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Looking for the most recent Connections answers? Click here for today’s Connections hints, as well as our daily answers and hints for The New York Times Mini Crossword, Wordle and Strands puzzles. So the purple category in the NYT Connections puzzle was kind of entertaining today, but if you don’t know a certain probability puzzle

Jan 9, 2025 Tech We saw a lot of awesome robots at CES this year but can’t crown any of them “the best.” Here’s why. So this was supposed to be a video about the best robots at CES and while I did see a lot of awesome robots this year, I don’t feel ready

First and foremost, I used CNET’s hose testing guidelines to evaluate each product in three specific areas: connection, kink and flow rate. These performance-based tests helped identify how the hoses functioned, and also how they compared to one another. Each hose passed the connection test, which checked to make sure none of them were leaking

Looking for the most recent Strands answer? Click here for our daily Strands hints, as well as our daily answers and hints for The New York Times Mini Crossword, Wordle and Connections puzzles. Do you fish? Do you eat a lot of fish? If either of those are true, you’ll likely do swimmingly on today’s Strands puzzle. Personally,

Tech and wellness have a tight connection — it’s no surprise that advancements in technology are often utilized to help us eat better, exercise better and sleep better. CES 2025 provides a great opportunity to survey some of the most eye-opening developments that will inform the future of health tech. Check out our favorite wellness

If there’s one highlight of tax season for most of us, it’s receiving a tax refund. Although the tax filing season hasn’t officially started yet — we expect it will open by the end of the month — you might want your tax refund sooner to pay off holiday debt or fund an upcoming trip

As a fan of the New York Jets I don’t have a lot to be happy about this NFL football season. But at least I know that whatever poor soul ends up coaching the team next year, he or she will be wearing a comfortable headset. For the 2025 season the NFL plans to switch

Though the holidays are in the rearview now, memories of stringing up lights in bitter cold temperatures might not be. Enter Govee, a maker of smart lighting that frequents our reviews, including our favorite ambient lighting for both indoors and out. Govee’s Permanent Outdoor Lights Pro are outdoor string lights that can be installed and

1. The first thing you need to buy prescription glasses online is a prescription. The best way to get an accurate prescription is to visit an optometrist and have an eye exam, which tends to cost around $100. After the test is complete, you need to make sure you get a hard copy of your

$895 at eBay Soundwave Hearing Sontro Best simple OTC hearing aid Show more (1 item) In this article:  Despite how new over-the-counter hearing aids are, there are already plenty of options to choose from. I was able to get my hands on some of the top options for testing. I had a mix of over-the-ear,

If you’re like a huge percentage of the population, your day doesn’t really start until you get your first cup of coffee. And for a lot of us, that means stopping at the coffee shop every morning. At an average of $3 a cup, this daily habit can add up quickly. That’s where a handy coffee

Space heaters come in all shapes and sizes and use different elements to heat a room. We’re here to help you find the perfect fit for winter.  Hector Roqueta Rivero/Getty Images Space heater price Most electric space heaters that operate solely in that function, (and not as a dual air purifier, for instance,) are priced

Forget taking an electrocardiogram from your wrist; now you can take one from your finger. The Circular Ring Gen 2, which was announced on Jan. 5 just ahead of CES 2025, is one of few smart rings that can detect atrial fibrillation. It’s a feature that’s become common in smartwatches but is still relatively rare

Show more (4 items) When it comes to Android phones, the gold standard is Samsung. The company makes some of the best phones around, with its latest flagship models, the Galaxy S24, S24 Plus and S24 Ultra, packing powerful specs into relatively small devices, making the S24 line one of the best yet. If you’re

Looking for the most recent Mini Crossword answer? Click here for today’s Mini Crossword hints, as well as our daily answers and hints for The New York Times Wordle, Strands and Connections puzzles. Today’s NYT Mini Crossword was one of the easier ones of late, I thought. I was a little mixed up by the 8 Across clue

Show more (3 items) In the world of wearables, the Apple Watch family consistently takes multiple spots on our list of the best smartwatches around. The Apple Watch Ultra 2 is the best of the bunch. It’s big, rugged and has an aesthetic that shows it means business. But with a whopping $799 price tag,

Last year, the path to lower mortgage rates seemed relatively straightforward: Official inflation would go down, the Federal Reserve would cut interest rates and the cost of borrowing would gradually ease in 2025.  But now, housing market experts aren’t so certain.  “Mortgage rates are not going to come down as much as we had expected, and affordability will still

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 and Strands puzzles. Today’s Wordle puzzle has a very rare letter, so if you get stuck, start guessing letters you never think about. We’ve got a list ranking all

If you’re hosting a party and expecting a lot of guests, your priority is probably making sure there’s enough food and drink to go around. But have you considered how many unfamiliar devices will be joining your Wi-Fi network? If those devices are infected with malware, or any of your guests unintentionally download a virus

Ready to add a new Max show to your rotation? These days, it’s Max — not HBO Max — that delivers HBO to the streaming masses. The service is home to popular shows like Succession, The White Lotus, Hacks and The Sex Lives of College Girls. There’s no shortage of exceptional fare to explore. Max unites the

Just about everyone can use a good pair of reliable, quality wireless earbuds. Whether you’re listening to a new podcast on the way to work or jamming out to your playlist at the gym, most of us use wireless earbuds regularly. And you don’t have to break the bank getting a good pair either. The Anker

TP-Link makes some of the most popular routers in the country, but they may not be available in the US for much longer. Investigators at the Commerce, Defense and Justice departments have all opened probes into the company that have to do with Chinese cyberattacks. These departments are weighing a potential ban on the sale

How tall should your standing desk be? The specific height of your standing desk largely depends on your own height. If you’re a shorter individual, you’ll want to make sure it can adjust to a low standing height, and for taller people, you’ll want it to be able to go higher. One of the biggest

Looking for the most recent Mini Crossword answer? Click here for today’s Mini Crossword hints, as well as our daily answers and hints for The New York Times Wordle, Strands and Connections puzzles. I thought that my first name, though spelled differently, made it into the New York Times Mini Crossword today, but I was wrong. I mean, a four-letter

The Apple Watch Series 10 is a phenomenal piece of tech that tops our best smartwatches list for its unparalleled features and sleek design. You can now pick it up for its lowest price ever at $329, matching what we’ve seen it at during Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales. Both Amazon and Best Buy

While all the food processors I tested can basically get the job done when it comes to chopping, pureeing, shredding and slicing, they come in various sizes and bowl volumes with a range of additional features and price points. If size or price are limiting factors for you, the decision is going to become very

There are hundreds of home security cameras on the market, ranging drastically in price, functionality and quality, but only a few offer solar power. After CNET’s years of testing home security cameras, we have some tips if you’re on the hunt for a new solar-powered security camera. Here are a few parameters to consider. Privacy

Before settling on an Instant Pot or multicooker, there are some considerations to make in terms of size, price, functionality and cooking programs. Consider the features and programs  Food-specific modes and options will make the difference when it comes to picking the best Instant Pot for your cooking needs. If you want to venture into

Show more (3 items) The holidays have officially passed us by, which means that deals on top tech are a little hard to come by right now. But don’t panic if you’re still in the market for a new phone, as there are still plenty of excellent offers to be had on Google’s latest Pixel

The CDC advises that adults perform moderate-intensity aerobic activity for 150 minutes every week or 75 minutes of vigorous activity per week. This can have many benefits, including supporting your cardiovascular health, reducing the risk of infectious diseases and strengthening your bones. But when is the best time to actually perform this exercise? Some enjoy