Cisco’s Amin Karbasi on a new family of open-weight, small-language AI models ready for the big task of pinpointing vulnerabilities hidden within code bases.
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Walmart Deals of the Day: Snag a Spare Charger With Over 50% Off the Anker 140W Max
https://www.cnet.com/deals/walmart-deals-of-the-day-august-4-2026/

Plus, $70 off a two-in-one Igloo cooler and a Consiwa electric kettle that’s down to just $26.

This New Color for Sony’s WH-1000XM6 Headphones May Be My Favorite So Far
https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/this-new-color-for-sonys-wh-1000xm6-headphones-may-be-my-favorite-so-far/

Whether you like it depends on how you feel about earth tones.

This AI Agent Can Negotiate Bills for You – if It Doesn’t Reject the Lower Offers
https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/this-ai-agent-can-negotiate-bills-for-you-if-it-doesnt-reject-the-lower-offers/

Can an AI agent snap you a better phone or internet deal? Only if you give it multiple express permissions, and can get it to input the one-time passcode fast enough.

Break Up With the Lawn Chores Thanks to These Dreame Robot Mower Deals
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Save up to $1,014 on these robot lawn mowers with wire-free navigation, smart obstacle detection and edge-to-edge cutting.

Stop Swapping Chargers and Grab the 4-Port Anker 140W Max at Over 50% Off
https://www.cnet.com/deals/anker-140w-max-charger-deal-2026-08-04/

It’s got enough USB ports for all your devices, and it’s down to just $65 right now at Walmart.

This $140 Adorable Insignia Minifridge Would Look Great in Your Dorm Room
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You’ll save $80 and prevent leftovers from spoiling with this space-saving minifridge while this deal lasts.

OpenAI Hits Back at Apple, Calls Lawsuit ‘Careless, Aggressive and Oddly Personal’
https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/openai-apple-lawsuit-released-texts-emails-august-2026-news/

Newly released texts and emails give us insight into how lawyers for two billion-dollar tech companies can’t figure out how to use their email.

Power Up With This 6-Pack of Duracell AA Batteries for $10 Off
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This rechargeable six-pack of AA Duracell batteries is ready to run your flashlights, toys, remote controls and more.

Telegram’s Brief App Store Removal Renews Questions About Apple’s CSAM Enforcement
https://www.cnet.com/tech/telegrams-brief-app-store-removal-renews-questions-about-apples-csam-enforcement/

The Telegram CEO says Apple made the app unavailable for download without any warning.

‘Reacher,’ ‘The Last Sunrise’ and ‘Sterling Point’ Are 3 of Prime Video’s Must-Watch Releases This August
https://www.cnet.com/culture/entertainment/reacher-the-last-sunrise-and-sterling-point-are-3-of-prime-videos-must-watch-releases-this-august/

Plus, you can catch the new documentary Novak Djokovic: The Wolf in Winter out this month, too.

iPhone 20 Pro and Pro Max Might Get Bigger Screens in 2027
https://www.cnet.com/tech/iphone-20-pro-and-pro-max-might-get-bigger-screens-in-2027/

Apple is also considering an all-glass look for the front display.

Today’s NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints and Answers for Aug. 5, #681
https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-connections-sports-edition-hints-and-answers-for-aug-5-681/

Here are hints and the answers for the NYT Connections: Sports Edition puzzle No. 681 for Wednesday, Aug. 5.

Today’s NYT Strands Hints, Answers and Help for Aug. 5 #885
https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-strands-hints-answers-and-help-for-aug-5-885/

Here are hints and the answers for the NYT Strands puzzle No. 885 for Aug. 5.

Today’s NYT Mini Crossword Answers for Wednesday, Aug. 5
https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-mini-crossword-answers-for-wednesday-aug-5/

Here are the answers for The New York Times Mini Crossword for Wednesday, Aug. 5, 2026.

Today’s NYT Connections Hints and Answers for Aug. 5, #1151
https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-connections-hints-and-answers-for-aug-5-1151/

Here are hints and the answers for the NYT Connections puzzle No. 1151 for Aug. 5, 2026.

Building for the AI Surge
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What Cisco data reveals about networks, AI, and the infrastructure powering a changing digital world.
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These Back-to-School Laptop Deals Can Save You Up to $700 on Top Nvidia RTX50-Powered Models
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Whether you’re a STEM student, a budding content creator or serious gamer, you’ll find a laptop that fits your needs without derailing your budget.

I Tested Rok’s Devilishly Sleek Manual Espresso-Maker. Here’s How It Went
https://www.cnet.com/home/kitchen-and-household/i-tested-roks-devilishly-sleek-manual-espresso-maker-heres-how-it-went/

Handcraft shots of coffee with just a tight squeeze.

I Tested Cuisinart’s New Glass Air Fryers. Here’s How They Compare to Ninja’s Crispi
https://www.cnet.com/home/kitchen-and-household/i-tested-cuisinarts-new-glass-air-fryers-heres-how-they-comapre-to-ninjas-crispi/

Cuisinart’s new line of glass air fryers borrows elements from Ninja’s viral Crispi. Here’s how they stack up.