apps
Google Will Merge Android and ChromeOS, Exec Says. That's Taking a Page Out of the Apple Playbook
The eventual unification should help Google-based devices run more in concert with each other. In a move that could make life easier for folks using...
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apps
iOS 18 vs. iOS 26: Here's How Liquid Glass Reworks Your iPhone UI
Liquid Glass brings a lot to the table compared to what on your iPhone right now. Here's a side by side of what's to come....
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apps
Your iPhone Has a White Noise Function. Here's How to Turn It On
You can enjoy the sounds of a crackling campfire from the comfort of your home or out at a cafe. Listening to natural sounds can...
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gaming
Best Buy Anti-Prime Day Deals: Save Big with 50+ Discounts on the Best Gaming Gear, Tablets and Other Gadgets
You don't have to just shop on Amazon for the Prime Day shopping event. You can also check out Best Buy, which is offering some...
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apps
Adaptive Power in iOS 26 Could Mean Longer Stretches Between iPhone Charges
Who doesn't want more battery life in their phone? This low-level feature works quietly in the background without you needing to do anything special. The...
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EU Slaps Google With Antitrust Complaint Over AI Overviews
Independent publishers are worried about Google AI Overviews, trained on fresh journalistic content, filling up search results. A group of publishers has filed an EU...
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ChatGPT Glossary: 53 AI Terms Everyone Should Know
AI is growing rapidly. This list can help you stay on top of all the key terms. AI is everywhere. From the massive popularity of...
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apps
Samsung Unpacked 2025 Live: Galaxy Z Fold 7, Galaxy Z Flip 7 and Galaxy Watch 8
Samsung's redesigned Galaxy Fold, two new Galaxy Flip phones and the Galaxy Watch 8 all debuted Wednesday. Mike Sorrentino David Lumb Tyler Graham Moe Long Meara...
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space
Anker Nebula X1 Projector Review: Bright Enough to Bleach Mars
The brightest projector I've ever tested is all kinds of ridiculous. In the good way. 9.0/ 10 SCORE Anker Nebula X1 $ 2,999 at Amazon Ridiculously bright • Impressively quiet •...
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apps
Everything You Should Know About iOS 18 Before Apple Releases iOS 26
Here's what you need to know about the software, as well as hidden tips and tricks. Apple announced at its Worldwide Developers Conference in June...
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- 11 days ago
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auto
Apple CarPlay Ultra vs. Google Built-In: How the Next-Gen Auto Software Rivals Compare
Apple and Google are supercharging their car software experiences. Here's how they differ. I'd spent an hour driving a $250,000-plus Aston Martin up the Los...
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shopping
Father's Day Deals at Amazon Bring Discounts to Echo, Fire Tablets, Fire TV and More
You could get up to 50% off these discounted Amazon devices, which make great gifts for Dad (or yourself). If you're still seeking a last-minute gift...
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- 21 days ago
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Gemini Free Review: The Best Free AI Chatbot I've Used So Far
Google Gemini is far more accurate than it was last year and gives users way more access than ChatGPT. 8.5/ 10 SCORE Gemini Free Review Buy at...
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- 21 days ago
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shopping
Best Buy Slashes Prices of TVs, Laptops, Headphones and More for 24 Hours Only
time is running out to get great deals on top tech including vacuums, small appliances, headphones and more. Update : These one-day deals have expired. The...
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- 22 days ago
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NotebookLM Is Still the Best AI Tool You're Missing Out On
If you still haven't given NotebookLM a spin, now's the perfect time . AI tools are everywhere, each promising to make your daily workflow easier in...
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- 22 days ago
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This Summer, Use ChatGPT to Help Plan Your Perfect Garden
Discover the best plants, helpful gadgets and everything you need to make your greenery dreams come true. Starting a garden can be tricky work. There's...
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I Let Google Lens Be My Tour Guide. It Might Be the Smartest Travel Tool This Summer
Google Lens' Visual Search features can help you read the menu at your favorite Cuban restaurant or help you decipher a train map in rural...
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- 23 days ago
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apps
The Small but Mighty Features of iOS 26
When Apple previewed iOS 26 at WWDC 2025, the Liquid Glass design upstaged everything. Here are some features you may have missed....
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apps
Every Parent Should Know These 3 iPhone and iPad Parental Controls
Apple's newest updates make it easy to remotely manage your child's screen time , content access and even set location alerts. Here's how to use these...
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- 24 days ago
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gaming
How Did ChatGPT Get 'Absolutely Wrecked' at Chess by an 1970s-Era Atari 2600?
The console Gen Xers used to play Pac-Man and Pitfall on apparently was better than anyone knew. OpenAI's ChatGPT has some major AI chatbot competitors...
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- 29 days ago
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apps
Before iOS 26 Arrives, Here's What to Know About RCS Messaging on Your iPhone
Here's how you can check if your carrier supports the messaging protocol and how to enable it on your iPhone. Apple announced at its Worldwide...
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- 29 days ago
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apps
Liquid Glass, New Photos App and All the Other iOS 26 Features Coming to Your iPhone
The iPhone is poised to get a new look and improved features in iOS 26. Your iPhone will soon look a lot different when iOS 26 (named...
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- 30+ days ago
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innovation
ChatGPT Glossary: 52 AI Terms Everyone Should Know
The next time you're talking about AI over dinner or drinks, know these terms to sound smart. AI is now a part of our everyday...
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- 30+ days ago
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apps / business
AI Essentials: 29 Ways to Make Gen AI Work for You, According to Our Experts
If you haven't added generative AI to your skill set yet, you should. AI chatbots such as ChatGPT and Gemini and AI image generators including...
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- 30+ days ago
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apps
I Turned Off My iPhone 16's AI Camera Button. Life Has Never Been Better
Commentary: It doesn't matter if Apple drops more AI at WWDC next week. I'm never turning my camera control button back on, and you should...
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apps
How to Stream Your Phone's Videos Directly to Your TV
It's easy to play videos on your TV by casting them from your phone. The trick is knowing which method will work best for your...
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- 30+ days ago
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Curious About iPhone 17 Rumors and Leaks Ahead of WWDC? Here's the Scoop
The big question is how much the next iPhone will actually cost. We have a pretty good guess. Ahead of Apple's WWDC announcement, the buzz...
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auto
This Transformable Electric Truck Could Become the Cheapest EV in the US
Merging retro flair and a high-tech electric platform, the Slate Truck offers a customizable, budget-friendly alternative to traditional EVs. There's a new name in the...
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- 30+ days ago
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shopping
20 Great Grilling Tools That I Actually Use
I've tested dozens of grill tools and gadgets to separate the good buys from the bad and basic. Back to selection Grilling doesn't require tons...
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- 30+ days ago
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business
AI Essentials: 27 Ways to Make Gen AI Work for You, According to Our Experts
If you haven't added generative AI to your skill set yet, you should. AI chatbots such as ChatGPT and Gemini and AI image generators including...
cnet.com
- 30+ days ago
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auto
2026 Kia K4 Hatchback Joins Lineup in New York
The 2026 Kia K4 hatchback showcased at 2025 New York Auto Show....
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- 30+ days ago
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apps
A Doctor at Apple Reveals 9 Hidden Apple Watch Features
Wearing an Apple Watch? These are the health features you might not know about. Are you getting the most out of your Apple Watch, especially...
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- 30+ days ago
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apps
CNET: Product reviews, advice, how-tos and the latest news
From talking fridges to iPhones, our experts are here to help make the world a little less complicated. These Are the 2025 Best of CES Winners,...
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- 30+ days ago
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apps
Map Your Hikes This Spring With This iOS Feature on iPhone
Get out there any enjoy the gorgeous weather while you can! Apple released iOS 18.4 on March 31, and that update brought your iPhone new emoji and...
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- 30+ days ago
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apps
An iPad Instagram App Might Actually Be Happening
The social media platform has long focused on its smartphone app, which looks clunky on tablets. That may be about to change. Meta may be...
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- 30+ days ago
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business
Canva's New AI Tools Want You to Embrace Your STEM Side
The design giant hopes to make coding and spreadsheets less scary with generative AI. Thinking of Canva only as a beginner-friendly graphic design program in 2025...
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- 30+ days ago
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apps
Clearing iCloud Storage Is a Pain! Here's How to Back Up Videos and Photos to Save Space
Clearing out iCloud photo and video storage is a pain. CNET's Bridget Carey shares tips to try on your iPhone before giving up and paying...
cnet.com
- 30+ days ago
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business / diy
AI Avatars Might be the Future of Content. How to Create One
Here's how to use AI to generate videos, avatars and interactive content on a platform built for a wide range of audiences. I'm always looking...
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- 30+ days ago
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diy
These Are the Best Photoshop AI Tools: How to Use Generative Fill, Expand and Remove
Photoshop has gotten an AI makeover in recent years. Here are the AI tools that you can use now. Photoshop is the original photo-editing app,...
cnet.com
- 30+ days ago
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cooking
For $ 9 at Amazon's Big Spring Sale, You Can Shred BBQ Like Wolverine with Alpha Grillers Meat Claws
These meat shredder claws let you go all Wolverine on your next batch of pulled pork. With Amazon's Big Spring Sale underway, that means that...
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- 30+ days ago
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technology
ChatGPT's 'GPUs Are Melting' As People Make Studio Ghibli-Esque AI Images
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman tweeted that there will be temporary rate limits while the company works on improving efficiency. ChatGPT got a new artistic upgrade...
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- 30+ days ago
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technology
The Supreme Court Doesn’t Seem Eager to Axe This $ 9 Billion Broadband Subsidy
Lawyers for a conservative non-profit called the program a “bureaucrat's dream.” Digital divide advocates can breathe a tentative sigh of relief, as the Supreme Court...
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- 30+ days ago
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technology
Gen AI's Accuracy Problems Aren't Going Away Any time Soon, Researchers Say
Artificial intelligence needs to be a lot more reliable to catch up with the hype cycle. A computer science professor says the industry has been "...
cnet.com
- 30+ days ago
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learning
Amazon Launches an AI Shopping Assistant That Knows What You Like
A new tool called Interests aims to cut through clutter by serving up personalized recommendations. Amazon is the latest tech company to unveil a new...
cnet.com
- 30+ days ago
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apps / technology
What Is Signal, the App Used to Accidentally Send a Reporter Military Plans?
The app offers encrypted messaging, but a report found that Russia-aligned actors were targeting it. According to the Atlantic, top White House officials used the...
cnet.com
- 30+ days ago
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technology
Warzone's Verdansk Map Returns: Here's the Release Roadmap
Season 3 reintroduces the original Warzone map, old mechanics and a new event. After a content lull in season 2, Warzone is back with a bang: The...
cnet.com
- 30+ days ago
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gaming
Nvidia Turns an April Fool's Joke Into a Real AI Assistant for PC Gaming
It started as a joke, turned into a demo years later, and now it's a real tool. What started as an April Fool's joke nearly...
cnet.com
- 30+ days ago
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learning
OpenAI Brings New AI Image Generation Directly to ChatGPT
You don't need to use Dall-E 3 to generate AI images in ChatGPT anymore. OpenAI is bringing AI image generation directly to its flagship chatbot. Using...
cnet.com
- 30+ days ago
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apps
Google Maps time line Data Was Lost for Some People. Here's How to Restore It
The company said a brief technical issue led to the data loss. Google has confirmed it inadvertently erased some Google Maps time line data belonging...
cnet.com
- 30+ days ago
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technology
Amazon Big Spring Sale Deals: 26 Best Early Deals You Can Shop Today on Tech, Home Goods and More
Amazon's Big Spring Sale is still two days away, but there are already plenty of early deals to help you start saving today. Amazon introduced...
cnet.com
- 30+ days ago
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technology
Apple Will Enable USB-C Lossless Audio on AirPods Max in April
A firmware update will bring lossless audio and ultralow-latency audio to Apple's flagship headphones -- but only over a wired connection. When Apple released its...
cnet.com
- 30+ days ago
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parenting
TikTok Adds New Parental Control Features to Manage Teens' Screen time
New features include a night time wind-down mode and the ability to block access during designated hours TikTok is the latest tech company to double...
cnet.com
- 30+ days ago
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technology
Verizon Is Cutting Down on Dead Zones by Expanding Satellite Texting
Samsung and Google have also been embracing satellite texting to keep customers connected off the grid. If you're a Verizon customer, you can now send...
cnet.com
- 30+ days ago
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technology
Departing Broadband Official Warns of Shift to Musk's 'Worse' Satellite Internet
The former director of the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) Program warns against funnelling broadband money to the world’s richest man. The director...
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- 30+ days ago
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technology
DoorDash Partners With Klarna So Diners Can Put Food Delivery On Installments
Don't expect to pay for a taco in installments -- a Klarna rep says the credit options can only be used on purchases of $ 35 and...
cnet.com
- 30+ days ago
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technology
TikTok Called Out for AI 'Chubby Filter' Videos Over Potential Body Negativity
An AI filter used on videos uploaded to TikTok has been the subject of criticism, generating its own subset of response videos on the platform....
cnet.com
- 30+ days ago
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apps
Don't Be Fooled by These Devious Venmo, Cash App and Zelle Scams
Know the tricks scammers use to avoid getting burned by common digital payment app schemes. Know the tricks scammers use to avoid getting burned by...
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- 30+ days ago
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technology
Starlink Expands to iPhone and Android Users, but There's a Catch
Say goodbye to dead zones. Starlink's satellite network now lets you send texts on your iPhone or Android without cell service, but there are limits....
cnet.com
- 30+ days ago
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money
Today's Mortgage Rates, March 21, 2025: Rates Drop on the Heels of Wednesday's Fed Decision
The central bank didn't cut interest rates this week, but mortgage rates are falling anyway. Here's what to know....
cnet.com
- 30+ days ago
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technology
Google Sues Scammers Behind Thousands of Fake Business Listings on Maps
The company said scammers used these accounts to exploit people out of money. Google is suing a network of scammers who manipulated Google Maps by...
cnet.com
- 30+ days ago
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technology
Huawei's Pura X Is a Wideset Flip Phone With a DeepSeek AI Assistant
The new phone, which costs just over $ 1,000, has a wide display and does not include Google's Android software. Huawei is starting its fully Android-free era...
cnet.com
- 30+ days ago
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health
12 Best Probiotic-Rich Foods to Boost Gut Health and Digestion
Looking for simple ways to positively impact your gut health? Incorporate these probiotic-rich foods into your diet. A balanced microbiome, which is the fancy name...
cnet.com
- 30+ days ago
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technology
Nvidia Announces Robotics Partnership With Disney Research and Google DeepMind
Nvidia CEO Jenson Huang shows off the imporoved Groot N1 robotics operating system and brings out a robot named Blue to demonstrate it's AI capabilities...
cnet.com
- 30+ days ago
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apps
JPMorgan Chase To Crack Down On Zelle Social Media Scams
JPMorgan Chase's new Zelle policy aims to block social media scams. Here's everything you should know. JPMorgan Chase's new Zelle policy aims to block social...
cnet.com
- 30+ days ago
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apps
Here's How to Use AI to Summarize Excel Spreadsheets
During my quest to cut down on Excel busywork, I discovered GPT Excel. I'm not the most Excel-savvy person out there, so I had a...
cnet.com
- 30+ days ago
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apps
The Third iOS 18.4 Beta Is Out Now, but Maybe Wait to Install It on Your iPhone
Why it's smart to not jump on the latest prerelease iPhone software. Apple is moving quickly on updating the beta versions of its software for...
cnet.com
- 30+ days ago
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apps
How to Use AI to Troubleshoot Tech Issues
Chat through your tech challenges with AI. We live in a time where we hop between devices throughout the day, going from one screen to...
cnet.com
- 30+ days ago
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apps
Hide iPhone Apps From Your Kids With This iOS 18 Trick
Your kids don't need access to your banking apps, so here's how to keep them out. Apple released iOS 18.3 in January, and that update brought...
cnet.com
- 30+ days ago
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apps / how-to / learning
How to Detect When Something Was Written Using AI
While they might be writing with AI, you can catch them using AI. Here's how to do it. It happens every semester: A student completing...
cnet.com
- 30+ days ago
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apps / how-to
How to Safeguard Your Most Important Logins with Apple's Passwords App
Your complete guide to Apple's Passwords app. You already know you should create unique passwords for every website to protect your sensitive information, but keeping...
cnet.com
- 30+ days ago
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apps
Apple AirPods Pro 2: What to Know About the Hearing Aid, Test and Protection
Interested in trying Apple's new hearing health features on the AirPods Pro 2? In September 2024, the FDA authorized Apple's over-the-counter hearing aid software so that the...
cnet.com
- 30+ days ago
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how-to
Here's How You Can Create AI Videos in YouTube Shorts, Thanks to Google Veo
AI-generated video green screens are one of the new Veo-powered features. Creators looking to play around with AI video tech are in for a Valentine's...
cnet.com
- 30+ days ago
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apps
These 5 Apple Intelligence Features Are the Ones You'll Actually Use Each Day
Apple Intelligence is still a work in progress, but these features in iOS 18.3 are ones I use regularly. Apple Intelligence features such as Image Playground...
cnet.com
- 30+ days ago
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learning
I Read a Classic Novel With AI to Guide Me. Here's How It Helped
I used Rebind's AI reading platform to read through Heart of Darkness alongside me, and it felt like a book club for deep thinkers. E-readers...
cnet.com
- 30+ days ago
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apps / how-to
iOS 18 Cheat Sheet: Your Guide to Apple's Latest iPhone Updates
Here's everything you need to know about all the latest features, and here's what future updates could bring to your iPhone. Apple released iOS 18 to...
cnet.com
- 30+ days ago
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space
GreenBrilliance Solar Review: The Best Solar Company for the Mid-Atlantic
GreenBrilliance offers top-tier solar panels backed by a 30-year warranty. Learn how it compares to other solar companies in our review. GreenBrilliance Solar Buy at...
cnet.com
- 30+ days ago
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learning
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra Hands On: AI Everywhere, Plus a Bigger Screen
Samsung's Galaxy S25 phones are all about AI. But the Ultra also gets a larger screen and a slightly refreshed look with smooth corners. Samsung's...
cnet.com
- 30+ days ago
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cool stuff
The Comeback of the Commercial Supersonic Jet
We visited Boom Supersonic's hangar in Mojave, California, as the company makes preparations to break the sound barrier with its XB-1 demonstrator aircraft. Supersonic air...
cnet.com
- 30+ days ago
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apps
A VPN Alone Probably Won’t Bypass TikTok Bans. Here’s Why
I tried unblocking TikTok with a VPN and experienced mixed results. Here’s what you can expect if a TikTok ban comes back. TikTok service...
cnet.com
- 30+ days ago
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apps
Samsung Galaxy S25 Series: The Biggest New AI Features
Samsung is betting on AI to make its new Galaxy 25 phones stand out. Samsung is launching a slew of new AI tools on the Galaxy...
cnet.com
- 30+ days ago
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auto
Nissan DeltaWing channels the Batmobile (photos)
In a few months, a new competitor at the 24 Hours of Le Mans endurance race in France could mix up the mindset of the high-end...
cnet.com
- 30+ days ago
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apps
TikTok is Banned in the US: Here Are 8 Replacement Apps
Now that TikTok has been disabled for US users, these rival apps can help you get your fix of short-form video. The US ban on...
cnet.com
- 30+ days ago
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apps
Best 360 Camera of 2025
Capture everything around you all at once with these great 360 cameras. Table of Contents Best 360 Camera of 2025 What is the best 360 camera overall? Insta360 X4...
cnet.com
- 30+ days ago
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gaming
How PlayStation Portal and Steam Deck Changed My Thoughts on the Switch 2
Commentary: Nintendo needs to change some things, but it's also OK if it looks the same. Nintendo's next handheld will be here soon, but playing...
cnet.com
- 30+ days ago
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learning
Nvidia's CEO Explains How Its New AI Models Could Work on Future Smart Glasses
Nvidia's new Cosmos model is another sign that devices and machines are getting better at understanding their environments. Tech gadgets -- whether they be phones,...
cnet.com
- 30+ days ago
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cooking
6 Easy Ways to Mess Up the Turkey (and How to Avoid Them)
A bona fide turkey expert told us the six biggest turkey mistakes people make on the big day. Cooking a full turkey is no easy...
cnet.com
- 30+ days ago
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apps
WatchOS 11.2 Adds Surprising Health Features to Your Apple Watch. Download It Now
From sleep apnea notifications to a number of new health and fitness tools, WatchOS 11 adds a lot of new functionality to your Apple Watch. Here...
cnet.com
- 30+ days ago
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learning
How to Get Back 15GB of Gmail Storage for Free
You could spend hours deleting all your spam emails and unsubscribing to newsletters you no longer read. Or, you could try this hack to clean...
cnet.com
- 30+ days ago
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education
How to Answer Questions Using AI
Any question you have, you can skip over Google and ask AI to answer. Here's how to get the best results. If you're anything like...
cnet.com
- 30+ days ago
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learning
What Is Quantum AI? Everything to Know About This Far-Out Tech
As if AI itself weren't futuristic enough, now there's a whole new leap forward on the horizon. Artificial intelligence has been infiltrating our daily workflows...
cnet.com
- 30+ days ago
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photography
Capture All the Action This New Year With the DJI Action 2 Cam Down to A Record Low
Don't miss a single moment this year or next, especially when you can get your hands on a top-rated action cam while saving over $ 100. With...
cnet.com
- 30+ days ago
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apps
iOS 18 Cheat Sheet: What to Know About Genmoji, Siri and More
Here's how features work and what future updates could bring to your iPhone. Apple released iOS 18 to the general public in September, a week after...
cnet.com
- 30+ days ago
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apps
Flying for the Holidays? Find Your Flight Status Using Your iPhone's Hidden Flight Tracker
Stay on top of your flight's status by using your iPhone flight tracker in messages and search. Right now, many people are getting ready to...
cnet.com
- 30+ days ago
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learning
Sora's AI Videos Arrive as Musk Pitches Image Tool for Making Memes
Get up to speed on the rapidly evolving world of AI with our roundup of the week's developments. If OpenAI gets it right, Sora, the...
cnet.com
- 30+ days ago
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how-to
Get Rid Of Fruit Flies For Good
Clear your kitchen space of fruit flies for good with these tips from an expert entomologist. If you've still got even one fruit fly handing...
cnet.com
- 30+ days ago
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gaming
Intel Arc B580 LE Graphics Card Review: Solid 1440p Gaming for a Little Less
The 12GB memory gives it a little more headroom to keep it from bottlenecking where 8GB of VRAM might. Table of Contents Intel Arc B580...
cnet.com
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apps
iOS 18 Brings More Background Sounds to Your iPhone
Here's what to know about these background sounds and how to access them. Listening to natural sounds can lower stress, relieve perceived pain and foster...
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- 30+ days ago
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apps / how-to
Change These 8 Settings Immediately After Installing iOS 18.2
The latest iPhone system brings more smarts to Apple Intelligence, but there are plenty of other new features to set to get the most out...
cnet.com
- 30+ days ago
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technology
Nike's $ 900 Workout Shoes With Compression and Heating Launch Next Week
Nike Hyperboots, made to help you warm up for and recover from workouts, will soon be available next Saturday. The warm-up compression shoes Nike and...
cnet.com
- 30+ days ago
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diy
Gmail Inbox Full? Transfer All Your Messages and Score 15GB of Free Storage
If you can't decide which of your thousands of old messages are worth keeping, this hack will let you keep everything without paying for more...
cnet.com
- 30+ days ago
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