For a Limited Time Only, Get 60% Off This 7-in-1 USB-C Hub

Almost all tablets and laptops these days use a USB-C port. EvenApplehas given up on Lightning and switched over to the USB-C port to charge its iPhone now. USB-C hubs expand the number of accessories you’re able to attach to your laptop. However, they often have only one or two ports. This one by Baseus has all your devices covered with a generous seven ports. Right now, it’s on sale for a limited time foronly $16....

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 182 words · Seth Johnson

For Big Purchases, Swap BNPL for These Credit Cards With Longer Interest-Free Periods and Perks

So the right credit card can help you save on your big purchase and net you extra benefits. Here’s what to look for. Should you use a credit card for big purchases? When used responsibly, a credit card can help you earn you rewards and provide extra security. Credit card welcome bonuses could provide additional value if you’re able to qualify. It’s important to proactively plan out your spending on your credit card....

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 209 words · Kelly Brooks

Forget Accounting Software. Here's How I Handle Business Taxes Instead

I hate accounting software. It’s tedious and expensive. Here’s how I manage my estimated quarterly taxes andtax returnwithout missing out on majortax breaks. Ready to file your taxes? Get started with one of CNET’s tax partners. Open a business checking account The No. 1 rule of bookkeeping without using accounting software is to have separate accounts for your business and personal funds. This keeps you organized and makes it simple to keep personal and business transactions separate....

April 15, 2025 · 2 min · 275 words · Don Abbott

Forget Electric Cars. Why Cities Should Subsidize E-Bikes Instead

When Denverlaunched a program to subsidize e-bikes last year, it was overwhelmed in ten minutes. It upped the number to over 4,700 vouchers. “When it comes to allocating subsidies, e-bikes have a clear advantage over electric cars. Riding a Tower electric bike on a boardwalk.Tower Electric Bikes / Unsplash It’s an easy sell. But that doesn’t deal withthe other problems of even electric vehicles. All that wasted space for multi-lane roads and parking space, for example....

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 188 words · Susan Tucker

Forget Old-School Money Rules. What I'm Teaching My Kid About Finances Instead

“I know money’s tight, but I’ve got some saved and almost no debt.” We set him up with an investment account. Growing up, I never talked with my family about investing. I always assumed it was something that came later, when I had more money to put aside. It’s not entirely their fault. Investing apps didn’t exist, and it was much harder to open an account. That way he can evaluate if his spending matches his goals and can tweak his habits accordingly....

April 15, 2025 · 2 min · 387 words · Alexa Mcdonald

Forget Passwords! Why You Should Upgrade to Google's Passkeys Right Now

Google just switched on support for passkeys, the safer, more convenient, less annoying alternative to passwords. Passkeys let you log into websites and services using biometrics instead of a password. If you use Google, you should probably do it. Vertigo3d / Getty Images And the good news is ittakes less than a minute. “[O]ur research proves people are simply stuck in convenience when it comes to password creation. As we know, this has several ways to fail....

April 15, 2025 · 2 min · 306 words · Roger Crawford

Forget Prompt Engineering: Here's How AI Can Work for You

But I’ve been using AI for a while now, and that whole notion is false. It’s not at all uncommon to see numerousjob postings for AI prompt engineers. There are evenChrome internet tool extensions to help you write prompts. You don’t need to know any special language to have a productve chat with AI.NoSystem Images / Getty Images But I noticed something whileattending the Adobe Max conferencerecently. For example, I used ChatGPT to conceptualize and outline a new (fictional) podcast series....

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 186 words · Gabriella Simon

Forget Self-Driving Cars—John Deere’s Autonomous Tractor Shows the Way

But the truth is, that’s never going to happenand it doesn’t have to. Cities are terrible places for autonomous cars. They’re full of unpredictable humans on bikes, on foot, and in regular cars. John Deere Andin European cities at leasteven human-driven cars are on the way out. But there is a place for autonomous vehicleson freeways, in fields, and generally away from fragile humans. “I believe the best place to start is by making a self-driven boat/ship....

April 15, 2025 · 2 min · 270 words · Sabrina Garrett

Forget the Flash, This Is the Fastest Human-Made Object Ever

The June 29 record-tying solidifies the probe as the fastest object ever made by humans. That particular trip was also noteworthy because it was the first time a human-made objecttouched the sun. The probe achieves its amazing speeds with a mixture of timing and precision. It orbits the sun and lines up with the orbit of Venus. The Parker Solar Probe is likely to break its own record again next year....

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 152 words · Mark Hammond

Forgot Valentine's Day? Order Discounted Flowers to Arrive Soon After

One of our favoriteonline flower deliveryservices, BloomsyBox, is still offering CNET readers20% offyour flower order. Just use our exclusive codeCNET20at checkout to score the discount. The company offers one time purchases and subscription services. The Bloomsy Deluxe subscription gives you one amazing bouquet every month. you might pay monthly or prepay for three, six or 12 months at a time. You also have other plans options, including weekly and biweekly bouquets....

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 151 words · Michael Goodwin

Forgot Your Amazon Fire Tablet Password? Here's How to Reset It

It will also go over how to unlock your gadget if you forget your code. How Do You Unlock a Locked Amazon Fire Tablet? With a password on your lock screen, turn on the unit and enter the password to gain access. With a PIN, turn on the gear and enter the PIN to gain access. While at the lock screen, input the wrong password or PIN five times. SelectReset Your PinorReset Your Password....

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 133 words · Richard Schneider

Formatting Numbers in Excel Using Shortcut Keys

Formatting changes made to Excelworksheetsenhance their appearance and focus attention on specific data. Formatting alters the appearance of data but does not change the actual data in the cell. This is important when the data is used in calculations. Lifewire Number formatting is attached to the cell and not to the value in the cell. Number formatting does not change the actual number in the cell, just the way it appears....

April 15, 2025 · 2 min · 222 words · Donna Graham

Fortnite Chapter 3: When does it start, The End event, The Rock and more

Fortnitecame to an end once again Saturday. Developer EpicGamestook the game offline following the event leaving players waiting to see what happens in Chapter 3. Here’s everything you oughta know about Fortnite’s The End event and Chapter 3. What happened during The End event? When can I play Fortnite again? With Fortnite offline, players will have to wait until the start of Chapter 3. Epic says Fortnite Chapter 3 will start on Tuesday....

April 15, 2025 · 1 min · 147 words · Marilyn Welch