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Robots were around every corner during CES 2025 this week, but there was one that got very close to sounding and looking like an actual human. CNET’s Jesse Orrall interviewed Realbotix’s Aria, a blond, “female” robot who answered questions with just a touch of robotic awkwardness. (See which robot made our best of CES awards.) Aria, dressed in a

If you were lucky enough to get a new phone, handheld console or tablet over the holidays, you might suddenly be worried about keeping it powered while on the go. Thankfully, you don’t have to spend a lot to get a beefy power bank to take with you when out and about. Thanks to a

Looking for the most recent regular 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. Connections: Sports Edition isn’t too tough today, especially if you’re a hockey fan, as I am. Read on for hints and answers for today’s

Honda’s full-electric 0 Series concepts graduate to become prototypes, arriving with the automaker’s newly announced ASIMO OS onboard. Antuan Goodwin Antuan Goodwin started out in the automotive industry the old fashioned way, by turning wrenches in a driveway and picking up speeding tickets. Antuan now has 16 years of expertise and experience behind the wheel

Updated Feb. 8, 2024 4:00 p.m. PT Written by  Taylor Leamey Our expert, award-winning staff selects the products we cover and rigorously researches and tests our top picks. If you buy through our links, we may get a commission. Reviews ethics statement Taylor Leamey Senior Writer Taylor Leamey writes about all things wellness, specializing in

CES 2025 might be reinventing the wheel this year, and we saw, drove and towed the latest the EV industry has to offer. We’ve seen AI-enabled cars about to hit the production line, high-concept solar-powered electric vehicles and an EV motor that promises to fix one of the industry’s most fundamental problems. While the lack

At CES 2025, I took a ride in an electric car that you’d almost never have to plug in. The Aptera Solar EV is so laden with solar panels and so efficient in operation, the manufacturer claims it can harvest up to 40 miles of free range every day from that giant nuclear reactor in

What happens when millions of people gather for a global event in a country where they may not speak the language but suddenly need medical attention?  For starters, you try to figure out a way to connect people across languages, including translating sometimes vague and culturally specific personal health complaints into medical terminology that doctors

Smart glasses are all trying to get smarter. In an ongoing quest to find ways on our faces, companies are pitching ever-more-normal-looking glasses promising AI onboard that can interact with our lives using built-in cameras. Meta’s already laid out a path to that future with current Meta Ray-Bans and future dreams of Meta Orion full

From smartphones to laptops to tablets, our trusty electrical outlets and various USB ports can quickly get crowded whenever the need to charge multiple devices arises. If you’ve been looking for a way to keep your devices powered up while reducing cable clutter, then a docking station might be a great investment. Right now, this

One of the most annoying forms of US bureaucracy — renewing your US passport — has gotten a lot easier, and millions of people have already taken advantage of it. The US State Department has now opened up its online renewal system for passports to all eligible citizens, and more than one million Americans have taken

Samsung’s Ballie made waves at CES 2020 as a home robot concept that could one day roam your home. In 2024, Samsung brought it back to CES to share that it was giving the device a projector that can stream information and content onto different surfaces. At CES 2025 in Las Vegas, it’s taking things a

Show more (6 items) Getting quality sleep isn’t just about having the right mattress — your sheets play a crucial role, too. The best sheets complement your bed, enhancing comfort and creating a seamless, cozy experience. On the flip side, poorly chosen sheets can be distracting and downright uncomfortable. If you’re ready to upgrade your

New year, new housing market? Not exactly.  In early 2025, affordability remains a major challenge for prospective homebuyers, with rates and listing prices proving to be sticky, said Joel Berner, senior economist at Realtor.com.  The average rate for a 30-year fixed mortgage kicked off 2025 near 7%, just above where it was last January. “Several

Black Friday has now come and gone, but the holiday sales are still pouring in from Amazon. While we’re not seeing as many record low prices, there still out there. You just have to know where to look — enter CNET’s team of deal hunters. We’ve tracked down all the best offers found for $100

Whether you’ve got a new device or you want a wallet-friendly upgrade to your headphones, we at CNET are big fans of JBL audio gear thanks to its high value for the price. These models have budget earbuds that offer clear sound that consistently wows us. The JBL Vibe Beam earbuds are one of the

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Happy new year! If you’ve resolved to become a better runner in 2025, now is the time to get going. But that might not be easy. With the weather downright frigid in many parts of the country, it’s tempting to just curl up with some hot cocoa and enjoy some Netflix. Spring races are just

2025 is here, and there are plenty of available deals for anyone who didn’t get the chance to shop during 2024’s Black Friday or Cyber Week. Now is a great time to save across all categories, and that includes home security deals that add an extra layer of protection without breaking the bank. Woot is

I’ll admit, whenever I upgrade my iPhone to the newest version of iOS, it’s initially a bit of a let-down. Everything more or less looks the same — which is actually a good thing, because most people don’t like jarring changes. But then I want to know what’s new and exciting, and with iOS 18.2 there’s plenty to explore,

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 isn’t too difficult, and here’s a tip. We’ve got a list ranking all the letters in the alphabet by how frequently they

With the new year often comes some cleaning up, whether that’s in your physical home or your digital accounts. If your goal is to free up storage space, you might not need to get rid of quite as many old pictures, emails or files as you think. Investing in cloud storage is a great way

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. I lucked out today. The New York Times Wordle answer shared a lot of letters with one of my favorite starter words. Today’s word is a

How’d you like an interest-free loan to pay off a debt or to cover a big purchase this year? It’s not as far-fetched as you might think if you know how to strategically use a 0% introductory APR credit card. Credit cards that offer 0% introductory APR let you carry a balance for a specified

LED lights are bright, energy-efficient and offer extra capabilities you might not find with a traditional light bulb. Whether you’re looking for maximum brightness in the darker rooms of your home or want a light source that can be programmed to dim according to your schedule, we’ve found the best LED lights for long term

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. Happy New Year! The New York Times Mini Crossword honored the holiday in a few ways today. One was with a clue about the first month of

Biktrix, a Canada-based e-bike manufacturer that’s been around since 2014, launched its latest bike, the Juggernaut HD Duo, on Indiegogo and absolutely crushed its $30,000 goal. The bike just recently started shipping to backers, but I got a chance to test out an early sample of the $3,399 Juggernaut HD Duo and it’s definitely a fun ride. The

In an ideal world, we’d expense flights to the best vacation destinations simply to put our luggage through the sort of real-world tests that you’d do yourself. Our budgets not being in the tens of thousands, we have to find more appropriate ways to simulate those situations at home.  First off, we fill the cases

What is the best internet provider in Nampa? Sparklight is Nampa’s best internet service providerthanks to its wide availability, low introductory pricing and fast speeds. Nearly all Nampa households have access to high-speed internet from Sparklight, with plans starting at $35 up to $75 per month for speeds ranging from 100 to 1,000 megabits per

When to watch the Detroit Lions vs. San Francisco 49ers? Monday, Dec. 30, at 5:15 p.m. PT (8:15 p.m. ET). Where to watch: The Lions-49ers game will be shown on ABC, ESPN and ESPN Plus. See more details See more details See more details See at Fubo Carries ESPN and ABC for $80 per month Fubo See