RedMagic 12 Pro Reviews: Top Gaming Phone, Weaker Value Than Before
Reviewers call the RedMagic 12 Pro the strongest gaming phone around, but a higher price and weak cameras hurt. See pros, cons and who should buy.
Google Plans Android Photo Backup to Windows via Quick Share
Google's Play services 26.43 notes mention automatic Android photo and video backup to Windows with Quick Share. Here is what is known and what is not.
Road Trip Checklist: 7 Checks for Your Car and Your Tech
A road trip checklist covers seven checks before you leave, from tires and fluids to phone backups, plus chargers, mounts and dash cams worth packing.
How-To
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Remove Malware From an Android Phone: Step-by-Step Fixes
Check the real signs of malware, then remove it with Safe Mode, app cleanup and a factory reset if needed. Includes steps to secure your accounts.
Do You Need Antivirus on iPhone, Android or Mac? What Really Protects You
Most people do not need paid antivirus on an iPhone, Android phone or Mac. Here is what actually keeps you safe, and which extras are a waste of money.
How to Download YouTube Videos Legally: Premium, Your Uploads and the Rules
Learn the legal ways to save YouTube videos: Premium offline downloads, your own uploads from YouTube Studio, and what the platform's rules do and do not allow.
Tech News
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Apple Can’t Keep Up With iPhone Duo Demand, CEO Ternus Says
Apple says iPhone Duo demand outstrips supply, with AI usage limits and rising memory costs next. Here is what John Ternus said and what it means for buyers.
Claude Now Refuses to Clone Existing Video Games, Anthropic Says
Anthropic has told Claude to stop recreating specific existing video games, while original and genre games still work. Here is what changed and why.
Apple Tests iOS 27.2.1 as iOS 27.3 Beta Looks Due Tomorrow
Apple appears to be testing iOS 27.2.1, a small fix update, while the first iOS 27.3 beta is expected soon. Here is what each one means for you.
Internet & Apps
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VoIP Virtual Phone Number: How It Works, Costs and Picks
A VoIP virtual phone number rings over the internet instead of a SIM. See how small businesses use one, typical costs and how to choose a provider.
How to Set Up Two-Factor Authentication (and Which Method to Pick)
A second sign-in step stops most account takeovers. Here's which method to use and exactly where to switch it on for your Google, Apple and Microsoft accounts.
Online File Converters: Safe Options for PDFs, Images, Audio and Video
Before you upload a contract or family video to a random converter site, check whether your computer can already do the job offline. Often it can.
Gadgets
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How to Choose a Tablet: iPad vs Galaxy Tab vs Pixel Tablet vs Fire
Pick the right tablet for streaming, school, drawing or kids. Compare iPad, Galaxy Tab, Pixel Tablet and Amazon Fire on screen, apps, pen support and upkeep.
Which Game Console to Buy: PS5, Xbox, Switch 2 or Steam Deck
Compare PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2 and Steam Deck by budget, game library and family use to pick the right console for the holidays.
OLED vs QLED vs Mini-LED TVs: Picture, Brightness and Burn-In
OLED, QLED and Mini-LED TVs differ in contrast, brightness and burn-in risk. Here is how each works and which one suits a bright living room or a dark movie room.
AI
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How to Get Rid of AI Overviews in Google Search (the Web Filter and udm=14)
There's no setting to hide AI Overviews. A two-minute browser tweak makes Google show plain web links by default instead.
How to Turn Off or Limit Gemini on Android (Pixel and Samsung)
Google is retiring the classic Assistant on most phones, so going back is mostly off the table. You can still keep Gemini out of your way and limit what it stores.
AI Smart Glasses Explained: What Ray-Ban Meta and Display Glasses Can Do
Camera glasses with a built-in AI assistant have gone mainstream, and models with tiny displays are arriving. Here's what they do, the privacy rules, and whether you'd use one.
Deals
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Which AirPods Should You Buy on Sale? Models Compared Before You Pay
Not sure which AirPods to grab in a sale? Here is how the main models differ in noise cancelling, hearing features, case and fit, and what to check first.
Black Friday iPhone Deals Explained: Carrier Offers, Unlocked Prices and Trade-Ins
How Black Friday iPhone deals work: carrier bill credits versus unlocked discounts, how trade-in credit is paid, and what a genuinely good iPhone deal looks like.
Black Friday vs Cyber Monday for Tech: Which Day Is Better for TVs, Laptops and More
Black Friday often suits TVs and big-ticket items, while Cyber Monday leans online-friendly tech. See which day fits laptops, phones, headphones and smart home gear.