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Adobe Premiere video editor launches on Android with free core tools
Adobe Premiere has launched on Android, more than a year after its iOS debut, giving Android users free access to core mobile video-editing tools. The release matters because users can edit and export professional-looking videos without paying, whilst Adobe’s generative AI functions remain optional paid extras. The app supports splitting, trimming, cropping and merging clips,…
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Sonos Beam Ultra brings stronger Atmos sound at a steep price
The Sonos Beam Ultra is a wider, more powerful soundbar that delivers genuine Dolby Atmos through two upward-firing speakers, bringing it closer to the company’s high-end Arc range than the previous Beam. Its richer sound, deeper bass and stronger surround effects make it appealing to home cinema enthusiasts, but the $699 price is a significant…
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Repurpose an ageing computer as a home media server
An old laptop or desktop can be repurposed into a private media server, allowing users to stream legally obtained films, music and other files across devices in their home. The article says software such as Plex and Jellyfin makes the process accessible to beginners, while more experienced users can customise Linux-based systems and network setups.…
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XPENG says Iron humanoid robot left production line autonomously
XPENG says its Iron humanoid robot autonomously walked off a newly operational production line after assembly, marking progress towards mass production by the end of 2026. The demonstration is symbolically significant, but it does not yet prove that Iron can operate reliably through a full working day or handle unpredictable human interactions. The company says…
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How electric toothbrushes became a £361m market amid Britain’s dental crisis
The electric toothbrush market has evolved dramatically over six decades, with luxury models now costing up to £600, particularly following Dyson’s entry with a £419.99 camera-equipped device. This expansion reflects growing public interest in oral health, partly driven by emerging evidence linking gum disease to serious conditions including diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and Alzheimer’s. Premium toothbrushes…
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Unplugging PCs during outages helps prevent surge and component damage
Unplugging a PC during a power outage can protect it from voltage fluctuations and surges, particularly when electricity is restored. Remaining connected to household wiring leaves sensitive components such as the motherboard, RAM and SSD exposed, even if the computer is switched off; running systems may also suffer data corruption or hard-drive damage from an…
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Noisy laptop fans usually signal heavy workloads or heat buildup
Loud laptop fans are usually a normal response to heavy workloads, particularly demanding games, video rendering or other tasks that make the CPU and GPU generate substantial heat. The fans spin faster to prevent overheating, so although the noise can be distracting, it generally indicates that the cooling system is working properly rather than that…
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These drones could cover up to 98 percent of the world’s oceans by 2028
France has successfully developed prototype deep-sea drones capable of descending to 6,000 metres, filling a critical gap in global ocean monitoring. This matters because the existing Argo Program floats only reach 2,000–4,000 metres, missing 10 per cent of ocean warming that occurs in deeper waters—an increasingly urgent blind spot as climate change alters ocean conditions.…
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ChromeOS Flex extends the life of older Windows PCs for free
Windows 10 reached end-of-life in October 2025, leaving users with ageing computers that no longer receive security updates. However, losing software support does not automatically render hardware obsolete. Google’s ChromeOS Flex offers a free alternative that allows users to install Chrome OS on existing hardware, delivering a lightweight operating system that runs more efficiently than…
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Wired keyboards retain an edge when every millisecond matters
Wired keyboards generally deliver more consistent low-latency performance than Bluetooth models, making them preferable for competitive gaming and other timing-sensitive tasks. For ordinary typing, office work and less reaction-dependent games, Bluetooth’s convenience usually outweighs its performance limitations. Keyboard responsiveness also depends on actuation speed, debounce rate and polling rate, although modern keyboards have largely addressed…