CNET tested 14 tower fans, identifying the Zafro Smart Tower Fan 36 as the best overall for its balance of airflow, energy efficiency, and price. The results provide a technical benchmark for consumers comparing raw power, noise profiles, and smart home integration across traditional and bladeless cooling hardware.
xTool has opened preorders for the O1 Omni, a desktop printer featuring a dual-printhead architecture that supports UV, DTG, and DTF printing. This versatile hardware allows makers to print on a wide range of materials including fabric, wood, acrylic, and metal in a single machine.
Russian military intelligence unit APT28 used DNS hijacking to compromise thousands of SOHO routers, specifically targeting legacy TP-Link models across 23 US states. This operation highlights the critical security risk of using end-of-life hardware that no longer receives firmware updates to protect network traffic.
CNET outlines techniques for achieving analog film aesthetics on mobile devices using physical mist filters, RAW capture, and editing tools like Snapseed, VSCO, and Lightroom. These methods allow users to bypass aggressive digital oversharpening and HDR processing to create a softer, more natural photographic look.
CNET Labs data from 115 phones shows that recent devices from Apple, Samsung, and Google now support significantly faster charging, with some reaching over 70% battery in 30 minutes. This shift reduces the necessity of overnight charging for users, provided they utilize power adapters that match their device's maximum supported wattage.
CNET reviewed six continuous glucose monitors, highlighting prescription options like Dexcom G6 and Eversense 365 alongside new over-the-counter models like Stelo and Lingo. The shift toward OTC sensors and predictive alerts expands health data accessibility for non-insulin-dependent users and improves diabetes management through tighter hardware-software integration.
T-Mobile is automatically migrating thousands of legacy subscribers from plans up to 15 years old to its current service lineup. This move reduces internal system complexity by eliminating over 1,100 billing codes, though some users may face price increases of approximately $4 per line.
A CNET comparison of bacon cooking methods found that air fryers outperform stovetops and ovens in speed, cleanliness, and crispiness, cooking strips in approximately 7 minutes at 375Β°F. While capacity is limited in smaller 4-quart models, the reduced cleanup and lack of preheating make it the most efficient consumer hardware option for small batches.
CNET has compiled a guide to 29 under-the-radar series available on Apple TV Plus. The list highlights Apple's unconventional reliance on organic discovery and word-of-mouth over traditional marketing campaigns to grow its streaming audience.
CNET is conducting a user survey throughout June to gather consumer feedback on television performance and brand loyalty for its 2026 People's Picks. This crowdsourced data provides real-world performance insights on picture quality and usability that supplement standard technical specifications for potential buyers.
