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Wired NewsFeb 09, 2026
Super Bowl Tailgate Photo Essay: Bad Bunny, Big Tech, and the Big Game
We met up with attendees of Super Bowl LX's pregame festivities to get their takes on the competing halftime shows, the potential for ICE actions, and the influence of Silicon Valley on the event.

CNET NewsFeb 09, 2026
Today's NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints and Answers for Feb. 9, #504
Here are hints and the answers for the NYT Connections: Sports Edition puzzle for Feb. 9, No. 504.

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EngadgetFeb 09, 2026
The best iPhones for 2026: Which model should you buy?
Apple's iPhone lineup has grown more complicated over the years, with multiple models targeting different kinds of buyers. Some prioritize camera performance and display quality while others focus on design or price, and not everyone needs the most powerful option on the shelf. If you're planning an upgrade, the challenge isn't whether Apple makes a good phone; it's figuring out which iPhone actually makes sense for you based on how you use it.

We test every new iPhone Apple releases, comparing performance, cameras, battery life and long-term value. In this guide, we break down the current lineup to highlight the best iPhones for different needs, from the best all-around picks to more specialized options that trade raw power for affordability or style.

For consistency, our recommendations are based on Apple's standard pricing for unlocked models sold directly through Apple. Deals from carriers, third-party retailers or refurbished sellers can shift the value math, but this guide is meant to help you choose the right model first — then decide where to buy it.

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The rest of Apple's iPhone lineup in 2026


SlashDotFeb 09, 2026
SpaceX Prioritizes Lunar 'Self-Growing City' Over Mars Project, Musk Says


Wired NewsFeb 08, 2026
Inside Bad Bunny's Historic Super Bowl Halftime Show
Bad Bunny's Super Bowl performance required 9,852 theatrical pyrotechnics, nearly 400 costumed extras, and a lot of ingenuity. And yes, that was a real couple featured in the wedding.

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How to watch the 2026 Super Bowl on NBC: Live updates on Patriots vs. Seahawks, where to stream Super Bowl LX, channel, start time, halftime show and more details (Engadget)

Mac RumorsFeb 08, 2026
How to Watch Super Bowl For Free Today: iPhone, iPad, and Apple TV
Super Bowl LX is today, and there is a way for U.S. viewers to watch for free. Our instructions below are focused on the iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple TV, but this method will of course work across a variety of devices.


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The Future of Apple Fitness Remains 'Under Review' (Mac Rumors)
We may see Apple's new iPads and MacBooks in only a matter of weeks (Engadget)

CNET Most Popular ProductsFeb 08, 2026
It's Time for Super Bowl 2026. Here's How to Stream the Patriots vs. Seahawks Tonight
Super Bowl LX is tonight, so here's a rundown of how to catch all the action and Bad Bunny's halftime show.

CNET How ToFeb 08, 2026
Follow These Experts Tips to Hit Your Goal Of 10,000 Steps a Day
Do you really need to hit 10,000 steps a day? Here's what experts say.

Yahoo TechnologyFeb 08, 2026
SpaceX to prioritise building self-growing city on moon, Musk says


Wired NewsFeb 08, 2026
Turning Point USA's Halftime Show Was Exactly What You'd Expect
"The All-American Halftime Show," born out of outrage over Bad Bunny's Super Bowl performance, fell short of the hype. From Kid Rock's poor lip synching to Erika Kirk being MIA, it was simply dull.

CNET NewsFeb 08, 2026
Today's Wordle Hints, Answer and Help for Feb. 9, #1696
Here are hints and the answer for today's Wordle for Feb. 9, No. 1,696.

CNET NewsFeb 08, 2026
La Liga Soccer: Stream Valencia vs. Real Madrid Live From Anywhere
Depleted by suspension and injury, Los Blancos head to the Mestella Stadium.

CNET NewsFeb 08, 2026
'The Mandalorian and Grogu,' 50 Cent and More of the Biggest Super Bowl 2026 Ads So Far
And check out what Supergirl has been up to with the pups.

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SlashDotFeb 08, 2026
Do Super Bowl Ads For AI Signal a Bubble About to Burst?


CNET Most Popular ProductsFeb 08, 2026
When to Watch Bad Bunny's Super Bowl 2026 Halftime Show and Preshow
Which songs will ultimately be on the superstar's set list? We'll have to tune in to see.

EngadgetFeb 08, 2026
AT&T's budget-friendly phone for kids was designed with parental controls in mind
It might be near impossible to be a kid these days without a smartphone, but AT&T wants to offer parents a decent compromise. The wireless carrier launched its AmiGO Jr. Phone, which combines Samsung hardware and AT&T's app, to offer kids a smartphone that has parental controls baked right in.

The AmiGO Jr. Phone is just a Samsung Galaxy A16, which still remains a solid budget smartphone pick with a 50-megapixel main camera, a 6.7-inch display and reliable battery life. However, AT&T tweaked the Samsung hardware into its kid-friendly smartphone by including features like live location tracking, safe zones and screentime restrictions that can be controlled via the AmiGO app. It's not the first time we've seen a smartphone with parental controls, since competitors like Bark and Pinwheel have been on the market for a couple of years now, but it's the first time a major mobile carrier is offering its own standalone product.

As for the AmiGO Jr. Phone, it's now available on AT&T's website for $3 a month, but you'll have to commit to a 36-month contract that provides bill credits.


ResearchBuzzFeb 08, 2026
Irish-Language Newspapers, Stephen Harper, Bing, More: Sunday Afternoon ResearchBuzz, February 8, 2026
NEW RESOURCES University of Galway: Minister Calleary launches digital edition of first Irish-language newspaper An Gaodhal. "An Gaodhal was a bilingual newspaper, published monthly in Brooklyn, New York, at the end of […]

CNET How ToFeb 08, 2026
When Is Puppy Bowl 2026? Details on How to Stream the Fuzzy Face-Off
The annual adoption awareness event returns to TV.

ResearchBuzzFeb 08, 2026
Arabic Manuscripts, Jitish Kallat, AI, More: Sunday ResearchBuzz, February 8, 2026
NEW RESOURCES University of Manchester: New online collection of Arabic manuscripts I: the Glorious Qur?an. "A small selection of the John Rylands Library's Arabic manuscripts is now available online for the first […]

GizmodoFeb 08, 2026
Sounds Like Gore Verbinksi's ‘BioShock' Movie Would've Been For the Sickos
If you loved 'A Cure for Wellness,' Verbinski's take on 'BioShock' might've been exactly your kind of movie had it actually gotten made.

EngadgetFeb 08, 2026
The iPhone 17e will reportedly bring some key upgrades without raising the price
Apple is keeping the entry level for iPhones at $599, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. In the latest Power On report, Gurman said that the iPhone 17e is "due imminently" and will keep the same price as its predecessor.

Considering we're about a year away from the iPhone 16e's announcement, we're due for a successor to Apple's more affordable smartphone. According to Gurman, Apple upgraded the new budget-friendly iPhone with MagSafe charging and the A19 chip that's seen in the iPhone 17 base model. The iPhone 17e will also get Apple's latest in-house cellular and wireless chips, Gurman reported. 

In our review of the iPhone 16e, we weren't particularly sold because of its limited camera capabilities, particularly when compared to the iPhone 17's release a few months later. However, for the same $599 price, Apple's iPhone 17e is getting a few notable upgrades and will compete with Google's


EngadgetFeb 08, 2026
How to stream the 2026 Super Bowl for free tonight: Patriots vs. Seahawks time, where to watch Super Bowl LX, start time, halftime show and more
The 2026 Super Bowl between the New England Patriots and the Seattle Seahawks will air on NBC today, Feb. 8, at 6:30PM ET/3:30PM PT. The Big Game will also stream live on Peacock. If you no longer subscribe to cable, don't have access to NBC over the air and aren't currently signed up for Peacock, there are still ways to watch Super Bowl LX — and Bad Bunny's history-making Super Bowl halftime show — for free. Here's how to tune in. 

How to watch Super Bowl LX free:



Date: Sunday, Feb. 8

Time: 6:30 p.m. ET

Location: Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, Calif.

TV channel: NBC, Telemundo

Streaming: Peacock, DirecTV, NFL and more

2026 Super Bowl game channel Super Bowl LX will air on NBC. A Spanish-language broadcast is available on Telemundo. 



CNET NewsFeb 08, 2026
Premier League Soccer 2026: Stream Liverpool vs. Man City Live From Anywhere
Arne Slot's improving Reds host the inconsistent Cityzens at Anfield.

Mac RumorsFeb 08, 2026
iPad 12 and iPad Air 8 Reportedly Coming Soon
Apple is planning to launch new iPad and iPad Air models in the near future, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reports.


CNET Most Popular ProductsFeb 08, 2026
I Have 11 Home Security Myths You Need to Memory Wipe
These security myths are old, popular -- and very wrong. Here are the assumptions you should erase.

CNET Most Popular ProductsFeb 08, 2026
iPhone 18: What We Know Right Now About Apple's Next Major Phone
Although still months away, the next iPhone model is already starting to take shape based on informed speculation online.

Washington Post TechFeb 08, 2026
Can these Super Bowl ads make Americans love something they don't like?
We asked experts to review four commercials trying to win over the AI-skeptical American public.

Mac RumorsFeb 07, 2026
Apple Testing Two Major iPhone 18 Pro Camera Upgrades
Apple is actively testing two major rear camera improvements for the iPhone, according to a reputable leaker.


Mac RumorsFeb 06, 2026
How to Watch 2026 Super Bowl LX For Free on iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple TV
Super Bowl LX is this Sunday, February 8, and there is a way for U.S. viewers to watch for free. Our instructions below are focused on the iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple TV, but this method will of course work across a variety of devices.


ResearchBuzzFeb 01, 2026
Language Explorer, UpScrolled, Snapchat, More: Sunday Afternoon ResearchBuzz, February 1, 2026
NEW RESOURCES Maps Mania: Meet Language Explorer: Google's New Open-Source Linguistic Atlas. "Google Research's Language Explorer, is a new interactive map that anyone can use to explore the world's languages." TWEAKS AND […]

CNET How ToJan 30, 2026
Hosting a Super Bowl Party Soon? Here's How to Make Cleanup Smoother and Faster
A Super Bowl party should be about the big moments on the field, not the big mess in your living room. Plan ahead with these cleanup tips.

PC World Latest NewsOct 13, 2025
You don't have to be tech savvy to protect your laptop. Just follow these 7 tips

First think about physical security Your laptop should be a prized possession to look after. But what does that mean exactly? It means doing everything you can to prevent damage and/or theft. First off, you're going to need a drop resistant and waterproof laptop sleeve to prevent physical damage. The Voova Laptop Sleeve Case, for example, comes in various sizes and colors, and costs less than $20.

You should also always use a laptop lock if you're using your laptop out and about. It's not guaranteed protection, but it can be a big deterrent for thieves. Well-reviewed locks can also be found for as less than $20.


Eating and drinking near your laptop is risky business, especially drinking. All it takes is one spill to destroy a keyboard


Network World SecurityAug 28, 2023
Most hyped network technologies and how to deal with them
The appeal of promising network technologies can be jaded by pressure to adopt untested ideas. When I look over the comments I've gotten from enterprise technologists this year, one thing that stands out is that almost three-quarters of them said that entrenched views held by company executives is a "significant problem" for them in sustaining their network and IT operations.

"Every story that comes out gets me a meeting in the board room to debunk a silly idea," one CIO said. I've seen that problem in my own career and so I sympathize, but is there anything that tech experts can do about it? How do you debunk the "big hype" of the moment?

For starters, don't be too dismissive. Technologists agree that a dismissive response to hype cited by senior management is always a bad idea. In fact, the opening comment that most technologists suggested is "I agree there's real potential there, but I think there are some near-term issues that need to be resolved before we could commit to it." The second-most-cited opening is "I've already launched a study of that, and I'll report back to you when it's complete." There's usually a grain (yeah, often a small grain) of truth underneath the hype pile, and the best approach is to acknowledge it somehow and play for time. Hype waves are like the tides; they come in and they go out, and many times management will move on.

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