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  • Instagram icon highlighted amongst other apps on a device screen

    Meta Can Now Read Your Instagram DMs – Here's How To Protect Yourself

    Unfortunately for those who enjoy secure messaging, Meta's Instagram app can now read your DMs. Here's what you should do to protect yourself.

    By Alan Bradley 6 min ago Read More
  • Person using a stylus to interact with a calendar app on their computer.

    4 Of The Best Google Calendar Alternatives

    Leaving Google Calendar is easier said than done, but there are several solid replacements if you want more privacy, better tools, or extra control.

    By Matthew Sholtz 1 hour ago Read More
  • search results for battery saver apps on the Play Store

    Why Battery-Saving Apps Might Actually Be A Myth

    Battery-saving apps are everywhere, and millions of people swear by them. Whether they're actually doing what users think is a different matter entirely.

    By Kazim Alvi 3 hours ago Read More
  • Google Maps displayed on a smartphone

    The 4 Best New Features Added To Google Maps In 2026 (So Far)

    Just like every other app in 2026, Google Maps is jumping on the AI bandwagon and injecting it into its software to improve the app's capabilities.

    By Alan Bradley 6 hours ago Read More
  • A Windows 11 logo on a laptop screen

    These Privacy Settings Can Make Windows 11 Far Less Annoying To Use

    Windows 11 has lately turned unusable due to the AI bloatware and privacy-intruding features, but here are some settings that can mitigate these problems.

    By Alan Bradley 14 hours ago Read More
  • Microsoft logo on colourful background

    Two Legacy Products Microsoft Is Ending Support For In 2026

    Microsoft will be ending a number of legacy products throughout 2026, meaning it may already be time for you to find replacements or upgrade software.

    By Joel Loynds 20 hours ago Read More
  • An iPhone with its screen locked

    iOS 26.5 Is Now Available With 6 Cool New Features

    iOS 26.5 is now rolling out to iPhones everywhere, adding new features like end-to-end RCS encryption and Suggested Places in the Maps app.

    By José Adorno 22 hours ago Read More
  • A MacBook pro on a table with some notebooks and TV remotes around it.

    macOS 27 To Address Mac Users' Biggest Problem With Tahoe

    macOS 26 Tahoe had more than a few issues trying to implement the new Liquid Glass design, but macOS 27 is expected to address them.

    By José Adorno 23 hours ago Read More
  • The Home page in the Fire TV Channels app

    What Are Amazon Fire TV Channels, And Why Are They So Popular?

    Corporate giant Amazon is now offering a new app called Amazon Fire TV Channels, but what exactly do these channels offer, and why are they gaining popularity?

    By Michael Bizzaco 2 days ago Read More
  • Hands holding iPhone showing back camera

    You Should Change This One Camera Setting Across All Your iPhone Apps

    There are a lot of settings related to how your iPhone interacts with your phone's camera, but experts recommend changing this one immediately.

    By Marinel Sigue 2 days ago Read More
  • A close up shot of YouTube on a phone in the foreground and on a desktop in the background

    5 Powerful YouTube Features You Need To Start Using

    For as old as YouTube is, it's not surprising that it has numerous features for its users to take advantage of and improve their viewing experience.

    By Chifundo Kasiya 3 days ago Read More
  • Close-up of a smartphone with the Instagram logo

    3 Hidden Instagram Features You Need To Start Using

    Instagram is still one of the most popular social media apps in the world, but some of its features remain hidden. Here are a few you might want to know about.

    By Joe Oliveto 3 days ago Read More
  • Flipper Zero in someones hands with the screen on and settings visible.

    This Flipper Zero App Shows How Vulnerable Digital Price Tags Really Are

    Digital price tags have been raising concerns among customers for months now, and a new Flipper Zero app has revealed just how vulnerable they really are.

    By Briley Kenney 3 days ago Read More
  • The Dropbox logo on a phone

    Why There's Simply No Need For Dropbox Anymore

    Is it time to delete Dropbox? Explore how all-in-one platforms are offering more value, better features, and seamless syncing for your digital life.

    By Talia Roepel 3 days ago Read More
  • Google Chrome logo on a smartphone display in person's hands.

    Change These 4 Google Chrome Settings To Protect Your Privacy

    Browsing online can expose you to a multitude of privacy threats. However, here are some Google Chrome settings that will help you safeguard your data online.

    By Briley Kenney 3 days ago Read More
  • A woman lunging with weights while wearing the new Fitbit Air tracker.

    Your Fitbit App Is About To Completely Change — Here's Why

    Fitbit users have a big change coming. Google is officially retiring the Fitbit app in 2026 and replacing it with something new that brings AI into the picture.

    By Christine Persaud 4 days ago Read More
  • Two hands holding Kindle with case on showing text on screen

    5 Underrated Places To Get Free Ebooks For Kindle

    Public-domain archives, indie promos, and deal alerts can help build a library without paying for every book you want to read on your Kindle.

    By Matthew Sholtz 4 days ago Read More
  • Person using a MacBook to install free and open source apps.

    11 Free And Open-Source Apps Every Mac User Needs To Try

    Major operating systems sometimes leave out features users love. That's where these free, open-source app selections come in to customize your computer time.

    By Khamosh Pathak 5 days ago Read More
  • Google Chrome logo in the background with Gemini AI title in the foreground.

    Google Chrome Just Silently Installed A 4GB AI Model On Your Device - Here's How To Remove It

    If you use Google Chrome on your computer, the browser has silently installed an on-device AI model without your knowledge. Here's how you can remove it.

    By Briley Kenney 5 days ago Read More
  • A cartoonish rendition of the Clippy Microsoft Office assistant in front of a blue background

    What Happened To Clippy? Why Microsoft Retired Its Office Assistant

    Clippy was an animated virtual assistant in Microsoft Office that most millennials remember, but now it's primarily seen as a meme and in pop culture.

    By Aaron Greenbaum 6 days ago Read More
  • A closeup showing a Samsung Galaxy S series phone from the back

    The 5 Biggest New Features One UI 8.5 Added To Galaxy Phones

    Samsung has begun rolling out One UI 8.5 to even more devices, and these 5 new features are among the reasons you should update your Galaxy ASAP.

    By Asad Kashif 6 days ago Read More
  • Someone holding a Samsung Galaxy S26, with the back facing the camera

    5 Android Apps And Features That Can Replace Your Old Office Gadgets For Free

    Free Android apps and built-in features have made a lot of old office hardware unnecessary. These five stand out as the most practical replacements.

    By Chifundo Kasiya 6 days ago Read More
  • Person reading an ebook on Kindle next to stack of physical books

    Do You Really Own The Books On Your Kindle?

    You might have purchased hundreds, or even thousands, of digital books for your Amazon Kindle, but do you actually own those books or not?

    By Eduardo Ariedo 7 days ago Read More
  • ssorted social apps, including TikTok, Sora, YouTube, Snapchat, Instagram, and Facebook, are seen on the screen of an iPhone.

    What Does The Purple Circle Mean On Snapchat?

    The various colors of notifications in Snapchat, such as the purple circle, keep you up to date on what kinds of messages your friends are sending you.

    By José Adorno 7 days ago Read More
  • Google Maps icon displayed on smartphone screen

    5 Google Maps Features You've Been Missing Out On

    Most people tend to use Google Maps just to navigate from their location to a particular destination, but the app has several cool features that aren't obvious.

    By Marinel Sigue 7 days ago Read More
  • A low-angle view of an IBM logo sign in front of a modern glass office building.

    10 Game-Changing Inventions You Might Not Realize Come From IBM

    Discover 10 surprising inventions from IBM that revolutionized technology. Learn the history behind the tools and systems that define our digital lives.

    By Sydney Louw Butler 7 days ago Read More
  • A hand tapping a phone scanning a black shoe using the Polycam app.

    This Free App Can Duplicate Anything You Own With A 3D Printer

    Need copies of a discontinued product or a replacement component for an appliance? You're in luck. This app can convert any object into a printable 3D model.

    By Alan Bradley 8 days ago Read More
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