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How I use Google Maps to time travel, avoid bad air, and survive zero service

By David Crookes Published

From time travel to dodging bad air, these 5 Google Maps features saved my trips — and turned me into a power user.

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I found a free Mac app that solves the worst thing about USB-C cables

By Anthony Spadafora Last updated

The WhatCable app takes the guesswork out of cable speeds and functionality by letting you test cables right from your Mac.

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Google Maps is finally getting a speedometer on Android Auto, and it's about time — my ancient GPS system could do this 20 years ago

By Tom Pritchard Published

Google Maps is about to add a feature that has existed elsewhere in one way or another for decades — and it's about time.

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3 YouTube settings to change now if you want to escape the algorithm and take control of your feed

By Kaycee Hill Published

Force YouTube to respect your time. These three hidden feed adjustments mute distracting video previews, stop autoplay loops, and limit Shorts.

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How to download the macOS Golden Gate public beta right now

By Tony Polanco Published

Apple's macOS Golden Gate public beta is now available. Here's how you can download it and test out all the new Apple Intelligence features for Macs.

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I just downloaded macOS 27 public beta — skip Siri AI and try these 5 hidden features instead

By Jason England Published

The macOS 27 Golden Gate public beta is here. Beyond Siri AI, here are the 5 best hidden features, design fixes, and Safari updates you should try first.

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macOS Golden Gate public beta hands-on preview: Apple Intelligence is finally useful

By Tony Polanco Published

The public beta for macOS Golden Gate is now live for Apple beta software program participants. Here are the top features coming to Macs this fall.

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Waze is adding a bunch of AI-powered features including Motorcycle Mode, Personalized Navigation and more

By Tom Pritchard Published

Waze is going big on new AI features, with a bunch of stuff you won't find on Google Maps or Apple Maps.

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Microsoft extends Windows 10 support for another year: what you need to know

By Scott Younker Published

Windows 10 support was supposed to end for good this year, but Microsoft quietly extended it for at least one more.

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Here are some way-too-early Windows 12 predictions based on how Microsoft is changing Windows 11

By Dave Meikleham Published

We might not see Windows 12 for a good while yet, but in the wake of Microsoft Build 2026, now seems like an ideal time to start speculating on Microsoft’s next OS.

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