Originally hailing from Troy, Ohio, Ry Crist is a writer, a text-based adventure connoisseur, a lover of terrible movies and an enthusiastic yet mediocre cook. A CNET editor from 2013 to 2024, Ry's ...

The next generation of Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi 8, is currently being developed behind closed doors. This time, the emphasis isn’t on pure speed, but instead on improving the user experience. Wi-Fi 8, known right ...

Imagine never having to fumble with a charging cable again. That's the magic of a wireless charger. Not only does going wireless clear up your space and make charging as simple as setting your phone ...

Wireless earbuds have become the go-to choice for listening on the move. Whether you’re at the gym, commuting or relaxing at home, the best wireless earbuds give you comfort, freedom and solid sound ...

Digital media use—mobile phone, computer, internet, and social media—at nighttime or near bedtime is associated with shorter sleep duration and poorer sleep quality, and it can be especially damaging ...

Active noise cancellation is an increasingly common feature of wire-free earphones. If you want to block out the world around you, check out the best noise-cancelling wireless earbuds we've tested.

Update December 30, 2025: Google is adding AI-enhanced audio and RCS web messaging to Google Fi Wireless. RCS web messaging should have been there the whole time, but it’s good to see it finally make ...