Technology
Just How Water-Resistant Is Apple’s iPhone? I Tested It in My Swimming Pool
There’s nothing I love more than testing a tech company’s claims. I used to host a CNET YouTube series called Breaking Point, where I got to do what…
What Is Grok? Everything to Know About Elon Musk’s AI Tool
Elon Musk isn’t one to sit out a tech trend. In November 2023, he launched Grok, an AI chatbot created by his artificial intelligence startup, xAI…
I Started Wearing a Pebble Watch Again: Time 2 Took Me Back to the 2010s in the Best Way
Twelve years ago, I was traveling overseas to the UK in the summer with my wife and then-tiny kids. And on my wrist was a Pebble watch. I still go…
How to Disable Apple Intelligence Features You’re Not Actually Using
If Apple’s AI features aren’t part of your workflow, turning them off frees up storage and background resources in a few steps.Jeff Carlson/CNET…
Sony Is Paying Out $7.85M in PlayStation Store Credit. How to Claim Part of the Settlement
If you’re a PlayStation customer who lives in the US, you may be eligible to claim part of an upcoming $7.85 million settlement payout. The case…
Our Research Shows How Just One Security Camera Cuts the Risk of Break-Ins
Home security doesn’t have to begin with a complicated fleet of cameras or multidevice security kit (although I’ve found some very good ones). When I…
You Should Download iOS 26.6.1 Now for Over a Dozen Bug Fixes and Patches
Apple released iOS 26.6.1 on Monday, Aug. 17, about a month before I expect the tech company to release iOS 27 to the general public. The iOS 26.6.1…
Why RAMageddon Might Force Apps and Operating Systems’ Performance to Suck Less
As RAM prices surge and RAMageddon headlines multiply, Google posted new requirements for Android app developers earlier this week. Starting in 2027…
A Folding iPhone at Last? What to Expect From Apple’s Surprise and Shine Fall Event
After months of leaks and rumors, Apple is set to reveal its fall hardware lineup on Wednesday, Sept. 9, at its Surprise and Shine event. And from…
Only a Few Days Left to Get Signalis and Big Walk on PlayStation Plus
September is almost here, and that means PlayStation Plus subscribers only have a few days left to grab August’s free games on the service. People…