Microsoft is ending support and updates for Office 2021 on October 13. What does that mean, and what are your alternatives?

From enabling secure DNS to double-checking extensions, here's how I stay one step ahead of the cybercriminals while on the web.

Do you own an older iPhone that doesn’t support Siri AI or Apple Intelligence? Upgrading to iOS 27 is still worth the effort. Here are seven reasons why.

New with iOS 27 (and iPadOS 27) is a setting called Impersonation Risk Detection that aims to warn you of suspicious activity that could trap you in a scam.

The 2026 edition of Windows 11 is now officially available. But what does it offer over the 2025 version, and is it worth updating your PC?

I upgraded my iPhone 16 Pro as soon as the 18 Pro dropped - and I don't regret it. Here are five reasons why.

The first update to iOS 27 squashes a bug in which the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max would freeze or restart when you try to use Face ID.

Due October 13, the $80 Surface mouse packs an impressive array of features. I want one.

Some owners, including me, have reported sudden shutdowns while adjusting Apple Watch settings.

Siri AI has finally arrived on WatchOS, but you’ll find other useful features, too. Here are my five favorites.

A bug in the Windows Sept patch Tuesday update may stop File History from working. But a new optional update fixes it.

With iOS 27, Apple has spruced the Wallet app so that it’s even more helpful. Here are five new things you should try.

With the new onscreen awareness feature, Siri can provide information and answer questions about the content on any iPhone screen. Here's how I use it.

With the new onscreen awareness feature, Siri can provide information and answer questions about the content on any iPhone screen. Here's how I use it.

Whether you just bought a new iPhone or upgraded to iOS 27 on your existing phone, here are five things you should do before diving in.

Got an iPhone 15 Pro, Pro Max, or 16? Apple is doling out $250 million - here’s how to qualify and file a claim to get your cut.

These invites sneak past your security software to embed themselves in your calendar. But you can thwart them before they do any damage.

Apple's default web browser has a host of helpful features to help you navigate the web. Upgrading to iOS 27 or iPadOS 27 adds automatic tab groups, custom extensions, and live page tracking.

No matter where or how you use Meta’s AI, you should take certain precautions to safeguard your privacy as much as possible. Here’s what you can do.

Apple's polarizing UI design isn't going anywhere, but iOS 27 gives you more control to tone down some things. Here's how to make Liquid Glass less transparent.

The Shortcuts app provides access to a huge number of existing shortcuts, along with the ability to create and run your own on the iPhone, iPad, Mac, or Apple Watch.

The latest out-of-band update resolves a few problems in Windows 11, including one that cut off the sound for certain USB audio devices.

Apple’s new flagship 18 Pro and Duo phones are both enticing handsets. Here’s how to choose between them based on your own interests and priorities.

Even if you're not ready for iOS 27, there's an important new update for you too. Here's what's new.

The September Patch Tuesday update is causing audio problems with certain USB devices, but you may be able to resolve it yourself.

Do your kids waste too much time on Instagram or TikTok? With Apple's Screen Time, you can set limits for them and (hopefully) teach them healthier device habits.

A new Apple support page explains how Siri AI and other AI-powered tools in the new OS will be controlled.

A new Apple support page explains how Siri AI and other AI-powered tools in the new OS will be controlled.

I wasn't planning to replace my Series 10 watch yet, but these new features changed my mind.

The iPhone Duo vs. iPhone 18 Pro decision was easy for me. Here's why.

iOS 26.6.2 squashes a bug that could prevent users without Wi-Fi from downloading software updates, including iOS 27.

The September Windows 11 update set a new patching record with almost 1,000 security flaws fixed.

I've been using Gemini with Android Auto on my daily commute. Here's how to set it up and what you can do with it when you're behind the wheel.

Import a supported Google Play book, and Gemini Notebook will use it as a source of information to generate reports, quizzes, podcasts, and more.

Here's what to know about the glitch, and the only action you can take for now.

No longer limited to the Mac, Perplexity's Personal Computer for Windows AI can complete complex tasks on your PC with little or no input from you.

I certainly won't be creating the next cinematic masterpiece with Google Flow, but it's a fairly adept filmmaker if you're looking to experiment with video generation.

OpenAI's agentic ChatGPT Work can sign in to your online accounts without any interaction on your part. Is that a privacy risk?

I challenged four leading chatbots with the same topic. Here's how they fared and how to try it yourself.

Ready for the biggest Siri update in years? Whether you're tinkering in the iOS 27 public beta or want to be ready for the stable release this fall, here's how to make Apple's upgraded AI assistant wo...

I use multiple browsers every day, and this free utility fixed one of my biggest annoyances.

Running an AI model locally, Perplexity's new Portable Computer can deliver faster performance, tighter security, and lower costs. But it has some strict requirements.

Be prepared to pay more for an Echo Dot, 16 GB Kindle, Fire TV Stick HD, and Amazon eero 7 mesh router, among several other products.

ChatGPT can now analyze text messages on your Mac to reveal how you interact with others.

Designed for Windows, MacOS, iOS, and Android, Wispr Flow is a pleasure to use compared with other voice dictation apps. Here's how.

A bad browser extension can be a security nightmare. If it's been hijacked by a bad actor, your personal data may be at risk. Here's how to nuke the add-ons you're no longer using.

You'll be able to tweak the right-click context menus in Windows to remove items you don't want, thereby decreasing the clutter.

Along with MacOS and iPadOS, the latest update to iOS fixes a host of security bugs that could otherwise leave your device vulnerable to compromise or crashes.

New spyware attacks are aimed at journalists, activists, politicians, diplomats, and others. Here's how Apple is notifying them and what they should do - after turning on Lockdown Mode.