What is VPN obfuscation and do I need it? By Chiara Castro published 16 September 22 vpn VPN obfuscation is the technology that allows you to circumvent VPN blocking. Here, we explore how VPN obfuscation works and when you need it.
Google Play now tailors reviews based on your device type By Tom Pritchard last updated 20 October 22 Google Play reviews are getting some personalization, showing you reviews based on your device type.
Google Photos just got a bunch of upgraded features — here’s what’s new By Tom Pritchard published 15 September 22 Google Photos is getting a big upgrade, with a bunch of new features, upgrades and sharing options.
Best free Zoom backgrounds By Anthony Spadafora last updated 4 January 23 Download the best free Zoom backgrounds to use as your virtual background in meetings and calls.
It's official — Google Meet is getting one of Zoom’s best features By Sanjana Prakash published 30 August 22 Google Meet will get one of Zoom’s most handy shortcuts that allows you to hold down on the space bar to unmute yourself and chime into the conversation. The feature will roll out September 9.
Facebook fixes a ridiculous glitch By Marc McLaren published 24 August 22 Facebook was hit by a bug that’s causing comments on celebrity pages to appear in people's news feeds.
iPhones are reportedly getting a lot more ads — and that’s a terrible idea By Roland Moore-Colyer last updated 23 October 22 Apple could reportedly be putting more ads on iPhone, and I reckon that could be a very bad idea.
Android 13 goes live for Pixel phones today — here’s all the new features By Alan Martin last updated 15 August 22 If you’ve not been on the beta, here’s what you can expect from Android 13 when it reaches your phone.
Zoom flaw allows hackers to take over your Mac — update right now By Alan Martin published 15 August 22 Zoom 5.11.5 for macOS fixed an exploit that could allow hackers to take control of a user’s Mac.
WhatsApp will soon let you leave group chats on the sly By Alan Martin published 10 August 22 Upcoming WhatsApp update will at last let you exit group chats without making a scene.
WhatsApp now lets you delete messages two days after sending them By Roland Moore-Colyer last updated 10 August 22 WhatsApp will now let you delete messages more than two days after you've sent them.
These popular apps are being mimicked to spread malware — here's how to protect yourself By Peter Wolinski last updated 26 September 22 VirusTotal reveals which popular apps hackers mimic to infiltrate user systems. Here's what to look for and how to protect yourself.
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Google Maps is getting a big upgrade that will make your life easier By Tom Pritchard last updated 29 September 22 Google Maps is launching its first Immersive View features, and it has Apple Maps in its sights.
Gas prices are still out of hand — but Google Maps could help By Tom Pritchard published 16 July 22 Google Map's eco-friendly routing is getting an upgrade that will help you save more money on gasoline.
31 new emojis could be coming this year — here’s all the options By Tom Pritchard published 14 July 22 New emojis are on the way, and here's your first look at what could be coming.
How to download the iPadOS 16 public beta By Alex Wawro published 12 July 22 The iPadOS 16 public beta is here, for those willing to take the risk. Here's how to download it and what you should know.
How to download the macOS Ventura public beta By Alex Wawro published 11 July 22 Just make sure to back up your Mac first!
Android Auto bug is blowing up icons to hilarious sizes By Tom Pritchard last updated 24 August 22 Some Android Auto users are reporting enlarged icons are making it impossible to use.
Google just issued urgent security fix for Chrome — what to do now By Roland Moore-Colyer last updated 5 September 22 Stop what you’re doing and get this critical Google Chrome patch now.
Chrome just got a big upgrade to make your life easier By Malcolm McMillan published 1 July 22 Google has updated its Password Manager for Chrome and Android to address several concerns, including the ability to upload your own passwords manually.
Apple CarPlay could help you skip the gas lines thanks to iOS 16 By Tom Pritchard published 1 July 22 Apple CarPlay could let you pay for gas without getting out of your car — all thanks to iOS 16.
This life-saving Google Pixel feature just got tipped for other Android phones By Tom Pritchard last updated 12 October 22 Google Pixel's life-saving feature might not be exclusive for very long.
Amazon Prime Video just got a big upgrade it’s been sorely missing By Roland Moore-Colyer last updated 2 July 22 Amazon Prime Video finally has the one upgrade it's been missing — it now works on smart TV, streaming sticks and more.
FCC commissioner demands Apple and Google remove TikTok app By Malcolm McMillan published 29 June 22 FCC Commissioner Brendan Carr posted a letter on Twitter requesting that Apple and Google pull ByteDance-owned Tik Tok from their respective app stores by July 8
Google Docs just got a big upgrade to help you ditch Office By Tom Pritchard published 29 June 22 Google Docs is now able to edit Office files offline, for maximum productivity even in Wi-Fi blackspots.
Chrome just got a big upgrade on iPhones — here’s all the new features By Tom Pritchard published 24 June 22 Chrome for iOS is about to get faster, safer and a lot more useful.
NordVPN's bundle deal offers tons of extras – but do you really need them? By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated 21 July 22 vpn Nord's Complete plan offers NordVPN along with NordPass and NordLocker storage. It's incredible value – if you need the extras.
A seriously annoying Google Maps bug just got fixed — get the update now By Tom Pritchard last updated 8 July 22 Google Maps just fixed an annoying bug on Android Auto.
Apple WWDC 2022 rumors, iOS 16, MacBook Air and everything to expect By Henry T. Casey published 21 June 22 We've got everything to know about Apple WWDC 2022, with all of the big updates — and possible hardware teases or reveals.
