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Global smartphone sales fall by six percent amid memory cost crisis
Global smartphone sales fell six per cent year on year to 272 million units in the second quarter of 2026, according to Omdia, as rising memory prices and supply-chain disruption worsen an already weak market. The decline particularly affects lower-cost manufacturers and could lead to sharper price rises for budget handsets, while better-resourced firms appear…
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Expensive phone cases: When and why it’s worth paying more
As smartphones become more expensive and central to daily life, a protective case can be worthwhile insurance against damage and data loss. The article argues that paying more is justified only when it buys genuinely protective construction, useful features or more sustainable materials, rather than simply a premium appearance. Effective cases generally use flexible, impact-absorbing…
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Lumines Remastered officially gets a surprise release on iOS and Android
Lumines Remastered has been released unexpectedly for iOS and Android, marking the cult puzzle series’ first mobile return in a decade. The 2018 remaster of the original PSP title is free to try, with the full game available for £7.99, bringing its music-driven block-matching gameplay to modern phones. The port, developed by Sound Games with…
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Google Voice paid subscriptions offer more than just a phone number
Google Voice’s paid subscriptions add business-focused calling, support and AI tools to the free virtual-number service. The article argues that the free Basic plan will suit many personal users, freelancers and sole traders, while paid options may be worthwhile for businesses with more complex calling needs or multiple staff. Basic provides one number, unlimited domestic…
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Microsoft’s latest Surface Laptop is hundreds off at Best Buy
The article highlights several discounted technology and gaming products, led by a substantial Best Buy offer on Microsoft’s latest 13.8-inch Surface Laptop. The deals matter because they include higher-specification laptops and storage accessories at lower prices during a period of rising memory costs. – Microsoft’s 16GB RAM/512GB SSD Surface Laptop with Snapdragon X2 Plus is…
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Crackdown on claims companies sending spam car finance texts
The Information Commissioner’s Office has raided homes and businesses linked to five companies suspected of sending nuisance texts about motor finance compensation claims. The action reflects regulators’ efforts to curb aggressive marketing around a potentially multibillion-pound mis-selling scandal, while warning consumers that they need not use paid claims firms. Officials seized laptops, phones and documents…
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How to use screen mirroring on Roku with your Android phone
Roku devices can mirror the screen of compatible Android phones, allowing users to display local media, photos, presentations and video calls on a television. The feature matters because it extends Roku beyond streaming apps, although it depends on both devices supporting the Miracast wireless-display standard. Users should set Roku’s screen-mirroring mode to ‘Always Allow’ or…
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Maingear expands Zero cable-free gaming PCs with RTX 50 GPUs
Maingear has expanded its Zero range of hidden-cable pre-built gaming PCs with Nvidia RTX 50-series graphics cards and updated Intel and AMD processors. The systems aim to offer high-end gaming performance with a cleaner internal appearance, routing most cables behind the motherboard rather than leaving them visible inside the case. The range uses Maingear’s rear-connector…
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The Asus ROG NUC is a Steam Machine for the big kids, with their big wallets
The Asus ROG NUC is presented as a compact but powerful gaming PC that can function much like a premium Steam Machine for a living-room setup. The review finds its small size, strong performance and comparatively accessible internals appealing, but argues that its high price limits its appeal to buyers with substantial budgets. The system…
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TCL Tab A1 Plus Review (2026): Cheap Tablet That Doesn’t Feel It
WIRED rates the TCL Tab A1 Plus 7/10, describing it as a budget tablet that feels more premium than its price suggests. Its main strengths are a high-quality, fast display, a slim aluminium body and useful software features, making it a strong option for media, reading and light productivity rather than demanding work. The tablet…