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iOS 17 Won't Work on These iPhones. See if Yours Made the Cut

iOS 17 Won't Work on These iPhones. See if Yours Made the Cut

Apple's newest software is coming this fall and won't work on some iPhones.

by Katie Teague

CNET's Free Shopping Extension Saves You Time and Money. Give It a Try Today

CNET's Free Shopping Extension Saves You Time and Money. Give It a Try Today

No one likes to pay full price -- and that's what the CNET Shopping extension is here to help prevent.

by John Falcone

Apple, iOS 17 Should Steal These Android 14 Features

Commentary: Apple's next iPhone OS is expected to be unveiled Monday at WWDC.

Disney Plus, Netflix, Max: How to Pay Less for Your Streaming Services

If you spend more than $100 on Hulu, Max, Sling, Netflix and others, there's a way to save cash.

Grab Windows 11 Pro and a Lifetime Microsoft Office License for Just $60

This bundle deal is a great way to upgrade your current computer with two lifetime licenses for a one-time fee.

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iOS 17 Won't Work on These iPhones. See if Yours Made the Cut

Apple's newest software is coming this fall and won't work on some iPhones.

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WhatsApp Channels: How the New Feature Will Work for Following Teams, People, Groups

Here's everything we know so far about Channels, which Meta hopes you'll use to follow your favorite teams, hobbies and more.

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This Popular Microsoft Office 2021 Lifetime License Deal Is Back on Sale at $40

Avoid paying monthly fees for Microsoft's Office apps with this one-time deal.

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Max Streaming Service Review: A Wealth of Content, Everywhere at Once

MILF Manor and Batman now share the same address, and the neighborhood got more expensive. It might be time to move.

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French Open 2023: How to Watch, Stream Alcaraz vs. Djokovic Semifinal Match Today

No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz and No. 3 Novak Djokovic meet in the first semifinal match on Friday, followed by No. 4 Casper Ruud and No. 22 Alexander Zverev.

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NBA Finals: How to Watch, Stream Nuggets vs. Heat Game 4 Tonight on ABC From Anywhere

Game 4 tips off tonight in Miami, and you don't need cable to watch.

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Major Updates Are Coming to Apple's Messages. Here's What to Expect

The iOS 17 update brings new features for Apple's Messages.

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Louisiana Bill Would Require Kids Get a Parent's Permission for Online Accounts

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NHL Stanley Cup Final: How to Watch, Stream Golden Knights vs. Panthers Game 3 Tonight

The Vegas Golden Knights took both games on home ice and lead the series 2-0. Can the Panthers come back? Game 3 is tonight.

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Scam Texts Cost Consumers $330 Million in 2022, FTC Says

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Android 14 Beta 3 Is Available for Download on Your Phone Right Now

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Last year's highest grossing movie at the box office is now available to stream on Disney Plus and Max. Here's how to watch.

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Apple's iOS 17 Debuts New Journal, Standby Features Along with FaceTime Updates

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