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 …
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Google app having issues on your Android phone? Here’s how to fix it
An update to the Google app appears to be causing a lot of frustration for Android users. As spotted by XDA-Developers, a number of people have taken to Reddit to report problems with doing tasks like viewing the Discover tab on the home screen, opening Google Assistant or using features like Google Lens. While it is not yet clear what …
Read More »Prime Day movie and streaming deals: 99
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 …
Read More »Prime Day deal: Get this excellent shipping
I don’t ship a ton of stuff, maybe a few boxes every month, but the struggle is real: Either I have to print the shipping label on paper and then tape it to the box (which, as I understand it, makes the barcode harder to scan) or waste a full sheet of peel-and-stick paper while hoping my inkjet decides to …
Read More »Prime Day deal: The Amazfit Bip U Pro smartwatch is $56 (save $14)
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 …
Read More »Netflix strikes deal with Steven Spielberg’s Amblin Partners
Netflix on Monday said it’s partnering with Amblin Partners, the film and TV production company led by legendary director Steven Spielberg, for multiple new feature films per year. The multiyear deal comes as Netflix faces increasing competition from streaming rivals like Disney Plus and Apple TV Plus. It also appears Spielberg and Netflix have gotten over their feud about whether films made …
Read More »Friday finds: $9 wireless earbuds, $48 office chair, $129 Galaxy Watch Active 2
Unless you’ve been living under a rock that’s under a house that’s located in a cave, you know Monday is Prime Day. Yes, plenty of good deals to get excited about, but honestly I see exciting deals just about every day. It’s my honor and privilege to share them with you, and I’m endlessly thankful for all the kind words …
Read More »How to win Prime Day 2021: The Cheapskate’s top tips
This story is part of Amazon Prime Day, CNET’s guide to everything you need to know and how to find the best deals. As you’ve no doubt heard, Amazon Prime Day 2021 kicks off Monday, June 21. No problem, you’ve still got time to plan your shopping strategies, to learn the secrets of a successful outing. Gather ’round the playbook, …
Read More »Last chance for these great last
This story is part of Father’s Day Gift Guide, featuring our top picks for dads who love tech. In case you haven’t been paying attention, Father’s Day is almost here: It’s Sunday, June 20. Hopefully you already made your way through our extensive Father’s Day Gift Guide 2021 and found Pop the perfect something. If not, well, time to start …
Read More »5 amazingly useful products, all priced $9 or less
I like cheap fixes for life’s little problems. Tired of hunching over your laptop? Raise the screen with a laptop stand. Sick of that laptop’s imprecise touchpad? Switch to a wireless mouse. Today I bring you five such problem-solvers, all of them priced $9 or less. (OK, $9.17 or less; hope you don’t mind me rounding down.) As always, these …
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