Apple and Samsung are both rethinking the smartphone, but in very different ways. With its Dynamic Island on the iPhone 14 Pro, Apple is changing how the iPhone’s software displays information from apps and services. Samsung, on the other hand, is updating the physical shape of its phones through its foldable Galaxy Z Fold and Galaxy …

This story is part of Focal Point iPhone 2022, CNET’s collection of news, tips and advice around Apple’s most popular product. Following its unveiling at Apple’s September media event, the iPhone 14 lineup is now available and we’re rounding up the best iPhone 14 deals available during this launch period to make things easy for you. Apple’s new flagship lineup …

This story is part of Focal Point iPhone 2022, CNET’s collection of news, tips and advice around Apple’s most popular product. If you’re hoping to pick up a new Apple Watch alongside your iPhone 14 but don’t want to spend top dollar on the Apple Watch Series 8 or Apple Watch Ultra, the new Apple Watch SE (2022) may be …

I spend a lot of my time waxing lyrical about the applications of 3D printing. Mostly I talk about hobbyists or small businesses making bespoke stuff on Etsy. This week, though, I got to look at something a little different that uses 3D printing in a way that helps you, the customer. Jenny Wu is a Los Angeles-based jewelry designer …

Bluetooth brings many wireless advantages, but it can be a pain to set up. If you’re stressed by spotty connections, consider a USB-C hub. It lets you pair whatever you need while avoiding the mental or digital gymnastics Bluetooth requires. Now, trying to get started with a docking station or USB-C hub can be intimidating, because there are so many …

Twitter’s chaotic year keeps getting worse. Peiter “Mudge” Zatko, the former head of security at Twitter, has alleged in a whistleblower complaint that he uncovered “extreme, egregious deficiencies” by Twitter surrounding user privacy, security and content moderation. Zatko, who Twitter fired in January, accuses the company, its executives and board of directors of violating federal law by making “false and misleading” …

This story is part of Tech for a Better World, stories about the diverse teams creating products, apps and services to improve our lives and society. Eco-friendly iPhone cases have improved so much over the years, and if you’re someone who cares about the environment, buying one is a great way to do your part. Made from recycled and/or biodegradable …

Football season is here, and with the weather starting to cool, more of us are going to be spending more time indoors, making this an ideal time to revamp your entertainment setup. Investing in a big screen TV can totally change your space, giving you a theatrical experience on your own couch.  Right now Best Buy has slashed the price …

Deals on Apple products, let alone freshly released ones, happen pretty infrequently but those who held off on an Apple Watch Series 8 preorder are being been rewarded today at Amazon. For a limited time, you can pick up the latest Apple Watch with as much as $50 off its regular price. The discounts only apply to a couple of the …

The next generation of foldable phones, Galaxy Z Fold 4 and the Galaxy Z Flip 4, is now available to buy. The Flip 4 is close to standard flagship phone pricing with a $1,000 list price, but the $1,800 Fold 4 is an expensive buy, even if you manage to snag one of the best Galaxy Z Fold 4 deals. And when you’re spending …