With spring approaching, you’re probably buying things online more than ever. But whether you’re looking for a gift or just nabbing some household basics, how do you know if you’re actually getting the best price? That’s where CNET Shopping comes in. This browser extension was formerly known as PriceBlink, and it recently became a part of the CNET family. Once …

Tablets are great handheld tools for those who don’t want a cumbersome laptop, but need a screen that’s larger than a traditional smartphone. There are many tablets to choose from, but some stand out more than others. Apple’s iPad typically dominates the tablet market, so it’s understandable that a lot of folks will be on the lookout for an iPad deal. That …

Who needs a standalone MP3 player in 2022? In my opinion, the answer is “almost no one.” Any iPhone or Android phone is an audio player that works with subscription music apps like Spotify, Apple Music, Tidal, Amazon Music or YouTube Music. You pay your $5 to $10 a month, and you get access to nearly every popular song ever …

From your phone and tablet to wireless headphones and laptop, all gadgets have their own rechargeable batteries. Many people own far too many devices to be carrying around a separate cable and charger for each one. All the space that your gadgets already take up, you don’t need even more space taken up by power bricks and cables. Thankfully, you …

Only one-fifth of computers sold are desktops, these days, but if you look at the available features and storage in the more traditional home and office offerings, you’ll see that the trusty desktop computer has a lot worth considering. There’s much to be said for the portable convenience of laptops and tablets, but if you spend most of your day …

There’s a wide assortment of gifts that are perfect to make life easier for the frequent traveler in your life, whether they’ve traditionally been found in airports, train stations or rental car lots. From headphones to a lightweight, collapsible water bottle or a comfy travel pillow, these travel essentials will make your loved one’s journey less stressful. Check out our list of …

This story is part of Amazon Prime Day, CNET’s guide to everything you need to know and how to find the best deals. I have — and like — the AirPods Pro, which are currently on sale for Prime Day close to their all-time low price. I know their automated switching between Macs and iPhones can sometimes drive users up …

The Beats Studio Buds include some of the best features of Apple’s AirPods with a few compelling tweaks. The $150 model includes active noise cancellation technology and lets you quickly pair to iPhones and Android phones. The icing on the cake? They actually sound a bit better than the AirPods Pro, in our opinion. But right now, the Beats Studio …

This story is part of Gift Guide, our year-round collection of the best gift ideas. This season, the battle for “best Roku value” has been seesawing between the Roku Express 4K Plus and the Roku Streaming Stick 4K, both of which typically hover around $30. Both are 2021 models that offer full 4K streaming, as well as remotes that can control the …

This story is part of Gift Guide, our year-round collection of the best gift ideas. Editor’s note, 9:20 a.m. PT, Nov. 26: This deal appears to have ended for now, but the TV is still available for $900 at Best Buy. What’s the best TV deal out there this Black Friday? There are plenty of “doorbusters” from no-name or third-tier …