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The best MacBook apps in 2025: essential downloads for power users

Want to get more from your Mac? Our selection of the best Mac apps for power users will help you run advanced tasks in macOS without ever breaking a sweat.
My favorite budgeting apps.

I’ve used every major budgeting app, and these are my favorites for financial independence

Explore top budgeting apps like YNAB, Empower, and Monarch to boost your financial independence journey! Start budgeting smartly today.
Peacock on Mac.

What is Peacock? Pricing, content, and how to get it, explained

NBCUniversal's Peacock streaming service has a lot to offer, including films, TV shows, sports, news, and more. But is Peacock right for you?
Samsung Galaxy S23 showing Google Play Store

How to get a refund from the Google Play Store

If you accidentally purchased an app, subscription, movie, or TV show from the Google Play Store, in most cases, you'll be able to request a refund. Here's how.
Discord

What is Discord? What you need to know about the messaging app

Discord is a video game-focused voice and chat app that you'll want to start using if you're a gamer. Here's everything you need to know about Discord.
best messaging apps.

The 10 best messaging apps for Android and iOS in 2025

Stay connected to your loved ones anywhere in the world with these text messaging apps for group chats, video calling, private conversations, and more.
AI translation app on the Oppo Find X8 Ultra

I thought Google had the best AI translation app, but I was wrong

I thought Google had the best AI powered translation app, but a recent trip to China showed me I was wrong. Here's the app that beat it, powered by DeepSeek.
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10 best apps and websites for downloading free books in 2025

If you're an avid reader, then you're always looking for new books. Here are 10 websites and apps where you can score free e-books.
Emergency apps.

The best emergency apps for iOS and Android

From pandemics to protests, natural disasters to medical emergencies, we've hand-picked the best emergency apps to help you stay safe, whatever the situation.
best parental control apps

The best parental control apps for iPhone and Android

Many kids have smartphones these days, and that can make parenting tricky. Check out the best parental control apps to monitor smartphone and app activity.
Carrot Weather app on iPhone on table next to chess board.

The best weather apps for iPhone in 2025: AccuWeather, Carrot, and more

Whether you're looking for the most comprehensive data or something on the fun side, we've put together a list of the best weather apps for your iPhone.

The best walkie-talkie apps for Android and iOS

Fan of retro communication? Enjoy the nostalgia and meet new friends with the best walkie-talkie apps for Android and iOS.
Someone holding an iPhone 15 Pro Max with the screen on and showing the home screen.

How to hide apps on your iPhone in iOS 18 and earlier

Whether you want some privacy or don't want to be embarrassed, it's easy to hide apps on an iPhone. This article explains exactly how to do it step-by-step.
Midjourney logo on web explore feed.

Midjourney’s new image generation model announced to take on OpenAI’s GPT-4o

MidJourney has released a smart image generation AI model for faster, more accurate results.
OnePlus 5 soft gold with the phone app open.

The 10 best apps for a second phone number in 2025

Back in the old days, a mobile phone functioned as a second phone number. We compile some apps that provide extra phone lines for your current smartphone.
Mockups of the Skylight app on mobile devices.

TikTok challenger Skylight lands Mark Cuban’s backing

Backed by Mark Cuban, Skylight has officially arrived as the latest short-form video contender.
The Switch 2 next to a TV with Mario Kart.

The Nintendo Switch 2 needs this one feature to make it my favorite console ever

With days to go until the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct, we're manifesting one last feature request that could make the new portable perfect.
Typing on the iPhone 14 Plus.

The best iPhone keyboard apps in 2025: our 12 favorites

It's tough choosing the perfect third-party keyboard app for your iPhone, so we've rounded up the top performers for functionality, customization, and fun.
Miyamoto holding a phone with the Nintendo Today! app.

New Nintendo mobile app will deliver Switch 2 news directly to you

Nintendo has a new mobile app out today and it's designed to deliver news directly to players.
Coding on a MacBook

Vibe coding: What it is, and why you should give it a miss

Imagine building an entire app without typing a single line of code -- the vibe coding trend says it's possible, but I have big doubts.
fitness apps for Android

The 18 best fitness apps for Android in 2025

We've put together the best fitness apps for Android to help you achieve your fitness goals and turn your smartphone into a pocket-sized personal trainer.
Rose Quartz Pixel 9 Pro on a peppermint background.

Getting a Google Play services error? You’re not the only one

A Google Play Store bug is prompting users to download an update when there isn't one to be found, but thankfuly, the bug seems mostly harmless.
bumble dating app user interface.

Bumble’s new feature could save you from a romance scam

Bumble has added new safety measures to ensure you don't fall victim to scams or predators after you match with a date.
Installing iOS 18.3 update on an iPhone 16 Pro.

EU iPhone users are getting another exclusive perk with iOS 18.4

iOS 18.4 is coming soon and when it does, iPhone users in the EU will be able to choose their own default navigation app.
A series of social media app icons on a colorful smartphone screen.

The best alternatives to Twitter

If you're leaving Twitter but need another outlet for your hot takes, memes, and videos, then go take a look at our list of the best alternatives to Twitter.

The 10 best voice-changing apps for Android and iOS in 2025

Want to prank your friends? These voice-changer apps for iOS and Android can alter your voice, making you sound like a robot, a chipmunk, or Darth Vader.
Person holding Samsung Galaxy smartphone showing Google Play Store.

Google removed a useful but little-known Play Store feature

You once could share apps directly from the Google Play Store, but the Store's most recent update canned this feature.
The Disney+ home screen on iOS.

Disney+ just announced an insane deal — 72% off!

Are you thinking about getting Disney Plus or Hulu? Choose the Disney Plus Hulu Bundle Basic and pay only $3 for the first four months of your subscription!
The app store open on a MacBook Pro.

Apple Intelligence could solve my App Store pet peeve, but I’m skeptical

Apple’s App Store is full of outdated and irrelevant reviews, but Apple Intelligence could help fix that. Yet there are still problems that must be addressed.
Summarized notifications on Apple iPad mini with A17 Pro.

Despite the controversy, Apple is bringing AI summaries to the App Store

Apple is bringing AI summaries to the App Store, but will it go better this time than it did with news summaries?
Family Sharing dashboard on an iPhone.

Apple will let parents share kids’ age and revamp ratings to protect them

Later this year, Apple will make it easier for parents to set up child accounts, revise their age, and share an age range to protect children from bad content.
best personal finance apps.

The best personal finance apps in 2025 for iPhone and Android

Stay on top of your finances with the best personal finance apps for Android and iOS. And guess what? Many of these won’t cost you a dime to use.
Adobe Photoshop app for iPhone For fun filters

Adobe brings Photoshop to the iPhone with AI editing tools

The new Photoshop app for iPhone offers access to advanced tools such as magic wand, layering, as well as AI-powered Firefly editing tricks for creative effects.
An app that detects when users touch grass.

This app will literally have you touch some grass to unlock bad apps

Think your phone’s screen has you in a digital chokehold? This app will block those apps and will only grant access when you go out and touch some real grass.