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Best Wireless Chargers (2026): My Picks After Testing 100+
After testing more than 100 models, WIRED recommends wireless chargers across several categories, emphasising convenience over wired charging for overnight use. The guide matters because charger quality, speed, compatibility and included accessories vary widely despite the technology’s long availability. – Nomad Stand One (4th Gen, Qi2 25W): best stand; charges compatible phones at up to…
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The 4 Best Planners of 2026: Roterunner, Hobonichi, Cloth & Paper
WIRED recommends four paper planners for 2026, favouring formats that are flexible, spacious or customisable. The guide argues that undated and adaptable planners can make organisation easier by reducing wasted pages and allowing users to begin at any point in the year. – Roterunner Purpose Planner: best weekly option; an undated six-month planner with monthly…
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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra review: The ultra foldable with an ultra price
Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra is presented as a refined rather than revolutionary foldable, with most of the traditional compromises of the form factor now largely removed. It is thinner, flatter and more practical when folded than earlier models, while retaining a tablet-sized internal display; however, its £2,100-equivalent starting price remains its biggest drawback…
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Halo: Campaign Evolved studio outlines five key updates that’ll drop with next week’s big patch
Halo: Campaign Evolved will receive a major patch between 17 and 21 August, addressing several player-reported issues since launch. The update is significant because it aims to prevent mission progression being blocked, improve combat behaviour and add requested visual settings, while also improving stability across platforms. The five headline changes improve Sgt. Johnson’s AI, make…
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Best Pixel 10 Cases and Accessories (2026): Mous, dbrand, Bellroy
WIRED recommends cases and accessories to protect Google’s Pixel 10 range, highlighting options with magnetic Qi2 support for charging and attachments. – Mous Limitless Case: best overall, priced at $80. – dbrand Ghost Case 2.0: best clear case, listed at $50. – Bellroy Leather Case: best leather option, priced at $55. – Spigen Rugged Armor…
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Best Computer Monitors (2026): The Home Office Upgrade You Need
WIRED recommends the Dell 27 Plus 4K Monitor as the best all-round home-office display, arguing that a good monitor can materially improve daily work through sharper resolution, stronger image quality and more useful connectivity. The guide matters because it distinguishes between affordable upgrades and premium workstation displays, depending on users’ needs and equipment. The 27-inch…
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Netflix closes Oxenfree developer Night School Studio
Netflix has closed Night School Studio, creator of the Oxenfree games, and the smaller Moonloot studio as part of changes to its games division. The decision ends the work of a well-regarded narrative-game developer despite Netflix having recently described Night School’s latest title as a successful cloud-gaming launch. Netflix said it is narrowing its focus…
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Burnham hails importance of local businesses as he issues update on support plans
Andy Burnham said the Government will consult small businesses on longer-term support, as he continued a summer tour in Devon. The initiative is intended to strengthen relations with local firms and support jobs and growth, particularly in hospitality and high-street businesses. The Government has announced 20% business-rates relief for pubs, clubs and live-music venues, alongside…
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Total War: Warhammer 3 is getting a big free vampiric update in September, alongside the epithet-stuffed Lords of the End Times DLC
Creative Assembly will release Lords of the End Times, described as Total War: Warhammer 3’s largest DLC to date, on 24 September. It will arrive alongside a substantial free update, expanding the strategy game’s roster and revising several existing factions and systems. The DLC adds four Legendary Lords: Nagash, Thanquol, Boris Todbringer and the Glottkin,…
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Sheffield Council chiefs give gloomy update on Rivelin splash park
It has been closed during one of the hottest weeks of the year