Scammers are irritating -- we can all agree on that. And it feels like they kicked off 2026 with a vengeance, a trend the numbers seem to support. Unsolicited calls and messages have surged in recent years. Photo By CNET
A year ago, Apple unveiled the iPhone 16E, which replaced the iPhone SE as the most "affordable" handset in the company's lineup, incorporating some (but not all) of the features of the iPhone 16 series at a slight discount. If you're looking for a cheaper iPhone with enough bells and whistles, the iPhone 16E is still good -- but don't… Photo By CNET
Editors' Note: Crunchyroll continues to be the premier streaming platform for anime, and this year's release of its manga app offers another benefit for those with its Mega Fan plan. Its large and ever-growing anime catalog is unrivaled. The app's updates make it easier to customize, and additional subscription perks make it a standout for… Photo By CNET
Leveraging our years of hands-on testing, we’ve curated the following factors to consider when selecting a VPN that works with your Xbox. Your VPN’s speed plays a crucial role in gaming or streaming video. Fast internet speeds and low latency enhance your gaming experience. Because all virtual private networks result in some speed loss, you’ll… Photo By CNET
Apple revealed this week that Google's Gemini would power the next iteration of Siri, Apple's smart assistant that has lagged behind other systems. A revamped Siri was to be the core of Apple Intelligence, Apple's suite of AI features, but that effort fell short last year. In the meantime, Apple Intelligence can still perform plenty… Photo By CNET