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Social media is now the top news source in the U.S.

For the first time ever, social media has overtaken TV as the number one way Americans get their news. Whether that’s a good thing… depends on who you ask. This is one of the standout findings from the Reuters Institute’s 2025 Digital News Report (via NiemanLab), released yesterday. According to the report, 54% of U.S. adults now say their news come from social media and video platforms, compared to 50% who rely on TV and 48% who use traditional news websites or apps. It’s the first time socia

The Morning After: Trump Mobile is a thing

Oh, Gold. It’s not April 1, it’s just a weird surprise. Donald Trump is launching a phone called Trump Mobile, which comes with wireless plans (starting at $47.25) and even a phone called the T1 Phone. During the announcement event at Trump Tower in New York City, Donald Trump Jr. said they were building something for “people who have been underserved,” and to “make sure that real Americans could get true value from their mobile carriers.” (Trump Mobile’s only plan is roughly double that of eq

This $300 Motorola has no business being this good for the price (and it has a large battery)

ZDNET's key takeaways Motorola's Moto G Power is currently on sale for $300. This device boasts multi-day battery life, a 6.8-inch Full HD+ screen, and decent performance for a mid-range phone. However, its similarities to the base Moto G may not be enough to convince people to pay an extra $100. View now at Amazon View now at Motorola more buying choices Motorola's Moto G Power is the sibling to the 2025 Moto G, a solid mid-tier smartphone that I reviewed not too long ago. The variant is not

This $80 Lenovo tablet is fantastic for portable entertainment - get it while the deal lasts

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Why I recommend this budget OnePlus over competing Android phones - especially at $70 off

'ZDNET Recommends': What exactly does it mean? ZDNET's recommendations are based on many hours of testing, research, and comparison shopping. We gather data from the best available sources, including vendor and retailer listings as well as other relevant and independent reviews sites. And we pore over customer reviews to find out what matters to real people who already own and use the products and services we’re assessing. When you click through from our site to a retailer and buy a product or

I recommend OnePlus' lateset flagship phone over the S25 Ultra - here's why

ZDNET's key takeaways The OnePlus 13 is a snappy, nearly no-compromise phone that starts at $899. A Snapdragon 8 Elite, paired with a 6,000mAh battery and 80W fast charging, is a recipe for endurance success. IP69 is almost excessive, but you'll appreciate it when least expected. $999.99 at Best Buy Purchase the OnePlus 13 from Best Buy and you'll receive a free $100 gift card. This deal applies to both Black Eclipse and Midnight Ocean color options. It's not often that I review a smartphone

Fun with Telnet

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The magic of through running

This is the lead story of the new issue of Works in Progress, Issue 19. Read the full issue, including stories on how to redraw cities and the secret history of inflation targeting, on our website. In the nineteenth century, the societies of Europe and North America were profoundly transformed by the vast railway networks they built. When these railway networks entered cities, however, they faced a crucial problem: they had to stop. Rather than carrying on through the city, it was common for th

Fossify – A suite of open-source, ad-free apps

👋 Welcome to Fossify! Fossify is a group of privacy-focused, open-source, and ad-free mobile apps. It emerged as a fork of the discontinued SimpleMobileTools to continue its legacy, bringing simple and private tech to everyone. Get Involved For issues affecting multiple apps, check out general issues. Engage in discussions or share ideas at general discussions. To help with code or translations, visit this link. Questions or Feedback? If you have questions or want to learn more, start a

Your Kidneys Will Thank You for Adding These 13 Foods to Your Plate

You might not think about your kidneys often, but they're working hard 24/7 to keep you healthy. These two small organs filter waste, balance fluids and help regulate everything from blood pressure to red blood cell production. And according to the CDC, more than 1 in 7 U.S. adults already have chronic kidney disease, whether they know it or not. The good news? Supporting your kidneys doesn't have to mean overhauling your entire lifestyle. With a few smart dietary changes, you can help protect

Best Internet Providers in Mesa, Arizona

halbergman What is the best internet provider in Mesa, Arizona? The best internet provider in Mesa is Cox Communications, thanks to its range of speeds, competitive introductory pricing and wide availability. According to the latest data from the Federal Communications Commission, Cox covers the largest area in the city at 82% as a non-business and non-satellite internet provider. If you're looking for fast speeds, Quantum Fiber offers the fastest plans in the city, with speeds up to 8,000 me

Best Internet Providers in Medford, Oregon

What is the best internet provider in Medford, Oregon? A popular destination for retirees and tourists alike, Medford, nicknamed the Pear Blossom City, has some decent internet provider options. Spectrum Internet is CNET’s pick for the best internet service provider in Medford. It takes the top spot thanks to wide availability, reliable speeds and competitive introductory pricing. It covers nearly 90% of the city, according to the latest data from the US Federal Communications Commission. It al

Google Fiber Internet Review: Plans, Pricing, Speed and Availability

Unavailable in Provider unavailable in 90001 Edit . . . See at Google Or call: Or call to learn more: (877) 991-1614 Google Fiber rating 7.5 /10 CNET Score We score internet providers for speed, value and customer care. Our data sources include the FCC, J.D. Power, The American Customer Satisfaction Index and extensive in-house research. Read more How we calculated our rating 7.5 / 10 SCORE Speed 8/10 Value 7.5/10 Customer Care 7/10 Pros Speeds start at 1Gbps Speeds start at 1Gbps No equipment

The GameSir Cyclone 2 Has One Thing That Keeps It From Being a Great Nintendo Switch Controller

GameSir has made a name for itself over the past few years by building solid gaming controllers with top-notch features, often at lower prices than the competition. One of its latest controllers, the Cyclone 2, offers a lot of great things including support for multiple platforms, several connectivity options and solid triggers and joysticks. But the lackluster buttons and janky software make it hard to recommend when there are dozens of other great controllers for around the same price. What I

Twelve South AirFly Pro 2 Review: Add Bluetooth to Every Flight

8.6 / 10 SCORE Twelve South AirFly Pro 2 Pros Add Bluetooth 5.3 connectivity to just about anything Tiny A little easier to use than its predecessor Cons A little more expensive than its predecessor Minor lip-sync delay due to Bluetooth connection Not (quite) as necessary as it once was It can be extremely frustrating to spend a bunch of money on a great set of noise-canceling headphones, only to get on your first flight with them and find out you can't hear the in-flight entertainment. Wh

DOCSIS 3.0 vs. 3.1 vs. 4.0: What Are the Differences?

If you have cable internet, then you're using DOCSIS technology. DOCSIS, which stands for Data Over Cable Service Interface Specifications, is a standard that defines how your modem relays cable internet signals going to and from your home. If you have cable internet, whether from Cox, Spectrum, Xfinity or one of many regional cable internet providers like Armstrong, you're using a DOCSIS-compliant modem. The DOCSIS 4.0 cable modem is ideal since it produces faster upload speeds. But while spec

Scientists Discover the Key to Axolotls’ Ability to Regenerate Limbs

The axolotl seems like something out of science fiction. This perpetually youthful-looking Mexican salamander possesses a superpower that defies biology as we know it: the ability to regenerate entire limbs, parts of its heart, and even its spinal cord. But how does an amputated limb know whether to regenerate an entire arm from the shoulder down or just a hand from the wrist? This mystery of “positional identity” has fascinated scientists for decades. A team at Northeastern University, led by

The Atlantic is making a big push into games

is a news editor covering technology, gaming, and more. He joined The Verge in 2019 after nearly two years at Techmeme. Daily puzzle games are seemingly everywhere right now, and starting today, you’ll be able to add a new stop to your puzzle rotation: The Atlantic. The publication is launching a new hub for its growing game offerings, including already available games like Bracket City and Caleb’s Inferno Crossword Puzzle, as well as some new puzzles. You’ll be able to access the hub on both

Microsoft should change its Copilot advertising, says watchdog

is a senior editor and author of Notepad , who has been covering all things Microsoft, PC, and tech for over 20 years. Microsoft’s Copilot advertising has been criticized by an industry watchdog for its productivity claims and confusing use of Copilot branding. The Better Business Bureau’s National Advertising Division (NAD) has reviewed Microsoft’s Copilot advertising, and recommended that the software giant discontinues or modifies productivity claims about Microsoft 365 Copilot and more clea

Nothing Phone 3 leak reveals it’s not a full-blown flagship after all

TL;DR The Nothing Phone 3 will reportedly use the Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 processor. This is a step down from the Snapdragon 8 Elite, featuring a slower CPU and GPU and a few other downgrades. This processor should still compare favorably to the likes of the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 used in last year’s high-end phones. Nothing is gearing up to launch the Nothing Phone 3 on July 1, and we’ve already seen leaked renders and confirmed pricing for one market. Now, a leaker has apparently disclosed the phon

Google just made an iPhone tease the Pixel 10 in its latest ‘Best Phones Forever’ ad

Android Headlines/OnLeaks TL;DR Google has teased the Pixel 10 for the first time in a new “Best Phones Forever” ad, but an iPhone is actually doing the marketing. The ad pokes fun at Apple’s recently announced Pixel-inspired iOS 26 features, including Live Translation for messages, Hold Assist, and Call Screening. The cheeky teaser for Google’s next set of flagships comes right at the end. Google has released another “Best Phones Forever” ad, and this time, it’s not just a playful jab at Ap

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I replaced my AirTag with this luggage lock that has location tracking - and it's legit

'ZDNET Recommends': What exactly does it mean? ZDNET's recommendations are based on many hours of testing, research, and comparison shopping. We gather data from the best available sources, including vendor and retailer listings as well as other relevant and independent reviews sites. And we pore over customer reviews to find out what matters to real people who already own and use the products and services we’re assessing. When you click through from our site to a retailer and buy a product or

Why I like the base iPad more than the Pro and Air - especially at this price

ZDNET's key takeaways The 11th-generation iPad 11th Generation normally retails for $349 The upgraded iPad has double the base storage as the previous generation, more RAM, and an upgraded processor in the A16 Bionic chip. However, it still isn't compatible with Apple Intelligence and doesn't support the Apple Pencil Pro. $299 at Amazon $349 at Apple $329 at B&H Photo-Video more buying choices Multiple 11th-Gen iPad configurations are on sale at Amazon. One of the biggest discounts belongs to

The best Android phones of 2025: Expert tested and reviewed

The best Android phones in 2025 feature different models from multiple brands. That's the beauty of the current phone market, which spans from the best foldable phones, like the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6, that challenge the status quo, to cheap phones, like the CMF Phone 2 Pro and Google Pixel 9a, that cater to consumers on a budget. Just last month, Samsung kicked off the thin-phone craze with the Galaxy S25 Edge, and I expect other phone makers to follow suit in 2025.

Your Android phone just got a big upgrade for free - these Pixel models included

Kerry Wan/ZDNET Android 16 is officially here, and Google has some big upgrades on the way. Instead of releasing a new OS and a new phone lineup at the same time, Google is making the same move it did with Android 15 and giving both software and hardware their time to shine. Also: 'End of 10' offers hope and support to Windows 10 users who can't upgrade their PCs This is the earliest Google has launched a major Android release in a while (for comparison, Android 15 was released on Oct. 15, 2

This midrange OnePlus phone undercuts the Galaxy S25 and delivers a flagship experience

ZDNET's key takeaways OnePlus 13R costs $599 and features a bright display, powerful performance, and fast charging. It doesn't have a flagship camera system and wireless charging. But for the money, you won't find a more balanced handset. View now at OnePlus View now at Best Buy more buying choices Purchase the OnePlus 13R at Best Buy, and you'll receive a free $100 gift card. This deal applies to both Nebula Noir (black) and Astral Trail (white). The OnePlus 13R follows in the footsteps of

Best Internet Providers in San Jose, California

What is the best internet provider in San Jose? If you’re looking for fast, reliable internet in San Jose, fiber is the way to go, andAT&T Fiber stands out as the top choice, according to CNET. It delivers symmetrical speeds up to 5,000Mbps with no contracts, no data caps and no surprise price hikes. Just make sure you’re signing up for the fiber service, not AT&T’s DSL or fixed wireless plans, which offer slower speeds and limited features. If fiber isn’t available where you live, Xfinity is

WhatsApp just launched ads for all users, here are the details

WhatsApp has been talking about launching in-app advertising for many years, but today the change has finally arrived. Ads in WhatsApp are now official, here are the details of what to expect—including the finer points of how your privacy is impacted. Two types of ads are launching in WhatsApp today Today Meta announced via the official WhatsApp blog that ads are rolling out to all users now. Ads are launching as part of the Updates tab inside the app. This means they won’t be part of your p

Buy a Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 on sale and get a free SmartTag2 Bluetooth tracker - here's how

'ZDNET Recommends': What exactly does it mean? ZDNET's recommendations are based on many hours of testing, research, and comparison shopping. We gather data from the best available sources, including vendor and retailer listings as well as other relevant and independent reviews sites. And we pore over customer reviews to find out what matters to real people who already own and use the products and services we’re assessing. When you click through from our site to a retailer and buy a product or

The Humble Programmer (1972)

The Humble Programmer by Edsger W. Dijkstra As a result of a long sequence of coincidences I entered the programming profession officially on the first spring morning of 1952 and as far as I have been able to trace, I was the first Dutchman to do so in my country. In retrospect the most amazing thing was the slowness with which, at least in my part of the world, the programming profession emerged, a slowness which is now hard to believe. But I am grateful for two vivid recollections from that