Slow internet in certain rooms? Your router placement could be to blame. Whether you're using a single Wi-Fi router or a mesh network, positioning your hardware correctly can make a major difference in speed, reliability, and coverage. Hiding your router in a cabinet or tucking it behind your TV might look tidy, but it's probably…

Photo By CNET

A virtual private network, or VPN, is a valuable privacy tool that hides your public IP address, making it harder for your ISP or mobile carrier to track your online activity. By masking your web and app usage, a VPN can help you maintain privacy, access region-locked streaming content such as international Netflix libraries and…

Photo By CNET

The anticipated reveal of Apple's newest iPhone is just around the corner. For months now, rumors have been swirling about what the upcoming device, likely called the iPhone 17, could look like, from a redesigned camera module to fresh colors and a higher refresh rate. The phone is expected to debut in early September, although Apple hasn't confirmed…

Photo By CNET

Check out CNET Money's weekly mortgage rate forecast for a more in-depth look at what’s next for Fed rate cuts, labor data and inflation. The average 30-year fixed mortgage interest rate is 6.74% today, a decrease of -0.02% from seven days ago. The average rate for a 15-year fixed mortgage is 5.99%, which is an…

Photo By CNET