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A February surprise: The latest Android update quietly delivers fixes and features you'll want
A February surprise: The latest Android update quietly delivers fixes and features you'll want
Android is set to receive yet another update, and it looks like it's going to be one of the smaller updates in recent history. That doesn't mean you should avoid it.
Feb. 4, 2025
These xMEMs earbuds deliver deliciously smooth sound at an affordable price point
These xMEMs earbuds deliver deliciously smooth sound at an affordable price point
Creative's Aurvana Ace Mimi earbuds deliver surprisingly great sound quality and support low-energy audio to extend battery life.
Feb. 3, 2025
5 quick and easy ways I improved my phone's cellular reception without spending a dime
5 quick and easy ways I improved my phone's cellular reception without spending a dime
A reboot is always a solid option, but before that, there are other steps to take if you're lost in the woods and disconnected.
Feb. 3, 2025
Is Apple launching an AirTag 2 this year? Here's what we know
Is Apple launching an AirTag 2 this year? Here's what we know
The release of a new Apple AirTag appears imminent for multiple reasons. Here's what we know and when you can expect it.
Feb. 3, 2025
6 Slack tips I swear by to turn a chaotic workspace into a well-oiled machine
6 Slack tips I swear by to turn a chaotic workspace into a well-oiled machine
If Slack is your go-to for communication and collaboration, you might want to tweak the UI to make it easier to use.
Feb. 3, 2025
Microsoft 365 is dumping its VPN - try these alternatives instead
Microsoft 365 is dumping its VPN - try these alternatives instead
The company is retiring the VPN tool while raising prices for Microsoft 365 Personal and Family subscriptions.
Feb. 3, 2025
I found a wallet tracker that works as well as an AirTag - and it's much cheaper
I found a wallet tracker that works as well as an AirTag - and it's much cheaper
This ultra-thin wallet tracker is shaped like a credit card, works with the Apple Find My network, and extremely reliable.
Feb. 3, 2025
Save the date! Apple is set to change the way you send event invites - here's what we know
Save the date! Apple is set to change the way you send event invites - here's what we know
Codenamed Confetti, Apple's upcoming tool will reportedly make it easier to invite people to events and let you know who's coming.
Feb. 3, 2025
How I turned traditional Ubuntu Mate into a modern, minimal desktop - and you can too
How I turned traditional Ubuntu Mate into a modern, minimal desktop - and you can too
Ubuntu Mate 24.10 is a desktop operating system that helps ease new users into the world of Linux with a fairly traditional UI that can be easily updated with built-in features.
Feb. 3, 2025
Magnify your screen and more with PowerToys' new ZoomIt tool - here's how
Magnify your screen and more with PowerToys' new ZoomIt tool - here's how
A handy tool for presentations, demos and even accessibility, ZoomIt lets you zoom in on the screen, mark up the current page, and even capture your screen activity.
Feb. 3, 2025
Is this the end of multi-year AppleCare+ plans? What's replacing them and why
Is this the end of multi-year AppleCare+ plans? What's replacing them and why
This seems to be a move toward making AppleCare+ an ongoing monthly subscription.
Feb. 3, 2025
'Tiny' Linux 6.14-rc1 released: What's new in 500,000 lines of modified code
'Tiny' Linux 6.14-rc1 released: What's new in 500,000 lines of modified code
Even a small kernel update brings significant changes. Here's what's improved.
Feb. 3, 2025