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Meet the BMW iM3: Everything We Know About BMW’s First Electric M Car

BMW has confirmed the first details of its upcoming all-electric M3, the iM3. Here’s everything we know so far about power, technology, and timeline.

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Forget AirPods: Why China Is Obsessed With Clip-On Earbuds Like the Huawei FreeClip 2S

In China, everyone seems to wear the same clip-on earbuds. After testing Huawei’s new FreeClip 2S, it’s clear why the trend has taken over — and whether it’s worth the hype.

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Why Your Phone Charges So Slowly in the Car: USB 2.0 vs. USB-C

Plugging your phone into your car’s USB port should charge it — but often it barely keeps up with battery drain. Here’s the real, technical reason why, and what actually fixes it.

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Marshall Unveils Acton IV and Stanmore IV: Its Iconic Home Speakers Get a Major Acoustic Overhaul

Marshall has refreshed its two most iconic home speakers. The Acton IV and Stanmore IV keep the classic guitar-amp look but add redesigned tweeters, Auracast multiroom support, and a more repairable build.

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JBL Live 780NC Review: Are These the Best Value Noise-Cancelling Headphones of 2026?

The JBL Live 780NC bring Hi-Res LDAC audio, up to 80 hours of battery life, and a bolder design to the $249 mid-range headphone market — but is the price hike over the 770NC worth it? We break down the sound, ANC, comfort, and how it stacks up against rivals.

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Google’s New Home Speaker Has Great Hardware and a Frustrating Brain

Google’s first smart speaker in six years finally arrived, and the hardware delivers. The problem is what’s supposed to make it special: Gemini for Home still trips over itself in ways that undercut the whole pitch.

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HP OmniBook Ultra Review: A Premium Laptop Undone by Small Annoyances

The HP OmniBook Ultra nails the big stuff — display, build quality, raw performance. What keeps it from being an easy recommendation is everything else: the bloatware, the so-so trackpad, and a keyboard that doesn’t quite match the price tag.

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Nothing’s Ear (3a) Are Coming, and They Might Be Better Off Without Their Sibling’s Signature Feature

Nothing’s budget earbuds are getting a refresh, and the teaser suggests the Ear (3a) will lean into bold colors rather than copy the pricier Ear (3)’s most talked-about feature — which might actually be the smarter move.

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Is Slimbook Worth It? Here’s What We Tell Linux Users Asking

A reader wanted to know whether Spanish laptop maker Slimbook is a smart buy for daily Linux use. Here’s a breakdown of what makes these machines different from a mainstream laptop running Linux as an afterthought.

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7 S Pen Tricks That Make the Galaxy S26 Ultra Worth Its Price

The S Pen is easy to overlook once the initial novelty wears off, but paired with One UI 8.5 on the Galaxy S26 Ultra, it quietly turns into one of the most useful tools on the phone. Here’s how to actually get your money’s worth out of it.