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• Canon Beginner Guide: R100 Beats Rebel T7 for Most Buyers

  The Canon EOS R100 is the smarter first camera for most beginners, but the Rebel T7 still wins if you own EF lenses. Here is how to choose.

• Surge Protector Fire Risk: One Sign It's Time to Replace

  Surge protectors wear out and can cause fires. Learn the one sign to replace them before it's too late.

• CNET's 21 Best Tech Gifts Under $50 for 2026 Tested and Ranked

  CNET experts tested dozens of gadgets to find the 21 best tech gifts under $50 for 2026. From a 0.27-inch power bank to $24 AirTags, these picks are practical.

• CNET Editors Name 7 Mental Health Devices and Apps That Work

  CNET editors picked seven mental health devices and apps that genuinely help them, and shared free daily habits like the 3-3-3 rule anyone can use.

• USB Hub vs Docking Station: The $30-$100 Gap That Decides Your Desk

  USB hubs cost $30-$50 and travel anywhere; docking stations cost $100+ but drive 8K monitors and gigabit Ethernet. Here's the practical difference.

• Rugby League World Cup 2026 Streams Free on 7plus, Even Abroad

  7plus streams all 18 men's Rugby League World Cup matches free in Australia. Here's how to watch from the UK, US, Canada or anywhere else.

• Best Portable USB-C Monitor for 2026 Costs Just $100

  The Arzopa Z1RC 16-inch portable monitor delivers 2.5K resolution, 94% P3 color, and a versatile kickstand for around $100, making it the best value for extra screen space on the…

• RLWC 2026 Opener Streams Free on 7Plus and ThreeNow

  Australia vs New Zealand opens the Rugby League World Cup 2026 on October 15. Here is how to stream the blockbuster for free on 7Plus and ThreeNow.

• Crystal Lake Drops All 8 Episodes Today: How to Watch Anywhere

  All eight episodes of Crystal Lake hit Peacock today. Here's how to stream the Friday the 13th prequel from the US, UK, Canada and Australia.