Sonos Era 100 Review: The Best Smart Speaker Gets Even Better

2023 The Sonos One has been my favorite Wi-Fi speaker ever since it was released in 2017. It’s compact and capable of filling large rooms with sound, and it’s reasonably affordable. Yet, with the successive arrival of competitors, the Sonos One has lagged behind in terms of features, especially its lack of Bluetooth. The $250 …

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Best Power Bank for iPhone for 2023

Getting caught with a dead phone battery while you’re out and about can throw off your entire day, so it’s a good idea to keep a portable charger on hand. And even though new phones like the iPhone 14 boast a pretty impressive battery life, navigation, taking videos, gaming and other functions can still drain it pretty quick. So unless you want …

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Best Android Phones to Buy in 2023

This story is part of Gift Guide, our year-round collection of the best gift ideas. Apple’s iPhone isn’t the only choice if you’re in the market for a new phone. Android has several advantages over iOS, and one of the biggest is the sheer variety of devices you can chose from. From the supersize Galaxy S23 Ultra to the more modest and affordable Pixel …

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Stop Tax Related Identity Theft: One Quick Trick Can Nip It in the Bud

This story is part of Taxes 2023, CNET’s coverage of the best tax software, tax tips and everything else you need to file your return and track your refund. There are a number of tax scams that resurface every tax season, but tax related identity theft might be the worst. That’s when someone uses your Social Security number to file …

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Don’t Delay. Learn All the Reasons to File Your Taxes ASAP

This story is part of Taxes 2023, CNET’s coverage of the best tax software, tax tips and everything else you need to file your return and track your refund. April 18 is the tax day deadline again this year, and you’ve got about four weeks left to file your 2022 tax return. That’s not much time, especially if you’re looking …

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Samsung’s Voice Assistant Answered My Calls. It Was Weird

My sister calls me almost every day — often at inopportune times, like when I’m in a meeting or out at dinner with friends. That’s why I was intrigued to learn about Samsung’s Bixby Text Call, a feature that lets you blend traditional phone calls with texting. Instead of interrupting my meeting or dinner to answer the phone verbally, I …

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6 New Apple Products That Could Be Coming in 2023

Apple never discusses new products before it’s ready to formally introduce them, making it impossible to know exactly what to expect. But certain products tend to arrive around the same time every year, providing possible clues. Leaks and rumors also paint a picture of potential gadgets we may see throughout 2023, such as the iPhone 15 and Apple’s long-rumored “mixed-reality” headset. …

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Best AirPods Pro Accessories for 2023: Cases, Eartips, Wireless In

Apple’s AirPods are some of the most popular earbuds on the market, and its AirPods Pro and AirPods Pro 2 are the best-of-the-best, with both models earning CNET Editors’ Choice Awards. And if you’ve got a pair of these sleek true-wireless earbuds, it’s worth snagging a case and some other accessories to protect your investment. And there’s no shortage of …

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The 8 Best Wireless Car Chargers for 2023

With our day-to-day lives increasingly dependent on our phones, you probably don’t want to step out of your car and realize your phone’s battery is almost dead. That’s why you may want a reliable wireless car charger. Though you can certainly opt for the wired route and use a USB-C or Lightning cable, it’s much more convenient to go wireless. …

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Microsoft Introduces AI

Just a month after announcing artificial intelligence integration with its search engine Bing and browser Edge, Microsoft is introducing Microsoft 365 Copilot, a tool that’ll work with you in its collection of apps including Excel, PowerPoint, Word and more. In a blog post on Thursday, Microsoft said the new AI tool will increase creativity and productivity. “Copilot gives you a first draft …

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Looking for Great Deals? Use CNET Shopping to Save Time and Money

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 …

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Inside Meow Wolf’s Living, Breathing Metaverse

We entered through the gift shop. The convenience-store glare of Omega Mart greeted us like a 7-Eleven: bright rows of generic snack foods, souvenir knickknacks and a beverage case in the back. Standard Vegas vibe. But look closer. The display case near you advertises “Emergency Clams.” A pile of soup cans, attended to by an employee, is turning into an …

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CNET’s Editors’ Choice Awards: The Best Products and Services for 2023

For more than two decades, CNET editors have poked, prodded, tested, retested, intentionally dropped and even stayed up all night to assess the new products and services that promise to change the way we live and work.  Our new Editors’ Choice badge.  CNET In 2022, our team of experts found 82 products and services in seven categories that we believe …

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Pixel 6A Deal Brings Record Low Price of $299 For Limited Time

The new flagship Pixel 7 series hit shelves earlier this month, the Pixel 6A will remain the budget option for those looking for a great Google Pixel deal. And right now, you can pick up an unlocked model for the record-low price of $299, which knocks $150 off the usual price. However, there’s no clear-cut expiration on this offer, and deals …

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