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Hidden Backdoor Found in Chinese-Made Zbtlink Routers
Researchers found a backdoor implant that gives servers in China full control over the routers.
I Tested Rok’s Devilishly Sleek Manual Espresso Maker. Here’s How It Went
Handcraft shots of coffee with just a tight squeeze.
An Abandoned SpaceX Rocket Crashed Into the Moon. Here’s What Happened
The rocket drifted in space for over a year before finally plummeting to the moon’s surface.
Keeper Review: The Best Password Manager for Small Businesses
Keeper’s tools for businesses that allow it to integrate easily into any company, but its plan for individual users isn’t quite worth the hefty price tag.
‘The Shards’ Review: Ryan Murphy’s High School Drama Is a Hypnotic Homage to ’80s Serial Killers
The new FX thriller, based on the novel by Bret Easton Ellis, is a fun stylized serial killer throwback.
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Galaxy Z Fold 8 Review: A Passport-Size Shape-Shifter for Every Moment
Samsung's reimagined book-style foldable is compact and versatile, making it the ideal device for consuming all kinds of content. It's also just delightful to use.
Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 Trail Running Test: Can It Outrun Your Garmin?
After a 5-mile run through the California hills, this is what Samsung’s toughest watch gets right, and where it still trails behind.
My Life With Looki Is a Harbinger of Always-On Recording Glasses to Come
The almost always-on camera-equipped pendant represents the extreme assistive aspirations of AI. Nobody wants me to wear it, including me.
3 Apple Watch Running Features I Wish I’d Known About Sooner
These overlooked Apple Watch features can make training smarter and race day a little less stressful.
The Top-End Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra Has Me Aghast. It Costs Nearly as Much as the Z TriFold
Commentary: Samsung's newly unveiled foldables are better — and pricier — than ever. Who can afford it?
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The 34-Hour Laptop Is Here. Here’s Why Battery Life Has Exploded in Recent Years
We’ve tracked laptop battery performance for decades, and we’ve never seen a jump like this. Here’s why you can ditch your charger for longer, and which laptops go the distance.
Razer Blade 18 Review: Biggest (but Not Heaviest), Baddest Gaming Laptop Money Can Buy
And it will take a lot of money to buy.
Apple TV 4K vs. Roku: What’s the Best Streaming Platform?
Can the most popular tech company compete with the most popular streaming platform? Here's how the two stack up.
Who Needs a Steam Machine? I Converted My PC for Free and It Was Simple
Valve's Steam Machine is pricier than expected (thanks, RAMageddon), but there's a way to get most of the experience on your own PC. Here's how.
I’ve Tested Most 2026 TVs, and Hisense’s U7SG Proves You Don’t Need Micro RGB for a Good Picture
The Hisense U7SG offers elevated image quality for a lot less than an OLED TV.
I’ve Been Testing Handheld Fans All Summer. This Is the $50 One I Throw in My Bag
I’ve been testing Jisulife’s Pro1 Mini for several weeks, and it’s one of my favorite handheld fans of the summer.
My Indoor Smart Garden Is Saving Me From All These Lettuce Recalls
If you want to avoid purchasing potentially contaminated greens, growing your own indoors is a safer alternative.
I Test Portable Power Stations for a Living, This Is the One I’d Grab in an Emergency
I've tested portable power stations for years, and the Bluetti Elite 200 V2 stands above the rest when dependable backup power matters most.
The Lego-Like Envo UPT Is an EV That Can Be a Golf Cart, ATV or Lawnmower
Forget one car for every job — this modular EV wants to be all of them.
Should You Spend $429 on a Fan? Here’s My Take After Testing
The Balmuda NatureWind Studio proves the value of an intuitive design.
iOS 27 Public Beta: It’s… Fine I Guess?
Even if you don't use AI, I found some useful features in the iOS 27 beta. They're smaller, quality-of-life changes, but you won't want to skip them.
Source Code Hack Reveals Suno’s AI Was Trained on Millions of YouTube Songs
The hack allegedly confirms the suspicions of record labels and artists that their music is used in the creation of AI music.
New York Is First State to Press Pause on AI Data Center Construction
Gov. Kathy Hochul signs an executive order to pause new construction, but it won't affect data centers that have already broken ground.
Meta Pulls Instagram AI Update After Everyone Said They Didn’t Want to Be Deepfaked
"We've heard the feedback that this feature missed the mark," Meta wrote in a blog post.
Apple Is Reportedly Accelerating Chip Releases Due to AI Pressure
According to a report, the company plans to skip higher-performance versions of some of its processors along the way.
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The Air Purifier Paradox: Why Plugging In Isn’t Enough for Clean Air
There are three key things you can do to improve the air quality in your home. An air purifier is just one of them.
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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.
Expensive Internet Bill? Your Contract-Free Provider’s Fees May Be to Blame
Contract-free flexibility isn't always a flex, especially when your ISP is nickeling and diming you.
Stop Ignoring Your Router. This Is How to Optimize Privacy
Cybersecurity experts say outdated router security protocols might be exposing your entire home network. Here's what to do.
The Disney Plus App Is Getting TikToks. Is a Free Plan Next?
Disney-themed TikToks are coming to US subscribers. And the company’s executives defended box office flops as wins.
SpaceX’s Future Plans Hinge Heavily on Starlink and Grok
Elon Musk's rocket, internet and AI company gave investors its first update since its June IPO.
