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  • Phone showing Google apps

    5 Surprisingly Useful Android Apps That Aren't On The Play Store

    While the Play Store hosts millions of apps, many useful ones are missing from the platform. Here are the best apps available on third-party stores.

    By Marinel Sigue 53 min ago Read More
  • Person using computer which displays the Google home screen.

    3 Useful Google Workspace Features You're Probably Not Using

    Are you getting the most out of Google Workspace? Learn 3 powerful, underutilized features designed to optimize your workflow and step up your daily routine.

    By Joe Oliveto 2 hours ago Read More
  • A cellphone displaying the Spotify logo against a blurred background

    New Spotify Feature Makes It Easier To Shame Friends With Embarrassing Taste

    Spotify is rolling out a new way to react to songs in collaborative playlists. It's a fun addition, but it could also become a source of friendly ribbing.

    By Nichols deCourville 3 hours ago Read More
  • Beats Studio Buds placed in the front of their packaging

    Apple Just Updated The Beats Studio Buds To Fix A Major Bluetooth Security Flaw

    Someone nearby could be silently eavesdropping on your conversations. Discover the firmware patch rolling out right now to secure your devices.

    By Gaurav Shukla 5 hours ago Read More
  • A person holding a phone and watching a video, about to tap on an option to get English subtitles

    The Reason Gen Z Loves Subtitles Isn't A Hearing Problem, Study Shows

    Over a third of U.S. adults use subtitles regularly, and the number is higher for younger viewers. A new study points to the habits and behaviors behind it.

    By Asad Kashif 9 hours ago Read More
  • An iPhone and an Android device next to each other

    12 Android Features That Were On iPhone First

    Smartphones have fused intuitive UI and evolving capabilities for nearly 20 years. Which Android features originated in the iPhone, and how long in advance?

    By Ritwik Mitra 1 day ago Read More
  • An image of an iPhone showing the App Store

    Apple Has Been Recording Your Every Move On The App Store

    Apple has made privacy an instrumental part of it's iPhone promise, but now it appears the company may be recording user interactions on the App Store.

    By José Adorno 1 day ago Read More
  • A driver using the Waze app on a smartphone.

    Waze's Latest Update Adds A Useful Feature That's Been Missing For Far Too Long

    Waze is rolling out a navigation feature that Google Maps has had since 2022. Not everyone has it yet, but it's making its way through the app.

    By Chris Smith 1 day ago Read More
  • Close-up of a car's infotainment screen displaying Waze and other apps via Android Auto

    Google Might Have Finally Fixed Android Auto's Worst Connection Issue

    If you've ever used Android Auto, you may have experienced frequent disconnections in your car. Seems like the issue has finally been fixed by Google.

    By Gaurav Shukla 1 day ago Read More
  • gmail on a laptop

    Gmail's AI Summaries Highlight A Growing Problem With Google's Gemini Expansion

    Google has been injecting Gemini features into multiple Workspace apps, which can be helpful, and now it has released AI summaries in Gmail.

    By Joshua Hawkins 2 days ago Read More
  • Hand Interacting with Apple CarPlay in Vehicle

    5 New Apple CarPlay Features Coming In iOS 27

    iOS 27 will be adding a lot of updates, and perhaps the most exciting are changes coming to Apple's CarPlay system which will make it much more user-friendly.

    By José Adorno 2 days ago Read More
  • The Messages app icon on an iPhone 5 display, showing one notification.

    Why iMessage Sometimes Shows Three Blinking Dots Even When No One Is Typing

    The three blinking dots in iMessage don't always mean what you think they do. There's a simple explanation for why they show up when it seems no one is typing.

    By Chris Smith 2 days ago Read More
  • An iPhone mockup with Apple Music's new artist page in iOS 27

    5 New Apple Music Features Coming In iOS 27

    iOS 27 isn't bringing any major changes to Apple Music, but as with the rest of the software, there are some improvements coming to make it feel snappier.

    By José Adorno 2 days ago Read More
  • Smartphone with Android logo, google logo visible in background

    5 Cool New Features Added In Android's June 2026 Update

    Google held its annual I/O event in May 2026, revealing numerous new features and improvements for Android, new developer tools, and updates to its AI.

    By Joshua Hawkins 2 days ago Read More
  • Screenshot of WhatCable behind Macbook with USB C cable to the side

    This Free App Lets You Test Your USB Cables (And Find Hidden Info On Them)

    This free, open-source app can offer a wealth of information about your USB cables, including charging diagnostics and warnings about "unusual" cables.

    By Joel Loynds 3 days ago Read More
  • A Flock Safety video camera stand above a treelined area in broad daylight.

    Flock Cameras Are Tracking More Than License Plates: Here's Where All That Data Goes

    Flock Safety’s massive network of cameras, drones, and audio recording devices stores all kinds of data and has already been abused by authorities.

    By Alec Hively 3 days ago Read More
  • laptop running windows 11 with start menu pulled up

    Windows 11's June Update Added A Cool New Feature That Could Speed Up Your Old PC

    Microsoft is rolling out a brand new update to add a new profile for Windows 11 users that is aimed at speeding up its sluggish OS.

    By Joshua Hawkins 3 days ago Read More
  • The stock Apple Calculator app as it appears on an iPhone X

    This Free Calculator App Is A Vault Hidden In Plain Sight

    App stores are now seeing the rise of "Vault Apps," which are designed to help users hide apps, data, and more from any prying eyes.

    By Nichols deCourville 3 days ago Read More
  • a person holding a google pixel 9 showing the home screen

    This Google Pixel Feature Hidden In Plain Sight Is Its Most Convenient Tool

    Your Google Pixel phone offers a time-saving feature built into its "Recent Apps" screen that many users have never even noticed.

    By Faith Leroux 3 days ago Read More
  • Android Auto icon about to be touched on a car display screen

    5 Clever Ways To Use Google Gemini With Android Auto

    Google Gemini is being used to change how drivers interact with Android Auto, and you may not realize just how deep its features can be.

    By Christian Wait 4 days ago Read More
  • A woman holding an iPhone 16

    How To Get The Best Audio Recording On An iPhone

    At the end of the day, it depends on what's in your budget and what's most important to you, but this is how to get the best audio recording on an iPhone.

    By José Adorno 4 days ago Read More
  • Mockup of iPod touch playing an Apple Music song

    Can You Use Apple Music On An iPod?

    You love your iPod because it has been handy and reliable for years, but before you try to add Apple Music to your device, you'll want to make sure you can.

    By José Adorno 4 days ago Read More
  • Person using remote on smart TV

    Why Do Streaming Services Make You Update Your Household?

    One of the latest annoying features of streaming services is the requirement to occasionally update your household; here's why they want you to do it.

    By Joel Loynds 4 days ago Read More
  • The AirPods Pro placed next to an iPhone.

    What Does The Flashing Green Light Mean On AirPods?

    AirPods can be one of the most important accessories for your iPhone, so you'll want to make sure you know what this warning means and how to deal with it.

    By Michael Bizzaco 4 days ago Read More
  • A person controlling multiple smart appliances in her living room with her phone

    12 Smart Home Gadget Rules Everyone Should Follow

    The smart home revolution came piecemeal. With companies competing to smarten your future home, these common-sense rules keep everything playing nice.

    By Ritwik Mitra 4 days ago Read More
  • Spotify app icon on mobile phone

    5 Reasons Why People Ditch Spotify

    While Spotify sits at the top of the music streaming industry, users have been leaving the platform for a variety of reasons. Here are some prominent ones.

    By Jorge Luis 5 days ago Read More
  • Three young people looking at a smartphone

    The Surprising Alternative To Google That Gen Z Is Using

    Google has been the king of search engines for years, but it's losing ground among younger users. Here's the surprising alternative Gen Z is using instead.

    By Talia Roepel 6 days ago Read More
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