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Let's face it, mobile phones , even the best ones, just aren't that exciting anymore. They're all way more powerful than we really need, they all have nifty multi-lens cameras and they all look essentially the same. I really hoped that folding phones would give a much needed shot of adrenaline to the industry, but well over a year on from their arrival, they've fizzled out like a damp firework and left me feeling disappointed. I've worked for CNET for a decade and most of that time I've specifically covered mobile phones. I've seen a lot come and go. I've seen the rise and fall of BlackBerry , I've seen weird phone ideas like the Russian Yotaphone with its e-ink second screen and I saw the brief trend of curved phones like the LG G4 and Samsung's Galaxy Round . But in recent years it's seemed that genuine innovation has been put aside, with every company clamoring to make what could easily be revisions of the same product. Cut through the chatter Subscribe to … [Read more...] about I wanted to love foldable phones, but the novelty got old fast

Smart home automation can offer a sense of ease and cohesiveness. Having a smart home hub means your devices from different manufacturers are connected and can interact with each other via one home automation platform, the brain of the operation. You can have your smart devices work off your Wi-Fi, Bluetooth or networks like Zigbee or Z-Wave . As with everything else in life, there are both rewards and challenges to smart home automation, especially when hubs like SmartThings or Wink Hub 2 are competing against smart speakers which also include hubs, like Amazon's Echo Show 10 . Without doing your research or weighing these items before making a decision, you could find yourself shelling out a lot of money when you really don't need to. Smarten up Get the best reviews, videos and comparisons in CNET's Smart Home and Appliances newsletter. With that in mind, here's what you need to know about the pros and cons using a dedicated smart home hub in your … [Read more...] about The pros and cons of a smart home hub

While clicking through Amazon Prime Video , you've probably come across a handful of Amazon original movies. They can be hit and miss, but some of them are surprising gems. Amazon snaps up movies like Manchester by the Sea to show in the US, but it also nabs worldwide rights to originals perfect for a night in with a smaller screen. Hopefully you'll find something to your taste (and available in your country) below. CNET Culture Entertain your brain with the coolest news from streaming to superheroes, memes to video games. Read more : 22 best TV shows to watch on Amazon Prime Video | Everything you need to know to sign up to Amazon Prime Video Small Axe Amazon A sublime anthology that doesn't drop the ball across its five films. Small Axe is a collection of distinct stories about the lives of West Indian immigrants in London from the '60s to the '80s. They're all directed by Steve McQueen, who's working at his exquisite best (when doesn't … [Read more...] about 21 best movies on Amazon Prime Video

If you're stuck in the endless Netflix scroll, hopefully this list will help you decide what to watch. Netflix occasionally brings in big directors to serve up originals that make it all the way to the Oscars. But it's also got an abundance of smaller stories perfect for a modestly sized screen. Fingers crossed you'll find something here that hits the spot. CNET Culture Entertain your brain with the coolest news from streaming to superheroes, memes to video games. Read more : The 50 best TV shows to watch on Netflix | Everything you need to know to sign up to Netflix News of the World Netflix Tom Hanks in a Western directed by Jason Bourne's Paul Greengrass. Enjoy Hanks going full Mandalorian single dad mode as Captain Jefferson Kyle Kidd, a Civil War veteran who discovers a young girl years after she was captured by Native Americans as a baby. In between helping to return her to her family, he does his usual job of traveling to towns and … [Read more...] about 38 of the best movies to watch on Netflix

Halloween is almost here, although it's safe to say it'll be unlike any spooky season we've seen before, with people taking precautions amid the coronavirus pandemic. The horror genre is a staple in the month of October, but a good mystery (with a dash of suspense) can be equally satisfying. If you're staying in this Halloween (and you've exhausted your horror movie queue) we've pulled together a list of games for you that you can play on your phone or tablet -- no console needed. You can also check out our list of the best games you can play online with friends , and everything you need to know about the latest viral game, Among Us . Read more: Best game subscription services: How to choose CNET Culture Entertain your brain with the coolest news from streaming to superheroes, memes to video games. Oxenfree Night School Studio Oxenfree stayed with me long after the credits rolled. A group of friends hanging out on a beach take … [Read more...] about Best mobile games to play this Halloween while you’re stuck inside