You’ll soon be able to cap your MacBook’s charge at 80 percent to preserve battery health
Apple is bringing iPhone's Charge Limit feature to MacBooks with macOS Tahoe 26.4.
Hackers are using Gemini to target you, Google says
Google says hackers are abusing Gemini to speed up cyberattacks, from target research to post-breach troubleshooting. The risk is faster iteration and model extraction, not brand-new tactics, which can shrink defender response windows.
Windows 11 adds a new secure mode that blocks sketchy apps and drivers
Windows 11 is adding Baseline Security Mode to block unsigned apps, services, and drivers by default, plus new consent prompts for sensitive access and bundled installs, with exceptions when needed and more controls coming later.
Want full Discord perks? Prepare to prove you’re an adult
Discord will roll out global age verification in March, requiring face scans or ID for full access to age-restricted servers and features.
Chrome may soon use Gemini antiscam protection to flag scams, but it won’t watch every site you visit
Google is testing Gemini antiscam protection in Chrome, a server-side scam check that activates only when a page already looks risky. It’s off by default and requires Enhanced Safe Browsing.
Microsoft just upgraded Copilot AI and you might like these new features
Microsoft just rolled out Copilot upgrades that make it easier to pick up old chats, handle longer prompts, and use Copilot on Mac and iPhone. Some features arrive in waves, starting with memory in the US.
Apple’s Creator Studio bundle is finally available and it sounds like a great deal
Apple’s Creator Studio bundle is now live, offering six pro creative apps under one subscription as Apple targets video editors, musicians, and digital creators looking for serious tools as an affordable alternative to Adobe’s Creative Cloud.
AI coding work is shifting fast, and your career path may split
AI coding work is rising fast, but the biggest payoff isn’t evenly shared. A Science analysis suggests seasoned developers get stronger gains than newcomers, which could reshape how you learn, interview, and prove value.
1Password helps prevent your passwords from going to scam sites
1Password adds built-in phishing protection that blocks autofill on suspicious sites and warns users before they paste saved credentials.
Your robot could obey a sign, not you, thanks to AI robot prompt injection
AI robot prompt injection is no longer just a screen-level problem. Researchers demonstrate that a robot can be steered off-task by text placed in the physical world, the kind of message a human might walk past without a second thought. The attack doesn’t rely on breaking into the robot’s software or spoofing sensors. It instead […]
Apple’s Creator Studio bundles six pro apps in a shockingly affordable subscription
Apple Creator Studio bundles six powerful creative apps for just $12.99 a month, and it might be Apple's best value subscription to date.
I found an app that turns the worst of MacBook’s design into a browsing relief
For users whose work is scattered across half a dozen (or more) websites, LinkNotch handles the system resource conundrum and tab clutter woes simultaneously, bringing some much-needed zen to the workflow.
Featured Chrome extension could be copying your AI chats
A “Featured” browser add-on marketed as privacy protection may have been copying AI chats. Koi Security says Urban VPN Proxy began intercepting prompts and replies after a July 9, 2025 update.
I found a Mac app to take care of my health, and it’s a godsend for all desk warriors
An app to fix your posture, gaze, stress, and water intake – in the most minimalist way possible? That's what Loook is all about.
Santa isn’t the only one watching: Save 50% on Webroot cybersecurity
Save 50% on Webroot Total Protection. Get antivirus, VPN, identity monitoring, and cloud backup for up to 10 devices this holiday season.
macOS 26.2 puts a light trick on Macs, and it surprised me in total darkness
The latest build of macOS Tahoe (version 26.2) adds a cool Edge Light feature is that is perfect for video calls in the dark, and with a clever trick tagging along.
I found a Mac tool that you’ll love as a sleeker dock with extra tricks
If you're ever wished to replace the Mac's dock with something more functional and less drab, Loopty is the free app that will answer your productivity prayers in impressive style.
I wish Apple made this Mac tool, it’s better than Spotlight and you should try it
Vector is a minimalist take on Spotlight that uses AI to and the gives a conversational twist to the whole experience. It's not perfect, but definitely deserves a chance.
I used AirPods for navigation on my Mac and it was an effortless bliss
ScrollPods lets you scroll up and down on websites and local files by simply using the vertical head gestures as motions cues. It works surprisingly well, too.
Apple’s eagerly-awaited low-cost MacBook appears ready for early 2026
The wait for a pocket-friendly MacBook is apparently not going to be a long one. But the real surprise would to the cuts Apple makes to keep it in the same bracket as the iPad Air’s hunting ground.
I put a sidebar on my Mac for focused work, and it also fixed a huge Safari gap
SideTab puts a cluster of frequently-used utilities in a collapsing edge panel. It's fantastic for focused work, but also supercharges the Safari experience if you love Apple's browser.
Edge Light in macOS 26 Tahoe is Apple’s trick for making your dark-room calls watchable
macOS Tahoe 26.2 adds Edge Light, a new screen-border glow that turns your Mac into a built-in ring light, brightening your face in dark rooms and working across FaceTime, Zoom, Studio Display, and more.
Windows 11 finally lets you use Passkeys through your own password manager
Windows 11 just opened up its passkey system to third-party managers like 1Password and Bitwarden. The update lets you create and use passkeys directly through these apps using Windows Hello, ending Microsoft’s lock-in and giving users and IT admins more freedom to go passwordless.
Discord gives parents an overview of teen chats, calls, and spending habits
What’s happened? Discord has rolled out another Family Center update, giving parents/guardians new ways to stay in the loop while protecting teen autonomy. The update adds more activity insights for guardians, optional report notifications for teens, and new parental controls over DMs and content filters designed for transparency and dialogue. This is important because: Rather […]
Lovable adds safe browsing engine to protect you from scammy vibecoded websites
AI website-builder Lovable is teaming up with cybersecurity firm Guardio to scan and block malicious content as websites are being generated. Every site built on Lovable will now run through Guardio’s Safe Browsing engine in real time to catch scams, phishing pages, and impersonation attempts before they go live.
Apple’s first affordable MacBook could arrive as soon as next year, and I’m excited
Apple is reportedly developing a budget-friendly MacBook to rival Chromebooks, expected in 2026, priced around $600–$900.
Waymo robotaxis are heading to these three cities
Riders will be able to book trips just like they do with any other ridesharing service.
Generative AI is hallucinating again, this time in federal court filings
AI tools are generating legal filings with fake citations, forcing judges to issue fines and prompting calls for stronger oversight of AI use in professional settings.
Beware of fake Microsoft Teams ads spreading ransomware
Hackers are placing sponsored search ads for Microsoft Teams that lead to malicious clones of the installer, infecting users’ machines with ransomware like Rhysida’s OysterLoader.
Apple is readying a long-overdue display upgrade for MacBook Air
Apple plans OLED screens for the MacBook Air by 2028, delivering richer colors, deeper contrast, and improved HDR, bringing the notebook closer to iPhone-level visuals.
MacPaw’s Moonlock app promises clutter-free security for your Mac
Moonlock, the latest app from CleanMyMac creator MacPaw, offers Mac users a sleek new defense system with real-time protection, network monitoring, and a built-in VPN, all designed to keep your Macbook safe without the usual software clutter.
How to copy and paste on Windows, Mac, and Chromebook
Here's how to copy and paste in just a few quick steps, whether you have a Windows or macOS machine, prefer using a keyboard, or would rather just use a mouse.
What is Microsoft Teams? The Slack rival does things other collaborative tools can’t
If you're looking for a new online collaboration tool, Microsoft Teams is one of many options. Here's why it might be the best meetings tool for your workplace.
Apple macOS: everything you need to know about the major Windows rival
Apple's operating system has cultivated a reputation for being more user-friendly and bestowing a functional charm upon Apple's Mac computers.
Apple’s $5,000 external display poised for first major update in six years
Apple’s $4,999 Pro Display XDR may finally get a major upgrade, including a webcam and smart features like Center Stage.
The new M5 MacBook Pro offers a serious performance boost at no extra cost
Apple’s new 14-inch MacBook Pro with the M5 chip brings major performance gains, better battery life, and AI-focused enhancements.
Cops pulled over an empty robotaxi for a violation. What happened next?
Regulators are still trying to catch up with the technology.
As a Windows fan, here’s why macOS 26 Tahoe is tempting me
Even as a Windows loyalist, macOS 26 Tahoe has me reconsidering.