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Author: Vikhyat
Vikhyat
Vikhyat has a bachelor's degree in Electronic and Communication Engineering and over five years of writing experience. His passion for technology and Apple products led him to the tech writing space, where he specializes in writing App features, How-to guides, and troubleshooting guides for fellow Apple users. When not typing away on his MacBook Pro, he loves exploring the real world.
I keep my non-App Store Mac apps updated with these steps
I use several non-App Store apps on my Mac, and keeping them updated used to be messy. These simple steps made the process much easier.
New Apple-made headphones surface in FCC filing ahead of launch
A mysterious pair of Apple-made over-ear headphones has appeared in FCC documents, hinting that a new AirPods Max or Beats launch could be closer than expected.
Apple’s new ‘genai.apple.com’ subdomain hints at bigger AI plans ahead of WWDC 2026
Apple may be quietly laying the groundwork for its next big AI leap, as the new “genai.apple.com” domain surfaces ahead of WWDC 2026.
Android XR explained: Everything you need to know about Google’s XR platform
Android XR is Google’s new platform for mixed reality devices. Here’s everything you need to know about its features, supported devices, and future potential.
Perplexity’s AI browser for iPhone just got a big upgrade
Perplexity’s Comet AI browser for iPhone and iPad gets eight major upgrades, including better phone number actions, image dragging, improved iPad sidebar, and stability fixes.
Spotify is expanding into AI music creation with new remix features
Spotify is adding AI remix and cover tools for Premium users, along with a new Reserved feature that could make concert ticket access easier for dedicated fans.
Gemini Omni explained: What it is, how it works, and why it’s Google’s biggest AI upgrade yet
Gemini Omni brings major improvements to Google’s AI experience, from smarter responses to better multimodal features. Here’s everything you should know.
Apple is bringing automatic captions to your personal videos in iOS 27
Apple is bringing automatic captions to personal videos in iOS 27, making it easier to follow spoken audio across iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, and Vision Pro.
A separate MacBook Ultra could be the best outcome for MacBook Pro fans
Apple’s rumored MacBook Ultra could let the company experiment with a thinner OLED touchscreen MacBook without replacing the current MacBook Pro design.
I turned off Instagram’s active status and the app immediately felt less exhausting
Want to browse Instagram without anyone knowing you’re online? Here’s how to turn off your Active Status, stay hidden, and keep your activity completely private.
Google just announced Gemini powered AI glasses and Apple should be paying attention
Google has announced its first Gemini-powered AI glasses with Android XR, iPhone support, and features like real-time translation, navigation, photo capture, and contextual assistance.
WhatsApp could soon delete messages after they’re read
WhatsApp is testing a new disappearing messages option that deletes chats after they’re read, giving users more control over privacy and message clutter.
X doesn’t feel the same anymore? Here’s how to delete your account
If X doesn’t feel the same anymore, you might be thinking about leaving the platform. Here’s how I deleted my account step by step.
YouTube expands AI deepfake detection to all users over 18
YouTube is expanding its AI likeness detection tool to all users over 18, helping people find and report potential deepfakes that use their facial likeness.
Apple reveals 2026 Apple Design Award finalists ahead of WWDC
Apple has revealed the 2026 Apple Design Award finalists ahead of WWDC, highlighting standout apps and games across AI, accessibility, creativity, interaction, and visual design.
Instagram DMs feel cluttered because of Instants? Here’s how to hide them
Instagram’s new Instants feature brings disappearing photos to DMs, but not everyone wants it crowding the inbox. Here’s how to hide Instants and make your Instagram messages feel cleaner again.
OpenAI is turning ChatGPT into a personal finance assistant
OpenAI is adding a new personal finance experience to ChatGPT, allowing Pro users to connect financial accounts for budgeting, spending insights, and planning help.
Apple to give Genmoji a bigger purpose in iOS 27
Apple is reportedly working on a Suggested Genmoji feature for iOS 27 that could create custom emoji suggestions using a user’s photos and commonly typed phrases.
Apple is working with Intel to produce some iPhone and Mac chips
Apple is reportedly working with Intel to produce some iPhone, iPad, and Mac chips, but TSMC is still expected to remain its main chip supplier.
What do icons and symbols mean on Telegram?
Telegram uses many icons and symbols that can be confusing at first. Here’s what they actually mean and how to understand them easily.
Samsung could beat Apple to AI smart glasses with July launch
Samsung could unveil its AI-powered Galaxy Glasses in July, giving it a chance to enter the smart glasses race before Apple.
Meta launches Incognito Chat for WhatsApp and Meta AI
Meta is rolling out Incognito Chat for WhatsApp and the Meta AI app, letting users start temporary AI conversations that disappear after they exit the session.
Fitbit Air vs Whoop 5.0: Can Google’s $99 tracker really challenge Whoop?
Fitbit Air takes aim at Whoop 5.0 with a lower price and screenless design. Here’s how the two fitness trackers compare based on Google’s early details.
Google’s Android 17 preview sets the stage for Apple’s iOS 27 reveal
Google has previewed Android 17 with deeper Gemini Intelligence features, smarter app actions, AI-powered widgets, and Android Auto upgrades, setting up a bigger AI battle ahead of Apple’s iOS 27 reveal.
Google Maps may soon bring Gemini support to Apple CarPlay
Google Maps may soon get Gemini support on Apple CarPlay, bringing AI-powered voice interactions and more conversational navigation features to drivers.
What do WhatsApp icons and symbols mean? Explained!
WhatsApp is filled with icons and symbols that many people use every day without fully understanding them. Here’s a simple explanation of what each one actually means.
iOS 26.5: Everything new in Apple’s latest iPhone update
Apple has released iOS 26.5 with encrypted RCS messaging, a new Pride wallpaper, Maps suggestions, EU accessory updates, and over 50 security fixes.
This Snapchat+ feature showed me what kind of Stories people actually rewatch
This Snapchat+ feature gave me a better idea of which Stories people keep coming back to. After using it for a while, I started posting differently.
watchOS 27 may bring an Apple Watch Ultra-inspired face to standard models
Apple is reportedly bringing a simplified Modular Ultra watch face to standard Apple Watch models with watchOS 27.
AirPods with built-in cameras are now nearing final design stages
Apple’s rumored AirPods with built-in cameras have reportedly entered advanced testing, with the sensors expected to power new AI and Siri features.