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5% Mortgage Rates Are Real. How Homebuyers Are Making It Happen

cnet.com See Full Bio 2025-10-02 06:15:04

Tharon Green/CNET Over the last several years, record-high home prices and high mortgage rates have made homeownership unaffordable. As 30-year fixed mortgage rates remain flat near 7%, homebuyers have been finding creative ways to score rates below what lenders advertise. Last year, nearly half of buyers purchased a home at a rate below 5%, according to Zillow. "With borrowing costs elevated, buyers can take steps to reduce their housing expenses by securing a lower mortgage rate," said Hann

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I'm Can't Wait to Play Remedy's FBC: Firebreak on Xbox Game Pass

cnet.com See Full Bio 2025-10-02 08:00:08

In 2019, Remedy Entertainment released the mind-bending, Kafka-esque game Control. At the time, I loved the idea of a bureaucratic office turned into a violent battlefield filled with office supplies -- like a floppy disk -- that can give you special abilities. So I'm excited to return to that world in FBC: Firebreak, which is on Xbox Game Pass now. Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, a CNET Editors' Choice award pick, offers hundreds of games you can play on your Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, Xbox One an

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FBC: Firebreak: 6 Fun Nods to Control

cnet.com See Full Bio 2025-10-02 07:00:00

FBC: Firebreak is studio Remedy Entertainment's first multiplayer romp. As a Left 4 Dead-esque objective-based horde shooter taking place in the Oldest House (the headquarters for the Federal Bureau of Control), the game is heavy on action and light on story. That doesn't mean that the game is completely divorced from the shared Remedyverse that bridges the events of Control and the Alan Wake series. Firebreak takes place six years after the events of Control, and dimension-hopping Hiss invader

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

cnet.com See Full Bio 2025-10-02 08:00:11

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

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

cnet.com See Full Bio 2025-10-02 07:00:06

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

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This Keychron Keyboard Combines One of the Best Technologies in Gaming With a Gorgeous Premium Design

cnet.com See Full Bio 2025-10-02 08:00:12

If you've paid any attention to gaming accessories the past few years you've likely heard something about the benefits of Hall Effect joysticks and triggers. Essentially, instead of using a physical connection to sense movement, Hall Effect sensors use magnets. The idea is to reduce wear and tear on components to give you more durability as well as improve the controller's response time. Most gamers probably won't notice the difference between a standard and Hall Effect controller, but for the h

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I Played FBC: Firebreak and It's No Fun Going on the Game's Dark Missions Alone

cnet.com See Full Bio 2025-10-02 07:00:08

I'm hours into my second night of matches before FBC: Firebreak starts to make sense. I've got two other players in my squad, each with a different kit of equipment and weapons, as we fight off hordes of enemies while doing odd jobs around our haunted office building. After several missions, we've finally learned the game's atypical approach to team combat and how to back each other up. But one thing is clear: If you don't want to cooperate, this game isn't for you. The newest game from Alan Wa

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

cnet.com See Full Bio 2025-10-02 08:30:00

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

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Scientists Discover the Key to Axolotls’ Ability to Regenerate Limbs

wired.com Anna Lagos 2025-10-02 06:00:00

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

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Complaints About Tariff Evasion Have Jumped 160 Percent Under Trump

wired.com Paresh Dave 2025-10-02 07:00:00

US Customs and Border Protection experienced a sharp rise in reports about potential tariff evasion after President Donald Trump abruptly imposed new duties on over 100 countries earlier this year, according to data the agency shared with WIRED. From March through May, CBP’s official e-Allegations tipline received 542 complaints about alleged duty dodging, an almost 160 percent increase from the same three months in 2024. Importers have long tried to evade tariffs and lower their costs by misla

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The Best Vacuum for Pet Hair—We Tested a Dozen Models to Find Which Work Best

wired.com Molly Higgins 2025-10-02 07:06:00

Others Tested Photograph: Molly Higgins Tineco Go Pet Cordless Vacuum for $226: As when I tested the Tineco Go Mini for my handheld vacuums guide, I was a bit underwhelmed by this vacuum specifically for pets. It has a slot for easy brush removal if hair gets stuck around the bars, which is a helpful thing to have when you’re dealing with pet (and human) hair. The lever and the angle of the lid for emptying are counterintuitive, and the first few times I emptied it, the debris went everywhere.

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Who Knew Basketball Needed an Interactive LED Floor?

wired.com Ben Dowsett 2025-10-02 08:00:00

I stood on an indoor basketball court in Orlando, Florida, in mid-May, ball in hand and LeBron 15 sneakers on my feet, ready to run some drills. My instructor drew up a basic diagram for me to follow in my next drill using an iPad. He showed how he wanted me to start at the baseline, then curl up to the corner of the free-throw line before taking a pass and driving to the basket. Easy enough to remember. Here’s the thing, though: I didn’t have to remember any of the words he spoke or any of th

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The Atlantic is making a big push into games

theverge.com Jay Peters 2025-10-02 08:00:00

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

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Microsoft should change its Copilot advertising, says watchdog

theverge.com Tom Warren 2025-10-02 08:26:56

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

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Prominent global VC Endeavor Catalyst is raising $300M, sources say

techcrunch.com Tage Kene-Okafor 2025-10-02 08:00:48

Endeavor Catalyst, the co-investment fund affiliated with global entrepreneurial network Endeavor Global, is raising a new $300 million fund, its fifth and largest fund yet, as it looks to deepen its bet on high-growth startups across Africa, Latin America, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia, TechCrunch has learned. The new fund, according to sources, is still in early fundraising stages. It’s previous fund was its $292 million Fund IV closed in 2022. The firm has already begun early conversat

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Intel's Nova Lake-S CPUs to bring massive architectural overhaul, up to 52 cores

techspot.com Skye Jacobs 2025-10-02 09:02:00

Serving tech enthusiasts for over 25 years.TechSpot means tech analysis and advice you can trust Rumor mill: Intel's next-generation Nova Lake-S desktop processors are rapidly taking shape, with leaks pointing to a major architectural leap for the company's consumer CPUs. According to well-known leakers @chi11eddog and @jaykihn0, Nova Lake-S is expected to launch in the second half of 2026 and will introduce a sweeping overhaul in both design and performance targets. The flagship Core Ultra 9

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SK Hynix shares soar to over 2-decade highs as chipmaker's parent reportedly plans AI data center

cnbc.com Dylan Butts 2025-10-02 07:53:17

Illustration of the SK Hynix company logo seen displayed on a smartphone screen. Shares in South Korean chipmaker SK Hynix extended gains to hit a more than 2-decade high on Tuesday, following reports over the weekend that SK Group plans to build the country's largest AI data center. SK Hynix shares, which have surged almost 50% so far this year on the back of an AI boom, were up nearly 3%, following gains on Monday. The company's parent, SK Group, plans to build the AI data center in partner

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Amazon extends Prime Day to four days, starting July 8

cnbc.com Annie Palmer 2025-10-02 07:00:01

An Amazon worker moves boxes on Amazon Prime Day in the East Village of New York City, July 11, 2023. Amazon is extending its Prime Day discount bonanza, announcing that the annual sale will run four days this year. The 96-hour event will start at 12:01 a.m. PT on July 8, and continue through July 11, Amazon said in a release. For the first time, the company will roll out themed "deal drops" that change daily and are available "while supplies last." Amazon has in recent years toyed with addin

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Amazon Prime Day will take place July 8 to July 11, with six bonus PC games via Prime Gaming

venturebeat.com Dean Takahashi 2025-10-02 09:33:00

Amazon announced that Prime Day 2025 will take place from Tuesday, July 8 through Friday, July 11, and gamers will be able to get six free PC games via Prime Gaming. Prime Gaming members are in for another year of some great deals available during both the lead-up to Prime Day and during Prime Day itself, Amazon said. To celebrate the lead-up to Prime Day from June 17 through July 7, and in addition to the previously announced June Prime Gaming content, Prime members can claim an assortment of

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

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-10-02 09:07:14

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

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

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-10-02 09:16:16

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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Amazon is giving away some great games in the lead up to Prime Day

engadget.com Unknown 2025-10-02 07:00:12

You can grab a number of games from Amazon at no cost if you have a Prime subscription in the days leading up to Prime Day 2025, which takes place from July 8 to July 11. Starting today, June 17 at 12 PM Eastern time, you can get Dungeon of the Endless Definitive Edition without paying for it through the Amazon Games App. In the roguelike game, you take on the role of a prison spaceship survivor who has to fight off several floors of creatures after your escape pod crashes into a strange planet.

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Amazon Prime Day 2025 dates officially announced: The shopping event returns from July 8 to 11

engadget.com Unknown 2025-10-02 07:04:49

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 . Amazon has officially announced the dates for its next annual shopping event, and there’s a twist this year. Prime Day 2025 will be four days long, running from July 8 through July 11. A departure from previous years in which Prime Day was a 48-hour affair, this year the shopping event

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Prime Day 2025: When Amazon's sales event begins, early deals already live, plus everything else you need to know

engadget.com Unknown 2025-10-02 07:06:41

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 is coming back (again) this year; here's what we know so far, plus early deals. Now that we know Amazon Prime Day will be coming up soon on July 8 to 11, it’s time to start thinking about what you may want to snag at a discount during the sale. If you pay the $139 annual fee

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How to disable ACR on your TV (and why doing so makes such a big difference)

zdnet.com Chris Bayer 2025-10-02 09:00:13

Kerry Wan/ZDNET Did you know that whenever you turn on your smart TV, you invite an unseen guest to watch it with you? These days, most popular TV models utilize automatic content recognition (ACR), a form of ad surveillance technology that gathers information about everything you watch and transmits it to a centralized database. Manufacturers then use your data to identify your viewing preferences, enabling them to deliver highly targeted ads. Also: Don't cancel Netflix yet: I used these sec

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

zdnet.com Adrian Kingsley-Hughes 2025-10-02 09:00:19

'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

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

zdnet.com Maria Diaz 2025-10-02 09:00:20

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

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The best Android phones of 2025: Expert tested and reviewed

zdnet.com Kerry Wan 2025-10-02 09:00:22

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.

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New to MacOS? 8 beginner tips and tricks to try first - and why

zdnet.com Jack Wallen 2025-10-02 09:30:12

Kerry Wan/ZDNET If you're considering a migration from Windows 11 to MacOS, you're in for a treat, as Apple's operating system is so much more user-friendly, stable, secure, and better designed than Microsoft's. When you first log into your new MacOS device, you should feel instantly at home. You'll instinctively understand how things work and won't have a problem getting up to speed. That doesn't mean, however, that there aren't a few quick tips you should know to make the experience even eas

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Finally, a soundbar that completes my home TV setup and is well worth the price

zdnet.com Jack Wallen 2025-10-02 09:30:16

ZDNET's key takeaways The Platin Monaco 5.2.1 speaker system is available on Amazon for $1,000. With a simple setup and well-defined sound, the Monaco is ideal for entertainment streaming and small spaces. The Monaco's subwoofer lacks power, and the system requires a phone app as the remote. $999 at Amazon Last year, the JBL Bar 1000 set a high standard for soundbars. Since then, nothing has come close to the rich, multi-dimensional sound produced by that system, and I cannot imagine any soun

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5% Mortgage Rates Are Real. How Homebuyers Are Making It Happen

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FBC: Firebreak: 6 Fun Nods to Control

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

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This Keychron Keyboard Combines One of the Best Technologies in Gaming With a Gorgeous Premium Design

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Scientists Discover the Key to Axolotls’ Ability to Regenerate Limbs

Complaints About Tariff Evasion Have Jumped 160 Percent Under Trump

The Best Vacuum for Pet Hair—We Tested a Dozen Models to Find Which Work Best

Who Knew Basketball Needed an Interactive LED Floor?

The Atlantic is making a big push into games

Microsoft should change its Copilot advertising, says watchdog

Prominent global VC Endeavor Catalyst is raising $300M, sources say

Intel's Nova Lake-S CPUs to bring massive architectural overhaul, up to 52 cores

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Amazon extends Prime Day to four days, starting July 8

Amazon Prime Day will take place July 8 to July 11, with six bonus PC games via Prime Gaming

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

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The best Android phones of 2025: Expert tested and reviewed

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