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I tested Google Maps Live View vs Apple Maps Guide Me — which map app has the better AR navigation?
By Richard Priday published
Apple Maps and Google Maps both have AR navigation mode, and after testing them, I have the highs and lows of using both, plus an overall favorite.

I use an iPhone but this new Google Maps feature just might convince me to switch to a Pixel — here's why
By Scott Younker last updated
Google Maps has a new mode that reduces battery usage in case your phone is low. But it's not available for every device yet - here's how to know when (and if) it's coming to your phone.

You can reduce Liquid Glass transparency on macOS Tahoe — here's how
By David Crookes published
If you're not a fan of Liquid Glass on macOS Tahoe, here's how you can reduce it.

Slack was down — live updates as service is restored
By Dave LeClair last updated
It's not just you; Slack was experiencing issues, and it impacted work globally.

7 Windows 11 apps I install first on every laptop and desktop PC I review
By Alex Wawro last updated
From 7-Zip to Everything, these are the (free!) apps I install first on every Windows laptop and desktop I review because they make me more productive, versatile and comfortable on my PC.

Google Maps is getting a huge upgrade for millions — and it could be a real lifesaver
By Scott Younker last updated
Google Maps may soon introduce a power-saving mode that could keep you traveling longer.

This weird Windows 11 bug makes Task Manager clone itself — and you can’t close it
By Scott Younker last updated
A bug in Windows 11 KB5067036 is causing the Task Manager to copy itself and prevent it from closing.

Microsoft was down — LIVE updates on outage that took down Azure, Xbox, 365 and more
By Scott Younker last updated
Microsoft and several connected software systems are suffering an outage.
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