Apple Can’t Keep Up With iPhone Duo Demand, CEO Ternus Says
Apple says iPhone Duo demand outstrips supply, with AI usage limits and rising memory costs next. Here is what John Ternus said and what it means for buyers.
Apple HomeView Code Hints at Built-In Security Camera Mode
Software strings suggest Apple's HomeView hub could double as a HomeKit Secure Video camera, though Apple has announced nothing and the hub launches November 13.
Chromebook vs Cheap Windows Laptop Under $300 for School and Streaming
A plain comparison of Chromebooks and budget Windows laptops under $300 for school, browsing and streaming, with a checklist of specs to look for in a sale.
How-To
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Do You Need Antivirus on iPhone, Android or Mac? What Really Protects You
Most people do not need paid antivirus on an iPhone, Android phone or Mac. Here is what actually keeps you safe, and which extras are a waste of money.
How to Download YouTube Videos Legally: Premium, Your Uploads and the Rules
Learn the legal ways to save YouTube videos: Premium offline downloads, your own uploads from YouTube Studio, and what the platform's rules do and do not allow.
AirPods Not Connecting or One AirPod Not Working? Step-by-Step Fixes
Fix AirPods that will not connect or play sound in one ear. Simple checks and resets for iPhone, Mac and Android, from charging to cleaning and re-pairing.
Tech News
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Hidden Work Mode Tile Found in Android Auto Hints at Work Profile Support
A teardown of Android Auto 18.0.664204 found an inactive Work Mode tile, suggesting Google may be testing Work Profile support. Google has not confirmed any plans.
Pixel 11 Pro Fold Review: Lighter and Tougher, but Priced at $1,899
Google's new foldable is 19 grams lighter, has a brighter display and tougher build, but keeps a visible crease and costs $1,899, close to rival wide foldables.
Apple Reportedly Plans OLED iPad Air and Three More iPads for 2027
Bloomberg's Mark Gurman says new iPad Air, iPad Pro and entry-level iPad models arrive in early 2027, with an OLED Air and a cooler-running Pro.
Internet & Apps
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How to Set Up Two-Factor Authentication (and Which Method to Pick)
A second sign-in step stops most account takeovers. Here's which method to use and exactly where to switch it on for your Google, Apple and Microsoft accounts.
Online File Converters: Safe Options for PDFs, Images, Audio and Video
Before you upload a contract or family video to a random converter site, check whether your computer can already do the job offline. Often it can.
How to Recover a Hacked Instagram or Facebook Account (and Lock It Down After)
If someone took over your Instagram or Facebook, the official recovery tools are free and the fastest route back. Here's how to use them, and how to keep it from happening again.
Gadgets
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How to Choose a Tablet: iPad vs Galaxy Tab vs Pixel Tablet vs Fire
Pick the right tablet for streaming, school, drawing or kids. Compare iPad, Galaxy Tab, Pixel Tablet and Amazon Fire on screen, apps, pen support and upkeep.
Which Game Console to Buy: PS5, Xbox, Switch 2 or Steam Deck
Compare PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2 and Steam Deck by budget, game library and family use to pick the right console for the holidays.
OLED vs QLED vs Mini-LED TVs: Picture, Brightness and Burn-In
OLED, QLED and Mini-LED TVs differ in contrast, brightness and burn-in risk. Here is how each works and which one suits a bright living room or a dark movie room.
AI
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How to Get Rid of AI Overviews in Google Search (the Web Filter and udm=14)
There's no setting to hide AI Overviews. A two-minute browser tweak makes Google show plain web links by default instead.
How to Turn Off or Limit Gemini on Android (Pixel and Samsung)
Google is retiring the classic Assistant on most phones, so going back is mostly off the table. You can still keep Gemini out of your way and limit what it stores.
AI Smart Glasses Explained: What Ray-Ban Meta and Display Glasses Can Do
Camera glasses with a built-in AI assistant have gone mainstream, and models with tiny displays are arriving. Here's what they do, the privacy rules, and whether you'd use one.
Deals
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Which AirPods Should You Buy on Sale? Models Compared Before You Pay
Not sure which AirPods to grab in a sale? Here is how the main models differ in noise cancelling, hearing features, case and fit, and what to check first.
Black Friday iPhone Deals Explained: Carrier Offers, Unlocked Prices and Trade-Ins
How Black Friday iPhone deals work: carrier bill credits versus unlocked discounts, how trade-in credit is paid, and what a genuinely good iPhone deal looks like.
Black Friday vs Cyber Monday for Tech: Which Day Is Better for TVs, Laptops and More
Black Friday often suits TVs and big-ticket items, while Cyber Monday leans online-friendly tech. See which day fits laptops, phones, headphones and smart home gear.