The store's latest version of its popular skeleton decoration is about half the size, but it has animated features and can talk. https://www.cnet.com/news/the-famous-home-depot-skelly-finds-its-voice-with-new-app-for-halloween/#ftag=CADf328eec
The new photo harmonization tool cuts the manual work of editing, recoloring and relighting down to a couple of minutes. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/photoshops-new-ai-tool-wants-to-help-you-spend-less-time-relighting-photos/#ftag=CADf328eec
If your home AC doesn't seem to be working right, I've found several key changes that make a world of difference. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/ac-fixes-to-cool-down-your-too-hot-home-this-summer/#ftag=CADf328eec
Dietitians share why whole milk is making a comeback and if it belongs in your fridge. https://www.cnet.com/health/whole-milk-is-popular-again-but-is-it-right-for-you-we-asked-dietitians/#ftag=CADf328eec
This five-step routine can help relax your mind and body before bed, leading to a better night's rest. https://www.cnet.com/health/sleep/the-10-3-2-1-0-sleep-hack-may-kick-your-restless-nights-to-the-curb/#ftag=CADf328eec
Aly Lopez highlights today's tech news, including Trump's recent executive orders around AI, Meta pulling its political ads in the EU and Intel's drastic workforce reduction. https://www.cnet.com/videos/trumps-ai-action-plan-tech-company-layoffs-and-more-tech-today/#ftag=CADf328eec
You can watch Wicked right now. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/the-best-fantasy-movies-to-watch-on-prime-video-july-2025/#ftag=CADf328eec
Trainer customization and detective work are also returning to Lumiose City. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/pokemon-legends-z-a-gives-us-first-look-at-mega-dragonite-wild-mega-evolutions/#ftag=CADf328eec
Combat the summer heat, and your soaring electric bill, with these budget-friendly cooling tips. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/ac-running-up-your-bill-here-are-6-cooling-tips-to-help/#ftag=CADf328eec
The manufacturing program will train businesses in AI and new production techniques. https://www.cnet.com/tech/apple-to-open-manufacturing-academy-in-detroit-but-dont-expect-a-us-iphone-in-near-future/#ftag=CADf328eec
Apple’s Magic Mouse is an impediment to its gaming ambitions and desperately needs a redesign.
Apple Intelligence "Sploitlight" flaw was quickly remedied, but Microsoft still wants you to be aware of it.
Looking for NYT Connections answers and hints? Here's all you need to know to solve today's game, plus my commentary on the puzzles.
https://www.techradar.com/gaming/nyt-connections-today-answers-hints-30-july-2025
Looking for NYT Strands answers and hints? Here's all you need to know to solve today's game, including the spangram.
https://www.techradar.com/computing/websites-apps/nyt-strands-today-answers-hints-30-july-2025
Looking for Quordle clues? We can help. Plus get the answers to Quordle today and past solutions.
https://www.techradar.com/computing/websites-apps/quordle-today-answers-clues-30-july-2025
Lisa Su argues that while AMD CPUs could be up to 20% pricier if made in the US, that trade-off is worth it in terms of diversifying the supply chain.
Antigravity is promising to make its first drone easy to master and family friendly – and there are two big ways I can already see how that could be achieved.
Windows 10 turns ten years old - too bad Microsoft's birthday present is a death sentence.
It appears the Google Home disaster is getting worse rather than better, and Google could end up paying for it.
Activision has announced new changes to Call of Duty HQ that will see the removal of two games.
Razer has unveiled the new BlackShark V3 Pro line for console and PC.
Having an allow-list in Gemini CLI caused a few issues, but Google patched it up.
The Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 Classic offers a great all-round smartwatch experience, but a few small issues remain.
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https://www.trustedreviews.com/reviews/samsung-galaxy-watch-8-classic
Rather than paying the original $1,199, you can now get your hands on the Apple 2025 MacBook Air 15-inch Laptop with the M4 chip for just $999 (saving 17%).
The post The Apple MacBook Air 15-inch M4 has dropped to a very tasty price appeared first on Trusted Reviews.
Found within the Amazon smartphone app, Amazon Haul is a new service that sells thousands of products at under £20.
The post Amazon Haul is a cheap Temu rival – here’s how it works appeared first on Trusted Reviews.
https://www.trustedreviews.com/explainer/what-is-amazon-haul-uk-prices
Smartwatch battery life hasn't improved much in the past decade, but that could finally be about to change.
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https://www.trustedreviews.com/opinion/battery-life-biggest-issue-smartwatches-but-not-for-long
Grounded 2 has arrived in early access, and one of the most notable changes Obsidian made was replacing all tools with the upgradeable Omni-Tool (I like it).
Grounded 2 has a lot going for it, but the atmosphere shouldn't be overlooked. The lighting alone is a serious improvement on the first game.
https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/xbox/grounded-2-gorgeous-lighting
As if you didn’t have enough to worry about when it comes to surveillance, researchers have discovered a new way to identify and track people using Wi-Fi signals—and I’m not talking about anything relating to your electronic devices. This tech can identify a specific, individual person, and track them in a physical space and across locations, based on how their body
If you’re looking for a way to tame the charging cable chaos on your desk, you should look into this Anker 6-port charging station that’s now on sale for $28.49 (was $45.99). It’s a fantastic solution for keeping all your devices powered up without a million separate chargers.
This compact Anker c
If you’ve spent any amount of time using ChatGPT, you already know that it often requires lengthy explanations, prompt tweaks, and/or extra context to get it doing what you actually meant. Often, but not always.
ChatGPT is capable of performing useful tasks with single, one-line prompts. When worded correctly, ChatGPT will perform the following tas
Everyone fears when the battery on your smartphone is running low and you wonder whether you’ll make it home in time. Especially when important items such as tickets, payments, or other things are connected to it to make sure you get home.
Power banks provide a quick remedy here. But one thing that has always bothered me about them is the tangled mess of ca
With apologies for contradicting the weird stickers and meme-obsessed teenagers you’ve been seeing for the last few years, birds are actually quite real. They aren’t robots built by the government to spy on you. But, at the risk of contradicting myself, their brains are computers. Let me explain
If you’re always on a laptop and still confined to the single screen it offers, it’s time to make one of the best upgrades you’ll ever make: a portable second screen that can go with you to the coffee shop or serve you just as well when you’re working from home—like this 15.6-inch MNN monitor that’s now $59.97 on Amazon
Jack Harvest has designed an NAS enclosure inspired by the Minisforum N5 that you can 3D print at home to create using a mini PC.
The European Union is launching a $30 billion initiative to build a network of gigawatt-class AI data centers across 16 member states in a bid to catch up with the U.S. and China, though concerns remain over power supply, unclear specifications, and long-term business viability.
https://www.tomshardware.com/tech-industry/artificial-intelligence/eu-readies-us
Rugged and regal, the Apple Watch Ultra 2 is
I’ve been wondering for a while what the killer app for Joy-Con mouse controls on the Nintendo Switch 2 might be. Sure,
I am not currently a user of Mastodon, but I have some interest in the project. I was looking at some stuff that seemed to indicate to me that the OSA could make it difficult to self host Mastodon without providing age verification. I was then reading the provisions and realsised that it didn't really affect you unless you have at least 3 million monthly users, so in theory would not affect self hosters with only a few users. But then I thought that if you are federated with a very large ins
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Your site lost 30% of organic traffic after a migration. Kevin Gibbons answers why and shares how to get rankings back.
The post Ask An SEO: How Can We Recover A 30% Drop In Organic Traffic From A Site Migration? appeared first on Search Engine Journal.
Kevin Indig breaks down AI’s toll on traffic, publishers, and organic visibility, and why the second half of 2025 may hit even harder.
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https://www.searchenginejournal.com/ai-halftime-report-h1/552356/
I've tested all the ways to mount your home security cams once you've chosen the right spot. Here's which methods worked best around my home. https://www.cnet.com/home/security/how-to-choose-the-best-mounting-options-for-your-home-security-camera-ive-tried-them-all/#ftag=CADf328eec
The speeds of AT&T's 5G fixed wireless service were significantly lower than advertised, but it's still worth trying if your options are limited. https://www.cnet.com/home/internet/i-tried-att-internet-air-for-a-week-it-wasnt-even-close-to-fast-enough/#ftag=CADf328eec
Check out these expert tips on how to be prepared and get back online the next time you lose power. https://www.cnet.com/home/internet/power-outage-heres-how-to-keep-your-internet-on-like-a-pro/#ftag=CADf328eec
There's much to like about Verizon's fiber-optic home internet: straightforward terms, decent perks and solid customer satisfaction scores. https://www.cnet.com/home/internet/verizon-fios-internet-review/#ftag=CADf328eec
Skip the sweat session at the grill and don't even look at your oven dial. I crunched the numbers, tested the temps and survived the heat wave to find the best cooking appliance for when it's too hot to cook -- but you still have to eat. https://www.cnet.com/news/ditch-the-hot-oven-the-ultimate-summer-cooking-hack-is-sitting-on-your-counter/#ftag=CADf328eec
Streaming services like Netflix are consistently raising their subscriptions. I recommend trying my favorite platform -- it's free. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/access-more-than-30000-movies-and-tv-shows-with-this-one-free-item/#ftag=CADf328eec
Game Pass subscribers can also play the new '90s-inspired horror game Abiotic Factor now. https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/xbox-game-pass-adds-ground-2-and-other-games-this-month/#ftag=CADf328eec
It's the next big AI moonshot, designed to outthink humans in medicine, physics, strategy, creativity, reasoning and more. Tech giants are racing to get there. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/what-is-superintelligence-everything-you-need-to-know-about-ais-endgame/#ftag=CADf328eec
ChatGPT is a user-friendly chatbot that you can dive right into, no account required. We have everything you need to know right here. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/get-started-with-chatgpt-a-beginners-guide-to-using-the-super-popular-ai-chatbot/#ftag=CADf328eec
The iPhone 17 is right around the corner and I need Apple to focus on what matters. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/apple-please-dont-let-ai-ruin-the-iphone-17s-camera/#ftag=CADf328eec
Review: The Galaxy Z Flip 7 is the most fully-realized version of Samsung's ideal flip phone. https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/i-tested-the-galaxy-z-flip-7-and-it-impressed-me-in-nearly-every-way-but-one/#ftag=CADf328eec
Want to engage in some (almost) guilt-free online shopping? Here's a technique that could score you some savings. https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/i-saved-hundreds-of-dollars-by-using-klarnas-ai-shopping-assistant-heres-how-to-use-it/#ftag=CADf328eec
Two groups claimed responsibility for Aeroflot attack - one from Ukraine, and one from Belarus.
New images suggest Apple has sent someone to take the iPhone 17 Pro for a spin in the outside world.
If you're a member of the multiple monitor club, you're going to love this small but highly convenient tweak.
Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 3 is almost at an end, but players can still look forward to the Super Showdown finale event on August 2.
Pay with Crypto will allow US PayPal merchants to accept cryptocurrency payments, with multiple coins supported.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/paypal-will-now-accept-payments-in-crypto
ByteDance looks to be collecting huge amounts of user, project and system info from Trae, even when telemetry is toggled off.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/security/bytedance-ai-tool-caught-spying-on-users
Audacy may be gone from your Roku TV but there are plenty of decent alternatives
There is a weird sense of déjà vu about the Bose QuietComfort Headphones
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https://www.trustedreviews.com/reviews/bose-quietcomfort-headphones
The Versa 4 is now available for just £126, with a saving of over £22 compared to its usual £148.99 price, and a big drop from its original £199.99 launch price.
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https://www.trustedreviews.com/deals/the-google-fitbit-versa-4-is-
Whether it’s your keys, wallet, TV remote, or just about anything else, this 4-pack has you covered with a Tile to match, now with 25% off, bringing the price down to just £56.24.
The post Keep an eye on your valuables for less with a budget Tile appeared first on Trusted Reviews.
At the moment, you can grab a Blink Mini security camera for only £16.99, saving yourself a neat £5. There's no guarantee it’ll stay that low for long, so if you’ve been thinking about getting a security camera, now’s a great time.
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From modern app platforms to forced feature upgrades and telemetry concerns, we take a look at 10 of Windows 10's most controversial and defining moments on its 10th anniversary.
Operese is a Windows-to-Linux migration tool that lets users make the transition to the free and open-source operating system with all their files, settings, and installed apps.
A Microsoft Research paper has listed out 40 professions it believes are most at risk from the rise of AI, as well as 40 professions that should be safe (at least for now...)
Two of the Windows Central team have spent hours playing Grounded 2 ahead of its early access launch, and they have some thoughts.
https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/xbox/grounded-2-early-access-review
Microsoft has added a long-requested paste text only shortcut to OneNote, matching functionality already found in Word, Chrome, and other apps.
Elgato Facecam 4K might be an entry-level way into DLSR-like performance in a webcam form factor.
https://www.windowscentral.com/hardware/elgato-facecam-4k-announced
Grounded 2 has arrived in early access with a brand-new map, a new chapter of the story, and a whole lot of (literal) bugs. But how does it play on handhelds?
We’re big fans of outdoor wall lights that shine either up and down or from the sides, but we haven’t seen any that glow on all four sides at once—or at least, not until now.
With its just-announced Outdoor UpDown Wall Light, Govee is upping the ante with a smart outdoor light fixture that splashes light up, down, left, and right, a setup that’s p
Wait, is this mini PC really just $289? For a machine with specs this good, that almost seems too good to be true—but it’s indeed real, so you should jump on it pronto if you’ve been itching to upgrade your home office PC setup. Right now, the Beelink EQR5 mini PC is $110 off on Amazon with this awesome 28%
Remote access to another PC via the internet can be a blessing, solving many IT problems quickly and easily. The helper can get a clear picture and often solve the problem immediately, even without being physically present. It also avoids the often frustrating process of troubleshooting over the phone.
A surge in support needs is expected around October 14,
If you’re looking for a solid daily driver laptop that won’t cost you an arm and a leg, consider this Dell Latitude model that’s on sale for just $699 at B&H (was $1,099). Yep, that’s right—this productivity laptop with a powerful config is now a whopping $400 off
The tiny new Aaeon PICO-MTU4-SEMI is claimed to be the “world’s smallest Intel Core Ultra-powered Mini PC.”
The Orbi 370 is available starting at $249.99 for a router and one satellite
Researchers have discovered a new method of designing semi-conductors by modeling the electrical resistance inside a chip using quantum computing pattern recognition, and then machine learning to analyze the output data.
Nvidia has ordered 300,000 H20 GPUs from TSMC as Chinese demand surges, despite political backlash over national security risks. The U.S. still hasn’t approved export licenses, but Nvidia aims to retain its foothold in China’s AI market, where rivals like Huawei are gaining ground.
https://www.tomshardware.com/pc-components/gpus/nvidia-seeks-extra-300-000-h2
Ukraine's intelligence agency conducted a sustained distributed-denial of service attack on Russian forces in Crimea while independent hacking groups targeted the airline.
A Redditor has demonstrated the ability of the recently launched ChatGPT agent to casually swat away a captcha, so that it can complete its assigned task(s).
Earlier this year, Google rolled out AI Mode to Search users in the US. Now, the notoriously inaccurate "tool" is coming to the UK. While Google's AI overviews have been
Anyone trying to watch porn online in the UK will need to take a selfie first – or share a photo ID. (Yes, both of those might ruin the ‘mood.’) The UK government began checking compliance with its Online Safety Act last Friday, which requires any website that publishes or displays pornographic content to implement a sys
