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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

iOS 16.3: The New Features That Just Landed on Your iPhone

iOS 16.3: The New Features That Just Landed on Your iPhone

Support for the next-generation HomePod and security keys for Apple ID are some of the new features.

by Zachary McAuliffe

No Internet? That's Fine, You Can Still Use Google Maps on Your Phone

Take Google Maps offline if you ever get lost and don't have service.

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

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

This New Year Deal on Peacock Premium Offers 12 Months of Streaming for Just $30

Peacock TV is offering new or returning subscribers a 40% discount on their first 12 months.

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Manchester United vs. Reading Livestream: How to Watch FA Cup Soccer From Anywhere

Championship outfit Reading will be looking to cause an upset as they travel to Old Trafford to face the Red Devils in this fourth round match.

by Kevin Lynch

Preston North End vs. Tottenham Hotspur Livestream: How to Watch FA Cup Soccer From Anywhere

Harry Kane heads up Spurs' quest for their first trophy in 15 years as they head to Championship side Preston for this FA Cup fourth round fixture.

by Kevin Lynch

Get a Lifetime Subscription to Dollar Flight Club Starting at $40

Eager to see the world, but you have only a modest travel budget? Get great deals on flights sent right to your inbox.

by Adrian Marlow

What LastPass Subscribers Need to Do After the Latest Breach

It's time for LastPass subscribers to find a different password manager after the latest data breach.

by Attila Tomaschek

Don't Like Facebook Memories? Here's How to Stop Them

Facebook Memories can be fun but they can also resurface something regrettable. Thankfully, you can stop Facebook from showing these memories in a few steps.

by Shelby Brown

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

No Internet? That's Fine, You Can Still Use Google Maps on Your Phone

Take Google Maps offline if you ever get lost and don't have service.

by Nelson Aguilar

Man City vs. Arsenal Livestream: How to Watch FA Cup Soccer From Anywhere

The fourth-round clash marks the first meeting of this season's Premier League title rivals, as Pep Guardiola's City take on Mikel Arteta's Gunners.

by Kevin Lynch

Microsoft Won't Sell Windows 10 After Tuesday

The company will still support Windows 10 until October 2025.

by Zachary McAuliffe

The Best LastPass Alternative in 2023

No more excuses; start using Bitwarden today, the best LastPass alternative for free. The identity you save could be your own.

by James Bricknell

Learn to Code With These 5 Online Coding Courses for Beginners

Coding skills can unlock new job offers and let you be more creative with projects.

by Shelby Brown

Best Dating Sites for 2023

We break down the pros and cons of the top dating sites and apps.

by Rebecca Fleenor

This New Year Deal on Peacock Premium Offers 12 Months of Streaming for Just $30

Peacock TV is offering new or returning subscribers a 40% discount on their first 12 months.

by Adam Oram

The Absolute Best Fantasy Movies on HBO Max

Whether you're into high fantasy worlds, modern magic or superheroes, HBO Max has some underrated gems.

by Adam Benjamin

Best Streaming Services for Horror Fans

Enjoy a good good scare or slasher fest every now and then? Here's where to stream horror flicks 24/7.

by Kourtnee Jackson

iOS 17 Rumored to Support Apple's AR/VR Headset

Changes could be coming to the Mail, Reminders and Files apps.

by Zachary McAuliffe

Record Scratch: Spotify Recovering After Outage

Spotify tweeted around 12:40 p.m. PT Thursday that the situation is "much better"

by Zachary McAuliffe

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

A trip to the Super Bowl will be on the line this weekend.

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DOJ Takes Down Hive, a Major Ransomware Group

The DOJ said it stopped victims, including hospitals, schools and infrastructure operators worldwide, from paying $130 million in ransom.

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Best Streaming Services for Kids

Kids of all ages can find something to watch on these services, with parental approval.

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