Are you a big spender or a thirty consumer when it comes to your phone? We break down the pros and cons of two of the hottest Android phones, the Samsung Galaxy S8 and the OnePlus 5. Despite the price difference, the phones are pretty competitive, which made for a lively debate. Also, would you …
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10 August
Weekend Streaming: Set your TV or phone to Hulu
This is your weekly roundup of what you should watch during our magnificent two-day break. As you can see from the picture, the third season of “You’re the Worst” is on Hulu right now. No, it’s not a family comedy. However, it’s a great show that you might want to give a shot before its fourth-season premiere in September. Netflix …
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10 August
Galaxy S8 vs. OnePlus 5: Is it worth going cheaper?
Now playing: Watch this: Galaxy S8 vs. OnePlus 5 3:04 For years, Samsung has dominated the Android phone market and it’s easy to understand why. With its latest Galaxy S8 flagship, it delivered yet another top-tier phone with gorgeous looks and a super-fast, reliable performance. But it’s certainly not the only top choice out there. Chinese-based company OnePlus has been making a name for itself, clawing …
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10 August
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CNET’s Cheapskate scours the web for great deals on PCs, phones, gadgets and much more. Questions about the Cheapskate blog? Find the answers on our FAQ page. Find more great buys on the CNET Deals page and follow the Cheapskate on Twitter! Syncwire Let’s keep it simple today, shall we? Modern travel means multiple gadgets — and very often not enough …
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10 August
10 Instagram tricks you probably didn’t know
So, you feel like you’ve moved on from being an Instagram newbie and want to know the more advanced tips and tricks? You’ve come to the right place. Here’s what you need to know to step up your Instagram game. 1. You can save other people’s posts I don’t know how many times I’ve seen someone’s post and wanted to …
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10 August
How to find podcasts for your kids
Everyone agrees we’re living in the golden age of podcasts, with shows like “S-Town” and “Science Vs.” scoring nearly as much water-cooler discussion as your average “Walking Dead” episode. But where’s the content for kids? Are there even age-appropriate podcasts out there? If so, where can parents find them? Right here: Leela Kids is a free app that curates podcasts …
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10 August
Lyft acquires YesGraph and DataScore to bring in drivers
Lyft is looking to bring on more drivers. The ride-hailing company said Thursday that it’s acquired two new companies to focus on expansion. One company, YesGraph, works on customer referral programs. DataScore, the other company, specializes in customer acquisition and retention. “We feel that together, we can build a growth organization to rapidly help improve transportation in cities across the …
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10 August
How Microsoft may suffer after Consumer Reports criticism
Technically Incorrect offers a slightly twisted take on the tech that’s taken over our lives. Enlarge Image Actually unreliable? Or just reportedly unreliable? Sarah Tew/CNET I fancy there were several red faces at Microsoft on Thursday. Angry red, I mean. It’s never a good day when a respected organization like Consumer Reports un-recommends your Surface products and declares that they …
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10 August
RCA now selling Roku TVs from $250
If you’re buying a budget TV then a set with an integrated Roku interface makes a lot of sense — especially in places where space is at a premium such as bedrooms and holiday homes. The latest brand to offer Roku-powered TVs is RCA, available from today with prices beginning at $250. The line is HD-only (no 4K) with a …
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10 August
Gigabit broadband upload speeds revolutionizes the internet
I just upgraded to gigabit broadband at home. But being able to download a 2GB episode of “Game of Thrones” in 16 seconds isn’t what gets me excited. It’s the ability to upload data at 1 gigabit per second — not just download it — that helped me decide to cancel Comcast and sign up for AT&T Fiber. Downstream data …
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