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Smart rings are looking like my kind of AI gadget
David Pierce, editor-at-large at The Verge, argues that smart rings could become the standout AI gadget, outshining rivals like smart glasses and AI pins, thanks to advances in dictation technology that let users speak to their devices with remarkable accuracy. He was particularly struck by a demo of Sandbar’s forthcoming Stream ring, which uses a…
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I put the Razer Blade 18 against the fastest gaming laptop I’ve tested, and the top dog nearly folded
GamesRadar+ hardware writer Aleksha McLoughlin pitted the Razer Blade 18, a large-screen gaming laptop, against what they describe as the fastest gaming laptop they have personally tested, finding that the newcomer pushed the previous benchmark leader close to its limits. The comparison matters for anyone weighing up premium 18-inch gaming laptops, as it suggests Razer’s…
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2027 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Electric first drive: A long-range triumph with a few cabin quirks
Mercedes-Benz’s new electric C-Class has arrived, entering a soft market for both EVs and sedans in the US, but Engadget’s first drive found it a marked improvement on the brand’s earlier electric efforts, particularly on range. The C 400 4Matic offers dual-motor all-wheel drive with more power than the current petrol AMG C43, marking a…
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What’s the difference between USB 3.0 & 2.0 and which should you use?
USB 2.0 and USB 3.0 ports look almost identical but differ significantly in speed and capability, which matters for anyone deciding where to plug in peripherals like external drives or webcams. Using the wrong port won’t stop a device working, thanks to backwards compatibility, but it can noticeably limit performance, particularly for faster devices such…
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Best wireless headphones for 2026
Engadget has published its 2026 guide to the best wireless over-ear headphones, based on hands-on testing across price ranges and use cases. The guide is aimed at readers seeking comfort and immersive sound rather than portability, distinguishing this category from the outlet’s separate guides to earbuds, gaming headsets and budget options. The top overall pick…
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Is your iPhone stuck in SOS mode? Here’s how to fix it
Apple’s support resources outline what to do when an iPhone displays the “SOS” or “SOS only” symbol, indicating limited connectivity that restricts users to emergency calls rather than normal cellular service. This matters because the symbol can appear unexpectedly, even outside remote or off-grid areas, leaving users unable to make regular calls or send texts…
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Pupils in first borough to ban smartphones in schools are happier and better behaved say heads
Head teachers in the first London borough to introduce a ban on smartphones in schools have reported that pupils are happier and better behaved as a result. The move reflects growing concern among educators and parents about the impact of smartphone and social media use on children’s mental health, attention spans and classroom conduct, and…
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Another Far Cry game is in the works
Ubisoft has greenlit a new instalment in the Far Cry franchise, currently in development at its Vantage Studios subsidiary, while cancelling a separate Far Cry title that had reportedly been in the works as an extraction shooter. The move, first reported by Insider Gaming, comes as Ubisoft has yet to formally announce Far Cry 7,…
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Framework Laptop 13 Pro review: Much better battery, much worse price
Framework has released the Laptop 13 Pro, a significant redesign of its modular, repairable laptop that finally addresses the biggest weakness of earlier models: poor battery life. Unlike previous refreshes, which made only minor tweaks, the Pro version overhauls the bottom case, keyboard, trackpad and battery, breaking compatibility with some older parts while retaining others,…
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This is my new favorite laptop, but thanks to RAMageddon it already went up in price by $800
The Verge’s review praises the new Framework Laptop 13 Pro as an outstanding modular laptop, but notes its reviewed configuration jumped in price by $800 due to sharp rises in memory costs, dubbed “RAMageddon” in the tech industry. The laptop retains Framework’s signature repairability and customisable ports while significantly improving on the standard Laptop 13,…