I spent a month using an Apple Watch band dupe from WITHit, and it's made me realize why Apple's bands are expensive.

Western Digital say its HDD supply for 2026 is fully booked as enterprise AI demand drives scarcity and potential price increases.

The Vari Ergo has everything I look for in an electric standing desk, including excellent stability thanks to its sturdy, well-built desktop.

Apple's Mac mini and the Mac Studio now have very long lead times for delivery.

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Battlefield Studios producer Phil Girette and associate producer Kit Eklof believe Battlefield 6 Season 2 is the "strongest" season yet that will bring back the "die hard" fans.

Researchers uncovered vulnerabilities in cloud-based password managers spanning recovery, encryption, sharing, and backwards compatibility.

HBO appears to be teasing that a big announcement about House of the Dragon season 3 is on the way.

Here's how you can watch Zootopia 2 online and from anywhere in the world. It's currently available to buy/rent and will soon land on Disney+ worldwide.

The Ninja Foodi Max drops to its lowest price since Black Friday at Amazon.

La Liga's war on piracy has escalated significantly, with a Spanish court ruling that NordVPN and Proton VPN need to block IP addresses transmitting illegal football streams. Here's all we know.

Battlefield 6 Season 2 has officially begun, and it's brought back of the divisive toxic gas from Battlefield 1. However this gas will act much differently and offer new tactical ways to play.

The Philips OLED910 promises flagship performance but for cheaper than its rivals – can it deliver?

Oracle acknowledges community concerns over MySQL, and has promised to be more open and collaborative going forward.

From Alan Turing’s early thought experiments to the Dartmouth project that coined the term, the origins of artificial intelligence is a fascinating story.

All the ways to watch Benfica vs Real Madrid live streams for free, with Jose Mourinho out to haunt his old side in this UCL knockout phase playoff 1st leg.

We talk about some of the biggest additions in the new season of Battlefield 6 with its developers at Battlefield Studios.

The Tineco wet dry vacuum combo has changed the way I clean my floors, making it my favorite appliance of 2026—and it's currently on sale at Amazon.

Looking for an advanced video editor, or at least something affordable which is better than what came bundled with your Windows computer? Then Ashampoo’s Movie Studio Pro might have the tools you’re looking for.

Meta submitted a patent for using AI to recreate the posting activities of the deceased, and I have concerns.

An immensely popular Russian game show that pushes athletes and fitness influencers to their limits and beyond, here's how to watch Titans online for free.

Locally deployed AI agents hold plenty of secrets, and hackers would love to get their hands on them.

The Groov-e Thunder is affordable and many will appreciate its RGB lighting, but muddy audio and a plasticky build hold it back.

Microsoft's gaming service was having some issues

Acer’s Aspire 14 AI Copilot+ PC comes with an Intel Core Ultra 5 processor, 16GB RAM, and a 512GB SSD in a compact 14-inch design.

The Ugreen NASync DXP4800 is a fast, flexible storage upgrade for just $468 — a great deal for anyone building a reliable home or small-office NAS.

The Alienware AW3423DWF is one of the most impressive ultrawide curved QD-OLED monitors you can buy, and it’s $200 off right now.

Jia Zhangke’s AI short challenges the idea that Hollywood is finished because of the Tom Cruise and Brad Pitt clip created by Seedance 2.0

The Blackview Oscal Tank 1 is a heavyweight rugged design ideal for those who need extended battery life.

Communications compliance in 2026 means business enablement, and scaling oversight alongside the platforms under scrutiny.

With excellent noise canceling, the QuietComfort Ultra 2 would love to join you on your next long-haul flight.

Security experts have urged people to be cautious with the viral agentic AI tool, known for being highly capable but also wildly unpredictable.

After Swedish curler Oskar Eriksson accused Canadian vice-skip Marc Kennedy of cheating last week, everyone has become an expert in curling rules. They’re missing the point.

Forum members have discussed their discomfort with mass deportation efforts, debate how federal agents have interacted with civilians, and complain about their working conditions.

Most scanning apps try to get you to buy a cloud storage subscription or pay for extras. Not FairScan, which is free and open-source, and has some powerful features.

As patients and employers look for alternatives to pricey GLP-1 drugs, Silicon Valley startup Twin Health is using AI and wearable sensors to help people make healthier choices.

The residents of Potters Bar are working to protect the “greenbelt” of farms, forests, and meadows that surround London from the endless demand for AI infrastructure.

The Saatva Memory Foam Hybrid has been chosen for Olympians. Could it be the one for you, too?

I review laptops for a living, and it kills me when I see the PCs that Amazon and other retailers filter to the top.

Fears over a drug cartel drone over Texas sparked a recent airspace shutdown in El Paso and New Mexico, highlighting just how tricky it can be to deploy anti-drone weapons near cities.

In light of Zoom crackdowns and Skype shutting down, Batemates has emerged as an alternative for “bators” who like masturbating together online.

Sony’s new LinkBuds Clip serve up solid performance, but I’d wait until they’re on sale.

In hacker spaces and at their homes, creative protesters are laser-cutting and 3D-printing tools to resist an occupation.

You can never truly empty a box. Why? Zero-point energy.

From flagship and budget to flipping and folding, Samsung’s Galaxy range spans the breadth of the smartphone cosmos. WIRED’s here to help you make your choice.

Beyond mistakes or nonsense, deliberately bad information being injected into AI search summaries is leading people down potentially harmful paths.

Windows laptops have never been so good, and they're only going to get better as we move through 2026.

This FDA-cleared red-light helmet helps spur hair growth and is Bluetooth-enabled with a comfortable design. But don’t expect results overnight.

Bobsledders rely a lot on specialized equipment to perform well and stay safe during the "Formula 1 of ice.” Here’s a quick guide.

Should you splurge on the new Series 11, or will the SE 3 do? Let us help you figure out which version to get (and which to avoid).

Could Apple unveil new MacBooks next month? We expect to see M5 chip updates soon with a budget MacBook and OLED MacBook Pros to follow later in the year.

While last year's Pixel 9A went on sale in April, the latest in Google's cheaper A series will launch on Wednesday.

A lawsuit by radio host David Greene alleges that Google used his voice to train its AI. Google denies the allegation.

Pinterest is giving some settings for you to control AI slop. Here's where to find them.

A prototype that uses an "infinity mirror" has been built by Penn State researchers.

Claude Sonnet 4.6, released Tuesday, can apparently fill out multistep web forms and use several browser tabs.

Read on for how to tune into the hit show starring Kaitlin Olson on ABC and Hulu.

We saw a first-of-its-kind countertop with built-in induction burners at KBIS. The kitchen tech left us with more questions than answers.

It's an all-Ligue 1 clash at the Stade Louis II on the Côte d'Azur.

It's possible to shorten the duration of a cold. You just have to take the right vitamins and supplements.

3D printing isn't just a hobby for me. I've been using it to make useful tools and accessories around my home for years. Here's how.

Here's what we know about Unpacked's official date, where the Galaxy S26 series will be unveiled and what else could be coming.

Good eye health starts with a healthy diet.

Want to skip the lengthy cooking time for that dish? Here's how to convert it into a fast and friendly air fryer recipe.

Samsung's lower-cost Galaxy phone hits all the right check boxes, but it's easily overwhelmed when multitasking.

Half of social media users said they want better labels on AI-generated and edited posts.

CNET's experts have tested dozens of popular electric kettles to find the best for making your favorite hot beverage.

Make sure your kitchen is well stocked with these tools to keep your health in top form this year.

Follow CNET for all the latest updates and news about all the home tech on display from newcomers and major industry players.

Nothing promises the Phone 4A will have a "bold new experimentation of color." We think we might know what that means.

We did the math: Here's how much a new fridge model can save you over one that's a decade old.

Here are the answers for The New York Times Mini Crossword for Feb. 17.

Can José Mourinho pull off another shock win over his old club?

Here are hints and the answers for the NYT Connections: Sports Edition puzzle for Feb. 17, No. 512.

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The conduct of powerful nations is causing knock-on effects in the cyber world as long-standing security frameworks appear increasingly precarious

Tussell Tech200 finds big growth in IT supplier revenue in defence and education, with gains for suppliers in IT services and digital transformation

How the sustainability practice enables BT to move on ‘tough topic’ targets that increase innovation, efficiency and success across its product portfolio

Labour proposals to restrict social media use to people aged 16 and under could have unintended consequences for businesses using virtual private networks

The US government is incorporating social media vetting as part of its border control policy, leading to concerns about what data will be collected and how it will be protected

Think about sustainability as a product in itself, urges the company’s legal and corporate sustainability leader

Growing reliance on artificial intelligence is encroaching into the stock market, finds research

BCS Consultancy survey finds demand for datacentres is growing apace, but power constraints and skills shortages are hampering delivery and operations

Banks prepare to discuss a new payments infrastructure that would remove heavy reliance on US firms

When it comes to the environmental impacts of AI, should big tech firms or enterprises, and their IT departments, be expected to “do their bit” to limit the potential environmental fallout of the technology's growing usage?

Are negotiated software renewal fees binding? Dell is arguing that this provision in Tesco’s VMware 2021 contract amounts to a commitment

UK government says half of all small businesses have been cyber breached in the recent past as it urges them to ‘lock the door’

Microsoft Azure provided ‘the bulk’ of provision when Unilever went all-in on cloud in 2023, but now Google will be the ‘destination’ for the multinational’s cloud and data platform

British Transport Police will deploy facial recognition for six months despite calls for the government to halt its rapid expansion of the technology

Sustainability initiatives continue to drive competitive advantage in addition to cutting costs, reveals Kyle Myers of colocation giant CyrusOne

The fallout from the Post Office scandal is a recurring theme of reporting for Computer Weekly, and in this week’s ezine, we find out how the organisation’s efforts to address the shortcomings of its Horizon software have resulted in it being hit with a multimillion-pound IR35-related tax bill. We...

An inquest heard that there were major issues with the system used by the Police Service of Northern Ireland to record information reported by the public

Capgemini’s chief innovation officer says the 2025 rise and deployment of artificial intelligence agents put enterprise AI progress on hold, but laid the ground for acceleration to come

With a varied IT leadership career across healthcare, retail and central government, property development brought fresh challenges for the CIO – and a chance to share his experience in an industry not renowned for digital transformation

When it comes to the environmental impacts of AI, should big tech firms or enterprises, and their IT departments, be expected to “do their bit” to limit the potential environmental fallout of the technology's growing usage?