Apple is set to introduce a new visual design called Liquid Glass for its devices, including iPhones, MacBooks, and iPads, this fall. I recently tested the beta version of iOS 26 to see how well this new design works. Liquid Glass aims to create a fresh, modern look that makes using Apple devices even more enjoyable. During my experience with the iOS 26 beta, I found that Liquid Glass mostly...

Nintendo Switch 2 Holiday Gift Guide for Parents Why You Can Trust CNET Our expert, award-winning staff selects the products we cover and rigorously researches and tests our top picks. If you buy through our links, we may get a commission. Reviews ethics statement If a Switch 2 is on your child's wishlist this year, this guide will answer all your questions. Oscar Gonzalez...

Epstein files: Who and what are in the documents?Watch: Images, cassettes and high-profile figures - What's in the latest Epstein files?The US justice department has released an initial tranche of documents related to Jeffrey Epstein.The documents, which include photos, videos and investigative documents, were highly anticipated after Congress passed a law mandating the files be released in...

A new AI benchmark tests whether chatbots protect human wellbeing AI chatbots have been linked to serious mental health harms in heavy users, but there have been few standards for measuring whether they safeguard human wellbeing or just maximize for engagement. A new benchmark dubbed HumaneBench seeks to fill that gap by evaluating whether chatbots prioritize user wellbeing and how easily...

LangChain, a startup focused on artificial intelligence infrastructure, is reportedly on its way to becoming a billion-dollar company, often referred to as a "unicorn." The company is currently in the process of raising new funds, with this latest round of financing expected to value it at around $1 billion. The investment is being led by a firm called IVP, which is known for supporting...