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Locking Your Social Security Number Can Protect You From Identity Theft – Here's How It Works

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Geoff Williams @ CNET · 09/15/2025 14:55 EDT

Protecting your Social Security number doesn't have to come with a price tag. Read more ›

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ExpressVPN Adds Siri, Widgets and Shortcuts to Its iOS App

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Macy Meyer @ CNET · 09/15/2025 14:49 EDT

ExpressVPN is trying to make it easier for iPhone and iPad owners to protect their privacy when online. Read more ›

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Disney and Pixar's 'Elio': When You Can Watch on Disney Plus

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Aaron Pruner @ CNET · 09/15/2025 14:30 EDT

The galactic adventure is fun for the whole family. Read more ›

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Can Your iPhone Run iOS 26? Check Our Full List of Compatible Phones

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Nelson Aguilar @ CNET · 09/15/2025 14:15 EDT

Your ultimate guide to iOS 26 compatibility: A complete breakdown of supported iPhones and what to know before you install. Read more ›

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18 Hidden iOS 26 Features You Should Try Right Now

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Nelson Aguilar @ CNET · 09/15/2025 13:33 EDT

From custom snooze timers to satellite weather, these small tweaks make your iPhone smarter and easier to use. Read more ›

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Apple's Sleeper Hit of Its Fall Lineup? The Apple Watch SE 3

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Vanessa Hand Orellana @ CNET · 09/15/2025 13:18 EDT

Commentary: The new Apple Watch models bring improvements across the line, but one stands out, and it's not the one you would expect. Read more ›

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iOS 26 Is Now Available: Here's How It Compares to iOS 18

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Blake Stimac @ CNET · 09/15/2025 13:16 EDT

Want to get an idea of how much has been changed in iOS 26 versus iOS 18? Here are some highlights. Read more ›

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iOS 26 Is Live Now: Here's Your Cheat Sheet for the Update

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Zachary McAuliffe @ CNET · 09/15/2025 13:11 EDT

Here's how to use and what to know about your iPhone's latest features. Read more ›

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iOS 26 Review: A New Look I'll Be Happy With for the Next 12 Years

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Zachary McAuliffe @ CNET · 09/15/2025 13:11 EDT

Liquid Glass makes for a fun user experience, but call screening is the real star of the show. Read more ›

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My New Favorite Air Fryer Is Completely Nontoxic and Easy to Clean

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Pamela Vachon @ CNET · 09/15/2025 13:06 EDT

I ditched my nonstick-coated air fryer for this 100% nontoxic model, and I'm never going back. Read more ›

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Today's Wordle Hints, Answer and Help for Sept. 15, #1549

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Gael Cooper @ CNET · 09/15/2025 13:00 EDT

Here are hints and the answer for today's Wordle for Sept. 15, No. 1,549. Read more ›

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Today's NYT Connections Hints, Answers and Help for Sept. 15, #827

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Gael Cooper @ CNET · 09/15/2025 12:59 EDT

Here are some hints and the answers for the NYT Connections puzzle for Sept. 15, #827. Read more ›

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Today's NYT Strands Hints, Answers and Help for Sept. 15 #561

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Gael Cooper @ CNET · 09/15/2025 12:58 EDT

Here are hints and answers for the NYT Strands puzzle for Sept. 15, No. 561. Read more ›

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This Chip Will Power 2026's Best Android Phones. I Can't Wait to See What it Can Do

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Katie Collins @ CNET · 09/15/2025 12:47 EDT

More is set to be revealed about the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 next week. Read more ›

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Gemini Is the Top Free iPhone App, and This 'Bananas' AI Image Model Is Why

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Katelyn Chedraoui @ CNET · 09/15/2025 12:42 EDT

Google's Nano Banana AI-image model might have bumped ChatGPT from the top slot. Read more ›

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Think Those Stainless-Steel Cookware Stains Are Permanent? Not With This Genius Hack

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David Watsky @ CNET · 09/15/2025 12:16 EDT

Your stainless-steel pans may look dingy but two pantry staples will have them shining like new. Read more ›

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How to Use AI to Plan Out Your Fall Fun

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Amanda Smith @ CNET · 09/15/2025 11:30 EDT

If fall is your favorite time of year, ChatGPT could give you some charming ideas on more activities to do nearby. Read more ›

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Best Wireless Earbuds of 2025

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David Carnoy @ CNET · 09/15/2025 11:22 EDT

I've reviewed hundreds of wireless earbuds for CNET, and these are my current top picks at a variety of prices. Read more ›

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I Was Right Yet Again: iOS 26 Goes Live Today

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Zachary McAuliffe @ CNET · 09/15/2025 11:13 EDT

I accurately predicted the date of the next iPhone update for the third year in a row. Here's what time you can expect the OS to land on your iPhone. Read more ›

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Amazon Set to Unveil Upgraded Home and Entertainment Hardware Later This Month

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Katie Collins @ CNET · 09/15/2025 10:41 EDT

Expect possible updates to Echo, Kindle and Fire TV devices at Amazon's Sept. 30 event in NYC. Read more ›

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