Software & Apps
The 12 best gadgets we reviewed this year
I’ve lost count of the number of things we reviewed this year at Engadget. In 2024, the types of products we tested ranged from the typical phones, laptops and headphones to AI wearables, robotic lawnmowers and handheld gaming consoles, alongside games and shows. It can feel hard to keep track of it all, but thankfully,…
Best California King Mattresses for 2024
How we sort our mattresses Sort by Show 2 more Dream bigger, sleep deeper and start the new year feeling refreshed with a California king mattress. Whether you’re tall, share your bed with a furry friend or simply crave a little extra space for stretching out, a California king offers the perfect blend of length…
The 14 best movies now streaming on Tubi
Other streaming services may keep raising their prices, but the ad-supported Tubi remains free — and it still boasts a broad selection of movies and TV shows to rival all those other platforms that make you enter your credit card information and pay money. Tubi doesn’t require a subscription or even a login to enjoy…
The Worst Hacks of 2024
Every year has its own mix of digital security debacles, from the absurd to the sinister, but 2024 was particularly marked by hacking sprees in which cybercriminals and state-backed espionage groups repeatedly exploited the same weakness or type of target to fuel their frenzy. For attackers, the approach is ruthlessly efficient, but for compromised institutions—and…
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2024’s best games channeled the heart and soul of the ‘90s
In 2024, we gamed like it was 1997. Games like Metaphor: ReFantazio, Astro Bot, and the solo-developed Balatro remixed genres of console generations past (or, in Balatro’s case, remixed the very old game of poker itself) to critical and commercial success, while Capcom was one of the most successful companies of the year supported by…
Ultimate Guide to YouTube Multiview: Everything You Need to Know
With the ever-evolving landscape of digital media, YouTube remains a frontrunner in delivering dynamic content to users worldwide. One of the latest features enhancing the viewing experience is YouTube Multiview. This feature allows users to watch multiple videos simultaneously, making it perfect for multitasking, educational purposes, and more. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll dive into…
DeepSeek-V3, ultra-large open-source AI, outperforms Llama and Qwen on launch
Join our daily and weekly newsletters for the latest updates and exclusive content on industry-leading AI coverage. Learn More Chinese AI startup DeepSeek, known for challenging leading AI vendors with its innovative open-source technologies, today released a new ultra-large model: DeepSeek-V3. Available via Hugging Face under the company’s license agreement, the new model comes with…
‘Doctor Who: Joy to the World review:’ What a star
Spoilers follow for “Joy to the World.” If there’s one thing Steven Moffatt loves to do with Doctor Who, it’s to find a monster buried in the mundane. He’s made statues, shadows, lost children and even the idea of silence into some of the show’s most terrifying villains. Sadly, the mysterious extra door you often…
Best Internet Providers in Pensacola, Florida
CNET recommends AT&T Fiber as the top internet provider in Pensacola, Florida, thanks to its superior fiber connectivity. Plans start at $55 per month for 300Mbps, with options reaching up to a 5-gig plan for $245. With eight major ISPs and several smaller providers serving limited areas, Pensacola offers a wide range of options, including…
The best VPN services of 2024, tested and reviewed
How we tested Making this guide to the best VPNs involved hands-on testing, which I’ll describe in more detail shortly, but it also hinged heavily on guidance from cybersecurity experts. When it comes to the types of things consumers should look for in VPN services, they told me in separate interviews, much of what separates…