Month: November 2025

Ikea just took over your smart home

Hi, friends! Welcome to Installer No. 105, your guide to the best and Verge-iest stuff in the world. (If you’re new here, welcome, hope you’ve recovered from the clocks falling back, and also you can read all the old editions at the Installer homepage.) This week, I’ve been reading about…

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The algorithm failed music

This is The Stepback, a weekly newsletter breaking down one essential story from the tech world. For more on how to break free of the algorithm and discover things you love, follow Terrence O’Brien. The Stepback arrives in our subscribers’ inboxes at 8AM ET. Opt in for The Stepback here.…

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5 fitness trackers without distracting screens – and where to buy them right now

Back in the mid 2010s, fitness trackers were simple bands that quietly logged your steps, sleep, and calories burned – with no buzzing notifications or bright displays to tempt you away from the moment. Remember the Jawbone UP? Fast-forward to 2025, and the best smartwatches and fitness trackers have essentially…

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Forget waiting for Black Friday – Beelink EQR6 is the UK’s most powerful computer under £300 and you can buy it right now

The best mini PCs have become a practical alternative to bulky desktops, offering serious power in a compact form. The Beelink EQR6 Mini PC pushes that idea further, packing high-end laptop performance into a palm-sized computer. With Black Friday still weeks away, it stands out as one of the most…

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How to watch Crystal Palace vs Brighton: live stream Premier League 2025/26 game, TV channels, preview

There is no love lost between Crystal Palace and Brighton, so bragging rights as well as three Premier League points are up for grabs at Selhurst Park. Both these teams are targeting European qualification this season, with Palace currently ninth and Brighton a place and a point below their chief…

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I reviewed the Thermal Master P1 – and it ticks most of the thermal boxes, except for the ability to focus

Why you can trust TechRadar We spend hours testing every product or service we review, so you can be sure you’re buying the best. Find out more about how we test. Thermal Master P1: 30-second review The Thermal Master P1 is a compact, budget-friendly thermal imaging camera that offers solid…

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