John Shirley

Brave Browser and AdGuard Take Stand Against Microsoft Recall Over Privacy Concerns The Brave web browser and the ad-blocking service AdGuard have announced they will block Microsoft Recall by default, citing serious privacy risks. Recall, an AI-powered feature in Windows 11, captures and stores everything displayed on a user’s screen, raising alarms among privacy-focused software […]

Apple’s iOS 26 Beta Preview: Liquid Glass, Genmoji, and More The latest developer betas of Apple’s upcoming software updates are here, and after spending time with iOS 26, Liquid Glass, and other new features, we have some early impressions. Hosts Cherlynn Low and Mat Smith share their thoughts on what iPhone users can expect later

New Jersey Joins Growing List of States Adopting Digital Driver’s Licenses New Jersey residents can now store their driver’s licenses on their smartphones after Governor Phil Murphy signed a law enabling digital IDs. The state joins more than a dozen others that have already implemented similar programs. The new law also extends to non-driver identification

Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 Review: A Major Upgrade with AI and Health Features The Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 is here, and it brings a fresh design, AI-powered features, and new health metrics that make it one of the best smartwatches Samsung has released in years. After spending time with it, I can confidently say it’s

Best Mint Alternatives for Budgeting in 2025 As a long-time Mint user, I was disappointed when Intuit announced it would shut down the popular budgeting app in late 2023. Mint made it easy to track accounts, monitor credit scores, and set financial goals. With Mint gone, I tested several alternatives to find the best replacement.

Intel Plans Major Workforce Reduction Amid Restructuring Efforts Intel has revealed more details about its upcoming job cuts and business changes while reporting its second-quarter earnings. Earlier reports in April suggested the company could slash around 20 percent of its workforce as part of a restructuring plan. Now, Intel has confirmed it expects to reduce

Apple Releases iOS 26 Public Beta: Here’s the Full List of Compatible iPhones A wave of new features is coming to iPhones this fall with the launch of iOS 26, marking a significant update over last year’s release. The standout change is the Liquid Glass design, Apple’s biggest visual overhaul in years, offering a fresh

Apple iOS 26 Public Beta Now Available With Liquid Glass Design and New Features Apple has officially launched the public beta for iOS 26, giving users an early look at the major updates coming this fall. The biggest change is the Liquid Glass design, a complete visual overhaul that brings a translucent aesthetic to the

Google Set to Unveil Pixel 10 Series and More on August 20 After a strong focus on AI advancements at Google I/O 2025, the company is shifting gears to hardware. The next Made by Google event is scheduled for August 20, where the tech giant will likely showcase its latest Pixel phones, watches, earbuds, and

Google Pixel Watch 4 May Ditch Pogo Pins for Wireless Charging The upcoming Pixel Watch 4 could introduce a major charging overhaul when it launches in the coming weeks. Leaked renders suggest Google is moving away from the pogo pin charging system used in previous models, opting instead for a simpler wireless charging solution. The