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Netflix, Disney Plus, HBO Max: Save on Streaming With One Clever Trick

Netflix, Disney Plus, HBO Max: Save on Streaming With One Clever Trick

Cut how much you spend on your monthly subscriptions.

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iOS 16 Beta 3 Is Out. Here's How to Install It

iOS 16 Beta 3 Is Out. Here's How to Install It

You can currently download the third iteration of Apple's public beta software on your iPhone.

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

We round up and rate the top streaming services by analyzing their content, cost, features and more.

iOS 15.6: All the iPhone Updates You'll Get After Downloading

Apple's latest software upgrade is ready to be installed on your iPhone.

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Yes, Your Pet Deserves Its Own Music Playlist. Here's Where to Find Them

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Best Music Streaming Service for 2022

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Hulu Plus Live TV Review: Big Bundle for Cord Cutters at a Premium Price

Now including Disney Plus and an unlimited DVR, Hulu's Live TV service offers a compelling alternative to YouTube TV.

by Ty Pendlebury

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

We round up and rate the top streaming services by analyzing their content, cost, features and more.

by Kourtnee Jackson

How to Manage Android App Permissions

You're putting your data at risk by giving your Android apps permissions they don't need. Here's how to manage Android app permissions.

by Attila Tomaschek

HBO Max Review: Expensive, But Its Massive Catalog Is Priceless

With a vault that includes titles from DC, Warner Bros. and HBO, you can watch everything from House of the Dragon to Adventure Time to Joker.

by Alison DeNisco Rayome

Keep an Eye on Cyberthreats from China, Ex-CISA Director Says

The threat from both state-sponsored actors and cybercrime gangs continues to rise, while companies collect even more personal data.

by Bree Fowler

iOS 15.6: All the iPhone Updates You'll Get After Downloading

Apple's latest software upgrade is ready to be installed on your iPhone.

by Carrie Mihalcik

Apple's $14.8 Million iCloud Storage Settlement: How to Find Out if You're Owed Money

The settlement received final approval on Aug. 4, meaning payments can start.

by Dan Avery

Spotify Has a New Site for Selling Concert Tickets Directly to Fans

Spotify Tickets is live now, but still in its testing phase.

by Attila Tomaschek

What's the Deal With DuckDuckGo? Everything to Know

DuckDuckGo positions itself as the privacy-minded alternative to Google Search. Here's how it works.

by Adam Benjamin

Free Apps You Need to Download Before Starting College

These apps won't be on a regular back-to-school list, but they're time-tested and essential for first-year students.

by Katelyn Chedraoui

8 Google Travel Tips You Need to Start Using

Google Maps and Google Flights have several features that you'll want to use while traveling.

by Clifford Colby

DuckDuckGo: The Privacy-Focused Search Engine You Should Try

Here are some reasons to use this search engine instead of Google Search or Bing.

by Zachary McAuliffe

Playing PC Games on Mac Should Get Better With Parallels Desktop 18

The virtual machine software's latest update improves its game controller support and preps for MacOS Ventura.

by Lori Grunin

These Secret Netflix Codes Make It Easier to Find Movies You'll Actually Like

Filter Netflix genres to your specific tastes using a hidden menu.

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These Are the Best Clothing Subscription Boxes for 2022

If you're not sure which style service to try, read this.

by Shelby Brown

Don't Skip Out on Antivirus Software in 2022

Do you need antivirus software for your Windows PC? Yes, you do. Here's what's best for malware protection and more.

by Alison DeNisco Rayome

HBO Max vs. Netflix: The Pros, Cons and How to Pick One

One of these services may be your go-to, but does one come out on top? We compare their features, catalogs and more.

by Alison DeNisco Rayome

Cybercriminals Are Using Bots to Steal Online Pharmacy Accounts

The bots are cracking account passwords, a cybersecurity company says, allowing criminals to buy controlled substances and sell them on the black market.

by Bree Fowler

Deepfakes Pose a Growing Danger, New Research Says

The use of deepfakes is becoming more common in cyberattacks, according to new research from VMware.

by Bree Fowler

TikTok Parents Are Taking Advantage of Their Kids. It Needs to Stop

Any child working as an influencer is at risk of exploitation -- including from those who are supposed to protect them.

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