CNET News Digest
Daily News • Wednesday, 28 January 2026
Best Standing Desks of 2026
Raise your expectations and your desk height with the best standing desks you can get today.
3 Warnings Before You Bring Markiplier’s Incredibly Cursed Bucket to Theaters for Free Popcorn
This Iron Lung popcorn bucket will certainly turn heads, but if you plan to take it to theaters for free popcorn, be careful.
Google Gives Chrome an AI Side Panel and Lets Gemini Browse for You
The update also includes Nano Banana image tools and deeper integrations with Google apps like Gmail, Calendar, Maps and Flights.
Champions League Soccer: Livestream Napoli vs. Chelsea From Anywhere
Antonio Conte needs a win against his former club at the Diego Armando Maradona Stadium.
Apple Creator Studio Launches Today. Here’s Everything You Get for $13 a Month
The subscription service bundles Final Cut Pro and other Studio tools with premium versions of Pages, Numbers and Keynote.
The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold’s Nearly $3,000 Price Might Unfold Your Whole Wallet
This double-folding phone will be the most expensive mainstream handset released in the US.
Measles Cases Soar in South Carolina. Do You Need a Measles Booster?
The outbreak of measles in South Carolina has eclipsed the number of cases from last year’s surge in Texas.
Best Dentist-Approved Whitening Toothpaste for Sensitive Teeth in 2026
Dentists recommend the picks to help you brighten your smile this winter.
I’ve Loved TikTok for 6 Years. But the US App Lost Its Secret Sauce
Commentary: With new US ownership, the magic of TikTok’s algorithm appears to have run out. And so has my interest.
Snap Is Spinning Out Its Specs AR Glasses Business
The subsidiary, Specs Inc., will work on products that build on the company’s mixed-reality Spectacles.
Champions League Soccer: Livestream Barcelona vs. Copenhagen Live From Anywhere
The Blaugrana need a win to seal automatic qualification to the last 16.
Champions League Soccer: Livestream Benfica vs. Real Madrid Live From Anywhere
José Mourinho needs a win against his old club as the Eagles host Los Blancos.
HP OmniBook 5 14 Review: You Won’t Believe How Long This Snapdragon X Laptop Runs
Record-setting battery life is only part of its charm. It also has a pleasing design, OLED display and ample RAM and storage — all at an affordable price.
Need a Spine-Chilling Sci-Fi Horror Flick? Try This Cult Classic Streaming Free on Tubi
In deep space, there’s nowhere to run. When a ship mechanic awakens to a colony ship where things have gone very wrong, his only options are to fight back… or die.
How We Test Computers
Laptops, desktops, all-in-ones and two-in-ones: This is how we benchmark and rate these products.
How CNET Tests Robot Vacuums
CNET has been testing robot vacuums for decades, but we’re always refining our testing procedures. Here’s the process we use to evaluate robot vacuums for cleaning, navigation, obstacle avoidance, noise levels and more.
Best Laptops of 2026: Top Picks Tested by CNET
These are the best laptops my colleagues and I have reviewed, from basic models to high-powered gaming systems and everything in between.
Best 7 TVs I’ve Tested in January 2026
These are the best TVs I’ve reviewed for every budget, including top brands such as LG, Samsung and TCL.
Best Robot Vacuums: Our Latest Lab-Tested Robovacs Are Award Winners
Fresh off CES, we’ve tested a new batch of robot vacuums and ranked them on pickup power, navigation, obstacle avoidance and more. Here are our best picks for 2026. Two of them earned a CNET Lab Award.
Deleting Data Just Got Easier for Californians, but It’s Just One Piece of the Larger Cybersecurity Puzzle
The newly launched DROP portal could be a game-changer for Californians’ privacy, even though it’s not a replacement for a holistic cybersecurity approach.
The 4 Best Chest Strap Heart-Rate Monitors for Your 2026 Workouts, Approved by Fitness Experts
These monitors are comfortable to wear and accurately track your heart rate during workouts.
‘Ted Lasso’ Is Returning to Apple TV: When Will Season 4 Premiere?
Everyone’s favorite soccer coach is back in time for the World Cup. And this time, he’s leading a women’s team.
Consider Cutting Back on These 10 Foods for a Clean, Well-Rounded Diet
Consuming certain foods in moderation is key to healthy living.
Motorola’s Moto Watch Feels Like a Steal at $150
With Polar-level fitness cred and week-long battery life, the most head-turning feature is its price.
55 of the Best TV Shows on Netflix That Will Keep You Entertained
Yes, you should absolutely marathon them.