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Today’s CNET Roundup
Bundesliga Soccer Livestream: How to Watch Bayern Munich vs. Mainz
14 Dec 2025, 1:30 pm by Kevin Lynch
Die Roten welcome struggling Mainz to the Allianz Arena in their penultimate league fixture before the winter break.
What a Ban Would Actually Mean for DJI Drone Owners and Holiday Shoppers
14 Dec 2025, 1:15 pm by Omar Gallaga
It’s going to be a very unmerry holiday shopping season if you get a brand-new drone that’s unusable.
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Keeps Cool While Playing the Hottest Mobile Games
14 Dec 2025, 1:00 pm by David Lumb
Its cooling vapor chamber is a standout feature for the powerful phone, though its design isn’t the best for gaming.
CNET’s Complete Pet Tech Roundup: We Tested Every Device With Our Pets
14 Dec 2025, 1:00 pm by Tyler Lacoma
CNET explored every kind of pet technology to see what we — and our four-legged friends — liked the most.
Smart Glasses Are Coming for Your Face, With Wild Options for 2026
14 Dec 2025, 12:20 pm by Scott Stein
If all you know about smart glasses is Meta Ray-Bans, I’m here to open your eyes about what’s on the way.
AI Saves Workers Less Than an Hour Each Day, Recent OpenAI Report Finds
14 Dec 2025, 12:05 pm by Macy Meyer
AI adoption is rapidly expanding across industries, but workers are saving only 40 to 60 minutes per day, on average.
For Making Great Coffee, Only a Certain Type of Grinder Will Do. An Expert Explains Why
14 Dec 2025, 12:01 pm by Pamela Vachon
You don’t need much to make great coffee, but don’t skimp on this vital piece of equipment.
Premier League Soccer: Stream Crystal Palace vs. Man City Live From Anywhere
14 Dec 2025, 11:01 am by Kevin Lynch
The high-flying Eagles look to derail Pep Guardiola’s title charge, in a rematch of last season’s FA Cup final.
Premier League Soccer: Stream Sunderland vs. Newcastle Live From Anywhere
14 Dec 2025, 11:01 am by Kevin Lynch
A feisty encounter is expected in the first North East derby in nine years.
Premier League Soccer: Stream West Ham vs. Aston Villa Live From Anywhere
14 Dec 2025, 11:01 am by Kevin Lynch
Unai Emery’s Villans look to close the gap on Arsenal as they face the Hammers at the London Stadium.
Premier League Soccer: Stream Nottingham Forest vs. Tottenham Live From Anywhere
14 Dec 2025, 11:01 am by Kevin Lynch
The Tricky Trees look to pull further clear of the relegation zone as they host Thomas Frank’s Spurs.
Here's an Early Look at the New Emoji Coming to Your iPhone in 2026
14 Dec 2025, 11:00 am by Zachary McAuliffe
These emoji will likely land on your device in the spring.
36 Best Kitchen and Cookware Gifts for the Home Chef
14 Dec 2025, 11:00 am by David Watsky
If you’ve got a home cook on your gift list this year, you’ve got endless options for gifts they’ll love — and actually use. Our experts have tested and approved dozens of useful, stylish gifts to give this year.
A Chef Reveals How to Get Perfectly Steamed Vegetables in an Instant Pot
14 Dec 2025, 10:24 am by Anna Gragert
Plus, experts explain how to avoid losing nutrients when cooking vegetables.
Today's NYT Strands Hints, Answers and Help for Dec. 14 #651
14 Dec 2025, 10:01 am by Gael Cooper
Here are hints and answers for the NYT Strands puzzle for Dec. 14, No. 651.
Today's NYT Connections Hints, Answers and Help for Dec. 14, #917
14 Dec 2025, 10:01 am by Gael Cooper
Here are some hints and the answers for the NYT Connections puzzle for Dec. 14, #917.
Today's Wordle Hints, Answer and Help for Dec. 14, #1639
14 Dec 2025, 10:01 am by Gael Cooper
Here are hints and the answer for today’s Wordle for Dec. 14, No. 1,639.
NFL Week 15: How to Watch Bills vs. Patriots, Packers vs. Broncos and Other Games From Anywhere
14 Dec 2025, 10:00 am by Matt Elliott
Excitement and intrigue are on tap for Week 15 in the NFL. See which games are on in your area for Sunday, Dec. 14 and how to watch any scheduled game no matter where you live.
2026 and the Rise of Humanoid Robots: Looking at Trust, Privacy and the Future of Work
14 Dec 2025, 8:00 am by Jesse Orrall
Robot companies are racing toward a breakout year, but they’ll have to confront some fundamental problems before making bigger promises.
Today's NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints and Answers for Dec. 14, #447
14 Dec 2025, 4:16 am by Gael Cooper
Here are hints and the answers for the NYT Connections: Sports Edition puzzle for Dec. 14, No. 447.
Today's NYT Mini Crossword Answers for Sunday, Dec. 14
14 Dec 2025, 3:59 am by Gael Cooper
Here are the answers for The New York Times Mini Crossword for Dec. 14.
End of today’s CNET roundup.
