CNET News Digest
Daily News • Tuesday, 3 February 2026
The $500 Check That Kickstarted Apple Just Sold for $2.4 Million. Take a Look
Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak signed the check 50 years ago, just weeks before Apple was founded.
HBO Max: The 26 Absolute Best Movies to Watch
Here are some highly rated films to check out, plus a look at what’s new in February.
Today’s NYT Connections Hints, Answers and Help for Feb. 4, #969
Here are some hints and the answers for the NYT Connections puzzle for Feb. 4 #969.
Today’s Wordle Hints, Answer and Help for Feb. 4, #1691
Here are hints and the answer for today’s Wordle for Feb. 4, No. 1,691.
Today’s NYT Strands Hints, Answers and Help for Feb. 4 #703
Here are hints and answers for the NYT Strands puzzle for Feb. 4, No. 703.
Today’s NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints and Answers for Feb. 4, #499
Here are hints and the answers for the NYT Connections: Sports Edition puzzle for Feb. 4, No. 499.
Free Movies Coming in February 2026 to Tubi, Pluto TV and More
Cult classics and romantic comedies abound this month, and you can watch them all for free.
Elon Musk’s SpaceX Is Acquiring xAI With Big Plans for Data Centers in Space
The massive merger is part of a plan to power “space-based AI,” according to Musk.
iPhone Fold: Launch Date, Price, Huge Battery and Everything We Know
Apple might release its long-rumored first foldable phone in 2026, and the rumors continue to reveal potential hardware capabilities.
Winter Olympics 2026: How to Watch the Games Without Cable
Get set for two weeks of Olympic action across snow, ice, and mountain peaks, all in 4K.
Best Sports Streaming Service for 2026
The top sports streaming services for you depend on your favorite sports. We’ve analyzed the options, covering everything from the NFL and NBA to soccer and UFC.
Google Pixel 10A Rumors: Everything We Know So Far
While last year’s Pixel 9A went on sale in April, the latest in Google’s cheaper A series may be coming much sooner.
An Expert Explains Why You Can Stop Worrying About How Much Protein You’re Eating
Protein is essential, but it shouldn’t be your only focus. A balanced diet requires other nutrients. Here’s what you need to know.
These 5 Vital Minerals and Vitamins Will Keep Your Heart Functioning and Healthy
If you’re looking for heart health supplements, these are the ones to take.
Darren Aronofsky, Your AI Slop Is Ruining American History in ‘On This Day…1776’
Commentary: The high-profile Hollywood director created a studio dedicated to creating a “new cinematic grammar” built around AI. This is not a good start.
Watch These Super Bowl 2026 Ads Before the Big Game
Uber Eats pits Bradley Cooper against Matthew McConaughey, and AI robots can’t hold their liquor.
New AI Assistant OpenClaw Acts Like Your Digital Servant, but Experts Warn of Security Risks
Whether it’s called Clawdbot, Moltbot or OpenClaw, this AI assistant is taking the tech world by storm.
I Bought the Galaxy Z TriFold for Over $3,000. Follow Along as I Test It (Live Updates)
Samsung’s buzzed-about new phone was tricky to get my hands on, but I’m excited to use it. Here are my ongoing observations.
I Stuck My Face Into Nintendo’s New Virtual Boy and Felt Oddly Comforted
This bulky, bizarre accessory for your Switch isn’t exactly VR, but it is a lot more fun than I expected.
You Can Watch All the ‘Mission: Impossible’ Movies on One Convenient App. Here’s How
Your mission, if you choose to accept it, is to stream all the Mission: Impossible movies. Here’s where to watch each film.
Best Ring Video Doorbells of 2026: All the Latest Ring Featuers
Ring from Amazon offers a bewildering number of advanced doorbell models: Here are the picks worth your time.
Nintendo’s Annoying Talking Flower Actually Out-Talked Me (and That’s Saying Something)
This silly $35 toy, available March 12, can dish snark, tell time and play music, but its conversations are strictly one-way.
Career Chefs Reveal the 8 Most Underrated Tools in Their Kitchens
How many of these chef-approved kitchen tools are you missing?
Every iPhone 17E Rumor and Leak So Far: Dynamic Island, MagSafe and More
Apple’s reportedly releasing a lower-priced iPhone 17, and it might offer notable improvements over last year’s iPhone 16E.
These Are the 5 Best 55-Inch TVs in 2026
The best 55-inch TVs give you the most bang for your buck and are perfect for a smaller room or as a gaming TV. See our top picks from Samsung, Roku and more.