February 2021

Learn to code with this JavaScript developer bundle

TL;DR: The Full Stack JavaScript Developer E-Degree Bundle is on sale for £14.33 as of March 1, saving you 89% on list price.


It seems like a lot of people nowadays are "pivoting" into programming — you know, quitting their jobs to enter coding bootcamps and emerging as newly christened (possibly enlightened) developers ready to do their civic duty. It certainly pays to become a programmer, but considering the plethora of different languages out there, where's an aspiring coder to start?

Here's a little secret: The lists of the most important languages for developers rarely change all that much — and JavaScript is usually near the top. Read more...

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Pay what you want for this stacked video game development bundle

TL;DR: As of March 1, you can pay what you want for the Unity Game Development Bundle.


Anyone who's even remotely into gaming knows that RDR2 is unrivaled graphics-wise, which begs an important question: How?

Like many other leading gaming companies — Electronic Arts and Ubisoft, to name a couple — Rockstar has made its game engine a proprietary software. But that doesn't mean you have to dash your dreams of creating the next RDR2 just yet: There are plenty of game engines out there that are free for anyone to download and use.

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Lime said Monday it has allocated $50 million towards its bike-share operation, an investment that has been used to develop a new ebike and will fund its expansion this year to another 25 cities in North America, Europe, and Australia and New Zealand. 

If the company hits its goal, Lime’s bike-share service will be operational in 50 cities globally by the end of 2021.

The latest generation e-bike, known internally as 6.0, has a swappable battery that is interchangeable with Lime’s newest scooter. Additional upgrades to the e-bike include increased motor power, a phone holder, a new handlebar display, an electric lock that replaces the former generation’s cable lock and an automatic two-speed transmission. The new bikes are expected to launch and scale this summer. 

The hardware upgrade builds off of the 5.8, a bike developed by Jump that was supposed to be deployed in 2020. That never happened at scale because Uber, which owned Jump, offloaded the unit to Lime as part of a complex $170 million investment round announced in May.

“Jump made great hardware,” Lime President Joe Kraus said in a recent interview. “And we made some further improvements on top with the new bike.”

The hardware upgrades and expansion were funded from its own operational funds, not new financing from outside investors, Kraus said. The funding was possible as a result of Lime achieving its first full quarter of profitability in 2020, according to the company.

“We have figured out how to be profitable and we are funding this,” Kraus said.

Lime not only added a new motor to the bike, it moved its location in an aim to make it easier to handle at low speeds and enough power to climb hills, Kraus said. The swappable battery was perhaps its most important upgrade directly tied to its drive towards profitability, Kraus added.

“When our operations teams is roaming around the city, they take can care of bikes and the scooter fleet, which allows us to both operate profitably and continue to have affordable pricing,” he added.

Lime’s investment in its ebike operation comes a month after it announced plans to add electric mopeds to its micromobility platform as the startup aims to own the spectrum of inner city travel from jaunts to the corner store to longer distance trips up to five miles. Lime is launching the effort by deploying 600 electric mopeds on its platform this spring in Washington D.C. The company is also working with officials to pilot the mopeds in Paris. Eventually, the mopeds will be offered in a “handful of cities” over the next several months.

“This idea of how to service more trips five miles within a city is part of why we continue to do multi modality,” Kraus said. “When we add a new modality like bikes into a scooter city, or when we add scooters to a bike city both modalities go up in usage.”




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Jason Sudeikis accepting his Golden Globe in a hoodie is all of us

As fun as it was to see beautiful famous people all dressed up for a very expensive Zoom meeting, there was no perfectly pandemic-era awards show moment quite like Jason Sudeikis and his tie-dye hoodie.

While a couple of celebs copped to making some concessions to not being on the red carpet — Best Actor in a Limited Series winner John Boyega shouted out the "trackie bottoms" (i.e. sweatpants) he paired with his white dinner jacket — several nominees showed up to their video links in regular clothes. Jeff Daniels, Bill Murray, Chloe Zhao, Jodie Foster (in fabulous silk pyjamas) and Sudeikis all opted for comfort, and we respect them for it. Read more...

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Tina Fey and Amy Poehler kick off the very topical 2021 Golden Globes

Leave it to Tina Fey and Amy Poehler to make a pandemic-era awards show actually feel relevant.

On Sunday, the legendary comedic duo returned to host the Golden Globes for the fourth time — this year in a socially distanced, bicoastal ceremony held before a special in-person audience of first responders and essential workers, with celeb guests and nominees tuning in digitally.

With Fey hosting from the Rainbow Room in New York City and Poehler from the event's traditional ballroom venue at the Los Angeles Beverly Hilton, the SNL alumnae kicked off the night with a very 2021 monologue that touched on everything from the Emily in Paris controversy and Zoom calls to TikTok and the cranberry juice skateboard guy.  Read more...

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In the isolated grief of our pandemic bubbles, we are all Wanda Maximoff

This post contains spoilers for WandaVision Episode 8. 

Listen. I didn't think I'd be relating to a mythically powerful witch from a comic book superhero show who created her own alternate reality TV bubble to stave off the grief and isolation outside of it. But a year spent in quarantine surviving a pandemic does strange things to a person.

In the latest episode of Marvel's WandaVision, we finally got answers to exactly how Wanda Maximoff birthed an entire universe of illusions that exist under her control. Turns out it was through nothing more and nothing less than the uncontrollable power of her own loss, isolation, rage, (literal) magical thinking, and will to survive.  Read more...

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Skydio has raised $170 million in a Series D funding round led by Andreessen Horowitz’s Growth Fund. That pushes it into unicorn territory, with $340 million in total funding and a post-money valuation north of $1 billion. Skydio’s fresh capital comes on the heels of its expansion last year into the enterprise market, and it intends to use the considerable pile of cash to help it expand globally and accelerate product development.

In July of last year, Skydio announced its $100 million Series C financing, and also debuted the X2, its first dedicated enterprise drone. The company also launched a suite of software for commercial and enterprise customers, its first departure from the consumer drone market where it had been focused prior to that raise since its founding in 2014.

Skydio’s debut drone, the R1, received a lot of accolades and praise for its autonomous capabilities. Unlike other consumer drones at the time, including from recreational drone maker DJI, the R1 could track a target and film them while avoiding obstacles without any human intervention required. Skydio then released the Skydio 2 in 2019, its second drone, cutting off more than half the price while improving on it its autonomous tracking and video capabilities.

Late last year, Skydio brought on additional senior talent to help it address enterprise and government customers, including a software development lead who had experience at Tesla and 3D printing company Carbon. Skydio also hired two Samsara executives at the same time to work on product and engineering. Samsara provides a platform for managing cloud-based fleet operations for large enterprises.

The applications of Skydio’s technology for commercial, public sector and enterprise organizations are many and varied. Already, the company works with public utilities, fire departments, construction firms and more to do work including remote inspection, emergency response, urban planning and more. Skydio’s U.S. pedigree also puts it in prime position to capitalize on the growing interest in applications from the defense sector.

a16z previously led Skydio’s Series A round. Other investors who participated in this Series D include Lines Capital, Next47, IVP and UP.Partners.




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Japanese space startup Gitai has raised a $17.1 million funding round, a Series B financing for the robotics startup. This new funding will be used for hiring, as well as funding the development and execution of an on-orbit demonstration mission for the company’s robotic technology, which will show its efficacy in performing in-space satellite servicing work. That mission is currently set to take place in 2023.

Gitai will also be staffing up in the U.S., specifically, as it seeks to expand its stateside presence in a bid to attract more business from that market.

“We are proceeding well in the Japanese market, and we’ve already contracted missions from Japanese companies, but we haven’t expanded to the U.S. market yet,” explained Gitai founder and CEO Sho Nakanose in an interview. So we would like to get missions from U.S. commercial space companies, as a subcontractor first. We’re especially interested in on-orbit servicing, and we would like to provide general-purpose robotic solutions for an orbital service provider in the U.S.”

Nakanose told me that Gitai has plenty of experience under its belt developing robots which are specifically able to install hardware on satellites on-orbit, which could potentially be useful for upgrading existing satellites and constellations with new capabilities, for changing out batteries to keep satellites operational beyond their service life, or for repairing satellites if they should malfunction.

Gitai’s focus isn’t exclusively on extra-vehicular activity in the vacuum of space, however. It’s also performing a demonstration mission of its technical capabilities in partnership with Nanoracks using the Bishop Airlock, which is the first permanent commercial addition to the International Space Station. Gitai’s robot, codenamed S1, is an arm–style robot not unlike industrial robots here on Earth, and it’ll be showing off a number of its capabilities, including operating a control panel and changing out cables.

Long-term, Gitai’s goal is to create a robotic workforce that can assist with establishing bases and colonies on the Moon and Mars, as well as in orbit. With NASA’s plans to build a more permanent research presence on orbit at the Moon, as well as on the surface, with the eventual goal of reaching Mars, and private companies like SpaceX and Blue Origin looking ahead to more permanent colonies on Mars, as well as large in-space habitats hosting humans as well as commercial activity, Nakanose suggests that there’s going to be ample need for low-cost, efficient robotic labor – particularly in environments that are inhospitable to human life.

Nakanose told me that he actually got started with Gitai after the loss of his mother – an unfortunate passing he said he firmly believes could have been avoided with the aid of robotic intervention. He began developing robots that could expand and augment human capability, and then researched what was likely the most useful and needed application of this technology from a commercial perspective. That research led Nakanose to conclude that space was the best long-term opportunity for a new robotics startup, and Gitai was born.

This funding was led by SPARX Innovation for the Future Co. Ltd, and includes funding form DcI Venture Growth Fund, the Dai-ichi Life Insurance Company, and EP-GB (Epson’s venture investment arm).




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The complete list of winners at the 2021 Golden Globes

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Build your own video games with this interactive Unity training bundle

TL;DR: The 2021 Premium Unity Game Developer Certification Bundle is on sale for £32.25 as of Feb. 28, saving you 98% on list price.


Last year might’ve sucked big time, but it was actually a great year for gaming. A couple shiny new consoles came out, as well as a treasure trove of new games. Major studios had some big releases — like Nintendo’s Animal Crossing: New Horizons and Square Enix’s FFVII Remake — but the biggest standouts of the year were the indie gems.

In fact, Among Us, a charming indie party game of teamwork and betrayal, ranked high on many lists as one of the best games of 2020. It held its own among major studio hits and was even labeled one of the best comfort-food games of the year. And, guess what: It was made in a tiny development studio in Washington on none other than the Unity engine — a platform even non-coders can build games on. Read more...

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Create impressive comic book characters with this drawing bundle

TL;DR: The Learn to Draw Comic Book Characters Bundle is on sale for £14.33 as of Feb. 28, saving you 97% on list price.


There are a lot of classes available that will help beginners become solid artists — and this Learn to Draw course bundle is a great option.

This collection is focused primarily on illustrating comic books. You'll start with a course on human form drawing, then move on to a step-by-step guide to drawing superheroes. Beyond just learning to draw existing superhero characters, you'll also develop and draw your own — you'll even design the suit.

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6 of the best Python courses for aspiring programmers

Dutch computer scientist Guido van Rossum decided to take on a fun little side project over the Christmas break in 1989: building a new programming language. The one he used in projects at work was overcomplicated and clunky, but he thought he could use some of its better features to create something more forgiving, flexible, and easier to read.

Van Rossen developed his language mostly in his free time over the course of the next year, eventually deciding to name it "Python" after the British comedy series Monty Python's Flying Circus, whose published scripts he was reading at the time of its implementation. In the years since, it's basically become the Holy Grail of general-purpose programming languages. Read more...

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BEST FOR TOTAL BEGINNERS

2021 Complete Python Bootcamp From Zero to Hero in Python

This fast-paced course is a clear favourite for Python rookies who want to learn how to code in their free time.

  • Platform: Udemy
  • List price: £59.99
  • Instructor(s): Jose Portilla, head of data science at Pierian Data Inc.
  • Prerequisites: None
  • Class duration: 22 hours, 3 minutes (self-paced)
  • Certificate of completion: Yes
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BEST FREE COURSE

Programming for Everybody (Getting Started with Python)

A free-to-audit option makes this acclaimed Python course one of the best deals in online learning.

  • Platform: Coursera
  • List price: Free to audit
  • Instructor(s): Dr. Charles Russell Severance, clinical professor at the University of Michigan School of Information
  • Prerequisites: Basic math knowledge, moderate computer experience
  • Class duration: Approx. 19 hours divided up over 7 weeks (set start date with flexible deadlines)
  • Certificate of completion: No
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The Python Bible: Everything You Need to Program in Python

It doesn't go beyond the basics, but this video-based class is excellent at showing students the clear potential for Python's use in the real world.

  • Platform: Udemy
  • List price: £99.99
  • Instructor(s): Ziyad Yehia, CEO and core instructor at Internet of Things Academy
  • Prerequisites: None
  • Class duration: 9 hours, 8 minutes (self-paced)
  • Certificate of completion: Yes
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Automate the Boring Stuff with Python Programming

This quick-hit course will show you how Python can take the tedium out of business tasks.

  • Platform: Udemy
  • List price: £49.99
  • Instructor(s): Al Sweigart, software developer, UI designer, and tech book author
  • Prerequisites: Basic computer skillls
  • Class duration: 9 hours, 30 minutes (self-paced)
  • Certificate of completion: Yes
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Introduction to Computer Science and Programming Using Python

This in-depth MIT offering presents a good challenge if you already have a grasp on Python basics.

  • Platform: edX
  • List price: Free
  • Instructor(s): John Guttag, professor of computer science and electrical engineering at MIT; Eric Grimson, professor of medical engineering and computer science at MIT; and Ana Bell, lecturer on computer science and electrical engineering at MIT
  • Prerequisites: Secondary school algebra and a "reasonable aptitude" for math; students with no programming background will experience a higher learning curve
  • Class duration: 9 weeks (recommended: 14 to 16 hours/week) with set learning schedule
  • Certificate of completion: Yes, for £50
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Python Development TechDegree

This online bootcamp places a high value on peer-to-peer feedback and staff support, so you're building a network along with a portfolio.

  • Platform: Treehouse
  • List price: £140/month
  • Instructor(s): Kenneth Love, Python engineer; Treasure Porth, web developer; Craig Dennis, backend developer; Jay McGavren, developer and author; Ashley Boucher, software developer; and Megan Amendola, UX designer and software developer
  • Prerequisites: None
  • Class duration: 2 to 5 months (self-paced)
  • Certificate of completion: Yes



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You can still get 3 months of Amazon Music HD for absolutely nothing

SAVE OVER £40: A three-month subscription to Amazon Music HD is available for free, saving you over £40 on list price.


We don't know about you, but when we hear about genuine freebies, it's normally too late. These sort of deals obviously don't tend to stick around for too long, and we always seem to just miss the deadline. We don't want this to happen to you.

Until March 1, you can get a three-month subscription to Amazon Music HD for free. Yep, that's right. You can try this popular music streaming service for absolutely nothing. Where's the catch?

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6 of the best dash cams for recording your every move

The thing about dash cams is that most people don't realise how useful these little cameras are until it's too late. A lot of drivers have either had an accident or been involved in an incident on the roads, and have really regretted not being equipped with a dash cam.

Alternatively, you might simply be risk-averse and sensible, and you're planning on investing in a dash cam before you're filled with regrets. Whether you are planning ahead or making sure you're never caught out again, we can help you find the perfect dash cam for you and your car.

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Nextbase 622GW

This premium dash cam is the most advanced model on offer, with a wide range of advanced features.

  • Video quality: 4K
  • Viewing angle: 140 degrees
  • GPS tracker: Yes
  • Memory: MicroSD card (not included)
£277.95 from Amazon
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Garmin Dash Cam 56

This Garmin dash cam is full of beginner-friendly features that make setup and updating easy.

  • Video quality: 1440p HD
  • Viewing angle: 140 degrees
  • GPS tracker: Yes
  • Memory: microSDHC card (not included)
£149.99 from Amazon
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Kenwood DRV-830

This powerful dash cam's included MicroSD card and internal memory provides massive storage capabilities.

  • Video quality: 1440p HD
  • Viewing angle: 144 degrees
  • GPS tracker: Yes
  • Memory: MicroSD card (included) and internal memory
£149.95 from Amazon
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BEST FRONT AND REAR CAM PACKAGE

Viofo A129 Pro Duo

Cover the front and back of your car with this impressive camera package.

  • Video quality: 4K
  • Viewing angle: 140 degrees
  • GPS tracker: Yes
  • Memory: MicroSD card (not included)
£219.95 from Amazon
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BEST FOR A BIT OF EVERYTHING

Nextbase 522GW

This isn't the most advanced Nextbase model but it covers all the basics and more.

  • Video quality: 1440p
  • Viewing angle: 140 degrees
  • GPS tracker: Yes
  • Memory: MicroSD card (not included)
£149 from Amazon
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BEST FOR SIZE

Garmin Dash Cam Mini

A compact and simple dash cam that won't get in the way.

  • Video quality: 1080p
  • Viewing angle: 140 degrees
  • GPS tracker: No
  • Memory: MicroSD card (not included)
£85.48 from Amazon



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'WandaVision' episode 8 made a strong new case for keeping Disney+

The penultimate episode of WandaVision finally answered one of the series’ longstanding questions by explaining how the Westview hex came into being. The answer was not Mephisto, the Nexus, or Agatha all along: It was Wanda’s unyielding grief manifesting as pure chaos magic. The moments leading up to that explanation are some of the finest emotional beats in the MCU, which is interesting because almost all of them take place between the events of the franchise’s extant films. 

For the first time, Wanda’s behind-the-scenes pain took precedence over the world-changing events of the Avengers movies and the result is a compelling case for watching every single Wanda Maximoff scene in the MCU all over again. The context of Wanda’s repeated traumas, as shown in episode 8, makes both her and Vision more interesting in retrospect, which is frankly a brilliant move for a media franchise that requires its fans to look forwards and backwards to get the complete story. Read more...

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Act fast: Best Buy has restocked the Xbox Series X and PS5

UPDATE: Feb. 26, 2021, 2:12 p.m. EST All next-gen consoles are now sold out at Best Buy. We will update this page as soon as PlayStation and Xbox systems are restocked again. 

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We're willing to bet that many of you are still holding out hope to score either an Xbox Series X or PlayStation 5 sometime this year (or maybe both, in which case, you're going to need a lot of luck). It's been near impossible to snag one of the coveted next-gen consoles since their respective release dates in late 2020, with restocks sporadically popping up from time to time. And when they finally do get restocked, they're gone just as quickly as they arrived.  Read more...

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Netflix's 'Shadow and Bone' trailer hints at the epic fantasy adventure that awaits

Fantasy fans, your next adventure awaits.

Based on the first book in Leigh Bardugo's best-selling young adult Grisha trilogy, Shadow and Bone catches up with orphan soldier Alina Starkov after she unleashes a special power that could set her country free. However, with the monstrous threat of the Shadow Fold on the horizon, she must leave all she knows to join an army of magical soldiers. Will she have what it takes to survive?

Shadow and Bone's first teaser gives us a glimpse at all the gripping action sequences and far-off lands that await. What wonders lie ahead?

Shadow and Bone hits Netflix on April 23. Read more...

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Does anyone actually like Clubhouse?

A confession: I'm trying — I'm really trying — to grasp Clubhouse's appeal. I spend so much of my life thinking about, and being on, social media. I want to understand why some people are obsessed with the audio-only social app. 

But, for the most part, I find it so...unlikable. I've been actively using it for a couple weeks and every time I've logged on it's been like pulling teeth. Every room I've jumped into feels like an unholy mashup of self-promotion, seminar lecturing, and the mind-numbing prattle that typically fills the ballrooms of professional conferences. 

How many times can I hear someone say things like, "I think that's a really great point, to expand further on that concept..." I need to know: How and why do people enjoy that? Read more...

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Become an AWS expert with this set of online classes

TL;DR: BitDegree Academy AWS Online Courses and Practice Exams are on sale for £57.40 as of Feb. 21, saving you 59% on list price.


Lots of companies use Amazon Web Services, which means they need IT professionals who know the ins and outs of AWS to keep them afloat.

Packed with nearly 200 lectures and over eight hours of content, this AWS online training equips you with the tools and techniques you’ll need to become an AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner. 

You’ll be introduced to the concept behind clouds, like architecture design principles, AWS value proposition, and cloud economics aspects. Then, you’ll learn about AWS shared responsibility, access management, concepts of security, and compliance. Designed specifically for those with little to no cloud knowledge, you’ll be able to work at your own speed and revisit any complex subjects again. You’ll even be able to take 10 different practice exams to test your knowledge along the way. Read more...

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Secure all your devices with the best routers that work with VPNs

Once thought of as solely the choice for those conducting nefarious activities, it now just makes sense for everyone to have an extra layer of security with a VPN when browsing online, especially when doing things like checking online banking accounts.

Without a VPN, your data is effectively open to anyone because it's not encrypted. While most people don't have to worry too much about being spied on, it's still a risk that's not worth taking. Circumventing it by installing a VPN really doesn't take much effort. It's simple enough to find a good quality VPN — such as ExpressVPN or Private Internet Access — before setting it up with your devices. Read more...

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Linksys WRT 3200 ACM

Open source firmware with plenty of features makes this the ideal router for all VPN users.

  • Frequency: 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz
  • Data transfer rate: 2,160 Mbps
  • Processor: 1.8 GHz dual-core
  • Ports: 5 ethernet ports, 1 USB 3.0 port, 1 USB 2.0 port
£199.99 from Amazon
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BEST FOR PERFORMANCE

Asus RT-AC86U

Fast and reliable performance makes the Asus RT-AC86U an appealing option, but don't be surprised if its firmware feels overly complicated.

  • Frequency: 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz
  • Data transfer rate: 2,900 Mbps
  • Processor: 1.8 GHz dual-core
  • Ports: 4 ethernet ports, 1 USB 3.0 port, and 1 USB 2.0 port
£156.99 from Amazon
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BEST FOR A LARGE HOUSEHOLD

ASUS RT-AC5300

The Asus RT-AC5300 is an unusual looking device that's impressively powerful.

  • Frequency: 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz
  • Data transfer rate: 5,300 Mbps
  • Processor: 1.4 GHz dual-core
  • Ports: 4 ethernet ports, 1 USB 3.0 port
£488 from Amazon
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BEST FOR TIGHT BUDGETS

TP-Link Archer C7 AC1750

A decent VPN router doesn't have to cost a fortune if you don't mind cutting back on some features.

  • Frequency: 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz
  • Data transfer rate: 1,750 Mbps
  • Processor: 750 MHz processor
  • Ports: 4 ethernet ports, 1 USB 2.0 port
£72.97 from Amazon
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Netgear Nighthawk R7000

Netgear comes equipped with OpenVPN for easy VPN client installation.

  • Frequency: 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz
  • Data transfer rate: 1,900 Mbps
  • Processor: 1 GHz dual-core
  • Ports: 4 ethernet ports, 1 USB 3.0 port, 1 USB 2.0 port
£139.99 from Currys PC World



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10 best Google Chrome extensions for productivity

There's a very good chance the most productive people you know aren't just naturally organized and efficient. Instead, they may be using an entire suite of tools to help them stay on track. Google Chrome extensions are an example of tools that can help with productivity issues. These miniature software programs work within your browser to add new and useful functionality.

We're taking a look at the best Google Chrome extensions for productivity. Extra bonus: All of these are completely free to use. You probably don't need every one of them, but activate a carefully selected few, and people might start to wonder how you manage to be quite so productive…  Read more...

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6 of the best dash cams for recording your every move

The thing about dash cams is that most people don't realise how useful these little cameras are until it's too late. A lot of drivers have either had an accident or been involved in an incident on the roads, and have really regretted not being equipped with a dash cam.

Alternatively, you might simply be risk-averse and sensible, and you're planning on investing in a dash cam before you're filled with regrets. Whether you are planning ahead or making sure you're never caught out again, we can help you find the perfect dash cam for you and your car.

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BEST FOR ADVANCED FEATURES

Nextbase 622GW

This premium dash cam is the most advanced model on offer, with a wide range of advanced features.

  • Video quality: 4K
  • Viewing angle: 140 degrees
  • GPS tracker: Yes
  • Memory: MicroSD card (not included)
£277.95 from Amazon
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BEST FOR BEGINNERS

Garmin Dash Cam 56

This Garmin dash cam is full of beginner-friendly features that make setup and updating easy.

  • Video quality: 1440p HD
  • Viewing angle: 140 degrees
  • GPS tracker: Yes
  • Memory: microSDHC card (not included)
£149.99 from Amazon
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Kenwood DRV-830

This powerful dash cam's included MicroSD card and internal memory provides massive storage capabilities.

  • Video quality: 1440p HD
  • Viewing angle: 144 degrees
  • GPS tracker: Yes
  • Memory: MicroSD card (included) and internal memory
£149.95 from Amazon
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Viofo A129 Pro Duo

Cover the front and back of your car with this impressive camera package.

  • Video quality: 4K
  • Viewing angle: 140 degrees
  • GPS tracker: Yes
  • Memory: MicroSD card (not included)
£219.95 from Amazon
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Nextbase 522GW

This isn't the most advanced Nextbase model but it covers all the basics and more.

  • Video quality: 1440p
  • Viewing angle: 140 degrees
  • GPS tracker: Yes
  • Memory: MicroSD card (not included)
£149 from Amazon
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Garmin Dash Cam Mini

A compact and simple dash cam that won't get in the way.

  • Video quality: 1080p
  • Viewing angle: 140 degrees
  • GPS tracker: No
  • Memory: MicroSD card (not included)
£85.48 from Amazon



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'WandaVision' episode 8 made a strong new case for keeping Disney+

The penultimate episode of WandaVision finally answered one of the series’ longstanding questions by explaining how the Westview hex came into being. The answer was not Mephisto, the Nexus, or Agatha all along: It was Wanda’s unyielding grief manifesting as pure chaos magic. The moments leading up to that explanation are some of the finest emotional beats in the MCU, which is interesting because almost all of them take place between the events of the franchise’s extant films. 

For the first time, Wanda’s behind-the-scenes pain took precedence over the world-changing events of the Avengers movies and the result is a compelling case for watching every single Wanda Maximoff scene in the MCU all over again. The context of Wanda’s repeated traumas, as shown in episode 8, makes both her and Vision more interesting in retrospect, which is frankly a brilliant move for a media franchise that requires its fans to look forwards and backwards to get the complete story. Read more...

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Act fast: Best Buy has restocked the Xbox Series X and PS5

UPDATE: Feb. 26, 2021, 2:12 p.m. EST All next-gen consoles are now sold out at Best Buy. We will update this page as soon as PlayStation and Xbox systems are restocked again. 

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We're willing to bet that many of you are still holding out hope to score either an Xbox Series X or PlayStation 5 sometime this year (or maybe both, in which case, you're going to need a lot of luck). It's been near impossible to snag one of the coveted next-gen consoles since their respective release dates in late 2020, with restocks sporadically popping up from time to time. And when they finally do get restocked, they're gone just as quickly as they arrived.  Read more...

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