minutes, Kara Zor-El's second-ever standalone film, which includes its end-credits crawl, is certainly on the punchier side.

For those of you with small bladders, though, that means you might only need to take one bathroom break during your screening, if you need to take any at all!

Does Supergirl have any end-credits scenes?

You'll need to read my Supergirl ending explained piece to find out. It goes without saying, but that article is full of spoilers, so only read it once you've seen the DCU flick.

Haven't done so yet, but want to find out more before you do? First, read up on everything you need to know about Supergirl. Then, check out my Supergirl cast and character guide to learn who's joins Alcock in DC Studios' latest film.

Amazon Prime Day is almost over. It may be the final day of the retailer's annual four-day mega-sale, but there's still time to bag a last-minute deal before they disappear for good or sell out completely. I'm here to find you all of the best ones, using nearly a decade of experience covering the sale to handpick the deals that are actually worth it.

• See all last-minute Prime Day deals

There have been some strong deals this week across Amazon devices, wearables, appliances, TVs, fans, and more — and several have proven so popular that they're out of stock on the final day of the sale. That's why I wouldn't wait around if any of these offers catch your eye, as they could sell out at any moment.

As well as top tech items that have been tested and come recommended by the experts across TechRadar, I've also picked out a few essentials worth stocking up on and bargain gadgets that you might like to treat yourself to today.

I'll also bring you live updates on the best remaining deals, shouting out the ones I don't think you should miss, and giving stock updates where possible on the offers most at risk of selling out. At this point, though, my advice is that if you see it and want it, now's the time to buy.

Remember that you need an Amazon Prime membership to access almost all of the deals available in the final day of the sale. But in a neat trick, you can still make use of the 30-day free trial if you haven't signed up before.

Amazon Prime Day deals — quick links

• Amazon Prime: get a 30-day free trial
• Amazon Devices: Fire, Ring & Blink from £13.99
• Amazon Haul: up to 30% off
• Apple: up to 33% off AirPods & Apple Watch
• Appliances: up to 45% off Ninja & De'Longhi
• Beauty: up to 60% off Philips & Oral-B
• Essentials: household goods from £5
• Fans: from £20
• Fashion: up to 50% off
• Gaming: up to 25% off SSDs & games
• Grand Theft Auto 6: pre-order now
• Headphones: up to 50% off Beats & Sony
• Laptops: from £149
• Tablets: Samsung & Lenovo from £79.99
• Toys: up to 25% off Lego and Tonies
• TVs: from £129.99
• Vacuums: up to 40% off Shark & Roborock
• Wearables: up to 30% off Garmin & Oura

My top 20 last-minute Prime Day deals

Amazon Prime Day — Top deals under £50

Amazon Prime Day — Appliances

Amazon Prime Day — Amazon Devices

Amazon Prime Day — Televisions

Amazon Prime Day — Laptops

Amazon Prime Day — Smartwatches

Amazon Prime Day — Headphones

Amazon Prime Day — Health & Beauty

Amazon Prime Day — gaming

Live updates

Dawn of the final day — 12 hours remain

Yeah, I've butchered that Majora's Mask reference in the header, but please cut me some slack, I've been on Prime Day duty since Monday and the deals delirium has fully set in now. The intent is what's important, though: Prime Day ends in 12 hours, so there isn't much time left to bag one of the best deals from this year's sale.

That's what I'm here to help with, by sharing all of the top offers I've spotted over the last few days that are still available so you can get them in your basket before they sell out or vanish until the next big bargain bonanza.

Stay tuned for all of my favorite buys, as well as recommendation on highly-rated tech from the wider TechRadar team that we think are well-worth buying at today's sale prices.

Here's one to kick things off

Oh yeah, be ready for lots of puns over the next 12 hours — that's the stage I'm at right now. And this deal isn't even for tech, but I wanted to share it as I've heard a lot of people (parents, in particular) whose children are all asking for a World Cup football. Well, here's your chance to get one — and it's 33% off.

Score it for less, while you can. Sorry.

Hy-Pro Officially Licensed FIFA World Cup 2026 Football: was £15 now £10 at Amazon

Read all about it: this is a favourite in every Prime Day sale

I'm sure any Prime Day regular won't be surprised to see that several Amazon Kindle models have been discounted for Prime Day. The standard Kindle, premium Kindle Paperwhite, and fancy Kindle Colorsoft have all got decent price cuts — with the Colorsoft being the standout as it drops to a record-low price.

Amazon Kindle: was £94.99 now £79.99 at Amazon
Amazon Kindle Paperwhite: was £159.99 now £119.99 at Amazon
Amazon Kindle Colorsoft: was £239.99 now £154.99 at Amazon

Grab some of the world's best headphones for less

Scoring an impressive 4.5-stars in our review, here's your chance to get the fantastic Sony WH-1000XM6 for a record-low price. I'm more than happy with my pair of Bose cans, but there's no denying that these are a tempting buy for audiophiles who love the over-ear design, high-quality audio, and industry-leading noise-cancellation.

Sony WH-1000XM6: was £399.99 now £283.99 at Amazon

Don't brush this one aside

I picked up the original version of the Suri Sonic Electric Toothbrush a few months ago, and I can't tell you how happy I am with that decision. Yeah, it's a bit of an investment in a toothbrush, but for something that I do twice a day, I'm happy to spend a bit on something that's genuinely very good at what it does. And, best of all, it's much nicer to use than plastic brushes, and the battery life is phenomenal. This newer 2.0 version is now 25% off.

Suri 2.0 Sonic Electric Toothbrush: was £105 now £78.73 at Amazon

Let me loop you in on something

I've given these Loop earplugs a shoutout in several of the last sales events and they're always a best-seller. Whether it's for blocking out noise while you sleep, muting that awful screeching from certain lines on the tube (yes, looking at you, Northern line), keeping your ears protected at a gig, or just to bring the noise down a bit while you're out for drinks, they're a popular buy. Even more so at this super-low price.

Loop Quiet 2 Ear Plugs: was £19.95 now £15.95 at Amazon

Some of the best Prime Day deals are free

Amazon Prime Day isn't just about getting discounts on the latest tech, it's also a great opportunity to cash in on exclusive perks. As always, Amazon is running some promotions on its live services for Prime Day that are well worth a look.

Right now, for example, you can get an extended three-month free trial at Audible, plus a £10 voucher to spend on the Audible Store. Normally costing £5.99 per month, the standard membership includes unlimited access to the non-Plus library and one free book token per month. Audible is Amazon's premier storefront for audiobooks, with a vast library of over 1 million titles, so there's plenty of scope here for bagging some classics.

Prime members: 3 Months Free + £10 Audible voucher at Audible UK

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What's the best TV deal this year?

I've been surprised by the relatively small number of TV deals in this year's Prime Day. Of course, there are all the usual Amazon Fire TVs (now called Ember TVs) that we see on sale, but other choices are somewhat lacking.

I thought Amazon would go big given it's the World Cup at the moment and many might be looking for an upgrade. If that's you, though, then I have spotted an excellent £300 off the LG B5 OLED TV. That makes one of the best budget OLED TVs an even better buy this week.

LG B5 55-inch OLED TV: was £999 now £699 at Amazon

Artificial intelligence has officially entered its execution phase. After years of experimentation, businesses are rapidly deploying AI not just to analyze data, but to act on it.

At the forefront of this shift are AI agents, autonomous systems designed to execute complex tasks, automate workflows, and interact with other digital systems on our behalf.

Their adoption is accelerating at an incredible pace, with a recent McKinsey study finding that 62% of organizations are already experimenting with them. It’s easy to see why, as Agentic AI offers a relatively straightforward path to embedding powerful automation deep into business processes.

However, as these systems evolve from passive tools into autonomous agents, we are entering a new era of digital risk. The conversation is no longer just about building smarter agents, but whether the entire agent economy can function without a trust layer underneath it. Identity verification has evolved beyond being a basic security feature into the infrastructure that makes autonomous commerce possible at all.

When an AI can access sensitive databases, interact with third-party systems, and execute commands, a critical question emerges: how do you know who, or what, is really on the other end of that API call? Without a robust framework for agent identity and accountability, true agentic commerce will not be possible.

The real-world risks of unchecked AI agents

The appeal of agentic AI is its autonomy, but this is also its greatest risk. An unchecked or compromised AI agent operating within a corporate network can become a powerful vector for malicious activity. These risks are not new, but are a direct extension of existing cyber threats, amplified by the speed and scale of AI.

The most defining threat vector in the era of agentic AI is prompt injection. This is unique to AI agents as it weaponizes the very natural language capabilities that make them so powerful. Unlike traditional cyberattacks that rely on exploiting software bugs or cracking passwords, prompt injection bypasses standard security perimeters by feeding maliciously crafted text directly into an agent's processing stream.

This essentially tricks the AI into overriding its core system instructions and executing the attacker’s commands as if they were legitimate tasks. In an enterprise environment where agents hold permissions to access CRMs, process invoices, or alter databases, a successful injection can instantly turn a helpful digital assistant into an undetected insider threat.

Through prompt injection, agents can be instructed to exfiltrate data or escalate their privileges. An agent designed to access a customer database for legitimate analysis could, if compromised, be instructed to copy and transmit that entire database to an external server. Similarly, privilege escalation becomes a major concern, as an agent with limited permissions could probe the network for vulnerabilities or exploit a flaw to grant itself higher levels of access, effectively becoming a rogue administrator.

AI-to-AI interactions present a new frontier of security risk. As one business’s AI agents begin to interact with agents from partners or customers, the potential for supply-chain compromise grows exponentially. Without a way to verify the identity of the interacting agent, every AI-to-AI connection becomes a potential security blind spot.

Building a framework for agentic trust

In the emerging agent economy, trust hinges on answering three questions, only two of which today's standards meaningfully address: “who is this agent?” (addressed by identity primitives like W3C DIDs, increasingly applied to agents), “does this agent have authorization to spend this money on a user's behalf?” (frameworks such as FIDO Alliance-stewarded standards such as AP2 and Verifiable Intent, contributed by Google and Mastercard), and finally “what is this agent's reputation and track record?”, a question the current standards stack leaves open.

Together, they form the essential trust and payment stack required to move agentic commerce from experimental sandboxes to mainstream, high-value transactions. Zero trust architecture is also more critical than ever for securing systems against agentic threats. An agent's identity must be re-verified for every single transaction or request, and its permissions should be limited to the absolute minimum required for its specific task, based on the principle of least privilege. This means even if a trusted agent is compromised, its ability to cause widespread damage is severely restricted.

This same logic extends well beyond the corporate perimeter, in both directions. On one side, AI agents are beginning to transact on behalf of consumers: booking, buying, paying, returning. On the other, businesses are deploying agents to fulfil those same orders, onboard new customers, automate supply chains, and run entire back-office functions. What's emerging is a new trust triangle between consumers, businesses, and agents, operating simultaneously on both sides of every interaction.

In that world, agent identity becomes a commercial problem as much as a security one. A business needs to know that the agent placing an order holds a valid, scoped mandate from a real human who authorized it to act. But equally, a consumer's agent needs confidence that the business agent fulfilling that order is legitimate, authorized, and traceable. Trust has to flow in both directions, and at machine speed. That's a verification challenge of a fundamentally different order to anything we've dealt with before, and one the industry is only beginning to standardize through frameworks like FIDO's Agentic Payments Protocol. Getting KYA right is foundational to enabling a function agent economy.

Finally, businesses need systems that continuously monitor agent behavior to create a baseline of normal activity, making it possible to spot anomalous actions. If an agent suddenly attempts something outside its regular function, such as accessing a new database, connecting to an unusual IP address, or executing commands at a much higher frequency, this behavior should instantly trigger an alert and, potentially, an automatic suspension of the agent’s permissions.

Trust as a catalyst for innovation

Some technology leaders hold the view that strict security measures are a barrier to innovation, however in reality the opposite is true. By building trust and safeguards into AI agents from the ground up, businesses can innovate without fear. They can confidently deploy agentic solutions to drive efficiency, reduce operational costs, and unlock new revenue streams, all without exposing themselves to the catastrophic risks of uncontrolled autonomy.

The agentic AI era is here, and it has the potential to reshape how enterprises operate. Autonomy without oversight is liability, but autonomy with verified identity, scoped mandates, and continuous trust signals is the foundation of a new commercial layer. As agent architectures mature, trust certification will become a precondition for being transacted with at all. KYA isn't a security cost. It's how you stay in the game.

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• Windows 10 is getting extended support through to October 2027
• That's an extra year on the original deadline, although Microsoft didn't formally announce the extension
• It gives those who were worrying about what to do next with their Windows 10 PC (especially if it wasn't compatible with Windows 11) some welcome room to breathe

Microsoft has given consumers another year of extended support for Windows 10 without any formal announcement of this move.

Windows Latest spotted that Microsoft changed its info on Windows 10's Extended Security Updates (ESU) scheme to indicate that support now runs through to next October.

The section about the deadline now reads: "Windows 10 support has ended. You can enroll in ESU any time until the program ends on October 12, 2027. If you're already enrolled, your coverage will automatically continue through that date — no action needed."

So, as noted, this means that if you're signed up for the ESU, you will continue to get updates not for another four months — as the original deadline for support ending was October 2026 — but for 16 months. It's still possible to sign up for the ESU program if you haven't yet done so, too.

Microsoft confirmed to Windows Latest that this isn't a mistake in the text, and the ESU does indeed now run for another year.

Analysis: a commendable move from Microsoft – but a jaded reaction

I still run Windows 10 on my main PC (Windows 11 is on my secondary PC), and I was about to fire up the upgrade most likely next month, or perhaps August — but soon, anyway. This gives me, and no doubt plenty of others, some extra breathing room. A lot of it, actually, which is very welcome.

I may still upgrade to Windows 11 this year, but given my procrastinatory ways, I might well wait until next year now. Especially seeing as Microsoft is busy fixing Windows 11 in all sorts of ways currently, so it kind of makes sense to wait until all that work is done anyway.

Clearly enough, this is a positive move for consumers, and I'm pleased to see it. I've argued before that a year of extended support wasn't enough — considering the hardware requirements rule out many PCs from upgrading to Windows 11 — and that Microsoft should give consumers a second year. (Especially given all the e-waste issues raised around Windows 10's end of the line in the past).

With that second year now confirmed, I'm rather surprised that Microsoft doesn't appear to have announced this anywhere, and just made the change to its website info quietly in the background.

Perhaps the idea is to keep it on the down-low, so as not to put off any imminent upgraders? At any rate, much of the reaction to this decision is pretty muted. One of the most upvoted comments on this Reddit thread is: "So are they finally admitting that Windows 11 isn't good enough almost 5 years later?"

You don't have to look far to find other jaded commentary like: "The moment the support expires I'll go with Linux."

Also, some folks have taken the line that it's not a surprise to see Microsoft extend support, and indeed that it always does this. And yes, that's true for businesses, where the company may support an outgoing Windows version for multiple years. But this isn't the case for consumers; remember Windows 10 is the first time Microsoft has ever offered extended support outside of the business world.

As a reminder, the support is free (as long as you're willing to sync your PC settings to OneDrive, which isn't that big a deal, at least not in my opinion), or you can pay $30. If you've already signed up, there's no extra charge for the second year, as you might hope.

As observed by a Redditor above, it's almost five years since Windows 11 was launched — and the OS was formally announced half a decade ago this week, in fact. I just wrote about that at length, and how I'm more optimistic about the future of Windows 11 at this point than I've ever been. Still, as mentioned, I won't be rushing to upgrade just yet on my primary computer, but I'll put the trigger on that update eventually.

Heading off on holiday? You'll probably want to arm yourself with a good pair of earbuds. Even if you didn't want to use them for city mooching or poolside relaxing, they'll almost certainly come in handy during those long hours riding on planes, trains, and buses.

At TechRadar, our audio expects have tested hundreds of pairs of headphones, and they know exactly what to look for to you keep you, and your ears, happy. And it just so happens that right now, three of the very best headphones for travel are discounted in the Prime Day sales. All of these have been personally tested by our esteemed Audio Editor Becky Scarrott, and every pair scored a perfect five stars — and that is not a score we are giving out lightly.

Let's take a look...

Top earbuds for happy holidays

• Nothing Ear (a) earbuds now £49 at Amazon (was £69.99)
• Bose QuietComfort Ultra (2nd gen) now £209.95 at Amazon (was £299.95)
• B&W Pi8 earbuds now £275 at Peter Tyson (was £369)

First up, the Nothing Ear (a) Wireless Ear Buds, which for me are the standouts, because they're both very good and very affordable. I personally find it stressful to have any of my pricier gadgets with me when I go away; I want headphones that no one's going to want to nick, and which aren't going to be too pricey to replace if I leave them in a hotel room. Becky calls these headphones "a sure-fire hit", with shout-outs for the noise cancellation, sound quality, comfort and battery life, all of which she says are far better than you'd expect at this price point.

Happier spending a bit more on your buds, and keeping a closer eye on them on your travels? Consider one of the following two options… First up are the second-gen Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds. The main reason we recommend these for travel is because the noise cancellation is second to none. Becky writes: "These buds are the most sonically exuberant listen I've heard to date in this type of form factor, a fact only enhanced by their rock-solid, near-impenetrable active noise cancellation (ANC), which you can usefully tweak on a slider when creating Bose's hugely successful 'Modes'."

Finally, we have the Bowers & Wilkins Pi8. Becky was blown away by the "incredible levels of detail and dynamism" and called these "a highly competent set of earbuds and a joy to wear". They're also especially great for using on flights, because you can plug the case's USB-C port into the headphone jack on an in-flight entertainment system, and it'll work as a wireless audio transmitter. Like the Bose buds, the ANC is also great — ideal for blocking out noisy fellow travellers, and the drone of a plane engine. More importantly, they manage to nix background sound without creating a too-tight seal that can lead of painful eardrum pressure.

More travel headphone bargains to consider

None of those look quite right? We're a bit spoiled for choice when it comes to headphone deals, so I have some more options for you. None of the options below scored less than four stars in our tests, and they all shine in different ways.

I've included over-ears for those who find in-ears uncomfortable, open-ear options for situations where you need to be more aware of your surroundings, and bargain headphones for anyone whose idea of 'great travel headphones' is just the pair that won't break your heart if you leave them on a train or drop them in the pool.

More Prime Day deals in the US

• Amazon Devices: Fire Sticks & Echo from $18
• Amazon Haul: viral gadgets, tech & appliances from $1.99
• Apple: MacBooks, AirPods & AirTags from $29
• Back-to-school tech: 48% off laptops, headphones & tablets
• Cheap TVs: Samsung, Sony & LG from $89.99
• Headphones: 50% off Beats, Bose & Samsung
• Laptops: Apple, HP & Dell from $199
• Smartwatches: up to $250 off Garmin & Apple
• Vacuums: Dyson, Shark & Bissell from $34

You open Google Search Console, and it is full of green arrows. Position 4 turned into position 2. Position 2 turned into position 1. You did the work, the work paid off, and then your traffic graph started pointing at the FLOOR.

I have watched this happen to sites with clean rankings, fresh content, and zero penalties. It is one of the most confusing things in SEO right now, and most of the noise about it just repeats the same reasons.

See, ranking and traffic stopped being the same thing a while ago. In 2026, the gap between them is the widest it has ever been. But before we get into the reasons, one truth lies beneath them all.

Your clicks are leaking out of Google through several holes at once. AI Overviews is only the loudest one.

Seer Interactive tracked organic Click-Through Rates (CTR) and found a 61% drop on queries that show an AI Overview. Fair enough; that is the reason everyone talks about. But on queries with no AI Overview at all, clicks still fell 41%.

So, if AI Overviews were the whole story, that second number would be pretty flat. It isn't. That clearly means something bigger is shrinking the entire click economy – and we’re going to talk about just that.

1. The demand simply isn't there anymore

Start with the boring reason, because it is the one everyone skips.

Sometimes your traffic drops because fewer people are searching. Not because you slipped. The market shrank, and your rankings are just sitting on top of a smaller pile.

This used to be a seasonal thing. A tax tool loses traffic in June. A swimwear brand loses traffic in December. Normal stuff. But there is a newer version of this in 2026, and it is structural, not seasonal. People are running fewer searches overall because they get their answers somewhere else first (more on this below).

What to do: Open Search Console and pull the full 16-month view, then lay it next to the same months last year. Drop your main keywords into Ahrefs or Semrush and look at search volume over time. If demand fell and your rankings held, you did nothing wrong. You are winning a race with fewer runners.

2. AI overviews are answering the question for you

Ahrefs re-ran its study on SERP clicks in December 2025 across 300,000 keywords. Surprisingly, they found that when an AI Overview shows up, the top-ranking page loses 58% of its clicks. That is nearly double the 34.5% they measured back in April 2025. It is getting worse, not better.

Pew Research found the same thing from the other direction, by tracking real people instead of tools. The study proved that users clicked a result only 8% of the time when an AI summary appeared, versus 15% when it didn't. And only 1% clicked a link inside the overview itself.

So you can rank number one and still lose, because there is now a box sitting above your number one that answers the question before anyone scrolls.

What to do: Split your Search Console keywords into two buckets, the ones that trigger an AI Overview and the ones that don't. Both Ahrefs and Semrush have a filter for this. Then change the goal. Stop trying to rank below the overview. Start trying to get cited inside it. Pages cited in the overview actually keep their clicks.

3. People get their answer from AI before they open Google

A chunk of your missing traffic is made up of searches that never happened. Someone asked ChatGPT or Perplexity instead. They got their answer, made their decision, and never typed anything into Google at all.

Now, do not panic and blame AI for everything. The referral numbers tell a calm story. Cloudflare measured every AI search engine combined (ChatGPT, Gemini, Claude, Perplexity) at under 0.28% of search referrals in April 2026, while Google still sent 87.52% of them. So AI is not stealing your clicks by quietly sending traffic somewhere else.

The damage is sneakier. It happens upstream, where the search just disappears. And inside Google's own AI Mode, Semrush found that 92% to 94% of searches end with no click to any website. More than nine in ten, just gone.

What to do: Start tracking your branded search volume in Search Console, because that is the footprint AI leaves behind. When someone hears about you inside an AI answer, they often Google your name later. The new win is being the brand the AI names, not just the link it skips.

4. The search page got crowded

Think about what a Google results page looked like five years ago. Sponsored ads followed by ten blue links. That was it.

But now, a Google results page generally shows:

• An AI Overview
• A People Also Ask box
• A local pack with a map
• Shopping results
• A video carousel

Now, your blue link is still there. It is just buried under a pile of other things that all want the same click.

FirstPageSage found that the top three organic results take 68.7% of all clicks on a clean page. But fewer and fewer pages are clean. Every feature Google adds pushes your link further down and hands the searcher one more place to go instead of you.

What to do: Actually look at the search results for your top ten keywords. Count what sits above your link. If a snippet is eating your click, write a tighter answer and go take the snippet for yourself (snippets pull a 42.9% click-through rate, higher than a normal number one). If a video carousel is winning, maybe you need a video.

5. Reddit quietly took over your category

If you run a review site, a comparison site, or anything with the word "best" in your titles, this one is probably half your problem.

So, Google fell in love with Reddit. Between July 2023 and April 2024, Reddit's visibility in Google search jumped 1,328%, and it climbed from the 68th most visible site in the US to the 5th. On the product review and "best of" searches that used to land on editorial sites, Reddit is now everywhere.

So when someone searches "best running shoes" or "is X worth it," they are not landing on your carefully written guide.

They are landing on a Reddit thread because Google decided real people arguing in a forum beat a polished, well-researched article.

What to do: Find the Reddit threads ranking for your keywords. Then show up in them, genuinely and helpfully, not with spam. You are not going to outrank Reddit on those terms, so the smart move is to be present inside the thread that already won.

6. You won some keywords and quietly lost others

This is the blind spot that fools smart people.

You are tracking 100 keywords. Twenty of them climbed, and you are celebrating. But your traffic comes from thousands of keywords, and you are not watching the other 900. Some of them slipped, and that quiet slip is bigger than your loud win.

Your rank tracker only shows you what you told it to show you. It says nothing about the long tail that was actually paying your bills.

What to do: Ignore your tracked list for an afternoon. Go into Search Console, export every query, and compare clicks against the same period last year. Sort by clicks lost. The pages bleeding the most traffic are almost never the ones you were watching.

7. You rank higher but fewer people click

Sometimes the ranking is genuinely up, and the click-through rate just collapsed. Well, in such situations, the most common reason is embarrassingly simple. Your title still says 2025 and the year is 2026. People scan the results, see a stale date, and skip you for the fresher-looking result below. You ranked number one and lost the click on a detail you could fix relatively quickly.

There are other causes too. A weak title. A meta description that misses the point. Or your page matches a search whose intent it does not actually serve.

What to do: Pull your top pages by impressions, then look at the ones with a poor click-through rate. Update the year. Rewrite the title so it matches what the searcher actually wants. Small change, fast result, and you do not need to rank any higher to get it.

8. Your impressions are lying to you

This one is technical, so here is a simple way to see it.

Imagine your page used to show up for 50 searches a day, all of them a perfect fit, and people clicked. Now Google shows your page for 500 searches a day, but 450 of them are only loosely related to what you offer. Those extra people see you and scroll past, because you are not really what they wanted.

Your impressions shot up. Your average position might even look better. But your click-through rate fell off a cliff, because Google is matching you to searches that were never yours.

And "average position" hides all of it. It is an average. One number is smoothing over a hundred different stories, most of which you cannot see.

What to do: In Search Console, find the queries where impressions jumped but clicks stayed flat. That gap is the loose-match junk. It is not really a problem to fix; it is a number to stop trusting. Judge yourself on clicks from queries that fit, not on raw impressions.

9. Mobile is dragging you down (and no, it is not AMP)

Your desktop rankings can look great while mobile quietly tanks – and most of your traffic is mobile.

Two things make this worse. Mobile users click far less than desktop users. And on a small screen, an AI Overview plus a couple of SERP features eat the entire first screen. Your link is somewhere down there, after a lot of thumb-scrolling.

Now, an important correction, because half the internet still gets this wrong. The fix is not AMP. Google dropped the AMP requirement for the Top Stories carousel back in June 2021, killed the lightning-bolt badge, and the big publishers have all walked away from it. AMP gives you no ranking advantage today.

What to do: Open the device tab in Search Console and compare desktop against mobile honestly. Then fix the thing that actually matters: Your Core Web Vitals (how fast the page loads, how fast it reacts, how much it jumps around while loading). A fast, normal, responsive page beats an AMP page in 2026.

Conclusion

Here is the mindset shift that makes the whole thing click.

Stop treating rankings as the finish line. Ranking number one is now just the price of admission. It does not promise you clicks.

Run the diagnosis in order. Check if demand fell. Check if AI Overviews or AI Mode are intercepting the answer. Check the rest of the search page. Check the keywords you stopped watching. Check your titles, your impressions, your mobile experience, and your analytics. Nine times out of ten, the answer is not one of these reasons. It is three of them stacked on top of each other.

And then the bigger shift, the one that matters more every month. Start measuring visibility, not just clicks. Being the answer inside an AI Overview. Being the brand platforms like ChatGPT, names. Being the thread that ranks. The click was the old goal. Showing up is the new one.

Your rankings being up is not a lie. It just stopped being the whole truth.

The World Cup draws millions of viewers who want nothing more than to stream the action live. For many fans, this doesn’t just mean watching any broadcast; it means accessing their home country’s service to hear commentary in their native language.

Yet when you travel abroad, live sports streaming often hits a brick wall. Streaming platforms are increasingly aggressive in detecting and blocking VPN connections, making it surprisingly tricky to access familiar home broadcasts from your hotel room or airport lounge.

Understanding how these apps spot your connection and knowing how to bypass their defenses with the best VPN services is key to keeping your viewing experience uninterrupted.

Why streaming services block VPNs (and how they do it)

Streaming services block VPNs because they have strict licensing deals based on location.

Broadcasters pay for exclusive rights to show matches in specific countries. If a user logs in via a VPN to watch games they aren’t licensed for, it breaks those agreements.

To honor these agreements, platforms have no choice but to block these workarounds. For football fans, this creates a frustrating loop: you try to connect, the app spots something is amiss, and you’re hit with an error message before kickoff.

The most common method streaming services use to spot VPN traffic is maintaining a huge, updated blacklist of IP addresses known to belong to data centers. If your connection comes from one of these flagged numbers, you’re blocked immediately.

Beyond IPs, platforms analyze behavior. A genuine user travels slowly over days, whereas a VPN user might appear in London one minute and New York the next, triggering alerts.

Even if your main traffic is hidden, small background requests such as DNS queries can slip outside the VPN tunnel, revealing your real location.

Some services use deep packet inspection to recognize the unique “fingerprints” of popular VPN protocols. If the data looks like it’s running through a tunnel rather than regular browsing, it gets flagged.

How to avoid VPN detection

Navigating these streaming app blocks starts with picking the right settings. While protocols like WireGuard are the best option for raw speed, they don’t inherently hide your traffic better from detection systems than other VPN protocols.

The real key is often the server you choose. Just because one server is blocked doesn’t mean the whole country is out of reach. Sometimes a heavily used server gets flagged while a smaller, less popular one flies under the radar. If you run into trouble, start by switching locations before tweaking anything else.

Before you even test a connection, make sure your browser isn’t working against you. Clearing your browser’s cache and cookies is crucial because old location data stored there can contradict your new IP address and trigger an immediate block, making a good server appear broken.

If problems persist, experiment with your protocol. Although WireGuard is the default choice of many VPN providers – and the fastest – OpenVPN over TCP can sometimes work better on restrictive networks, particularly when those networks block or interfere with UDP traffic.

The best streaming VPNs counter blacklists and leaks by rotating fresh IPs, maintaining private networks to avoid data center flags, and using obfuscation to mask traffic.

Don’t let distance stop you from streaming the World Cup

Knowing how streaming services block access can help you watch the World Cup online from anywhere.

Choose a quality VPN, configure it properly, and stay ahead of detection tricks to keep your connection steady.

For answers on which VPN works best for specific services or where to watch your national team this summer, check our streaming guides and full World Cup coverage.

Valve’s Steam Machine has generated a lot of negative publicity because of its price tag. At just over $1,049, it is expensive for what is essentially a very, very powerful mini PC. But are we being too harsh on Valve given that the timing of the launch sadly coincided with the worst component crisis we’ve witnessed over the last 20 years?

Amazon Prime Day provides us with a great window to check out how prices compare. My colleague Matthew Hanson has been looking at the component prices should you want to build your own Steam Machine-slayer console (loaded with SteamOS rather than Windows 11). Read his analysis.

The CPU on the Steam Machine is equivalent to an AMD Ryzen 5 7600 or a 8400F or an Intel Core Ultra 5 125H or a Core i5-14400T. Its GPU roughly matches an Nvidia GeForce RTX 4060/RTX 5050 or a Radeon RX 7600M XT/S. Remember that the Steam Machine operates with a very strict TDP of 30W and its GPU has only 8GB VRAM.

The rest of the spec sheet is as follows: 16GB DDR5, 802.11ax, GbE Ethernet and Bluetooth 5.3. It also has a microSD card reader and a tiny form factor - a 16cm cube that can be customized. Let’s get one fact out of the way: no Windows mini PC can match with the Steam Machine’s price-performance. Not one.

You will have to check standard gaming PC and the odd laptop to find real alternatives to Valve’s cultural phenomenon.

Choose your Steam Machine rival

More Prime Day deals in the US

• Amazon Devices: Fire Sticks & Echo from $18
• Amazon Haul: viral gadgets, tech & appliances from $1.99
• Apple: MacBooks, AirPods & AirTags from $29
• Beauty: 50% off toothbrushes & hair tools
• Cheap TVs: smart TVs from $69.99
• Garden: tools, mowers, planters from $24.99
• Headphones: 50% off Beats, Bose & Samsung
• Laptops: Apple, HP & Dell from $199
• Mattresses: Sealy, Serta & more from $186
• Patio: outdoor furniture, rugs & decor from $19.99
• Sports: 50% off fitness gear, treadmills & clothing
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When the soon-to-be ex-British Prime Minister, Keir Starmer, told the nation last week that a full social media ban for all under-16s from social media was “the right choice" for the country, a group of people was watching closely, and thinking about what to do next.

For them, policies like these are problematic. They require all users (adults included) to undergo mandatory age verification checks. That means face scanning or ID document sharing to prove that any user is old enough to access content and social media services – and that’s something that privacy advocates and technologists have long warned is "a cybersecurity disaster waiting to happen".

But for this group, this is just the tip of the iceberg. Today, it’s your face they’ll want to scan. Tomorrow, it’ll be your messages.

So, after a social media ban in Australia, the development of Canada’s Bill C-22, the expansion of mandatory age verification in Europe, the EU's Chat Control debate, and discussions on children’s online safety proposals in the US Congress, the UK’s announcement was the final straw

On June 16, 2026, just 24 hours after Starmer's speech, that the Stop Killing the Internet campaign was officially unveiled with its mission to defend the open internet against state policies that could trigger mass surveillance and excessive control.

"Any restriction that restricts people's human rights and right to access the open internet is what we're opposed to,” Programme Manager at the Open Rights Group (ORG), James Baker, told TechRadar.

The ORG is just one of many high-profile UK digital rights groups that have come together to form Stop Killing the Internet, along with Big Brother Watch, and Index of Censorship. They are calling to arms other worldwide organizations committed to finding rights-based solutions to online social problems to join in.

“We hope to expand globally because it affects people in all countries, including places like India or China, where the internet is a lot more restricted."

Ahead of the launch, Baker and the rest of the group have already held urgent meetings with over 20 organizations, listened to the perspective of young people about the UK's proposed teen social media ban, and decided it was time to take action.

Stop Killing the Internet was formed as a sister campaign of Stop Killing Games, a movement created by the gaming community to advocate for legal protections to prevent publishers from shutting down video games.

But why have gamers joined forces with digital rights advocates to challenge ongoing children's online safety policies? And, most importantly, which solutions is the group proposing instead?

Why restricting the internet for teens is a bad idea

We can divide children's online safety policies into two main strands — each has its critics warning of dangerous unintended consequences.

The first are access barriers which cut children off from online spaces and content thought to be unsuitable for their age.

Policymakers first started by barring children from adult-only sites with age verification checks. Then came total platform blocks such as Australia's world-first under-16s social media ban, which the likes of the UK, France, Malaysia, and other countries are also looking to follow.

Baker believes that, ultimately, these bans won't work — an idea backed up by recent data from Australia — but it’s the nature of the approach that bothers the ORG’s Programme Manager.

"If there was rowdy behavior or a fight in a town hall or a public square, you'd try to police it and solve it — you wouldn't completely shut down the space for everyone,” he said.

“Yet the response to internet problems is to try to shut down the space and exclude people based on their age."

The second group of child protection policies focuses on content scanning.

An example here is Keir Starmer's ultimatum to Big Tech to find a way to prevent children from accessing explicit images on their devices. It's a plan that so unpalatable from a privacy perspective that it prompted private messaging platform Signal to say that it "would rather exit the market than undermine the technical guarantees that people trust for their privacy".

Content scanning is an old idea that continues to arise on lawmaker agendas and, often, fails to translate into actual legislation.

One incarnation of this client-side scanning was initially part of the UK's original Online Safety Act, but it was halted until "it's technically feasible to do so" in a privacy-respecting manner. And there's been no mention of it since, with regard to OSA, most likely because it's easily said by politicians but next to impossible in practice.

In the EU, another message scanning movement, commonly referred to as Chat Control — the nickname for the Child Sexual Abuse Regulation (CSAR) proposal — has been in negotiations for over three years and still there's no final text that's convincing enough for privacy experts to accept.

In reality, though, according to Stop Killing Games' Strategy Lead Moritz Katzner, all of these copycat policies, wherever they are in the world, have very little to do with child safety at all.

"You have to seriously ask if this is actually about protecting children. As someone who was recently part of that demographic, I do not believe them, because they did not care about me, nor my gaming communities, for a very long time," he told TechRadar.

Katzner explains that a crucial part of the Stop Killing the Internet campaign is indeed making people understand that there is no difference between chat control, age verification, and ID verification.

"They are all reasoned from the same agenda," he said. "It is an escalation ladder where they start by scanning your face, then require ID, and eventually start scanning your chats."

How Stop Killing the Internet plans to reset the debate

For the people involved in Stop Killing the Internet, it's a non-negotiable — what's needed to protect both children and the open web is to shift the focus of the online safety debate.

"Our primary goal is to force a hard reset of the debate,” said Katzner. “To do so, we should listen to what experts have been saying for three decades and look at the algorithms, because these platforms are addictive to adults, too."

And how do they plan to do that?

Stop Killing the Internet aims to make the knowledge of academics, computer scientists, civil societies, and other experts, mainstream directly via social media content creators. This strategy would allow them to bypass mainstream media, which, they believe, has mostly failed to critically report on this issue.

An important goal of the movement is to expose the global network of funding that they say backs up these laws. According to Katzner, it's vital to make a clear distinction between genuine advocacy and corporate lobbyism.

"Meta spent millions in the US and UK lobbying for platform-level age verification because it serves their interests, and politicians are being misused in this process," he said.

While Big Tech plays hot potato with the responsibility of children's safety, how the laws land make a huge bearing on the likes of the gaming community, according to Katzner. Gaming platforms are also included in age verification and social ban policies. Yet, as Katzner explains, there's also a tactical reason for Stop Killing Games to be involved in this fight.

Stop Killing Games has material successes in its fight to date. It brought its cause to the political agenda and helped the Protect Our Games Act to pass California’s Assembly vote — as reported by The Guardian.

“We are now bringing the strong muscle of online communities into this campaign," Katzner added, with reference to the broader internet freedom fight.

What's next for Stop Killing the Internet?

While Stop Killing The Internet is expected to fully launch on June 27, 2026, — and reveal all the people involved — Baker from Open Rights Group said that it has already attracted interest from organizations and individuals from Australia, Canada, the United States, Africa, and Europe.

In the coming days, we will also know what the movement's first step will look like.

What's certain, however, is that the problems with children's online safety policies are only its starting point — the goal is to save a free and open internet from all forms of online restrictions.

• Knowles has found a way for headphones to use balanced armature drivers
• This could let future headphones offer greatly improved sonic qualities
• Currently, no headphones offer this tech, only earbuds — but they will

While earbuds makers have been tripping over themselves to bundle more and more drivers in their buds — the Soundpeats H3 have three and they cost less than the AirPods Pro 3 (which don't have three), while the Status Between 3ANC pictured below sport dual Balanced armature drivers and one 10mm dynamic driver — it's a race that's not yet reached the best headphones.

Hold the phone: it has now reached them, thanks to Knowles' new design. The company, best known for its Balanced Armature (BA) driver because in 1955, Hugh Knowles invented it for the hearing aid market, thinks it's finally ready to revolutionize the headphone game.

Knowles has unveiled a new hybrid design for headphones, which allows its small and light BA drivers to sit alongside the much bigger dynamic drivers typical in over-ear designs. While the dynamic driver would handle the same frequencies as always (typically lower-end ones), the BA driver would add a bit of high-end sparkle.

Basically, headphones might soon sound a lot better, and have a lot more room under the ear cups to add extra features.

At the time of writing, no headphones have been unveiled with this tech, but hopefully, we'll start seeing cans which benefit from it roll out very soon.

Knowling Me, Knowling You (ah haaa)

Traditionally, most headphone makers have believed that multi-driver systems in headphones is a bad idea. It's a shame, because in earbuds, each driver can focus on a different range of frequencies, instead of relying on one to do as much as possible. And when done well, (see Campfire Audio's lineup for several gorgeous examples) it can sound utterly sublime.

For a combination of reasons like phase avoidance, complications with spatial audio tuning and ear positioning, most (though not all) headphones have a single driver. It's because the drivers are further from your ears than in buds, where they're up close and personal with your ear canal, which complicates matters.

However, BA drivers are popular for being small and lightweight, so they add some much-needed versatility within the acoustic architecture.

Knowles' design for cans features one dynamic driver with two BA drivers, which sit in front of the dynamic unit, pointed precisely at your ears.

According to Knowles, this is one of the main draws: a hybrid design can be used "without significantly changing industrial designs, comfort, or overall product dimensions". So they won't be heavier than your standard cans — if anything, they might be lighter.

However, reading between the lines, it sounds like a precise fit will be even more important on over-ear headphones with this architecture. I imagine that it rules out the tech being implemented in on-ears, which I've always found to fit quite loosely, and possibly also workout headphones, due to the natural shake of exercises.

Knowles has already put BA drivers in buds from JBL, Status (pictured above this text), JLab, Edifier and Baseus, so these companies may well be the first to take Knowles up on its offering and release over-ears using the tech. But only time will really tell — so for now, we wait.

• X screenshot shows new Claude Cowork mobile remote UI
• OpenAI already has a Codex remote control tool in the mobile app
• Anthropic has already indicated that Dispatch is in beta – launch could be imminent

Anthropic could be testing a mobile companion feature for Claude Cowork, giving users remote access to the autonomous agent that handles long-running tasks on their computer.

Cowork will remain a desktop-only tool for carrying out longer tasks autonomously, like arranging and analyzing local files and generating documents, with the mobile addition only serving as a remote control to check in on progress.

Importantly, users may also be able to start tasks remotely from their phone, giving the mobile app near-identical functionality to the desktop app even though it doesn't actually run those tasks locally.

Claude Cowork could soon get a mobile controller

Screenshots of the upcoming feature were shared in an X post, implying that the remote functionality can be used both on the mobile app and on the web.

The company has not officially announced the rumored update, but it would make sense following OpenAI's introduction of a Codex controller within the ChatGPT mobile app in May.

Adding remote access would strengthen Claude Cowork's position as an always-on digital colleague, rather than just a conversational chatbot, allowing it to carry out tasks even when a human user may be otherwise occupied.

The Cowork web page does indicate that pairing a phone is now available in beta, but the finer details are unconfirmed – such as which accounts might get access first.

A separate support article also implies that Dispatch, the remote tool, is available in beta for Pro and Max plans, noting that an active internet connection on both devices is required and that the desktop must also be active.

All in all, the fragmented information hints at an imminent launch.

“With great power comes great responsibility.”

It may be a line borrowed from Spider-Man, but it captures the inflection point facing the telecoms industry today.

Telecom networks are the invisible infrastructure of modern life. Every message sent, video streamed and connected device depends on the vast digital highways that telecom operators build and maintain.

But the industry is now at a crossroads.

As UK telecoms intensify their journey toward Net Zero and with 6G on the horizon, AI is emerging as both a transformative enabler and a sustainability challenge.

A dual approach to AI

Telecoms has entered a new phase of AI-fueled growth. Data demand is surging, networks are becoming denser, and the next wave of innovation is pushing digital infrastructure to new limits.

With this growth comes a clear opportunity to lead on sustainability – but to seize it, the industry must unlock AI’s full potential responsibly. On one hand, AI enables smarter operations across the telecoms system, from network traffic optimization to supply chain analytics and carbon reporting. On the other, it brings rising energy and water demands driven by compute-intensive workloads.

A dual approach is therefore central to ensuring technological innovation supports the climate agenda. That means advancing both AI for sustainability – using AI to reduce emissions, optimize resources and accelerate progress towards Net Zero – and sustainable AI, ensuring that AI itself is designed, deployed and governed in a way that minimizes its environmental impact.

This is the defining tension of the next decade: scaling intelligence without scaling impact.

Pinpointing high-impact AI use cases

AI is already creating new possibilities for progress, but real value lies in prioritizing use cases that drive both business value and environmental benefit. Not every use case delivers equal value—and in a resource-constrained world, prioritization is critical.

First and foremost, energy optimization is an area of significant opportunity. Energy consumption accounts for up to 40% of telecoms’ network OPEX, and GSMA Intelligence indicates that operators could reduce OPEX by 4% for a 20% reduction in energy costs through power efficiencies.

Here, AI can assist with network load balancing to help distribute traffic evenly and reduce unnecessary energy consumption. Meanwhile, energy use in data centers can be reduced through intelligent workload distribution, predictive cooling and server optimization, all of which lower overall demand. In effect, AI enables networks to think more intelligently about how and when energy is used.

On the reporting side, AI is also playing an increasingly important role. It’s being used to support customer carbon reporting, particularly in analysing large datasets from multiple sources – estimating notoriously obscure Scope 3 emissions and helping customers better understand their impact.

For example, a network operator seeking to assess B2B customer emissions can integrate data from traffic records and device energy use, linking it with customer profiles to generate more accurate insights. What was once opaque is becoming measurable, and therefore manageable.

Establishing the foundations for sustainable AI

Without the right foundations, scaling AI risks putting the cart before the horse. Organizations must establish strong governance to ensure AI is used ethically and sustainably – and that requires close collaboration across sustainability, technology and operational teams.

A centralized governance body can accelerate decision-making, enforce accountability, and ensure AI initiatives are aligned with wider sustainability goals. It also provides the guardrails needed to scale AI with confidence.

This oversight should extend across the full AI lifecycle — from design and development to training and deployment — embedding environmental, social and ethical considerations from the outset, rather than treating them as an afterthought.

For instance, organizations can adopt a “decision tree” approach to evaluate whether AI is needed at all, and if so, what type is most appropriate, considering alternatives that may deliver similar outcomes with a lower environmental footprint.

Assessing and mitigating environmental impact

Understanding AI’s environmental footprint must be the starting point for responsible adoption. After all, you can’t manage what you can’t measure. In truth, only a minority of companies are actively monitoring and disclosing the environmental footprint of their AI models, and even fewer have set reduction targets. This indicates a broader need for lifecycle assessments and accountability in AI operations.

But this is a daunting task on a few levels. Many organizations lack transparency from AI providers regarding energy efficiency and carbon footprints, which is crucial for informed decision-making – and without clear, standardized metrics and greater visibility across the value chain, organizations are left making critical decisions in the dark. Addressing this gap will require closer collaboration across the ecosystem to establish common standards, improve transparency and embed sustainability into AI decision-making.

A responsibility that extends beyond telecoms

The impact of telecoms sustainability decisions goes far beyond the industry. Telecoms already account for at least 1.6% of global carbon emissions. Decisions made here influence energy demand, emissions reduction and resource efficiency across national economies. By acting decisively, telecoms can set a standard for other sectors, demonstrating that AI-powered growth and sustainability are not mutually exclusive.

But there is work to be done. As AI adoption accelerates across networks, customer operations and enterprise services, understanding and managing its energy impact will become increasingly important. Ultimately, the challenge facing telecoms is not simply to connect the world, but to do so responsibly.

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In a small kitchen where storage is at a premium, I figured a portable blender would serve me fine. I quickly realised how limiting it was for my needs — as a home cook, I needed more than just smoothies for my breakfast.

After looking at several options, I got the Braun Multiquick 5 and haven’t regretted that purchase once. It might come with a few different attachments, but it’s still compact and powers well above its size would indicate.

I can still make smoothies, but now I also make soups, sauces and other dishes that I’ve been meaning to try now I have a hand blender.

Actually, hold on, there is one small regret that I do have: I paid full price for it and regret not waiting for the massive 57% discount available right now. If, like me, you’re looking to up your kitchen antics with something small and affordable, grab this EOFY deal on the Braun Multiquick 5 for the bargain price of AU$79 at The Good Guys.

With smoothies, the Multiquick 5’s motor can easily crush and blend frozen fruit and fibrous greens like kale.

Its heat-resistant immersion blender shaft attachment allows me to just stick (pardon the pun) the blender directly into a hot stock pot to blend or puree ingredients to make soup or sauce, saving me cooking time.

Even though the attachments can’t be stacked and need to be stored separately, the full package still earns its spot in my kitchen in spades as the blender shaft, whisk, masher and vegetable chopper don’t take much room.

Granted, the Multiquick 5 would be too small for some households, but it’s serving me very well and, honestly, given how versatile it is, it’s excellent value at this price.

Speeding fines are rising and automated enforcement is everywhere. According to DVLA data, the number of UK drivers receiving penalty points for breaking speed limits increased by 32% between 2022 and 2025, while road safety charity IAM RoadSmart says fines and penalty points are now at a four-year high.

It is a similar story in US, where automated speed cameras are gaining momentum thanks to a growing number of states permitting the use of cutting-edge camera tech.

Modern cars increasingly feature built-in speed camera alerts, but plenty of older vehicles don't. That's where a growing number of dedicated speed camera detection devices step in, using smartphone connectivity, community reporting and extensive camera databases to keep drivers informed.

Questions of legality vary wildly in the US and you'll struggle to find the devices listed below on sale anywhere, but all of those tested are available to purchase and are perfectly fine to use in the UK and much of Europe.

I've spent the past month putting the most popular options through their paces to find out which deserves a place on your dashboard.

1. Ooono Co-Driver NO2

• £69.99 / $95 / AU$143

The Ooono Co-Driver NO2 is arguably the benchmark here. Its compact design, simple setup and clever mounting options make it the most discreet device I have tested.

This latest generation pairs quickly with a smartphone, works with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and can play alerts through the car's speakers. Plus, it automatically kicks into life when it detects a phone and the ignition is switched on.

Once installed, it quietly gets on with warning about fixed and mobile speed cameras, traffic jams and road hazards using a combination of LED alerts and audio notifications. Reporting incidents is equally straightforward, and the series of button combinations takes only minutes to learn.

The community-driven database continues to improve, although hazard reporting still isn't quite as comprehensive as Waze or Google Maps in some UK regions.

The biggest advantage is simplicity. There's no screen demanding attention and no subscription fees. It just works.

• Verdict: Still the easiest and most polished speed camera companion available. Looks good, too.

2. Tom by TomTom

• £69.99 / $95 / AU$143

TomTom has clearly taken inspiration from Ooono's playbook — and that's no bad thing.

Setup is quick, requiring little more than a Bluetooth connection to a smartphone and a free account. The rechargeable battery lasts around a month, meaning there are no cables to worry about.

Alerts are clear, with bright LEDs and audible warnings for cameras, congestion and speed limit breaches. Incident reporting is similarly simple and the camera database proved consistently accurate during testing.

Where it falls short is its design. The mounting solution isn't quite as elegant and the plastics don't feel as premium as Ooono's. The button layout also takes a little longer to learn by touch.

Still, it delivers almost everything the Ooono does and does it very well.

• Verdict: An excellent Ooono alternative that runs the class leader surprisingly close.

3. Road Angel Pure Sync

• £99.99 / $135 / AU$205

The Road Angel Pure Sync takes a different approach, adding a display screen and GPS speed readout to the mix.

Unfortunately, it also suffers from the most frustrating setup process. Registration requires payment details despite the included subscription, while Bluetooth pairing proved temperamental during testing.

The magnetic mount is neat, but unlike its rivals, the device requires constant power, meaning cables need to be routed around the dashboard.

Once operational, camera alerts are timely and effective. Speed limit warnings are impossible to miss, with bright visual cues and extremely loud voice prompts — perhaps too loud until adjusted in the settings.

The GPS speed display is useful in older cars but feels less necessary in modern vehicles that already feature accurate digital readouts.

Build quality is also disappointing for the price, with a plasticky feel and a display that can be difficult to read in direct sunlight.

• Verdict: Effective once running, but harder to recommend given the higher price, subscription requirement and less polished experience.

4. Ooono Co-Driver NO1

• £19.99 / $27 / AU$41

It's only when you place the Co-Driver NO1 and NO2 side by side that you realize just how much Ooono has improved its innovative speed camera alert device.

While cheaper to buy, the first-generation Co-Driver doesn't feature a built-in rechargeable battery, instead opting for a replaceable coin-cell battery that lasts around a year. It also doesn't communicate with Apple CarPlay or Android Auto, nor does it feature a dedicated false-alert cancellation button.

It is considerably smaller, though, so if you want something discreet, this is the one to buy. That said, it uses a fixed 3M adhesive mount, so once in place, it is more difficult to relocate.

In short, the Co-Driver NO1 still handles the basics well, delivering reliable speed camera alerts and connecting to Ooono's community of users for free. It's also one of the cheapest ways to dip a toe into the world of GPS speed camera detectors.

• Verdict: A more basic version of Ooono's current speed camera offering — it's smaller and much cheaper, so perfect for those on a budget.

5. Snooper My-Speed Plus

• £199.99 / $270 / AU$410

After testing all of the other smartphone-connected devices here, the Snooper My-Speed Plus feels like a bit of a throwback to an era of bulky sat-nav units suction-mounted to a dashboard.

Unlike its rivals, it is a completely self-contained unit that mounts to the windshield and plugs into a 12V lighter socket, using its own GPS receiver and Snooper's AURA speed camera database to keep drivers informed.

The first thing you notice is its size. Where most of the competition is content being discreet little pucks that blend into the dashboard, the Snooper displays everything on a large 5-inch color screen. It constantly shows your GPS speed alongside the current speed limit, with red and green graphics that make it very difficult to ignore when you've drifted over the limit.

Speed camera coverage is extensive, but updating requires first registering the device and then plugging it into a Windows PC or Mac via the provided USB cable. Seeing how quickly speed cameras are appearing, frequent travelers will want to update the database monthly.

It's decidedly old-school and expensive, but the display is sharp and the overall hardware feels more premium than the Road Angel.

• Verdict: It feels like a device from a bygone era and it's expensive.

The final verdict: which to buy?

Having used all of the devices, the Ooono Co-Driver NO2 stood out above the rest and would get my money.

It's simple, easy to use and doesn't require monthly memberships. While it's possible to get a similar experience with the Co-Driver NO1, I preferred the larger button and the look of the second generation... not to mention the fact that you can recharge it via USB-C and mount it to the sun visor, rather than sticking it to a dash.

TomTom's offering is near identical, but the app isn't as slick and the button layout isn't as user-friendly.

I don't think drivers need a GPS speed camera unit with a screen these days, as it defeats the point of mounting something small and discreet to the car.

Finally, it's worth addressing the fact that you can get a similar experience by using free smartphone apps, such as Waze, Google Maps, Apple Maps and more.

But the Ooono and TomTom devices earn their money during those times where a smartphone is left in the pocket and you aren't navigating using either the vehicle or your phone's software.

Personally, I find it is exactly these moments when it easy to forget that a 20mph speed limit has been introduced in the local area and a gentle nudge from the Ooono saves my bacon.

I’ve always favored clean, minimal phone homescreens — the fewer icons, the better, with the wallpaper fully visible. This usually means I have to delete a lot of icons and widgets after initial setup, especially with a Samsung Phone and an iPhone to achieve that look. Pixel phones are much less cluttered in comparison, though I still have to tweak some settings a bit to personalize the homescreen fully.

Then, a few months back, I got my hands on the Nothing Phone 4a Pro, and it was love at first sight. Not only does it look great and punch above its weight class with its hardware, but Nothing OS seemed tailor-made for me — it’s now my favourite Android skin.

I found the monochrome color scheme and minimal interface very appealing, reminding me somewhat of Pixel UI’s stock Android experience but with more character. The home screen widgets follow the same design philosophy, and community-made ones add extra functionality and whimsy I didn’t know I needed.

Clean, distraction-free bliss

My usual homescreen setup features just a single row of my most-used apps at the bottom, with icons set to a monochrome color scheme and maybe one or two widgets.

These settings are readily available on iOS and Pixel UI, and easy to apply, while Samsung’s One UI has a wide range of icon packs to choose from. But where you have to manually opt to have this minimal look, it’s the default on Nothing OS. It’s in no way a groundbreaking innovation, but it’s my favorite part of using the Nothing Phone 4a Pro.

Nothing OS widgets also set themselves apart from typical Android or iOS widgets — they come in small square tiles (just enough to fit 4 icons in a 2x2 arrangement) that match the icons’ look. Even when I load up the 4a Pro’s homescreen to the brim with widgets and icons, it still looks clean and slick.

Don’t care for the default widgets? No problem. There are plenty of community-made ones you can download from Nothing Playground, a portal for widgets (found under Essential Apps in Settings) and equalizer profiles for audio. These are unique and can show off your personality too. Some of my favorite community-made widgets include a tic-tac-toe game, a functioning piano, and a meter that tracks CPU usage and temperature.

The latest major Nothing OS update introduced simple breathing exercise widgets — one each for Focus, Calm and Relax — with on-screen prompts that tell you when to inhale and exhale while music plays. Again, it’s not revolutionary, but I like being able to tap a widget on the homescreen instead of digging through menus in a dedicated health app.

These little things add up to making a fabulous user experience in my books.

Innovations and experiments

In my opinion, an even more impressive addition in that update is Essential Voice, an AI-powered speech-to-text feature that has produced the most accurate results I’ve seen on a phone so far.

Powered by Gemini 3 Flash, Essential Voice automatically removes filler words and sounds like “um”, “ah” and “basically” — something I tend to do a lot myself — and also auto-formats bullet lists. I tested this feature by dictating my rather long, rambling notes into Google Docs and it produced a neat outline to build the article I was working on.

There’s support for more than 100 languages and regional variants, which I tested by reciting phrases in Spanish, Italian, French and Filipino — the results were clean and accurate. While a similar feature called Rambler is coming to more phones via Android 17, it’s nice to see it already in action on Nothing OS. While I’m not quite ready to forgo keyboards just yet and talk to my phone instead, I still think it’s a fantastic shortcut to typing.

Nothing OS also lets you try experimental features like using the Glyph Matrix (the secondary screen on the 4a Pro’s back) as a progress bar for third-party apps (it only supports Uber, Zomato and Google Calendar for now) and improving Apple AirPods support — well, for an Android phone at least. They’re not the most earth-shattering features, sure, but they’re a promising sign of Nothing’s willingness to try new ideas and let users play around with them.

Admittedly, Nothing OS’s quirky design won’t be for everyone, as some users will prefer more conventionally designed widgets or colorful icons that are easy to identify, but the short 3-year software support window is what’s most disappointing here, especially when Samsung and Google offer 7 years, while Apple is pushing that to 8 years in some cases.

Nevertheless, Nothing’s phones stand out as aesthetically pleasing handsets that punch above their price range, with the software experience as the unheralded star of the show — at least for me. It’s the perfect minimalist experience out of the box, without sacrificing functionality, and it includes some useful extras enhancing the experience.

With Nothing changing its flagship release schedule for 2027, I’m curious to see how Nothing OS will evolve alongside a potentially more powerful phone. Perhaps it will offer more ways to encourage community innovation? Either way, I’m certainly keeping my eyes peeled for what’s next.

• Apple has raised prices across multiple categories in Australia
• The MacBook Neo has lost some of its entry-level appeal
• The move follows rising RAM and storage costs

Australian shoppers looking for EOFY offers, or waiting for early Amazon Prime Day tech deals, now have another price shift to factor in. Apple has raised local prices across several major product categories, including the new MacBook Neo, MacBook Air, iPad range, Apple TV 4K, HomePod mini and more.

The timing is awkward, but it also hasn't come from nowhere. Apple has usually been better than most tech companies at absorbing supply chain pressure before it reaches shoppers, though the current RAM and component crunch has been dragging on for long enough to change that calculation.

The warning signs came last month, when Tim Cook flagged "significantly higher memory costs" on an earnings call, then said RAM prices would "drive an increasing impact" on Apple products from this month.

Australian buyers will feel this

One of the clearest examples is the new MacBook Neo, Apple's lower-cost MacBook model and the machine most likely to appeal to students, or anyone trying to get a new Apple laptop for less than MacBook Air money. In Australia it launched with a price from AU$899. It now starts at AU$1,049, so it has lost some of its entry-level appeal.

Sure, it’s still Apple's cheapest laptop, but the higher starting price makes it less competitive against Windows laptops that have been fighting to compete with the Neo. The 512GB model with Touch ID has also gone from AU$1,099 to AU$1,249.

The MacBook Air has lost some of its competitive edge, and the 13-inch model with the M5 chip (check out our MacBook Air 13-inch M5 review) has jumped from AU$1,799 to AU$2,099 to start.

The 15-inch model is up by the same AU$300 amount, from AU$2,199 to AU$2,499. For a laptop that often sits in the middle of Apple's consumer Mac range, that is a significant hit to its value proposition.

The MacBook Pro increases are especially notable in some configurations. The 14-inch MacBook Pro with M5 now starts at AU$3,199, up from AU$2,699, and the higher-end M5 Max models have also moved up by several hundred dollars. Buyers looking at extra memory or storage were already dealing with expensive upgrades, so the higher base prices only make that decision harder.

The Mac mini is another notable hit. It has gone from AU$999 to AU$1,299, which is a 30% increase on a machine that has often been one of the easier Apple desktops to justify on price.

The iPad range is up, which matters for students, families and anyone who was looking at a new tablet for work, study, travel or general use. The 11-inch iPad Air now starts at AU$1,249, up from AU$999, while the standard iPad, iPad mini and iPad Pro models have also increased.

The rises are not limited to Macs and iPads. HomePod mini has gone from AU$149 to AU$199, HomePod is up from AU$479 to AU$549, and Apple TV 4K has jumped from AU$219 to AU$299. Vision Pro was already a niche product at AU$5,999, and the new AU$6,299 starting price certainly does not broaden its appeal.

Apple's iPhone lineup, Apple Watch and AirPods appear to have avoided this round of increases at least. That helps limit the pain for some buyers, but it doesn’t change the issue for anyone who was waiting to buy a Mac, iPad or other Apple device.

Aussie price changes

Of course, Apple is not the only company dealing with higher memory and storage costs, but the scale of these changes is still pretty notable. Price rises across one or two products are easy enough to explain. Price rises across most of Apple’s range are not something that’s easily avoided.

An Apple spokesperson said: “The consumer electronics industry is facing an unprecedented challenge. The rapid expansion of AI data centers has created an extraordinary surge in demand for memory and storage. We have never seen a component price increase this much, this quickly. We have shielded our customers from these increases so far, but we have now reached a point where we need to begin raising prices on a number of products, including today’s increases for iPad and Mac. We know this is not welcome news, and we are working tirelessly to find solutions.”

The main question is whether the Australian prices come back down if the RAM shortage eases, or whether these higher starting points become normal. We are hopeful, but Apple hasn’t promised a reversal.

For now, local retailers may be worth checking more closely, especially if older stock or short-term deal pricing remains available during EOFY and early Prime Day sales periods.

To help out, we have included some of the better remaining Apple deals below.

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These products haven't gone up in price, but they're still great deals. Want more? Check out our dedicated EOFY Apple sales page. Or for more laptops, take a look at our best EOFY laptop deals.

• Ukraine's autonomous interceptors stalk and destroy Russian Shaheds without human controls
• Ukraine compressed years of drone development into twelve battlefield months
• Brave1's interceptor automates 95% of the kill chain — the human only picks the target

Ukraine has cleared its first autonomous drone interceptor for battlefield deployment following combat testing completed recently in the Kharkiv region.

The system was developed under the Brave1 defence accelerator specifically to counter Shahed drones, which Russia increasingly launches in coordinated saturation attacks against Ukrainian cities and infrastructure.

Those attacks rely heavily upon volume and timing because large numbers of incoming drones can gradually overwhelm conventional air defence systems and human reaction speeds simultaneously.

Autonomous interceptors reach combat testing

Ukraine’s response now involves reducing how much of the interception process still depends upon direct human control during active battlefield engagements involving multiple aerial threats.

According to Ukrainian officials, the interceptor automates roughly 95% of the engagement sequence from launch through terminal destruction of the incoming drone.

Human operators still decide which drone should be engaged before the interceptor assumes responsibility for navigation, recognition, pursuit, and strike execution independently afterward.

That operational structure allows crews to supervise engagements instead of manually piloting interceptors through every stage of aerial combat under high-pressure battlefield conditions.

Ukrainian officials believe reducing operator workload could become increasingly important during large nighttime bombardments involving several incoming drones approaching defended airspace simultaneously.

The manufacturer reportedly moved from prototype development toward verified combat deployment within less than twelve months under continuing wartime operational pressures across Ukraine.

That unusually compressed timeline appears closely connected to Brave1’s institutional and financial backing, which reduced delays commonly associated with traditional peacetime procurement procedures.

Officials argue wartime conditions leave little opportunity for prolonged development schedules because interception delays increasingly determine whether drones successfully reach populated urban areas.

“We continue to systematically strengthen the defence of the sky,” the ministry stated while discussing interceptor systems already tested under active combat conditions recently.

Scaling ambitions meet an unverified record

Ukraine now says it is expanding production and deployment of these interceptors as part of broader efforts to increase domestic military drone manufacturing capacity nationwide.

Publicly available information regarding actual kill rates and long-term battlefield reliability remains extremely limited outside official Ukrainian statements.

Evaluating the system also becomes more difficult because Russia has continuously modified its Shahed drones throughout the conflict, using changing flight profiles and components.

Autonomous interception could become even more complicated once electronic interference, airborne decoys, civilian aircraft, and friendly drones begin sharing the same contested airspace simultaneously.

Because no independent technical assessment has yet been released publicly, the actual battlefield accuracy of the interceptor system remains difficult to verify externally.

The Kharkiv deployment nevertheless establishes an early proof of concept showing Ukraine’s growing interest in partially autonomous air defence systems during modern drone warfare.

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It's Amazon Prime Day, and one of my favorite deals of day isn't actually a huge discount, but I think it's a really worthwhile buy at the lower price. It's the WiiM Amp Ultra, which is available for $449 at Amazon US (down from $529), or you can get it for £425 at Amazon UK (down from $499).

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I have the WiiM Amp Ultra at home, and it's an amazing streaming amp for this price. It's really well-built and looks at home among nice furniture, with a solid metal finish — and it's shockingly compact, considering that it provides up to 100W per channel, so it can work with some really hefty speakers,

Most importantly, it sounds excellent, and there's support for nearly every music service you could want (but I'll come back to that "nearly), plus useful inputs for a turntable and so on.

I use it with a pair of Dali Oberon 5 bookshelf speakers, and the combination is off the charts for a hi-fi system that barely takes up any space. Obviously, floorstanding speakers are tall, but the Oberon 5 only have the same footprint as bookshelf speakers, so these three boxes overall can be used even in space-starved homes, but sound like you've got a much bigger, beefier setup.

When I started this configuration, I auditioned it against using the Amp Ultra with a pair of Dali Oberon 1 bookshelf speakers, and against a pair of Sonos Era 300 speakers (a pair of which costs about the same as getting the Amp Ultra and Oberon 5 speakers).

The Oberon 1 bookshelf speakers crushed the Sonos Era 300 when it came to detail and dynamic response in music, but they were equally crushed by the Sonos for bass depth and dispersion of sound in the room.

However, the Oberon 5 are the best of all worlds with the WiiM powering them — big and controlled bass, fantastic detail in the mids and treble, superb dynamic attack, and great dispersion in the room.

So I'd recommend the WiiM Amp Ultra generally, but if you're thinking that you'd like a whole magnificent hi-fi setup for under £1,000 in the UK, here's my recommendation today — if you're in the US, scroll down, because I've got a recommendation for you right after.

Today's best UK WiiM Amp Ultra and speaker deal combination

Today's best UK WiiM Amp Ultra and speaker deal combination

Some speakers are quite a lot more expensive in the US than in Europe, and Dali speakers are chief among this category. So when looking for an equivalent system to suggest with the WiiM Amp Ultra in the US, I wanted to find something that was also a huge bargain, and that's just as good, and the ELAC Debut 2.0 F6.2 is the perfect option, because their bookshelf version also got five stars from What Hi-Fi? in their review.

The downside to the WiiM Amp Ultra

There is one thing I want to note about the Amp Ultra: it's not 100% ideal for Apple Music households, despite its aluminum look and slick design. It lacks any kind of Apple support outside of Bluetooth — not just Apple Music (which is normal for streaming amps, only Sonos has this natively), but even AirPlay 2, which nearly every other music streaming device on the planet supports.

It doesn't have a USB audio input either, which seems like an odd omission for an 'Ultra' device — and it's annoying that it rules out using your Apple device's USB port to send Hi-Res Audio to it.

Now, Spotify is the most popular service, and that's supported. I have a Tidal subscription, so I'm all good. This is far from affecting everyone, but there are plenty of people who are deep in the Apple system, who use Apple Music only, and the Amp Ultra is oddly hostile to those people.

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Most portable power stations force you to choose among capacity, speed, and longevity. The Anker Solix F2000 is $749 (regularly $899) at Anker, and it doesn’t ask you to make that compromise.

With 2048Wh of LiFePO4 capacity, 2400W of continuous AC output, a 10-year rated lifespan, and a 0–80% recharge time of just 1.4 hours, it’s one of the most complete portable power stations you can buy at any price. And at $749 in Anker's own Prime Day sale, which guarantees the best price compared to other retailers, the value case is hard to argue against.

For home backup, charging devices and driving appliances during power outages or summer trips, this is a top pick. For more Anker products, we've rounded up the 12 best Anker Prime Day deals you can get right now.

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The core of the F2000 is its LiFePO4 battery chemistry, which underpins everything else the machine does well. LiFePO4 cells are chemically stable, fire-resistant, and certified for indoor use — unlike cheaper lithium-ion packs that can overheat or degrade significantly within a few hundred cycles.

The 2400W continuous output and 3600W surge ceiling via SurgePad mean this machine doesn’t just charge laptops and phones — it runs appliances. A 1500W space heater, a fridge, a microwave, power tools, a CPAP machine with heated humidifier, a coffee maker. You name it.

HyperFlash fast charging is the spec that changes how you think about using the machine. Most 2000Wh+ power stations take five to eight hours to recharge from a wall outlet — long enough that you plan your entire trip or outage around their recovery time. The F2000 goes from 0 to 80% in 1.4 hours, so you can drain it overnight during a blackout, plug it in at 7am, and have it substantially recharged before you head to work. For RV users, that means you can top it up at a campsite hook-up in the time it takes to have breakfast.

The port selection is among the most practical at this price. The dedicated TT-30 RV port is a genuine differentiator — it means F2000 owners with an RV don’t need an adapter, and it signals that Anker designed this machine for actual vehicle use rather than as an afterthought. The three 100W USB-C ports will simultaneously fast-charge three laptops or a laptop plus two tablets. The four AC outlets, two car outlets, and two USB-A ports round out a panel that handles every real-world device combination without requiring port juggling.

Solar charging supports up to 1000W input via an XT-60 connector, compatible with Anker’s own 200W and 400W panels as well as most third-party panels in the supported voltage range. This makes the F2000 a genuinely off-grid-capable system when paired with panels — useful for extended camping, van builds, and off-grid cabins. The Anker SOLIX app handles remote monitoring of battery level, charging time, and power usage over Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, with a clean interface that reviewers have found intuitive.

If you need serious, reliable backup power for a home, RV, or extended off-grid use, the Anker SOLIX F2000 is one of the strongest offers available in the 2000Wh class right now. Check out more options in our guide to the best portable power stations.

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I wasn't sure what to expect from the Dreame Z50 Station vacuum cleaner when it first launched earlier this year, but its spec sheet was impressive. With industry-leading 330 air watts of suction power, I was hoping it would clean better than the 315AW Dyson V16 Piston Animal... and, boy, did it impress!

It put that high suction to good use and, in my Dreame Z50 Station review, I couldn't help but say it can put both Dyson and Shark to shame. My only complaints were its overall weight (it's the heaviest stick vacuum I've ever tested) and its steep price tag.

However, that premium price is now a lot more achievable as Dreame has discounted it down to AU$999 (from AU$1,499) directly on its site. You won't find the Z50 Station sold at other retailers, so this offer can be easy to miss and yet it's the one EOFY deal you shouldn't — I consider the Z50 Station to be one of the best vacuum cleaners in Australia right now.

Admittedly you'll get a Dyson for less than AU$999 (like the Dyson V15 Detect now AU$799 or the Dyson Gen5detect for AU$898), but the Dreame Z50 Station easily justifies the higher price for a couple of key reasons that even the best Dyson vacuums can't compete with.

Firstly, that suction power of 330AW. I admit that this spec isn't a standard used across the industry and a lot of that suction capability is dependent on the airflow through the machine, but Dreame seems to have done it well. From the design of the floorhead that can suck while moving back or forth to the volume of air moving into the onboard dust cup, the Z50 definitely is very sucky indeed. In my tests, it cleaned up messes in one move, two at the most, a touch less than any Dyson I've reviewed personally!

Then there's the self-emptying functionality that's a default part of the machine. The Station is just as powerful and can empty the dust cap as soon as the stick vac is placed onto the dock. I did notice that a thin layer of fine does get stuck around the top rubber washer inside the dust cup, but it's remarkably easier to dismantle the handheld unit for regular maintenance — a lot easier than Dyson's design of the dust cup in my opinion.

I should call out the telescopic tube that, again, you won't see on a Dyson. Oh, and said tube is bendy too, so you can get under furniture (you'll need to buy a separate attachment from Dyson to do that).

You will have to consider the ongoing cost of the dust bag but, given its 3L volume, you may not need to throw it out as often as smaller bags and it could prove economical.

If you've got the budget, this is arguably the best premium cordless vacuum I've tested this year and I would absolutely skip the Dyson for this one.

• The Sopranos: The Complete Series is a limited edition 4K Blu-ray release
• 86 episodes over 28 discs including 2 bonus Blu-rays
• December 2026 (US), $149.99

One of the greatest TV dramas of all time is coming to 4K Blu-ray. The Sopranos: The Complete Series box set is available for pre-order in the US and Canada, and will be released at the end of 2026.

This far from the first Sopranos box set: in addition to the DVD box set I've got on the shelf, there was a Blu-ray box in 2014, plus a 25th anniversary Blu-ray box set in 2024, which included The Many Saints of Newark as well. So this is the first time it's all available in 4K.

This edition delivers a brand new and currently untitled featurette with Sopranos creator and writer David Chase. That featurette is on one of the two bonus discs that also include hours of extra material including a two-part documentary, seven behind-the-scenes featurettes, and all of the bonus content previously released on The Sopranos: Complete Series Blu-ray release. And it's all delivered in hardcover lay-flat book packaging.

For fans of the show, this looks like the ultimate release: the best-looking, most pristine way to see one of the most influential TV shows ever.

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The Sopranos tells the story of depressed mob boss Tony Soprano, who's going to therapy in secret because he knows that if word gets out about his "weakness", he's a dead man walking. It's as much about family as it is about mafia families, and it features stellar performances throughout.

During its run the show amassed multiple well-deserved awards including 111 Primetime Emmy nominations and 21 wins, 5 Golden Globe awards, and Emmys for cast members James Gandolfini, Edie Falco, Michael Imperioli, Drea de Matteo, and Joe Pantoliano.

I'm not being hyperbolic when I tell you that The Sopranos began a golden age of TV drama. Without The Sopranos, there would be no Breaking Bad, Mad Men or any of the other premium shows we love so much.

It was pivotal in shifting the view that TV was inferior to cinema, and that our relatable protagonists couldn't be awful people. And it was really, really, really good: the writing, the performances and the cinematography were all superb.

While much of the praise for The Sopranos centers on the cast, and rightly so, the work of cinematographer Alik Sakharov was crucial too. The cinematography was groundbreaking in how it contributed to the story, and there's a fascinating article about it on No Film School. And if that's the kind of thing you find interesting, then this new 4K box set was made for you.

The Sopranos 4K Blu-ray box set has a release date of 8 December 2026 in the US and a recommended price of $149.99.

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The AI industry may have found its next battle, and it’s not model training, GPU availability or data centers expansion. It’s actually how artificial intelligence is being framed in the first place.

For the past couple of years, AI coding assistants have been marketed as productivity boosters, promising to help across code generation, debugging and testing.

But the recent SpaceX acquisition of AI coding platform Cursor shows just how important AI coding systems can be in AI. While coding tools are generally considered from the developer’s point of view, software generation is increasingly being seen as a strategic capability for future autonomous systems.

Whether managing infrastructure, coordinating logistics or automating business processes, tomorrow’s coding agents will need to create, edit and maintain software instead of just helping developers to write code.

AI’s impact on code generation is trust

In other words, AI coding agents are less about being tools and more about being infrastructure layers through which organizations can build, operate and even govern their tech – similar to how we see cloud, networking and security today.

But in dehumanizing software generation, we’re uncovering the next challenge. Software development used to be limited by the speed at which humans can review, test and validate code before it goes into production, but it’s now all about trust and verification.

With AI now capable of generating code at lightning pace, questions around quality, security, compliance and governance are now being raised.

Acknowledging that code generation has been vastly democratized, Qodo CEO Itamar Friedman now believes what sets companies apart will be verification and governance. The winners will be the ones to deploy trustworthy software at scale, not the ones to launch it fastest.

To better understand what SpaceX’s Cursor acquisition means for the future of software engineering, how AI coding platforms are evolving from tools to infrastructure, and how we can tackle the next bottleneck that is trust, I spoke with Friedman.

• Does this acquisition signal that AI coding tools are becoming strategic infrastructure rather than just developer productivity tools?

Yes, and the price tag makes it explicit. You don’t just pay $60B for a productivity feature, you pay that price to have complete control over the coding mechanism your engineering teams run every day.

When the tool sits in the path of every change that ships, it is infrastructure, with the same reliability, security, and governance expectations as the rest of your stack.

• What does SpaceX's interest in Cursor say about the role AI coding tools will play in the next generation of AI-native companies?

AI-native companies want to own their means of production. SpaceX is not buying a chat window, it’s buying the ability to shape how code is generated across an organization that writes mission critical software.

What the next generation of tools is signaling is that the coding layer is too important to rent on someone else's roadmap. Instead, companies need to treat code generation, review, and governance as core infrastructure they direct, not as a third party relationship they hope holds up.

• Why might companies building highly complex or mission-critical systems want greater control over the AI coding layer?

In a high-stakes environment, you never let the builder be its own reviewer. When a single system both writes code and judges whether it is correct, you get a biased feedback loop where the AI is grading its own homework.

Greater control means being able to insert independent verification, enforce your own standards, and produce an audit trail of every decision.

• How should enterprises think about evaluating AI coding tools after a major ownership change or acquisition?

Enterprises should evaluate for independence and continuity, not for features. They must ask who controls the roadmap now, whether your data stays in your environment, and whether the tool still works alongside the rest of your stack or quietly steers you into another owner's ecosystem.

During an acquisition, a tool that was neutral yesterday may be optimized for its new parent tomorrow. The durable choice is the layer you can keep running on your terms regardless of who owns the model underneath it.

• As AI generates more production code, what new challenges does that create for engineering teams?

As code volumes skyrocket, the bottleneck moves from writing code to verifying it. The hard part about software was never producing more lines, it is confirming the code does what it’s intended to do, holds to your architecture, and meets your standards at scale.

When AI writes thirty percent of your codebase and rising, line-by-line human review can’t keep up and trust becomes the scarce resource. The challenge is building verification that runs with near-perfect precision and recall across hundreds of quality dimensions, automatically, on every change.

• What will differentiate the winners in the AI coding market over the next few years: better code generation, better governance, or something else?

Generation is commoditizing. High-fidelity output already looks more and more similar across the major models, and that gap will keep closing.

Then, differentiation moves to the quality layer: governance, verification, and the ability to enforce standards with the precision an enterprise can actually trust.

Better governance is the moat: those enterprises that succeed will be the ones that make AI-gen code safe to ship, not the ones that generated it faster.

• What should developers and engineering leaders be watching for as the AI coding market continues to consolidate?

Watch out for vendor lock-in disguised as integration. As the market consolidates, the pressure will be to buy generation and verification from the same owner, which is exactly the conflict of interest that erodes trust.

Leaders should keep their verification layer independent from whoever writes the code, protect the portability of their data and standards, and avoid betting their SDLC on a single vendor's incentives.

Motherboard deals at this level of discount don’t come around that often. Right now, Amazon has the MSI PRO X870-P WiFi at $152 (was $170) for AMD Ryzen and the MSI B760 Gaming Plus WiFi at $133 (was $200) for Intel in the Prime Day sale.

Both are well-regarded ATX boards with built-in Wi-Fi, and both represent meaningful savings if you’re mid-build or planning an upgrade. And both punch above their discounted price.

The two boards target different platforms entirely — one is AMD AM5, the other Intel LGA 1700 — so this isn’t a true apples-to-apples comparison. Think of them as two separate opportunities: one for Ryzen 7000/8000/9000 builders, and one for 12th/13th/14th Gen Intel builders.

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More on the PRO X870-P WiFi — AMD AM5

At this price, the PRO X870-P Wi-Fi sits in an interesting spot: it’s the X870 chipset — AMD’s current-gen platform with full PCIe 5.0 support — at a price that previously would have bought you a mid-range B650 board. The X870 chipset brings wider PCIe 5.0 support and Wi-Fi 7 as a platform requirement (rather than an optional add-on), and AMD has committed to AM5 support through at least 2027, which means whatever Ryzen processor you pair with this board today will have a clear upgrade path for several years.

The connectivity package at this price is genuinely impressive. Wi-Fi 7 with its 320MHz channel width delivers noticeably lower latency and higher throughput than Wi-Fi 6E — the kind of upgrade you notice on a busy home network. The 5Gbps Ethernet port, USB4 at 40Gbps, and Thunderbolt 4 are the kind of specs that usually appear on more expensive boards. Three M.2 slots (including one Gen5) gives you flexibility for fast SSDs now and room to expand later.

MSI’s PRO series is positioned more toward productivity and professional use than the flashier gaming-branded boards, which means the design is restrained — minimal RGB, clean silver heatsinks, no aggressive aesthetics. Whether that’s a positive depends entirely on what you want your build to look like. Best Buy reviewers have praised it as straightforward to install and stable from the first boot, with multiple builders noting it’s working well with everything from Ryzen 7700X to the 9800X3D.

One honest note: the PRO X870-P is tuned more for stability and accessibility than aggressive overclocking. If you’re planning to push DDR5 kits to their absolute limits or run a flagship Ryzen 9 chip at sustained all-core maximum TDP, a higher-end X870E board would give you more VRM headroom. For the majority of builds — including enthusiast setups — it handles everything without issue.

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The B760 Gaming Plus WiFi is the more straightforward recommendation of the two — it’s a well-established board with a substantial real-world track record. The 840+ reviews on Amazon at 4.4/5 tell a consistent story: this board works reliably, installs without drama, and delivers good performance across a wide range of Intel builds.

Intel’s LGA 1700 platform supports 12th, 13th, and 14th Gen Core processors, which means there’s a wide choice of CPUs available at various price points — everything from a budget Core i3 to the Core i9-14900K. It’s worth noting that Intel has moved on to the LGA 1851 socket for its newest Arrow Lake generation, so this platform won’t support 15th Gen CPUs. That said, for builds centered on a 13th- or 14th-Gen processor, the B760 remains a very solid foundation.

Wi-Fi 6E built-in is a practical inclusion at this price — it saves you from buying a separate wireless adapter and keeps the build clean. 2.5 Gbps Ethernet provides fast wired connectivity for those who prefer a cable. Two M.2 Gen4 slots comfortably handle primary and secondary NVMe SSDs, and PCIe 4.0 x16 is more than adequate for any current GPU.

Reviewers have specifically praised the B760 Gaming Plus WiFi for its stability across sustained workloads — one reviewer noted it handled “AAA applications and multitasking effortlessly” over ten months of use without a single stability issue. The reinforced PCIe slots and robust VRM heatsinks contribute to a build quality that feels more substantial than budget Intel boards at a similar price.

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If you're an Xbox One or Xbox Series X owner, then the Amazon Prime Day deals represent the perfect time to stock up on new games.

I test the console extensively whenever I'm experimenting with new Xbox accessories as part of my job here at TechRadar Gaming, so I have a strong handle on the best titles on offer.

• View all of Amazon's current prices and deals on Xbox games this Prime Day

Below you will find a selection of games that I recommend, spanning all the way from massive adventures like Crimson Desert to recent spy thriller 007 First Light. These are the releases that I'm spending the most time in right now, so I can personally vouch for the quality of each one.

Amazon Prime Day game deals

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• Paraguay vs Australia Kick-Off time: Friday, June 26 | 3am BST / 10pm ET (Thu) / 12pm AEST
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Paraguay and Australia meet in San Francisco to thrash out who finishes second and third in Group D at the FIFA World Cup 2026, and you can live stream the game around the world for free.

Both sides lost to co-hosts USA and beat Turkey in their opening two matches, so this fixture will decide who progresses to the knockout stage as runners-up and who will have to keep their fingers crossed that they can squeeze through as one of the best third-place teams. Paraguay are in a slightly shakier position on account of their 4-1 defeat by the USA in their first game, which means that even after a 1-0 win over Turkey they still have a goal difference of -2. They play their second successive game in San Francisco knowing a defeat could leave their hopes of reaching the last-32 in the balance, forcing them to rely on results elsewhere to qualify in third place.

Australia currently occupy the runners-up spot by virtue of having a goal difference of 0, so they will finish second if they avoid defeat. The high of their 2-0 win over Turkey gave way to reality as they were beaten by the same scoreline against the USA last time out and it will be interesting to see how Tony Popovic sets his side up here. The head coach is aiming to become the first person in Socceroos history to reach the World Cup knockout stage as a player and a manager, having done so as part of the squad in 2006. If Australia clinch second place, the prize is a meeting with the Group G runners-up – currently Iran – next Friday in Dallas.

So, read on as we show you exactly how to watch Paraguay vs Australia for free in the FIFA World Cup 2026.

Paraguay vs Australia: Team News

Paraguay XI: Gill; Cáceres, Velázquez, Gómez, Alderete, Maidana; Gomez, Cubas, Galarza, Enciso; Avalos

Australia XI: Beach; Circati, Souttar, Herrington; Behich, O’Neill, Irvine, Bos; Metcalfe, Volpato; Irankunda

How to watch Paraguay vs Australia for free

Paraguay vs Australia is available to watch for free in multiple countries, including the UK, Australia, Brazil, Belgium, Ireland, Netherlands, Switzerland and Turkey.

• 🇬🇧 UK: ITV (English commentary)
• 🇦🇺 Australia: SBS On Demand (English commentary)
• 🇧🇷 Brazil: CazéTV's YouTube (no account required)
• 🇧🇪 Belgium: RTBF / VRT
• 🇩🇪 Germany: Das Erste
• 🇮🇪 Ireland: RTÉ Player (English commentary)
• 🇳🇱 Netherlands: NOS
• 🇵🇾 Paraguay: GEN / Trece
• 🇪🇸 Spain: RTVE
• 🇨🇭 Switzerland: SRF Play / RTS Play / RSI Play
• 🇹🇷 Turkey: TRT

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How to watch Paraguay vs Australia in the US

US viewers can watch Paraguay vs Australia on FS1 and Telemundo (Spanish comms).

You can watch every World Cup game on Fox, FS1 and Telemundo, which are available on cord-cutters like YouTube TV (FREE trial), Hulu+Live TV, Sling (select markets), Fubo or DirecTV.

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UK customers are in luck as they can stream Paraguay vs Australia for free on ITV. Live coverage is on ITV4 and ITVX.

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How to watch Paraguay vs Australia in Australia

Paraguay vs Australia will be shown for free in Australia on SBS On Demand.

The streaming platform has every game of the tournament for free, making it the perfect place for your World Cup viewing.

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Paraguay vs Australia: Match Information

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• Lenovo replaces traditional applications with thousands of downloadable AI functions
• Lenovo AI Host Mini ships with access to over 8000 skills
• Lenovo's proprietary marketplace sits at the centre of the experience

Lenovo has launched a mini PC which replaces much of the traditional software model with downloadable artificial intelligence functions from its own marketplace.

The company says users can access more than 8000 AI Skills instead of relying exclusively on conventional desktop applications and services.

Unlike conventional software stores operated by third parties, those AI functions are distributed through Lenovo's own proprietary marketplace integrated into the Tianxi Claw platform.

A computer built around downloadable AI functions

The AI Host mini can be configured by scanning a QR code with a smartphone before enabling additional functions through the Skills marketplace.

After completing the configuration process, users can deploy AI tools through the Skills system.

Lenovo says the platform arrives with more than 20 preinstalled Skills while allowing access to thousands of additional capabilities afterwards.

Those functions can connect with QQ, WeChat, and Feishu, allowing the system to interact with existing communication platforms and workflows.

This system feels more like an app store for AI services, although whether users prefer buying AI skills over traditional software remains uncertain.

Also, multiple Claw instances can operate simultaneously while supporting access from several users sharing one device.

Compact hardware powers Lenovo's experiment

The Lenovo AI Host Mini supports developer mode and ships with Ubuntu, although support for Windows appears uncertain at this stage.

Under the hood, the device uses the Cixin P1 CD8180, a 6nm Arm processor featuring a 12-core CPU designed for computing tasks.

Developed by China's Cixin Technology, the processor reportedly delivers performance comparable to several older high-end Intel mobile chips.

The chip also incorporates a 10-core GPU based on Arm's Immortalis G720 architecture for handling graphics and visual workloads.

Alongside the graphics hardware sits a dedicated NPU rated at 30 TOPS, contributing to Lenovo's claimed total of 45 TOPS.

Supporting those components are 8GB of LPDDR5 memory operating at 6000MT/s, together with a 256GB SSD for local storage.

Despite carrying dedicated artificial intelligence hardware, the system occupies just 0.48L of space within its compact enclosure.

The chassis measures 100 x 100 x 48.65 mm, weighs approximately 0.373 kg, and can fit easily onto crowded desks.

For connectivity, it includes two USB 3.2 ports, two USB-C ports, HDMI 1.4, DisplayPort 1.4, and integrated 2.5GbE networking.

Lenovo has opened pre-orders in China at 2,999 RMB (about $444), but this device will remain limited to the Chinese market for now.

That said, whether users eventually prefer buying AI capabilities from proprietary marketplaces instead of installing conventional software remains to be seen.

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• Turkey vs USA Kick-Off time: Friday, June 26 | 3am BST / 10pm ET (Thu) / 12pm AEST
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Co-hosts USA will aim to round off a perfect Group D campaign against already-eliminated Turkey at the FIFA World Cup 2026, and you can live stream the game around the world for free.

Mauricio Pochettino's side could hardly have dreamed of a better start to their home World Cup, with a 2-0 win over Australia that clinched top spot in Group D with a game to spare. The USMNT head coach has suggested key figures Folarin Balogun, Tyler Adams, Chris Richards and Antonee Robinson will get a rest, with the quartet all one booking away from a one-game ban. 'Captain America' Christian Pulisic should return after missing the Socceroos win with a calf issue. The US will be keen to maintain their momentum, with Bosnia & Herzegovina almost certain to follow in the last 32.

Of all the 48 teams at this World Cup, Turkey have arguably been the biggest disappointments. A talented side featuring Real Madrid star Arda Guler and Juventus' Kenan Yildiz have failed to score a goal in North America, let alone claim a point, despite taking 62 shots in their opening two matches. After a shock 2-0 defeat by Australia, Vincenzo Montella's men conceded inside two minutes on their way to a 1-0 reverse against Paraguay. Their inferior head-to-head record means they are guaranteed to finish bottom of the group in their first World Cup for 24 years, when they won bronze.

So, read on as we show you exactly how to watch Turkey vs USA for free in the FIFA World Cup 2026.

Turkey vs USA: Team News

USA XI: Turner; McKenzie, M. Robinson, Trusty, Scally; McKennie, Berhalter; Weah, Reyna, Aaronson; Pepi

Turkey XI: Cakir; Elmali, Bardakci, Kabak, Celik; Kokcu, Ozcan; Yildiz, Guler, Aydin; Yilmaz

How to watch Turkey vs USA for free

Turkey vs USA is available to watch for free in multiple countries, including the UK, Australia, Brazil, Belgium, Ireland, Netherlands, Switzerland and Turkey.

• 🇬🇧 UK: ITV (English commentary)
• 🇦🇺 Australia: SBS On Demand (English commentary)
• 🇧🇷 Brazil: CazéTV's YouTube (no account required)
• 🇧🇪 Belgium: RTBF / VRT
• 🇮🇪 Ireland: RTÉ Player (English commentary)
• 🇳🇱 Netherlands: NOS
• 🇨🇭 Switzerland: SRF Play / RTS Play / RSI Play
• 🇹🇷 Turkey: TRT

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US viewers can watch Turkey vs USA on Fox and Telemundo (Spanish comms).

You can watch every World Cup game on Fox, FS1 and Telemundo, which are available on cord-cutters like YouTube TV (FREE trial), Hulu+Live TV, Sling (select markets), Fubo or DirecTV.

Those looking for a streaming service instead can watch Turkey vs USA on Fox One (3-day free trial). Telemundo is available via Peacock as well.

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You require a TV Licence and a valid UK postcode for an account (e.g. SE1 7PB).

Norton VPN can unlock your stream if you're abroad today.

How to watch Turkey vs USA in Australia

Turkey vs USA will be shown for free in Australia on SBS On Demand.

The streaming platform has every game of the tournament for free, making it the perfect place for your World Cup viewing.

Traveling for work or on holiday? A VPN like Norton VPN can help unlock your free stream.

How to watch Turkey vs USA in Canada

In Canada, TSN will be broadcasting Turkey vs USA.

You can live stream via the TSN+ streaming platform, which costs CA$8 per month or CA$80 per year.

Outside the Great White North? Use Norton VPN while you're traveling away from home to unlock your stream.

Turkey vs USA: Match Information

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Quordle was one of the original Wordle alternatives and is still going strong now more than 1,400 games later. It offers a genuine challenge, though, so read on if you need some Quordle hints today – or scroll down further for the answers.

Enjoy playing word games? You can also check out my NYT Connections today and NYT Strands today pages for hints and answers for those puzzles, while Marc's Wordle today column covers the original viral word game.

SPOILER WARNING: Information about Quordle today is below, so don't read on if you don't want to know the answers.

Quordle today (game #1614) - hint #1 - Vowels

* Note that by vowel we mean the five standard vowels (A, E, I, O, U), not Y (which is sometimes counted as a vowel too).

Quordle today (game #1614) - hint #2 - repeated letters

Quordle today (game #1614) - hint #3 - uncommon letters

Quordle today (game #1614) - hint #4 - starting letters (1)

If you just want to know the answers at this stage, simply scroll down. If you're not ready yet then here's one more clue to make things a lot easier:

Quordle today (game #1614) - hint #5 - starting letters (2)

Right, the answers are below, so DO NOT SCROLL ANY FURTHER IF YOU DON'T WANT TO SEE THEM.

Quordle today (game #1614) - the answers

The answers to today's Quordle, game #1614, are…

• JUICE
• ARRAY
• BONEY
• SKIFF

Is Quordle getting harder? It certainly feels like it has in the past couple of weeks.

Today was another tricky game, with the appearance of the rarest of letters, J, five vowels and a very difficult to get word in SKIFF.

Daily Sequence today (game #1614) - the answers

The answers to today's Quordle Daily Sequence, game #1614, are…

• MOODY
• VIRAL
• TOKEN
• DIARY

Quordle answers: The past 20

• Quordle #1613, Thursday, 25 June: SHELF, TAWNY, HYPER, SOLVE
• Quordle #1612, Wednesday, 24 June: SOBER, ECLAT, GOOSE, NINNY
• Quordle #1611, Tuesday, 23 June: ARDOR, DADDY, SERVE, SHEAR
• Quordle #1610, Monday, 22 June: WAXEN, APNEA, CHIME, WAVER
• Quordle #1609, Sunday, 21 June: ABBOT, NOTCH, DREAD, LURID
• Quordle #1608, Saturday, 20 June: SLAIN, TAMER, VIPER, FALSE
• Quordle #1607, Friday, 19 June: ALOUD, POINT, GLOBE, GROIN
• Quordle #1606, Thursday, 18 June: LATCH, BRAWL, STEEL, CRUSH
• Quordle #1605, Wednesday, 17 June: HOIST, PLUSH, GROUP, LEMUR
• Quordle #1604, Tuesday, 16 June: SLAIN, PLUCK, PINTO, SLICE
• Quordle #1603, Monday, 15 June: GAUNT, SNEAK, ROUTE, POKER
• Quordle #1602, Sunday, 14 June: WIMPY, WISPY, VIRAL, NYLON
• Quordle #1601, Saturday, 13 June: DEALT, STEED, BELIE, GULLY
• Quordle #1600, Friday, 12 June: TENTH, SHOAL, JELLY, UNIFY
• Quordle #1599, Thursday, 11 June: GAMMA, SPILL, SALVE, RURAL
• Quordle #1598, Wednesday, 10 June: BELIE, TEACH, GUEST, NOOSE
• Quordle #1597, Tuesday, 9 June: VENOM, UNITE, SHIRT, ANGER
• Quordle #1596, Monday, 8 June: CURSE, DROVE, SNOWY, DEBUG
• Quordle #1595, Sunday, 7 June: QUERY, AXION, LILAC, SWORD

Strands is the NYT's latest word game after the likes of Wordle, Spelling Bee and Connections – and it's great fun. It can be difficult, though, so read on for my Strands hints.

Want more word-based fun? Then check out my NYT Connections today and Quordle today pages for hints and answers for those games, and Marc's Wordle today page for the original viral word game.

SPOILER WARNING: Information about NYT Strands today is below, so don't read on if you don't want to know the answers.

NYT Strands today (game #845) - hint #1 - today's theme

NYT Strands today (game #845) - hint #2 - clue words

Play any of these words to unlock the in-game hints system.

• BEER
• HEAP
• GYRO
• GOAT
• ROAST
• PRIDE

NYT Strands today (game #845) - hint #3 - spangram letters

NYT Strands today (game #845) - hint #4 - spangram position

Right, the answers are below, so DO NOT SCROLL ANY FURTHER IF YOU DON'T WANT TO SEE THEM.

NYT Strands today (game #845) - the answers

The answers to today's Strands, game #845, are…

• PASS
• HORNS
• THREE
• BROTHERS
• TROLL
• BRIDGE
• SPANGRAM: BILLYGOATSGRUFF

• My rating: Hard
• My score: 2 hints

Today I had to resist the temptation to go in search of things I might “gobble” up, like pizza, peanuts or chocolate (this was after spotting “beer” and “gyro”).

I tried to recall the children’s story that featured the phrase “I’ll gobble you up!” but completely failed due to the fact that virtually all of them do.

It is of course BILLYGOATSGRUFF, as I discovered after two hints gave me PASS and HORNS; a typically horrific tale where the phrase “I’ll gobble you up” is followed by “and put your bones in a sack!” Sleep well, kids!

Yesterday's NYT Strands answers (Thursday, June 25, game #844)

• FACIAL
• AROMATHERAPY
• ACUPUNCTURE
• MASSAGE
• SPANGRAM: SPATREATMENT

Good morning! Let's play Connections, the NYT's clever word game that challenges you to group answers in various categories. It can be tough, so read on if you need Connections hints.

What should you do once you've finished? Why, play some more word games of course. I've also got daily Strands hints and answers and Quordle hints and answers articles if you need help for those too, while Marc's Wordle today page covers the original viral word game.

SPOILER WARNING: Information about NYT Connections today is below, so don't read on if you don't want to know the answers.

NYT Connections today (game #1111) - today's words

Today's NYT Connections words are…

• TANG
• CHIP
• BOARD
• PINKY
• DALE
• REDO
• SPLINTER
• NUT
• HOLLOW
• TREE
• GORGE
• BRONZER
• CRACKER
• DELL
• LOG
• PRETZEL

NYT Connections today (game #1111) - hint #1 - group hints

What are some clues for today's NYT Connections groups?

• YELLOW: Food with mouth appeal
• GREEN: Timber
• BLUE: Earthy
• PURPLE: Added shade

Need more clues?

We're firmly in spoiler territory now, but read on if you want to know what the four theme answers are for today's NYT Connections puzzles…

NYT Connections today (game #1111) - hint #2 - group answers

What are the answers for today's NYT Connections groups?

• YELLOW: CRUNCHY SNACK ITEM 
• GREEN: VARIOUS AMOUNTS OF WOOD
• BLUE: AREAS OF LOW GROUND
• PURPLE: COLORS PLUS A LETTER

Right, the answers are below, so DO NOT SCROLL ANY FURTHER IF YOU DON'T WANT TO SEE THEM.

NYT Connections today (game #1111) - the answers

The answers to today's Connections, game #1111, are…

• YELLOW: CRUNCHY SNACK ITEM CHIP, CRACKER, NUT, PRETZEL
• GREEN: VARIOUS AMOUNTS OF WOOD BOARD, LOG, SPLINTER, TREE
• BLUE: AREAS OF LOW GROUND DALE, DELL, GORGE, HOLLOW
• PURPLE: COLORS PLUS A LETTER BRONZER, PINKY, REDO, TANG

• My rating: Easy
• My score: Perfect

I was proud of myself on two counts today. Firstly, in managing to get a purple first and secondly, in managing to resist submitting the four CRUNCHY SNACK ITEMs ahead of the more risky collection of COLORS PLUS A LETTER.

Although I was confident of a connection between REDO and PINKY, BRONZER and TANG felt like a risk — but the gamble paid off.

With eight tiles left, the remainder were easy to split apart and I went with four tiles which I thought described parts of a woodland, rather than AREAS OF LOW GROUND.

Yesterday's NYT Connections answers (Thursday, June 25, game #1110)

• YELLOW: COMPUTER PERIPHERALS MICROPHONE, MONITOR, PRINTER, TRACKPAD
• GREEN: TIGHTLY PACKED COMPACT, COMPRESSED, DENSE, SQUASHED
• BLUE: HAZARDOUS ELEMENTAL METALS FRANCIUM, LEAD, MERCURY, POLONIUM
• PURPLE: STARTING WITH BIRD HOMOPHONES CRANIUM, CROQUETTE, DUCTILE, HOCKEY

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The $510 saving is significant, but the more compelling argument is what you’re getting: AMD’s Ryzen 7 9800X3D paired with an RTX 5070 is arguably the best CPU-GPU pairing for an all-around high-performance desktop.

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The Ryzen 7 9800X3D is the headline spec here, and it earns that billing. Built on AMD’s Zen 5 architecture and equipped with 96MB of stacked 3D V-Cache, it consistently tops multi-threaded benchmark charts and delivers the kind of sustained performance that creators, developers, and heavy multitaskers notice immediately.

The 3D V-Cache technology — a stack of additional cache sitting directly on the processor die — dramatically reduces the latency involved in fetching data from system memory, which is where the Zen 5 generation makes its most significant generational leap over Zen 4. At 4.7GHz base and 5.2GHz boost, it’s also among the most efficient high-core-count desktop chips available.

The RTX 5070’s 12GB of GDDR7 memory operates at a significantly higher bandwidth than the GDDR6X memory found in last-generation midrange cards, and the Blackwell architecture brings meaningful improvements in ray tracing performance and AI-accelerated workloads, alongside the expected DLSS 4 Multi Frame Generation support. For creators using DaVinci Resolve, Blender, or Adobe Premiere, the combination of the 9800X3D’s multi-threaded CPU performance and the RTX 5070’s GPU compute is a genuinely capable production workstation, not just a desktop built around a single use case.

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