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Photos app on iOS 18.

I hate the new Photos app in iOS 18

After many years, Apple decided to revamp the Photos app in iOS 18. And I can't stand it.
Emoji reactions on Google Messages running on OnePlus 11.

Sending photos via RCS is about to get better in Google Messages

You'll soon be able to send full-resolution, max-quality photos to friends and family through Google Messages.
Screenshot of Apple News on an iPhone.

There’s an easy way to follow election results on your iPhone. Here’s how

After voting today, it's time to check the results. Apple is making this easier through a Live Activity tracker for iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch.
best language learning apps.

The best language-learning apps for 2024

Learning a language can be tough. Fortunately, we've found the best apps to help make learning a foreign tongue fun with lessons, quizzes, and other activities.
Samsung Galaxy S24 in Marble Gray showing the Play Store.

AI may soon make it easier to find the right Android app

Code discovered in a build of the Google Play Store app suggests a new AI search feature is coming to make it easier to find the right app.
A photo of an Apple screen and a close-up of the App Store icon with three notifications on it.

Apple is going to make it easier to read App Store reviews

App Store listings could soon get a taste of Apple Intelligence in the form of a combined summary of every review.
iOS 16 Work Focus with a Fantastical widget and two rows of work-related apps

This beloved Mac-only app has finally come to Windows

The Fantastical calendar app has been a fan favorite on Mac for over a decade, and now Windows users can finally join the club.
Dell Inspiron 14 2-in-1 sitting on a table.

Common bloatware to uninstall on your new laptop

Purchased a new laptop recently? Here's how you can reclaim some storage by removing the unnecessary apps known as bloatware.
The Apple Sports app running on an iPhone 16.

If you aren’t already using the Apple Sports app, you need to

Chances are you have an app on your phone for following sports scores. If that app isn't Apple Sports, this is your chance to fix that.
Apple Vision Pro gameplay of Gibbon: Beyond the Trees.

Apple’s new app could be the next big thing in mobile gaming

Apple is reportedly working on a new app that would combine elements of the App Store, Game Center, and communication tools.
google messages scam identity fraud package delivery spam features detect

The Google Messages app is getting a few important safety features

Fake parcel scams, shady job offers, and impersonation attacks are rampant. Google is hoping to stop them with a new set of safety features in the Messages app.
Google Pixel showing the Google Pixel Weather app.

Google’s Pixel Weather app could get a fun new feature

If you're a Google Pixel owner, there's a new Pixel Weather feature set to arrive soon. The feature adds immersive weather vibrations to the mix.
The Oura Ring 4 and the Oura app.

I used the brand new Oura Ring app. Here’s why you’ll want it

I've been using the redesigned Oura Ring app with the Oura Ring 3 and Oura Ring 4, and now understand if it's worth the monthly subscription or not.
Close-up photo of the Messages app on an iPhone.

How to schedule a text message on your iPhone

Your iPhone is capable of seemingly endless tasks — but can it schedule a text message to be sent at a later time? Yes, but there's a catch.
AccuWeather app on iPhone.

This is my favorite weather app of 2024

I've tried a lot of weather apps across iOS and Android. Here's the one that's stood out as my personal favorite.
Best hurricane tracking apps.

The best hurricane trackers for Android and iOS in 2024

There are plenty of hurricane trackers that help you prepare for, monitor, and weather a major storm. We've assembled a list of the best apps to keep you safe.
Disney Plus on a TV screen.

How to cancel your Disney+ subscription

Despite binge-watching Andor and all the Marvel movies, Disney+ didn’t work out for you. No problem. Here’s how to cancel Disney+ and your Disney account.
Verizon banner splashed across iPhone screen.

Verizon is shutting down its popular texting app. Here’s why

Verizon Messages has been around for years. Now, it's getting ready to shut down. Here's why.
Screenshots of the Arc Search app on Android.

Arc Search, one of my favorite iPhone apps, is now on Android

Arc Search has become one of my favorite iPhone apps of 2024. Now, it's finally available on Android.
The iPhone 16 Pro, showing its iOS 18 home screen.

iOS 18 has a big privacy change. Here’s what it means for you

The new iOS 18 update adds lots of new features for iPhone users and many more are on the way. Here's an iOS 18 change you probably didn't hear about.
A person holding the Google Pixel 9.

This Google app will make your Pixel look more like an iPhone

The Google Phone app is apparently getting a big redesign, and it's one that's heavily inspired by the iPhone.
Using Halide Process Zero Camera on an iPhone 15 Pro Max.

How Halide Process Zero changed my iPhone camera forever

AI is everywhere, and so is a brand’s signature color processing in your photos. For purists who prefer realism and editing space, Halide has something special.
Moto G 5G (2024) in Sage Green showing Gmail.

Your Gmail app will soon help protect you from scams

Email scams are an annoying fact of life. Here's how the Gmail app is helping protect you from them.
A screenshot of the Panels app.

MKBHD released a wallpaper app, and it’s getting destroyed

Popular tech YouTuber MKBHD released a new wallpaper app called Panels. It's getting a lot of attention, but not for the right reasons.
Duolingo app on an iPhone sitting on table.

The Duolingo app just got two big updates. Here’s what’s new

Duolingo is one of the best language learning apps around. Now, it's getting two new features to make it even better.
Person holding a phone with Google Wallet opened showing the new Everything Else feature.

Passports are coming to Google Wallet, but you’ll still need the paper version

You'll soon be able to add your passport to Google Wallet and use it in select airports around the country.
The Microsoft Office app on PC.

How much is Microsoft Office?


Microsoft 365 is now Microsoft Office, and it comes with a range of useful applications. You do have to pay for it though. Here's how much it costs.
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How to remove a page break in Word

Removing unsightly page breaks from your Microsoft Word document isn't as difficult as you might think. Here's how to remove or adjust a page break in Word.
Microsoft Store Ads on a Dell XPS Laptop.

Launching Windows 11 apps could get up to 50% faster thanks to this new tech

Launching Windows 11 apps can be pretty slow, but Microsoft is making changes that could bring big improvements over time.
Instagram app running on the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5.

Instagram just got a lot safer for teens

New Teen Accounts help protect kids on Instagram and give parents more control over what their children see on the app.
The Voice Memos app running on an iPhone 14 Pro.

How one phone app uses your voice to detect high blood pressure

Smartphone apps can do a lot these days. But what if there was one that used your voice to detect high blood pressure? It's real, and it's very impressive.
The flappy bird flying through some pipes

Mega-hit Flappy Bird is returning to mobile after a decade

Flappy Bird was removed from app stores in 2014, but it's now making a return more than 10 years later.
Stock photo of man using laptop

How to wrap text in Microsoft Excel

Text wrapping isn't just for word processors. You can wrap text in spreadsheets too. Here's how to wrap text in Microsoft Excel using two different methods.
Google Photos

Organizing your Google Photos library will soon get a lot easier

The Google Photos app for Android is picking up some refined organizational features for your photos and videos. Here's more about it and when it might arrive.