CNET editors and users share the top tech 'how to' tips and tricks with advice for getting the most out of all your gadgets.https://gcp-assets-origin-fly.cnet.com/bundles/cnetcss/images/core/logo/cnet_og.pnghttps://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/tubi-has-better-horror-picks-than-netflix-heres-what-to-watch/68ec0cef-17ea-4b5f-a868-632b787be1cfSun, 19 Jul 2026 21:55:40 +0000Free, ad-supported and surprisingly well-stocked: Tubi's horror library is worth taking seriously.Peter Butlerhttps://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/how-to-stop-google-maps-from-displaying-your-home-to-strangers/4ed3b79e-68c2-4ef4-8fc4-c8c6b9c6bed0Sun, 19 Jul 2026 21:30:43 +0000A straightforward privacy request to Google can remove your home from Street View entirely. Here's the step-by-step process.Nelson Aguilarhttps://www.cnet.com/home/kitchen-and-household/wildfire-smoke-is-affecting-millions-right-now-heres-what-experts-say-to-do/fb173e36-fe96-4f1b-b36d-cc7e9b8dced6Sun, 19 Jul 2026 19:30:55 +0000Air quality experts from Columbia and UMass Amherst explain what wildfire smoke actually does to your body and the steps worth taking right now.Macy Meyerhttps://www.cnet.com/how-to/the-4-pile-closet-cleanout-method-that-actually-gets-the-job-done/cb237fdd-bac6-405d-afdb-7319f15e2e9fSun, 19 Jul 2026 19:00:42 +0000Four clearly defined piles turn an overwhelming closet cleanout into a decision-making process anyone can get through in an afternoon.Macy Meyerhttps://www.cnet.com/how-to/nine-foods-ill-never-make-in-the-oven-again-now-that-i-have-an-air-fryer/8aeaa427-c247-4802-9de2-7f6afeb4de59Sun, 19 Jul 2026 13:00:48 +0000After years of daily air frying, these nine foods are the ones that proved the appliance does more than just heat up leftovers.David Watskyhttps://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/summer-is-half-over-i-let-ai-plan-the-rest-of-it-so-i-dont-miss-any-more/4ed02ed8-6abe-4dde-bcae-2eec27124b69Sun, 19 Jul 2026 10:00:41 +0000The summer isn't over yet, and AI is surprisingly good at making sure what's left of it doesn't go to waste.Rachel Kanehttps://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/argentina-vs-spain-stream-fifa-world-cup-2026-final-live-for-free/d2c9c794-7a30-4b49-9eb1-322b0097ae96Sun, 19 Jul 2026 09:00:58 +0000Lionel Messi and Argentina face off against Lamine Yamal and Spain for soccer's biggest prize.Kevin Lynchhttps://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/belgian-grand-prix-how-to-watch-the-f1-race-today/b09edac3-4ce1-40c7-9637-ec13d425efb1Sun, 19 Jul 2026 08:30:44 +0000Can George Russell gain further ground in the title race in Stavelot?Kevin Lynchhttps://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/france-vs-england-stream-fifa-world-cup-2026-third-place-playoff-match-live-for-free/c455b337-7f38-4941-8cfc-414005007c07Sat, 18 Jul 2026 18:00:42 +0000The two beaten semifinalists face off for bronze in Miami.Kevin Lynchhttps://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/how-to-change-ip-address/5d2585a9-40a5-4492-93a4-07cf52155158Sat, 18 Jul 2026 12:00:00 +0000Changing your IP address may seem difficult, but there are user-friendly ways to hide your IP with a VPN and other methods.Moe Longhttps://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/who-will-win-world-cup-final-ai-models-predict/118df334-e883-4821-a026-ec5e45918f11Sat, 18 Jul 2026 10:01:07 +0000Which chatbot will come out on top?Kevin Lynchhttps://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/stop-paying-for-photo-video-cloud-storage/35c14beb-a9f4-4270-96d4-d527375fbe96Fri, 17 Jul 2026 21:45:50 +0000Our memories take up space in the cloud, and that space is expensive. 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These are the alternatives experts recommend.Corin Cesaric-Epplehttps://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/eager-to-install-the-ios-27-public-beta-heres-how-to-go-into-it-with-open-eyes/1aecc2b3-e854-4f15-b633-084f8efccec8Thu, 16 Jul 2026 00:01:03 +0000The first public beta of the iPhone's next system is now available, but with prerelease software, it's still good to be cautious.Jeff Carlsonhttps://www.cnet.com/health/millions-exposed-dangerous-wildfire-smoke-this-week-how-check-your-air-quality/59997b2a-5be7-4dba-bf53-4486b7095c48Wed, 15 Jul 2026 18:25:00 +0000If you're exposed to wildfire smoke or other air pollution, it's important to monitor your air quality and act accordingly.Anna Gragerthttps://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/argentina-vs-england-stream-fifa-world-cup-2026-semifinal-match-live-for-free/252a9a2d-9778-4cdf-b842-055576811e45Wed, 15 Jul 2026 16:39:00 +0000The last-four clash sees Harry Kane's Three Lions take on Lionel Messi and co. in a battle to face Spain in Sunday's final.Kevin Lynchhttps://www.cnet.com/how-to/4-foods-that-prove-cast-iron-cookware-is-not-indestructible/2057896c-e3f3-4fca-b85d-77c77664eb56Wed, 15 Jul 2026 15:00:49 +0000You put in the work to build up a seasoned, nonstick surface. Don't let these unfriendly foods send your cast iron back to square one.David Watskyhttps://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/watch-fifa-world-cup-2026-how-to-watch-without-cable/302da6e0-eaa2-43f3-98bc-6d36bb464f4eWed, 15 Jul 2026 14:40:00 +0000Who will join Spain in this Sunday's final?Kevin Lynchhttps://www.cnet.com/how-to/a-recycling-expert-names-7-takeout-containers-that-dont-belong-in-the-blue-bin/d015133c-be54-4b00-9e05-42c6dc8c2563Wed, 15 Jul 2026 13:01:37 +0000These seven everyday items seem like safe bets for the blue bin. They're not, and tossing them in only bogs down the system.David Watskyhttps://www.cnet.com/how-to/how-chefs-store-spices-so-they-stay-fresh/d8008b6a-735b-40eb-9621-4521fa1e22b3Wed, 15 Jul 2026 12:18:09 +0000Stale spices are useless, and nobody knows that better than culinary pros. Here’s how career chefs keep spices fresh for as long as possible.Joey Skladany