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Best e-readers in 2026: Kindle and Kobo compared
The new Kindle Paperwhite is the best e-reader for most readers. See how it compares with the Kobo Libra Colour, Clara BW and the budget Kindle, and which to buy.
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Laptops, phones, audio and the gadgets around them.
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Best laptops for students in 2026
The MacBook Air M5 is the best laptop for most students; the MacBook Neo wins on price. See our four picks, including Windows options, and what spec to buy.
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Best noise-cancelling headphones in 2026
The Sony WH-1000XM6 is the best noise-cancelling headphone for most people. We compare it with Bose, Apple and a cheaper Bose option so you can pick the right pair.
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Best portable SSDs in 2026 for speed and ruggedness
The Samsung T9 is our best all-round portable SSD; the LaCie Rugged SSD4 and SanDisk Extreme PRO lead on speed. Compare speeds, drop ratings, prices and warranties.
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Best power banks in 2026 for phones and laptops
The Anker Prime 26K 300W is the best power bank for laptops and phones together. See five picks, from slim magnetic chargers to 25,000mAh laptop-ready banks.
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Best robot vacuums in 2026: flagship and budget picks
The Roborock Saros 20 is the best robot vacuum for most buyers who want it all; the Q7 M5+ is the budget pick. See four picks and how to choose.
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Best smartwatches for Android phones in 2026
The Google Pixel Watch 5 is the best smartwatch for most Android users. Compare it with the Galaxy Watch9, Garmin Venu 4 and Pixel Watch 4 on battery, features and price.
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Best wireless earbuds in 2026: five top picks
The Sony WF-1000XM6 is the best wireless earbud for most people. Compare it with AirPods Pro 3, Bose, Galaxy Buds4 Pro and Pixel Buds Pro 2 to find your match.
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How to choose a mirrorless camera in 2026
Sensor size, autofocus, stabilisation, lenses and video: a plain-English guide to choosing a mirrorless camera, with three APS-C examples from Nikon, Fujifilm and Sony.
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How to set up a mesh Wi-Fi network at home
Set up a mesh Wi-Fi system in about 30 minutes: where to put the main unit and nodes, how to connect them, tweak settings and fix dead spots, step by step.
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iPhone 18 Pro vs Pixel 11 Pro: which flagship wins?
The iPhone 18 Pro and Google Pixel 11 Pro compared on price, cameras, chips, battery and software, with a clear verdict on which phone to buy in 2026.
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Kindle Paperwhite (2026) review: still the one to buy
Amazon's redesigned Kindle Paperwhite has a bigger, higher-contrast 7-inch screen and a thinner body, but costs $40 more. Our verdict, price guide and alternatives.
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Wi-Fi 7 explained: what it is and whether you need it
Wi-Fi 7 adds 320MHz channels, 4096-QAM and Multi-Link Operation. Here is what it really changes at home, who benefits, and whether to upgrade your router now.