A viral video shows iOS 15’s brilliant Live Text feature in action
Apple released iOS 15 about a month ago, so you’ve had plenty of time to check out the new design changes and features. That is, …
Apps & Software
WhatsApp encrypted backups rolling out to iPhone and Android
Facebook announced a month ago that WhatsApp’s rumored end-to-end encrypted backup feature would roll out to all iPhone and Android. The company explained how users …
Facebook is developing new algorithms that can track everything you do
Imagine a world where one of your devices can track everything you do in your day-to-day life. It can see, hear and remember everything for …
How Android is tracking you even when you think you’ve opted out
Apple’s new privacy features built into iOS 14 made the news quite a few times in the first half of the year, mostly because of …
1Password just made password sharing a lot safer
We’ve all done it; we’ve all shared passwords with friends and family by emailing or texting them against our better judgment. You’ve probably shared your …
Apple just slammed Android while defending its iPhone App Store policy
Apple is under the scrutiny of policymakers worldwide for the way it handles and enforces App Store regulations. Some developers have been asking for lower …
Apple might delay changes to its most controversial App Store policy
The first act in the high-profile Epic Games vs. Apple lawsuit came to a close in mid-September, but the fight is far from over. Epic …
Paddle will challenge Apple’s in-app purchases with its own payment system
The first trial in the Epic Games vs. Apple trial concluded a few days ago, with the verdict favoring Apple. Fortnite isn’t back on the …
Facebook is terrified that you’ll learn this News Feed secret
Facebook is in hot water yet again, having to defend itself against allegations from a whistleblower. Frances Haugen shared damning evidence with The Wall Street …
You need to see this brilliant Gmail trick that everyone should be using
When compared to other email providers, Google’s Gmail does an incredible job of figuring out which emails are worthy of your attention and which ones …
Microsoft explains how to install Windows 11 on unsupported PCs
Microsoft released the final Windows 11 build earlier this week, after several months of beta testing the new operating system. Windows 10 users who qualify …
Apple is making it easier for users to report scam apps on the App Store
As diligent as Apple is about keeping fraudulent apps off of its digital storefront, it simply can’t stop them all. Malicious apps find their way …
Google Maps navigation is about to get a huge update
Google keeps updating Google Maps by adding novel features that aren’t always available on rival services. But the app’s main feature remains Google Maps navigation. …
Mark Zuckerberg finally reacts to Facebook whistleblower’s claims
Facebook whistleblower Frances Haugen testified on Tuesday before the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Haugen’s testimony came after a few tumultuous weeks for …
An internet provider sued Netflix because its new show is too popular
Korean internet provider SK Broadband wants Netflix to pay for costs associated with increased network traffic, as more people in the region are streaming popular …
Nightmarish iOS 15 bug deletes saved photos from your iPhone
No software update is flawless, but iOS 15 is shaping up to be one of Apple’s most bug-filled releases ever. One of the worst bugs …
Facebook whistleblower drops bombshell that has everyone talking
A series of Wall Street Journal reports showed proof in recent weeks that Facebook is knowingly taking advantage of the toxicity that can appear on …
Microsoft Office 2021 finally has a price and release date
Microsoft 365 might be the easiest way to access Microsoft’s powerful productivity suite, especially for families, groups of friends, and businesses. But going this route …
Google is making one of Android’s best features easier to use on Chrome and iPhone
Have you ever been browsing the internet and happened upon a product you knew you needed? In some cases, identifying that product can be a …
Google Maps has a new feature that might end up saving your life
Google made several Google Maps announcements in its Search On event on Wednesday. They highlight some of Google’s navigation-related initiatives that might not have an …
1Password’s brilliant new security feature lets you hide your email
We’ve often recommended password manager apps, as they’re the kind of tools that can help you secure your online accounts without ever having to recycle …
These awesome new Google Maps driving mode features are coming soon
Google Maps users who rely on Google’s popular navigation app for most of their drives should be happy to hear that a massive software update …
Netflix just revealed something we thought would be a secret forever
Streaming companies rarely release the viewership data that people in the industry and customers would want to know. They often provide some stats to demonstrate …
Spotify on iOS 15 is destroying people’s iPhone battery life
iPhone users who don’t mind running potentially buggy software have been testing iOS 15 since June. But most users just got access to the final …
‘iPhone Storage Almost Full’ bug plaguing users who update to iOS 15
Apple rolled out iOS 15 and iPadOS 15 on Monday, bringing a number of new features and changes to iPhone and iPad. Most people seem …
The peculiar case of the Google Maps ghost
People love ghosts, as evidenced by the endless number of ghost hunting shows on TV. But what about digital ghosts that many people can experience …
Microsoft is finally following through on its promise to kill passwords
Microsoft announced plans to “kill” the password years ago. It’s finally going forward with a commercial solution that would allow people to remove the passwords …
WhatsApp launches encrypted backups on iPhone and Android
WhatsApp is one of the chat apps available on iPhone and Android that offers end-to-end encryption. That means that all instant messages, voice calls, and …
Apple refused Epic’s request to bring ‘Fortnite’ back to iPhone in Korea
Epic Games and Apple are embroiled in a major App Store legal battle. The outcome might have significant repercussions on how the App Store and …
Windows 11 performance improvements will make your PC feel even faster
The official Windows 11 rollout will start in less than a month. That’s when the new operating system will exit beta, and eligible users will …
