iPhone vs. Pixel: There’s a Clear Winner for AI Photo Editing Tools
I used the built-in AI photo editing tools on an iPhone and a Google Pixel. There are big differences between the two smartphones.
What Do You Really Think About Your Phone? Tell Us in Our Survey
We want to know what you love about your phone.
Can Google Boost Pixel Photos With AI Horsepower, Not Gimmicks?
Commentary: Google has the potential to advance the state of the art, but we’ll see if it just wants flashy AI features instead.
This Wireless Half-Fan, Half-Lamp Saved My Hot Office This Summer
SwitchBot’s standing fan is packed with extra features, but it’s the lamp and battery power that make it useful in so many situations.
Meta’s New Open-Weight Model Can Run AI Agents on Your Laptop
Meta Glimmer is a bit smaller than the company's closed-weight Muse Spark models.
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How to Watch Made by Google, the Pixel 11 and Watch 5 Event
Google's launch for the Pixel 11, 11 Pro, 11 Pro XL, Watch 5 takes place on Wednesday in New York City. Trevor Noah and other celebrities are set to take part.
Motorola’s $600 Edge Nails Its Thin Design. But I’d Only Get It on Sale
Motorola Edge 2026 review: The phone's lightweight design and battery are a highlight, but its meager storage gets in the way.
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.
Remove Your iPhone’s Annoying Alarm Slider in a Few Easy Steps
Not a fan of the alarm slider? Don't worry, you can bring the Stop button back.
These Are the Best Phone Settings to Use to Stop Doomscrolling
Your phone has built-in settings to help you use it less.
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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.
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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.
Those Anti-AI, Dumb Sunglasses Were a Smart Move: They Sold Out
A new batch of Normal F****** Sunglasses is on the way. "Useless for perverts," The Onion says.
Hank Green Is Creating ‘an AI Policy for Himself.’ He Thinks Other Creators Should, Too
Commentary: What do we lose when creators rely too much on AI?
