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Fujifilm Instax Mini Evo Cinema review: the retro instant camera for the digital generation
The Fujifilm Instax Mini Evo Cinema is an instant camera / super-8-style video camera mash up, with over 100 looks inspired from the last 100 years of image making. It really is something
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The RIP review: new Netflix movie from Ben Affleck and Matt Damon isn't strapped for cash, but is for originality
The popular actors' new crime thriller is a fairly enjoyable, albeit forgettable, film designed specifically for the Netflix generation.
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Hori Adventure Pack for Nintendo Switch 2 review: a great cross-body case
The Hori Adventure Pack may not be the most stylish case I’ve tested, but its versatile, convenient model that’s well worth considering.
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Motorola Moto G06 Power review: you get what you give with this cheap phone
I tested an incredibly cheap Motorola phone, and in spite of some serious limitations, it still offers solid bang for your buck.
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Sony FE 100mm f/2.8 Macro GM OSS review: a flawless, premium lens for macro fans
The Sony FE 100mm f/2.8 Macro GM OSS is the update to its 10-year-old predecessor, and it's the lens Sony macro lovers have been dreaming of.
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Agatha Christie's Seven Dials review: Netflix doesn't make a weak crime story any better
As a former Agatha Christie-obsessed teenager, it breaks my heart to report that Seven Dials on Netflix is a criminal adaptation of a master at work.
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Kodak Charmera review: the viral keychain digital camera is so bad, that I actually love it
Kodak, the prominent producer of cheap compact cameras, goes even smaller and cheaper with the Charmera keychain camera
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Samsung Galaxy S26 leak shows no sign of the Pro or Edge models
It looks as though Samsung is going to stick with its traditional approach when it comes to its 2026 flagship phones.
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More than messages! Here are 7 hidden features that make Apple Messages an essential app
Send money, doodles, safety check-ins, and much more
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Best of both: the LG Wing is the phone I wish I'd tried before phone design became boring
Since LG closed its mobile business, the LG Wing has been the coolest phone you can’t buy
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iPhone 18 rumor roundup: all the biggest rumors rated
There are already loads of rumors about the iPhone 18 series, but some sound a lot more likely than others.
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iPhone 7, Galaxy S7 Edge, and the very first Google Pixel — these are the phones we were using in 2016
The web is alive with the sound of 2016 nostalgia – let’s take a look back at the best phones of our favorite era.
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Silicon-carbon is just the start: these battery technologies could make your phone last even longer
There are loads of exciting battery technologies under development, and one day some of them could make their way to phones.
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What is the oldest phone you can still use in 2026?
From iPhone to Galaxy to Google Pixel, these are the oldest phones you can still use day-to-day.
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Laptops & Computing
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NYT Wordle today — answer and my hints for game #1673, Saturday, January 17
Looking for Wordle hints? I can help. Plus get the answers to Wordle today and yesterday.
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Some top-end SSDs are now literally worth more than their weight in gold
Is a high-end SSD worth more than its weight in gold? Yes, in some cases, as storage prices follow in the footsteps of RAM.
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X was down – here's what happened in the latest outage
X was down for many users today – here's how its latest outage played out.
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Nvidia could drop GPU production by up to 20%, rumor claims
Nvidia won't have any new GPUs for 2026, rumor claims – and with an up to 20% drop in production, this year could be a troubled one.
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The best all-in-one computer in 2026
Looking for the best all-in-one computers in 2026? We're here to bring you only the top picks.
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Quordle hints and answers for Saturday, January 17 (game #1454)
Looking for Quordle clues? We can help. Plus get the answers to Quordle today and past solutions.
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NYT Strands hints and answers for Saturday, January 17 (game #685)
Looking for NYT Strands answers and hints? Here's all you need to know to solve today's game, including the spangram.
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Apple
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ICYMI: the week's 7 biggest tech stories like Apple losing to Google, and Meta giving up on VR
The biggest tech news stories from Meta, Amazon, Apple, and more for January 17, 2026.
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iPhone 18 rumor roundup: all the biggest rumors rated
There are already loads of rumors about the iPhone 18 series, but some sound a lot more likely than others.
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iPhone 7, Galaxy S7 Edge, and the very first Google Pixel — these are the phones we were using in 2016
The web is alive with the sound of 2016 nostalgia – let’s take a look back at the best phones of our favorite era.
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The best all-in-one computer in 2026
Looking for the best all-in-one computers in 2026? We're here to bring you only the top picks.
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New movies: the most exciting films coming to theaters in January 2026
New movies are going to arrive weekly throughout 2026 – these are the biggest ones to look out for.
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Streaming
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Spartacus: House of Ashur episode 8 release date and time on Starz
The Brothers Ferox have been all but eliminated thanks to Korris, but that can't be the end of the story. So, when is Spartacus: House of Ashur released on Starz?
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Can't wait for Celebrity Traitors UK season 2? The cast of Agatha Christie's Seven Dials on Netflix is '100%' game to compete — but think it would be 'the worst two weeks of our life'
We've got The Traitors UK season 4 and Agatha Christie's Seven Dials on the go at once this week – but two of the Netflix cast would 'love' to appear on Celebrity Traitors UK season 2.
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‘People love the unexpected’ — Disney on the Lego Star Wars Smart Play launch
TechRadar caught up with Divya Dalal, VP of Global Hardlines at Disney Consumer Products, to discuss 25 years of Lego Star Wars and the launch of Smart Play.
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Apple TV subscription cost – plans, deals and price vs rivals like Netflix and more
Here's everything you need to know about the cost of Apple TV.
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Netflix co-CEO hits back over Warner Bros. movie release window changes rumor
Netflix's co-chief has clarified its stance on the theatre going experience amid its potential buyout of Warner Bros.
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TVs
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Goodbye cheap OLED TVs — RGB mini-LED and wallpaper OLEDs will be your doom
At CES 2026, it was clear that OLED TV makers are shifting focus to higher-end, design-forward models. Meanwhile, RGB mini-LED is coming to smaller screen sizes to challenge OLED's dominance
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Samsung built a stunning micro-LED TV where the bezel is also a screen
Samsung's 140-inch next-gen TV shows how micro-LED can create very cool new design opportunities
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Pink Floyd: Live at Pompeii is coming to 4K Blu-ray in Dolby Atmos at last
Pink Floyd's classic concert is coming to 4K Blu-ray for the first time
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CES 2026
Robovac brand Dreame has expanded its remit to 'literally anything'
From action cameras to TVs to coffee machines to smart rings, Dreame has it covered
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OLED-beating NanoLED TVs could come in 2029, says a big company in the game
QD-EL works like OLED, but could be brighter and more efficient – and it may not be a pip-dream any more
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Samsung S95H - here's everything we know about the 2026 flagship OLED
Everything we know about the Samsung S95H, the 2026 flagship OLED TV that Samsung revealed at CES.
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The best gaming TV for all budgets, all real-world tested by our experts
Our guide to finding the best gaming TV for your PS5, Xbox Series X, PC or even last-gen console that will suit all budgets.
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Audio
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IKEA's $10 speaker reminded me of my first Bluetooth audio love
Remember the Jawbone Jambox? It was an iconic Bluetooth speaker 15 years ago, and probably influenced many of the modern portable speakers, like IKEA's Kallsup.
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This dictaphone-style music player would be my perfect commuting companion
This brilliant Bluetooth concept looks like something from ’70s sci-fi
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Our top budget wired headphones maker unveils stunning new mid-range cans
Austrian Audio fills the gap between its affordable and audiophile models
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The best headphones you can buy today, all tested by our experts
Here’s our pick of the best headphones you can buy today with top cans to suit your style and your budget.
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Roland's cheap new Bluetooth speaker is for performing as well as chilling
The Roland Cube Street Mini looks like the perfect portable PA for street musicians and smaller spaces
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OpenAI is developing an AI wearable with a strange twist, new leak claims
OpenAI’s next wearable looks like Apple’s AirPods and will give you constant access to ChatGPT.
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As Bandcamp posts a short, two-point policy banning AI music on its site, I wonder why it's so hard for Spotify…
Bandcamp just showed Spotify how it's done, banning 'any use of AI tools to impersonate other artists or styles'
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Health & Fitness
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CES 2026
Robovac brand Dreame has expanded its remit to 'literally anything'
From action cameras to TVs to coffee machines to smart rings, Dreame has it covered
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Google could bring new 'forgotten device' feature to Pixel Watch ecosystem
Pixel Watches might soon alert you if you've left your phone behind, and vice versa, incorporating a feature Apple Watches have had for years.
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Buying Guide
The best swimming headphones 2026: Top waterproof bone conduction headphones
Listen to your favorite tunes as you swim with the best swimming headphones and earbuds.
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Cameras
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CES 2026
Robovac brand Dreame has expanded its remit to 'literally anything'
From action cameras to TVs to coffee machines to smart rings, Dreame has it covered
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Fujifilm Instax Mini Evo Cinema review: the retro instant camera for the digital generation
The Fujifilm Instax Mini Evo Cinema is an instant camera / super-8-style video camera mash up, with over 100 looks inspired from the last 100 years of image making. It really is something
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Sony FE 100mm f/2.8 Macro GM OSS review: a flawless, premium lens for macro fans
The Sony FE 100mm f/2.8 Macro GM OSS is the update to its 10-year-old predecessor, and it's the lens Sony macro lovers have been dreaming of.
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The best bird feeder cameras we've tested for birdwatching at home
If you want to see which feathered friends are visiting your garden, we've reviewed the best bird feeder cameras for you
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Home
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CES 2026
Robovac brand Dreame has expanded its remit to 'literally anything'
From action cameras to TVs to coffee machines to smart rings, Dreame has it covered
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This hidden vacuum feature could change the way you clean your home
As a vacuum tester, this is the feature I always look for – and your vacuum probably already has it.
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Ceramic heater vs fan heater: which is better?
We break down the key differences between these two popular portable heater types, to help you choose the right one for your home.
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This £40 gadget could be the key to better air quality in your home
The Levoit Core Mini Air Purifier is now available for under £40 at Amazon – that's even cheaper than the price we saw during Black Friday.
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Buying guides
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The best all-in-one computer in 2026
Looking for the best all-in-one computers in 2026? We're here to bring you only the top picks.
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The best headphones you can buy today, all tested by our experts
Here’s our pick of the best headphones you can buy today with top cans to suit your style and your budget.
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The 8 best ecommerce platforms of 2026
We list the best ecommerce platforms, helping you find the best solution to get selling online.
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The best bird feeder cameras we've tested for birdwatching at home
If you want to see which feathered friends are visiting your garden, we've reviewed the best bird feeder cameras for you
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Buying Guide
The best swimming headphones 2026: Top waterproof bone conduction headphones
Listen to your favorite tunes as you swim with the best swimming headphones and earbuds.
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Today's best cameras for vlogging, recommended based on in-depth testing
My guide to the best cameras for vlogging rounds up all of our top picks for on-the-move video creators, at all price points.
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The best compact camera: top choices to take anywhere
Our best compact camera guide will help you find the right pocket camera for you, whatever your budget.
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Deals
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Apple TV subscription cost – plans, deals and price vs rivals like Netflix and more
Here's everything you need to know about the cost of Apple TV.
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Paramount+ subscription plans, deals and prices vs Netflix, Prime Video and more
Everything you need to know about how much Paramount+ costs, including the price of each plan and how it holds up against competitors.
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The massive Currys New Year sale ends soon — here are the 14 best tech deals I'd buy before they're gone
The Currys New Year sale is set to end very soon, so I've looked through the offers one final time to pick out the 14 best tech deals you don't want to miss.
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Disney+ price: how much does it cost, are there any deals, is it cheaper than Netflix, and more
TechRadar tells you everything you need to know about the price of Disney+.
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Be quick! This Disney+ deal saves you up to £15 but it won't be around forever
Freakier Friday is just one of the great new movies you can watch for less thanks to this Disney+ deal.
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This £40 gadget could be the key to better air quality in your home
The Levoit Core Mini Air Purifier is now available for under £40 at Amazon – that's even cheaper than the price we saw during Black Friday.
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LEGO promo codes for Jan 2026 |
SPONSORED Add one of these LEGO promo codes to your order to save on sets, merchandise, pick-a-brick orders, and other products from the LEGO store.
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Appliances Direct Discount Codes for January 2026
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Laptops Direct discount codes for Jan 2026 |
SPONSORED Use one of these tried & tested Laptops Direct discount codes to save on gaming laptops, workstations, monitors, accessories and more.
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HONOR discount codes for January 2026
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Nutribullet promo codes for Jan 2026 |
SPONSORED Use these Nutribullet promo codes to save money on blenders, food processors, juicers and accessories today.
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LG discount codes for Jan 2026 |
SPONSORED We’ve got the latest LG discount codes to help you save big, from TVs to kitchen appliances and more .
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Software
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Owner of big gaming platform GOG can't believe how bad Windows 11 is
Windows 11 is taking a lot of heat these days, and GOG ('Good Old Games') is the latest to fire flak at Microsoft's OS.
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Meta just killed my Meta Quest 4 hype, as it culls several VR game studios
Meta just closed several VR studios, but VR gaming isn’t dead yet (I hope).
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AI haters be warned – Windows 11's folders may get a big dose of Copilot AI
Microsoft could put Copilot in Windows 11's File Explorer in a far more in-your-face way than the AI is right now.
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The 5 best smart glasses from CES 2026, including the first with HDR10
We got 20-26 vision at CES this year thanks to the five best smart glasses announced at the show
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‘People love the unexpected’ — Disney on the Lego Star Wars Smart Play launch
TechRadar caught up with Divya Dalal, VP of Global Hardlines at Disney Consumer Products, to discuss 25 years of Lego Star Wars and the launch of Smart Play.
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I played the Nintendo DS game threatening Clair Obscur: Expedition 33’s Metacritic ranking — here’s how it went
I played the Disney game threatening Clair Obscur: Expedition 33’s top Metacritic ranking — is it actually good?
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Channel your inner Leon S Kennedy with this slick limited edition Resident Evil Requiem watch
$2,000+ might be a lot for a limited edition watch, but this Resi timepiece is pure quality with some great detail.
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The PlayStation Portal was my gaming savior over an extended holiday break — but this one flaw still grinds my thumbsticks
I have always enjoyed the PlayStation Portal and sung its praises as often as I can, but its slow-charging battery is a real drawback and became apparent when relying on the device over the holidays.
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VPN
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NordVPN just made it easier to browse from 30 'hard-to-reach' countries
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French court backs LFP and orders top VPNs to block illegal football streams
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"No meaningful changes" – Venezuelans still need a VPN to access X
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Connectivity issues? Mullvad’s OpenVPN shutdown is happening today – here's all you need to do to keep using the VPN
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ExpressVPN finally launches a business VPN to take on NordLayer
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NordVPN vs Proton VPN — which provider is better for you?
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"Workarounds are very limited" – VPNs stop working in Uganda as internet connectivity drops
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Forget lasers and missiles, China wants to kill drones using a common tech households use everyday in kitchens all around the world — invisible microwave weapons can fry electronics but still require line-of-sight and proximity
China wants to counter drone swarms using high power microwave weapons similar in principle to household ovens but scaled for military air defense roles.
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A 3D printed drone is probably the world's fastest DIY plane ever, quicker than even the legendary P38 Lightning — but at 408mph, it has some way to go to catch up with the 575mph TU-95
A fully 3D printed drone reaches 408mph and retakes the Guinness World Record for fastest quadcopter ever flown by a DIY team.
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'ReRAM is the replacement for (NAND) flash': $170 billion US tech company backs tiny startup in race to find the holy Grail of universal memory
Weebit’s ReRAM shows higher speed, density, and reliability than flash memory, gaining backing from TI and industry-wide attention.
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CES 2026
Good news! RAM prices seem to have finally stabilized - bad news, it's probably because memory prices are so high, that it's forcing most of us to give up buying anything
DDR5 prices surged dramatically in late 2025, then stabilized at extreme levels as buyers resisted further increases in high-capacity kits.
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