Technology
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Easing of immigration rules may not be enough to keep UK ahead of rivals, say experts
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Campaigners say technology risks turning UK citizens into ‘walking ID cards’ -
Features for synching with other apps is most aggressive move yet to capitalise on Facebook’s problems -
Jordan Erica Webber looks at what is currently happening in the world of space technology, including the burgeoning issue of space pollution -
Julia would buy a MacBook Pro Retina but she doesn’t like the latest version’s keyboard. What are the alternatives?
In depth
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James Bridle’s essay on disturbing YouTube content aimed at children went viral last year. Has the problem gone away – or is it getting worse? -
Reviews
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5 out of 5 stars.
Marshall Major III Bluetooth review: rocking wireless headphones
5 out of 5 stars.The much-loved British brand has improved its wireless on-ear range, perfect for metal and hip-hop heads alike -
Lanier was there for the creation of the internet and is convinced that social media is toxic, making us sadder, angrier and more isolated
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Honor 10 review: premium phone that punches above its price
5 out of 5 stars. -
OnePlus 6 review: top-end smartphone for half cost of iPhone X
5 out of 5 stars. -
Huawei P20 Pro review – the three-camera iPhone killer
5 out of 5 stars.
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Games
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Playstation, Xbox, Ubisoft, Bethesda, EA and more competed for the video game world’s attention this week in LA. Here’s what stood out. -
World’s favourite video game holds first major competition, watched live in LA by 15,000 fans and millions more online
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The company is investing in studios in attempt to win over next generation of gamers -
3 out of 5 stars.
Unravel Two review – adorable yarn adventure knits in co-op play
3 out of 5 stars.Throwing in a cute companion entwines players to solve puzzles together, but makes the gameplay over-dependent on action dynamics -
Join video games editor Keza MacDonald and correspondent Keith Stuart for another day of video game news, including the latest from Sony and Ubisoft at E3. -
One of the most popular games in the world arrives on Nintendo’s Switch console on Tuesday, and Nintendo has revealed new games arriving in the next year
Inside Silicon Valley
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Ramesh Balwani, former president of blood-testing startup, also charged and
pair appear in federal court hours after Holmes quits as CEO -
A proposal to divide the state in thirds will appear on the November 2018 ballot – but is it more than a stunt?
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CEO says thousands of job losses are part of a ‘difficult, but necessary’ restructuring
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Facing criticism over the grip it has on our lives, Silicon Valley has developed the idea of ‘digital wellbeing’. I don’t buy it, says the author Steven Poole
Spotlight
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Apple has unveiled its new OS for its smartphones and tablets. What does it mean for notifications, privacy and emoji?
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Graham and his wife take thousands of photos while travelling but aren’t always near wifi – is there a cloudless alternative?
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Broadband is slow on June’s farm and BT wants £16,000 to install something faster. What are the options? -
Matt’s dad wants to organise files and make them accessible via his phone and tablet. Which program should he choose? -
Celia’s working day was almost ruined after she was caught out by an enforced update. Can she stop it happening again?
Gadget reviews
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5 out of 5 stars.
Amazon Echo Spot review Cute smart speaker with a screen
5 out of 5 stars.The firm’s latest Alexa-powered addition to its Echo range adds a clock and touchscreen interface to the mix -
5 out of 5 stars.
Sonos One review The best smart speaker for audiophiles
5 out of 5 stars.The company’s first foray into smart tech adds Amazon’s Alexa to a great wireless speaker to create a formidable combo -
4 out of 5 stars.
Apple HomePod review Siri lets down best sounding smart speaker
4 out of 5 stars.It’s the wifi speaker to beat in terms of audio but being locked in to Apple services is frustrating and its voice assistant is lacking -
5 out of 5 stars.
Ring Video Doorbell 2 review Deal with doorsteppers from your sofa
5 out of 5 stars.This smart doorbell connects to your phone – but you might want to disable notifications when at work
Rise of the machines Has technology evolved beyond our control?