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Windows 10 gets an extra year of free security updates (with a catch) • You’ll have to turn on Windows Backup or redeem some of those unused Bing rewards points. But Windows 10 is getting a stay of execution.

Turn off this feature! Facebook wants your phone’s private photos • Facebook is asking users for permission to automatically upload private, unpublished images for cloud processing.

Google Gemini is coming for your private apps. Here’s how to stop it • Starting July, Google’s AI assistant Gemini will have access to even more apps on your device—even if you don’t actually use it.

Microsoft’s Copilot+ gamble is a bust. But AI PCs still feel inevitable • Will Copilot+ PCs become ubiquitous? Probably. But when is still the question.

GPUs are too expensive and too hard to find—here’s the proof • Gamers Nexus investigated prices and availability for all the current graphics cards from Nvidia, AMD, and Intel. The results are depressingly predictable.

Was your data stolen in the AT&T breaches? You may be entitled to money • Those who suffered financial losses qualify for higher payments.

Does reinstalling Windows really boost performance? Let’s bust a PC myth • Will did some testing on a year-old “dirty” Windows 11 installation versus a fresh one. The results will shock you, for real.

The big lesson from the huge security flaw in Brother printers • Overlooking a step during setup can leave you vulnerable to hackers.

Lenovo Chromebook Plus 14: A delightful AI Chromebook • Sleek Chromebook with an OLED screen and a fresh MediaTek chip.

Nintendo Switch 2: A worthwhile upgrade, just not a big leap • A smart upgrade with better graphics and faster load times, but its weaker battery, LCD screen, and high price suit hardcore fans more than casual players.

Crucial X10: A killer portable SSD that’s tiny, fast, and weatherproof • We love this tiny, weatherproofed drive’s overall performance and that it can fit 8TB of storage in such a small form factor.

Lorex 2K Wi-Fi Lightbulb Camera: A home security twofer • If you can screw in a lightbulb, you can install Lorex’s new combo light and home security camera.

Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3x: Snapdragon laptops become more affordable • It’s the cheapest Copilot+ PC I’ve seen yet—assuming you don’t count sale prices.

Airrobo PC10 robotic pool cleaner: An effective low-budget cleaning option • This bot won’t break the bank, but it won’t pick up all the debris in your pool, either.

RENTERS, REJOICE! 8 EASY SMART HOME UPGRADES THAT WON’T LEAVE A TRACE • RENTING? CHECK OUT THESE APARTMENT-FRIENDLY SMART DEVICES, FROM SMART SPEAKERS AND LIGHTS TO VIDEO DOORBELLS AND WATER LEAK DETECTORS.

GOT COMCAST OR SPECTRUM INTERNET? NOW’S A GREAT TIME TO THREATEN YOU’LL CANCEL • CABLE COMPANIES ARE DESPERATE TO RETAIN THEIR INTERNET CUSTOMERS. TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THEIR INSECURITY AND DEMAND A BETTER DEAL WHILE YOU CAN.

I took control of Windows startup and sped up my PC in seconds • This simple change makes a huge difference!

ChatGPT can plan your dream getaway—if you know how to ask • ChatGPT can create itineraries, compare connections, and give you insider tips. Here’s how to use the AI correctly for holiday planning.

AI can easily impersonate you. This trick helps thwart scammers • A special phrase can keep your friends and family from losing money.

‘Vibe coding’ your own apps with AI is easy! 7 tools and tricks to get started •...