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How Roleplaying Can Improve Your ChatGPT Results
CNET· 2025-07-26 12:01
So you asked ChatGPT a question and the answer is not right. Maybe the AI chatbot gave you a bunch of unverified or even made up results. Or maybe it just doesn't make any sense.Here are some tips on how to talk to ChatGPT or any AI. While you can't control the AI itself, you can control how you prompt it. To start off, you want to be brief and clear – the vaguer your prompt is, the vaguer the answer you'll get.So you want to make sure you provide all the necessary contextual information, but keep a narrow ...
Apple's Biggest Product Win Isn't What You Think It Is
CNET· 2025-07-25 12:01
Financial Performance - Apple's service-based revenue reached approximately $2666 billion in the latest earnings report, marking a 12% increase year-over-year [2][3] - Service revenue surpasses the combined revenue from Macs, iPads, wearables, and accessories [3] Subscription and Services Growth - Apple is adding new features to its services without raising prices, offering bundled subscriptions like Apple One [4][5] - Apple One is considered a good value, especially for iPhone users, providing access to multiple services in one plan [5] New Features and Updates - iOS 26 will bring updates to Apple Music, including automix for smoother transitions and language translation for lyrics [7] - Apple TV will allow users to turn their iPhones into handheld microphones for karaoke [8] - Apple Fitness Plus will offer custom workout plans based on user preferences [9] - Apple News Plus is adding puzzles, games, and a food section with recipes and kitchen tips [11] - iCloud Plus now includes Apple Invites for creating and tracking event RSVPs [13] - A new app called Apple Games will highlight games played by friends, potentially driving Apple Arcade subscriptions [13][14] Pricing and Value - The starter plan of Apple One, which includes Apple Arcade and 50 GB of iCloud storage, costs less than subscribing to Apple TV Plus ($10/month) and Apple Music ($11/month) separately [15] - The full Apple subscription bundle with 2 TB of storage costs $38/month and can be shared with a household [16] Customer Retention - Apple's services are crucial for retaining customers within the Apple ecosystem, even if they don't upgrade to new devices [17]
Nothing Phone 3: Still Quirky, But Can It Beat Pixel & iPhone? | All Things Mobile
CNET· 2025-07-24 12:00
Product Assessment - Nothing Phone 3, priced at $799, is the company's most expensive phone to date, featuring a more powerful processor, better cameras, and extended software support [1] - The phone's Glyph Matrix, a small dot matrix display on the back, is considered a fun but limited feature, replacing the regular Glyph lights from previous models [2][3][4][5] - The design includes an off-center telephoto camera and a non-functional semicircle, raising concerns about attention to detail [7][8][9] - Camera performance is generally disappointing, except for its macro mode, which outperforms rivals like the iPhone 16 Pro [10][11][12][13][14] - The phone uses a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 processor, performing similarly to last year's flagships but behind current models [14] Battery and Software - The 5150 mAh battery with silicon carbon technology shows average battery life in testing [16] - The phone runs Android 15 with Nothing's monochrome interface and includes AI tools like Google's Gemini [16][17] - Essential Space, a repository for voice notes and screenshots, is not a unique feature compared to the cheaper Nothing Phone 3a [18][19] - Nothing promises 7 years of software and security updates, ensuring usability until 2032 [19] Market Positioning - The industry views Nothing Phone 3 as not a true flagship, lacking the performance expected at its price point compared to competitors like iPhone 16, Galaxy S25, or Pixel 9 [20][21] - The phone is considered overpriced, needing either better performance or a price reduction of at least $100 to be competitive [22]
Toe-Spacers Can Help You Sleep?
CNET· 2025-07-21 15:12
Do you have any weird habits or tricks that you use to fall asleep at night. A guy I work with wears toe spacers to bed and he swears that it helps his legs feel more comfortable and he wakes up in the middle of the night less. Someone else I work with uses um audio books, fantasy novels to help her fall asleep.One thing you might not know about CNET is that we have several certified sleep coaches on our team. We also have a warehouse in Reno, Nevada, where we test mattresses and other sleep accessories wit ...
Galaxy Z Fold 7 Review: Samsung FINALLY Nailed the Foldable
CNET· 2025-07-21 12:00
Product Features & Design - The Galaxy Z Fold 7 features a 6.5% wider cover screen, providing a more normal phone-like experience [2] - The device is thinner, measuring 8.9% mm thick when closed and 4.2% mm thick when open [2][5] - The main display is 11% bigger than the previous model [6] - Durability is enhanced with Corning Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2 cover and Victus 2 backing, and a 10% stronger aluminum hinge [9] Performance & Battery - The Z Fold 7 maintains a 4,400 mAh battery, lasting about a day and a half with typical usage [11][12] - It supports 25 watt wired charging, reaching 42% in 30 minutes and a full charge in 1 hour and 30 minutes [12] - Powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite chip, ensuring smooth performance across various tasks [19] Camera Capabilities - The device features a 200 megapixel wide, 12 megapixel ultrawide, and 10 megapixel telephoto camera, along with 10 megapixel selfie cameras on both displays [13] - AI features enhance photo quality, especially in low-light conditions, and include an audio eraser for video editing [14][15] Pricing & Availability - The Galaxy Z Fold 7 starts at $2,000 for 256 GB, $2,120 for 512 GB, and $2,420 for 1 TB [19] - Available in black, blue, silver, and an online exclusive mint color [20]
How to Install a Starlink Satellite Dish on Your Home
CNET· 2025-07-19 12:00
Installation Preparation - The Starlink residential package is intended for areas where broadband internet is insufficient, requiring users to download the Starlink app to identify optimal satellite dish placement with minimal obstructions [1][6][7][8] - Essential tools for setup include a drill, socket wrench, marker, and roof sealant; a friend's assistance is highly recommended for safety and ease [4][5] - The Starlink kit includes the satellite dish, cable, AC cable, power supply, and router [4] Installation Process - Mounting the Starlink dish involves finding a stud on the roof to ensure secure attachment, marking hole placements, and drilling [14][15] - The pivot mount should be placed with the arrow facing upward, aligning holes with the stud [15] - After drilling holes, adhesive strips are provided for weatherproofing, though their effectiveness is questionable [17][18] - The Starlink cable, approximately 50 ft (around 15 meters), may require a 150 ft extension cable for complex setups [12] Post-Installation & Performance - After physically mounting the dish, the Starlink app is used to configure the dish alignment [19] - Despite potential challenges in setup and alignment, Starlink internet is recommended for areas with poor broadband options [20][21]
How This Spaceship-Shaped Station Will Revolutionize Arctic Exploration
CNET· 2025-07-19 09:01
Though it may look more like a flying saucer than a ship, this polar station promises to allow scientists to study the Arctic in a way that hasn't been possible before. The central Arctic is warming four times faster than anywhere else on our planet. And yet we don't really have satellites that cover the higher Arctic.The ice cap is unstable because of climate change. It's not as thick as it used to be. And so you can't just build an ice camp on top of it and drift with it, as the Russians and the Canadians ...
Unboxing Meta’s Oakley HSTN Smart Glasses
CNET· 2025-07-18 14:54
Product Overview - Oakley Meta HSTN 是一款新的 AI 眼镜产品线,加入了 Meta Ray-Bans 系列 [1] - 该产品在设计和价格上有所改进,限量版售价 500 美元 [1] Market Positioning - 该产品定位为智能眼镜,与 Meta Ray-Ban 竞争 [1]
The Foldable iPhone is Coming… with Samsung Parts?! | One More Thing
CNET· 2025-07-18 12:00
Product Development & Design - Apple is reportedly developing a folding iPhone, potentially launching in 2026 [1][4] - The folding iPhone is speculated to have a book-style design with a 7.8-8 inch crease-free inner display and a 5.5 inch outer display [4] - The device might feature Touch ID as a side button due to the challenges of incorporating Face ID into a thinner design [5] - The folding iPhone could incorporate self-healing screen technology to repair scratches [3] Cost & Market Positioning - The estimated cost of the folding iPhone is between $2,000 and $2,500, potentially making it the most expensive iPhone [5] Component Suppliers & Technology - Samsung Display is expected to supply the folding screen for the iPhone [2][9][10] - New laser drilling techniques may be used in the hinge design, potentially increasing the phone's cost [10] Technical Specifications - The folded iPhone is predicted to be around 9 millimeters thick [6] - The device is expected to have a dual-lens camera on the back, a single front camera when closed, and another single lens inside when open [6] - The folding iPhone is expected to have the same battery as the rumored ultra-thin iPhone 17 [7]
Switch 2 vs. Steam Deck: Battle of the Handhelds
CNET· 2025-07-17 12:01
Gaming Console Comparison: Key Considerations - The gaming industry focuses on game library as a crucial factor when comparing handheld consoles [2] - Industry analysis reveals the Switch 2 offers access to Nintendo's exclusive titles, while the Steam Deck provides a larger, more diverse gaming library [2][4][6] - The Steam Deck supports cloud-based gaming platforms and remote play, expanding its gaming options [6] Hardware and Design - The Switch 2 features a 79% in LCD display with 1080p resolution at 120 Hz, while the Steam Deck OLED has a 74% in OLED screen with 1280x800 resolution at 60 or 90 Hz [9] - The Switch 2 is lighter (534 g) and more compact than the Steam Deck OLED (640 g), enhancing portability [11] - The Steam Deck's ergonomic design and built-in back buttons offer a more comfortable gaming experience [13] Pricing and Storage - The Steam Deck offers multiple configurations, starting with a $400 LCD model (256 GB), and OLED models at $550 (512 GB) and $650 (1 TB) [15] - The Switch 2 has a single option: 256 GB internal storage with an LCD screen for $450 [15] - Both consoles support micro SD card expansion, but the Switch 2 requires pricier Micro SD Express cards [16] Battery Life and Accessories - The Switch 2 has a 5,220 mAh battery, offering 2 to 65 hours of gaming, while the Steam Deck OLED has a larger 6,470 mAh battery, lasting 3 to 12 hours [14] - The Switch 2 includes a dock for TV connectivity, while the Steam Deck requires separate purchase of cables or accessories [10] - The Steam Deck includes a carrying case, whereas the Switch 2 does not [13][14]