Technology
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Son of media tycoon Rupert Murdoch is the lead candidate to replace the embattled Tesla founder -
Peter Dutton says the internet giants have a responsibility to help combat organised crime
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A host of online accounts are dedicated to posting an identical image every day – from pictures of Bake Off stars to Steve Buscemi. But why? -
Public asked not to use app during drivers’ strike, which follows last week’s McStrike in push to unionise gig economy -
Android-maker bets on dual-camera selfies and AI features such as Super Res Zoom and Top Shot to battle Samsung and Apple -
After a Florida woman attempted to offer up a photo of her son as an emblem of the #HimToo movement, something unusual happened: the meme had a happy ending
Privacy
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Expulsion of agents from the Netherlands will not deter Vladimir Putin, experts say -
Games
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Rockstar Games’ upcoming wild west adventure is a step forward for virtual world realism – and a reminder that cowboys, too, had to face up to modernity -
Whether it’s fighting terrifying beasts, wreaking anarchy in a parallel universe or singing karaoke, these titles challenge both your intellect and reflexes
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Most war games focus on dramatic on-the-ground heroics, but Unmanned illuminates the effects of drone warfare from a pilot’s perspective -
Players have had a week to discover the changes to the Fortnite world, including the floating island. Which will have the biggest impact on the game? -
5 out of 5 stars.
Forza Horizon 4 review – the best racing experience, in an ideal Britain
5 out of 5 stars.This full-throttle trip on iconic British roads is a tourist board’s dream, with perfect weather and no nimbys to spoil the fun. Take time to enjoy the views -
From dystopian games to organised campaigns, the industry’s stance on the EU is clear. But is it too little too late?
Inside Silicon Valley
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Vinod Khosla bought $32.5m property south of San Francisco and cut off public access to popular surf spot -
Amazon, Apple, Google, and others endorsed federal data privacy laws Wednesday, but experts argue consumer voices were lacking -
Failure to report 2016 data breach ‘one of the most egregious cases we’ve ever seen’, says Illinois attorney general -
Emails obtained by the Guardian raise questions about Marc Benioff’s handling of protests over links to US immigration agency
Reviews
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Civilisation, a new photography exhibition and accompanying book, is an ambitious attempt to document the human experience of the modern world -
5 out of 5 stars.
Apple iPhone XS review: two steps forward, one step back
5 out of 5 stars.The iPhone XS hasn’t broken mould like the iPhone X, and it has weaker battery life, but its camera, design and performance are class-leading -
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Amazon Fire HD 8 tablet review: still the best tablet for £80
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iPhone XS Max review: Apple's supersized smartphone
4 out of 5 stars. -
Nest Hello review: Google's smart facial-recognition video doorbell
5 out of 5 stars.
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In depth
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Iain has an unusably slow desktop. Will a £300 upgrade revive it, or should he put the money towards a new machine? -
Spotlight
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5 out of 5 stars.
Apple iPhone XS review Two steps forward, one step back
5 out of 5 stars.The iPhone XS hasn’t broken mould like the iPhone X, and it has weaker battery life, but its camera, design and performance are class-leading
The Guardian view on Russia and hacking: time to tackle our vulnerabilities