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How to win January – 7 inspiring ways to upgrade your life with tech in 2026
Looking to upgrade your life with tech in 2026? Here's how the TechRadar team are doing it – and how you can do the same.
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I made my home audio setup sing using a roomEQ kit – here's how you can too
Want to really hear what your home audio setup can do in 2026? I tried using a room correction kit, here were the results.
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I hate fitness apps – here's why AllTrails could be your key to a healthier 2026
Here's why AllTrails is the fitness account you really need, if you want an adventurous new year.
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Scalpers are ruining the Internet, and in 2026, I hope their reign of terror comes to an end
Scalpers are one of the worst things about online shopping, and in 2026 I want them to disappear forever.
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I'm transforming Windows 11 in 2026 using PowerToys – and you can too
If you thought PowerToys was a mysterious suite of high-powered tools for enthusiast tinkerers only, well, think again.
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Hisense L9Q projector review: A new ultra short throw benchmark
The Hisense L9Q brings top-shelf projection and robust audio to a convenient ultra short throw footprint.
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The Ninja Crispi Pro 6-in-1 Glass Countertop Air Fryer is super-sized for families and entertaining
Ninja has upscaled its portable Ninja Crispi air fryer, and this new version is big enough to feed a crowd.
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Rotel DX-5 review: your new miniature stereo amp hero
Rotel has belatedly realised that ‘small’ really might be ‘beautiful’ after all – and the DX-5 wants to be your miniature stereo hero
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KEF XIO review: A massive soundbar with performance (and price) to match
KEF’s first Dolby Atmos soundbar impresses
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I tested the Cuisinart FlexPrep 1.1L– a budget-friendly but incredibly powerful food processor
The Cuisinart FlexPrep 1.1L Food Processor packs a lot of power in a compact package, delivering high-quality results with impressive speed.
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Edifier S880DB MKII review: eye-candy small-format active bookshelf speakers that are a feature-filled delight
The Edifier S880DB MKII active bookshelf speakers look great and shine at the top end but lack bass are up against cheaper, and better, alternatives.
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This vibrating light-therapy wand is the best part of my skincare routine — and it’s already helping my acne
Nanoleaf’s light-therapy treatments are a great, cost-effective way to stimulate your skin, and I think the 6-in-1 light wand is the best of the bunch.
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I'm a phones expert, and these are my 5 tech resolutions for 2026 – from taking better photos to playing more Fortnite
In my quest for self-improvement, I’ve discovered that I need more Victory Royales – here are my 5 smartphone resolutions for 2026.
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Check out leaked photos and videos of Samsung Galaxy S26 dummy units
We've got some fresh leaks around the Galaxy S26 handsets, which are expected around February time.
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Smartphone AI, like Siri and Gemini, has a credibility crisis
Today's AI features are rife with problems, but agentic AI is inevitable, so let's get rid of the worst AI problems now while we train the future.
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OnePlus has revealed more about the Turbo 6 and Turbo 6V gaming phones
After a new phone with a focus on gaming? OnePlus has a couple of handsets that you might be interested in.
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This iPhone 17 rival proves non-Pro phones don't have to compromise on cameras and battery life
The Vivo X300 proves that compact and lightweight phones can deliver a true flagship package.
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I'm glad I found this 'secret' sleep timer for iPhones and iPads
Some iOS and iPadOS apps like Netflix don't have built-in sleep timers, but fortunately this lesser-known feature lets you create your own.
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The OnePlus 15 earned a perfect score; here’s how the Galaxy S26 Ultra could also be a five-out-of-five
The next Ultra could be perfect if it does more with less
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Quordle hints and answers for Thursday, January 1 (game #1438)
Looking for Quordle clues? We can help. Plus get the answers to Quordle today and past solutions.
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NYT Strands hints and answers for Thursday, January 1 (game #669)
Looking for NYT Strands answers and hints? Here's all you need to know to solve today's game, including the spangram.
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Microsoft in 2025: year in review
Microsoft doubled-down on AI this year, and the resulting backlash marked one of the biggest stumbles for the company.
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NYT Wordle today — answer and my hints for game #1656, Wednesday, December 31
Looking for Wordle hints? I can help. Plus get the answers to Wordle today and yesterday.
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I'm transforming Windows 11 in 2026 using PowerToys – and you can too
If you thought PowerToys was a mysterious suite of high-powered tools for enthusiast tinkerers only, well, think again.
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Quordle hints and answers for Wednesday, December 31 (game #1437)
Looking for Quordle clues? We can help. Plus get the answers to Quordle today and past solutions.
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NYT Strands hints and answers for Wednesday, December 31 (game #668)
Looking for NYT Strands answers and hints? Here's all you need to know to solve today's game, including the spangram.
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Polarsteps is the free app that tracks your travels — and it just made my New Year’s resolutions list
Polarsteps is a completely free app that allows you to track and share your travels and journeys, and it even offers a Spotify Wrapped-style recap.
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Apple Macs in 2025: the best and worst moments of the year
How did the Mac do in 2025? We look back on Apple’s past year of computing – both good and bad.
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My year in smartphones – 2025 was the year of the AI phone
New-ish looks, better cameras, and a whole lot of AI marked my 2025 smartphone journey.
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Is an Apple Ring coming or not? Here's what we know so far
There's been a lot of speculation about an Apple Ring in recent years – here's what we know so far.
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I'm tempted by the iPhone 17, but there are 3 reasons why I won't be upgrading just yet
I'm tempted by the iPhone 17, but it's still not compelling enough for me to swap out my current iPhone.
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There are over 55 new Hulu movies arriving in January 2026 — these are the 3 I'd recommend streaming first
Catch new movies Hacksaw Ridge and Heat, as well as the second season of boxing drama A Thousand Blows.
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Six 4K Blu-rays you should buy to go with your new 4K player
If you're just getting into the world of 4K Blu-ray, I've picked 6 discs you should buy to kickstart your collection.
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There are 36 new Netflix movies coming in January – catch these 3 blockbusters with over 90% on Rotten Tomatoes first
Stream 12 Years a Slave and Dune this January and start 2026 with back-to-back blockbusters.
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Spartacus: House of Ashur episode 6 release date and time on Starz
Caesar has shifted something in Ashur, and hopefully, we'll see the consequences in Spartacus: House of Ashur episode 6.
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This feel-good comedy on Prime Video is my top pick for an easy holiday watch
One of my favorite funny films is streaming on Prime to bring you some holiday hilarity – excellent!
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Hisense L9Q projector review: A new ultra short throw benchmark
The Hisense L9Q brings top-shelf projection and robust audio to a convenient ultra short throw footprint.
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Six 4K Blu-rays you should buy to go with your new 4K player
If you're just getting into the world of 4K Blu-ray, I've picked 6 discs you should buy to kickstart your collection.
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LG reveals its version of Samsung's Frame TV, and it's not an OLED
LG's Gallery TV doesn't have OLED: it's a mini-LED TV
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Sonos Beam Gen 2 vs Marshall Heston 60: here’s the compact Dolby Atmos soundbar I’d recommend
The Sonos Beam Gen 2 and Marshall Heston 60 are both excellent compact soundbars, but only one can come out on top.
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I got a 4K Blu-ray player, and now I'm thinking of ditching Netflix Premium
I’ve been using 4K UHD Blu-rays instead of Netflix Premium for a few weeks, but is it really worth it?
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KEF XIO review: A massive soundbar with performance (and price) to match
KEF’s first Dolby Atmos soundbar impresses
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The LG G6 OLED TV details leak, teasing more brightness and other upgrades
Leaked materials show LG's "Brightness Booster Ultra" and what may be the W6 Wallpaper TV
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I've tested more than 30 Bluetooth speakers, but this model surprised me for one key reason — and it's not from Bose or JBL
The Marshall Middleton II plates up impeccable audio quality, and its stereo sound is absolutely spectacular.
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Rotel DX-5 review: your new miniature stereo amp hero
Rotel has belatedly realised that ‘small’ really might be ‘beautiful’ after all – and the DX-5 wants to be your miniature stereo hero
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Edifier S880DB MKII review: eye-candy small-format active bookshelf speakers that are a feature-filled delight
The Edifier S880DB MKII active bookshelf speakers look great and shine at the top end but lack bass are up against cheaper, and better, alternatives.
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Samsung reveals two new wireless speakers that are cooler than I expected
Two new speakers with minimalist designs and driver setups that directly target Sonos' main home speakers.
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Google Pixel Buds 2a review: cheap earbuds that don't hold up against the competition
Google's latest low-cost earbuds may solve issues with older buds, but they don't crack the market yet.
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Someone made a Bluetooth-to-cassette live converter, and it's very cool
YouTuber Julius Makes created a gadget that receives Bluetooth, writes it live to cassette tape, and then plays it back immediately, because why not?
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I'm an audio reviewer, and these are the top 5 Bluetooth speakers of 2025 — picks from JBL, B&O, LG and more
What are the top 5 Bluetooth speakers of 2025? I tested more than 30 models to find out.
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I hate fitness apps – here's why AllTrails could be your key to a healthier 2026
Here's why AllTrails is the fitness account you really need, if you want an adventurous new year.
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Samsung is reportedly readying a Brain Health feature to check for early signs of dementia
Brain Health by Samsung is apparently going to be launching at the CES 2026 show in January.
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This vibrating light-therapy wand is the best part of my skincare routine — and it’s already helping my acne
Nanoleaf’s light-therapy treatments are a great, cost-effective way to stimulate your skin, and I think the 6-in-1 light wand is the best of the bunch.
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I asked ChatGPT for feedback on my photography portfolio — here's what I learned
AI can offer some surprisingly insightful feedback on how you can improve your photography, if you know how to prompt it correctly
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The worst camera for 2025 was this Lumix compact — here's why
The Lumix ZS99 / TZ99 felt like a backwards step from the 2019 model it replaced, but beyond that it's Panasonic's lack of action in the trending compact camera space that's baffling
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Your DJI Osmo Action 6 camera just got a useful firmware upgrade with 8K
A new update is rolling out now for the DJI Osmo Action 6 that brings with it a host of improvements, including 8K.
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2025 was such a strong year for new lenses — these were my 5 favorites
Lens design innovation exceeded that of cameras in 2025, and these Sony, Canon, Nikon, OM System and Viltrox optics in particular all impressed.
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5 reasons this Samsung vacuum is my #1 home gadget of the year
Beautiful and functional – what more could you want from a vacuum?
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From robovacs for small homes to a Roomba for your lawn, here are 4 things we can expect to see from iRobot – according to the CEO
Exclusive: There are some intriguing plans for the original robot vacuum brand following recent company takeover.
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The Ninja Crispi Pro 6-in-1 Glass Countertop Air Fryer is super-sized for families and entertaining
Ninja has upscaled its portable Ninja Crispi air fryer, and this new version is big enough to feed a crowd.
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These are the 2 greatest innovations on Dyson's new flagship vac
These innovations couldn't save the V16 – but they could shine in the next flagship vacuum.
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UpdatedThe best cheap VPN service — stay secure without sacrificing quality with our expert picks
There's no need to skimp out when it comes to a cheap VPN service, with prices starting from less than $2 per month.
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The best noise cancelling headphones 2025, all TechRadar tested
We've tested and selected the best noise cancelling headphones to keep the world out and your music in.
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The best travel headphones for all budgets, chosen by our jet-setting reviewers
Mute planes, trains and automobiles with our top travel headphones and earbuds, from Sony, Bose and more
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We tested the best fans on the market – these models came out on top
12 outstanding pedestal, tower and desk fans to keep you cool when the temperatures rise.
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I've tested almost every Dyson vacuum – these are my top recommendations
Your guide to the best Dyson vacuums for a range of budgets and needs.
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The best wet-dry vacuum cleaner: recommended by expert reviewers
We've tested a range of wet and dry vacuums from leading brands – here are the ones that came out on top.
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UpdatedThe best Xiaomi phones 2025
Our roundup of the best Xiaomi phones features models for every budget, from the Xiaomi 15 Ultra to the Poco X7 Pro.
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Best Buy's post-Christmas sale is slashing prices on best-selling tech — 55% off TVs, laptops, smartwatches, and more
Best Buy just launched a post-Christmas sale with massive discounts on best-selling tech, including TVs, smartwatches, laptops, Apple devices, and more.
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Amazon launches a massive after-Christmas sale — deals from Fitbit, AirPods, TVs, and more
Amazon's after-Christmas sale is live, and I'm rounding up today's 31 best deals, featuring clearance prices on smartwatches, TVs, blenders, headphones, and more.
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The 19 best after-Christmas TV sales — clearance prices from Samsung, LG, and Sony
Your guide to this year's best after-Christmas TV sales, featuring clearance prices from Samsung, LG, and OLED TVs and deals starting at just $69.99.
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After-Christmas sales are live — shop over 100+ hand-picked deals from Amazon, Walmart, Target, and more
After-Christmas sales are officially live, and I've rounded up today's best deals that are worth buying from Amazon, Best Buy, Target, Walmart, and more.
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The Fitbit Inspire 3 is back to its lowest-ever price on Amazon
The Fitbit Inspire 3 could be exactly what you need to kick off your fitness goals in the new year – and it's now down to its lowest-ever price on Amazon.
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This Disney+, Hulu and ESPN bundle deal is the ultimate Christmas treat
Unexpected family guests this Christmas? Entertain everyone for less with this Disney+, Hulu and ESPN bundle deal.
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Microsoft in 2025: year in review
Microsoft doubled-down on AI this year, and the resulting backlash marked one of the biggest stumbles for the company.
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I'm transforming Windows 11 in 2026 using PowerToys – and you can too
If you thought PowerToys was a mysterious suite of high-powered tools for enthusiast tinkerers only, well, think again.
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5 big problems with Windows 11 that I'm hoping Microsoft fixes in 2026
If Microsoft follows this five-point action plan, I can absolutely guarantee a much happier Windows 11 user base.
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I write for a living and this is the only Mac and iOS app I’ll use in 2026
Ulysses is a powerhouse for professional writing – and it's pretty great for casual writing and storing ideas too.
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Away from 2025's biggest and best, here's what we actually played most this year
Away from the big ones of 2025, here’s what we’ve actually been playing this year, from older multiplayer games to timeless classics.
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NYT Connections hints and answers for Thursday, January 1 (game #935)
Looking for NYT Connections answers and hints? Here's all you need to know to solve today's game, plus my commentary on the puzzles.
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Looking for the best games to play with the family? These must-play titles are perfect for bringing everyone together over New Year's
These family favorites are fantastic choices if you're looking for games to keep everyone entertained over the holidays.
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The TechRadar Gaming team picks our most underrated and overlooked games of 2025
It has been a huge year for gaming, but so many games have unfortunately gone a little bit overlooked. Here’s our picks for the most underrated games of 2025.
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Between them, the TechRadar team have 300 years' experience in tech journalism. Here's why you should trust them.
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VPNs have changed massively in the last decade – here’s what surprised me most
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UpdatedThe best cheap VPN service — stay secure without sacrificing quality with our expert picks
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Top cybersecurity habits to take into 2026
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"Post-quantum encryption is not the end" – NordVPN aims for world-first security milestones in 2026
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I asked Norton VPN experts for tips on staying safe over Christmas — here's what they said
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Your full software kit for ditching Big Tech in 2026
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Forget OpenVPN, WireGuard: This is the VPN protocol of the future
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The 8 most comfortable office chairs that saved our backs in 2025
As TechRadar Pro's office furniture editor, I test office chairs for a living - and these are the most comfortable seats my team and I reviewed this year.
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Meta buys Manus for $2B to fuel shift in AI from conversation to action
Meta’s $2 billion acquisition of Manus signals a major shift toward AI agents that can autonomously handle real work, not just generate responses.
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This SmarterMail vulnerability allows Remote Code Execution - here's what we know
A maximum-severity flaw was just patched, and users are urged to apply the fix immediately.
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The 12 most innovative business tools we tested in 2025
I'm TechRadar Pro's hardware editor - here are the 12 coolest business tech we reviewed this year from world-first business laptops to electric office chairs.
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