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macOS 26.4 adds a neat charging feature that Windows laptops have had for years

macOS 26.4 introduces a new "Slow Charger" indicator that alerts you when your MacBook is connected to an underpowered adapter or cable, making it easier to diagnose slow charging issues.
Launchpad in macOS Sequoia.

Apple killed Launchpad, now it’s blocking your replacement

WWDC 2026 poster

WWDC 2026: Everything we expect from Apple’s June event 

Computer, Electronics, Laptop

macOS 26.4 is out now with subtle upgrades and a big hint about the future

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Google is readying Gemini AI app for Mac with Desktop Intelligence

VPN

The VPN issues on your phone are apparently an unfixed Android 16 bug

Computer, Electronics, Pc

You’re getting a free VPN in Firefox, here’s why it matters

macOS Tahoe 26 public beta running on the M4 MacBook Air 15

Everything new that’s coming to your Mac with macOS 26.4

Triangle, Computer Hardware, Electronics

Your browser is now a cyberpunk OS with native Bluesky hooks

Illustration of 12-inch MacBook.

MacOS isn’t too much of a safe haven than Windows as infostealers come for Apple computers

Apple MacBook Neo with users hands on it

Can the $599 MacBook Neo actually handle gaming? A new test tries to find out

Electronics, Mobile Phone, Phone

After games and GPUs, Nvidia’s next target is an AI agent market to handle your work

Setapp app bundle

Setapp now lets you pay for Mac and iOS apps in full or as standalone subcriptions

MacPaw now lets you avoid paying for its entire catalog of apps as a membership fee. You can now pay for lifetime access, or subscribe to only a few.
The 2025 edition of 1Password is open on a PC monitor.

1Password just got more expensive, so here are some pocket-friendly alternatives

1Password is raising subscription prices soon. Find out what’s changing, why it’s happening, and how the new costs could impact users.
Discord Age Verification Logo Featured

Discord admits it rushed age checks and is rethinking the rollout

Discord delays global age verification rollout after backlash, promising more options, transparency, and a revised launch later in 2026.
MacBook Pro in space grey sitting on a desk.

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.
Close-up of hands on a laptop keyboard in a dark room.

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.
A dark mystery hand typing on a laptop computer at night.

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.
Discord on PC Featured

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.
Screenshot of Google Chrome infused with AI features featured image.

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.
Copilot

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 Creator Studio featured image.

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.
Accessories, Glasses, Computer Hardware

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 official

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.
Drone

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 Creator Studio featured image.

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.
Running LinkNotch app on the Mac.

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.
A person using a laptop with a set of code seen on the display.

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.
Running Loook app on Mac

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.
Webroot holiday sale

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.
Edge Light on MacBook Air.

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.
Loopty app switcher for Mac

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.
Home page of Vector app for Mac.

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.
AirPods Pro on a trackpad.

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.

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