Microsoft October 2026 Patch Tuesday: Record Fixes, Zero-Days and How to Update Windows Safely
Microsoft’s October 2026 Patch Tuesday fixed a record 1,400+ flaws, including an exploited zero-day. Here is what it means and how to update safely.
Software Updates
Can Your PC Run Windows 11? How to Check Requirements and What to Do If It Can’t
Not sure if your Windows 10 PC can run Windows 11? Learn the official requirements, how to check TPM and Secure Boot, and what to do if it can’t.
How to Check Which Version of Windows, macOS, iOS or Android You Have
Not sure what version of Windows, macOS, iOS or Android you are running? Here are the quick, official ways to check, plus how to tell if you need an update.
Microsoft Copilot in Windows 11: What It Does and How to Turn It Off
What the Copilot app does in Windows 11, how the Copilot key and Win+C work, and the real options to hide, remap, uninstall or block Copilot, for home users and IT admins.
How to Turn On Android 17 Advanced Protection Mode (and What It Blocks)
Android’s Advanced Protection mode switches on Google’s strongest device security in one place. Here’s where the setting is, what it blocks, and the trade-offs to know before you enable it.
Android 17 Update: Which Phones Get It and What’s New
Android 17 is rolling out to Pixel, Samsung, Motorola, Nothing and more. Here are the best new features, which phones get it and when, and how to install it.
iOS 27.1 and 27.2: What’s New and Should You Update?
iOS 27.1 is aimed at the new iPhone Duo, while iOS 27.2 is still in beta with Siri AI in five more languages. Here’s what each update includes and whether you should wait.
Samsung One UI 9: Which Galaxy Phones Get It and What’s New
One UI 9 is rolling out to Galaxy phones in phases. Here’s which models get it, where the rollout stands in October 2026, what’s new, and how to check for the update.
Windows 11 26H2 Is Here: What’s New and Why 24H2 Users Should Update Now
Windows 11 26H2 is rolling out, and 24H2 Home and Pro stopped getting security updates on October 13, 2026. Here’s what’s new, how to check your version and how to update.
Microsoft Copilot Credits Explained: What Changes With Usage-Based Billing
Microsoft is billing some Copilot agent work by usage in Copilot Credits, while core Copilot in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Teams stays on the per-user licence. Here’s what changes and what admins should check.
What Is GPT-6? ChatGPT’s New Model Explained (Sol vs Luna, and What Free Users Get)
GPT-6 is now the default model in ChatGPT. Here’s what GPT-6 Sol and Luna are, what free users get, how Intelligent UI works and how to use it.
Windows 10 Security Updates Now Run Until October 2027: What You Need to Know
Microsoft extended free Windows 10 security updates to October 12, 2027. Here’s who qualifies, how to enroll, and whether you should still upgrade.