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HISTORICAL FACTS: Alex leethe independent | History Defined

I tried Dyson’s new handheld fan in the heatwave and it genuinely made me shiver

It boasts five fan speeds, plus a boost mode that delivers airflow up to 55mph Read more: Best portable fans, reviewed

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Sony’s new wearable air conditioner is saving me from melting in this heatwave

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I’ve spent 2 weeks testing Google’s £85 Fitbit Air – could it replace my Whoop?

Google’s ultra-thin screen-free fitness tracker costs a fraction of a Whoop and doesn’t require a subscription to work

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Are Sony’s new luxury headphones its best yet? I found out

Sony has prioritised sound and comfort for its latest pair of headphones as it looks to take on the likes of Bang & Olufsen

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Sony WF-1000XM6 wireless earbuds review: Nothing else sounds this good

I’ve had Sony’s latest flagship wireless earbuds plugged into my lugholes since they launched in February

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Best free VPN 2026, tried and tested by a tech expert

There are only a handful of free VPNs that I actually trust with my data

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Best AirTag-like trackers for Android, tested by a tech critic

Item trackers built for Google’s Find Hub can help reunite you with your stuff

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Best portable fans for surviving the summer heatwave, tried and tested

From handheld fans to wearable fans, these are the ones that will cool you down in a heatwave

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Nintendo Switch 2 review: What our gaming experts like (and dislike) about the console

After almost a decade’s wait, the Nintendo Switch 2 is here

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Proton VPN review 2025: The best privacy-preserving open-source VPN I’ve tested

If you’re looking for a VPN with solid privacy credentials and fast speeds, Proton VPN delivers the goods

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I tried this wearable air conditioner during a heatwave – it was a total saviour

Sony’s device automatically reacts to the temperature to keep you cool

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