NYT Connections today hints and answers — Saturday, October 18 (#860)
Get today's NYT Connections clues and answers for today's puzzle #860 on October 18.
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Best 13-inch laptops in 2025: our top picks
The best 13-inch laptops offer a good mix of power and portability, and we review dozens of 13-inch laptops every year then cull the cream of the crop into this list.
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VPNThe best cheap VPN in 2025
We've tested dozens of VPNs and evaluated how much they cost to bring you a definitive ranking of the top 5 best cheap VPNs, including Surfshark, NordVPN, and Private Internet Access
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Best Nespresso machine 2025
Nespresso machines come in all shapes and sizes, but which is right for you?
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Best touchscreen laptops in 2025: Our top picks
These are the best touchscreen laptops we recommend, based on our hands-on testing and reviews. Of all the laptops we use, these are the ones we most love to touch.
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The best cheap wireless earbuds in 2025
Our pick of the best low-cost wireless earbuds right for every kind of activity.
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Best pruning shears in 2025: Tested and rated
Looking for the best pruning shears? We’ve tested bypass, anvil and ratchet pruners to find the best.
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I saw 'Tron: Ares' in IMAX and here's why I wouldn't wait for it to hit Disney Plus
If you're going to see "Tron: Ares," don't wait for it to hit Disney Plus.
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3 best dystopian movies on Netflix you can stream right now
Looking to stream something set in a far-flung or broken-down future? Here are 3 top dystopian watches you can find on Netflix right now.
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Prime Video top 10 movies — here’s the 3 I’m watching this weekend
I've combed through the Prime Video top 10 movies to pick out the best options to watch this weekend, including a must-see Bond film.
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'Weapons' just got a confirmed HBO Max streaming date — here's when you can watch it
Here's when and where you can stream “Weapons,” the new horror-thriller movie from Zach Cregger.
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Apple TV just announced Formula 1 is coming next year, including free races for non-subscribers
Apple TV just announced that Formula 1 is coming to the streaming service in 2026 for U.S. subscribers. Here's what you need to know.
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iPhone Fold could launch later than expected — here's why
New analysis suggests Apple may struggle to produce enough screens for the iPhone Fold, meaning a delay to launch.
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OnePlus might try to sledgehammer a hole through Apple's walled garden by supporting Apple Watch — and that's not all
OnePlus has promised Apple Watch support on OnePlus phones thanks to OxygenOS 16. But how long will it last?
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iOS 26 brings live translations to phone calls — and I've got a trick for making it run smoother
A new Apple Intelligence feature in iOS 26 delivers real-time translations to phone calls, though launching the feature can be a struggle. Here's how to make things as seamless as possible.
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iMessage not working on iOS 26? This one setting fixes the Not Delivered error
Learn how to fix iMessage activation issues on iOS 26 after setting up an eSIM.
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Samsung’s triple-folding phone could be my display-loving dream, but it all hinges on one key feature
Samsung's triple foldable — reportedly called the Galaxy Z Tri-Fold — could offer everything I want from the display of a multimedia device. But I worry about the phone's hinges.
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AT&T settles $177 million data breach lawsuit — here's how you can claim your share up to $7,500
Previous data breaches at AT&T have finally been settled and you could claim up to $7,500.
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Less stretching, more mobility: 3 simple chair exercises for people over 60s (that don’t involve sitting)
These chair exercises are simple and effective for building mobility after 60, and you can do them standing up.
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Icebug Rover 2 RB9X GTX review: the best hiking shoes I’ve ever worn
The Icebug Rover 2 RB9X GTX all-terrain sneakers are for the eco-conscious, and they may just be my new go-to for my adventures.
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The surprising health benefit of rolling your shoulders — and why it feels so good, according to new research
That satisfying stretch you do without thinking? Science says it might actually be helping your heart.
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Ready for a challenge? I'm a personal trainer, and this 90-rep decline push-up workout will test upper-body strength in just 9 minutes
Decline push-ups elevate your legs to strengthen your upper body, and this 90-rep 9-minute challenge is the perfect way to test your chest, arm and shoulder strength.
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This 3-move kettlebell walking workout builds functional strength and muscle — and only takes 25 minutes
Build full-body functional strength in 25 minutes with this 3-move kettlebell walking workout.
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These 7 standing ab exercises target your core without a single sit-up or crunch — and they’re great for your posture too
This standing abs routine strengthens your core, boosts posture, and lays the foundation for a stronger, more balanced body.
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Sora 2 under fire over disrespectful MLK content — OpenAI responded, but is it enough?
OpenAI is changing regulations on Sora 2 after the estate of MLK Jr. raises concerns over the way the deceased public figure is represented on the site.
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Spotify's new AI plan aims to tackle the music industry's slop problem — here's how
Spotify’s new “artist-first” AI initiative with Sony, Universal, and Warner aims to develop responsible tools that respect copyright and empower musicians.
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Tired of AI slop? Pinterest lets you take back control of your feed
Pinterest adds new controls letting users filter out AI-generated images, respond to 'AI slop' complaints, and keep feeds focused on real creativity.
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Gemini 3.0 Pro might already be here — what we know so far
Google appears to be soft-launching Gemini 3.0 Pro to select users, ahead of any official announcement. Here's what we know about the model, early upgrades, and why this quiet rollout matters.
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Windows Copilot is about to get a lot more powerful - here's what's coming
Windows 11 is about to get a heaping spoonful of new AI features
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Claude just got customizable 'Skills' — here’s how they could supercharge your workflow
Claude can now learn new workflows using “Skills” — customizable modules that teach it to follow directions. Here's how it works.
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Best TVs with ATSC 3.0 tuners
A roundup of the best TVs with built-in NextGenTV hardware.
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Motion smoothing for sports — should you enable it on your TV?
Many people disable motion smoothing to avoid the dreaded "soap opera effect" when watching shows and movies, but what about sports?
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I review TVs for a living — these are the ones I recommend for watching football, basketball and hockey games this Fall
We're in the height of Fall sports season right now, and you're going to need a TV that not only makes games look great but has free channels for added utility.
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How does AI upscaling work on TVs, and does it actually matter?
As brands pack more AI-based enhancements into their TVs — some fully baked, others less so — one feature seems more important than the rest: AI upscaling.
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Is Black Friday really the best time to buy a TV? Here's what you need to know
Looking to upgrade your TV? Here's what you need to know about Black Friday, Cyber Monday sales and the best time to buy a new TV if you want to save money.
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I've covered TVs for the last 10 years — here are the best Amazon October Prime Day TV sales for day 2
Amazon's October Prime Day event, officially dubbed 'Big Deal Days,' is into its second day, and it's a great time to be shopping for a new TV.
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Zinus mattress sales October 2025: Get an extra 10% off our favorite budget mattresses
Explore our expert guide to this month's Zinus mattress deals and grab additional savings on these affordable beds.
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This vinegar mattress cleaning hack will banish spiders from your bed this fall — here's how
A cleaning expert reveals why you should be dabbing vinegar on your mattress — it's a must this spider season.
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The best mattress sales in October 2025: Deals from Tempur-Pedic, DreamCloud, Saatva, Siena and more
Our roundup of the best mattress sales and deals for October from Tempur-Pedic, DreamCloud, Saatva, Siena and much more.
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DreamCloud mattress sales for October 2025: A luxury hybrid with a bedding bundle from just $399
DreamCloud's October mattress sale might be your last chance to pick up a free bedding bundle worth up to $599 — what you need to know.
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The best Nectar mattress sales for October 2025: Popular memory foam and hybrid beds from just $379
The October Nectar sales are here, with savings on hybrid and memory foam mattresses. Browse our expert guide to the best deals.
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Simba mattress sales and deals for October 2025: free bedding bundles with selected mattresses
Get a free bedding bundle with your next hybrid mattress in this month's Simba mattress sale
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Battling night sweats during the menopause? 5 natural materials to look for in your mattress and bedding
A menopause expert reveals the most breathable materials to sleep in to deal with night sweats
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Tired all the time? Sleep experts explain why the change in seasons in ruining your sleep
Can the seasons' shifting really impact your sleep? Two sleep experts explain and share their top tips to get good rest year round
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The 5 sleep types and how they impact our mental health, according to scientists
How we sleep (or don't sleep) impacts our brain in different ways, a new study finds. We asked an expert what these 'sleep profiles' mean for your health.
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3 ways to stop perimenopause ruining your sleep tonight, according to a menopause expert
Dr Amy Divaraniya shares how you can reduce your perimenopausal symptoms for better sleep tonight
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7 reasons you get so hot when you sleep
From menopause to your evening glass of wine, here are the reasons why you get so hot while you sleep — plus top tips to cool down
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I asked a hormone expert why my mother has been having vivid dreams during menopause — here's what she said
A hormone expert explains what's behind the increase in vivid dreams and nightmares during menopause — and how to deal with them
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3 of the best Affinity design apps are free on iPad — and we don't know for how long
Designer 2, Photo 2 and Publisher 2 normally cost $19 each, but as of this writing, these iPad apps from Affinity are available for free.
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Best 13-inch laptops in 2025: our top picks
The best 13-inch laptops offer a good mix of power and portability, and we review dozens of 13-inch laptops every year then cull the cream of the crop into this list.
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Seenda SK73-3 Wireless Keyboard and Mouse review
Seenda SK73-3 is an aesthetically pleasing keyboard and mouse combo, but the need for disposable batteries and lack of Bluetooth make it a miss for me.
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Amazon's new Fire Stick can stream in 4K for $40, but good luck using it with a VPN – here's why
Amazon's new budget Fire Stick is switching to a new OS, and VPNs aren't supported. Here's what you need to know.
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The best cheap VPN in 2025
We've tested dozens of VPNs and evaluated how much they cost to bring you a definitive ranking of the top 5 best cheap VPNs, including Surfshark, NordVPN, and Private Internet Access
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Windows 10 End of Life: Microsoft releases final update — everything you need to know
So long, Windows 10
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My mom makes keeping a clean kitchen look easy — here's what she said when I asked how she does it
I thought my kitchen was clean until my mom left it looking spotless.
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Best Nespresso machine 2025
Nespresso machines come in all shapes and sizes, but which is right for you?
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I used this $1,500 robot lawnmower all through the summer — here's my honest verdict
While not perfect, the Anthbot Genie 3000 robot lawnmower did a great job at trimming my yard this past summer. It's not the best on tougher grass, but really excels at regular trims.
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Is it too late to cut your lawn before winter: Experts share how to keep it healthy
Fall has truly arrived in my backyard, but does that mean it's time to stop mowing the lawn?
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IKEA’s holiday collection is probably the best I’ve seen so far — here's what I’ll be shopping for my home
Spruce up your home and get festive with IKEA’s latest Christmas collection.
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Skullcandy Push 720 Open review
The Skullcandy Push 720 Open are decent waterproof workout buds with a useful case, but you can get more for your money elsewhere.
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I've been testing the Pixel Buds 2a, and they're the affordable earbuds the AirPods 4 should have been
Google's latest buds cost the same as the AirPods 4 — but they bring a whole lot more to the table. So what's going on in AirPods land?
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Audiophiles love this style of headphones despite a major flaw — here's why you will too
My favorite headphones have wires and no backs — let me tell you why.
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The best cheap wireless earbuds in 2025
Our pick of the best low-cost wireless earbuds right for every kind of activity.
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I tested Denon’s top-of-the-range soundbar and it’s everything you’d expect from an audiophile brand — but there’s a catch
The Denon Home Sound Bar 550 is a premium soundbar with incredible audio quality and sound system integration, but at a cost.
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Forget Sony, Bose and JBL — I've been testing these on-ear headphones for a week and they've left me gobsmacked
The Beyerdynamic Aventho 100 on-ear headphones sound fantastic, boast long battery life and highly effective ANC... so what's the problem?
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The best handheld gaming consoles in 2025
With the best handheld gaming consoles, you can play excellent games anywhere, whether you’re looking for action, puzzle or strategy games.
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I spent 5,000 miles gaming on the ROG Xbox Ally X — it’s incredible, but something doesn’t add up
The ROG Xbox Ally X takes the crown as the best PC gaming handheld you can buy, and it rightly should given that gargantuan $999 price tag.
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I just tested Sony’s first-ever gaming in-ear monitors and they impress in nearly every way
The Sony Inzone E9 are fantastic IEMs for competitive FPS gaming as they make footsteps sound loud and clear, and are highly customizable.
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Best Nintendo Switch 2 games in 2025
Nintendo Switch 2 is only a few weeks old, but it's already building a strong library of must-play titles. These are the best Switch 2 games.
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The ROG Xbox Ally is a Steam Deck disguised as an Xbox — so why is it $600?
For what it’s worth, the ROG Xbox Ally is fine, but at $600, it’s a huge investment for dated performance.
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Battlefield 6 is the best shooter I’ve played on PS5 Pro in 2025 — 3 reasons Call of Duty has real competition this year
Battlefield 6 has arrived, and after years of being unchallenged, Call of Duty should be worried. This is the best Battlefield in a very long time.
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Seenda SK73-3 Wireless Keyboard and Mouse review
Seenda SK73-3 is an aesthetically pleasing keyboard and mouse combo, but the need for disposable batteries and lack of Bluetooth make it a miss for me.
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Icebug Rover 2 RB9X GTX review: the best hiking shoes I’ve ever worn
The Icebug Rover 2 RB9X GTX all-terrain sneakers are for the eco-conscious, and they may just be my new go-to for my adventures.
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I tried a subscription-free Whoop alternative — and it ticks all the right boxes
The Amazfit Helio Strap is a fantastic budget-friendly no-subscription Whoop alternative, bar a few activity-detection-related hiccups.
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Skullcandy Push 720 Open review
The Skullcandy Push 720 Open are decent waterproof workout buds with a useful case, but you can get more for your money elsewhere.
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I used this $1,500 robot lawnmower all through the summer — here's my honest verdict
While not perfect, the Anthbot Genie 3000 robot lawnmower did a great job at trimming my yard this past summer. It's not the best on tougher grass, but really excels at regular trims.
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I spent 5,000 miles gaming on the ROG Xbox Ally X — it’s incredible, but something doesn’t add up
The ROG Xbox Ally X takes the crown as the best PC gaming handheld you can buy, and it rightly should given that gargantuan $999 price tag.
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Beerwulf discount codes for October 2025
SPONSORED These live Beerwulf discount codes can be used to help you less on craft beers and kegs from the home draught beer brand.
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Laptops Direct discount codes for October 2025
SPONSORED Use one of these Laptops Direct discount codes to reduce the price of laptops, PCs, peripherals and other consumer electronics from the outlet.
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Squarespace promo codes for October 2025
SPONSORED Add one of these Squarespace promo codes to your order to save on your chosen plan with the leading website-building brand.
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Ninja promo codes for October 2025
SPONSORED Use these Ninja promo codes to save on kitchen and home appliances including air fryers, ovens, coffee machines and more.
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Shark discount codes for October 2025
SPONSORED Save on your next home cleaning tech with our verified Shark discount codes.
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Samsung discount codes for October 2025 |
SPONSORED Use one of these tried & tested Samsung promo codes and deals to your order to save on phones, tablets, laptops and more.
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I thought the the Meta Ray-Ban Display could replace head-up displays in cars, but I was wrong — here’s why
I got the chance to try out the new Meta Ray-Ban Display and thought it could be great for driving, but I don't think so anymore. Here's why.
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I tried a subscription-free Whoop alternative — and it ticks all the right boxes
The Amazfit Helio Strap is a fantastic budget-friendly no-subscription Whoop alternative, bar a few activity-detection-related hiccups.
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How to get NFL Sunday Ticket for 2025-2026 season — Pricing, where to watch and more
NFL Sunday Ticket lets you watch nearly every NFL game and isn't limited to those with YouTube TV. Here's how to sign up for Sunday Ticket, pricing, what games you get and more.
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How to use Apple Watch hypertension alerts — the feature that detects what you can't feel
Learn how to enable and use Apple Watch hypertension alerts on compatible models.
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'Black Phone 2' review: A hauntingly strong sequel that channels its inner Freddy Krueger
“Black Phone 2” finds Finney still grappling with his trauma as Gwen faces a new supernatural threat connected to their family’s past.
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Google Pixel Watch 4 vs. Galaxy Watch 8: I walked 11,000 steps — and the winner surprised me
Our fitness editor compares the step-counting abilities of the two popular smartwatches
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The best electric bikes of 2025: expert tested and rated
Our picks for the best electric bikes for riders of all types and budgets, based on dozens of reviews and tests
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Coros Apex 4 review: A lightweight Garmin Fenix rival with impressive battery life
The Coros Apex 4 is a durable and accurate sports watch with outstanding battery life that offers a more affordable alternative to the Garmin Fenix and Enduro watches.
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Duracell's new EV chargers look like giant AA batteries — and that is brand recognition I can get behind
Duracell is launching its own EV charging network in the U.K., and it's hoping the familiar AA battery-looking design will help push more people towards EVs.
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Zinus mattress sales October 2025: Get an extra 10% off our favorite budget mattresses
Explore our expert guide to this month's Zinus mattress deals and grab additional savings on these affordable beds.
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The Garmin vs. Strava dispute just took another twist, and it’s good news for Garmin users
While there’s still no end in sight to the Garmin-Strava legal dispute regarding patent infringement, Strava has retreated on another issue related to attribution.
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I’ve been riding the Segway E3 Pro for a month, and it’s one of the best scooters for everyday commuters
The Segway Ninebot E3 Pro isn’t going to blow you away with its performance, but it’s a well designed electric scooter at a reasonable price.
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Pixel Watch 4 could be the easiest smartwatch to repair — and Apple needs to take notice
Google Pixel Watch 4's redesign isn't just skin deep. This whole watch seems to have been built to make repairs an absolute breeze.
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Brompton launches 'lightest ever' folding electric bike — this could revolutionize city commuting
The Brompton Electric T-Line is a new titanium ebike from the London-based brand.
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Your Oura Ring could be key to better recovery: Here's a resting heart rate 'hack' to try
We used Oura Advisor to assess heart rate trend over four weeks with the Oura Ring 4, and here are the results so far.
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5 top new movies to stream this week on Netflix, Prime Video and more (Oct. 14-20)
This week sees the streaming debut of several new movies, including "A Big Bold Beautiful Journey," "Our Fault" and Netflix's "The Twits."
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I drove the 2026 Cadillac Vistiq for a week — and it’s just the right mix of luxury and value
The 2026 Cadillac Vistiq is a 3-row all-electric SUV with an estimated range of 300 miles, and it delivered impressive efficiency in my testing.
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I tried the Garmin Fenix 8 Pro’s LiveTrack feature in a marathon — here’s what happened
The new connectivity features on the Garmin Fenix 8 Pro meant my family could track me through the Loch Ness Marathon without me carrying my phone.
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I swapped the Apple Watch Ultra 3 for the Apple Watch Series 11 — here’s my pros and cons
I preferred the design of the smaller Apple Watch Series 11, which was more comfortable to wear 24/7, but the Apple Watch Ultra 3’s extra sports features are important for me as a runner.
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I spent a month testing a DSLR camera — but here's why I won't be ditching my mirrorless anytime soon
After testing a DSLR camera for a month, I can safely say I much prefer using a mirrorless camera. Here’s why.
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