Eight apps that launched or made notable news in 2026, what each one does, who it suits, plus simple tips for downloading new apps safely on iPhone and Android.
Free and Go ChatGPT users now see ads, and they can be personalized using your chats and memory. Here’s how ChatGPT ads work and how to turn off personalized ads and delete your ad data.
Google is replacing Gemini Gems with Skills. Here’s what Skills are, key dates, what happens to your existing Gems, and how to create and use Skills with a simple slash command.
WhatsApp guest calling lets anyone join a WhatsApp call from a computer browser, no account needed. Here’s how to create a call link, what guests can do, limits and privacy.
McAfee found more than 1,900 fake apps on Google Play pushing adware and subscription traps. Here’s how to spot fake apps, check your phone, remove them and use Play Protect.
The ChatGPT extension for Chrome can now read your open tabs, compare pages, fill forms and organize tabs. Here’s how to use it, how it compares with Gemini in Chrome, and how to stay safe.
Scammers are sending fake data breach notices with QR codes that lead to look-alike forms. Here’s how to tell a real notice from a fake, a quick checklist, and what to do if you already scanned.
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 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.
Black Friday 2026 is November 27. Here’s how to spot fake deals, scam shopping sites and fake delivery texts, the free tools that check a website, and how to report scams in the US and UK.
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 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.
