The Force is Strong in New Winter Issue of CNET Magazine

CNET Magazine, the quarterly publication from the world's leading source of technology news and reviews, brings the Force to readers around the country with the magic of this holiday season's tech.

The cover features actor John Boyega, the new hero of "Star Wars: The Force Awakens," who describes what being an action figure feels like, both on the big screen and as a toy brought to life in the new "Star Wars" video game. Boyega also talks about the impact of Science fiction on culture, what he brings to the character of Finn and his favorite moment working with director J.J. Abrams.

CNET Magazine celebrates the release of "The Force Awakens," with two editions of the Winter issue, including a limited collectors issue available only at Barnes & Noble stores and newsstands in the New York metro area.

"We were thrilled to sit down with John Boyega, the new hero of the 'Star Wars' saga, to discuss how tech helped him prepare for the movie, the role of Science fiction in modern-day commentary and his love of gaming," said Mark Larkin, Senior Vice President and General Manager of CNET.

In time for the holidays, CNET editors also delve into the future of toys and round up the hottest tech gifts for everyone on your list. The winter issue includes CNET's holiday buyer's guide, featuring must-have gadgets for any budget. Our editors and reporters also cover the latest technology to keep us healthier and happier. As always, CNET Magazine delivers an award-winning combination of storytelling, graphic design, photography and how-to's.

Highlights include:

The house that Mickey Mouse built is now animating the toy world - and toys may never be the same. "It Really Is a Small World, After All" gives readers an inside look as Disney Interactive's creative team brings its latest Disney Infinity "Star Wars" video game to life.

"To Infinity," marks Toy Story's 20th anniversary, with a look at how Pixar brought computers to the movies in the world's first full-length animated movie.

"Designing the Future" profiles the UK firm that's been producing groundbreaking designs since 1984. Its latest project? Virgin Galactic, a spaceship sponsored by Sir Richard Branson.

"How Smart is Your City?" examines how some of the world's most connected towns tap into technology to better serve residents.

"Shining a Light on the Dark Side of The Web" talks to journalist Jamie Bartlett, who examined the Internet's underworld of criminal bazaars and extreme behavior.

The winter issue additionally features tips and tricks for improving daily life, including apps for goal-tracking, coding and even composing. CNET's editors offer advice on downsizing your photography equipment and stopping those annoying "robocalls" once and for all. CNET editors also weigh in on whether sous vide - long a secret weapon of professional chefs - has a place in home kitchens.

The magazine continues to offer in-depth tech coverage in our four main sections: "You," "Your Home," "Your Ride" and "Your Work."

In "You," CNET explores the latest in health tech, from apps for holiday weight maintenance to robot-assisted surgeons.

"Your Home" shares innovative ways to keep warm this winter and explains the ABCs of brewing great-tasting coffee.

"Your Ride" takes a look at the latest and greatest on wheels. That includes the 2016 Mazda MX-5, one of the nimblest Miatas yet, and the all-electric Gogoro, which CNET's auto experts deem "more than the Tesla of scooters."

"Your Work" journeys to Vietnam to introduce its boldest entrepreneurs, and travels to Israel, where a tech revolution is helping historians uncover the past.

The winter 2015 issue of CNET Magazine is available through major retailers, including Barnes & Noble, Walmart, Costco and Hudson News beginning the week of Nov. 9, 2015. Readers can also listen to CNET Magazine on audible.com and peruse the digital version via Texture. Subscriptions are available online at www.cnet.com/magazine.

CNET Magazine is edited by CNET.com Editor-in-Chief Lindsey Turrentine and CNET News Editor-in-Chief Connie Guglielmo. Courtney Cochrane, CNET's Global Vice President of Media Sales, serves as Publisher. Jeremy Murphy, Vice President of Communications for CBS Corporation, serves as General Manager. The magazine was launched in November 2014 in collaboration with Manifest, the nation's largest independent content marketing agency. CNET Magazine was recently awarded a Folio Eddie Award for Best Consumer Technology Magazine and a Folio Ozzie Award for Best New Magazine Design.

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