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• Review: Tesco Connect

  26-03-2015 10:55 via techradar.com
  Introduction and performanceTo TechRadar regulars, the Tesco Connect tablet may well bring with it a sense of deja-vu, mainly because Tesco's latest own-brand tablet is almost a carbon copy of the Linx 7 that I reviewed weeks ago. Tesco's Windows tablet comes with a power adaptor, a few leaflets, a micro-USB to USB adaptor and a USB cable. Externally, you would mistake it for one of the slew of anonymous Android tablets on the market. Oddly enough, it doesn't carry the same branding as Tesco's o
  
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• I tried the free Wispr Flow voice dictation tool everyone's talking about - and I'm hooked

  21-08-2026 15:42 via zdnet.com
  
  Designed for Windows, MacOS, iOS, and Android, Wispr Flow is a pleasure to use compared with other voice dictation apps. Here's how.
  
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• This iOS 27 Shortcut Stopped My Mindless Scrolling

  21-08-2026 14:27 via cnet.com
  
  I could just delete the addictive social media apps, but what’s the fun in that?
  
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• This Nifty 9-Quart Bella Pro Air Fryer Is $100 Off Today

  21-08-2026 14:16 via cnet.com
  
  The Bella Pro TriZone touchscreen air fryer features a dual flex basket and versatile cooking functions. Grab it now for just $80.
  
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• This iPhone Trick Helped Stop My Mindless Scrolling

  21-08-2026 14:11 via cnet.com
  
  The new iOS 27 Shortcuts make it easy to program your own iPhone tricks with natural language. Bridget Carey explains how she used it to wean her from compulsively opening social media and getting lost in scrolling. You might find it better than other apps that limit screen time (and it’s certainly cheaper than using a Brick).
  
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• Ninja Releases Practical Magic-Inspired Slushie Machine After Original Sold Out in 2 Hours

  21-08-2026 14:00 via cnet.com
  
  Ahead of the Practical Magic 2 movie this September, Ninja is commemorating the iconic franchise with new spellbinding shades.
  
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• Ninja Releases ‘Practical Magic’-Inspired Slushie Machine After Original Sold Out in 2 Hours

  21-08-2026 14:00 via cnet.com
  
  Ahead of the Practical Magic 2 movie this September, Ninja is commemorating the iconic franchise with new spellbinding shades.
  
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• 6 Tips for Protecting Your Identity Online

  21-08-2026 14:00 via cnet.com
  
  Identity theft can cause serious financial and emotional damage, but there are simple ways to reduce your risk online.
  
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• Stay Connected Through Outages With Up to 55% Off EcoFlow Power Stations

  21-08-2026 13:45 via cnet.com
  
  You can save hundreds on EcoFlow gear, plus get a free charger or solar panel with select purchases.
  
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• A low-tech solution from the past may be your best defense against AI deepfakes

  21-08-2026 13:36 via zdnet.com
  
  AI-enabled identity theft is getting too sophisticated to have predictable tells anymore, so experts recommend answering with a seemingly old-fashioned approach.
  
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• China joins Europe in scrapping Windows for Linux

  21-08-2026 13:18 via zdnet.com
  
  The specialized Chinese version of Windows was already scheduled for retirement in February 2027, but now its end-of-life date has been moved up.
  
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• The best small tablets of 2026: Expert tested and reviewed

  21-08-2026 13:00 via zdnet.com
  
  Looking for a small tablet to take with you on your next trip, one that you can throw in your bag before the workday begins, or a kid-friendly option? Check out our tried and tested favorites.
  
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• Don’t Sweat the Spill. The Shark StainForce Hits Its Lowest Price Yet at $150

  21-08-2026 11:22 via cnet.com
  
  This cordless stain remover packs plenty of power for tough stains and any kind of odor. Tested by CNET experts, you can now grab it at its lowest price yet.
  
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• Stainless Steel AeroPress Review: Plastic-Free Brewing Has Never Been More Portable

  21-08-2026 11:09 via cnet.com
  
  One hundred percent plastic-free brewing has never been more portable.
  
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• Netflix Drops Trailers for ‘Blue Eye Samurai’ Season 2, Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2 and More at Anime NYC 2026

  21-08-2026 02:00 via cnet.com
  
  You can see the latest trailers and art for seven titles, including Fool Night and The One Piece.
  
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• Oura Faces Lawsuit Over Alleged Innacurate AI Sleep Tracking

  21-08-2026 00:50 via cnet.com
  
  A proposed class-action lawsuit accuses the popular smart ring company of false advertisement.
  
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• Oura Faces Lawsuit Over Alleged Inaccurate AI Sleep Tracking

  21-08-2026 00:50 via cnet.com
  
  A proposed class-action lawsuit accuses the popular smart ring company of false advertisement.
  
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• Some New Samsung Device Owners Are Running Into RCS Messaging Issues

  21-08-2026 00:28 via cnet.com
  
  Some have shared creative workarounds for connecting to RCS messaging on newer Samsung phone models.
  
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• HP Introduces First HyperX Open-Back Headset, Lightweight Carbon Fiber Mouse and More

  21-08-2026 00:00 via cnet.com
  
  I got a glimpse at the latest HyperX gaming peripherals. Here’s what stood out, from new devices to tweaks to existing fan favorites.
  
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• AI Labels Are Big Tech’s Most Basic Responsibility, Even Those Claude Watermarks

  20-08-2026 23:26 via cnet.com
  
  Commentary: Anthropic’s upcoming Claude watermarks are forcing us to ask hard questions about how AI fits into our daily lives.
  
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• Google Pixel Watch 5 vs. Garmin Fenix 8 Pro: Which has more accurate GPS?

  20-08-2026 23:00 via zdnet.com
  
  Google says its new Pixel Watch 5 outperforms the location tracking on the Garmin Fenix 8 Pro. I put them to the test.
  
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• Apple Watches With Ceramic Finish Reportedly Returning This Year

  20-08-2026 22:37 via cnet.com
  
  Rumors are flying that the Apple Watch Series 12 will include a ceramic option.
  
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• After one week wearing the Pixel Watch 5, here's what I want most

  20-08-2026 22:01 via zdnet.com
  
  The Google Pixel Watch 5 is a faster, intelligent smartwatch with some helpful health and wellness features under the hood.
  
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• Wordle Hints, Answer and Help for Aug. 21, #1889

  20-08-2026 22:00 via cnet.com
  
  Here are hints and the answer for today’s NYT Wordle puzzle for Aug. 21, 2026.
  
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• Today’s NYT Strands Hints, Answers and Help for Aug. 21, #901

  20-08-2026 22:00 via cnet.com
  
  Here are hints and the answers for today’s NYT Strands puzzle for Aug. 21, 2026.
  
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• Today’s NYT Connections Hints and Answers for Aug. 21, #1167

  20-08-2026 22:00 via cnet.com
  
  Here are hints and the answers for today’s NYT Connections puzzle for Aug. 21, 2026.
  
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• Where Vandals Can’t Reach? Flock Safety’s Future Is Full of Spying Drones

  20-08-2026 21:21 via cnet.com
  
  A fast-growing surveillance drone network won’t help Flock’s public image.
  
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• Marley Spoon, Blue Apron Face Delivery Issues After Food Supplier Bankruptcy

  20-08-2026 21:05 via cnet.com
  
  Customers have faced late deliveries, missing ingredients and a lapse in communication. I’m one of them.
  
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• BMW Championship 2026: TV Schedule, How to Watch All the PGA Golf Action

  20-08-2026 19:53 via cnet.com
  
  It’s the second leg of the FedEx Cup Playoffs in St. Louis.
  
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• Apple's smart home springs a leak - here's everything we expect to see in September

  20-08-2026 19:46 via zdnet.com
  
  We're already waiting for the new gen-AI-powered Siri, but a home hub may be on the way as well.
  
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