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LinkedIn and Zoom were among the Cloudflare sites affected.View the full article

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has identified at least 80 incidents.View the full article

Plus, these are other surprising wellness devices your HSA and FSA might cover for humans.View the full article

Ring offers multiple doorbell options on Amazon, all with unique features. Here are our top recommendations for your home.View the full article

Cook holiday meals to perfection with the best meat thermometers on the market.View the full article

Awear won the Battlefield 200 health stage pitch competition at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025.View the full article

The eye-popping figure reflects how routine mega-valuations have become in private markets.View the full article

Limitless said it shares Meta's vision of bringing personal superintelligence to everyone. View the full article

Here are hints and the answers for the NYT Connections: Sports Edition puzzle for Dec. 6, No. 439.View the full article

Here are hints and answers for the NYT Strands puzzle for Dec. 6, No. 643.View the full article

Here are some hints and the answers for the NYT Connections puzzle for Dec. 6, #909.View the full article

Here are hints and the answer for today's Wordle for Dec. 6, No. 1,631.View the full article

Our gift guide eliminates the hunting part for the Stranger Things fan in your life.View the full article

First it was banned. Then its sales blew up. But Horses fails to meet the lofty goals of its own ideas.View the full article

The $83 billion deal gives the streamer a century’s worth of prestige television and movies, from Batman movies to Game of Thrones. It also ends the streaming wars.View the full article

These are the tell-tale signs of an AI-generated video so you don't get tricked into believing something fake is real.View the full article

CNET's experts teamed up with a sleep professional to help you pick out the best sleep headphones you can buy.View the full article

ChatGPT's global monthly active users only grew by around 5% from August to November, while Gemini's users grew by about 30%. View the full article

CNET experts put more than 50 cordless vacuums to the test to find you the best-performing and best value for money vacuums for 2025.View the full article

Electric toothbrushes can make dental care easier. With the holiday rolling in, this is a great time to pick up one of the best models we’ve found.View the full article

The iPhone 17 brings improvements to the camera, display and battery. But is it worth the upgrade?View the full article

Chrome now integrates with Google Wallet to incorporate more information.View the full article

For this week's giveaway, we've teamed up with GRID Studio to offer MacRumors readers a chance to win a new iPhone 17 from Apple. GRID Studio is a company that takes discarded Apple devices and turns them into collectible art for Apple fans. If you're still looking for holiday gifts, GRID Studio has a Christmas sale going on this week. You can get 20 percent off site wide with promo code CM20, and there are also deeper discounts on select items. The iPhone 2G is available for $299,

For a few more days, you can save on mattresses and bed frames from one of our favorite makers.View the full article

No crease, but big price: Apple's iPhone Fold might launch at $2,400.View the full article

Intel is expected to begin supplying some Mac and iPad chips in a few years, and the latest rumor claims the partnership might extend to the iPhone. In a research note with investment firm GF Securities this week, obtained by MacRumors, analyst Jeff Pu said he and his colleagues "now expect" Intel to reach a supply deal with Apple for at least some non-pro iPhone chips starting in 2028. The non-pro iPhone chips would be manufactured with Intel's future 14A process, according to Pu.

AWS is releasing a lot of new AI tech but the cloud infrastructure giant's enterprise customers may not be ready for it yet. View the full article

OnePlus 15 vs. RedMagic 11 Pro: These powerful gaming-optimized phones look completely different, and each takes a different tactic to make the most of their high-end hardware.View the full article

Apple is about to release iOS 26.2, the second major point update for iPhones since iOS 26 was rolled out in September, and there are at least 15 notable changes and improvements worth checking out. We've rounded them up below. Apple is expected to roll out iOS 26.2 to compatible devices sometime between December 8 and December 16. When the update drops, you can check Apple's servers for the download by going to Settings ➝ General ➝ Software Update on your iPhone. Set a Reminder Ala

eSIM as a technology has been around for a decade now. However, global eSIM adoption was around 3% last year and will only cross 5% this year. Despite these figures, analysts, eSIM-providing startups, and investors are bullish about eSIM’s upward trajectory, largely thanks to travel. Device compatibility One of the key factors for that is […]View the full article

The inclusion of the Waymo look-a-likes appears to be part of a larger storyline that will encourage players to "stop the development of a mass surveillance network."View the full article

EU regulators also reprimanded the social media company for its lack of ad transparency and failure to provide researchers with access to data.View the full article

Make these smart speakers from Amazon, Apple, Nest and others the top of your list when trying to find the best for your home.View the full article

On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show, we discuss Samsung's new Galaxy Z TriFold smartphone and how it could compare to Apple's upcoming foldable iPhone. Subscribe to The MacRumors Show YouTube channel for more videos Samsung this week introduced the Galaxy Z TriFold, its first smartphone with two folding sections instead of one. When unfolded, the device presents a 10-inch screen, while the cover display measures 6.5 inches. Samsung says it has minimized visible creasing across t

There is uncertainty about Apple's head of hardware engineering John Ternus succeeding Tim Cook as CEO, The Information reports. Some former Apple executives apparently hope that a new "dark-horse" candidate will emerge. Ternus is considered to be the most likely candidate to succeed Cook as CEO. The report notes that he is more likely to become CEO than software head chief Craig Federighi, Chief Operating Officer Sabih Khan, or marketing head Greg Joswiak. Ternus is 50 and has wor

Hamlet TV is a way to help keep citizens informed of what's happening inside local governments. View the full article

Here are some highly rated films to check out, plus a look at what's new in December.View the full article

Most of Black Friday and Cyber Monday's biggest discounts have expired, but today we're keeping track of the best leftover holiday discounts at various retailers. Below you'll find great deals on AirPods 4, iPhone 17 cases, portable power stations from Jackery and Anker, and The Frame TV at Samsung. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with some of these vendors. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running. AirPods

The New York Times filed a copyright lawsuit against Perplexity, joining other publishers using legal action as leverage to force AI companies into licensing deals that compensate content creators.View the full article

AI startups say the promise of turning dazzling models into useful products is harder than anyone expected. Three founders discuss what it takes.View the full article

Dozens of Apple engineers and designers with expertise in audio, watch design, robotics, and other core product areas have left the company for OpenAI in recent months, the Wall Street Journal reports. According to the Wall Street Journal, a review of data from LinkedIn suggests a signifiant scale and concentration of talent now moving specifically to OpenAI as it builds a dedicated hardware division. The reviewed profiles show that former Apple staff joining OpenAI include contributors

New and existing customers can pay reduced monthly rates.View the full article

Meta is partnering with CNN, Fox News, Fox Sports, Le Monde Group, the People Inc. portfolio of media brands, The Daily Caller, The Washington Examiner, and USA Today.View the full article

The battery storage industry in the U.S. has grown in leaps and bounds in recent years, surpassing its most aggressive targets to become one of the largest new sources of power on the grid.View the full article

Amazon's Cyber Week discounts on the Apple Watch Series 11 GPS and cellular models are still available in a few colors and sizes today, with $70 off select devices. All of these deals are matches for the best prices we've ever tracked on Apple Watch Series 11. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with Amazon. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running. You can get the 42mm GPS Apple Watch Series 11 for $329.00, dow

The EC is taking issue with the fact that X, the social network formerly known as Twitter, has been allowing anyone to buy a "blue checkmark," the platform's long-standing symbol that a user has been verified to be who they are claiming to be. View the full article

For the most sensitive parts of the human body, friction is the enemy. Here’s how to keep it at bay with our favorite lubes made of water, silicone, or natural oil.View the full article

The pet company has published almost no details about what happened, who was affected, and what personal data was exposed. View the full article

A U.S. appeals court has upheld a temporary restraining order that prevents OpenAI and Jony Ive's new hardware venture from using the name "io" for products similar to those planned by AI audio startup iyO, Bloomberg Law reports. iyO sued OpenAI earlier this year after the latter announced its partnership with Ive's new firm, arguing that OpenAI's planned "io" branding was too close to its own name and related to similar AI-driven hardware. Court filings later showed that Ive and Sam Alt

In one of the most groundbreaking deals the streaming world has ever seen, Netflix acquires Warner Bros. for $82.7 billion. View the full article

This nimble, compact ebike packs plenty of punch, but doesn’t offer a wide range of sizes.View the full article

The acquisition will see massive franchises including Harry Potter and Friends brought into the same portfolio as Stranger Things and Squid Game.View the full article

Netflix today announced that it will acquire Warner Bros. Discovery's vast studios and streaming operations for $82.7 billion. The transaction will see Netflix acquire Warner Bros., HBO, and HBO Max in a cash-and-stock deal valued at $72 billion in equity and $82.7 billion, including debt (via Reuters). The acquisition gives it control of major franchises, including DC, Game of Thrones, Harry Potter, Looney Tunes, and the Warner Bros. film library, dramatically expanding the volume and d

Apple's first foldable iPhone will reportedly drop the physical SIM card slot in favor of eSIM technology, according to a well-known Chinese leaker posting on Weibo today. Apple is expected to introduce the device late next year or in early 2027, based on multiple reports. The so-called "iPhone Fold" is rumored to feature a 5.5-inch outer display and a book-style design that opens to reveal a roughly 7.8-inch inner screen reminiscent of an iPad mini. Bloomberg's Mark Gurman has desc

It's more than just a tool for streaming shows.View the full article

CNET gaming experts have listed the top 25 PlayStation 5 games you can play right now, like Astro Bot, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and Death Stranding 2.View the full article

The new episode of Pluribus, titled HDP, premieres this week.View the full article

Only four new episodes remain in Netflix's monster hit series.View the full article

"You could really, in a very fundamental sense, talk about redrawing the border around a brain," Hodak says, "possibly to include four hemispheres, or a device, or a whole group of people."View the full article

Looking for a standout gift that feels genuinely premium? CNET’s experts have curated a list of the best gift ideas under $500 with something for everyone on your list, from top gaming and audio gear to kitchen and fitness tech they'll love.View the full article

Solve the problem of cooking and chewing food with these full-meal replacement drinks.View the full article

Reddit is considered one of the most human spaces left on the internet, but mods and users are overwhelmed with slop posts in the most popular subreddits.View the full article

Optimize your sauna session by listening to the experts and, more importantly, your body.View the full article

PhonePe has shut down its Pincode app over two years after its debut.View the full article

Commentary: I'm hoping for big changes in Samsung's next Galaxy flagship phone, and after using the iPhone 17 Pro Max, I know what I'd like to see.View the full article

Save yourself some heartbreak and wash these kitchen items by hand.View the full article

Both the Max 2 and X5 are CNET Editors' Choice winners. But which one is right for you comes down to a few key considerations.View the full article

An AI image generator startup’s database was left accessible to the open internet, revealing more than 1 million images and videos, including photos of real people who had been “nudified.”View the full article

Get in shape with these rowing machines in your own home.View the full article

Holiday shopping is now in full gear, and our experts have pulled together dozens of gift ideas that will fit any budget -- from $25 to $300 and above. Here are our editors' picks for the best holiday gifts to give this year.View the full article

Here's what you need to know about every Bluetooth codec, and why you should even care.View the full article

If you're using Q-tips to clean your ears, you may be doing more harm than good.View the full article

Save on Naturepedic’s line of organic, thoughtfully crafted mattresses and bedding with our coupon codes for this month.View the full article

Enjoy discounts on Duo Premium and more sex toys with our Womanizer coupon codes.View the full article

Unlock up to 50% off, 40% off packages, and 25% off with top Groupon coupon codes. Explore coupons to save extra on travel getaways, holiday gifts, spa days, and event tickets.View the full article

Here are the answers for The New York Times Mini Crossword for Dec. 5.View the full article

Research suggests that your bathroom scrolling habit could raise your odds of a medical problem you definitely do not want.View the full article

George Foote, who served as the outside general counsel to the US Institute of Peace, said at WIRED’s Big Interview event that DOGE operatives arrived like a “strike team.”View the full article

The Spice Girls made the list, so let them tell you what they want, what they really, really want.View the full article

At WIRED’s Big Interview event, the activist and organizer said he doesn’t “think the Chuck Schumers of the world understand” what’s coming for the party.View the full article

Is it a bug? Is it a technical issue? Or did Apple just yank a camera feature that wasn't popular?View the full article

The newspaper is alleging copyright infringement and calling out Perplexity's Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) as a culprit. View the full article

Here are hints and answers for the NYT Strands puzzle for Dec. 5, No. 642.View the full article

Big Tech has lost its way. At WIRED’s Big Interview event, Techdirt editor Mike Masnick and Common Tools CEO Alex Komoroske announced a manifesto designed to help the industry get back on track.View the full article

The social media company is also testing a new AI support assistant for quick help.View the full article

Meta wants to make its AI hardware slicker and more fashion-forward. It also needs to make its software more usable. The way to do all that appears to be hiring design maestros away from Apple.View the full article

The cofounder and CEO of Circle says “money as an app platform” is the next step in a digital-based global economic system that’s right around the corner.View the full article

The Ceramic Shield 2 material that Apple uses for the iPhone 17 display includes an anti-reflective coating that's designed to cut down on glare. It's a coating that prior-generation iPhone models didn't have, and it can make a difference in bright lighting conditions. If you're someone who likes to use a screen protector with your ‌iPhone‌, you might be nullifying the anti-reflective property of the ‌iPhone 17‌ display, based on testing done by Astropad. Compared to the ‌iPhone 17‌

Sahil Lavingia, previously a DOGE operative at the Department of Veterans Affairs, is now a career employee at the IRS. He said at WIRED's Big Interview event that he expects to work there 10 years.View the full article

The United States Inspector General report reviewing Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth's text messaging mess recommends a single change to keep classified material secure.View the full article

People like to rag on the Bay Area, but mayor Daniel Lurie believes there’s no better place in the world than San Francisco.View the full article

By rolling back auto industry fuel efficiency goals, US president Donald Trump hopes to make new cars cheaper. But prices won't drop for years, and consumers will spend more on gas in the meantime.View the full article

The author of Super Agers believes AI could bring big changes to the world of medicine.View the full article

We analyze the top 100 channels across the most popular live TV streaming services.View the full article

The agency already opened an investigation in October over Waymo's performance around school buses. View the full article

Here are some hints and the answers for the NYT Connections puzzle for Dec. 5, No. 908.View the full article

Micro1 started the year with roughly $7 million ARR. Now, it claims to have surpassed $100 million in ARR, double what it reported in September. View the full article

When researchers asked AI models to explain how they solved puzzles, the models made stuff up. That's a big trust issue.View the full article

Here are hints and the answer for today's Wordle for Dec. 5, No. 1,630.View the full article