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15 powerful tricks for your Google Pixel Clock app
Your Pixel phone's Clock app is surprisingly smart and full of thoughtful features, but some of its most exceptional elements are all too easy to overlook.
Windows 10: A guide to the updates
Here's what you need to know about each update to the current version of Windows 10 as it's released from Microsoft. Now updated for KB5028166, released on July 11, 2023.
Apple's disappearing Rapid Security Response update (u)
If some services don’t seem to be working well this morning on your Apple device, it could be a recent Rapid Security Response Update that's to blame — but you're still better off.
Apple's cutting-edge Vision Pro doesn't need iPhone sales to succeed
Vision Pro sales forecasts are not good barometers of success for a platform we already know will evolve and become pervasive over time.
Apple was right not to run a social network
I’m glad Apple at least put some priority on privacy at a time when no one else in Big Tech chose to.
Apple’s new 15-in. M2 MacBook Air is a consumer workhorse
While some compromises will drive pro users to remain pro, Apple's first 15-inch MacBook Air is a robust and reliable machine you can take anywhere.
Could Apple Card finally become an international service?
There was big interest when Apple partnered with Goldman Sachs and introduced Apple Card, but the two never managed to introduce the Cupertino credit card outside the US. Can this change?
Apple’s Vision Pro: Will it work for work?
The company’s ‘spatial computing’ device could be the first step on a long journey to the promised land of AR glasses, say analysts. But early-adopter businesses might still find the Vision Pro useful.
How to handle Windows 10 and 11 updates
You can significantly delay some Windows updates, temporarily pause others, control what time of day they’re installed, uninstall problematic updates, and more. Here’s how.
How we know that Apple’s Vision Pro means business
Apple’s big announcement was impressive. But what we’ve learned since then points the way to a massive enterprise adoption of spacial computing.
Businesses to boost Windows 11 adoption in ‘24, but Windows 10 still dominates
Economic uncertainty has slowed enterprise adoption of Windows 11, but analysts expect most companies to make the transition next year – if economic fears don’t get in the way.
Microsoft pushes for government regulation of AI. Should we trust it?
The generative AI gold rush is on, but there are few real guardrails now governing its use. If action isn’t taken soon, any regulations might be too late to do any good.
For Apple users, tips on improving Wi-Fi performance
At home or in the office, everyone needs better wireless connectivity. Here are a few ways to build back your networks better.
The secret to a smarter Android lock screen
Turn your Android phone's lock screen into a true productivity powerhouse with this super-simple efficiency-enhancing hack.
Windows 11 Insider Previews: What’s in the latest build?
Get the latest info on new preview builds of Windows 11 as they roll out to Windows Insiders. Now updated for Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 23493 for the Dev Channel and Builds 22621.1972 and 22631.1972 for the Beta Channel, all...
The EU Data Act is a lot bigger than iCloud
The EU is taking a stand against vendor lock-in for data services, including IoT, connected device, and cloud services.
Apple warns that UK's Online Safety Bill puts people at 'greater risk'
Some laws don't make you safer. Apple has joined the chorus of those who know what they're talking about to warn against a UK bill that breaks end-to-end encryption.
Apple wants Xcode to make you smarter
An Apple Xcode patent shows how it wants machine learning to augment what developers can do, not replace them.