Adam Benjamin

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Managing Editor at CNET

Managing Editor @CNET — covering services and software + FPS games. Writer. Sketcher. Support player. He/him. Banner: Darwyn Cooke

Articles

I Banished My Insomnia With One Quick Sleep Hack

1 week ago | cnet.com | Adam Benjamin

Everyone knows that getting a good night's sleep is crucial to functioning the next day, but that doesn't mean going to sleep comes easily. Insomnia might start when you've had a stressful day, or when you have a big event coming up, and before you know it, each night getting quality rest becomes a struggle. Millions of people struggle to fall asleep, often lying awake for hours. Calming sounds like rain or thunderstorms can definitely help, but they're not your only option.
Will Ultron, Jeff-nado, Auto Battler Be Enough to Boost Marvel Rivals' Season 2.5?

2 weeks ago | cnet.com | Adam Benjamin

Marvel Rivals season 2 is approaching its midseason update next week, and we've gotten our first glimpse of some of the changes coming to the game. The Marvel Rivals Season 2.5 update is a much-needed refresh for Rivals, which has struggled with declining Steam player numbers all season (not the full picture, but currently down to about one-third of the average players compared with January) and a player base that's grown increasingly frustrated with one another. What's the cure for all this?
Ultron, Jeff-Nado and New Tactics Mode: There's a Lot Riding on Marvel Rivals Season 2.5

2 weeks ago | thetechstreetnow.com | Adam Benjamin

9 minutes ago cnet Adam Benjamin has helped people navigate complex problems for the past decade. The former digital services editor for Reviews.com, Adam now leads CNET's services and software team and contributes to its game coverage. Adam has been covering streaming services since 2013 and wants to help people navigate the subscription creep in their lives.
Ultron, Jeff-nado and New Tactics Mode: There's a Lot Riding on Marvel Rivals Season 2.5

2 weeks ago | cnet.com | Adam Benjamin

Marvel Rivals season 2 is approaching its midseason update next week, and today we got our first glimpse of some of the changes coming to the game. The Marvel Rivals Season 2.5 update is a much-needed refresh for Rivals, which has struggled with declining Steam player numbers all season (not the full picture, but currently down to about one-third of the average players compared to the January) and a playerbase that has grown increasingly frustrated with each other. What's the cure for all of this?
Exclusive Reveal: 5 New Cards From Magic: The Gathering's Final Fantasy Set

2 weeks ago | cnet.com | Adam Benjamin

When Magic: The Gathering announced it was teaming up with Square Enix to release a Final Fantasy set, everyone wanted to know one thing: What will the common tapped lands be?!I'm thrilled to be able to end the agony of everyone's wondering as we approach the June 13 release date for Magic's Final Fantasy set with this first look at five cards, all of which feature the new land subtype, Town.
iPhone Acting Up? Seriously, Clear Your Cache

3 weeks ago | cnet.com | Adam Benjamin |Zachary McAuliffe

How many times have you been surfing the web on your iPhone and the loading times of a particular page take forever? Yes, sometimes it can be the website, but if loading times are unusually longer and your internet connection is fine, most likely that's your sign to clear your cache. If you were honest, when was the last time you reset your phone's web cache? Many of us don't think about cleaning the cache until our browsing experience becomes laggy or unbearably slow.
iPhone Acting Up? Seriously, Clear Your Cache

3 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Adam Benjamin

How many times have you been surfing the web on your iPhone and the loading times of a particular page take forever? Yes, sometimes it can be the website, but if loading times are unusually longer and your internet connection is fine, most likely that's your sign to clear your cache. If you were honest, when was the last time you reset your phone's web cache? Tech TipsMany of us don't think about cleaning the cache until our browsing experience becomes laggy or unbearably slow.
I Tried This Quick Sleep Hack and Was Out in Minutes

3 weeks ago | cnet.com | Adam Benjamin

You finally crawl into bed, ready to call it a night, but your brain has other plans. The more you try to relax, the more your thoughts race, and before you know it, hours have passed and you're still wide awake. Sleep is essential for staying focused and healthy, but for anyone dealing with insomnia, it's not always easy to come by. Millions of people struggle to fall asleep, often lying awake for hours without relief.
I Can't Not Be Excited About the New Final Fantasy Magic: The Gathering Cards

3 weeks ago | cnet.com | Adam Benjamin

Final Fantasy is one of the most successful game series of all time, with more than 200 million copies sold across the 16 mainline games and various spinoffs. So you can imagine the hype when Wizards of the Coast announced last fall that Magic: The Gathering -- a trading card game that pulled in $1 billion in revenue last year -- was releasing a Final Fantasy set.
Have You Updated to iOS 18? Make Sure to Clear Your Cache

4 weeks ago | cnet.com | Adam Benjamin |Zachary McAuliffe

Spring has arrived, which means you may have been spending the last few weeks tidying up your space with some spring cleaning. Along with your physical space, be sure to include your iPhone as you brush off the dust from winter. Your iPhone might not look like it needs any decluttering, but that's deceptive. Your browser collects data from every website you visit to ensure a quicker loading time the next time you visit it.