Calling all Game of Thrones fans watching House of The Dragon on HBO: Your TV might benefit from a tune-up. The prequel series is streaming now in glorious 4K HDR, with the fifth episode available starting tonight. So far the show has looked visually stunning, although you may have found certain scenes too dark on your TV. …
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Your dusty old TV had a good run, but now it’s time to get rid of it. The question is how. Generally, most cities prefer you recycle your old electronics rather than throwing them in the garbage. Trashing your TV is wasteful and depending on the age of the TV, it could contain toxic metals like mercury. So what should …
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The Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra is the most advanced model in Samsung’s latest line of tablets — even more advanced than the S8 Plus that earned a top spot on our list of the best Android tablets for 2022. And for today only, you can pick one up for as much as $300 off the usual price. Best Buy is …
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Sure, Amazon can view all your streaming data while you’re using an Amazon Fire TV Stick, but that doesn’t mean you want your internet service provider to see what you’re watching. A solid VPN, short for “virtual private network,” is the best way to keep your viewing habits hidden from your ISP. The best VPN for Fire Stick devices will …
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There’s a lot to consider before you buy a new TV. You’ll want to figure out how much space you have and how big your TV should be. If you’re going to be using it for gaming, you might want one that has a high resolution and a fast refresh rate. Most new TVs are smart TVs that come with …
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This story is part of Focal Point iPhone 2022, CNET’s collection of news, tips and advice around Apple’s most popular product. With the iPhone 14 now on sale, people can experience some of the “breakthroughs” Apple touted during its reveal event. But for those on Android, some of these upgrades are very familiar. Chalk it up to Apple’s much-touted “reality-distortion …
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The latest model in Samsung’s popular Z Flip lineup, the Z Flip 4, officially hit shelves last month. But if you’re still holding onto your previous-gen Galaxy Z Flip 3 while you wait for that $1,000 starting price to come down, you’ll want to make sure it’s got some protection while you’re out in the world. Because of the Z Flip 3’s unusual …
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If you’ve shopped for a new smartphone lately, you’ve probably seen how steep the prices can be. If you don’t want to shell out the cash for the latest model, there are other options that can save you hundreds. Refurbished devices are much cheaper than buying something new. Refurbished Samsung phones are available at Woot for as little as $114. …
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This story is part of Focal Point iPhone 2022, CNET’s collection of news, tips and advice around Apple’s most popular product. Apple’s iPhone 14 Pro and Pro Max phones have received a big overhaul compared to last year’s iPhone 13 Pro. While the Pro and Pro Max still have the same starting prices as last year ($999 for the Pro; …
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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 …
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