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WhatsApp used to be one of my favorite apps. Now, I can’t stand it

After starting out as a hub of meaningful conversations, WhatsApp has now devolved into a digital billboard filled with spam messages and unnecessary features.
Mockuups showing someone holding an iPhone with a screen shot of the Lapse app on the display.

Lapse app: what you need to know about the new Instagram killer

A new app called Lapse has gotten a lot of people's attention. What is it? Should you download it? Here's everything you need to know about the Lapse app.
Apple's Fitness app on the iPhone 14 Pro.

The best health and fitness apps for iPhone in 2023: 18 best ones

Getting and staying in shape isn't easy. This comprehensive list presents some of the best iPhone fitness apps that will help you reach your health goals.
The Google Photos app running on a Google Pixel 8 Pro.

I just spent $100 on Google Photos for a ridiculous reason

Google Photos is one of the best cloud photo libraries around — and I just spent $100 on it for a very silly reason.
The Duolingo app icon with a new melting design.

Why is your Duolingo app melting? Here’s why it looks weird

Does your Duolingo app look weird this morning? More specifically, does it look like Duo is melting? You're not alone! Here's what's going on.
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TikTok sued by Utah over alleged child addiction harm

The action by Utah's Division of Consumer Protection is the latest in a string of moves by U.S. bodies to crack down on the popular app.
A gaming PC with RGB synced lights running Apex Legends.

As an enthusiast, these are the apps every PC needs to have

Being a PC enthusiast, these are some of the most important apps and software I cannot live without.
Google Podcasts app being showing on iPhone on a desk.

Google is killing another one of its popular apps, and it’s a big one

Google plans to discontinue one of its popular apps, Google Podcasts, in the new year. Here's what you need to do about the closure.
Apps on the Motorola Razr Plus.

I was totally wrong about 2023’s best folding flip phones

I got caught up in the excitement about flip phone cover screens running any app I liked, but now that I've used them, I realize I was wrong about it.
A bird's eye view of a person working on a laptop.

I review PCs for a living — here are the apps I install on every device

As a reviewer, I use a lot of laptops, not just for reviews, but also for my day-to-day workflow. Here are the apps I install right away.
Alan Truly's standing desk has a MacBook Air, Surface Book 2, and iPhone 13 Pro Max.

How I supercharged my productivity with a free typing app

I found this free text expansion app invaluable for detailed, technical writing. It prevented mistakes while speeding up my typing.
iOS 14 App Library

The best iPhone apps in 2023: Our filtered list of apps you need to download now

Are you looking for the best iPhone apps? We take a deep dive into what the App Store has to offer, finding you the best options sorted by category.
Selecting a game in Netflix Games.

Netflix games may be coming to TVs soon, as revealed by new iOS app

It looks like a Netflix Games on TV beta is imminent after a Netflix Game Controller app just appeared on the iOS App Store.
smart golf club

The best golf apps for iPhone and Android: 8 best ones in 2023

If you spend hours on the golf course, you need a good golf app. Here are the best golf apps available in 2023 for iPhone and Android!
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Elon Musk says he will speak to Tim Cook about changing the ‘Apple tax’

Seeking a better deal for creators on Twitter, Elon Musk will ask Apple to adjust the 30% cut that Apple takes from in-app purchases made via its App Store.
A Pikachu sleeps on a bed.

Pokémon Sleep shows the power and pitfalls of a gamified health app

One adorable week with Pokémon Sleep left me with some complicated questions about gamification in health apps.
The Grubhub app on a smartphone

Use Grubhub a lot? This trick gets you free delivery for two years

Amazon has a Prime-exclusive Grubhub+ offer today. If you order a lot of delivery and are tired of big fees, here's a way to save money.
Stitcher app on iPhone 14 Pro.

One of the biggest podcast apps is shutting down in August

Stitcher used to be one of the biggest podcast apps on the planet. This August, it's officially closing its doors.
The WhatsApp app icon on a phone with other messaging apps.

The 16 best messaging apps for Android and iOS in 2023

Stay connected to your loved ones anywhere in the world with these text messaging apps for group chats, video calling, private conversations, and more.
Adobe Express app is currently available as a free beta version for desktop users and will soon also be available for mobile.

Adobe Express fires back at Microsoft with new AI features

Adobe Express app is currently available as a free beta version for desktop users and will soon also be available for mobile.
A person's hand using a mouse with a laptop, with their other hand in the background.

How to uninstall a program in Windows 10

Do you have Windows 10 apps that you could live without? Here's how to uninstall a program, or multiple programs in Windows 10, the fast and easy way.
ChatGPT app running on an iPhone.

I found a huge problem with the new ChatGPT iPhone app

The official ChatGPT iPhone app is finally here, and I tried it. It's a slick app that works well — except for one huge, glaring problem.
Theming on SwiftKey

I hate my iPhone’s keyboard, but this app made it better

Apple's default iPhone keyboard is boring and frustratingly lacking. Microsoft's SwiftKey keyboard opens a whole new world of fun and convenient possibilities.
WhatsApp logo on a phone.

What is WhatsApp? How to use the app, tips, tricks, and more

WhatsApp is a free, multifunctional, multiplatform messaging app and one of the most popular call and chat apps available. We give you the lowdown.
A GPU with a fan.

The best GPU overclocking software in 2023

Interested in speeding up your GPU? Here is the best software for overclocking your graphics card, including first-party and third-party solutions.
The DynamicSpot Dynamic Island at the top of the Pixel 7 Pro.

How to add the iPhone’s Dynamic Island to your Android phone

The Dynamic Island is Apple's hot addition to the iPhone 14 Pro, but it's been copied by apps. Here's how to add Apple's Dynamic Island to your Android phone.
Telegram app download.

How to use ChatGPT on Telegram

Telegram is one of the most popular messaging apps. ChatGPT is one of the best AI chatbots. Here's how to bring the two together.
A woman coughing and holding a smartphone.

How an app that tracks your coughs could save your life

We're already used to tracking our steps, and this AI company's technology wants you to track coughs in the same way. It may end up saving your life.
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The best parental control apps for iPhone and Android

Many kids have smartphones these days, and that can make parenting tricky. Check out the best parental control apps to monitor smartphone and app activity.
The TikTok app on an iPhone, showing the page for deleting your TikTok account.

Ready to ditch TikTok? Here’s how to delete your account

As countries are banning it, many TikTok users are looking to shut down their accounts. Here's how to delete and deactivate your TikTok account.
ChatGPT and WhatsApp logos on a colorful background.

How to use ChatGPT on WhatsApp

ChatGPT is truly remarkable, and if you want to bring its AI magic to WhatsApp, there are a couple of extremely easy ways to experience it in the messaging app.
An iPhone in front of plants showing information on the plants ahead.

Trusting mobile apps to identify plants might cost you your life

Smartphone apps can come in handy for identifying plant species, but when it comes to dealing with potentially toxic species, researchers suggest caution.
A picture of the Fanfix website on a smartphone.

What is Fanfix? Everything you need to know about the Patreon rival

Content creators are always looking for ways to connect with their audiences and monetize their content. Fanfix poses as a new way to do just that.
A selfie created with the Barbie Selfie Generator website.

Barbie selfie generator: how to use the barbie filter

The new Barbie movie trailer has been a smash hit on social media — as has its meme-worthy posters. Here's how to make your very own Barbie poster selfie.