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Jul 18, 2026

Best Standing Desks of 2026
Take a standing break throughout the day with one of the best standing desks.

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Jul 18, 2026

Best Desks of 2026: I've Spent Nearly 4,000 Hours Testing Desks. These Are the Ones You Want
Put one of the best desks in your office with the help of CNET experts.

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Jul 17, 2026

Astronomers Found the First Atmosphere on a Planet in Another Star's Habitable Zone
Science has discovered around 6,000 planets, and this is the first one, other than Earth, that is rocky and has an atmosphere.

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Jul 17, 2026

Best Over-Ear Headphones We've Tested
Prefer full-size headphones to earbuds? These are the best over-ear headphones you can buy, according to CNET's headphones expert.

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Jul 17, 2026

You've Probably Watched One of the 300 Titles on Netflix Produced With AI
The streaming video company with the world's most subscribers has leaned quickly into AI-assisted production.

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Jul 17, 2026

Best MacBooks We've Tested (July 2026)
Apple's MacBook lineup includes three tiers: Neo, Air and Pro. See our favorites and find the best MacBook for your laptop budget and needs.

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Jul 17, 2026

Apple Is Raising Prices on Music and One Bundle Subscriptions
It's getting even more expensive to be an Apple loyalist.

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Jul 17, 2026

Today's NYT Strands Hints, Answers and Help for July 18 #867
Here are hints and answers for the NYT Strands puzzle for July 18, No. 867.

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Jul 17, 2026

Today's NYT Connections Hints, Answers and Help for July 18, #1133
Here are some hints and the answers for the NYT Connections puzzle for July 18 No. 1,133.

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Jul 17, 2026

Today's Wordle Hints, Answer and Help for July 18, #1855
Here are hints and the answer for today's Wordle for July 18, No. 1,855.

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Jul 17, 2026

EU Orders Google to Open Android to AI Rivals and to Share Search Data
The European Union is using its Digital Markets Act to crack down on big tech companies that aren't being fair.

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Jul 17, 2026

Meta Used AI to Illegally Fire Pregnant and Disabled People, Lawsuit Alleges
Former Meta employees allege the company penalized them for taking medical leave.

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Jul 17, 2026

Are You Sick of All the Fake Amazon Brands? Try This Free Browser Extension
I tried the new Knockoff extension to filter out all the cheaply made junk I don't want to buy.

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Jul 17, 2026

Tesla Created a $225 Balance Bike for Tots, and It's Already Sold Out
The bike isn't motorized and is completely toddler-powered.

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Jul 17, 2026

iOS 27 Public Beta: It's... Fine I Guess?
Even if you don't use AI, I found some useful features in the iOS 27 beta. They're smaller, quality-of-life changes, but you won't want to skip them.

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Jul 17, 2026

Back-to-School Laptops and Tablet Prices Are Going Up, but There's a Workaround
Certified refurbished tech can help you save on your device, but don't expect all-time-low price drops.

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Jul 17, 2026

Best AI Video Generators of 2026: Gemini Omni, Adobe Firefly and More Compared
AI video generators are not created equal. These are the best ones we've tested.

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Jul 17, 2026

F1 Is One of the Loudest Sports on Earth. This Is What Audiologists Recommend to Protect Your Hearing at the Belgian Grand Prix
Here's how McLaren protects its team and what experts want F1 fans to know before race day.

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Jul 17, 2026

AI Chatbot Responses Often Mirror Government Censorship, Report Finds
When providing information about countries with restricted speech, the AI models behind chatbots and agents often sidestep prompts or offer responses trained on censored materials.

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Jul 17, 2026

Apple vs. Open AI Explained: The Battle for AI Gadgets Begins With a Juicy Lawsuit
Ah, so that's why we didn't hear about ChatGPT at WWDC this year.

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Jul 17, 2026

Siri AI vs. Old Siri on Apple Watch: It Wasn't Even Close
The WatchOS 27 public beta is here, and Apple's revamped assistant finally does what Siri should have been doing all along.

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Jul 17, 2026

Bose Lifestyle Ultra Speaker Review: A Pair Is the Way to Go
A direct competitor to Sonos' Era 100 speaker, the attractively designed Lifestyle Ultra has excellent sound for its size and built-in Google Cast support -- but you'll probably want two.

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Jul 17, 2026

2 Very Good Reasons to Use Filtered Water for Brewing Coffee, According to an Expert
Swapping in filtered water when brewing hot beverages improves the taste -- but that's only half of the story.

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Jul 17, 2026

AT&T's Unlimited Phone Plans Changed in 2026. Here's What You Get for Your Money
If you're on old AT&T plans -- or shopping around -- now's the time to see if you can save money or switch features with the new lineup.

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Jul 16, 2026

You Can Now Star in Your Own AI Videos Using Google Vids
Google's AI-powered editing tool and its new personal avatars feature let you cast yourself in videos without ever needing a camera.

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Jul 16, 2026

A Diarrhea-Causing Parasite Is Spreading. Should You Stop Eating Salad?
Salad greens could be a source of the growing cyclospora outbreak, but officials haven't identified a specific product, grower or supplier.

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Jul 16, 2026

When Flock Comes to Your Town: I Asked Experts What to Do About These AI Cameras
Flock is setting up surveillance cams and drones in cities nationwide. Citizens are fighting back. Here's everything you should know.

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Jul 16, 2026

New Lawsuit Filed Against Apple for 'Hide My Email' Privacy Vulnerability
A major flaw in Apple's Hide My Email feature exposes users' real email addresses to anyone who can look them up online.

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Jul 16, 2026

OpenAI's Hardware Plans Have a Bigger Problem Than Apple's Lawsuit
Commentary: Beyond proving the ChatGPT maker didn't steal Apple's trade secrets, OpenAI needs to prove to everyone else that AI devices are a good idea.

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Jul 16, 2026

New Smart Ring Says It Can Deliver Accurate Blood Pressure Tracking Without a Cuff
The $399 Signal Ring by Vital Signals claims to deliver cuffless, calibration-free blood pressure readings from the finger.

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Jul 16, 2026

Best Air Purifiers for 2026: Lab-Tested Picks for Smoke, Allergens and Flu Prevention
Pollen, wildfires and other airborne particles can turn summer into a respiratory nightmare. We tested 15 top units using a custom smoke bomb test. These are the best air purifiers for removing smoke, allergens and more from your home's air.

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Jul 16, 2026

Siri AI Helped Me Avoid Eating Diarrhea Lettuce
The iPhone's virtual assistant got a glow-up with iOS 27 and finally lives up to Apple's 2011 promise. In my early testing, Siri is just here to get things done.

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Jul 16, 2026

Today's NYT Strands Hints, Answers and Help for July 17 #866
Here are hints and answers for the NYT Strands puzzle for July 17, No. 866.

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Jul 16, 2026

Today's Wordle Hints, Answer and Help for July 17, #1854
Here are hints and the answer for today's Wordle for July 17, No. 1,854.

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Jul 16, 2026

Today's NYT Connections Hints, Answers and Help for July 17, #1132
Here are some hints and the answers for the NYT Connections puzzle for July 17, No. 1,132.

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Jul 16, 2026

1Password Will Let You Allow Claude to Use Your Passwords, but Not See Them
You'll have to give your thumbs-up -- or some kind of biometric approval -- when the AI agent needs to use a password.

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Jul 16, 2026

Apple's Reportedly Dropping a New iPad Mini This Fall
I hope the rumored OLED screen doesn't send prices through the roof.

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Jul 16, 2026

Fandango Amplifies Its Free Streaming Service in Major Rebrand
No login or account will be required in the expanded content hub, which will compete with rivals such as Tubi, Pluto TV and the Roku Channel.

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Jul 16, 2026

iPhone Users Beware: Scammers Are Using FaceTime to Steal Bank Info
Your bank is not going to use a video call to "verify" your password or other secure information.

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Jul 16, 2026

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Rumor Roundup: Wider and Ultra Phones May Be Coming
Samsung's book-style folding phone lineup may be expanding to include both a widescreen variant along with an Ultra model.

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Jul 16, 2026

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 Rumor Roundup: What We Know About the New Compact Flip
Now that we know Samsung's planning a July Unpacked event, leaks are painting a clearer picture of the company's next flip phone.

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Jul 16, 2026

How to Opt Out of AI Chatbots Collecting Your Data for Training Purposes
If you use big tech's products, your data belongs to them unless you do something about it. Here's how.

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Jul 16, 2026

Bigger Scares: Home Depot's 12-Foot Skeleton Is a Halloween Hit and Now It Can Talk, Too
Creep out the neighborhood kids with this cool upgrade to one of the most popular holiday haunts around.

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Jul 16, 2026

'Power: Origins': See Young Ghost, Tommy and Kanan in First-Look Trailer
The new prequel series is currently in production for Starz.

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Jul 16, 2026

Google Renames NotebookLM to Gemini Notebook
NotebookLM gets a new name and expanded access to native code writing features.

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Jul 16, 2026

Google Pixel 11 Rumor Roundup: New Colors, Higher Prices and Lots of Leaks
Everything we've heard about what the new Pixel 11 phones look like, new prices and more storage than last year.

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Jul 16, 2026

US Sanctions First VPN in Crackdown on Ransomware Criminals
European authorities dismantled the VPN service in May following a yearslong investigation.

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Jul 16, 2026

The Week's Best Deals Are Here, and These Are the Ones CNET Experts Would Actually Buy
We sifted through hundreds of discounts to find the biggest savings that you need to check out.

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Jul 16, 2026

Roku City Comes Alive With Live-Action Short Films and Interactive Tour
You can tour its prime locations, such as Mount Roku, or explore odder sites, including the Isle of Roku.

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Jul 16, 2026

45 of the Best Movies on Netflix You Should Stream Now
Check out some old classics and great new releases on Netflix now.

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Jul 16, 2026

Meta Adds Support and Parental Notification for AI Chats About Self-Harm
Amid a period of intense scrutiny over safety, Meta is beefing up its options for parental supervision and notification of their child's online activities.

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Jul 16, 2026

Portable Air Conditioner BTU Ratings Are Confusing. Here's What to Know
Yes, BTU ratings matter, but when it comes to portable AC units, there's more to unpack.

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Jul 16, 2026

Best Streaming Services for Kids in 2026
These are the best platforms for family-friendly programming, including Cocomelon, Bluey, SpongeBob and Teen Titans.

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Jul 16, 2026

It's Official: OnePlus Is Dead. Long Live Oppo
"Never settle" takes on a whole new meaning, as the once-maverick phone-maker retreats from the US and Europe.

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Jul 16, 2026

I Used Every OnePlus Phone I Could Get My Hands On. These Were My Favorites
Now that the company has closed in Europe and the US, I've looked back at my top picks from OnePlus' phones, wearables and foldables.

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Jul 16, 2026

5 Reasons to Buy the New Pink Floyd Cassette Deck, Ranked Best to Worst
The Dark Side of the Moon WE-001 comes with a copy of the cassette for $199.

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Jul 15, 2026

Google Play Opens the Door to Third-Party App Stores, Starting Next Week
As part of the antitrust settlement between Google and Epic Games, third-party app developers will have access to the Google Play Store beginning next week.

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Jul 15, 2026

Rumored Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 Might Fix Samsung's Biggest Smartwatch Problem
Latest leaked images suggest Samsung is sticking with a familiar look, but the biggest changes could be hiding inside.

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Jul 15, 2026

The Open 2026: TV Schedule, How to Watch All the Golf Action From Anywhere
It's the final major of the year at the Royal Birkdale Golf Club.

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Jul 15, 2026

OpenAI's First Hardware Release Turns Out to Be Keypad for Codex
The keypad is for helping monitor your Codex agents, not keeping you company.

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Jul 15, 2026

Apple Closes Loophole Letting Buyers Pick Unlocked iPhones Using Carrier Payment Plans
You'll no longer be able to finance unlocked iPhones from these carriers until they complete important steps.

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Jul 15, 2026

T-Mobile Is Finally Retiring Its 2G Network and Urging the Last Stragglers to Upgrade
The last major carrier to turn off its 2G connectivity is offering free 5G-capable phones to customers still holding onto their old handsets.

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Jul 15, 2026

How You Distill 80 Years of Marvel Comics Into Magic: The Gathering Cards
Magic: The Gathering's new set, Marvel Super Heroes, has around 600 cards. Here's how they chose which heroes made the cut.

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Jul 15, 2026

Some Starlink Customers Report Getting Hit With Massive Demand Surcharge
The surcharges follow price increases earlier this year for millions of the SpaceX-owned service's customers.

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Jul 15, 2026

Today's NYT Strands Hints, Answers and Help for July 16 #865
Here are hints and answers for the NYT Strands puzzle for July 16, No. 865.

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Jul 15, 2026

Today's NYT Connections Hints, Answers and Help for July 16, #1131
Here are some hints and the answers for the NYT Connections puzzle for July 16, No. 1,131.

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Jul 15, 2026

Today's Wordle Hints, Answer and Help for July 16, #1853
Here are hints and the answer for today's Wordle for July 16, No. 1,853.

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Jul 15, 2026

I 3D Print Over 10 Pounds of Material Every Week - These Are the Filaments I Recommend
Looking to buy 3D printer filament? Skip the confusion with our top options for all experience levels, picked by CNET's experts.

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Jul 15, 2026

I 3D Print Over 10 Pounds of Material Every Week -- These Are the Filaments I Recommend
Looking to buy 3D printer filament? Skip the confusion with our top options for all experience levels, picked by CNET's experts.

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Jul 15, 2026

Source Code Hack Reveals Suno's AI Was Trained on Millions of YouTube Songs
The hack allegedly confirms the suspicions of record labels and artists that their music is used in the creation of AI music.

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Jul 15, 2026

3D-Printed, Customized Contact Lenses Are Possible, and Can Be Made in 20 Minutes
A new system could create patient-specific lenses for those with irregular corneas who struggle with traditional contact lenses.

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Jul 15, 2026

Stream 'Stranger Things' Like It's 1983. Netflix Quietly Drops Surprise VHS Edition
Netflix brings the '80s nostalgia with this 10th-anniversary special edition of season 1.

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Jul 15, 2026

Hands-On With the iOS 27 Public Beta: Just OK
Even if you don't use AI, I found some useful features in the iOS 27 beta. But most of them are smaller, quality-of-life changes.

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Jul 15, 2026

The Best LED Face Masks That Will Improve Your Skin's Appearance
We tested popular FDA-cleared LED face masks to find the best ones for your home needs.

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Jul 15, 2026

Apple iPhone 20: What We Know About the Radical Redesign Coming in 2027
The 20th anniversary edition iPhone is shaping up to be a landmark moment overseen by Apple's next CEO, John Ternus, but expected price hikes could make it more expensive.

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Jul 15, 2026

Don't Call It Book 4, but the Next Fourth Wing Book Has a Name and Release Date
The next book in the Fourth Wing series is an anthology, not a continuation of Violet's story.

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Jul 15, 2026

You Can Extend Your Phone's Battery With a Few Settings and a Wallpaper Change
Don't expect miracles from this trick, but it could help you extend your phone's battery life just a little bit more.

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Jul 15, 2026

Study Suggests We've Been Measuring Solar Storms All Wrong
The same phenomenon that causes the beautiful aurora borealis may also cause way more havoc than previously thought.

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Jul 15, 2026

53 of the Best TV Shows on Netflix That Will Keep You Entertained
Yes, you should absolutely marathon them.

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Jul 15, 2026

Spotify Launches Free Managed Accounts for Kids in the US
This option is now open to any parent with a Spotify account.

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Jul 15, 2026

The Unfiltered Truth: What Air Purifiers Actually Catch
I connected with experts to find out where our air quality is headed, and if air purifiers are the breath of fresh air we need.

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Jul 15, 2026

These Expert-Approved Smart Scales Can Read More Than Just Your Weight
A smart scale can weigh you, but it also provides additional biometric data.

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Jul 15, 2026

People's Picks TV Winners: These TV Brands Win for Screen Quality, Sound and Smarts
Upgrading your TV soon? One well-known TV brand is our readers' all-around favorite.

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Jul 15, 2026

Best Verizon Plans: How to Choose the Right One in 2026
Among Verizon's unlimited phone plans, here are CNET's favorites.

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Jul 15, 2026

I Asked Experts Why Dishwashers Fail. A Simple Step You're Skipping Was the Top Answer
Your dishwasher losing oomph may be your fault. Here's what experts say is the number one cause of dishwasher decline.

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Jul 14, 2026

OpenAI's First Device Will Reportedly Be a Portable Smart Speaker
The device is expected to possess a "personality" that will serve as a "humanlike AI companion," Bloomberg reports.

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Jul 14, 2026

From Extreme Heat to Half a Million Folds: A Rare Look Inside Samsung's Display Lab
During a visit to South Korea, I was among the first people outside of Samsung to see how the company stress tests its foldable displays before they end up in your pocket.

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Jul 14, 2026

Beyond the Galaxy Z Fold: Samsung's Future Phone Concepts That Roll, Slide and Expand
I visited Samsung's secret display lab to see what our future smartphones could look like. It was the first time the press has been allowed in.

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Jul 14, 2026

LA and Other Cities Are Distancing Themselves From Flock Safety
Los Angeles is letting its contract with the controversial security company expire after a three-year partnership.

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Jul 14, 2026

Best Xbox Controller for 2026: Series X and Series S
Your Xbox controller can make or break your gaming experience. I've tested the best wired and wireless options available, and here are our top picks.

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Jul 14, 2026

New York Is First State to Press Pause on AI Data Center Construction
Gov. Kathy Hochul signs an executive order to pause new construction, but it won't affect data centers that have already broken ground.

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Jul 14, 2026

Some Galaxy S26 Ultra Phone Displays Are Reportedly Developing a Red Tint
S26 Ultra owners have claimed on Reddit that they've noticed discoloration.

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Jul 14, 2026

Today's NYT Connections Hints, Answers and Help for July 15, #1130
Here are some hints and the answers for the NYT Connections puzzle for July 15, No. 1,130.

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Jul 14, 2026

Today's Wordle Hints, Answer and Help for July 15, #1852
Here are hints and the answer for today's Wordle for July 15, No. 1,852.

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Jul 14, 2026

Today's NYT Strands Hints, Answers and Help for July 15 #864
Here are hints and answers for the NYT Strands puzzle for July 15 No. 864.

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Jul 14, 2026

Pixel 11 and Pixel Watch 5 Leaks Show New Colors and Prices
The rumors keep coming for Google's latest flagships.

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Jul 14, 2026

iPadOS 27 Doesn't Reimagine the iPad, but It Does a Great Job With Siri
A far better Siri and performance benefits are reasons to upgrade and try out the beta, or wait till the fall.

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Jul 14, 2026

Mirrors in Space? The FCC Just Approved a Sun-Reflecting Satellite, and Astronomers Are Worried
For now, a single satellite has been cleared for a test demonstration, but the company making it hopes to eventually launch 50,000 of them into orbit.

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Jul 14, 2026

Google Faces Another Lawsuit Alleging Its AI Violated Copyrights
A group of publishers says Google engaged in a prolific and unprecedented infringement of copyrighted materials.

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Jul 14, 2026

Google Launches Two New Features to Celebrate 25 Years of Google Images
Google Images has evolved from early text-to-image queries to today's multimodal AI experiences.

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