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iOS 16.1.2 Update: Every New iPhone Feature We Know and How to Get It

iOS 16.1.2 Update: Every New iPhone Feature We Know and How to Get It

Apple has released yet more software changes for your iPhone, with more features set to come.

by Zachary McAuliffe

10 iOS 16 Hidden Features That Just Make Your iPhone Better

10 iOS 16 Hidden Features That Just Make Your iPhone Better

Hidden under the surface, you'll find features and settings that might change how you use your iPhone.

by Nelson Aguilar

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

Netflix publishes weekly stats for its most watched series and films -- we track the top rankings of all time.

You Can Get Word, Excel and PowerPoint, No Microsoft 365 Subscription Needed

You'll give up some functionality, but you can save up to $100 per year.

Watch Argentina vs. Poland World Cup 2022 Match From Anywhere

Two of soccer's all-time greats, Lionel Messi and Robert Lewandowski, face off with a spot in the knockout round at stake.

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Best Antivirus Software for 2022

Don't Skip Out on Antivirus Software in 2022

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Best Music Streaming Service for 2022

What's the Best Music App for You? We Compare Spotify, Apple Music and More

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Best VPN 2022: VPNs Tested and Rated by Our Experts

Here Are the 5 Best VPNs in 2022

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Best Streaming Service of 2022: HBO Max, Netflix, Hulu and More

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21 Browser Extensions and Apps That'll Save You Money This Holiday Season

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Best Free TV Streaming Services: Peacock, Pluto TV, Tubi, Roku and More

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Best Language Learning Apps for 2022

10 apps that can actually teach you a new language

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Best Photo Books for 2022: Shutterfly, Mixbook, Snapfish and More

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Best Sports Streaming Service for 2022: ESPN Plus, DirecTV Stream, FuboTV and More

by Sarah Lord

Best Resume Writing Service for 2022

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Best Minecraft Server Hosting Service of 2022

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Free Movies: 10 Netflix Alternatives That Will Keep You Entertained

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Watch USA vs. Netherlands World Cup 2022 Match From Anywhere

USA! USA! USA!

by Mark Serrels

World Cup 2022: How to Watch Every Match of the Round of 16 Without Cable

Team USA faces the Netherlands in the round of 16 today. Here's how to stream that and and every match on Fox and FS1.

by Sarah Lord

10 iOS 16 Hidden Features That Just Make Your iPhone Better

Hidden under the surface, you'll find features and settings that might change how you use your iPhone.

by Nelson Aguilar

iOS 16.1.2 Update: Every New iPhone Feature We Know and How to Get It

Apple has released yet more software changes for your iPhone, with more features set to come.

by Zachary McAuliffe

Watch Serbia vs. Switzerland World Cup 2022 Match From Anywhere

Serbia and Switzerland can each advance with a win on Friday in the final game of Group G.

by Matt Elliott

Watch Brazil vs. Cameroon World Cup 2022 Match From Anywhere

Brazil has already qualified for the round of 16, and Cameroon can still advance with a win on Friday.

by Matt Elliott

21 Browser Extensions and Apps That'll Save You Money This Holiday Season

From the Honey extension to OctoShop, these tools will slash your online shopping bills.

by Alison DeNisco Rayome

Learn New Skills With Skillshare Using Our Exclusive CNET Code for 50% Off

The first 100 to sign up using our code will get access to thousands of classes for less.

by Robin Mosley

Spotify Connect: How to Stream Music to Your Devices

Unshackle your Spotify collection from your phone and play it on your home speakers.

by Ty Pendlebury

Amazon Won't Remove Antisemitic Film Despite ADL's Requests

The retailer also won't add a disclaimer to it.

by Oscar Gonzalez

Best Sports Streaming Service for 2022: ESPN Plus, DirecTV Stream, FuboTV and More

Hulu Plus Live TV, Sling TV, YouTube TV and other streaming services attempt to cater to sports fans, but only a few services have the content you actually need.

by Sarah Lord

Keep Your TV Viewing Habits Private With the Best Smart TV VPNs

Your smart TV is a vector for data privacy exposure -- but these VPNs can help keep your viewing activity hidden from prying eyes.

by Attila Tomaschek

Best VPNs for Xbox in 2022: Top Picks by Our VPN Experts

These virtual private networks can help you avoid a DDoS and hide your IP address when you're gaming.

by Rae Hodge

Best Streaming Service of 2022: HBO Max, Netflix, Hulu and More

Is there a streamer that surpasses all the rest? We rate them based on functionality, price and catalog offerings.

by Kourtnee Jackson

Best Free VPNs 2022: Our Experts Show You How to Avoid Shady Services and Get Premium Protection

Care enough about your privacy to avoid the malware, ad tracking and slow connections that come with free VPN options.

by Rae Hodge

Hive Social Temporarily Shuts Down Servers Amid Security Concerns

The Twitter alternative is taking a few days to fix security issues.

by Marcos Cabello

Watch Spain vs. Japan World Cup 2022 Match From Anywhere

Neither of the top two teams in Group E are guaranteed to advance, setting up a big matchup on Thursday.

by Matt Elliott

Watch Germany vs. Costa Rica World Cup 2022 Match From Anywhere

Germany and Costa Rica can each advance with a win on Thursday in the final game of Group E.

by Matt Elliott

Thursday Night Football: How to Watch, Stream Bills vs. Patriots Tonight on Prime Video or Twitch

AFC East rivals Buffalo and New England meet on Thursday Night Football to kick off Week 13 of the NFL season.

by Eli Blumenthal

LastPass Discloses Another Security Breach

The company says unauthorized parties accessed "certain elements of our customers' information" but not passwords.

by Andrew Blok