CNET News Digest
Daily News • Wednesday, 4 February 2026
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.
Blender, Food Processor and Stand Mixer: What’s the Difference and Do You Need All 3?
If you’re deciding to mix things up with new small appliances, here’s the difference between these kitchen cousins.
Today’s NYT Mini Crossword Answers for Wednesday, Feb. 4
Here are the answers for The New York Times Mini Crossword for Feb. 4
My Experience With United’s Starlink Service: How All In-Flight Wi-Fi Should Be
No need to load up devices with movies on long flights. You can stream them — and even live events — on Starlink-equipped United flights.
‘Fallout’ Season 2 Ending Explained: Dissecting the Biggest Moments From the Finale
The season 2 finale of Fallout was filled with revelations regarding the state of the Wasteland and how it came to be. More questions remain unanswered as war looms on the horizon.
Dyson’s Thinnest and Lightest Cordless Vacuum Ever Is Finally Ready to Buy in the US
The Dyson PencilVac doesn’t cost as much as you might expect.
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 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.
If You’re Attending a Protest, Here’s How to Be Smart With Your Phone
Digital surveillance of your phone data poses a significant risk in any setting, particularly during demonstrations.
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.
Liene’s PixiCut S1 Is a Very Cool Sticker Printer Looking for an Audience
Armed with your own creativity and this $300 sticker printer, you can bring joy to everyone around you. But if you’re looking to start a small craft business, is it right for you?
Mozilla Adds Option to Disable New AI Features Coming to Firefox Browser
Mozilla says the new version will be available on desktop-only on Feb. 24.
Best MacBooks We’ve Tested (February 2026)
MacBook Air or MacBook Pro? M4 or M5? Is the older M1 Air still worth it? You have MacBook questions, and CNET’s laptop experts have the answers.
I’ve Tried Dozens of Cordless Vacuums — Dyson’s PencilVac Is the Sleekest Yet
Dyson’s PencilVac is so thin and light that it feels more like a broom than a cordless vacuum. Here’s how using it went.
Super Bowl LX: Here Are the AI-Related Ads Coming to the Big Game
Freaky robots get their drink on, a furniture designer turns to AI for a website, and more.
French Police Search X Offices in Paris as UK Launches Investigation Into Grok
Prosecutors in Paris also order Elon Musk to appear for questioning in April as part of a year-long investigation.
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.
Spain Follows Australia in Banning Children From Social Media. Crackdown Could Begin Next Week
The new law will ban anyone younger than 16 from using social media apps in Spain.
‘High Potential’ Hulu Release Schedule: How to Watch Season 2, Episode 12
Here’s how to tune into the hit show starring Kaitlin Olson.
When AI Bots Form Their Own Social Network: Inside Moltbook’s Wild Start
On Moltbook, bots have formed communities, invented their own inside jokes, cultural references and even formed a parody religion. Or have they?
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.
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.
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.