We don’t have to hear the word “Framily” anymore. Sprint remodeled its family plan into a shared-data plan, taking away the unlimited option. To better compete, Sprint offers twice as much data for the prices charged by other networks, but some of the limited-time deals can be messy to decipher. Watch the CNET Update episode …

At first glance, you may mistake the new Galaxy Alpha for an iPhone. Samsung is stepping up its style by adding a metal frame to its newest smartphone. Watch the CNET Update video below to learn more about the Galaxy Alpha, and what other metal phone may be in Samsung’s future. Today’s news roundup also covers Amazon’s card reader for …

With the growing trend of health-tracking wristbands, it was only a matter of time before the world gave us wearable tech for babies. In this CNET Update video, learn about the Sproutling baby monitor. It’s an ankle bracelet that tracks vitals to give parents piece of mind while a baby is sleeping. The wireless charging dock also measures the room …

CNET Update checks out a new type of mobile plan: Now playing: Watch this: Virgin Mobile offers plans just for Facebook 2:56 In this tech-news roundup: Learn about a new prepaid plan on Virgin that lets you fine-tune your mobile bill. You can even just pay for data use on specific apps. A new app from Internet.org aims to make …

Now playing: Watch this: Push takes fitness trackers to the next level 2:56 Fitness-tracking devices like the Fitbit or Jawbone Up measure your steps and movement throughout the day to motivate you to adopt an healthy lifestyle. But beyond motivation, that data isn’t always useful. A new armband called Push puts a focus specifically on optimizing your strength-training workout. For …

CNET Update blinks for Bluetooth: Now playing: Watch this: Google smart contacts come into focus with Alcon 2:56 In this tech-news roundup: We could be one year away from a world of computerized contacts. Novartis, the owner of Alcon, will be working with Google to produce smart contact lenses that can help diabetics. The goal is to create contacts with …

CNET Update will run for quests: Now playing: Watch this: Adidas adds new MiCoach to fitness tracker team 2:55 In this tech-news roundup: Learn about the new Adidas MiCoach Fit Smart wristband, which goes on sale Aug. 15. Turn your Fitbit data into an role-playing game with the new app FitRPG. Track your child’s location with LG’s Kizon. It’s pretty …

Now playing: Watch this: Uncharged phones may not fly with TSA 2:53 In this CNET Update: Learn about the new Transportation Security Administration security check for direct flights into the US. Some overseas airports are requiring passengers to turn on electronic devices during security screening. If you can’t turn it on, you can’t carry it on the plane. Begin your …

CNET Update goes phone-gazing: Now playing: Watch this: Galaxy S5 Mini in cluster of spinoffs 2:55 In this tech-news roundup, learn about Samsung’s new Galaxy spinoffs, including the newly announced Galaxy S5 Mini. It’s a similar design to the parent phone, but some of the specs are slightly downgraded to make it a more affordable phone. If you’re looking for …

Now playing: Watch this: Time for Android in your watch (and car, and TV) 2:53 Google’s Android is making its way into smartwatches, cars and televisions. Today’s Update video breaks down the big announcements from the Google I/O developers’ conference: Google showed off its Android Wear operating system, which you’ll find in new smartwatches from LG, Motorola and Samsung. Both …