How To

By CNET

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

Google Home
6 reasons to get a Google Home for your grandparents
CNET - Sarah Mitroff
Any elderly relative in your life can benefit from a smart speaker.
How-To's
The right way to clean your windows
CNET - Alina Bradford
Avoid streaking and spotting with this quick tip.
How-To's
Galaxy S10, S10 Plus, S10E: Where and how to preorder
CNET - by Jason Cipriani
If you want Samsung's latest phone on launch day, this is what you need to know.
Google Home
How to make calls with the Google Home speaker
CNET - by Taylor Martin
Google just rolled out hands-free calling for its Google Home speaker. Here's how it works.
Google Home
5 Google Home Hub features you should be using
CNET - by Alina Bradford
They're easy to miss, but very handy.
How-To's
Galaxy Buds: How to preorder and buy Samsung's AirPods alternative
CNET - by Jason Cipriani
Samsung's answer to the AirPods is official. Here's how you can get a pair of your own.
How-To's
Samsung Galaxy Buds: How to preorder and buy
CNET - by Jason Cipriani
Samsung's answer to the AirPods is official. Here's how you can get a pair of your own.
How-To's
Galaxy Watch Active, Galaxy Fit: When, where, how to preorder
CNET - by Jason Cipriani
Here's how to make sure you have Samsung's latest smartwatch on your wrist on launch day.
How-To's
Galaxy S10, S10 Plus, S10E: When, where and how to preorder
CNET - by Jason Cipriani
If you want Samsung's latest phone on launch day, this is what you need to know.
How-To's
Galaxy Fold: How, when and where to buy
CNET - by Jason Cipriani
Samsung's foldable smartphone is just about ready, and it's going to cost you.
Google Home
How to make your Google Home Hub whisper
CNET - by Alina Bradford
Hush your speaker with this scheduling setting.
How-To's
Disney+ streaming service: Will Marvel's Netflix shows get a new home?
CNET - by Mike Sorrentino, Joan E. Solsman
Disney's getting ready to give Netflix a run for its money. Will it be worth it?
How-To's
Avengers: Endgame: Gwyneth Paltrow retiring as Pepper Potts
CNET - by Gael Fashingbauer Cooper
"I’m a bit old to be in a suit," the actress says.
How-To's
NBA All-Star Game 2019: How to watch Team Giannis vs. Team LeBron, start time, what to expect
CNET - by Matt Elliott
Basketball's best battle today.
How-To's
Daytona 500: Watch live now on TV or online
CNET - by Matt Elliott
The NASCAR season kicks off with its most celebrated race of the year.
How-To's
Daytona 500: Start time, how to watch on TV or online
CNET - by Matt Elliott
The NASCAR season kicks off with its most celebrated race of the year.
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.
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
How to fix the most common Amazon Echo problems
CNET - 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.
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.
Autos
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.