Microsoft’s latest attempt to fix the slow Windows 11 File Explorer has backfired. The update, part of Preview Build 26220.7271, preloads the app, doubling its RAM usage without delivering noticeable speed improvements.
Lawmakers are pushing a new bill to force app stores like Apple’s to verify user ages. The problem? Apple already has robust parental controls. This feels more like political theater than practical policy.
A historically strong month for markets is starting with a sell-off. Bitcoin’s sharp drop below $90,000 is leading a broader retreat in risk assets, with stock futures pointing lower and safe havens like gold gaining.
According to a report, the Indian government is asking smartphone manufacturers to pre-install its Sanchar Saathi cyber safety app on new devices. The move is aimed at curbing fraud but has immediately ignited a fierce debate over privacy and state overreach.
Epic’s Tim Sweeney argues AI in games is inevitable and shouldn’t be singled out. But the core issue isn’t the tool, it’s how it’s used to cut corners on creativity versus efficiency.
Netflix has stripped the casting feature from its mobile apps for most TV devices. The change, which rolled out in early November, now restricts phone-based casting to users on pricier, ad-free plans who own older hardware.
New AI group chat capabilities are turning the traditional therapy session into a three-way conversation. This allows a therapist and client to include an LLM as a passive listener or an active participant. The shift promises convenience but raises serious questions about privacy and the nature of t
AI expert Maximilian Fleitmann argues that automation begins with understanding workflows, not complex systems. His six-step approach helps businesses identify repetitive tasks and implement AI solutions that create immediate impact.
Google is working on Aluminium OS, an Android-based operating system for PCs that will launch next year. The project aims to bring Android’s app ecosystem and Gemini AI to desktop form factors, potentially coexisting with ChromeOS during the transition.
Every laptop has built-in hardware diagnostics that most users never run. These tests can detect failing batteries, dying SSDs, and memory issues before they become catastrophic. Running them regularly could save you from unexpected laptop failures and data loss.
