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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.

The Dell XPS 13 flaunts build quality rarely seen at this price point, but not without trade-offs.

Rolling out to ChatGPT's Mac app, Computer History creates a timeline from your activities across the apps and websites you use on your Mac. Is that a privacy risk?

Need a custom Linux distribution, but don't have time to learn how to build one? OpenFactory can help you.

With Google set to retire Assistant, and Gemini not exactly the replacement many of us want, Dicio is a solid option. There's one catch.

With Google Assistant shutting down this fall, Android users will be left with inferior voice calling, thanks to Gemini.

The Samsung R95H is built with an all-new Micro RGB panel that delivers truly impressive color and contrast.

The Apple Watch Ultra 3 and the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 are top-tier rugged smartwatches with similar features, but one stands out.

Three out of four of the 138 developers I surveyed use Claude Code. Here's what they say matters in daily AI coding workflows.

The process of sending someone a file or sharing your information on Android just got a lot simpler.

Versatility is in, with people expected to work across the tech stack.

Google's latest lineup of Pixel 11 phones is here, and Amazon has a free gift card offer on every single one.

Got an old 32-bit computer lying around? Don't throw it away - Sparky Linux has decided not to give up on the aging architecture.

Hackers who steal compromising images of you from social media and personal accounts are selling them on the dark web. Here's how to protect yourself.

Google's new flagship Pixel series was just announced, and T-Mobile has plenty of preorder offers to choose from.

We've got the scoop on where you can preorder the latest Google devices announced at Made by Google, including the Pixel 11 lineup and the Pixel Watch 5.

Google's latest Pixel phones are here, and we found the best cases to protect your new Pixel 11, Pixel 11 Pro, Pixel 11 Pro XL, or Pixel 11 Pro Fold.

The exploited zero-day flaw could allow an attacker to gain system privileges on a Windows PC.

Considering an upgrade to the new Pixel Watch 5? It comes down to these factors.

Google's new Pixel 11 Pro Fold comes hot on the heels of Samsung's successful Ultra foldable. Here's how the two stack up.

The new Google Pixel 11 Pro models feature a useful HiLight indicator that pays homage to classic notification LEDs.

Longing for a plain, old-fashioned version of Microsoft Word without all the bells, whistles, and AI slop? One developer managed to coax Word 1.1a to run on today's Windows.

The Linux desktop's popularity is growing fast, and there are a few reasons why.

If the lack of vertical tabs has kept you from adopting the Opera browser, you might want to take another look.

Our AI Model Release Tracker keeps new models in context with their peers, so you know which are worth your time.

Lithium-ion power banks keep catching fire. Is semi-solid-state the safer solution?

Brick can curb your screen time, and it's on sale for a limited time.

As outages become more expensive and frequent, recovery readiness is emerging as the true measure of resilience.

The new feature lets you send money to your children without them needing a card or separate account.

The zero-telemetry Orion browser finally makes its way to Linux as a beta release. It's also available for MacOS, iOS, and iPadOS, with a Windows version coming soon.

This finder tag has excellent range, and it's built for the outdoors.

I finally get full support for two displays - without paying Thunderbolt prices. But there is a catch.

The Satechi ChargeView 240W desktop charger ticks all the right boxes for this charging geek.

With its unique size, the Galaxy Z Fold 8 is a refreshing take on foldable phones, and I'm all for it.

Microsoft's latest progress report details much-needed Windows 11 improvements in reliability, performance, stability, and usability. But here's what else I see.

The Pixel 11 may cost more, but Google's software advantage may make it worth it for you.

The updates were unexpected. Apple must have considered this flaw serious enough to warrant an immediate fix.

OnePlus has officially ended business across North America and Europe. I explain what happens next and the best alternatives to consider.

Certifications and years of experience can only take you so far in cyber now. Automation means new skills are coming to the fore.

No AC? Me neither. Here's how to keep yourself and your home cool during a heatwave.

The Pixel 11 may cost more, but Google's software could still make it a better value than Samsung's phones.

We asked several experts in the travel industry to share their top picks for gadgets that help them on the go.