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Apple Intelligence could solve my App Store pet peeve, but I’m skeptical
Apple’s App Store is full of outdated and irrelevant reviews, but Apple Intelligence could help fix that. Yet there are still problems that must be addressed.
I tried the free version of Microsoft Office. All I got was ads and anxiety
We tried the ad-supported free desktop versions of Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Hey Microsoft, the intention is neat, but just don’t launch this mess.
Here’s why Apple’s C1 modem is good news for future MacBook battery life
Apple may bring its wireless modem chips to your next MacBook, meaning better battery life and improved wireless connectivity, even when you’re not on Wi-Fi.
I wish Nvidia had waited with the RTX 50-series
The launch of Nvidia's RTX 50-series hasn't gone well so far, and it seems that things aren't about to improve anytime soon.
Users will fact-check Instagram and Facebook. Let’s just hope it works
Meta will rely on its users to flag bad posts, weeks after it loosened moderation rules and ended its fact-checking program. Experts tell us it’s a bad idea.
A new report slams MacBooks’ repairability. Here’s what you can do if you need to fix yours
Apple’s laptops are very difficult to repair. If yours is broken, though, you still have options on how to fix it. Here, we’ve laid out all the best choices.
AMD has another chance at greatness, but will it grasp it?
Nvidia has let its foot off the gas and AMD has a chance to capitalize. But will it grasp this opportunity, or let it slip through its fingers?
Apple’s iPhone 16e is here, and it’s making me frustrated about the MacBook
Apple’s iPhone 16e comes with an OLED display, but you still won’t find that tech in a single MacBook laptop. That’s a frustrating situation for Apple fans.
xAI’s Grok-3 is impressive, but it needs to do a lot more to convince me
Grok-3 will also get a live conversation mode with memory capabilities, thinking chops, and more. But it doesn’t really make a great pitch at mass adoption, for now.
Nvidia’s RTX 5070 Ti could displace the RTX 5080 — but I’m worried about it
The first benchmarks of the RTX 5070 Ti just leaked. The scores bode well for Nvidia's latest GPU, and yet, I'm still worried about it.
Apple’s upcoming Studio Display could mean worrying news for pro users
A new report claims that Apple could soon release a new Studio Display, but that move reveals a lot about the Pro Display XDR -- and it’s not all good news.
Apple eyes AI push on the Vision Pro. What it needs is a health pivot
Apple’s Vision Pro headset may not become a mainstream hit at its $3,500 ask. But in the realm of science and medical care, it can prove to be a game changer.
Apple is working on a mini-LED Studio Display, but the iMac Pro is nowhere to be found
Apple’s Studio Display could soon get a mini-LED upgrade to elevate it for professional users. Yet it’s also made me wonder if the iMac Pro is ever coming back.
This 2013 movie predicted the future of technology. Here’s what came true
Spike Jonze's hit movie 'Her' made some bold assumptions about what technology would look like in the future. Surprisingly, many claims came true.
Apple’s best M4 Macs are deeply discounted – here’s why now is the best time to buy
Apple has just discounted a large range of Macs on its refurbished store, including two M4 models that are some of the best Macs you can buy right now.
This tech can end QR code scams, if only Google and Apple pitch in
QR code phishing has emerged as a serious threat. A retrofit variation that uses cryptographic security and can even work offline might just be the solution.
Apple has a chance to correct one of its biggest mistakes — and it could happen imminently
According to rumors, Apple is about to announce something big for the Vision Pro headset this week. Here’s why a price drop should be top of the list.
This breakthrough holographic display could make AR glasses a reality in 2026
Swave's HXR chip could be the breakthrough we need to enjoy slim, lightweight, low-cost AR glasses without sacrificing quality or battery life.
I can’t wait for the OLED MacBook Pro — but there’s bad news for MacBook Air fans
Want a MacBook with an OLED screen? A new report suggests there’s good news and bad news depending on whether you want a MacBook Pro or a MacBook Air.
AMD’s RX 9070 XT might be cheap, but that may not be enough
AMD is said to be pricing the RX 9070 XT very aggressively, but that may not be enough to bring back the hype.
Apple’s AR glasses are coming, but they could be too late for Mac fans
Apple’s AR glasses could be a big boost for Mac fans. But with the release date receding into the distance, Apple risks falling well behind its rivals.
Intel needed a win — its new laptop CPU delivers just that
Intel's new Core Ultra 9 285H supercharges laptop performance, but its battery life is what really impresses.
Big tech is dominating my digital life — here’s how I fixed it
I decided there was just too much big tech nonsense in my life so I found some new apps to replace big names like Google, Apple, and Meta.
