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I bought a fan jacket to survive the UK heatwave – it might be the best purchase I’ve made this year

I've been eyeing up Japan's famous fan jackets for years – the UK's latest heatwave finally convinced me to buy one

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I’ve worn Ray-Ban Meta’s smart glasses for weeks – here’s my verdict

I’ve worn Ray-Ban Meta’s smart glasses for weeks – here’s my verdict

The latest Meta eyewear can record in 3K and has a much longer battery life

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I installed Boxt air conditioning to prepare my home for hotter UK summers

I installed Boxt air conditioning to prepare my home for hotter UK summers

From quote to installation, here’s what happened when Boxt set up air conditioning in my home

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I tried Dyson’s new handheld fan in the heatwave and it genuinely made me shiver

It boasts five fan speeds, plus a boost mode that delivers airflow up to 55mph Read more: Best portable fans, reviewed

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Sony’s new wearable air conditioner is my non-negotiable in a heatwave

It’s like having a permanent ice pack glued to the back of your neck, and sits underneath your clothes Read more: Best neck fans, reviewed

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I’ve spent 2 weeks testing Google’s £85 Fitbit Air – could it replace my Whoop?

Google’s ultra-thin screen-free fitness tracker costs a fraction of a Whoop and doesn’t require a subscription to work

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Are Sony’s new luxury headphones its best yet? I found out

Sony has prioritised sound and comfort for its latest pair of headphones as it looks to take on the likes of Bang & Olufsen

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Sony WF-1000XM6 wireless earbuds review: Nothing else sounds this good

Sony WF-1000XM6 wireless earbuds review: Nothing else sounds this good

I’ve had Sony’s latest flagship wireless earbuds plugged into my lugholes since they launched in February

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Best free VPN 2026, tried and tested by a tech expert

Best free VPN 2026, tried and tested by a tech expert

There are only a handful of free VPNs that I actually trust with my data

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Best AirTag-like trackers for Android, tested by a tech critic

Best AirTag-like trackers for Android, tested by a tech critic

Item trackers built for Google’s Find Hub can help reunite you with your stuff

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These are the best handheld fans to get you through the summer heatwave

These are the best handheld fans to get you through the summer heatwave

From misting fans to wearable air conditioners, these portable devices will keep you cool

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Nintendo Switch 2 review: What our gaming experts like (and dislike) about the console

Nintendo Switch 2 review: What our gaming experts like (and dislike) about the console

After almost a decade’s wait, the Nintendo Switch 2 is here

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Proton VPN review 2025: The best privacy-preserving open-source VPN I’ve tested

Proton VPN review 2025: The best privacy-preserving open-source VPN I’ve tested

If you’re looking for a VPN with solid privacy credentials and fast speeds, Proton VPN delivers the goods

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I tried this wearable air conditioner during a heatwave – it was a total saviour

I tried this wearable air conditioner during a heatwave – it was a total saviour

Sony’s device automatically reacts to the temperature to keep you cool

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