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I’m obsessed with music. While most of what I listen to comes from playlists I’ve created myself, the rest comes from Spotify-generated playlists. If you haven’t explored them yet, here are four I’d recommend checking out. 1 Discover Weekly Whether you’re trying to diversify your music palette to avoid a disappointing Spotify Wrapped at the end of the year or simply tired of listening to the same tracks daily, the Discover Weekly playlist is a great way to shake things up. The playlist is updated every Monday with thirty fresh tracks and helps you discover new music that aligns with…

Running an AI model without an internet connection sounds brilliant but typically requires powerful, expensive hardware. However, that’s not always the case: DeepSeek’s R1 model is a useful option for lower-powered devices—and it’s also surprisingly easy to install. What Does Running a Local AI Chatbot Mean? When you use online AI chatbots like ChatGP, your requests are processed on OpenAI’s servers, meaning your device isn’t doing the heavy lifting. You need a constant internet connection to communicate with the AI chatbots, and you’re never in complete control of your data. The large language models that power AI chatbots, like ChatGPT,…

Quick Links Connect Your iPhone to Your TV With AirPlay Cast Content to Your TV With Google Chromecast There’s nothing like watching your favorite content on a big screen, and devices like Chromecast and Apple TV have made it even easier to connect your iPhone to your TV. Connect Your iPhone to Your TV With AirPlay Michael Derrer Fuchs/Shutterstock If you own an Apple TV or a compatible third-party AirPlay receiver, you can easily mirror your iPhone’s screen to your TV. You can also stream content directly from apps that fully support AirPlay. How to Screen Mirror Your iPhone to…

Quick Links During the Holiday Season Finding the best deals on a new smart TV comes down to timing. But when is that perfect moment? It’s hard to figure out, but I’ve found that these are the best times to buy a new smart TV to get the best deals possible. 1 Before the Super Bowl One of the best times to buy a new TV is ahead of the Super Bowl. This is typically between mid-January and early February because, since 2004, the Super Bowl always takes place in February. During this time, companies and retailers offer massive discounts…

If you’re reading this, it means you’re on the lookout for the best smartwatch you can buy. Maybe your trusty Apple Watch has finally reached the end of its life, or perhaps your Android Wear OS timepiece met an unfortunate end after a not-so-graceful tumble off the table (thanks to your mischievous cat, no doubt). Whatever the reason, smartwatches have come a long way. Whether you’re a fitness fanatic tracking every step, a busy professional managing notifications on the go, or simply someone who loves tech-packed accessories, there’s a perfect smartwatch for you. But with so many models offering different…

In the market for an Android upgrade? Competition has never been stiffer, with all manner of makers vying for your prestigious pocket space – making selecting the best Android phone a tricky task. With every phone under the sun wanting to be named the best smartphone on sale, you might feel spoilt for choice. We’re here to help. We’ve tested all of the latest Android handsets and rated our favourites in the list below. That includes premium flagships from the likes of Google, Samsung and Sony, plus a handful of more affordable Android alternatives. Whether you’re ready to shell out…

I was torn on the original Apple Watch. It was great that Apple tried something new (at least, to Apple). And I saw value in alerts, exercise tracking and Lifeline… (aka the one good Apple Watch game – there are now a handful more). I was less keen on regularly almost accidentally punching someone in the face due to the exaggerated wrist flick required to activate the screen to find out the time. And even today, the device elicits mixed feelings through trying to do too much. I sometimes can’t help wishing it was simpler. Which makes it a pity I missed out…

Quick Links Why I’m Deleting My Streaming Watchlists How to Delete Your Streaming Watchlists Watchlists are a common feature across all the major streaming platforms. But do you really need to create and maintain watchlists? I’m here to argue against them—so much so that I’m actually deleting all of my watchlists, and recommend that you do the same. Why I’m Deleting My Streaming Watchlists Streaming has become such a standard practice that I have been paying for Netflix for over a decade. And while Disney+ and Apple TV+ haven’t been around as long, they have still been available for many…

Quick Links Is Qwen Better Than DeepSeek? Summary Qwen Max is a powerful AI model with support for 29 languages and can handle 128,000 tokens. Versions of the AI model like Qwen2.5-Coder-32B excel at coding, while QwQ-32B can think and reason. Qwen outperforms DeepSeek in benchmarks, offering quicker responses and better alignment with human preferences. Before DeepSeek could fade out the headline, another Chinese AI model has come to upseat it. Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba has announced a new version of its Qwen family of AI models, and there’s a lot to like—it’s better than DeepSeek and ChatGPT in some…

Spatial audio seems an awesome idea for enhancing our auditory experience through simulated three-dimensional space. However, it doesn’t always sound like it should. So, where exactly is spatial audio useful? 7 Playing FPS Games DC Studio / Shutterstock First-person shooter (FPS) games demand quick reflexes and sharp situational awareness. The extra stimuli from simulated 3D audio make it easier for players to recognize their in-game surroundings, providing better situational awareness. In competitive FPS titles like Counter-Strike and Valorant, knowing exactly where an enemy is located can mean the difference between winning and losing. Spatial audio allows players to hear footsteps,…