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How to Clear Your Cache on iPhone (and Why You Should Do It)

How to Clear Your Cache on iPhone (and Why You Should Do It)

Sometimes you need to clear out your cookies and give your browsers a fresh start.

by Adam Benjamin

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

7 Windows 11 Settings to Change Right Away

Easily optimize your device by switching these underwhelming settings.

You Need to Cancel Some of Your App Subscriptions Right Now

If you don't know every service you're paying for on your iPhone or Android, it's probably time to cancel a few. Here's how.

11 Hidden iOS 16 Features Everyone With an iPhone Needs to Try Out

These aren't your average iOS features.

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One Spotify Premium plan just got pricier. Should you still pay for it?

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Give the Gift of Learning With These Subscriptions

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Learn Cybersecurity Skills With These 4 Online Courses

Sharpen Your Cybersecurity Skills With These 4 Online Courses

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Best cloud services for small businesses

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Learn to Play Guitar: The Best Online Lessons and Classes You Can Take From Home

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Quarantine sucks. These services make it easier to get stuff done and stay sane

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NHL All-Star Weekend 2023: How to Watch the Skills Competition and the Game

The top players in hockey meet for a skills competition and a 3-on-3 tournament to crown the best division in the NHL.

by Sarah Lord

The Comprehensive Live-TV Streaming Channel Guide You Need

A channel and price comparison for live streaming services like YouTube TV, Sling and Hulu with Live TV.

by Kourtnee Jackson

Here Are the 5 Best VPNs in 2023

The best VPNs for private streaming, gaming and torrenting rated by our expert staff.

by Rae Hodge

Chelsea vs. Fulham Livestream: How to Watch Premier League Soccer From Anywhere

Chelsea look to avenge last month's defeat to their West London rivals Fulham, in a match that could see record signing Enzo Fernández make his EPL debut.

by Kevin Lynch

Super Bowl 2023: How to Watch, Stream Chiefs vs. Eagles From Anywhere

The Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles will play in Super Bowl LVII on Sunday, Feb. 12, on Fox.

by Matt Elliott

You Need to Cancel Some of Your App Subscriptions Right Now

If you don't know every service you're paying for on your iPhone or Android, it's probably time to cancel a few. Here's how.

by Nelson Aguilar

I Bet You Didn't Know Siri Can Do These 7 Things on Your iPhone

Siri can do a lot more than just tell you the forecast for the weekend.

by Nelson Aguilar

11 Hidden iOS 16 Features Everyone With an iPhone Needs to Try Out

These aren't your average iOS features.

by Nelson Aguilar

Apple's Mysterious New Music App

The company is working on a classical music app. Could it launch soon? CNET's Bridget Carey looks at the clues and explains why it might be separate from the main Apple Music app.

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Stream Three Months of Disney Plus for $7 With This Limited-Time Deal

Watch content from Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars and more with a Basic plan for three months for $7, instead of $24.

by Adam Oram

How to Clear Your Cache on iPhone (and Why You Should Do It)

Why you should clear your iPhone cache and exactly how to do it in Chrome, Safari and Firefox.

by Adam Benjamin

Want Something New to Watch? Try Netflix's Hidden Codes

Don't just stick with your favorites or the Top 10. Peek behind the curtain.

by Shelby Brown

Amazon Hoovered Up Your Holiday Spending But Barely Turned a Profit

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