Is Chrome Spying on You? Time to Switch Browsers?

Tech News and Opinions

Google Chrome has become surveillance software. It’s time to switch

You open your browser to look at the web. Do you know who is looking back at you?

Is Google Chrome spying on you?

It seems as Google’s software, with the ability to listen everything being said in a room, was being installed on computers without the owners’ consent, and everyone’s freaking out about it.

iPhone users hold onto aging handsets for longer than ever

The global smartphone market is slowing down, but nowhere are things declining faster than the premium end of the market.

Comparison Shop for Literally Anything Using 'Versus'

Enter a product or service—or anything at all—and Versus will tell you the alternatives.

States to Sue to Block T-Mobile-Sprint Merger

A group of states sued to block T-Mobile US Inc.’s proposed takeover of Sprint Corp. on antitrust grounds, putting pressure on the Justice Department as it nears a final decision on the merger of the two wireless carriers.

Amazon Prime Day 2019 is July 15 and 16

The big day(s) of deals will go down July 15 and 16. Amazon announced the dates this evening, saying that this will be the first time for Prime Day that there will be 48 hours worth of discounts.

Desktop and Laptop Tips and Tricks

The Best Free Desktop Software of 2019

Your phone is full of apps, but don't neglect the desktop. These free programs can make your life better on the PC, browser, and beyond.

Protect your online identity now: Fight hackers with these 5 security safeguards et

Having your identity stolen can be a nightmare, and cleaning up the mess can take months. You can make life difficult for a would-be identity thief by locking down these five key aspects of your online life.

Google's Chromebook App Hub for students and teachers is live

Google has a new way to help educators find good apps for the classroom.

Microsoft's Chromium Edge browser comes to Windows 7, 8

After only initially being available on Windows 10, Microsoft’s Chromium Edge browser is now available to those using Windows 7 and Windows 8.

How to partition a hard drive

Partitions allow you to segment a single drive for separating programs from files or installing a second OS

What Is the Menu Key For? (and How to Remap It)

Did you know your keyboard has a menu key? On full-size keyboards, you’ll find it to the left of your right Ctrl key. This key opens context menus, but you can tweak it to make it more useful.

How to do a clean installation of Windows 10

The best way to reinstall, upgrade, or set up a new device with Windows 10 is using a clean installation. Here's the reason why and every step you need to follow.

If I Can't Upgrade from Windows 7 to Windows 10, Now What?

While I always recommend upgrading to the latest and greatest version of whatever software you’re using, this might not be the best option if you’re running an older device that’s already struggling to function.

Mobile Computing – All OS’s

Amazon's new Kindle Oasis has a color-adjustable front light

The Seattle tech giant took the wraps off the refreshed Kindle Oasis, which features a 7-inch display with a screen density of 300 pixels per inch and an improved, color-adjustable front light.

Don't even bother cleaning your phone screen any other way than these

The absolute best techniques to keep that iPhone or Android screen sparkly clean.

How To Use Waze

Crowdsourced interactive mapping app Waze gives you the lowdown on traffic

17 Life-Changing Ways To Up Your Gmail Game

Check out some great plugins for Gmail.

80 Creative Photo Book Ideas

Creating a photo album takes a lot of work and planning, and it helps to have some inspiration on hand to get those creative juices flowing.

The 10 Best Calendar Apps for 2019

The right calendar app helps you stay on top of appointments, holidays, and celebrations, not to mention deadlines.

How to Make a Call from a Text Message

Text messages are quick to send and read, but sometimes you'll need to call the other person to clear something up or if you need more direct communication. Here's how to make a phone call from the text chat.

Mobile Computing – iOS Only

The One App That Ruins Your iPhone Battery—Even When It’s On Low Power Mode!

Sorry, but the Facebook app is going to continue to drain your battery, even when you’ve wisely set your phone to low power mode.

How to Delete Emails & Stop Default Archive on Your iPhone

Here's how to delete emails on your iPhone, by changing the default swipe action from archive to delete.

Apple Maps hands-on: Look Around and folders bring depth to iOS and iPadOS

Apple Maps may not have eclipsed Google Maps, but it’s become a true peer, excelling in some ways while remaining behind in others.

How to use the iCloud for Windows app

Apple and Microsoft are making it easier for users to access iCloud across Windows 10 PC and Apple devices. Here's how.

Answers to your burning questions about how ‘Sign In with Apple’ works

From a security perspective, Apple offers a better option for both users and developers alike compared with other social login systems such as Facebook and Google which, in the past, have been afflicted by massive security and privacy breaches.

Mobile Computing – Android only

The best Android tablets in 2019

Looking for the best Android tablet for your creative needs? We have you covered.

Google keeps failing to understand tablets

Like almost every company that’s ever tried to build a tablet. Google is now out of the tablet business.

Nova Launcher Adds 3 Different Color Choices for Night Mode

Rolling out in stable form over the weekend, Nova Launcher now offers 3 different darkly-colored choices for its Night Mode.

How to wipe your Android phone before selling or trading it in

Before you give your device away, delete your personal data

How to transfer old Android apps into a new phone

Keep your favorite apps, even if they’re no longer in the Play Store

Nova Launcher Adds 3 Different Color Choices for Night Mode

Rolling out in stable form over the weekend, Nova Launcher now offers 3 different darkly-colored choices for its Night Mode.

The Best Tech of the Year

Tech News and Opinions

The best tech of 2019 (so far)

We're only halfway through 2019 and we've already seen a crazy number of cool, innovative tech releases.

Top 10 Best Tech Gadgets and Devices of 2019

Checkout the top 10 tech gadgets that you will love to have with you as these tech gadgets are amazing to try.

The Best Sounding True Wireless Headphones of 2019

A lot of people may be looking for cheap true wireless headphones, but if you're looking for something with top-notch sound, this is the list for you.

How Do Smart Homes Work?

Smarthomes are like any other home, just with extra control options for lights, plugs, thermostats, and more. But those additional controls introduce complexity, and understanding how they work will help you build a better smarthome.

U.S. Government Announces 'Critical' Warning For Microsoft Windows Users

Research has already revealed that just under one million internet-facing machines are vulnerable to BlueKeep on port 3389, used by the Microsoft Remote Desktop feature. But that's just the tip of this insecurity iceberg.

Your Facebook account is a liability. Secure it now

It doesn't take long to make sure your Facebook account is locked down.

Windows 10 updates: We're now using AI to push 1803 users to 1903, says Microsoft

Microsoft starts using machine learning to shift devices running April 2018 Update and earlier to the latest version.

Desktop and Laptop Tips and Tricks

This Gmail labels secret will change how you think about your inbox

With a little outside-the-box thinking, Gmail labels can make your inbox smarter than ever.

Dropbox’s New Desktop App Wants to Be Your One and Only Workspace

In a bid to help you better handle “work about work,” the company has just unveiled a new desktop app that creates a single workspace for organizing your content, connecting your various tools, and collaborating with others.

How to use Windows 10's Windows Sandbox to test software

Learn how to leverage the built-in Windows Sandbox feature in Windows 10 to emulate a virtual desktop. This will come in handy when you're testing software applications.

How to Digitize and Share Old Family Photos

I would recommend not using any kind of “scan photos” app or feature on a smartphone or tablet—the quality is inconsistent for what you’re trying to do.

How to use Recommended Troubleshooting on Windows 10 May 2019 Update

Windows 10 can now suggest and resolve common problems automatically with Recommended Troubleshooting, and in this guide, we show you the steps to use the feature.

No more passwords? Windows 10 1903 is close to that goal, claims Microsoft

Microsoft says the latest version of Windows 10 reduces the role of passwords more than any previous version.

Mobile Computing – All OS’s

Spotify's latest playlist combines music and news for your commute

"Your Daily Drive" is the first playlist on the service to combine podcasts and music, with the goal of pairing "the very best of news talk shows, including the relevancy and personality of the hosts, with the best of audio streaming."

Get the most money when you sell or trade in your phone

These tips could help earn you more cash for your old iPhone or Android phone.

Best E-Readers 2019: Ebook Reader Reviews and Kindle Alternatives

When it comes to reading, many people still prefer print, but e-readers are quickly becoming a device of choice, thanks to their portability, ease of use and multi-function capabilities.

Amazon Kindle vs Kindle Paperwhite: is it worth spending more?

These two reading machines have plenty in common, but there are a number of key differences as well.

Kindle Paperwhite Tips and Tricks

5 tips and tricks to make your Kindle Paperwhite even more useful. JRC: Well worth reading this article if you use a Kindle.

Google expands Android's built-in security key to iOS devices

iPhone and iPad users can now use their secondary Android smartphones as 2SV/2FA security keys.

Mobile Computing – iOS Only

Apple iOS 12.3.2 Release: Should You Upgrade?

Most iPhone owners will not get a notification prompt to upgrade and there’s no need to worry about it. This upgrade is mostly for iPhone 8 owners.

How to instantly close all the open Safari tabs on your iPhone (and iPad)

In other words, how to Marie Kondo your digital life

How to set up and use Handoff on your iPhone and iPad

With Handoff, you can move back and forth between your Apple devices

Why iOS offloads apps and how to reinstall them

In iOS 11, Apple added an option to offload apps rather than just delete them as a compromise between apps you use and storage consumed.

Apple Watch tips and tricks

Some of the Apple Watch’s best features and most useful controls are not obvious to the casual user.

How to scan documents and make PDFs using Notes on your iPhone or iPad

You don’t need to download an app. With Notes on iOS, you can easily scan a document and even save it as a PDF.

Mobile Computing – Android Only

Waze on Android is getting the Google Assistant, too

Waze features have crept their way into Google Maps from time to time, and vice versa. Today’s news is the second thing: there will now be a Google Assistant button (and “Hey Google” hotwording) on Waze now.

Google Maps tells you how fast you're driving. Here's how

Google Maps has been rolling out the new speedometer feature to its users.

Samsung Galaxy S10 depreciated by 50% in 30 days, says a report

Bad news for Galaxy owners: A site for selling used phones says the S10+ has dropped in value.

Alternative app store Aptoide calls for Google to 'play fair'

One of the best things about Android is the ability to install apps from anywhere, allowing you to side-step the Play Store if you want to.

Google Drive and Photos Are Splitting: What You Need to Know

Google says, “the connection between these services is confusing,” so it’s making some changes to “simplify the experience.” Here’s what that means for you.

The Best Chromebooks for Back-to-School

Tech News and Opinions

Best Chromebooks for students in 2019

Microsoft Windows is ungainly. Apple Macs are too expensive. But Chromebooks have everything most students will need.

Firefox plans to offer a premium subscription before end of year; VPN and cloud storage considered

Mozilla Firefox is already one of the best web browsers in the business, but Mozilla CEO Chris Beard has hinted that a premium-level Firefox experience will soon be available for those who want a little extra.

All US iPhones can be made outside China to escape trade war

With US iPhones currently made in China, there has been much concern about the escalating trade war between the two countries. But Foxconn has said that the iPhone would be able to escape this fate, as the assembler has enough capacity in other countries to supply all US iPhones

Opera, Brave, Vivaldi to ignore Chrome's anti-ad-blocker changes, despite shared codebase

Other browser makers don't seem to be on board with Google's decision to neuter its extensions API, and essentially, ad blockers.

Google Stadia detailed: price, release date and the first games you’ll stream

Google Stadia will launch in November, with at least 31 games from 21 different publishers, for an initial “Founder’s Edition” price of $130 for a hardware starter kit with three months of premium service, and $10 a month afterwards.

iPad Pro vs Surface Pro 6: Can a tablet-laptop hybrid really replace your portable PC?

Apple and Microsoft have followed different paths, but their latest laptop replacements are strikingly similar. Can either one succeed as your next mobile productivity device?

Desktop and Laptop Tips and Tricks

10 things you should know about surge protectors

Surge protectors are an inexpensive way to protect your gear against random power spike damage. Here are a few tips before you start shopping.

How to disable your laptop touchpad

Does your laptop touchpad get in the way while you type? Here's how to turn it off.

How to Open and Use Chrome's Built In Task Manager

Google Chrome has its own built-in task manager that can help find and fix any issues that are causing it to run slow, have dead tabs, or crash.

How to use Gmail like a boss

Gmail is the world's dominant email platform. But you could be using it more efficiently

How to take a screenshot in Windows 10

Our guide provides several ways to take a screenshot ranging from the standard Print Screen key to utilizing Microsoft’s OneDrive platform.

How to Use Google Chrome’s Hidden Reader Mode

Chrome 75 has a hidden “Reader” mode that strips web pages down to the bare minimum to make them easier to, well, read. But it’s not enabled by default—here’s how to get it now.

Mobile Computing – All OS’s

It’s time to delete most of your apps

Unused apps on your phone can do more harm than simply taking up space.

45,000 Free Kindle Books

Find all the Kindle books that are currently free on Amazon in once place

Google Maps gets a speedometer: Another reason to look at your phone when driving?

Your car dash already has a speedometer, but now your smartphone is getting one too, thanks to a new feature in Google Maps.

FCC's robocall blocking plan may finally give you some relief

The agency is giving wireless carriers the green light to "aggressively block" these annoying calls by default.

Mobile Computing – iOS Only

5 Best Photography Apps for Your Apple Device

In the world of growing technology, there are hundreds of photography apps. How do you know which ones are worth it? Here, you'll find 5 mobile apps we think you should download on to your iPhone to help capture the perfect shot.

The best free apps for taking notes on Apple Watch

For those who want to create and view notes anytime, anywhere, right from their wrist, this list is for you. Here are the best free apps for taking notes on Apple Watch.

How iOS 13 will make your battery last longer, but only if you have a newer, higher-priced iPhone

There's one feature built into iOS 13 that will help make your iPhone's battery last longer. But the catch is that you'll need a newer, higher-priced iPhone to take advantage of this feature.

Apple: The iPad is now the best computer for a lot more people

Exclusive: Apple's Craig Federighi explains why it’s time for the iPad to get its own platform with iPadOS.

Apple killed iTunes. Here's what happens to your music now

Don't panic. Your iTunes playlist is still out there.

Mobile Computing – Android Only

How to Back Up Android Photos and Videos to the Cloud

Your photos and videos are precious memories, and you don’t want to lose them. Here are four mostly-free services you can use to automatically backup your photos and videos and access them from anywhere.

Shazam can now identify songs playing through your headphones on Android

The feature works in the background for apps like Spotify and YouTube

How to detect malicious apps on your Android phone - Video

The title says it all. No text, just a video.

Google Assistant comes to Waze navigation app

Google Assistant in Waze will provide access to your usual Assistant features, like playback of music and podcasts, but it’ll also offer access to many Waze-specific abilities.

Best Password Managers for Android in 2019

The one you pick needs to balance price, features, design, and UI — and of course, it needs to be secure.

Special Edition: Everything Apple Announced at WWDC

Apple WDDC News

WWDC 2019: Mac Pro, iPadOS, iOS 13, WatchOS 6, and everything Apple announced

Here's how Apple's WWDC 2019 unfolded and more importantly why it matters.

A Hands-On Look at All the New Features in iOS 13

iOS 13 is an update that introduces a long list of new features and some changes that are quite exciting.

Apple iOS 13 Siri improvements for iPhone, iPad, Watch and AirPods

Apple is making some notable improvements to Siri this fall. You’ll start to see them this fall when Apple rolls out new software, including iOS 13 for the iPhone and iPad.

How Apple Killed Off iTunes And What It Means

Now, there will be three apps that replace what iTunes currently does. Apple Music, Apple Podcasts and Apple TV, each managing part of what the increasingly lumbering app had included.

iPadOS is the most exciting thing Apple announced at WWDC 2019

By unbundling the iPad from the same OS that runs on the iPhone, Apple can add iPadOS specific features without having to worry about confusion or the resources required to bring the same features to the iPhone.

WWDC 2019: Apple unveils iPadOS with improved Safari, multitasking, and new homescreen

Apple on Monday announced that starting this fall, the Pad line up will switch from iOS to iPadOS. The update is part of a renewed focus by Apple to add productivity features and tools to the iPad line, something the line has needed for the past few years.

Other Tech News and Opinions

Microsoft closes its 'specialty stores' in mall kiosks

Microsoft has closed its remaining specialty stores, or in-mall kiosks, and appears to be consolidating its retail presence around full-fledged brick-and-mortar stores.

Mozilla Firefox now blocks websites and advertisers from tracking you

Browser makers are using privacy features to try to win us over.

Google Maps now tells you a restaurant's most popular dishes

Google Maps not only wants to give you directions to a restaurant, it also wants to help you decide what to eat when you get there.

Facebook, Instagram, Twitter have a dark side. Here's how to anonymously report abuse

Social networks make it possible to flag cyberbullying and hate groups that you encounter online.

Desktop and Laptop Tips and Tricks

How To Back Up Your iTunes Music Before iTunes Is Retired

According to Apple, the long-running media management program will be retired in the next version of the macOS operating system and replaced by three new apps: Apple Music, Apple TV, and Apple Podcasts. PS: Does not apply to Windows users.

How to change mouse settings in Windows 10

Windows 10 gives you a range of customisation options for your mouse, so you have flexibility in how your cursor behaves. In this guide, we'll walk you through the available settings and the impact they have on your pointer.

How to manage Windows Security Tamper Protection feature on Windows 10 May 2019 Update

Can't change security settings using commands or want to add an extra layer of protection? Use this guide to manage the new Tamper Protection feature on Windows Security.

How to fix a Windows 10 laptop that's plugged in but not charging

This problem was not uncommon and would occasionally arise after a Windows update. And more thankfully, there was an easy fix

Google still plans to cripple ad-blocking in Chrome

The tech giant is considering making an exception to its stop on ad blockers for enterprise. JRC: You might want to consider the Brave Browser that uses the Chrome engine, but blocks ads.

Google Is Putting an End to Ad-Blocking in Chrome: Here Are the 5 Best Browser Alternatives

The world's largest advertising platform is planning to no longer let you block the ads that make it billions if you use its web browser. PS: I Use Bravo and love it!

How to uninstall apps and programs on Windows 10

In this guide, we explain how to uninstall apps and programs in Windows 10 1809 (October 2018 Update) using specific methods tied to their base design.

Mobile Computing – In General

Kindle Paperwhite Tips and Tricks

5 tips and tricks to make your Kindle Paperwhite even more useful

Tired of Robocalls? Stop Answering Your Phone

Nearly half of all calls come from automated systems, and that number is increasing. Tired of answering your phone and talking to robots, scammers, or scammer robots? Just stop answering.

The Best Way to Clean Your Phone and Your Phone Case

Now that we’ve established that basically no one is cleaning their phone often enough, some good news: Regular cleaning a phone and its case is a less-than-30-second operation.

Minecraft Earth is a new augmented reality game for Android and iOS, beta launching this summer

Minecraft is one of the most popular video games around, and this summer a new version is coming to mobile. Minecraft Earth is a new augmented reality game that lets you build Minecraft structures in the real world.

Mobile Computing – iOS Only

How to block ad tracking on your iPhone

A recent article in The Washington Post described the author's shock when he discovered just how many of his iPhone apps were collecting and uploading information about his usage while he slept.

New app tracks the trackers on your mobile device

A test run with a new app called "Disconnect" found over 5,400 trackers had gathered more than 1.5 gigabytes of data in just a single week.

4 Apps That Are Probably Draining All Of Your iPad’s Battery RIGHT NOW

There are apps that we can’t live without, apps that are so fun we don’t want to live without them, and apps that are — quite honestly — doing our devices more harm than good.

4 Must-Have iPhone Apps for Traveling to a New Country

There are a few apps in particular that can make traveling internationally a breeze. From solving language barriers to enhancing your security, here a few apps to make traveling more enjoyable.

Get Focused: 8 iPhone Apps for Staying on Task

While your smartphone use can be a symptom of an attention problem, it can also become part of the solution.

Tips for Drawing with an Apple Pencil

While there is some overlap with the basics functions of both a regular pencil and an Apple Pencil, you'll find the Apple Pencil has potential to unlock a digital flood of creative possibilties and may help with an artist block or two.

Mobile Computing – Android Only

Best Android One Phones in 2019

If you're in the market for a new Android phone, you owe it to yourself to make sure it's an Android One device...Phones that are part of Google's Android One program come with stock builds of the latest version of Android and guaranteed software updates/security patches.

Google Photos dark mode rolling out to Android Pie and Oreo

Dark mode appears to be rolling out wider. It shows up for users on Android Pie and Oreo with their own system dark themes enabled.

Google Maps gets an on-screen speedometer while driving

Google is finally rolling out essential Waze features to Maps, including speed limit indication and speed camera alerts.

How to make your phone screen darker on Android with these hacks

Use these tips to tone down your screen brightness at night.

The Google Trips app is being shut down come August 5

Another day, another Google app being killed.

Google's Android and Apple's iOS are more similar than ever

People who own an iPhone, Apple Watch, iPad, or Apple TV have a lot to look forward to when the revised platforms arrive later this fall...and Android fans may have spotted a few familiar features.

Here is How All the Cord-Cutting Services Stack Up

Tech News and Opinions

Hulu vs. YouTube TV vs. Sling TV vs. DirecTV Now vs. PlayStation Vue: Channel lineups compared

How the top 100 channels stack up on every cord-cutting live TV service in the US.

Apple Card, Venmo Card and PayPal Card: Which should you get?

It's not just Apple Card that's looking to revamp the scene. Tech companies like PayPal, Amazon and Square have also supplemented their digital services with physical credit and debit cards that offer a range of perks

47 Democrats cave on net neutrality after GOP calls bill “dead on arrival”

Forty-seven Democratic members of Congress are calling for a net neutrality compromise with Republicans, who have refused to support a full restoration of the net neutrality rules repealed by the Ajit Pai-led Federal Communications Commission.

Cashless stores are the hot new thing. Now politicians are stepping in

Crying foul over potential discrimination, state and local governments are cracking down.

Beyond Amazon Prime: All the other services you can get from Amazon

Audible, Kindle Unlimited, FreeTime Unlimited, Prime Pantry and more: Amazon sells more than just things.

Microsoft hints at new modern Windows OS with ‘invisible’ background updates

Windows might be getting more like Chrome OS. Windows Lite is a rumored lightweight version of Windows for dual-screen and Chromebook-like devices

Desktop and Laptop Tips and Tricks

How to clean out junk files in Windows 10

Free up gigabytes of space on your desktop, laptop or tablet -- no special tools required.

How to activate and use the built-in Windows 10 back-up feature

While numerous sophisticated back-up applications are available, many taking advantage of network and cloud services, Microsoft Windows 10 offers a built-in back-up feature that is simple to activate and use.

New to OneNote? Here's everything you need to know in four charts

OneNote lets you type information in your notebook or insert it from other apps and web pages, take handwritten notes or draw ideas using a stylus or your finger, use highlighting and tags for easy follow-up, share notebooks to collaborate with others and access your notebooks from any device.

Get Organized: 10 Tips for Managing Your Digital Notes

When you go paperless, taking notes is easy, but knowing what to do with them is hard. Learn how to organize and store your digital notes in a way that makes them useful.

How to set your Google account to delete itself after you die

Google has controls that let you manage what happens to your account when you die including sharing your info with up to 10 people.

Microsoft launches 'Fluid Framework' to transform the traditional Office document

Goodbye Word, Excel, et cetera; hello, web-based collaboration.

Mobile Computing – In General

Why your phone gets so damn hot and how to keep it from overheating

An overheated phone is an unhappy phone. Here's what to do if yours does this.

How to Save Battery on iPhone - Extend Battery Life

Skip the battery-saving apps. Forget force-quit. Here are the simplest ways to save the most juice.

The Best 360-Degree Camera Apps for iOS and Android

Capture the world around you with these easy-to-use 360-degree smartphone apps

Apple announces a new… iPod touch

Apple is updating the iPod touch with an A10 Fusion system-on-a-chip. Other than that, it looks pretty much like the old iPod touch with a four-inch display, a classic home button and many different color options.

Mobile Computing – iOS Only

Apple releases iOS 12.3.1 software update

Apple has released a new software update for the iPhone and iPad, iOS 12.3.1 and the update is mainly about some bug fixes.

The complete guide to Apple's Health app

Here how's to view, manage and actually doing something with all that data your Health app colle

How to add your own music to your iPhone without iTunes

Vox is a slightly confusing music app that combines your built-in Apple Music library with your Soundcloud, Spotify, and other services. And it will also let you import any audio file, and then add it to playlists and so on.

Permanently delete iPhone zombie apps once and for all

Your iPhone app data lingers around more than you know.

Apple to be more upfront about the impact of iPhone updates

iPhone maker promises to warn users if an update will affect smartphone performance.

Once you use dark mode in these 9 iPhone apps, you'll never go back

You don't have to wait for Apple to add an official dark mode to iOS.

Mobile Computing – Android Only

10 really good hidden gem apps for Android!

There are thousands of good ones so this is by no means a definitive list of hidden gems. For now, here are ten good hidden gem apps for Android! Feel free to add your own to the comment section!

Here’s what’s new with OneNote for Android

The OneNote app for the Android platform was recently updated with a host of tweaks and added functionality.

Best Android Phones Under $200 (May 2019)

Thankfully, cheap smartphones are still plentiful with more great options to choose from than ever before. If you need a new handset but only have $200 to spend, these are your best options.

11 things my Android phone does way better than your iPhone

For the past year, I've been carrying a succession of Android devices and iPhones, learning the ins and outs of each one. But a collection of small, usability-enhancing features keeps me coming back to Android as my everyday choice. Here's my list.

Microsoft Launcher beta gets adaptive icons, hidden dock option, more

Resize your icons, hide your dock, and more in the latest Microsoft Launcher beta update.

The 2019 Version of Windows 10 is Here, Now

Tech News and Opinions

Microsoft’s next major Windows 10 update is now available

You can grab the Windows 10 May 2019 Update directly from Windows Update by heading into Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update and checking for updates.

Windows 10 May 2019 Update review: the 10 best new features

Windows Sandbox, a new light theme, and more

Windows 10 version 1903: Is it safe to install yet?

Microsoft is taking an extra cautious approach to the rollout of the latest Windows 10 feature update. Windows 10 version 1903 has just been released to the general public after a lengthy round of extra testing. Should you install the new update or wait?

Microsoft to start pushing Windows 10 version 1903 automatic updates within weeks

Thanks to Microsoft's new Download and Install option for feature updates, you no longer have to worry that your PC will install the next version automatically, right? Guess again. If you're running last year's Windows 10, the new update could install automatically within weeks.

Opinion: The Trump Administration Is Selling Out Hundreds of Millions of Cell-Phone Users

Our old nemesis, Ajit Pai, the chairman of the Federal Communications Commission, threw his support behind a merger of T-Mobile and Sprint, which could lead to higher prices for cell-phone users across the country.

Details emerge on Huawei's potential plans to go forward without Google

Huawei has a new operating system in development that allegedly runs Android apps and could land as early as this fall.

Desktop and Laptop Tips and Tricks

Facebook wants your data: 5 ways to keep it safe

Hide your life from Facebook, while still posting about your life on Facebook.

Windows Sandbox: How to use Microsoft's simple virtual Windows PC to secure your digital life

Protect your real PC from harm when you try out suspicious software or sites.

How to delete yourself from the internet

Finally ready to get off the grid? It's not quite as simple as it should be, but here are a few easy-to-follow steps that should point you in the right direction.

How to play DVDs in Windows 10 for free

Windows 10 won't play DVDs natively, and Windows Media Center is gone.

How To Get the Most Out of Your Chromebook’s RAM

Chrome OS manages RAM differently than Windows or Mac computers, but that doesn’t mean you can’t optimize your workflow to make the most of your system’s potentially limited RAM. Here are some tips to help make your Chromebook’s RAM go further.

How to Not Have 100 Browser Tabs Open

The 100-tab habit is widespread; it’s nothing to be ashamed of. But a cluttered browser can lower productivity and reduce computer speeds. Maybe it’s time to break that habit with a few simple tips.

Mobile Computing – All OS’s

Best phones for under $500

If you're looking for a phone on a budget, check out CNET's top 8 picks for phones under $500 -- and another deserving pick that's just a touch more.

The Best Free Apps and Software You're Not Already Using

It’s freshly curated to highlight the top tools and applications you’re (probably) not already using.

How to stop robocalls on iPhone and Android

Here are the best ways to block spam calls from ever getting to your smartphone.

How to use Google Maps to help someone find you

Share your location in real time, and make meet-ups easier than ever

Microsoft Authenticator: What it is, how it works, and how to use it!

This entire guide works for both the iOS and Android versions of the app.

What Is Google PhotoScan and How Does It Work?

Google PhotoScan is a Google Photos companion app that lets users scan and digitize print photos on the fly.

Mobile Computing – iOS Only

How to clear cookies on an iPad to help it run more efficiently

If you find that Safari is experiencing problems trying to display web pages, or if your iPad is running very low on storage space, you can clear your cookies to see if that resolves the problem.

How to download and watch offline in the new Apple TV app

It’s useful when you’re traveling or commuting. Today we’ll see how to download and watch TV shows and movies offline.

Best iPad apps you're not using in 2019 (but should be!)

Here are some great apps that should be on every iPad!

How to Use Apple Pay

It's easy to set up Apple Pay and use it at the register

Seven Safari Tricks on iOS You Might Not Know

Safari on iOS has a surprising number of hidden tricks, letting you manipulate tabs, conduct page-specific searches, and more, and not all of these features are immediately obvious due to the gestures involved.

Once you use dark mode in these 9 iPhone apps, you'll never go back

You don't have to wait for Apple to add an official dark mode to iOS.

Mobile Computing – Android Only

Google Play Protect helps keep malware off your phone

Google Play Protect is built into Android and is already hard at work.

Google blocks Huawei access to Android updates after blacklisting

Google has suspended Huawei’s access to updates of its Android operating system and chipmakers have reportedly cut off supplies to the Chinese telecoms company, after the US government added it to a trade blacklist last week.

Google Calendar and Google Keep get dark mode on Android

Over the last few months, Google's been steadily adding an official dark mode to more and more of its apps. Following the likes of Google Messages, News, Contacts, and others, Google's now announced dark modes for Calendar and Keep.

First official version of Tor Browser for Android released on the Play Store

This new mobile browser integrates the Tor protocol stack into a standalone browser and replaces Orfox as the main way to navigate the Tor network from an Android device.

Google Assistant rolling out in latest Messages update

With today’s Messages for Android update, the Google Assistant is arriving for some, bringing useful contextual suggestions.

The Next Windows is Just Days Away. Here is What’s New

Tech News and Opinions

How the Apple store has fallen from grace

Under a series of leaders, Apple stores have lost their sterling reputation. Here is how it happened.

Smartphone sales plummet as consumers wait for Apple's next big thing

Smartphone shipments in North America fell to a five-year low of 36 million units for the first quarter of 2019, down by eight million units or 18 percent from a record high of 44 million in the same quarter last year.  Apple's shipments dropped 19%.

What Is Inbox Zero, and How Can You Achieve It?

Inbox Zero is a staple of digital productivity advice. “Achieving Inbox Zero” is the knowledge worker’s equivalent of “reaching enlightenment.” But Inbox Zero doesn’t mean having an empty inbox—it’s all about reducing the stress of email.

Home security systems you can install yourself

Scroll through your options below to learn more about the best DIY home security systems available today.

Which smart home gadget should you buy first?

t depends, but we've got plenty of suggestions, and everything you need to help narrow them down.

New security flaws have been found in Intel chips—this is what you need to do right now

The four new vulnerabilities, uncovered by cybersecurity researchers, affect almost every chip the firm has made since 2011

Desktop and Laptop Tips and Tricks

The Windows 10 May 2019 Update is coming - here's what's new

If you haven't kept up with the Insider program, you may wonder why you should install it. So let's take a look at all the changes coming with Windows 10 version 1903. Includes a 30 minute video to show you all the new features.

8 Google Chrome extensions to make your life easier

Turn Chrome from a browser into an essential work sidekick.

Microsoft AI will help make your writing more politically correct

Microsoft will soon preview a version of Word that will use artificial intelligence to make your writing not just grammatically but politically correct.

Microsoft Office 365: Change these settings or risk getting hacked, warns US govt

Cyberattackers aren't showing any sign of letting up on malware and phishing attacks, but fortunately there are some steps even thinly resourced organizations can take to minimize the chances of a security breach.

Function Keys: A List of What Those F1 - F12 Keys Do

You can stop wondering about those function keys. We have the answer.

How to disable your webcam in Windows 10

There is a more elegant method for blocking your webcam than sticking a piece of tape over it.

Turn on the dark mode in Windows 10

You don't have to be jealous of Mac and Android users. In Windows 10, you can turn on dark mode, too.

The Best Antivirus of 2019 to Protect Windows 10

Your PC needs protection against malware, and free antivirus software may be enough. Here's what to get for Windows 10, and what's worth paying extra for.

Mobile Computer – All OS’s

Best apps for gardening and yard work for spring 2019

Use these gardening and landscaping apps to keep your lawn healthy, figure out the right stuff to plant and get alerts so your hard work doesn't go to waste.

Differences Between Android and iPhone

From facial recognition and customer service to malware vulnerability and system accessibility, these are the seven biggest things that set Androids and iPhones apart.

WhatsApp flaw let attackers install spyware with a phone call

A feature of the messaging app was used to secretly install malicious code, the Financial Times reports.

Messaging Dos & Don'ts: Texting Rules for the Digital Age

Now that texting and messaging apps have overtaken phone calls as the preferred method of staying in touch, it’s a good idea to become familiar with the dos and don’ts of texting as well.

Mobile Computing – iOS Only

How to download and install iOS 12.3 on your iPhone or iPad

Apple has released iOS 12.3, the latest OS version for iPhone and iPad. Update now!

How to Back up an iPad

Learn how to back up your iPad on your computer or in the cloud

How to check if your iPhone X screen can be replaced for free

Are you having issues with your iPhone X screen not responding properly to touch input? Or seeing the screen respond to ghost touches? Read on for how to check if your iPhone X screen is eligible for a free replacement.

Microsoft Outlook on iOS adds new complications for Apple Watch Series 4

Microsoft has released a nice update to its Outlook application on iOS. The update makes notable improvements to the Apple Watch application for Outlook, including new complications and more.

5 easy steps to transfer files and settings from an old iPhone to a new iPhone

Transfer your iPhone photos, videos and contacts with this step-by-step guide.

How to Remove Duplicate Songs From iTunes

If you do a lot of downloading outside the iTunes store, songs in your library can get jumbled up, leaving you with duplicate albums. If you’d like to know whether you’ve downloaded something twice, it’s easy to tell in iTunes.

How to Search Contacts on Your iPhone

If you're wanting to call someone whose number you've saved, edit their contact details, or share their contact details with someone else, you can quickly find their contact card by searching Contacts.

Mobile Computing – Android Only

Once you use dark mode in these 8 Android apps, you'll never go back

An official dark mode is coming to Android, but you don't have to wait for it.

Why Android Users Need Windows 10’s “Your Phone” App

Windows 10’s Your Phone app links your phone and PC. It works best for Android users, letting you text from your PC and wirelessly transfer photos back and forth. Notification sync and screen mirroring features are on the way, too.

Android Q: Best and worst features of Google's beta OS so far

Hint: Night mode is awesome, I love using QR codes to join Wi-Fi networks but some things are broken.

Google Shopping will work across all Google products, replace Express

The company announced a big revamp to its Google Shopping product which will create a universal shopping cart across many of its services. It will also rebrand its Google Express store to tie-in to the new Google Shopping experience.

Google confirms ads in your Discover feed are imminent

For users, the takeaway is that we'll be seeing more ads in more places. That's unpleasant, but not surprising: Google is in the business of selling ad space in front of our eyeballs, after all.

Trump expected to sign order paving way for U.S. telecoms ban on Huawei

President Trump is expected to sign an executive order this week barring U.S. companies from using telecommunications equipment made by firms posing a national security risk, paving the way for a ban on doing business with China’s Huawei.

Here is What Google Announced at Its Big Event

Tech News and Opinions

Google I/O 2019: Pixel 3A, Android Q and everything else Google announced

The Google I/O developer conference has started with news on cheaper Pixel phones, a bigger Hub smart display, the next Android and improvements to Assistant, Lens and AR.

The new Pixel 3a – 6 features that may sway you from buying a thousand-dollar flagship

You get a surprising amount of phone for the price starting at $399

Putin Signs 'Russian Internet Law' To Disconnect Russia From The World Wide Web

The new law would provide for central control of all internet traffic, and in essence, remove the need for data to be sent to and received from overseas servers. This control would clearly introduce traffic monitoring and stark censorship of sites that could be visited by Russian users.

How Amazon Helped Turn Daily Life Into a Subscription

Today’s subscription services cover toilet paper, dog toys, and furniture. But what is lost with convenience?

Photographers fret as Adobe tests removing $10 Lightroom-Photoshop plan

It's only a website experiment, but it's enough to get some photographers looking for alternative photo editing tools.

Desktop and Laptop Tips and Tricks

Microsoft releases second patch for Windows 10 version 1809 this week, here’s what’s new

It’s quite unusual for Microsoft to release two cumulative updates in a single week (especially on a Friday), but the new bits bring quite a long list of fixes.

How to play DVDs in Windows 10 for free

Windows 10 won't play DVDs natively, and Windows Media Center is gone.

How to Improve Microsoft Word’s Grammar Checker

Microsoft Word comes with a powerful grammar checker, but many of its advanced grammar detection features are disabled by default. Grammarly is popular, but you don’t need it to add grammar checking to Word. Word itself contains a free alternative to Grammarly.

Microsoft rolls out Excel tool that turns phone pics into spreadsheets

The feature, first announced at the Ignite conference last September, lets you take a photo in the Excel app of table data with your phone. The information is automatically turned into an editable Excel spreadsheet.

Awesome hack: Use Google Docs to sign documents

Forget using a third-party service to digitally sign a document -- Google Docs to the rescue!

How to give the new Microsoft Edge a test run—and why you should

With the launch of Windows 10, Microsoft also introduced a brand new browser called Microsoft Edge. Now, four years later, the company has redesigned and rebuilt it from the ground up.

See the WiFi Passwords for Every Network You've Connected to With this Android App

I recently came across a great app for finding passwords in my phone using the WiFi Key Recovery app.

End to surprise Windows 10 updates? New 'download and install now' option rolls out

As Microsoft promised in early April, Windows 10 is gaining a new option that gives users better control over when its twice-yearly major feature updates are installed.

Mobile Computing – All OS’s

The perfect way to start an email — and 29 greetings you should avoid

If you’re thinking the email greeting isn’t all that important and that it’s silly to overthink it, you’re wrong.

6 new hacks for your old Android or iPhone

How to turn your old phone into something new you'll actually use.

Google will now let you automatically delete location and activity history. Here's how

A small win in the fight for more privacy control

This browser extension shows you which Amazon books are available free at your local library

Available for Chrome and Firefox, the insanely great Library Extension saves you time and money.

How to delete your Facebook account so the social network stops tracking your data

CNET discovered that simply deactivating your account doesn't go far enough.

Mobile Computing – iOS Only

How to Search Events in the Calendar App on the iPhone & iPad

Know you have a birthday party to go to this month but can't remember the date? Need to see when your last haircut appointment was? Here's how to search the Calendar app on your iPhone or iPad to find events and their dates.

Why the Best App for Your iPhone Isn't What You Expect

There are millions of apps for your iPhone, but the best one comes free on every device, and it's not what you think.

Force Apple Music to play all songs at the same volume with Sound Check

The answer is Sound Check, a feature built into every iPhone, iPad and Mac.

Most iOS Users Are Doing These 9 Basic Tasks Wrong

To be clear, there’s technically no “wrong” way to use an iPhone – but there are some basic tips and features you should take advantage of to make using your iPhone even better.

The best smartwatch you can buy is also the world's most popular, by far

The best smartwatch you can buy is the Apple Watch Series 4, and the latest figures research figures show that the vast majority of people understand this, as it’s by far the world’s most popular smartwatch, too.

How to use the Dock on your Apple Watch

Use the Dock on Apple Watch to control your music and quickly access apps!

Mobile Computing – Android Only

Stolen or lost Android phone? Here's how to get it back

In the event your phone goes missing, don't panic! There are tools built into every Android phone that make it possible to lock and track down a lost phone with ease.

If you're not texting with Android Messages for Web by now, you're doing it wrong

Google's answer to Apple's iMessages for typing texts on your laptop will save you time.

Android customization: The simple joys of making your phone your own

Luckily, by using various Android customization methods, there are ways to revamp the software of your smartphone and make it look, feel, and act differently.

This Is The Worst Mistake You Can Make When You Get The Low Battery Alert On Your Android phone

While it’s important to get a handle on how much battery power you have left, many of us are all too aware of this because we check our phones a hundred times a day.

The ultimate guide to replacing your smartphone battery

Even with the days of removable batteries behind us, there are still are a lot of options. In this guide we will show you how and how much it costs to install a new battery on your phone.

See the WiFi Passwords for Every Network You've Connected to With this Android App

I recently came across a great app for finding passwords in my phone using the Wi-Fi Key Recovery app.

Get All Your Gadgets Charged Fast!

Tech News and Opinions

How to Charge Your Gadgets as Fast as Possible

Getting your gadgets charged up is about more than how long they’re plugged in for. There are tips and tricks that can get it charging faster.

Windows 10 Will Require 12-16 GB More Storage

Microsoft has raised Windows 10's minimum storage requirement to 32 GB. Previously, it was either 16 GB or 20 GB. This change affects Windows 10's upcoming May 2019 Update, also known as version 1903 or 19H1.

How reliable are modern hard drives?

If you want to know how reliable modern hard drives are, ask a company that uses a lot of them.

Amazon raises the stakes again with Prime one-day shipping

Even as Amazon pushes ahead, expect other retailers to struggle to match it.

Windows 10 security feature causes 'huge' Chromium performance issues: Fix coming

Tests run on Windows 10 are three to four times slower than on Windows 7, with a security feature being blamed.

The best cheap smart bulbs: Does it matter which one you buy?

Looking for a light bulb that you can automate or control with voice commands? You're in luck -- and you won't need to spend more than $10.

Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg says the ‘future is private’

Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg says he’s committed to turning his company around. The chief executive said that privacy will be the defining pillar of his social network’s sprawling empire going forward.

Desktop and Laptop Tips and Tricks

Outlook for Windows gets new time-management capabilities with Office 365

Manage your time more effectively with Outlook Calendar's latest features.

How to Create a Simple Invoice Using Excel

Creating a custom invoice in Excel isn’t difficult. You’ll be ready to submit your invoice and receive payments in no time.

PowerPoint animation tips & advice

We’ve provided a sample PowerPoint presentation for your convenience as you practice the following tips:

10 truly helpful Windows 10 tools you might not know about

Enthusiast-friendly power tools lurk in every corner of Windows 10. Let's shine a light on some of the more obscure ones.

These are the most commonly hacked passwords - is one of them yours?

Your name, your favorite football team and your favorite band: The UK's National Cyber Security Centre has released a list of the 100,000 most common passwords to appear in data breaches in an effort to encourage users to select strong passwords.

The best alternatives to OneNote for capturing all your dazzling ideas

OneNote is flexible and much liked. But if it doesn't work exactly like you want, you have plenty of other options to capture and keep notes.

Edge Insider moves web app installs to Windows 10 top level after feedback

After listening to feedback from Edge Insiders, Microsoft has changed how web apps appear on the Windows 10 Start Menu.

Mobile Computing – All OS’s

Best and Most Reliable MicroSD Cards for Long-term Storage

Keeping all of your photos, videos, music, and other media on a physical device is extremely important. This was true for the computer age and it's still true for the smartphone/tablet era.

Don't use these 9 things to clean your phone

Using specific cleaning tools and techniques to keep your phone (and clothing) clean will help protect the screen longer. There are also cleaning agents you want to make sure you avoid.

5 Best Noise Cancelling Earbuds Of 2019

Their smaller size means they usually aren’t as feature-packed as larger models, but there are still some great earbuds with good active noise cancellation (ANC) that are good for commuting, using at the office, or while going for a quick jog.

New tool shows how Facebook and Google track you

A new tool shows how the biggest social media companies track you, right down to your device’s battery level and email you’ve sent.

Mobile switch: How I canceled Verizon and cut my phone bill in half

After I made the last payment on a two-year Verizon device contract, I decided to take a closer look at my mobile bill. After some detailed analysis, I discovered I was overpaying dramatically. Here's the checklist I used to cut my monthly bill by more than half.

Google Drive: How to get the most out of the app for iOS and Android

The settings you should tweak, and the features you should know about.

Mobile Computing – iOS Only

How to tell which iPad model you have

The latest iPad model numbers are included, as well as some additional China-only numbers.

How to download files on an iPad to specific apps

When you download a file on an iPad, you need to specify where that file will go on the device (into an app), or else place it in your iCloud Drive.

New iPad feature to compete with laptops on track for Apple's iOS 13

Commentary: When Apple unveils the next version of iOS at WWDC in June, it could integrate one of the trademarks of the original Mac

Seven Useful Tips Every Apple Watch Owner Should Know

There are lots of hidden shortcuts and features that have gone under the radar in watchOS, the operating system that runs on the Apple Watch.

Apple will soon be blitzing your iPhone with ads, because it's profitable

As Apple looks to grow revenue streams outside of selling more iPhones, one area that it is expressing interest in is ads. So, expect to see more on your iPhone.

Mobile Computing - Android Only

Best Podcast Apps for Android in 2019

There are more than a few podcast apps on Android for discovering all of the shows that are out there, but these six are easily our favorites.

Windows 10 Your Phone app: Now your Android notifications sync to your PC

Windows 10 users can now see and dismiss smartphone app notifications from the desktop.

How to text iPhone vids that aren’t blurry on Android

While it might seem like it’s the result of sabotage between platforms, that’s not the case. It has to do with compression.

Action Launcher v40 features a fresh look, new search, and more

Action Launcher version 40 is now available. The update includes a new pillar feature that might rub some people the wrong way — Action Search.

Here’s the New Facebook App With Its Big Focus on Groups

They are calling it a “fresh” design that is “simpler, faster, more immersive and puts your communities at the center.”

This is Android Q's quiet killer feature -- trust us, you'll love it

Hint, hint: You may never have to type a long Wi-Fi password ever again.

Windows To Block May 2019 Update To Computers with USB Drives

Tech News and Opinions

Microsoft blocks Windows 10 May 2019 Update on PCs that use USB storage or SD cards

Workaround: Users must remove any USB storage device and SD card and restart May 2019 Update installation.

Stores that don't exist anymore

Malls are losing their anchor stores, and many are being abandoned due to the rise of e-commerce and declining foot traffic to malls.

Kohl's to accept Amazon returns in-store this summer

You can return packages for free at your local Kohl's store starting in July. The stores will accept "eligible Amazon items," without a box or label, regardless of the reason, and ship them to Amazon for free.

Samsung delays Galaxy Fold launch after reports of screen issues

Samsung is delaying the release of the $1,980 Galaxy Fold indefinitely.
At issue, of course, is the screen breakage reported by a few of the early reviewers who were given devices a week ago.

Trump admin considers using social media to deny you benefits

The Trump administration is reportedly working in collaboration with the Social Security Administration to develop a plan for combing through social media posts for evidence — whatever that means — that those receiving certain types of government benefits should have those benefits denied.

Will Apple's TV app on Roku, Fire TV and Samsung kill the Apple TV box?

Although it doesn't work with Netflix, the TV app is a valiant attempt to simplify the confusing world of streaming. And now, for the first time, it's coming to non-Apple devices.

Desktop and Laptop Tips and Tricks

Google Chrome is getting a reader mode on desktop

The desktop version of Google Chrome’s browser is getting a reader mode, which can be used to strip out a page’s unnecessary background clutter to make an article easier to read.

Why a Chromebook isn't the same thing as a budget laptop

They may look the same, but a laptop and a Chromebook are more different than you might expect.

Best Windows backup software 2019: Free and paid options reviewed

The best programs for keeping your data and Windows safely backed up.

Windows 10's 'Sets' feature is gone and not expected to return

Sets, Microsoft's Windows-management feature which allowed users to group data, sites and other information in tabs, is gone and not expected to come back in a future release of Windows 10.

Get Organized: How to Scan Your Old Photos

It's time to free your old photos from shoeboxes and albums no one ever looks at. Scanning your photos makes them more shareable, searchable, and resistant to disasters.

How to enable Google Chrome’s new dark mode on Windows 10

While Google is enabling this new dark mode on Windows, the company hasn’t fully switched it on for all Chrome users just yet. If you don’t want to wait for Google to fully enable this, there’s a shortcut trick to force dark mode:

Google Chrome vs Mozilla Firefox in 2019: The battle of the browsers

Firefox has been rebuilt practically from the ground up -- but is it enough?

Mobile Computing – In General

11 of the best car apps you can download today

There are several car aps that have enhanced the driving experience. Some of the best car apps help you find parking spots, schedule vehicle repairs, and warn you when you're going above the speed limit.

Windows 10's 'Sets' feature is gone and not expected to return

Sets, Microsoft's Windows-management feature which allowed users to group data, sites and other information in tabs, is gone and not expected to come back in a future release of Windows 10.

5 Apps You Should Delete From Your Phone RIGHT NOW, According To Tech Experts

Most apps are amazing — you wouldn’t think twice about living without them. But once in a while apps come along that are buggy, draining on your battery, and possibly even dangerous to the security of your iPhone or Android.

8 spring cleaning apps to clear out your winter junk

You don't need Marie Kondo to declutter your house. Just get some of these apps.

Microsoft, Google Have Both Updated Their Mobile Apps for the Blind

Microsoft’s app, called Seeing AI, is available only on iOS and was first released back in 2017 but it was updated today with new capabilities.

Mobile Computing – iOS Only

How to check what apps have access to iPhone photos

Can’t remember all the apps you’ve authorized to be able to read and write to the Photos app on your iPhone? Read along below for how to check and change your apps’ Photos permissions.

4 Apps Apple Employees Say Make Your iPhone Run SO Slowly

There’s a good chance one or two (or 12)of your apps are considered battery-draining culprits that are only making your device slower

News App for iPhone and iPad: The Ultimate Guide

Are you looking for a new way to get your favorite news sources delivered to your iPhone or iPad? Try the News app!

Google Keep Now Supports the Apple Watch, Apple’s Notes Still AWOL

This ends Google’s absence from the Apple Watch platform after the search giant dropped the watchOS version of its Maps app in May 2017.

Google Fit is now available on iOS

Google announced today that Google Fit is finally expanding to iPhones. The app is available now in the Apple App Store

Permanently delete iPhone zombie apps once and for all

Zombie apps are a real problem for iPhones of every stripe. It happens when you delete an app, only to restore your latest backup or connect your iPhone to iTunes, and lo and behold, the app pops back on your home screen. What is going on?

How to Transfer Photos from PC to iOS in 7 Easy Steps with Pictures

Many people keep digital photo albums on their computer, but sometimes you might find yourself wanting to share your memories with your friends and family. However, if the images are stored only on your PC, it can be harder to quickly share them

Mobile Computing – Android Only

Android Guide: How to Use Android Effectively

This How-To Geek School course aims to teach you how to use Android effectively, showing you the most important settings and methods needed to really become an Android pro and get the most out of your device.

Delete These Sketchy Android Apps That Are Tracking You Without Permission

A recent Buzzfeed article points out that several popular Android apps available on the Google Play Store have been collecting and storing sensitive user data without encryption or permission.

15 new and notable Android apps from the last week

Here is a social podcast app, a self-driving car service app, and a tie-in release that will help you set up the newest Harmony remote

The best remote desktop tools for Android

Here, we'll go over the best options for remotely connecting to a computer from an Android device, or a Chromebook with support for Android applications.

Lost or stolen Android phone? Here's how to get it back

It can happen to anyone, but there are steps you can take to recover your lost or stolen phone.

3 Ways to Transfer Photos from Android to Computer

You can do this on both Windows and Mac computers, both through Google Photos and through a USB cable. If you use a USB cable on Mac, you will need a program called Android File Transfer.

Snapchat's rewritten Android app has now rolled out to everyone

Snapchat began rolling out its rebuilt, faster app for Android earlier this month, and now the refresh app is available to all Android users.