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Apple Just Declared War on Smart Home Security
Starting this December, Apple’s unleashing its own version of the smart home. We saw what’s in store with our own eyes.
Samsung Smart Glasses Unveiled, and They’re Superlight
They might be called Galaxy Glasses, and they're coming in November.
Can Vibe Coded Apps Replace Adobe and Microsoft? These AI Apps Hope So
The AI-made apps highlight people’s frustration with AI-bloated programs and increasingly expensive subscriptions.
Apple TV 4K Gains Onboard Mics and Better Processor, but Whoa, That Price
The fourth-gen Apple TV 4K is now three times the price of Roku's top streamer.
Meta’s Audio-Only Glasses Are Nicely Made. They Don’t Solve the Deeper Problems
Meta Ray-Ban Audio glasses are sleek and offer long battery life, but where will their AI go next?
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The iPhone Duo’s Unfolding Animation Is Giving Z Fold 8 Owners FOMO, but Not Me
Commentary: While there are ways to re-create some of the iPhone Duo’s style on an Android device, it feels a little desperate to me.
Fitbit Edge May Be the Sweet Spot for Smartwatch Noncommittals
Google's new $179 tracker sits between the screenless Fitbit Air and Pixel Watch 5, promising some of the best parts of both without fully committing to either.
Elon Musk Eyes ‘Complete Phone Coverage in America’ as SpaceX Clears Hurdle
Starlink Mobile satellites could eventually improve enough to pass their signals through walls, dense foliage, and hilly terrain.
iPhone 18: What We Know About Apple’s Spring Lineup
Now that Apple's iPhone 18 Pro, Pro Max and Duo are announced, rumors are turning towards the base iPhone 18, 18E and a possible Air sequel.
The Beautiful Blue Is My Favorite Thing About Vivo’s Foldable X Fold 6
It's a solid example of an Android foldable, but I worry that Apple has changed the game.
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HyperX Alloy Rise Gaming Keyboard Review: Made for Modders Without Enough Modder Considerations
A good linear gaming keyboard, though its customization options go only slightly beyond the basics.
MacBook Neo’s Next Competitor Is HP’s $700 OmniBook 5
The OmniBook 5 14 AI PC has a larger OLED display than the Neo, and HP promises it will have better battery life, too.
I Played Switch Sports Resort: Motion Gaming Is Still Nintendo’s Secret Weapon
Commentary: It’s a blast from the past for me, but also shows off something that few other console-makers can do right now.
Amazon Rolls Out a Cornucopia of New Kindle E-Readers
I go hands-on with the new 6-inch Kindle, Kindle Paperwhite and Kindle Colorsoft, all of which have been modestly upgraded and come in new color options.
I Tested 23 Portable Monitors. My Results Prove You Shouldn’t Shop by Specs Alone
After hundreds of tests, don’t be surprised if you’re not getting what you expected.
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GM Is Promising Hybrids Again, So Why Does It Rub Me the Wrong Way?
The automaker has reaffirmed its hybrid plans just as its EV lineup finds its footing. A history of killing promising tech has me worried.
Wisdom Panel vs. Basepaws: I Tried Both DNA Tests on My Rescue Pup
One gave better results, but both kits are on sale during Amazon's Prime Day sale.
I Found a Splatter Guard That Isn’t a Pain to Store. Now I Actually Use It
This handheld, foldable splatter guard works flawlessly and fits discreetly in any kitchen space.
Ring’s Debut Smart Lock Solves the Category’s Biggest Issue: Dead Battery Lockouts
Ring's foray into smart locks brings a first-of-its-kind feature that solves one of the categories biggest pain points.
Pet Tech Roundup: CNET Pet Owners Found the Best Products
With help from furry friends, we tested the most advanced pet tech. Here are our recommendations.
Mistral’s New ‘Le Chonk’ AI Model Is Big, Open and Built for Agents
Mistral Large 4 is a state-of-the-art model for cyberdefense, manufacturing, finance-related tasks and multimodal use.
Is That Picture AI? Google’s SynthID Detector Launches to Identify AI-Generated Media
Anyone can now upload a suspicious image to Google’s online tool, but it’s not a foolproof way to check for authenticity.
ChatGPT for Teens Is an ‘Unacceptable Risk,’ Watchdog Group Says
Research by Common Sense Media says that OpenAI's parent alert system is faulty and that the chatbot doesn't help kids improve their learning skills.
Trump’s ‘Super Intelligence’ AI Rebrand Has Everyone Shopping for Slovenia’s .SI Domain
Elon Musk says he will rename the just renamed SpaceXAI to SpaceXSI to align with the White House directive.
Utah Now Allows AI to Scan Your Face and Prescribe Acne Medication
The program is limited in scope and can only prescribe medication for acne.
EVs Are the Future, No Matter How Far America Falls Behind
EV adoption is spreading at a record pace globally, yet US adoption of electric vehicles has stalled. How did we get here, and what does this mean for Americans?
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Cricket Wireless Adds 5G Home Internet Service
Cricket joins the club of mobile providers bundling home internet with mobile phone service.
Cox Customers Officially Make the Jump to Spectrum
Cox customers won't see anything about their internet plans change — just the name on the bill.
You’re Probably Overpaying for Internet. Here’s How to Spot Hidden Fees
Here’s the real reason your internet bill is so high — and what you can (and can’t) do about it.
People’s Picks ISP Winners: Is Your Internet Service Provider a Flop or Favorite?
There are several connection types, including 5G, cable, satellite and fiber. Which one is really the golden standard? CNET readers have a say.
Trump’s FCC Just Scrapped Its Most Ambitious Broadband Goal
The new Federal Communications Commission report signals a major retreat from the former administration's goal of connecting every American to gigabit-speed broadband.





