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Apple reports third-quarter earnings after the bell

Apple CEO Tim Cook attends the world premiere of "F1" at Times Square in New York on June 16, 2025. Apple reports fiscal third-quarter earnings on Thursday after the bell. The June quarter is typically Apple's slowest of the year by sales, ahead of new device launches in September that typically spur the company's biggest sales surge of the year driven in the December quarter. Still, Apple is expected to report nearly $90 billion in overall sales during the period, which would be a 4% increas

You Might Be Using the Wrong Oil: A Guide to Cooking Oils and When to Use Them

Oil's versatility knows no bounds. Not only does it help cook our favorite proteins and vegetables but it can also be mixed into dressings and baked goods to enhance everything from crave-worthy fat content to superior moisture levels. Some varieties, such as olive and coconut oil, can even be applied directly to skin and hair for the benefits of long-lasting hydration. But many oils serve very specific purposes. While ever-popular olive oil may be the go-to for practically everything in your k

Struggling to Stay in the Kitchen During Summer Heat? These 9 Tips Can Help

Midsummer is the hottest time of year, and 2025 has delivered record-breaking heat waves across the US. With temperatures in three digits, the idea of standing in a hot kitchen might be driving you to consider take out. When it's outrageously hot outside, there are a few tricks that help you stay cool and deliver a delicious dinner for your family. Read more: Best Foods for Staying Hydrated During Hot Weather From choosing the right appliances to timing your cooking sessions just right, a few

Google is using passkeys and new security tools to help you fight cyberattacks - here's how

Google / Elyse Betters Picaro / ZDNET Cybercriminals always have an arsenal of ways to target and attack unsuspecting users, both at home and in the workplace. That puts the onus on companies like Google to find methods to thwart the latest types of cyberattacks. In a new blog post published Tuesday, Google reveals some of the threats facing customers and the tools now available to help them protect themselves. Also: Google Chrome for iOS now lets you switch between personal and work accounts

Ditch the Hot Oven: The Ultimate Summer Cooking Hack Is Sitting on Your Counter

I love grilling as much as the next backyard warrior, but standing over open flames in 90-degree heat feels less like cooking and more like slow-roasting myself. And firing up the oven indoors? That just turns your kitchen into a sauna and your living room into a convection zone. Not to mention, using a gas range with the windows shut is basically inviting bad air to dinner. That's where the air fryer swoops in. These compact countertop dynamos crank out crispy food fast, without turning your h

How logic can help AI models tell more truth, according to AWS

AWS distinguished scientist Byron Cook makes the case for "automated reasoning." Amazon AWS The term "reasoning" is a familiar metaphor in today's artificial intelligence (AI) technology, often used to describe the verbose outputs generated by so-called reasoning AI models such as OpenAI's o1 or DeepSeek AI's R1. Another kind of reasoning is quietly taking root in the most advanced applications, perhaps closer to actual reasoning. Also: Will AI think like humans? We're not even close - and we

Ninja's Glass-Bowl Air Fryer Won Me Over. Here Are 4 Reasons I Made the Switch

CNET’s expert staff reviews and rates dozens of new products and services each month, building on more than a quarter century of expertise. 9.2 / 10 SCORE Ninja Crispi $180 at Amazon $180 at Best Buy $180 at Target Pros Cook, serve, and storage capabilities Easy to clean: almost everything is dishwasher-safe Intuitive operation No concern about PFAS Ability to see cooking in progress Can buy additional glass vessels for maximum food prep Small storage footprint with nesting capabilities

CookUnity Prepared Meal Delivery Review (2025): Chef-Centric Meals

It shouldn't be surprising if a plate of chicken lababdar tastes delicious. The dish is among my favorite North Indian gravies, a slightly edgier cousin of butter chicken that's a bit spicier and tangier but just as creamy. What was surprising was that this particular chicken had arrived in the mail. Specifically, it came in a microwaveable tray from CookUnity meal delivery service that looked a little like a white-label TV dinner—packed up earlier that morning in Seattle, then driven down to m

How to clear your iPhone cache (and why you should do it before installing iOS 26 public beta)

What is cache? Cache -- or browser cache -- is the temporary storage of website files. So, things like images, scripts, and cookies that your browser saves on your phone to make pages load faster the next time you visit. Also: Every iPhone model that can be updated to iOS 26 (and which ones don't support it) Over time, though, those files can add up, taking a large bite out of your device storage and slowing things down. That's why it's smart to clear your browser cache regularly. In this art

Apple solves its social media fragmentation problem with ‘In the Loop’

Social media has been fragmented since Twitter got X’d and cleared the path for Threads, Bluesky, Mastodon, and others. Still, Apple personalities like Tim Cook still rely on sharing company news, often exclusively, on X. Others seem more fond of Instagram. It’s a lot to follow, especially if you’re off one or more social media networks. Apple seems to have heard the feedback that it can be rather strange that company news, especially from CEO Tim Cook, can solely exist somewhere like X. The f

Major rule about cooking meat turns out to be wrong

Contrary to common belief, resting meat isn’t really about retaining juices, but that doesn’t mean it’s pointless. Instead, it’s best understood as a temperature-control method for managing carryover cooking. To use it effectively, though, you have to completely rethink how the technique works and how to apply it. Is dark matter real? How do consciousness and memory actually work? And is it really necessary to rest your meat after cooking? These are the big, unresolved questions that keep scien

Major Rule About Cooking Meat Turns Out to Be Wrong

Contrary to common belief, resting meat isn’t really about retaining juices, but that doesn’t mean it’s pointless. Instead, it’s best understood as a temperature-control method for managing carryover cooking. To use it effectively, though, you have to completely rethink how the technique works and how to apply it. Is dark matter real? How do consciousness and memory actually work? And is it really necessary to rest your meat after cooking? These are the big, unresolved questions that keep scien

The 7 Must-Try Air Fryer Accessories Every Chef Needs

It doesn't matter whether you're rustling up an appetizer or cooking a full meal, the humble air fryer can do the job. It's true that sometimes the air fryer can be a victim of its own versatility, and sometimes it's relegated to cooking quick and easy meals. But if you pair it with a useful accessory, you might be surprised at just how capable that unsuspecting air fryer is. In fact, get things just right, and the cooking possibilities are basically endless. There's an entire air fryer communi

Our 9 Favorite Pizza Ovens: Wood, Gas, Electric, and Grill (2025)

Honorable Mentions We've tried a lot of pizza ovens. Here are a few that we liked that didn't quite make the cut. Photograph: Adrienne So Ooni Karu, First Edition for $349: Ooni is still selling the previous generation oven of WIRED's top pick, the Karu 2, for about $100 less. Like other Ooni pizza ovens, O.G. Karu is an excellent oven—light, portable, and easy to clean—and WIRED reviewer Adrienne So couldn't stop using the thing after first testing it. Nonetheless the newer Karu 2 heats more

My Favorite All-in-One Kitchen Appliance Is on Sale for 20% Off

Too often, all-in-one kitchen appliances end up doing a lot of things poorly instead of doing one thing well. And, because some models have a lot of components, they can be a nightmare to clean. But the Chefman Everything Maker quickly won me over. The nonstick cooking surfaces heat up quickly and cleanup takes minimal effort (a serious win in my book). I've made crispy hash browns, gooey grilled cheese, breakfast sandwiches and perfectly golden pancakes -- all in one compact machine. And it's

4 Reasons I Switched to a Glass-Bowl Air Fryer

CNET’s expert staff reviews and rates dozens of new products and services each month, building on more than a quarter century of expertise. 9.2 / 10 SCORE Ninja Crispi $160 at Amazon $160 at Target $160 at Best Buy Pros Cook, serve, and storage capabilities Easy to clean: almost everything is dishwasher-safe Intuitive operation No concern about PFAS Ability to see cooking in progress Can buy additional glass vessels for maximum food prep Small storage footprint with nesting capabilities

One of our favorite Ninja air fryers is 36 percent off right now

Engadget has been testing and reviewing consumer tech since 2004. Our stories may include affiliate links; if you buy something through a link, we may earn a commission. Read more about how we evaluate products . Prime Day might have ended last week, but that doesn't mean the sales are over. Amazon still has discounts on some of our favorite items, including our pick for best dual-zone air fryer. Right now, you can get the Ninja DZ401 Foodi Air Fryer for $160, down from $250. The 36 percent di

Tim Cook’s run as Apple CEO could be much longer than you think

How long will Tim Cook stay Apple’s CEO? The question has come up often, but a new report indicates any big leadership transition is likely a lot farther off than you might expect. No internal signs of Cook preparing to retire or find successor, per Bloomberg Last week Apple announced that long-time COO Jeff Williams was leaving. Williams is the latest in a string of high-profile leaders transitioning out of the company in recent years, which often leads to speculation about CEO Tim Cook. Bu

Too Hot to Stay in the Kitchen? 9 Ways to Stay Cool While Cooking This Summer

Summer is in full swing, and the heat waves have arrived. Already this summer we've seen massive heat domes that blanketed the Northeast, driving temperatures above 100 degrees Fahrenheit. When it's hot outside, the last thing you want to do is stand over an oven while trying to cook up a tasty dinner. However, just because it's hot outside doesn't mean your only option is takeout. There are a few easy ways to help keep your kitchen cool even when it's boiling outside. Read more: Best Foods for

Prime Day Has Ended, but You Can Still Snag My Favorite All-in-One Kitchen Appliance for 25% Off

Amazon's Prime Day sale has wrapped up, but we're spotting some deals that are still live today, including a sweet 25% discount on the Chefman Everything Maker, a clever kitchen gadget that can make almost anything. The normal list price of $60 on the Chefman website already feels like a steal for what this appliance can accomplish. Which is, well, everything. But the Price Day price brings it down to just $45, which is a steal. The midnight version is also on sale for 20% off. Too often, all-i

Prime Day Has Ended, But You Can Still Snag My Favorite All-in-One Kitchen Appliance for 25% Off

Amazon's Prime Day sale has wrapped up, but we're spotting some deals that are still live today, including a sweet 25% discount on the Chefman Everything Maker, a clever kitchen gadget that can make almost anything. The normal list price of $60 on the Chefman website already feels like a steal for what this appliance can accomplish. Which is, well, everything. But the Price Day price brings it down to just $45, which is a steal. The midnight version is also on sale for 20% off. Too often, all-i

Gallery: Tim Cook and Eddy Cue attend Sun Valley ‘summer camp for billionaires’

As is tradition, Apple CEO Tim Cook is in attendance at the Sun Valley Conference in Idaho this week. The event, commonly referred to as a “summer camp for billionaires,” attracts executives across media, tech politics, and many other sectors. The conference has taken place in Sun Valley, Idaho for one week each July since 1983 This year, Cook is in attendance alongside Apple’s services boss Eddy Cue. Cook is a regular at the Allen & Company Sun Valley Conference, attending many times over the

The 6 best air fryers for 2025, tested and reviewed

Engadget has been testing and reviewing consumer tech since 2004. Our stories may include affiliate links; if you buy something through a link, we may earn a commission. Read more about how we evaluate products . Air fryers have quickly become a go-to kitchen gadget, letting you whip up everything from crunchy fries to golden brown chicken using much less oil than traditional methods — sometimes just a drizzle of olive oil is all you need. The best air fryers in 2025 come from trusted air fryer

Travel Mugs, Nonstick Pans and More Items That Don't Belong in the Dishwasher

Whether you're learning the ropes of a brand-new dishwasher or you've been hands-free dishwashing for years, it's tempting to load it up and let it rip. It's summer -- you've got better things to do than babysit a sink full of dirty silverware. But before you start stacking every spatula and chef's knife onto the racks, take a beat. Your dishwasher's high heat and aggressive cycles can do more harm than good to certain kitchen tools. Warping, rusting, cracking and dulling are all fair game -- e