Every year a new iPhone comes out — with the iPhone 14 lineup expected to be unveiled today during Apple’s September media event — and it can be extremely tempting to upgrade each time a new model hits the market. That’s why subsidizing your new iPhone by selling your current or older one is such …
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What’s happening The streaming service market is crowded. With multiple subscriptions to pay for and rising prices, it’s becoming expensive to watch TV on cable or as a cord-cutter. Why it matters You can pare down your monthly expenses without totally eliminating your streaming service budget. What’s next Tap into these tips to save money while streaming the TV shows …
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The Apple Watch is arguably the single best smartwatch for iPhone owners. For that reason, I’m willing to pay a premium price. But when it comes to accessories, Apple charges way too much for things like bands, wireless earbuds and charging docks. Why pay the full price when you can save by choosing worthwhile competitors? Thankfully, there are excellent, affordable alternatives. …
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It’s hard enough to reconcile buying Apple AirPods when there are so many less expensive alternatives. But to pay an extra $40 to get them with a wireless charging case? Or to pay another $79 to buy that case separately? No. All the no. Nah to the ah to the no, no, no. (Sorry, was just jamming to Meghan Trainor.) That …
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This story is part of Gift Guide, our year-round collection of the best gift ideas. Today’s the last day to get your shopping done before Christmas arrives — but you won’t be the only last-minute shopper. On top of the crowds, you may struggle with empty shelves in stores due to the supply chain crisis making it difficult to find everything on …
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Missed some of those sweet Prime Day headphone deals? Here’s your chance to nab a top-rated set of noise-canceling headphones without breaking the splurge bank: For a limited time, and while supplies last, Best Buy has the Sony WH-1000XM3 headphones (in black) for $200. See at Best Buy Until the slightly better WH-1000XM4 came along, the WH-1000XM3 were CNET’s top …
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Cheeps, this is my last daily-deal post for CNET. Gasp! I know, it’s a shocker. But after nearly 14 years and over 9,500 (!) posts like this one, I’m ready for a new adventure. It’s hard to say goodbye, mostly because of you, the best damn audience on this here internet. I can’t thank you enough for all the kind …
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As I’ve mentioned a few times recently, I’ve been tinkering with some 3D printers — in part for fun, in part for a specific need I won’t bore you with. On the fun side, I’ve printed dinosaurs, dragons, fully articulated slugs (TikTok made me do it), puzzle boxes and more — and I continue to be amazed by what these …
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This story is part of Amazon Prime Day, CNET’s guide to everything you need to know and how to find the best deals. Amazon Prime Day is full of deals on new hardware like Roku and Fire TV streamers or Echo speakers and smart displays. But Prime Day always brings good deals on movies and books as well — including subscriptions …
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This story is part of Amazon Prime Day, CNET’s guide to everything you need to know and how to find the best deals. So many Prime Day deals, so little time. (Literally: the sale ends tomorrow.) Here’s a good one: For a limited time, and while supplies last, the Amazfit Bip U Pro smartwatch drops to $56 at checkout. Regular …
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