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Samsung may start charging for Galaxy AI
If you want to access all the AI features on Samsung phones and tablets, you might need to get your wallet out next year
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Air fryers are even better with this meat thermometer hack. Here's why
It's easy to cook prepared food in your air fryer. But if you want to level up your steak, lamb and chicken game, a smart meat probe is the answer
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I made big savings with a vacuum cleaner repair – and so could you
When my vacuum cleaner died, my first thought was to buy a new replacement right away. But there was a better option
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The Oral-B iO Series 2 is available to pre-order in the UK
Oral-B's iO2 – its most budget-friendly iO electric toothbrush – is out in the US and available to pre-order in the UK. But here's why you might want to wait
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Google's new Nest thermostat is US only – at this stage, at least
The 4th Gen thermostat has the potential to be the smartest available, with inbuilt motion detection, a remote sensor and AI suggestions
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Shark’s new PowerDetect robot vacuum has a monster feature
The first of Shark's new PowerDetect line of robot vacuums is available to buy. And it has some top-of-the-line features for a mid-range price
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Withings' BeamO: How to be the first to get your hands on one
Withings' brand-new BeamO is a thermometer that can also measure heart and lung health. UK and EU customers will be able to get one soon
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Ninja’s Double Stack XL air fryer oven has a couple of tricks up its sleeve
Ninja's latest air fryer oven is now available to buy in the US, and it has some unique features. Here's why you might want to invest in one
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Should you buy an electric blanket? Here's what you need to know
Electric blankets are the cheapest way to stay warm: they're not pricey and they cost 1-2p an hour to run. Here's what you need to know before buying
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LG's air purifier cat bed is totally ridiculous, but I kinda love it
A special version of the LG PuriCare Air Purifier is just as unbelievable as it sounds, but after seeing it at IFA, I find it strangely compelling
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Tech Advisor’s Best of IFA 2024 Awards
We roved the giant halls of IFA Berlin 2024 to find the very best new tech that you need to know about. Here are our 16 favourite gadgets from the show
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Tado X is future-proofed smart heating – but there’s a catch
Tado has announced a new range of smart home devices, Tado X, which are Matter-compatible and easy to use. But will they save you money?
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The 5 essential gadgets you need for your room at university
Getting ready for university? We've rounded up the essential small appliances and devices to bring along with you – and found the best, budget-friendly options to buy
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LG’s "empathetic" AI wants to control your smart home
LG's ThinQ ON AI hub has the potential to simply and easily unite all of your smart home devices – but what's the catch?
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NFL fans can roll their own multi-game streams on YouTube
The new interface will let fans watch any combination of up to four simultaneous games.
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Can you take an air fryer to university?
You might want to take an air fryer to your halls or dorm. But is it a good idea – and will you be allowed?
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Dyson’s Airwrap ID: app-connected for customised hair styling
The Airwrap ID is coming, and it has upgrades: three brand-new attachments and app-connected features to customise styling
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Google TV Streamer is missing a trick
The replacement for the Chromecast line has an interesting design, but doesn't have the added-value feature I was expecting
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New Google TV Streamer reimagines the Chromecast to rival Apple
Ahead of its Pixel event, Google has announced a brand-new streaming set-top box that is available to pre-order from today
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I vacuum my mattress regularly. After reading this, you mite too
Thousands, if not millions, of dust mites are likely to be sharing your bed with you. Here's how to get rid of them
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I switched to air fryer cooking for a month: 6 things I learned
One month. No oven. Only air fryer use, all the time. Here's what I learned and why it's changed the way I cook
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Smeg launches the best-looking air fryer we've seen
Smeg's countertop 10-in-1 multifunction oven is an air fryer that roasts, steams and grills, and looks good while doing so. It goes on sale in the UK today
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Should you buy an air fryer?
If you haven't yet jumped on the air fryer bandwagon, here's what they do and why you might want to buy one
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What is an eSIM and can you get one on your phone?
Some smartphones have the option for an eSIM, while others have removed the physical port altogether. Here's what this means for you
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The viral TikTok air fryer, the Wonder Oven, has made it to the UK
The influencers' choice of air fryer, the Wonder Oven, is a 12L air fryer oven that can bake, toast, roast, grill and more. And now you can buy it in the UK
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My favourite piece of tech from the last few years is an alarm clock
For all the exciting gadgets I've tested in recent years, none come close to a bedside clock in terms of positive impact on my life
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I walked into a giant air fryer and came out with some new cooking tips
If you’re only using your air fryer to cook beige frozen food, you’re missing a trick, as these Double Stack recipes show
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Ninja Double Stack: How much space will it actually save you?
If you're considering buying the Ninja Double Stack, it's probably to save counter space. But how much smaller is it than a regular Ninja dual-drawer?
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Is WLAN the same as Wi-Fi? We explain the difference
We often use WLAN and Wi-Fi as synonyms but are these networking terms really the same thing?
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I tested Dyson’s WashG1 and for me, there’s one clear problem
Dyson's first dedicated wet floor cleaner is now available to buy. I tested it and liked it a lot – except for one little issue. Here's everything you need to know
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Dyson’s Supersonic Nural is now out. Here's why you might want one
Dyson's latest hair care tool, the Supersonic Nural, is out. But why is it better than the Supersonic, where can you buy it and what does it cost?
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I tested Dyson's AR CleanTrace and I was hooked
What's it like to use augmented reality to make vacuuming more interesting? I tested Dyson's CleanTrace and here's what I thought
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Five pros and three cons of using an eSIM on your phone
Should you ditch a physical SIM card for eSIM? Here are the main advantages and disadvantages to help you decide
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Sky Q vs Glass vs Stream vs Now
You can get Sky TV via a traditional set-top box, a 4K TV, a streaming stick and more – here's the lowdown on all the plans to determine which is best
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Samsung’s AI fridge knows what you’re having for dinner
Samsung has unveiled the AI Family Hub Fridge Freezer as part of its new Bespoke AI appliances line. Here's what it can do
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Dyson's V15s Detect Submarine is now available in the UK
Dyson's first wet and dry vacuum, the V15s Detect Submarine, is on sale in the UK. Here's what it'll cost and what it does
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Ninja’s Double Stack air fryer will end your kitchen space crisis
Ninja's Double Stack has two cooking drawers but it'll only take up half the kitchen counter space of a large air fryer – and cook twice as much
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Which type of air fryer is right for you?
There are plenty of different styles of air fryers, with different features. We break down the most popular options and suggest the best models available
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Are generic electric toothbrush heads worth it? We put them to the test
Branded electric toothbrush heads are pricey. Should you buy knockoff, non-brand ones instead? We test Oral-B iO compatible heads and give our verdict
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Can you make air fryer pancakes? We test out the TikTok hack
Is it easier to make pancakes in an air fryer than in a pan? We test out the TikTok air fryer pancake hack
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Dyson’s pipe-like Supersonic r hair dryer is probably not for you
Dyson has unveiled a new hair dryer, the Supersonic r. But sadly for Dyson fans, you probably can't buy one
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Which Withings smart scale to buy: Body Smart, Comp or Scan?
If you're mulling over which Withings smart scale to buy, we've got the lowdown on models in the new range so you can easily compare and choose
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The Ultion Nuki Plus is now Matter friendly
A Matter-friendly version of the Ultion Nuki Plus, the smart lock built for British doors, is available – and Nuki owners may be able to upgrade for less
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The Best of CES 2024 Awards
The gadgets and gizmos we're most excited about from the Consumer Electronics Show this year
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This unlikely tech launch was predicted in a 25-year-old sci-fi film
The Nimble Device is one of CES's oddest launches. But, thanks to our extensive film sci-fi watching, we've seen something very similar before
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Should you buy the new Styler? LG has upgraded its steam closet
LG has announced a new model of its Styler steam closet, with fresh features and upgraded systems. We break down what’s new and if it’s worth buying
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LG TVs will now last longer for one key reason
If you have an LG TV from 2022 – or are planning on buying a new one – then you've got a long promise of software updates and feature drops
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LG's 2024 OLED TVs go all in on AI
The latest α11 AI processor opens up new possibilities for LG's latest OLED tellies at CES 2024
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Now there's a native Apple TV app for NordVPN
NordVPN joins ExpressVPN and releases an app for Apple TV owners
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