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.

Pranob Mehrotra     February 17

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.

Paulo Vargas     February 13

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.

Paulo Vargas     February 13

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.

Varun Mirchandani     February 9

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.

Paulo Vargas     February 2

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.

Paulo Vargas     January 29

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.

Manisha Priyadarshini     January 28

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.

Paulo Vargas     January 23

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.

Varun Mirchandani     January 22

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 […]

Paulo Vargas     January 22

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.

Shikhar Mehrotra     January 13

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.

Nadeem Sarwar     January 8

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.

Paulo Vargas     December 23, 2025

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.

Nadeem Sarwar     December 18, 2025

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.

Omair Khaliq Sultan     December 18, 2025

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.

Nadeem Sarwar     December 14, 2025

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.

Nadeem Sarwar     December 11, 2025

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.

Nadeem Sarwar     December 5, 2025

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.

Nadeem Sarwar     November 23, 2025

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.

Nadeem Sarwar     November 22, 2025

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.

Nadeem Sarwar     November 13, 2025

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.

Paulo Vargas     November 13, 2025

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.

Manisha Priyadarshini     November 12, 2025

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 […]

Manisha Priyadarshini     November 6, 2025

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.

Manisha Priyadarshini     November 4, 2025

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.

Shikhar Mehrotra     November 4, 2025

Waymo robotaxis are heading to these three cities

Riders will be able to book trips just like they do with any other ridesharing service.

Trevor Mogg     November 3, 2025

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.

Moinak Pal     November 3, 2025

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.

Moinak Pal     November 1, 2025

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.

Shikhar Mehrotra     October 28, 2025

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.

Manisha Priyadarshini     October 28, 2025

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.

Jon Martindale     October 24, 2025

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.

Jon Martindale     October 17, 2025

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.

Nadeem Sarwar     October 17, 2025

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.

Shikhar Mehrotra     October 15, 2025

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.

Shikhar Mehrotra     October 15, 2025

Cops pulled over an empty robotaxi for a violation. What happened next?

Regulators are still trying to catch up with the technology.

Trevor Mogg     October 1, 2025

As a Windows fan, here’s why macOS 26 Tahoe is tempting me

Even as a Windows loyalist, macOS 26 Tahoe has me reconsidering.

Kunal Khullar     September 22, 2025