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Xiaomi is aiming right at JBL with this dishy yet durable Bluetooth speaker — but after hours of testing, I need more depth from the sound

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Xiaomi Sound Play review It turns out that major mobile manufacturer Xiaomi also makes Bluetooth speakers, and its latest model, the Xiaomi Sound Play, is aiming to deliver “immersive, powerful sound” as well as a “stylish and versatile” design. But that’s not all. The tech giant is doing all of this while keeping its speaker … Read more

How to choose your first mechanical keyboard — and why it’s simpler than the internet wants you to think

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Go onto any forum or mechanical keyboard subreddit these days, and it can be a minefield as to what people recommend. It’s an essential wall of noise with regards to size, shape, switch type and even more that can be daunting if you’re a first-timer or you’re someone getting back into the hobby after years … Read more

5 of the best Bose headphones and earbuds are up to $130 off ahead of the launch of the QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen) — which ones are worth buying?

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Bose just announced its second-generation version of the iconic QuietComfort Headphones, and as if to celebrate, it’s just discounted the majority of its existing headphones and earbuds. Are these deals any good, or should you just go with the new model? Let’s dig in and find out. • Browse all Bose deals at Amazon The … Read more

‘You’ll own nothing and you’ll like it’: Google pulls the Lord of the Rings digital editions from one user’s library, our latest reminder that digital purchases aren’t always forever

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A Google user has had the LOTR movies pulled from their account Licensing changes are the most likely reason It’s another argument for physical media — or for piracy We’ve seen multiple incidents over the years where users have had movies and shows in their digital libraries unceremoniously yanked due to changes in licensing rules, … Read more