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Hints and answers for the NYT Connections: Sports Edition puzzle, No. 230, for May 11.

Hints and answers for the NYT Connections: Sports Edition puzzle, No. 230, for May 11.

Here are the answers for The New York Times Mini Crossword for May 11.

Here are the answers for The New York Times Mini Crossword for May 11.

Michigan residents have plenty of broadband providers to choose from. CNET’s experts highlight the top picks in the Great Lakes State to simplify your search for home internet.

Michigan residents have plenty of broadband providers to choose from. CNET’s experts highlight the top picks in the Great Lakes State to simplify your search for home internet.

Hints and answers for Connections for Mother's Day, May 11, No. 700.

Hints and answers for Connections for Mother's Day, May 11, No. 700.

Here are hints and the answer for today's Wordle No. 1,422 for May 11.

Here are hints and the answer for today's Wordle No. 1,422 for May 11.

Here are hints and answers for the NYT Strands puzzle No. 434 for May 11.

Here are hints and answers for the NYT Strands puzzle No. 434 for May 11.

Overloading extension cords with these appliances? Bad idea.

It's an essential detail to know before the anti-hero outing.

It's an essential detail to know before the anti-hero outing.

Having trouble falling asleep? Our CNET experts have picked the best melatonin supplements to help regulate your sleep cycle and get a better night's sleep.

Having trouble falling asleep? Our CNET experts have picked the best melatonin supplements to help regulate your sleep cycle and get a better night's sleep.

After wearing it for a month, I'd say the $80 Amazfit Bip 6 checks (almost) every box -- as long as you can live with a few rough edges.

After wearing it for a month, I'd say the $80 Amazfit Bip 6 checks (almost) every box -- as long as you can live with a few rough edges.

Speaking with designers about the new set, which marks a massive shift for Magic: The Gathering, has pulled me fully back into the game.

Speaking with designers about the new set, which marks a massive shift for Magic: The Gathering, has pulled me fully back into the game.

The Cherries look to turn around their home form as they take on fellow European hopefuls Villa.

The Cherries look to turn around their home form as they take on fellow European hopefuls Villa.

Samsung's Galaxy S25 Edge will be getting its own Unpacked event on Monday.

Samsung's Galaxy S25 Edge will be getting its own Unpacked event on Monday.

Feeling down? These are the foods to add to your diet to give yourself a serotonin boost.

The Amazon service's offerings include classics like The Dark Crystal and Willow.

The Amazon service's offerings include classics like The Dark Crystal and Willow.

Macworld Keeping up to date with the latest news, social media posts, podcasts, and messaging services while travelling abroad can be tricky. Your mobile provider will most likely want to charge a small fortune for overseas data plans or you’ll have to deal with the hassle of trying to buy a […]

Insta360’s new X5 360 camera features excellent 8K video and a new replaceable lens design.

The CyberGuy advises how to protect yourself against SIM swapping, a form of identity theft by which a scammer tricks a mobile carrier into transferring a phone number.

The bank hopes this move will stop fraud before it occurs.

The bank hopes this move will stop fraud before it occurs.

Save cash without sacrificing quality with one of these excellent budget TVs.

Nike Hyperboots, made to help you warm up for and recover from workouts, will soon be available next Saturday.

Nike Hyperboots, made to help you warm up for and recover from workouts, will soon be available next Saturday.

Feeling crushed by your student loan debt? Apply at one of these companies to score some help making bigger payments.

Tariffs have emerged as possibly the defining aspect of Donald Trump's presidency and they're poised to make life a lot harder.

Freezing your child's credit will help keep their identity safe if their personal information is compromised in a data breach.

These low-risk options are the best places to keep your money safe in a recession.

These low-risk options are the best places to keep your money safe in a recession.

With the weather warming up, it's the perfect time to start grilling. But just make sure to keep these seven foods far from your grill.

These affordable buds borrow tech from Bose, offering some of the best noise canceling for the money.

Stay up to date on the latest AI technology advancements and learn about the challenges and opportunities AI presents now and for the future.

Are broadband options limited around you? Maybe you're just tired of your current internet provider? Here's what 5G home internet can offer.

Are broadband options limited around you? Maybe you're just tired of your current internet provider? Here's what 5G home internet can offer.

HelloFresh’s organic meal kit Green Chef offers straightforward, refreshing simplicity.

After 24 hours with Motorola's 2025 Razr, the flip phone scores high marks for its looks.

The long-awaited phone is set to be unveiled during a virtual Unpacked event. Here's everything to know and how to tune in.

After 24 hours with Motorola's 2025 Razr, the flip phone scores high marks for its looks.

The long-awaited phone is set to be unveiled during a virtual Unpacked event. Here's everything to know and how to tune in.

Trying to get Wi-Fi to reach all areas in your home? There's some nuance to getting the most out of your Wi-Fi connection.

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The iPhone 16E packs plenty of new features but also carries a higher price tag. Here's how the phones stack up.

The iPhone 16E packs plenty of new features but also carries a higher price tag. Here's how the phones stack up.

With Sidecar, you can use your iPad to mirror content to your Mac or extend it to your tablet.

Need budget-friendly and speedy internet in Cincinnati? Altafiber is a top pick, but CNET's experts have more options as well

The Seagulls look to keep their slim hopes of European qualification alive as they travel to Molineux.

Pep Guardiola's men look to take a step closer to Champions League qualification as they take on the doomed Saints.

The agency maintains the global backbone of measurements of CO2 and other gases, but these are at risk of being curtailed if the foreshadowed cuts to NOAA are realized.

The Wheel of Time, Reacher, and Mobile Suit Gundam GQuuuuuuX are just a few of the shows you should be watching on Amazon Prime Video this week.

Plus: A DOGE operative’s laptop reportedly gets infected with malware, Grok AI is used to “undress” women on X, a school software company’s ransomware nightmare returns, and more.

An official sharing feature built into the mobile app lets you send a specific scene to your friends. Here’s how to use it.

Robeauté’s microrobot, which is the size of a grain of rice, could change the way doctors treat brain tumors and neurological conditions and make procedures safer.

Growing rates of type 2 diabetes across the African content offer scientists hope of creating new, more inclusive treatments.

Plus: Oura’s new metabolic features, Whoop releases new bands, and Samsung’s Wallet gets Tap to Transfer cash.

A Virginia man was charged with second-degree murder after the shooting. The teenager’s friends told the authorities they had been filming a video of the prank for TikTok.

The Bumble CEO has returned to run the struggling company she founded, and says she has a plan for getting Gen Z back.

The Tesla billionaire is using his social media site X to rant and accuse. The politics of rage rarely worked out well for earlier moguls.

Macworld At a glanceExpert's Rating Pros Lightweight Foldable Quite robust Cons Low efficiency Our Verdict The Power Hat is a good idea, but the state of solar panel efficiency is such that this hat at least requires ideal weather conditions and an ideal orientation to […]

Macworld Ready to go a little easier on your wallet? At Sam’s Club, members can save money on nearly everything — from food to furniture to jewelry and even prescriptions. And for two more days, you can even save on your membership and score it for just $20. This 1-year membership is $30 […]

Experts say that the iPhone is due for a price hike, regardless of what happens with tariffs.

The Texas attorney general brought the cases in 2022 under state laws.

A federal judge’s recent ruling has made it possible for apps to sell software and subscriptions outside the App Store without having to pay a commission.

Court documents show the company commissioned a sham report and lied on the stand to justify its actions, which will cast a shadow over future lawsuits.

Macworld We don’t have iPhones with Bluetooth 6 yet—in fact, only a couple second-tier Android phones even claim to support it so far. But that’s not stopping the Bluetooth group, which is keeping with its twice-a-year cadence and announcing the Bluetooth 6.1 spec. You’ll recall […]

Put Apple's latest smartwatch on your wrist for less.

Macworld Picture this: you’re on the go, your boss calls and you have to pick up the phone for a meeting. The meeting keeps getting longer and longer and, suddenly, your phone’s low-battery warning pops up. Instead of scrambling for power cable, you just take out the Baseus Picogo MagSafe […]

We sat down with Tom Conrad, the interim CEO of Sonos, to talk about the app, the company’s relationship with its loyal users, and what other changes are ahead.

Christine Martinez, who was a friend of two of Pinterest’s three co-founders, sued the company in 2021 for breach of implied contract and other claims.

Apple is paying out $95 million to settle a class action lawsuit involving Siri. Users need to submit claims by July 2.

Can a small Massachusetts start-up perfect a battery that would make electric vehicles cheaper and more convenient than conventional cars?

Macworld Apple’s list of currently available content for Apple TV+ continues to grow, and so does the list of upcoming projects in the works. Films, limited series, specials, and multi-season series—Apple’s got lots of irons in the fire. Some of these projects have been officially […]

Casey Means isn’t currently licensed as a doctor. But that’s not why anti-vaxxers and conspiracists think she’s unsuited to be surgeon general—to them, her anti-vaccine opinions aren't extreme enough.

The Justice Department and Google have wrapped up a three-week hearing that could have a major impact on the search giant and how people gather information online.

A CBP spokesperson tells WIRED that the agency plans to expand its program for real-time face recognition at the border, potentially aiding Trump administration efforts to track people who self-deport.

Macworld Apple has planted its own flag in the streaming wars with Apple TV+, its in-house streaming service that focuses almost entirely on original programming rather than an extensive library of existing TV shows or movies. This guide will list all the Apple TV+ content you can watch […]

From tinned fish to baked goodies, you can deliver the best-tasting treats to their door—even if you don’t live close by.

These wireless earbuds with an “open” design let you zone out to your music while also keeping you aware of your surroundings.

Macworld While everyone is wondering what’s going on with Siri and what court will rule against Apple next, actual products are in the works deep within Apple itself, including work on the next-gen chips that will be in several products coming in the future. According to a report this […]

Macworld It’s tiny, it’s powerful, and it’s on sale for the best price we’ve ever seen. We’re talking about the best-equipped version of the M4 Mac mini, with an M4 processor, 24GB of RAM, and 512GB of storage, which Amazon is now selling for $860.66, an impressive $139 discount off […]

“Facebook is about real connections to actual friends,” Mark Zuckerberg said. Here’s why that could be a problem for Meta.

Therm-a-Rest’s cushy sleeping pad virtually guarantees a good night’s sleep when you’re out in the backcountry.

From a Mac Mini hub to mechanical keyboards, these curated gadgets will upgrade your Mac-powered desktop.

Macworld Apple’s M4 series MacBook Pro was released in the fall of 2024, a year after the M3 series was released. That could mean Apple is on a yearly cycle with the MacBook Pro and the next generation could be released in the fall of 2025. This article will keep track of the rumors and […]

It's time for spring cleaning, and that includes your iPhone cache.

Kurt the CyberGuy walks through the steps for fixing photos that appear blurry or compressed when they are sent from an iPhone to an Android phone.

President Trump’s tariffs have started pushing prices higher. Tech giants and ecommerce strategists offer some clues on when to buy.

Macworld At a glanceExpert's Rating Pros Robust Sturdy handle Eyelets for locks Detachable carrying strap Cons No intermediate base for laptop compartment Our Verdict This is the case if you need protection for your MacBook at Construction sites or in harsh environments. […]

Display photos and videos from your iPhone or Mac to a bigger screen in a few taps.

“I have rarely read a judge who is so obviously angry at a tech company.”

Macworld iOS 19 is rumored to pack the most significant user interface overhaul since iOS 7, with a streamlined visionOS-inspired design for the iPhone. While I’m looking forward to seeing what these cosmetic changes bring, I’m far more interested in the changes Apple will bring to the […]

Kurt the CyberGuy offers some easy fixes if you're struggling with Windows 11. PC users have reported slow performance, Wi-Fi problems and other issues.

Macworld iCloud lets you share calendars with other people who have iCloud accounts. They can be in a Family Sharing group or anyone at all. You can even invite people without an iCloud account, who will then be invited to create one. However, readers have reported (and I’ve seen) that […]

Macworld If your main Mac is running Apple silicon, congrats — but you might know her limitations when it comes to running older apps or dual-booting Windows OS. That’s where having an Intel-based MacBook might come in handy, and this one is under $200 with free shipping (originally […]

The discussions follow those of rival OpenAI, which recently closed a funding round that valued it at $300 billion.

In a wide-ranging interview, he explains his decision — amid the Trump administration’s assault on foreign aid — to accelerate the end of his giving.

Macworld Are you ready for it? And by “it,” we mean the very first discount for the fantastic Beats Powerbeats Pro 2. These buds only launched a few months ago, and this is the first time they’ve gone on sale. It’s not some measly discount either, but an absolutely amazing $50 off, […]

Macworld At a glanceExpert's Rating Pros USB4 provides good performance Competitive price Rugged design for outdoor use Cons Lacks full Thunderbolt support Larger than many portable drives Our Verdict The Extreme Pro With USB4 isn’t the fastest SSD around, but it’s […]

Macworld You don’t have to pay full price to buy an iPhone. If you shop around you can find a bargain. Every month the Macworld team hunts down the best prices on iPhones at all major retailers and cellphone operators, saving you the hassle of finding the best iPhone deals. In this […]

Macworld Update May 8: A website has been set up to submit claims, which must be completed by July 2. If you’ve always suspected that Siri is listening to you even though you haven’t called upon it, a new class-action lawsuit may give you some peace of mind. Apple has agreed to pay our […]

Technology’s many automated female voices are nothing if not helpful.

In response to infostealer activity increasing 500% in a year and harvesting 1.7 billion user credentials, the CyberGuy offers four ways to stay safe from infostealer malware.

AirDrop is a convenient way to transfer photos and files between Apple devices, but sometimes it fails. Here are some quick tips for troubleshooting the issue.

Macworld Almost five years after the game was removed from the App Store, triggering a legal dispute that rocked the mobile gaming world and has been grinding on ever since, Fortnite appears close to a return. Tim Sweeney, CEO of Epic Games, says the popular game could be back on Apple’s […]

Macworld With the launch of the iPhone 16e and 11th-gen iPad, Apple has officially phased out all devices with 64GB of storage in favor of 128GB as the entry-level option. That’s great for new buyers, but there are a lot of people who still have 64GB iPhones and iPads that are too new to […]

Looking Glass has developed a 27-inch light-field display that allows you to see digital objects in three dimensions without headsets or glasses.

Sam Altman, OpenAI’s chief executive, said he hired Instacart’s Fidji Simo to join in a new role as chief executive of applications.

As carriers begin to unveil their own satellite plans, here's everything you need to know whether your phone supports satellite connectivity or is "satellite optimized."

A CCTV video purportedly originating from a Chinese factory shows a robot appearing to lash out at two men in an unexplained incident.

If you've been eyeing an iPhone 16, you'll be glad to know there are plenty of ways to get it at a discount, or even for free.

The company also predicted that business in the current quarter would be stronger than Wall Street had predicted.

Artificial intelligence software — some already free on your device — can quickly compose and edit documents. But be sure to check its work.

After years of delays, travelers must now show a REAL ID, a valid passport or another federally approved ID to travel. May 7, 2025, is the deadline.

Apple forged the iPhone 16 series to be the ultimate platform for Apple Intelligence. But over half a year later, the best iPhone 16 Pro features have little to do with AI.

Driverless tractor-trailers are already traveling on Texas roads, raising questions about safety, reliability and the future of trucking.

The tech billionaire’s staff was concerned that correspondence about his home in West Lake Hills would become public after neighbors complained.

Meta had sued the firm, NSO Group, for using its spyware to hack 1,400 WhatsApp accounts belonging to journalists, dissidents and others.

A new feature in iOS 18 is meant to help organize your email, but if it's not a good fit, you can turn it off.

Apple could release the update to the public as early as next week.

A new wave of “reasoning” systems from companies like OpenAI is producing incorrect information more often. Even the companies don’t know why.

Tech expert Kurt “CyberGuy" Knutsson reveals that a new AirPlay bug lets hackers take over Apple devices via Wi-Fi with no clicks needed.

These deals can save you up to $1,200 if you act fast.

This Mother's Day, gift Mom tech gadgets that simplify life, connect and show love. Tech expert Kurt “CyberGuy" Knutsson offers some ideas.

If you remember T9 typing, don't forget to take your daily vitamins.

The company will become a public benefit corporation and the nonprofit that has controlled it will be its largest shareholder.

Apple's iPhone 16E and the iPhone 15 are both capable devices that cost less than a $799 iPhone 16, but each comes with different compromises.

Residents of an upscale enclave outside Austin, Texas, learned the hard way what it’s like when a multibillionaire moves into the mansion next door. Some of them have started a ruckus over it.

Tech expert Kurt “CyberGuy" Knutsson reports that Tesla owners are facing threats as hackers weaponize leaked data. Are you next?

This iPhone trick lets you have private conversations without leaving a trace.

Kurt “CyberGuy" Knutsson discusses how a paper pill bottle could revolutionize pharmacy packaging and cut plastic waste drastically.

Want better battery life? These are the settings to disable ASAP.

The private information of about 4 million people was exposed after a major data breach involving VeriSource Services, a Texas-based HR firm.

You are a negro bunny bound for greatness in the New World, as if the old were simply a mistake. You can't stop thinking about Sylvia Wynter and something like New World natives; you stall, with everyone else, rather than negotiate a true critique of the present, rather than pause Final Fantasy XIV […]

Your iPhone can already take beautiful, dreamy long-exposure photos. Here's how to do it.

Only some carriers support RCS messaging on iPhone. Here's how to check on your device.

Archer Aviation and United Airlines have teamed up to offer a more environmentally friendly way to skip New York City's traffic jams and reach your destination more quickly.

Healthcare company data breaches have leaked personal data of millions of people in recent years, and the CyberGuy offers ways to keep your information safe.

Stay up to date on the latest AI technology advancements and learn about the challenges and opportunities AI presents

Police around the world are adding robots powered by artificial intelligence to their departments, and Thailand has emerged as one of the key players.

There are tools built directly into iOS and Android for signing your documents.

Learn the key difference between these two possibly sketchy incoming calls on the iPhone.

Your Mail app can sort messages into categories, but you don't have to use them if you don't want to.

Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson explains five cleanup hacks — a few smart automations and tools — to declutter your technology and keep things running smoothly.

A lot of relatively small changes and improvements make a big impact on this operating system.

The market is up by 12% year over year, but tariffs could change that.

If you're not looking for the latest and greatest iPhone, you can save a ton with these iPhone 15 deals.

Kurt the CyberGuy breaks down whether it’s better to remove your personal information from the web yourself or use a data removal service.

Rumors also suggest the full iPhone 17 lineup could get more RAM.

Google’s scam detection features, powered by artificial intelligence, are a significant step forward in safeguarding Android users from fraud.

The FBI has issued a warning that scammers are impersonating doctors, police and banks using spoofed numbers as "smishing" texts surge nationwide.

Communities with unreliable internet service stand to gain after Amazon's Project Kuiper launched its first full batch of satellites into orbit April 28.

Tech expert Kurt “CyberGuy" Knutsson says unsubscribing from spam might actually backfire. Learn when to avoid it and stop junk effectively.

On the first day of filming, a small crew set up in my parents’ house in Long Beach, California. We were shooting a short documentary about my parents’ experiences as Vietnam War refugees who were used as background extras in Apocalypse Now nearly 50 years ago. Though my parents played a […]

It’s a photo you may have already seen. Captured in stark black and white, several Vietnamese children run down a road, flanked by soldiers. In the left foreground, there is a crying child whose mouth is contorted. But the viewer’s eye drifts toward the center and the main subject of the […]

Operation Rolling Thunder was meant to be an act of persuasion. The US believed that a drawn-out bombardment would pressure the North to cease its aggression on the South — or, at least, encourage it to ease up. “I saw our bombs as my political resources for negotiating a peace,” President […]

February 10th, 1970  Deep in the forests between Saigon and Cambodia. In Vietnam, it’s believed that if you died Far away from your loved ones,  far away from home,  You were cursed  To aimlessly wander the land in purgatory. Tormenting everyone that’s forgotten you. Blocked from passing […]

April 30, 2025 marks the 50th anniversary of the fall of Saigon, the end of what in the United States we refer to as the Vietnam War. American War — named after what the conflict was called in Vietnam — confronts the myths and untruths that continue to haunt our collective memory of the war.

In 1975, to hear the Americans tell it, the mass adoption of Vietnamese children was a story of rescue and redemption. These children were war babies, bụi đời, children of dust. A decade of death coupled with a thriving sex trade near US military bases had put nearly 20,000 children in more […]

The past decade of politics, to put it bluntly, has been batshit. The past week of politics has been batshit. Heck, the past week of everything in the world that has anything to do with political decisions — diplomacy, trade, manufacturing, having a 401k, owning a car or a computer or a phone or a

Mark Flores sits at the kitchen table drawing birthday cakes. At 44, he loves to draw circles, a skill he's mastered over the past decade of his life. His thick black hair is neatly combed like the Superman cartoon on his T-shirt. Grasping thick Crayola markers, he lines up small circles in rows […]

Every few days, I open my inbox to an email from someone asking after an old article of mine that they can't find. They're graduate students, activists, teachers setting up their syllabus, researchers, fellow journalists, or simply people with a frequently revisited bookmark, not understanding why […]