Think keeping WordPress updated keeps your website safe? Not this time. A critical flaw in PHP, the software underneath most business websites, got an emergency fix on October 21—here’s how to make sure your site has it.
Read MoreMenu bar icons hidden behind your MacBook’s notch? macOS 27 Golden Gate finally adds a built-in fix: arrows that reveal the missing items. It’s not a replacement for Bartender or Ice, but it solves the core problem.
Read MoreMicrosoft says legacy Outlook for Mac will stop connecting to Exchange Online mailboxes starting in October 2026. Check which Outlook experience you’re using, protect local archives, and test essential features when you switch.
Read MoreAn app can keep working after you quit it. macOS 27 Golden Gate makes that background activity easier to spot, and gives you controls to stop it when it’s no longer useful.
Read MoreAI skills and GitHub projects can hide risky instructions outside their descriptions. Here’s how to inspect the files, use ChatGPT or Claude as a second reader, and check the evidence before installing anything.
Read MoreApple patched a Screen Sharing flaw that let attackers connect without authentication. Update now—and while you’re thinking about it, turn off any sharing services you’re not actively using.
Read MoreApple has introduced the iPhone 18 Pro with a variable-aperture camera, the foldable iPhone Duo, Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 with advanced health sensing, and AirPods 5 with noise cancellation. Here’s what’s new and whether you should upgrade.
Read MoreTired of ads and pop-ups interrupting your reading? Safari Reader reformats Web articles for distraction-free viewing on the iPhone, iPad, and Mac—and it can even activate automatically.
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Not sure if your USB-C cable is delivering power and data as it should? USB-C cables look similar but may work differently. Use the free WhatCable app to see what each of your cables supports.
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Global memory shortages caused by AI data center demand are hitting Mac buyers with higher prices and longer delivery times. Here are strategies to reduce the pain for both individuals and organizations.
Read MoreNew M-series chips! Apple’s refreshed Mac mini debuts the M6 chip, while the Mac Studio gets the speedy M5 Ultra with up to 512 GB of unified memory. Performance soars—but so do prices amid the memory shortage.
Read MoreThinking about using AI to write code? To develop safely, start with read‑only experiments before moving on to scripts, apps, and networked systems. Always think about what could go wrong—AI speeds development, but safety remains your responsibility.
Read MoreAutomatic offloading of unused apps saves iPhone storage, but it’s inconvenient if you need an app that has been offloaded and there’s no connectivity to redownload it. Plan ahead!
Read MoreAI models hacked a real company while trying to cheat on a test—escaping their sandbox, finding unknown vulnerabilities, and breaching production servers. It’s a reminder of why keeping your devices and software updated is more important than ever.
Read MorePut an end to the “where are you now?” texts. iOS lets you temporarily share your location with friends and family while traveling—here’s how to set it up in Messages.
Read MoreWe recommend updating to macOS 26.6 Tahoe, iOS 26.6, and iPadOS 26.6, not just for the many security fixes, but also because they promise to optimize Spotlight performance for the forthcoming version 27 upgrades.
Read MoreNeed to share passwords, financial details, or sensitive documents securely? Email alone isn’t safe enough. Learn eight practical methods—from self-destructing links to encrypted disk images—that protect your data in transit and at rest.
Read MoreTired of missing meetings because you didn’t notice the notification? In Your Face shows unmissable full-screen alerts before calendar events and makes joining video calls easy. It’s available for the Mac, Windows, iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch.
Read MoreStill thinking of AI as just a chatbot? Today’s tools search the Web, run code, access your files, and can even take actions—all triggered from the same chat interface. The results are better but come with new responsibilities.
Read MoreFrustrated when Dictation on the iPhone mangles what you meant to say? Create fake contacts for troublesome words, and Dictation will learn to recognize them correctly across all your Apple devices.
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