Your favorite apps might be watching you — the FBI’s warning isn’t as obvious as it sounds
No, this isn’t a dramatic breakup speech asking you to uninstall every app and go live off the grid.
Google’s latest Play Store fix cuts through messy app reviews
Google is adding review search to the Play Store, helping users quickly find specific complaints, bugs, or paywalls instead of scrolling endlessly, a change that could make app ratings more trustworthy.
Doctors came up with an app to save you from jumping to wrong conclusions
Don't jump to conclusions just yet.
Fitness tracking under scrutiny as Strava military data leak exposes personnel
Strava activity logs tied to over 500 UK military personnel show how shared fitness data can reveal identities, routines, and sensitive locations, turning simple workouts into a potential security risk.
Apple pulled this AI app… and now it’s suddenly back
Apple has reinstated the Anything AI app after removing it over policy violations, following backlash and a clever iMessage workaround by developers.
Track your World Cup teams right on your iPhone with this Apple Sports update
Apple Sports adds World Cup support, letting you track teams, scores, and matches in real time with lock screen updates. Here’s how the new feature changes the way you follow the 2026 tournament.
Google Photos wants to stop you from accidentally ruining your snaps
Google Photos is redesigning its editor to reduce accidental changes, replacing gesture shortcuts with a more deliberate workflow that prioritizes precision, stability, and fewer unintended edits across Android devices.
Social media restrictions for minors are gaining steam in more countries
Minors probably didn’t need social media this early, and now it’s showing.
Android is changing the rules for sideloading, but they won’t hinder your phone upgrade
Once you’ve danced through the steps, the system remembers your moves.
I transferred all my chats from other AI apps to Gemini — and it works flawlessly
Gemini is changing the game by learning from your past chats.
Apple killed Launchpad, now it’s blocking your replacement
Apple removed Launchpad in macOS Tahoe, but it’s also blocking apps that bring it back, leaving Mac users with fewer options and developers navigating unclear App Store rules.
Apple finally takes the Google Maps route to ads in Maps
Apple Maps is getting ads. Businesses will soon pay for top search placement, powered by AI. Here's what it means for your daily navigation and Apple's growing services empire.
Microsoft will no longer auto-install M365 Copilot app on Windows PCs
Microsoft has paused the auto-install rollout of its Microsoft 365 Copilot app, after planning to add it to Windows PCs by default for users with Microsoft 365 apps.
Android games are getting a Gemini-powered AI sidekick to help you play better
Google is rolling out Play Games Sidekick, a new AI overlay powered by Gemini Live that can guide you through Android games with real time tips and strategies.
WhatsApp’s new pre-teen accounts put parents in charge, not the algorithm
WhatsApp's new parent-managed accounts let guardians control who contacts their pre-teen, which groups they join, and all privacy settings, while keeping individual chats end-to-end encrypted.
Google Play adds free game trials and a dedicated PC hub for gamers
Google Play now lets you buy a game once and play it on both mobile and PC, try paid games for free before committing, and find PC-optimized titles all in one place.
Google Play Store will show a warning label if an app excessively drains your Android phone’s battery
Google Play Store will soon flag apps that drain your Android battery, helping users spot power-hungry apps before installing them and pushing developers to improve their inefficient apps.
Google Play billing is changing. Here’s why your apps might get cheaper
Google is overhauling Play Store billing with lower fees and external payment options for developers. The changes could mean cheaper in-app purchases and subscriptions for Android users starting this summer.
Fortnite returns to the Google Play Store after a long wait for Android phones
Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney confirms Fortnite will return to Google Play soon while Epic’s own mobile store continues supporting Android.
After social media, app stores and search engines are the next target for age-gating
Australia doubles down on protecting minors with age checks on app stores and search engines.
Apple starts checking your age before you download these apps
Apple now blocks 18+ app downloads in Brazil, Australia, and Singapore using automatic age checks. The company is also expanding similar tools in Utah and Louisiana as child safety laws spread worldwide.
Rivian adds Apple Watch app to control EVs from your wrist
Rivian’s new Apple Watch app lets drivers lock, unlock, check charge levels and control climate settings directly from their wrist, expanding the company’s connected EV ecosystem.
Nothing’s “Essential Apps” let you build personalized widgets with text-based prompts
Nothing's Essential Apps Beta lets Phone (3) users create AI-powered, personalized widgets through simple text prompts, offering a glimpse into the company's Essential OS vision.
Your WhatsApp voice notes could help screen for early signs of depression
Brazilian researchers developed an AI system that analyzes WhatsApp audio messages to identify depression, showing high accuracy and potential for low-cost, real-world mental health screening.
You can publish apps from Manus without Xcode or Android Studio
Manus is adding app publishing that aims to turn a described app into an installable mobile build, handling packaging while you finish distribution in Google Play Console or App Store Connect and TestFlight.
Your Ray-Ban Meta alternative is open-source, and that changes everything
Mentra Live is a Ray-Ban Meta alternative with a rare perk, an open-source OS and a MiniApp Store. It’s limited-run, app-driven camera glasses, but real-world polish and privacy details still need proof.
Replit’s AI can build your mobile apps and push them straight to App store
Replit’s new feature generates iOS apps from text prompts, integrates monetization, and streamlines App Store publishing - marking a major step in AI-driven software creation.
Are you a Spotify Premium subscriber? Get ready to pay $12.99 per month from February
Spotify will raise Premium prices to $12.99 from February 2026 in the U.S. and parts of Europe, citing growth pressures despite strong Q3 results.
Microsoft Lens is riding into the sunset, if you even remember using it
Microsoft Lens is shutting down on iOS and Android with two deadlines. It leaves app stores February 9, 2026, and stops making new scans March 9, 2026. Here’s how to prepare.
The best fitness apps to actually help you hit your New Year transformation goals
From calorie tracking to connected wearables, these fitness apps help turn good intentions into habits that actually stick
Threads is about to become a hub of podcast chatter
Threads is rolling out podcast previews and creator-focused features to become a central hub for podcast discussion.
ChatGPT for Android may soon let you jump into specific chats faster
ChatGPT for Android may soon add home screen shortcuts for specific conversations. An APK teardown suggests OpenAI is testing an "Add to home screen" option that opens a chosen chat directly.
The connector era is over: you can now submit ChatGPT apps to OpenAI
OpenAI is launching a ChatGPT app directory and opening submissions for developers, with approved apps rolling out in the new year. It’s a shift away from connectors toward chat-native apps.
Gemini web app just got Opal where you can build mini apps with no code
Opal is now built into the Gemini web app via the Gems manager, letting you create reusable, shareable AI mini-app workflows with no code, plus a new step-by-step editing view.
Zoom is also getting an AI assistant, if that’s what you need for video calls
Zoom's AI Companion 3.0 now runs in your browser, helps summarize meetings, draft emails, and create follow-ups, and offers limited free-tier access.
Running Android apps on your Windows 11 PC is about to feel slightly better
Android app streaming on Windows 11 is getting a subtle upgrade. A new expanded mode in Phone Link makes apps feel less cramped on large monitors, bringing the experience closer to something you might actually want to use daily.
Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy Z TriFold is hiding a cool PC productivity trick
Samsung’s Galaxy Z TriFold has a hidden productivity boost. Beyond its folding design and standalone DeX, the device can work as a wireless Second Screen for Windows PCs, turning the phone into an extra monitor you can unfold anywhere.
Apple’s best apps and games list just dropped and now we know its plans for 2026
Apple’s 2025 App Store Awards showcase rising trends in AI, accessibility, immersive video, and high-end gaming, giving users a curated list of apps worth downloading this year.