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Chrome Search Settings

Google Chrome to display "choose your search engine" prompt

Google Chrome users will soon get a "choose your search engine prompt" when they start the desktop web browser. This prompt allows them to select a search engine out of several ones […]

Google Podcasts will be added to Google's Graveyard in April 2024

Users of the Google Podcast app won't be able to use the app anymore from April 2024 onward. Google announced the discontinuation of the app in the United States today. The company's […]

Windows 11's Notepad is getting character count on the status bar

Windows 11's Notepad is getting a character count on the status bar

Windows 11's Notepad is getting a couple of improvements. This includes a character count on the status bar, and a quick way to access it from Explorer. The plain text editor in […]

LogoFail vulnerability affects many Windows and Linux devices

Many commercial computers are vulnerable to a set of vulnerabilities that exploit flaws in the processing of startup logos during boot. Security researchers at Binarly have disclosed security vulnerabilities in system firmware […]

Google Drive Recover Backup

Google explains how Drive users may restore lost files

Some Google Drive users reported online that they were missing months worth of files. Most stated that they lost months worth of files from one day to the next. It took Google […]

Opera Lucid Mode 2.0 brings refined controls and a comparison slider

Opera Lucid Mode 2.0 brings refined controls and a comparison slider

About a year ago, I wrote about Lucid Mode in Opera browser. Now, the feature has been enhanced with Lucid Mode 2.0. In case you are not aware of what it does, […]

Google aims to leave ChatGPT behind with this AI

Google has unveiled Gemini, which it claims is its largest and most powerful AI model to date. Gemini's capabilities surpass that of ChatGPT and other competing AI models, according to Google. Gemini […]

Microsoft special event

Windows in 2024: Microsoft working on AI-focused Windows release

Rumors about a new version of Windows that Microsoft plans to release in 2024 have been around for some time. A report by Windows Central suggests that Microsoft plans to launch an […]

Apple releases iOS 17.2 RC update

Apple releases iOS 17.2 RC update

Apple has begun seeding the iOS 17.2 RC update to testers in the beta channel. The update brings the Journal app, and several fixes for issues that were reported by users. Journal […]

Chrome 120 launches with security updates, password sharing and automatic Safety Checks

Google released Chrome 120 to the public a moment ago. The new version of the Chrome browser is available for all supported platforms. Most Chrome installations will update automatically thanks to the […]

Breaking: Consumers will be able to extend Windows 10 Support

Microsoft announced a moment ago that Windows 10 consumers will be able to extend the lifetime of their products after October 2025. Windows 10 is running out of support on October 2025. […]

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Warning: Simple Mobile Tools sold to controversial ZipoApps publisher

Simple Mobile Tools, a collection of free and open source applications for Android, will soon be owned by the controversial publisher ZipoApps. All Simple Mobile Tools have a few things in common: […]

Mozilla earned close to $600 million in 2022

Mozilla published its audited financial statement for the year 2022 this week. Revenue has stayed approximately the same, but a certain trend starts to make a noticeable impact on the organization's revenue. […]

Seeing

After 6 years Microsoft launches Seeing AI app for Android

When Microsoft released its Seeing AI app for Apple iOS devices in 2017, many thought that the release of an Android version was only a matter of time. Seeing AI is an […]

Microsoft is reportedly auto-installing the HP Smart app on Windows 10 and 11 PCs

There is an explanation for the HP Smart app Windows auto-installation issue

The unwanted installation of Hewlett Packard's printer software HP Smart on Windows 10 and 11 devices caused confusion in the past couple of days. Windows users, even those without HP printers or […]

Chrome shows how much memory a tab uses

Google is testing a new feature in its Chrome web browser that reports the memory usage of each browser tab to the user. The new feature is available in Chrome Canary already […]

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Ad Speedup: mute, skip and fast forward ads on YouTube

Over the past couple of months, a new breed of extensions has emerged to deal with YouTube's ever increasing arsenal of ads. These extensions don't block advertisement on YouTube like traditional content […]

Google Chrome redesign

Soon, Google has even more leverage against adblockers

Google plans to roll out Manifest V3, a new rules system for browser extensions, by mid 2024. The old system will no longer be supported by then, which means that all extensions […]

Apple TV+ and Paramount+ could be bundled into a single subscription

Apple TV+ and Paramount+ could be bundled into a single subscription

Apple and Paramount are reportedly working on a partnership to bundle Apple TV+ and Paramount+. This could be great for users who are interested and / or are subscribed to both services. […]

Microsoft special event

Windows 11 24H2 and Windows 12 expected in 2024

Will Microsoft release Windows 12 in 2024 and what would the release mean for Windows 11? Microsoft hasn't announced Windows 12 publicly at this point, but several sources inside and outside Microsoft […]

Windows 11 Development: overview of the November 2023 changes

Microsoft announced and introduced several important changes in November 2023. The company released several development builds to testers, which included minor and major changes. Highlights include the promise to make Microsoft Edge, […]

iOS 17.1.2, iPadOS 17.1.2 and macOS 14.1.2 patch 2 actively exploited security vulnerabilities

iOS 17.1.2, iPadOS 17.1.2 and macOS 14.1.2 patch 2 actively exploited security vulnerabilities

Apple has released a point update for iPhones, iPads and Macs. iOS 17.1.2, iPadOS 17.1.2 and macOS 14.1.2 ship with patches for 2 actively exploited security flaws. Apple patches 2 critical security […]

firefox

Firefox 120.0.1 update fixes issue that caused 100% CPU usage on some sites

Mozilla released the first point update for Firefox 120 some hours ago. This new version addresses several performance related issues, including one that caused 100% CPU usage on sites such as Google […]

Netflix GTA trilogy

Netflix announces GTA trilogy for mobile devices

In a move that will undoubtedly excite gamers worldwide, Netflix has announced that the highly anticipated Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy - The Definitive Edition will be making its mobile debut exclusively […]

Operation Deep Freeze R6 update

Operation Deep Freeze R6 update delayed

Rainbow Six Siege players eagerly awaiting the new Operation Deep Freeze R6 update will have to wait a bit longer, as Ubisoft has announced a delay "for further testing". The Rainbow Six […]

New Reddit logo

Rising from the ashes with the new Reddit logo

Reddit, the popular social media platform known for its vibrant communities and lively discussions, has recently undergone a rebranding amidst the Reddit IPO rumors, introducing a refreshed logo and a suite of […]

Average Spotify listening time

How big a part has music played in your life this year?

Spotify Wrapped 2023 has arrived, offering music enthusiasts a personalized glimpse into their listening patterns. Among the intriguing data points revealed is the average Spotify listening time, a metric that encapsulates the […]

Microsoft is reportedly auto-installing the HP Smart app on Windows 10 and 11 PCs

Microsoft is reportedly auto-installing the HP Smart app on Windows 10 and 11 PCs

Windows 10 and 11 ship with several apps that you may not want. One more app has reportedly joined the list of bloatware, the HP Smart app. A report by Windows Latest […]

How to transfer files from Android to PC or Mac

BLUFFS: new Bluetooth vulnerability discovered that affects most devices

BLUFFS is an acronym for a new Bluetooth vulnerability that security researcher Daniele Antonioli disclosed recently. BLUFFS, which stands for Bluetooth Forward and Future Secrecy, is actually a set of six unique […]

Paint's AI Image Creator is now available for everyone

Microsoft Paint's AI image creator is now available for all users according to reports. Microsoft unveiled the new functionality back in September 2023, but did not make it available for all users […]

Android 14 QPR beta

What's new in Android 14 QPR beta?

Google's Android operating system has consistently evolved over the years, bringing new features and enhancements to the mobile platform. As part of this continuous improvement process, Google routinely releases Quarterly Platform Releases […]

Okta Hack

When will the cybersecurity company Okta ensure its own security?

On Tuesday, Okta revealed that hackers had stolen data from all of its customer support users in a major breach of its customer support system. The company had previously said that only […]

How to get Spotify Wrapped 2023

A musical flashback with Spotify Wrapped 2023

The wait is finally over and Spotify Wrapped 2023 is here, offering a personalized recap of your listening habits over the past year. This year's Wrapped introduces new features, including a section […]

How to get Apple Music Replay 2023

Apple Music Replay is here!

As the year drew to a close, music lowers were eagerly awaiting the unveiling of their personalized listening habits through Apple Music Replay 2023 which is an interactive feature that provides a […]

How to turn off Opera startup sound

Please tune it down Opera!

Opera stands out as a popular choice for users seeking a fast, secure, and feature-rich browsing experience. However, one aspect of Opera that can sometimes be bothersome is the startup sound that […]

Google Drive for iOS gets a document scanner

Google Drive for iOS gets a document scanner

The Google Drive for iOS has been updated to introduce a new feature, a built-in document scanner. Finally, it was about time. The feature was recently revamped in the Android app. Here […]

Google Chrome redesign

Time to update Chrome, another vulnerability is exploited in the wild

Google released an update for its Chrome web browser some hours ago that fixes several vulnerabilities. One of these, CVE-2023-6345, is exploited in the wild according to Google. Chrome users may want […]

Samsung Internet

Samsung launches its Internet browser Samsung Internet for Windows

Samsung Internet, Samsung's flagship web browser for the Android operating system, is now available for Windows. Windows users may head over to the Microsoft Store and hit the Install button on the […]

Open extensions on Firefox for Android will be available from December 14

Open extensions on Firefox for Android will be available from December 14

Mozilla has announced that it will allow Open extensions on Firefox for Android from December 14. Users will finally be able to break free from Firefox's limited collection of extensions, and install […]

Evernote Free User Limit and offer

Free Evernote users may soon be limited to 50 notes

Remember Evernote? The note taking service was acquired in 2022 by Bending Spoons, an Italy-based maker of mobile applications. Back then, Evernote was said to have 250 million users and a revenue […]