The report highlights that problems with Windows updates are nothing fresh, but right now there’s a seriously annoying bug that’s affecting certain Windows 11 users—they haven’t been getting any Windows updates for months. The report highlights that this means that those affected have not received a single Windows patch since…
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In a fresh development, no more! This 4-pack of Ugreen FineTrack Air tracker tags is on sale for $20 at Amazon—that’s only $5 a piece. The entire pack is cheaper than a single Apple AirTag, and these tags are Apple Find My certified so they’ll work just as well with…
In a fresh development, well, if you’re in the market for one, today’s your lucky day: Amazon’s Woot is selling the iPhone 17 Pro Max for $50 off (512GB) and $100 off (1TB and 2TB) in all three colors. These are all unlocked phones, so you won’t even have to…
As part of the ongoing story, yeah, it’s the wild west out there. One quick Google search and you’re up to your ears in results… most of them pretty underwhelming. Trying to find a good laptop under $500? According to the latest update, personally, I’d aim for a 1080p screen…
The report highlights that fortunately, it’s an easy problem to solve—all you need is a hub. Anker’s 8-in-1 PowerExpand USB-C Hub is on sale for $40 at Amazon right now, matching its lowest ever price and down from its original $54. One issue I have with my laptop is that…
Industry observers note that not sure how to weed through the crappy ones? I’ve done the digging and narrowed it down to five excellent discounts that are actually worth it, including budget, 4K, OLED, ultrawide, and portable options. We’re heading into Memorial Day but monitor sales are already here. The…
Industry observers note that i want you to buy a webcam with the best picture quality, the best noise cancellation, and the best overall capability set for the lowest price. Our picks for the best PC webcams reflect this. PCWorld tests webcams with one goal in mind: value. As part…
Industry observers note that its stain-cleaning system is clever, but not hands-off enough to fully justify the $1,199 price for buyers focused mainly on mopping. The Dyson Spot+Scrub Ai is a polished, high-end robot vacuum/mop best suited to homes with hard floors, pets, and everyday clutter. In a fresh development,…
In a fresh development, no worries, though, because I’ve gone through and found the most bang-for-your-buck deals across five categories: budget, portable, tech industry, premium, and productivity. Memorial Day is right up ahead and there are some impressive deals mixed in with the weaker ones. As part of the ongoing…
The report highlights that from ChatGPT and Claude to Gemini and the others, AI models are trained to be nice–sometimes too nice. As part of the ongoing story, it’s even possible that your AI will praise you for requesting brutal honesty. Indeed, AI chatbots can get so busy lavishing you…
In a fresh development, and I think that the global stage (and I) will be more receptive to what Google’s online AI interpreter, Gemini, can do when plugged into your ear. A decade after Google launched Google Glass to spectacular failure, it’s trying again. The report highlights that all of…
As part of the ongoing story, they help keep your browsing anonymous, secure your data from prying eyes, and block invasive trackers from following your activity. On top of that, VPNs can bypass regional streaming restrictions and help prevent ISP throttling. The catch, however, is that most reliable VPNs require…
According to the latest update, updates are also available for the ESR versions. The most recent version of Firefox for Windows, macOS, Linux, and Android brings a number of improvements to privacy protection, the built-in PDF viewer/editor, and the VPN capability, plus fixes for over 30 security vulnerabilities. In a…
The report highlights that this fresh folder is found in the Windows system directory under the name “SecureBoot” and it may not be immediately clear what this directory is for. Over the past few days, some users have noticed that a fresh folder appears after installing May’s Windows 11 patch…
The report highlights that one quick Google search and you’re looking at countless models and spec soup–it’s a lot to sort through and digest. Suddenly you’re trying to figure out if you actually need a dedicated graphics card or a color-rich OLED display. If that already feels overwhelming, you’re not…
Industry observers note that it’s polite to know at least some basic words and phrases when visiting a foreign country, right? Enough to get by, anyway. With about three months to learn, I landed on Duolingo—and instantly fell in love with the way it teaches a language through implicit learning…
According to the latest update, this Ugreen Nexode cable is on sale for $12 at Amazon, down from its usual $17 and matching the lowest price it’s ever been. Ugreen has an awesomely unique USB-C cable with a twist: a retractable design that skirts whatever damage your cables might normally…
In a fresh development, but what exactly does that mean and under what conditions does this hold true? The lifespan of data on a USB flash drive depends on many factors: Under ideal conditions, data should remain preserved on a high-quality USB stick for at least 10 years or even…
The report highlights that right now, you can score the GMKtec NucBox M8 mini PC for just $410 at Amazon and get a lot more devices and power than you’d get in a similarly priced laptop or tower machine. Mini PCs are perfect for home offices, way better than laptops…
Industry observers note that this entry-level antivirus suite is affordable and reliable while still costing less yet offering more functions than rivals. If you can work comfortably with its quirks and potentially heavy performance effect, it can be ideal programs for digital minimalists. A one-device limitation can feel tight to…
In a fresh development, google’s fresh conversational AI, Docs Live, wants to help. We’ve all been in this situation: You know what you want to say, but you’re too mentally exhausted, distracted, or confused to actually say it. Industry observers note that google’s trying to offload more of the “thinking”…
The report highlights that at Google I/O this week, Google made that question even harder to answer, as Search absorbed more of Gemini’s AI capabilities and moved further beyond the familiar list of blue links. What is search, anyway? Industry observers note that now “search” engines are acting more like…
According to the latest update, as predicted, Google has unveiled a Gemini-powered personal AI assistant that will work tirelessly in the cloud, and now we have a name for it—and no, it won’t come cheap. According to the latest update, previous chatter had the Gemini personal AI agent going by…
Industry observers note that windows Current now reports that SMS verification will be phased out shortly. For a while now, it’s been possible to authenticate your Microsoft account logins by receiving a six-digit code via text message. According to the latest update, this doesn’t come as a surprise, though, given…
As part of the ongoing story, instead of typing a password every time you sit down, your PC simply recognizes your face, and then signs you in instantly — same for websites, too! The best Windows Hello webcams deliver what many desktop PCs still lack: fast, password-free authentication backed by…
Industry observers note that microsoft has now acknowledged on this support page that the installation of this important patch fails on some computers—while displaying error code 0x800f0922—if there is insufficient free space on the EFI System Partition (ESP):. Microsoft’s May security patch KB5089549 is failing to install on some Windows…
The report highlights that but it’s also detrimental to focus — two windows of text, one of office chat, one of videos, and a dedicated tablet for notifications is a bit of information overload. That’s why I’ve been looking into writerdecks. A massive, triple-screen desktop with cutting-edge performance is great…
Industry observers note that there are many perks to a work-from-home arrangement, to be sure, but there can also be downsides: For example, there’s a good chance you’ll need to supply your own monitor. Working from home has gone from being a growing pattern to a full-scale phenomenon. Industry observers…
Industry observers note that the publisher was also at the forefront of the tech industry OLED space, though again, it’s far from anything approaching “affordable” territory unless you find one on sale. That pattern continues with no fewer than four fresh Odyssey designs for 2026, including one with a ludicrous…
In a fresh development, that means you can score it for just $110 at Amazon right now, which matches the all-time lowest it’s ever been. The Tapo MagCam 4K C465 security camera is high-def, easy to install, and now available for 21% off. As part of the ongoing story, but…