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A little boost makes all the difference

While the Porsche 911 doesn't mess with a proven formula, the latest version brings one of the biggest adjustments yet.

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J.J. Abrams talks 'Star Wars,' Apple's surprise case

So much to catch up on this week including some new information about "Star Wars," Yahoo's big shakeup and new products from both Google and Apple.

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Here's why you can't take your hoverboard on a plane

Major US airlines are banning the two-wheeled motorized boards from both checked and carry-on luggage because of safety concerns about the batteries.

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Mini Death Star destroys things well

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The 20 most interesting cameras of 2015 (pictures)

It's that time of year again, when I look back and wonder, "what have I been looking at all year?"

Which GoPro should you buy?

All GoPro cameras are definitely not created equal. Here's a breakdown of each of the company's six models to select the right one for your needs.

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How safe are self-driving cars?

Are self-driving cars safer than human-driven vehicles? Brian Cooley discusses new research that shows what we've learned so far about the safety of autonomous vehicles.

6 ways to make your iPhone more secure

Take steps to protect your iPhone so that your information stays safe should you and your iPhone become separated.

Best iPhone 6S and iPhone 6 cases

Need to protect your new iPhone? A slew of cases are available, with new cases arriving weekly. Here are our current top picks.

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Best holiday shopping deals: 'Time is running out' edition

Black Friday and Cyber Monday are behind us. Green Monday is Dec. 14. No matter what you call it, though, there are still some great tech deals out there. But you need to hurry.

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Discounts continue during Amazon's '12 Days of Deals'

Amazon is rolling out heavy discounts in all product categories from now until December 17, arranged in daily gift themes for kids, travelers, animal lovers and more.

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Why buying anything on your smartphone stinks

You use your phone to listen to music, browse the Web and play games. But when was the last time you used the device to make a purchase online?

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Best gear to pair with your TV this holiday

For the boob tube-loving person on your list who has everything, here are the best TV accessories to give this season.

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What all the settings on your washer really mean

Make sense of all the dials on your old-school machines to wash your clothes better.

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My two-decade love/hate affair with Yahoo

I still have the Yahoo email account I opened almost two decades ago. And though I rarely use it, I just can't let it go completely.

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Hackers exposed all your dirty secrets this year

After a year of painful data breaches, we know a lot more about how vulnerable our information is on the Internet.

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Make your smart-home tech work for you when disaster strikes

Can street-smart tech can protect your smart home against domestic disasters? Yeah, there's an app for that.

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Samsung Galaxy S7: Everything we know about the Samsung's next top phone

Could Samsung's next big phone really launch in January? Dig into that rumor and more.

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Xbox One vs. PS4: Choose the right console for you

The time to buy a new video game console is now. Here's a quick guide of everything you need to know before pulling the trigger on an Xbox One or PlayStation 4.

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Fossil's first Android Wear smartwatch makes a fashionable arrival

The Fossil Q Founder is another beautiful Android Wear smartwatch that works on both iPhone and Android.

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Riding the king of monorails

The Wuppertal Suspension Railway in Germany is an industrial-age masterpiece and the oldest monorail still in service. CNET goes for a ride.

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How Volkswagen plans to prevent another Dieselgate

Automaker releases a trove of information looking at its internal investigation, including why the defeat devices were created and how it plans to go about restoring the public's trust.

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This is the best Android tablet money can buy

Google's Pixel C is a performance monster with a sleek design and impressively solid keyboard.

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Smudge-proof your stainless steel appliances in 2 minutes

Oil and vinegar isn't just for fish and chips. Get your appliances sparkling and clean less often with this tip.

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Best tech under $100

A C-note is all the budget you need to buy a great tech gift. Here are some of our favorites.

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Download this: 8 apps you need to try right now

Check out the best new apps and updates from December that you should download now.

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One of the best pictures of any LED LCD we've tested

Samsung's best TV yet is stylish, expensive and packed with the latest cutting-edge features to improve LCD picture quality. But can it compete against OLED?

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Are we seeing the rebirth of the tablet?

Brian Cooley discusses the re-emergence of the tablet thanks in large part to new hybrid laptop designs.

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EVE Valkyrie: Release date, gameplay, and everything else you need to know

Here's everything you need to know about EVE: Valkyrie.

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Speak up: Nanoleaf's cool smart bulbs work with Siri

Nanoleaf's new smart-lighting kit might be one of the most tempting HomeKit offerings yet.

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Editors' top holiday picks

Check out CNET editors' favorite tech available this holiday.

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10 genius ways to make microwaved food better

Your microwave can work better. Here's how.

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Car Tech 101: What is virtual crash testing?

Brian Cooley takes a look at how CAD -- computer-aided design -- is changing how automotive crash testing will be performed in the future.

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Patience, people! USB's getting better, but first comes confusion

USB Type-C may be the holy grail of connection ports, even replacing your laptop or TV power cord, but inconsistent support for new features makes for a muddling transition.

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Listening to V Moda's all-new Zn in-ear headphones

The Audiophiliac lends an ear to the V Moda Zn.

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Big weekend for the Geminids: 'King' of meteor showers is about to peak

Get ready sky watchers. It's one of the biggest shooting space rock shows of the year, and Sunday is the best night to check it out.

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Want an iPad Air 2 keyboard? Get this one

The iPad Pro isn't necessary for a great iPad keyboard experience: Belkin's keyboard case does a fantastic job with older iPads.

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The Audiophiliac 2015 holiday gift guide

The Audiophiliac's picks -- many are well under $100.

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Oodles of audio and music holiday gift ideas (pictures)

Gift ideas from the Audiophiliac, with something in every price range.

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Fossil Q Founder review: A nice design overshadowed by buggy performance, poor battery life

Fossil's first Android Wear smartwatch features a stainless steel case and a metal band, but the short battery life and odd display have us wishing for more.

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How one anti-hero might save Marvel

"Jessica Jones" flipped the script on Marvel and saved Marvel's superhero stories along the way.

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Fossil's first Android Wear watch misses the mark

CNET's Dan Graziano gives you a first look at the Fossil Q Founder.

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Xiaomi Redmi Note 2 review: Wallet-friendly Note 2 manages to pack in the performance with a low-cost chip

Xiaomi's decision to use MediaTek's Helio X10 processor for its budget phablet proves to be the right choice.

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A look at Xiaomi Redmi Note 2's camera (pictures)

Xiaomi's Redmi Note 2 has a pretty good camera, and here are the image samples from our tests to prove it.

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Sneak peek into 'Star Wars: The Force Awakens'

We sat down with actor John Boyega, who plays Finn in the newest “Star Wars” for an exclusive interview.