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31 May 2025 04:04

Elden Ring Nightreign: How to Find More Healing Flasks Fast
https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/elden-ring-nightreign-how-to-find-more-healing-flasks-fast/#ftag=CADf328eec

Finding churches where a Statue of Marika is located should be among the first stops when starting a run.

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31 May 2025 00:00

AI-Powered Closed Captions Could Open Up New Possibilities – and Pitfalls
https://www.cnet.com/tech/home-entertainment/ai-powered-closed-captions-could-open-up-new-possibilities-and-pitfalls/#ftag=CADf328eec

Hollywood studios and tech companies are tapping AI to automate captioning. It's faster and cheaper, but viewers could pay the price if accessibility isn't prioritized.

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30 May 2025 20:47

Have an Xbox? You Can Play Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 for Free This Weekend
https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/have-an-xbox-you-can-play-call-of-duty-black-ops-6-for-free-this-weekend/#ftag=CADf328eec

Everyone with an Xbox can also play The Division 2 from now until June 3 at no charge.

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30 May 2025 20:45

Elden Ring Nightreign Patch 1.02 Aims to Fix Brutal Solo Difficulty
https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/elden-ring-nightreign-patch-1-02-aims-to-fix-brutal-solo-difficulty/#ftag=CADf328eec

Two big changes could make it easier to take FromSoftware's new game on by yourself.

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30 May 2025 20:43

McAfee Antivirus Review 2025: Longstanding CNET Pick Still Impresses Me at Every Turn
https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/mcafee-antivirus-review/#ftag=CADf328eec

I performed deep analysis and hands-on testing of McAfee’s antivirus and other security tools. Here’s what I learned.

Tech Wire

30 May 2025 15:10

I Watch a Lot of Sci-Fi, and This Mind-Altering Adult Swim Show Is One of the Year's Best
https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/i-watch-a-lot-of-sci-fi-and-this-mind-altering-adult-swim-show-is-one-of-the-years-best/#ftag=CADf328eec

Commentary: This profound animated conspiracy thriller is hilarious, haunting and about as close as we've gotten to The X-Files in a while.

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30 May 2025 14:45

Learn how this amazing partnership integrates innovative technologies to enhance Italy's digital landscape and support the evolution of self-driving cars.
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30 May 2025 13:58

I've Tried Many VPNs That Struggle With Streaming, but This One Lets Me Stream Comfort Content With Zero Hiccups
https://www.cnet.com/deals/ive-tried-many-vpns-that-struggle-with-streaming-but-this-one-lets-me-stream-comfort-content-with-zero-hiccups/#ftag=CADf328eec

I’ve been testing VPNs for over a decade, and ExpressVPN is hands-down the easiest to use and the best for streaming in my experience.

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30 May 2025 11:54

Refi Rates Are Easing for Homeowners: Today's Refinance Rates, May 30, 2025
https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/mortgages/refi-rates-are-easing-for-homeowners-todays-refinance-rates-may-30-2025/#ftag=CADf328eec

Multiple benchmark refinance rates have moved down. Refinancing makes sense if you can get a lower interest rate on your home loan.

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30 May 2025 04:10

This Pizza Steel Takes My Pizza to the Next Level
https://www.cnet.com/deals/this-pizza-steel-takes-my-pizza-to-the-next-level/#ftag=CADf328eec

The HexClad Pizza Steel has changed my weekly pizza nights.

Tech Wire

30 May 2025 03:07

Can the Steam Deck Run Elden Ring Nightreign?
https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/can-the-steam-deck-run-elden-ring-nightreign/#ftag=CADf328eec

Playing FromSoftware's new multiplayer game might be a little challenging with Valve's portable console.

Tech Wire

30 May 2025 01:31

Blue Origin's Next Space Launch Is Saturday: Here's How to Stream and What to Know
https://www.cnet.com/science/space/blue-origins-next-space-launch-is-saturday-may-31-heres-how-to-stream-and-what-to-know/#ftag=CADf328eec

NS-32 marks the 32nd mission for Blue Origin and the 12th human flight for the New Shepard program.

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30 May 2025 01:29

How to Watch Tonight's New York Knicks vs. Indiana Pacers Game 5 for Free
https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/how-to-watch-tonights-new-york-knicks-vs-indiana-pacers-game-5-for-free/#ftag=CADf328eec

You can catch the NBA playoffs on the YouTube livestream.

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30 May 2025 01:27

Amazon Launches a Powerful, Affordable New Blink Video Doorbell, but There's a Catch
https://www.cnet.com/home/smart-home/amazon-launches-a-powerful-new-affordable-blink-video-doorbell-but-theres-a-catch/#ftag=CADf328eec

The new doorbell comes with a handful of new features -- and a catch that might make it a nonstarter for some people.

Tech Wire

30 May 2025 01:25

Today's NYT Strands Hints, Answers and Help for May 30, #453
https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-strands-hints-answers-and-help-for-may-30-453/#ftag=CADf328eec

Here are hints and answers for the NYT Strands puzzle No. 453 for May 30.

Tech Wire

31 May 2025 00:01

Today's Wordle Hints, Answer and Help for May 31, #1442
https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-wordle-hints-answer-and-help-for-may-31-1442/#ftag=CADf328eec

Here are hints -- and the answer -- for today's Wordle No. 1,442 for May 31.

Tech Wire

30 May 2025 20:48

You Can Now Stream All of Taylor Swift's Original Recordings Again Guilt Free
https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/you-can-now-stream-all-of-taylor-swifts-original-recordings-again-guilt-free/#ftag=CADf328eec

The Grammy-winning singer-songwriter has gained ownership of her masters. Time to celebrate baby Tay's country twang.

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30 May 2025 20:46

I Love This Hidden Camera Trick on the Galaxy S25 Ultra
https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/i-love-this-hidden-camera-trick-on-the-galaxy-s25-ultra/#ftag=CADf328eec

Here's how you can create beautiful custom photo filters on almost any recent Samsung phone.

Tech Wire

30 May 2025 20:44

As Trump Moves Tariff Pieces Around the Board, Tabletop Games Face Calamity
https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/as-trump-moves-tariff-pieces-around-the-board-tabletop-games-face-calamity/#ftag=CADf328eec

Unique needs for plastic parts have kept board game production in China -- and publishers are already folding from being locked out of the market.

Tech Wire

30 May 2025 20:42

Elden Ring Nightreign: How to Unlock the Secret Nightfarer Characters
https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/elden-ring-nightreign-how-to-unlock-the-secret-nightfarer-characters/#ftag=CADf328eec

You can unlock the Duchess and the Revenant Nightfarers before you defeat a single expedition boss, so long as you know what you're doing.

Tech Wire

30 May 2025 15:09

Want to Buy a New iPhone? Now's Not the Time, and Here's Why
https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/want-to-buy-a-new-iphone-nows-not-the-time-and-heres-why/#ftag=CADf328eec

Some things are worth waiting for -- like Apple's latest smartphone, which is expected to debut in the coming months.

Tech Wire

30 May 2025 14:45

Cisco CDA is collaborating with Politecnico di Milano to develop autonomous driving vehicles
https://newsroom.cisco.com/c/r/newsroom/en/us/a/y2025/m05/cisco-cda-is-collaborating-with-politecnico-di-milano-to-develop-autonomous-driving-vehicles.html?source=rss

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30 May 2025 11:55

Homebuyers See Lower Mortgage Rates: Current Mortgage Interest Rates on May 30, 2025
https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/mortgages/homebuyers-see-lower-mortgage-rates-current-mortgage-interest-rates-on-may-30-2025/#ftag=CADf328eec

A couple of important mortgage rates are seeing dips. Here's what to know if you're in the market for a home loan.

Tech Wire

30 May 2025 10:10

Today's NYT Mini Crossword Answers for Friday, May 30
https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-mini-crossword-answers-for-friday-may-30/#ftag=CADf328eec

Here are the answers for The New York Times Mini Crossword for May 30.

Tech Wire

30 May 2025 03:08

Google Photos Is Getting an Editor Overhaul and New Sharing Features for Its 10th Birthday
https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/google-photos-is-getting-an-editor-overhaul-and-new-sharing-features-for-its-10th-birthday/#ftag=CADf328eec

Google announces a photo editor redesign coming to both Android and iOS.

Tech Wire

30 May 2025 01:32

Expect Record-Breaking Global Heat in Next 5 Years, Study Says
https://www.cnet.com/science/climate/expect-record-breaking-global-heat-in-next-five-years-study-says/#ftag=CADf328eec

The World Meteorological Organization predicts that last year's record-setting temperatures have an 80% chance of happening again within the next five years.

Tech Wire

30 May 2025 01:30

Thousands of Asus Routers Have Been Hijacked, But I Wouldn’t Panic Just Yet
https://www.cnet.com/home/internet/thousands-of-asus-routers-have-been-hijacked-but-i-wouldnt-panic-just-yet/#ftag=CADf328eec

The affected routers are potentially laying the groundwork for a botnet to be used in the future.

Tech Wire

30 May 2025 01:28

The Time It Takes to Beat Video Games Has Increased by 61%: These Games Take Longest
https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/the-time-it-takes-to-beat-video-games-has-increased-by-61-these-games-take-longest/#ftag=CADf328eec

But come on, is that the point? Who plays Animal Crossing: New Horizons in order to "beat" it?

Tech Wire

30 May 2025 01:26

Today's Wordle Hints, Answer and Help for May 30, #1441
https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-wordle-hints-answer-and-help-for-may-30-1441/#ftag=CADf328eec

Here are hints and the answer for today's Wordle No. 1,441 for May 30.

Tech Wire

30 May 2025 01:24

Today's NYT Connections Hints, Answers and Help for May 30, #719
https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-connections-hints-answers-and-help-for-may-30-719/#ftag=CADf328eec

Hints and answers for Connections for May 30, #719.