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• 'AI is becoming THE line item': OpenAI and Anthropic are big winners in the doubling of AI spend as legacy SaaS face an existential crisis [16d]
• Toyota hits the accelerator on EVs as its rivals go into reverse — starting with an $800 million Kentucky plant and three new cars [16d]
• Bring back the joy of buying new tech and toys [16d]
• This is probably the first mainstream mini PC that can dual-boot Ubuntu and Windows out of the box — and it even comes with the hottest AI application of 2026 [16d]
• A court just ruled Meta and YouTube ‘negligent’ — social media may never be the same [16d]
• Forget the RAM crisis — storage prices are spiralling, and processors could be next, as gaming PC maker warns 'CPU shortage is getting more serious' [16d]
• AI's got Talent: In a weird twist, someone just launched a marketplace for AI Agents that's not far off a human-powered job board [16d]
• Google’s new Android Automotive update wants to control your car's 'brain' —as Micron predicts cars will soon need 300GB of RAM [16d]
• Don't buy Apple's new MacBook Air M5 — the award-winning MacBook Air M4 just dropped to its lowest price ever at Amazon [16d]
• 'The robots are here' — Melania Trump walks alongside creepy humanoid at White House summit like it’s the most normal thing in the world [16d]
• 'A critical point': Nearly 80% of UK firms have adopted AI — but barely any are seeing a positive ROI so far [16d]
• The Fitbit Inspire 3 is 'a great entry point to the health and fitness-tracking world' — and it's back to its lowest price at Amazon [16d]
• Top LLM PyPl package compromised to steal user details - here's what we know [16d]
• We’ve tested them all: Every Geekom mini PC deal worth buying at Amazon [16d]
• Anthropic gives Claude Code new 'auto mode' which lets it choose its own permissions [16d]
• Banish slow speeds and dead zones with these Netgear Wi-Fi 7 router deals up to $100 off in Amazon's Big Spring Sale [16d]
• This ergonomic office chair's got your back! Sihoo B100 with adaptive lumbar support, a wide headrest, and flip-up armrests is $40 off for Amazon's Big Spring sale [16d]
• I love my Galaxy Watch8 Classic after just two weeks with it, and it just dropped to a record low price in the UK (if you act fast) [16d]
• The $200 home studio challenge — can I create a cheap recording setup for music and podcasting? [16d]
• Can't decide which coffee to choose? De'Longhi's new espresso machine offers over 50 options grouped by 'mood and style' [16d]
• Razer's Nikke collab finally lets you arm your rifle-wielding waifu with a cat-eared gamer headset [16d]
• I’ve tested a ton of open earbuds, but these are the only three models I’d buy [16d]
• I'm done worrying about this RAM crisis — it's time to spice up my gaming PC setup with a new OLED or mini-LED monitor [16d]
• I write about TV deals for a living — here's what I'd buy from Amazon's Spring Prime Day sale to watch the Sweet Sixteen [16d]
• 11 million students possibly at risk after classroom software used by millions hacked [16d]
• I test TVs for a living and these 4 models are my picks if you're looking for a new TV for the World Cup [16d]
• Should Nintendo be worried? The maker of the best Switch accessory just announced the 'ultimate' Switch 2 controller [16d]
• My favorite gadget in the world just got a price cut — the reMarkable 2 bundle is a masterclass in focus for business professionals and writers [16d]
• Who needs a DJI? This ultimate DIY drone hits 67mph and costs just $155 [16d]
• Don’t buy your next Nintendo Switch 2 game until you use this easy trick to save $15 [16d]
• I checked every deal and this is the best budget standing desk across the whole Amazon Big Spring Sale [16d]
• Why strong authentication beyond the browser will define the future of connected devices [17d]
• Invincible season 4 episode 4 does something that the Prime Video show has never done before — but fans are saying 'this is not it' for a wholly different reason [17d]
• The rise of the cyber hacker - does clout matter more than cash? [17d]
• iOS 26.4 is here with some handy upgrades for your iPhone — here are the 5 best new features [17d]
• How to get early access to Alexa+ in the UK — here's what you need to know [17d]
• AI robot snaps together like Lego and moves unlike anything I've ever seen before — I can't stop watching [17d]
• The 'best shipping label printer' we ever tested is only $76 in the Amazon Big Spring Sale — the Munbyn RW403B is quick, quiet, and actually fun to use [17d]
• Millions possibly affected by data breach at dermatology giant QualDerm [17d]
• 50 home office finds under $50: I searched the whole Amazon Big Spring Sale for the best office upgrades, desk accessories, and organizers [17d]
• I'm a running tech expert — beginner runners should spend $500 on these 3 things to be set for up to 500 miles of training [17d]
• Closing retail’s AI ROI gap with end-to-end process networks [17d]
• US workers think they're pretty good at spotting phishing emails - but the reality is quite different [17d]
• How to watch Temptation Island Spain 9 online for free (from anywhere) [17d]
• What's the best Apple gadget ever? Have your say in our epic, controversy-ending poll [17d]
• Quordle hints and answers for Thursday, March 26 (game #1522) [17d]
• NYT Connections hints and answers for Thursday, March 26 (game #1019) [17d]
• NYT Strands hints and answers for Thursday, March 26 (game #753) [17d]
• Forget wearable AI – the future of AI is contextual [17d]
• Ring just launched a battery-powered version of its premium 4K video doorbell, so you can install it 'virtually anywhere' with no wires [17d]
• Meta has a new boss to help 'encourage' its workers to use more AI [17d]
• How to watch MLB 2026: live streams, cheap Major League Baseball broadcasts, season schedule [17d]
• Jo Nesbø isn't the next 'Harlan Coben of Netflix' according to the crime writer himself — and he's 'not even thought about' Detective Hole season 2 [17d]
• I compared the Samsung Galaxy A57 to the Galaxy S26, and it already looks like an excellent budget option [17d]
• 'AI will also present new threats to society' — Sam Altman issues stark warning as $1 billion plan is revealed [17d]
• Celebrate Apple's 50th anniversary by boosting your Mac mini's capacity with Acer's secret weapon — M4 Dock SSD Enclosure & Stand is $64 in Amazon's Big Spring Sale [17d]
• HackerOne says employees hit by data breach - and Navia hack is to blame [17d]
• Apple TV drops ominous teaser for comedy horror show Widow's Bay — and the Twin Peaks vibes have already got me hooked [17d]
• The OnePlus 15T launches with a huge battery and punchy price tag — but its global launch is already in doubt [17d]
• What is the release date for Monarch: Legacy of Monsters season 2 episode 5 on Apple TV? [17d]
• These cheap PS5 games offer hundreds of hours of entertainment and start at less than eight bucks [17d]
• We’ve unified Apple’s strongest business offerings into one simple, secure platform': Apple Business will now offer MDM, upgraded iCloud storage and more — plus the option to put ads in Maps [17d]
• YouTube's biggest camera nerd ranks major brands for color accuracy — and it’s bad news for Fujifilm and Lumix fans [17d]
• I'm tempted to finally upgrade my aging laptop to the Lenovo LOQ with Ryzen 7 and RTX 5050 power now it's under $1000 [17d]
• I gave myself a $100 budget — can I build the perfect home vlogging setup? [17d]
• 'Please wait a little longer' urges Nintendo as Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness crashes on Nintendo Switch 2 — a fix is in the works [17d]
• I spent a morning with the Samsung Galaxy A57, and I'll be amazed if this isn't one of the best cheap phones of 2026 [17d]
• A huge story spoiler for Daredevil: Born Again season 2 has already leaked online — and one of the Marvel TV show's lead actors is to blamefor the faux pas [17d]
• I felt weird using ChatGPT in public so I tried this extension that disguises it as a Google Doc [17d]
• Europe’s innovation strategy is failing. Here’s how to fix it [17d]
• Optez pour une technologie à haute efficacité de données pour un coût total de possession (TCO) de stockage réduit. [17d]
• Cyber-résilience pour le centre de données moderne [17d]
• Senken Sie die Speicherkosten und steigern Sie die Effizienz mit den überlegenen Datenreduktionsfunktionen von Dell PowerStore. [17d]
• Get the sleep you've been dreaming of this Spring with the ultimate mattress upgrade [17d]
• Shopping in ChatGPT is about to get a lot more interactive – users promised 'improved speed, relevance and product coverage' [17d]
• Big Bang Theory's underrated spinoff is the most watched sitcom on HBO Max this week — and it's not Young Sheldon [17d]
• Maximize Performance, Efficiency, and Usability for Enterprise Storage [17d]
• What is the macOS menu bar? Here’s how new MacBook Neo users can get the most out of Apple’s app control bar [17d]
• With enticing visual enhancements, creative new bosses, and multiplayer mayhem, is Super Mario Bros. Wonder on Nintendo Switch 2 worth the upgrade? Here’s what I think after collecting every Wonder Seed [17d]
• Need a new laptop? You might want to buy now, as Asus just warned that prices could soon jump by up to 30% [17d]
• ‘Small enough to be tempting’: I need this award-winning turntable company’s new mini automatic vinyl-cleaning machine more than I’ll admit [17d]
• Is Amazon's Big Spring Sale better than Prime Day? I've hand-picked the 55 best deals on TVs, appliances, cheap tech gadgets, and more [17d]
• AI agents are flashy, but machine learning still pays the bills [17d]
• I asked ChatGPT to grade my interview answers — it was more useful than real interviews [17d]
• Don't wait for EOFY – there's still time to nab exceptional savings on the AirPods Pro 3, AirTags and more Apple gear if you're quick [17d]
• No dropouts, no stress: United’s Starlink Wi-Fi just works — and the rollout to every plane can’t come soon enough [17d]
• I watched all 8 episodes of Daredevil: Born Again season 2 on Disney+ — and the Marvel TV show would be even better than it is if it could fully exorcise its demons [17d]
• Need a case for your new 15-inch MacBook Air M5? Here are the best options to keep your kit safe, protected, and organized [17d]
• LG's world-first LCD laptop display has a battery-saving superpower — and an OLED version is coming next [17d]