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Looking for Great Deals? Use CNET Shopping to Save Time and Money

Looking for Great Deals? Use CNET Shopping to Save Time and Money

Here's how to use our browser extension to get the best deals (and some bonus resources, too) when shopping on many of the web's most popular retailer sites.

by John Falcone

11 Hidden iOS 16 Features You Probably Didn't Know Your iPhone Had

11 Hidden iOS 16 Features You Probably Didn't Know Your iPhone Had

It's the hard-to-find iOS features that are sometimes the best.

by Nelson Aguilar

iOS 16.3: The New iPhone Features You Can Try Now

New features include more security options and new ways to use emergency SOS via satellite.

Just Got a New iPhone? Try These iOS 16 Features First

Three things to do right away to customize your iOS 16 experience.

7 Things You Didn't Know Siri Could Do on Your iPhone

Siri can do a lot more than just send text messages and tell you the weather forecast.

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You Shopped Amazon for the Holidays, But Its Profits Still Plunged

CEO Andy Jassy says the company cut costs involved in storing and shipping products.

by Laura Hautala

Senator Calls on Apple, Google to Remove TikTok From App Stores

The app poses a unique security concern compared with other social media platforms, says a US senator.

by Zachary McAuliffe

Peacock Review: Few Originals, But Cheap Access to Network TV, Movies May Grab You

There's no longer a free tier for newbies, and for some, there may not be enough new content to keep you interested.

by Alison DeNisco Rayome

Best Streaming Services in 2023

We did the legwork to analyze the pros and cons of major streamers like Netflix, Prime Video and HBO Max.

by Kourtnee Jackson

Best Web-Hosting Providers: A2Hosting, HostGator and More

We compared popular web-hosting services across essential criteria like security, uptime and more to help you find web hosting that fits your needs.

by Zachary McAuliffe

More OSHA Fines for Amazon Over Warehouse Safety

Investigators with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration found that Amazon exposed warehouse workers to a high risk of injury. The company disagrees.

by Alix Langone

How to Stream Netflix, HBO Max and More for Less Money Every Month

Streaming prices have gone up. Here's how to avoid breaking the bank to watch TV.

by Kourtnee Jackson

FTC Accuses GoodRx of Sharing User Data Without Consent

Under a proposed FTC order, GoodRx would be barred from sharing user health data for advertising purposes.

by Bree Fowler

Stop Wasting Money. Find and Cancel Unwanted App Subscriptions on Your Phone

Don't know every service you're paying for on your iPhone or Android? Here's how to quickly check and cancel your unused subscriptions.

by Nelson Aguilar

Microsoft Stopped Selling Windows 10, But You Can Find It Elsewhere

The company will still support the operating system until October 2025.

by Zachary McAuliffe

NFL Playoffs 2023: Schedule, Pro Bowl, Bracket and How to Watch and Stream With or Without Cable

The Super Bowl participants have been decided, though this week is about the Pro Bowl.

by Eli Blumenthal

McDonald's Dominated Food Apps Last Year

The number of people who downloaded the app worldwide in 2022 could populate a large country.

by Zachary McAuliffe

7 Windows 11 Settings to Change Right Away

Easily optimize your device by switching these underwhelming settings.

by Adam Benjamin

Here's Where You Can Still Give to Charity While Shopping

With AmazonSmile shutting down this month, many of us are looking for a new way to give back.

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Streaming Guide February 2023: 4 Services You Should Definitely Keep

The return of You and Party Down mean Netflix and Starz are keepers this month.

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Best Streaming Services for Reality TV: Peacock, Discovery Plus, Netflix and More

If you're looking for the best reality show streaming platforms, check out our list of the best services.

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It's the hard-to-find iOS features that are sometimes the best.

by Nelson Aguilar

Netflix's Top Hit Movies and Shows, Ranked (According to Netflix)

Netflix publishes weekly stats on its most watched series and films. We track an all-time chart.

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Google Fi Customer Data Accessed After 'Suspicious Activity'

Google blamed the data breach on the main cellular network provider partner. That's T-Mobile, which suffered a major data breach in 2022.

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iOS 16.3: The New iPhone Features You Can Try Now

New features include more security options and new ways to use emergency SOS via satellite.

by Zachary McAuliffe