CNET: News, Advice & Deals

Name: CNET: News, Advice & Deals
Rating: 3.5684211 (4981 reviews)
Author: CNET.

By: CNET.

Breaking technology news and expert product how-tos, comparisons, advice & tips

Features & Capabilities

CNET is the leading source for comprehensive technology news, expert product reviews, and exclusive deals, all in one app designed for both phones and tablets. Stay up-to-date with the latest tech industry buzz, trending stories, and in-depth coverage on companies like Apple, Google, Microsoft, and more. The app features personalized news alerts, engaging galleries, and a vibrant community to discuss the hottest tech topics.

Make smarter purchase decisions with CNET's extensive product reviews, covering everything from smartphones to smart home devices. Harness the power of AI-driven search to find the best products quickly and watch immersive video reviews to get detailed insights. Access exclusive daily deals and top offers curated by CNET experts, helping you save money while staying ahead in tech. Download CNET to stay informed and make confident technology choices.

User Growth & Download Statistics

App News & Magazines Shopping AI

By:

CNET.

Downloads:

1,113,465 186

Rating:

3.57

(4,981)

Version:

4.9.10 Last updated: 2026-03-30

Version code:

5587

Creation date:

2017-11-17

Publisher country:

Permissions:

com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID Moderate risk
android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID Low risk
android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION Low risk
android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS Low risk
android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE Low risk
android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE Low risk
android.permission.INTERNET Low risk
android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS Low risk
android.permission.WAKE_LOCK Low risk
com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE Low risk

Size:

33.47MB

Email:

cn*****@cnet.com

URLs:

Website ,Privacy policy

Full description:

Source:

Google Play Store

Data ingested on:

2026-06-08

Compare stats and ranking:

Ranking

# 63,001 ▼ 189

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Contact the developer

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Developed by:

CNET.

Google Play Store

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.cbsinteractive.cnet

Email:

cn*****@cnet.com

Website:

http://www.cnet.com

User Reviews

Users praise the app for solid tech content and notifications, but recurring problems with login, crashes, ad-heavy behavior and stale content undermine reliability.

Pros

High-quality, informative tech content and news
Easy to use with helpful notifications
Broad coverage of tech topics and deals
Valuable resource for tech information and deals

Cons

Frequent login issues: unable to login, wrong email/password, signup problems
Crashes and performance problems: app crashes, endless loading/spinning progress bar
Ad-heavy experience and DRM: ads, videos autoplay due to DRM
Outdated content and broken links: headlines not updated, old content
Installation and signup issues on some devices

Recent reviews

had been a resource for tech news but I noticed that my saved account is gone. have waited 48 hours for a link and I've received nothing. I see that customer service is nonexistent. I'll uninstall