Today's NYT Strands Hints, Answers and Help for May 12 #800
https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-strands-hints-answers-and-help-for-may-12-800/

Here are hints and answers for the NYT Strands puzzle for May 12, No. 800.

Texas Sues Netflix for Alleged Data Collection of Children Without Consent
https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/texas-sues-netflix-for-alleged-data-collection-of-children-without-consent/

The Texas Attorney General alleges that Netflix has designed its platform to be addictive and plans to sell data "for a handsome profit."

Apple's Next Vision Pro Headset Is Reportedly Years Away
https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/apples-next-vision-pro-headset-years-away/

The company has diverted resources away from producing the next mixed-reality headset.

Thistle Is the Best, More Affordable Sakara Life Alternative We've Tested
https://www.cnet.com/health/nutrition/thistle-meal-delivery-review/

We tested Thistle's fresh, gluten-free and plant-based meals to see if they're as tasty as they are healthy, and if they're worth the price.

How to Use AI to Plan the Camping Trip You Really Want
https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/ai-brainstorming-fantasy-camping-trip-campground-qualities/

Brainstorming with Gemini AI helped me plan a camping trip that would be more of an adventure and less of a chore.

Scientists May Have Discovered 27 Star Wars-Like Planets With Two Suns
https://www.cnet.com/science/space/scientists-may-have-discovered-27-star-wars-like-planets-with-two-suns/

Stellar eclipses may hold the key to finding new hidden worlds in binary star systems.

Can Air Purifiers Combat Pet Dander? What Our Testing Revealed
https://www.cnet.com/news/can-air-purifiers-combat-pet-dander-what-our-testing-revealed/

We tested Dreame's pet-focused air purifiers to see if they live up to their promises.

Big Glass, Power Doors and Phone Chargers That Don't Suck: Audi Previews Q9 Interior
https://www.cnet.com/roadshow/news/audi-q9-prototype-interior-preview-big-glass-power-doors-and-phone-chargers-that-dont-suck/

Audi's upcoming full-size flagship SUV inches closer to its July world premiere. I got an early look at its luxurious cabin.

Meta Sued by California County Over Alleged Scam Ads on Social Media
https://www.cnet.com/news/social-media/meta-sued-by-california-county-for-promoting-scams-on-its-platforms/

Santa Clara County is seeking restitution, damages and policy changes.

Today's NYT Connections Hints, Answers and Help for May 12, #1066
https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-connections-hints-answers-and-help-for-may-12-1066/

Here are some hints and the answers for the NYT Connections puzzle for May 12, No. 1,066.

Today's NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints and Answers for May 12, #596
https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/todays-nyt-connections-sports-edition-hints-and-answers-for-may-12-596/

Here are hints and the answers for the NYT Connections: Sports Edition puzzle for May 12, No. 596.

Spotify's New Feature Lets You Dance Through Your Musical History
https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/spotify-new-feature-is-wrapped-on-nostalgia-enhancing-steroids/

Spotify 20: Party of the Year lets you share listening stats from the day you joined, even if it was 20 years ago.

Announcing Foundry Security Spec: an open specification for agentic security evaluation
https://newsroom.cisco.com/c/r/newsroom/en/us/a/y2026/m05/announcing-foundry-security-spec-an-open-specification-for-agentic-security-evaluation.html?source=rss

We open-sourced Foundry Security Spec: a model-agnostic blueprint for agentic security evaluation. Turn noisy alerts into actionable, verifiable findings.
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Cisco and USGA Extend Partnership with Renewed Focus on Powering the Game of Golf in the AI Era
https://newsroom.cisco.com/c/r/newsroom/en/us/a/y2026/m05/cisco-and-usga-extend-partnership-with-renewed-focus-on-powering-the-game-of-golf-in-the-ai-era.html?source=rss

Cisco and the United States Golf Association (USGA) announce a multiyear extension of their partnership, designed to pioneer a new chapter of innovation and technology for the USGA and its championships.
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Yamaha's 2026 AV Receivers Add Style and Dolby Atmos
https://www.cnet.com/tech/home-entertainment/yamahas-2026-av-receivers-add-dolby-atmos-and-gaming-support/

The RX300A and RX500A receivers sport 4k/120Hz compatibility and start at $400.

Googlebooks Could Be the Ultimate Laptop for Android Users
https://www.cnet.com/tech/computing/googlebooks-premium-laptop-gemini-ai-chromebooks-android/

While Apple's MacBook Neo might have shocked the budget PC market, Googlebooks could take a bite out of the premium laptop competition.

Android's Biggest AI Update: Everything to Know About Gemini Intelligence video
https://www.cnet.com/videos/androids-biggest-ai-update-everything-to-know-about-gemini-intelligence/

Gemini Intelligence is designed to handle tasks across your apps and be a more helpful AI agent. It could signal a wider shift in how we'll use our phones in the near future.