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This tax season, freelancers and side hustlers may receive an unfamiliar form in the mail — IRS tax form 1099-K.  After two years of delays, the IRS is finally implementing a tax reporting change, which requires third-party payment apps like PayPal, Venmo and Cash App to issue a 1099-K for anyone who earns self-employment income … Read more

With the numerous password manager options available, it can be overwhelming to choose the right one. CNET has thoroughly tested dozens of password managers over the years, and we’ve developed a pretty good idea of the types of things to look for in a quality service. Here are the most important things to consider when … Read more

You have access to excellent wireless devices and DIY security systems to make your home safer, smarter and better at handling threats — which is why it’s such a headache to see people making the same old security mistakes. We know, it’s easy to fall into poor habits or get distracted. But this year is … Read more

It might seem odd that such a minor iPhone 16 Pro feature has had such a big impact on me when you consider the flurry of additions Apple has made: bigger batteries, larger screens and the new Camera Control button. But many of us have probably been in this situation: it’s an evening flight and someone pulls … Read more

BLUETOOTH SPEAKER DEALS OF THE WEEK Deals are selected by the CNET Group commerce team, and may be unrelated to this article. CNET’s expert staff reviews and rates dozens of new products and services each month, building on more than a quarter century of expertise. A wireless speaker is an excellent accessory to add to … Read more

Whether you’re in an office, working remotely or in a hybrid situation, distractions lurk everywhere. In an office, co-workers can pop their head into your cubicle at any time and there’s the noisy copy machine. At home, you’ve got Slack or email notifications, attention-seeking pets and partners on their own Zoom calls at the same … Read more

Extreme weather can bring on health issues that you may not know are affected. It can exacerbate chronic conditions, including heart problems, so it’s crucial that you know exactly how to respond if someone you know is having a heart attack.  There are five steps you can take to improve your chances of survival and … Read more

Streaming support When you’re selecting a VPN to stream Netflix, you’ll want to consider how many international content libraries it unlocks. Generally, we found that most servers in the US, UK, Canada, South Africa, Romania and Australia worked flawlessly. Servers in other countries, like Egypt, occasionally didn’t show geo-specific movies and shows — while Netflix … Read more

Our Verdict Best for: Combo sleeper Side sleeper Pros Easy on your wallet Multiple firmness levels to suit all sleeping positions Memory foam perfect if you love a conforming feel Great motion isolation Best for people under 230 pounds Cons Resistance when combination sleepers try to switch positions Not ideal for people over 250 pounds … Read more

At the start of the year, you probably spend some time reflecting, cleaning and making resolutions for the new year. It’s a great time to decide how you want to spend 2025. My recommendation: Start clearing your iPhone’s browser cache more regularly.  CNET Your browser cache stores website data for faster retrieval, which can keep things a … Read more