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Last fall as I was lying on my lumpy living room couch in Brooklyn, I did a quick Google search regarding something I’ve long been interested in learning: “Croatian teachers near me.” While very few in-person teachers popped up, various online options appeared, such as language tutors who can work with you remotely. As I

As we see more and more electric vehicles on the roads, there’s a lesser-known but increasingly popular functionality that EV buyers should consider: bidirectional charging. This capability allows an EV to act as a battery, powering your home, appliances and more. Currently, bidirectional charging is available in only a handful of cars, including the Ford

Looking for the most recent Wordle answer? Click here for today’s Wordle hints, as well as our daily answers and hints for The New York Times Mini Crossword, Connections, Connections: Sports Edition and Strands puzzles. Today’s Wordle answer is kind of a fun word. And none of its letters are too unusual (check our list ranking

Google delivered big artificial intelligence news this week, launching the next generation of its chatbot, Gemini 2.0. Google is opening up new Gemini 2.0 models in a multipronged initiative. Let’s break down what’s new and coming from Google’s Gemini AI tool.  Gemini 2.0 Pro The company is releasing an experimental version of Gemini 2.0 Pro in Google

Even though the 2025 tax season has only been open less than two full weeks, the IRS has already been busy processing tax returns and issuing tax refunds.  Not mine — I’m still a ways away from sitting down with my W-2 forms and the 1040 instructions and a calculator and all that. But millions

When choosing which soundbar to buy, CNET also uses the following criteria as part of its selection process: Price The most important consideration when choosing a soundbar is how much it costs, and I have found there are great soundbars at every price point, starting at $100 and up. I give a lot of thought

When I moved to a house that was serviceable for fiber internet, I was happy to ditch cable for fiber. My roommates and I had spent the past three years doing fine with Spectrum, but we were frustrated with the occasional price increases and internet outages. Switching to fiber internet meant symmetrical download and upload

View details View details View details View details View details View details View details View details View details View details A smart speaker can do more than just play music these days. Many speaker models are getting smarter. A good smart speaker can bring you voice-activated internet searches and connections to all your devices. Some

The air fryer was practically invented to cook chicken fingers. And chicken fingers are the perfect addition to a Super Bowl spread. It’s a match made in heaven. Making tenders in the countertop cooker is so fast and mess-free that I find myself firing up a batch nearly every week, if not more, and experimenting

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Google delivered big artificial intelligence news on Wednesday, launching its next-generation chatbot, Gemini 2.0. Google is opening up new Gemini 2.0 models in a multi-pronged change.  Let’s break down what’s new and coming from Google.  Gemini 2.0 Pro From talking fridges to iPhones, our experts are here to help make the world a little less

Once homeowners get past the hurdle of making a down payment and financing a mortgage, the cash outlays for their house don’t stop there. The average cost of maintaining a house in 2024 was $18,118, which is 26% more than only four years earlier. All those expenses come with a silver lining, however — tax

If you’re planning a Super Bowl party this weekend and thought you don’t have enough AI-generated content to support it, Apple has a new app for you. The Invites app, released this week, is the company’s version of the popular Partiful app for scheduling, inviting and keeping track of parties and their guests. It requires

The three services above are our top choices for the best DNA test. They weren’t the only ones we tested. What follows are some additional options, none of which eclipsed the 23andMe, Ancestry or FamilyTreeDNA tests in any significant fashion.  MyHeritage MyHeritage/Screenshot by CNET MyHeritage offers a free tier of service that includes some basic

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Microsoft plans to remove its free VPN feature from the Microsoft 365 subscription later this month. The change will take effect after Feb. 28, seemingly due to a lack of consumer adoption. “We routinely evaluate the usage and effectiveness of our features,” the company said on its website. “As such, we are removing the privacy

Trustworthiness Some particularly insidious malware is disguised as free antivirus software. You download something to protect your computer, and instead, you infect it, leading to stolen data or a locked device. You can avoid this malware by sticking with trusted antivirus companies. Choose a company from a vetted list like this one, read the third-party

Sometimes it can be difficult to understand what someone means in a message, and when you throw emoji in the mix things get even more complicated. A “😃” or “❤️” are easy to understand, but how are “😩” and “😭” different? Over time, emoji meanings have become subjective, depending on a message’s context and wider

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The start of a new year is the perfect time for change, whether that means finding a new place or changing up your internet service. If you’re thinking about switching providers or improving your setup, you’ve probably got some questions. I’ll admit, before I really started digging into broadband, my only concern was whether my

Reached the end of a binge and ready for something new? Prime Video may offer your next small-screen fixation.  The streamer is the place to visit for can’t-miss originals like The Boys and The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel. With new shows premiering frequently, such as the postapocalyptic drama Fallout, you can choose a fresh release or

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You’re out and about, capturing moments on your iPhone, whether it’s a weekend getaway, a family gathering, or just everyday snapshots. It’s so easy to snap photos and record videos that before you know it, you’re hit with the dreaded “iPhone Storage Full” notification. But don’t panic. You don’t need to upgrade to a phone

It’s no secret that black holes are some of the weirdest objects in space. Their disks are fluffy like cake, and diving into one is both interesting and terrifying. Now, a group of astronomers used data from NASA’s Chandra X-ray Observatory and the Very Large Telescope to show that black holes can cook their own

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Marvel Rivals is the popular new hero shooter featuring iconic Marvel characters, and they don’t get any more iconic than Spider-Man. The web-slinging hero has a new skin available for the game, and it’s one of the best yet.   NetEase Games released the Spider-Man 2 skin for the hero on Thursday, the developer said

Some people watch the Super Bowl for the football, some for the commercials and some for the star-studded musical halftime show, which has come a long way since the wholesome Up With People days. It’s always a superstar performer now, and it’s the closest thing we have to a national concert.  Here’s what to know