How To

By CNET

How to make the most of the tech that surrounds you, from the internet to your home.

How-To's
NBA All-Star Game iso-cam: How to vote for and watch Twitter's livestream 'stalker view'
CNET - by Matt Elliott
Vote during the first half for the player you want the camera to follow in the game's second half.
Smart Homes
The 8 best tips for shopping with Alexa
CNET - by Alina Bradford
New to voice purchasing? These tips will get your started.
How-To's
NBA All-Star Game 2019: How to watch Team Giannis vs. Team LeBron
CNET - by Matt Elliott
Basketball's best battle this weekend.
How-To's
3 WhatsApp, Facebook Messenger alternatives
CNET - by Jason Cipriani
If you're tired of Facebook's privacy issues, here are some alternative messaging apps that you can use.
Smart Homes
8 common Amazon Echo problems, solved. (You're welcome)
CNET - by Taylor Martin
Amazon's Alexa speakers are constantly improving, but not perfect. Here are some common problems and how to fix them.
Smart Homes
25 fun Alexa games to play for your next dinner party
CNET - by Taylor Martin
Make Alexa part of your next game night with this beefy selection of party games.
How-To's
Daytona 500: Start time, how to watch and more
CNET - by Matt Elliott
The NASCAR season kicks off with its most celebrated race of the year.
Google Home
How to use third-party speakers with Google Home Hub
CNET - by Alina Bradford
The Google Home Hub's built-in speakers aren't that great. Adding an external speaker is a quick and easy solution.
HomePod
Apple HomePod: Every tip and trick you need to know
CNET - by Jason Cipriani, Sarah Mitroff
Curious about a specific HomePod feature? Or what about those nasty rings on wood surfaces? Read this.
Product Recalls
Does your car have a recall? Here's how to check
Roadshow - by Emme Hall
Don't worry, the process to check recalls is easier than you think. Vehicle recalls happen much more often than you might think. Big ones like the ongoing Takata airbag recall or Ford's recent multimillion
How to stop smoke detectors that keep going off
CNET - by Alina Bradford
Because sometimes there really is smoke without fire.
Clean out junk files in Windows 7, 8.1, and 10
CNET - Tom McNamara
Free up gigabytes of space on your desktop, laptop, or tablet, without special tools.
10 reasons we can't stop using the Amazon Echo
CNET - by Sharon Profis
There's a lot Alexa can do -- here are 10 reasons why we love her.
Android Pie
Android Pie: 3 settings to change right away
CNET - by Jason Cipriani
Make your phone work for you, not the other way around.
Alexa
5 awesome ways to use Alexa on Valentine's Day
CNET - by Alina Bradford
Alexa can set the mood, sing a love song, tell love stories and more.
Apple Music
Apple Music: How to view and remove apps that have access to your account
CNET - by Jason Cipriani
For when you have a change of heart and don't want to share your Apple Music habits with third-party apps.
How-To's
Game of Thrones: Don't expect to see Tommen's cat again
CNET - by Gael Fashingbauer Cooper
Poor Ser Pounce, we hardly knew ye.
How-To's
How to download Netflix shows and movies on your phone
CNET - by Jason Cipriani
Netflix continues to make it easy to binge your favorite shows, wherever you are.
How-To's
Disney+ streaming service: Release date, price, shows and movies to expect
CNET - by Mike Sorrentino, Joan E. Solsman
Disney's getting ready to give Netflix a run for its money. Will it be worth it?
Smart Homes
4 smart home projects for beginners
CNET - by Alina Bradford
These simple-to-install devices can make your home smart in no time.
Audiophile
How to buy a sound bar in 2019
CNET - Ty Pendlebury
Buying a sound bar is one of the cheapest and easiest ways to upgrade the sound of your television. Here's the questions you should be asking.
Amazon Echo
4 reasons to get an Amazon Echo for your grandparents
CNET - by Tauren Dyson
Young or old, Alexa is a great companion for anyone.
Smart Homes
14 things Alexa can remember for you
CNET - Alina Bradford
Forgetful? That's OK. Let Alexa keep you on track with these helpful reminders.
Technology (India)
50 most useful Alexa skills
CNET - by Taylor Martin
Alexa has a ton of functionality out of the box, but the real magic happens when you dig into its third-party skills.
How-To's
Valentine's Day 2019: Fun and affordable!
CNET - by Rick Broida
Tips, tricks and advice for surviving the day on a limited budget.
Home Security
How to turn your old phone into a home security camera
CNET - by Taylor Martin
Have any old phones laying around? Consider turning them into security cameras you can watch from anywhere.
Smart Homes
Five things to consider before buying LED bulbs
CNET - by Sharon Profis
Before you head to the store, learn about the specs to look out for when buying LED bulbs.
How-To's
Avengers: Endgame may be three hours with an intermission
CNET - by Gael Fashingbauer Cooper
Take your bathroom break before you take your seat in the theater.
How-To's
How to set up Google's two-step verification
CNET - by Matt Elliott
To better protect your digital life, specifically your Google account, turn on two-factor authentication for your Gmail account. With a few minutes of setup time, your account will be much more secure