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How Many Watts of Power? Vacuum Cleaner

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You’re looking for a high-performance vacuum cleaner. So do you just buy the most expensive one you can afford? Well, it’s not quite simple. The priciest vacuum won’t necessarily be the most powerful. To find the best vacuum cleaner for your needs, it’s also useful to look at the wattage.
In this article, we’ll explain what kind of wattage you should be seeking for a range of vacuum types, including the best cordless vacuum cleaners and the best robot vacuums.
We’ll start though, by explaining what wattage actually is, and how it relates to the suction power your vacuum cleaner will provide.
The wattage rating of a vacuum cleaner, also known as its power rating, refers to how much electrical power the vacuum’s motor consumes and converts into suction power. Most traditional household vacuum cleaners range from around 600-2000W while industrial vacuum cleaners offer around 1000-4000W.
In broad terms, the higher the wattage, the more powerful the suction is likely be. As you’d expect, ..

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The Sony Walkman turns 45

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If you show a cassette tape to almost anyone under the age of about 25 and ask them what they think it does, they’ll stare blankly back at you like you’ve just asked them to open a tin of beans with a flip-flop. But with the original Sony Walkman – the Sony TPS-L2 – turning 45 years old today, it’s time to recognize it for what it is: the most iconic gadget of all time.
If there’s one thing Gen Z likes it’s overusing the word ‘iconic’, but in this case it’s entirely deserved. Cassettes had been around since the early 1960s, developed by Philips as a far more convenient alternative to vinyl and reel-to-reel tape, but it wasn’t until Sony launched the TPS-L2 in 1979 that the little plastic rectangles really came into their own.
The arrival of the Walkman meant you no longer had to be at home or in the car to listen to music that wasn’t chosen by a radio DJ – now you could do it on the move. And that concept is still something you can see all around you, 45 years on.
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Moto Tag is similar to AirTag and is Something Important for Android Users

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With Google’s relaunch of its Find My Device network, it was only a matter of time before additional item trackers arrived. And now, alongside the 2024 Razr and Razr+ launch, Motorola is entering the ring with the Moto Tag.
Like an Apple AirTag, the Moto Tag is a small, circular tracker that’s larger than a quarter and has a user-replaceable battery. Motorola says it should provide tracking for a full year, and when it’s time to replace it, you can simply swap in a fresh CR2032 coin cell.
There is no hole for a keyring built-in, so you’ll need to get an accessory to attach it to something – Motorola hasn’t yet shared exact details on first-party accessories, but we did see a loop and smaller key-ring at a preview event.
It’s also fully built to integrate with the revamped Google Find My Device network, meaning that it will work with countless Android smartphones and let you easily locate and even play a sound from the tracker.
In a future-proofing move, Motorola also included ultraw..

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Brave’s user base exploded, Are you going up?

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Brave might not be the most well-known web browser out there, but it’s certainly making a splash in a sphere dominated by the likes of the data-hungry Google Chrome. In fact, the browser recently revealed that it recorded a record number of new users in May—which begs the question: why?
The most overt answer is that the browser touts itself as an open-source and privacy-first service that isn’t interested in gobbling up your personal information in order to turn a profit. It comes with built-in ad-blocking and malware protection tools, too, and can be used totally free of charge.
Some folks still have reservations, however, seeing as Brave is built from the Chromium Web core, and recent issues linger in the mind of any security-conscious consumer. So, I decided to see for myself, and figure out whether Brave’s user surge is a sign of things to come or a happy coincidence.
What is Brave? In a nutshell, Brave is a web browser, just like Google Chrome or Microsoft Edge, that you can downl..

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If your Windows 11 taskbar’s been lagging, we have the solution!

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Windows 11 just received a new update and there’s some good news for those who were experiencing weird and buggy behavior with their taskbar.
Namely that the frustrating taskbar bug – where it can vanish, before reappearing – is now fixed with the cumulative update for June 2024, as Microsoft makes clear in the support document relating to the upgrade.
Microsoft notes: “This update addresses a known issue that affects the taskbar. It might briefly glitch or not respond. It might also disappear and reappear.”
To rewind a bit, this glitchy behavior was actually introduced by the optional update Microsoft ushered in at the end of May 2024 (and we’ve seen a similar issue in recent times, too).
When the problem became known, Microsoft was swift to act, and fired up a rollback for devices that had installed this preview update for May. This was implemented via a ‘Known Issue Rollback’ meaning Windows 11 users didn’t have to take any action installing another patch – the fix was put in place ..

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What’s new in the Snapdragon X Elite CPU: appears to be every bit as strong as Qualcomm claims

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As always, there have been a lot of announcements and product reveals at this year’s Computex, but it’s not just the big brands who have a presence at the show, there are plenty of smaller firms fighting for the world’s attention.
One of those is German PC maker Schenker, which showed off its prototype laptop powered by a Qualcomm’s new Snapdragon X Elite chip. While most people would expect Qualcomm’s latest processor to be used to exclusively power Windows systems, given the big push for Copilot+PCs, this developmental model runs Linux and looks destined to be sold by Tuxedo Computers.
The prototype notebook is housed in a premium all-aluminum body and weighs just 1.36kg. It’s powered by the Snapdragon X Elite which has 12 cores and a 20W TDP. The 14-inch 16:10 IPS display (2560 x 1600) offers 400 nits maximum brightness and 100% sRGB coverage.
Still some wrinkles to iron outThe Tuxedo prototype comes with 32 GB of LPDDR5X RAM, and storage will be via a M.2-2280 Gen 4 slot. In terms ..

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Cloud: Mapping the Road to Digital Success

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In the ever-expanding cosmos of technology, the cloud offers near-infinite possibilities for growth and innovation. Recent research from Canalys projects a substantial 20% increase in cloud service spending over the next year, underscoring how pivotal it will be for modern businesses. However, venturing into the cloud without the right expertise can be as challenging as navigating the harsh void of space.
To be successful, it’s important organizations can understand and manage the complexities involved with cloud adoption. Enter Managed Cloud Service Providers (MCSPs). Employed correctly these should act as navigators, helping enterprises chart a course for success, ensuring they optimize and maximize the benefits of the cloud. The question is choosing the right partner.
Scott Anderson is VP of cloud, growth and business operations, at Couchbase.
There are a number of benefits of working with MCSPs, including freeing up IT teams to focus on adding value elsewhere. This comes alongside ..

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Apple’s 10th Gen iPad Hits New Low Price Us

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Apple’s 10th Gen iPad Hits New Low Price of $299.99 on AmazonApple’s 10th generation 64GB Wi-Fi iPad has hit a new all-time low price today on Amazon, available for $299.99 in two colors, down from $349.00. You can also find another record low price on the 256GB Wi-Fi model, and both of these deals require you to clip an on-page coupon in order to see the deal price at checkout.

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For the 256GB Wi-Fi iPad, you can get this tablet for $449.99 in two colors, down from $499.00. Both tablets are available to be delivered as soon as this week, if you are a Prime member (or pay for the fastest delivery option), and early next week otherwise.

Note: You won’t see the deal price until checkout.

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10th Gen iPad (64GB Wi-Fi) for $299.99

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10th Gen iPad (256GB Wi-Fi) for $449.99

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Best Buy’s Memorial Day sale at Shop the 5 best TVs under $1,000

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Memorial Day is a time to relax and switch to a summer-based mindset, but it’s also a great opportunity to score a discount on one of the best TVs in the Memorial Day sales.
• Shop Best Buy’s full Memorial Day sale
The Best Buy Memorial Day sales event happening now, and you can find discounts on a number of TVs TechRadar has reviewed favorably. The good news here is that many of those TVs are now under $1,000, making them great deals given the level of performance and features on offer.
Our list is led by a trio of mini-LED TVs, a tech that delivers the high brightness needed for optimal daytime TV and sports viewing. The Samsung QN90C is one we rated as the best TV for sports, and the 55-inch version is available for just $999. Along with the Samsung, the TCL QM8 and Hisense U8K are two of our top-rated mini-LED TVs, and the 65-inch versions of both are now selling for $899.
Want a perfect TV for gaming? The Samsung Q80C has 4 HDMI 2.1 ports with 4K 120Hz support, a feature that mak..

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