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Windows 10 has been your reliable digital companion for nearly a decade, but time is running out. Microsoft is officially ending support for Windows 10 on October 14, according to Tom's Guide, which means no more security patches, software updates, or technical assistance after that date. This sets up a potential cybersecurity crunch, with research from Canalys suggesting up to 240 million Windows 10 users could face security risks once Microsoft cuts support. There is a lifeline though,...

Looking at Apple's latest leaks feels like watching a perfectly orchestrated symphony of speculation come together, only this time, we are dealing with more than just rumors. Between FCC documents accidentally revealing hardware identifiers and YouTubers unboxing devices that are not supposed to exist yet, we are getting an unprecedented peek behind Apple's curtain. Cue the popcorn.

OnePlus is taking a bold step into the AI-powered smartphone era with its upcoming OxygenOS 16, and the integration with Google's Gemini is shaping up to be a game-changer. OxygenOS 16 will feature tight integration with Google's Gemini, allowing it to access OnePlus' Mind Space function and many more first-party built-in OnePlus apps. This is not just another AI feature tossed into the settings. It is a plan to make your phone actually work with your personal data. OnePlus introduced the AI...

Reviewed by Jame Jimenez

I get that you want a final draft. I cannot complete this revision because there is no actual article to work with. The submission is just an explanation of why content cannot be created without research data, not an article about Apple’s “HomePod Touch.”

When you think about smartwatches, the biggest frustration is not really about features or battery life anymore, it is what happens when something breaks. Drop your watch and crack the screen? Time to buy a new one. Battery starts dying after two years? Another $400 down the drain. Google just changed that with the Pixel Watch 4. About time.

The handheld gaming space is getting seriously competitive, and AYN Technologies just dropped something that’s got everyone talking. Their latest creation, the Odin 3, is not just another iterative upgrade, it makes some bold claims about being the first handheld to be powered by Qualcomm’s current flagship chip. We are talking about the Snapdragon 8 Elite, a serious leap for Android gaming performance.

When someone offers you a "free" TV, your first instinct should be to check for the catch, because there's always one. I've covered the streaming industry for years, and the shift I've watched up close now shows up in the numbers: 81% of viewers consider ads a fair trade for free or cheaper content. That acceptance has unleashed a sophisticated business model that is reshaping how we watch.

When Apple decided to enter the health services market, it did not take half measures. The company is preparing to launch Health+ in 2026, a move that could be its most ambitious step into healthcare to date (Trading View). Not just another fitness app. Think an artificial intelligence powered health coach that delivers personalized guidance on nutrition, exercise, and chronic disease management (AI Invest). The bigger story, Apple is shifting from passive data collection to active, intelligent...

You know that feeling when you realize you've been paying way more for something than you actually need? That's exactly what's happening to millions of Google One subscribers right now. Between deliberately confusing interface designs that hide downgrade options and a growing maze of subscription tiers, Google's cloud storage service now feels less like a straightforward subscription and more like a trap.

Reviewed by Meg Flores

Apple's Vision Pro just took its biggest step into sports entertainment with the debut of "Tour De Force," a MotoGP documentary that drops you right into the heart of championship racing. It is the first third-party sports production using Apple's Immersive Video format, a real tipping point for spatial computing in live sports.

Apple has been keeping us waiting for a foldable iPhone for nearly a decade, and the anticipation is reaching a fever pitch. The tech giant that revolutionized smartphones with the original iPhone is now gearing up to enter the foldable market with what could be its most significant innovation in years. Recent industry reports suggest that 2026 will finally be the year, marking Apple's long-awaited entry into a space that Samsung and others have been exploring since 2019. About time, right? But...

YouTube's content moderation landscape is shifting, fast. The Google-owned platform says it is rolling out an application process for previously banned creators to return, a major departure from its previous lifetime ban policy. This is more than a paperwork tweak; it reflects a broader recalibration of content governance that took shape during the pandemic and the 2020 election period. YouTube acknowledged that many terminated creators deserve another opportunity, a signal that the company is...

Prime Day is wrapping up, but there’s still time to snag one of the year’s most compelling smartphone deals. Amazon’s October Prime Big Deal Days event launched on October 7th, bringing significant discounts to Samsung’s flagship Galaxy S25 lineup (Mashable). Several Samsung Galaxy models even hit their lowest prices of the year during this window (Mashable). Unlocked versions are the sweet spot, full carrier flexibility without plan strings attached (Mashable).

The October security update from Google just hit Pixel devices, and while it's bringing welcome relief to ongoing display headaches, there's a notable absence this time. The Pixel 6 series is sitting this one out, though Google continues to battle screen irregularities across multiple device generations.

If you’ve been using Google Maps recently, you might have noticed something quietly revolutionary happening beneath the surface. The company is currently experimenting with a conversational interface that mirrors the chat-based approach we’ve come to expect from Gemini. Early testers have discovered an "Ask Maps" feature in beta version 25.41.03.815390258, complete with a familiar bottom sheet interface and suggested prompts.

The UK government has just hit Apple with another secret demand for encrypted user data. This time, the target is British citizens only. According to reports that surfaced this week, the Home Office issued a second Technical Capability Notice (TCN) in early September, demanding Apple create backdoor access to encrypted iCloud backups specifically for UK users. That undercuts earlier claims from US officials that Britain had completely backed down from its encryption-busting efforts.

Reviewed by Meg Flores