FSF News: The FSF announces global call for FSF’s LibreLocal 2026 meetups

BOSTON, Massachusetts, USA (Tuesday, February 24, 2026), — The
Free Software Foundation (FSF) has just launched its global call for
LibreLocal 2026.

Everything Samsung announced at Unpacked this week: Galaxy S26 Ultra, Privacy Display, Buds 4 Pro

From Galaxy S26 phones with creative features to new earbuds and agentic AI, here’s everything unveiled at Samsung Unpacked 2026.

FSF Events: Free Software Directory meeting on IRC: Friday, March 6, starting at 12:00 EST (17:00 UTC)

Join the FSF and friends on Friday, March 6 from 12:00 to 15:00 EST (17:00 to 20:00 UTC) to help improve the Free Software Directory.

How to schedule a text on Android – it’s quick and easy

This handy Android feature reduces your worry about waking or interrupting people with a text.

Dell XPS 14 (2026) review: A Windows laptop I wouldn’t mind returning to from Mac

The latest Dell XPS features improved battery life, a premium build, and Intel’s Series 3 Panther Lake processor for a well-rounded experience.

Lenovo is selling a $99 Android tablet that I can actually recommend

The Lenovo Tab One is an entry-level tablet that can handle most everyday tasks. And I highly recommend it at its discounted price.

How to watch Samsung Unpacked 2026 right now – and what to expect

We’re getting new Galaxy S26 models – and possibly some surprises – during today’s San Francisco-based keynote. Here’s how to tune in.

You can turn off Gemini in Gmail, Photos, Chrome, and more – here’s how

There are simple ways to remove Google’s AI tools from your favorite apps. The settings are buried but easy to disable.

I’m a tech professional, and an AI job scam almost fooled me – here’s how I caught on

With a bit of vigilance, I avoided an employment disaster. Here’s how you can, too.

Copilot quietly grabs your data from other Microsoft products now – here’s how to opt out

A new setting in Copilot will access data from Bing, MSN, Edge, and other services. You can disable this if you’re worried about your privacy.

Fake CAPTCHA attacks spiked by 563% last year: How to spot them before it’s too late

You might not think of a CAPTCHA check as a cybercrime lure, but if you fall victim to one, you may become infected with malware.

Linux 7.0 Is Coming: What to Expect from the Next Major Kernel Release

by George Whittaker

Excitement in the open-source world is rising as the Linux kernel project moves toward the next major release: Linux kernel 7.0. While a major version number might …

The best headphones and earbuds of 2026: Expert tested and reviewed

From everyday wireless headphones to open-ear earbuds fit for exercising, these are the models that stand out.

I’ve tested dozens of ‘cheap’ earbuds: These $100 Soundpeats actually deliver good value

Soundpeats’ Air5 Pro+ are a great-sounding pair of earbuds that won’t break the bank. Here’s how they fared in my tests.

Sick of AI in Search? These 7 Google alternatives still put links first

Here’s a short list of search engines I recommend that don’t push AI and instead go the old-school route with actual website results.

FSF Blogs: App verification isn’t Google’s only evil

Source: Planet GNU

The best 40-inch TVs of 2026: Expert tested for smaller spaces

A smaller TV doesn’t mean you have to compromise on features, picture, or sound quality. We found the best 40-inch TVs from the top brands.

Dolby Vision or HDR10+? I compared the popular TV formats to help you decide

Split between HDR10, HDR10+, and Dolby Vision content? Here’s how to pick the best HDR format for your TV.

This impressive Linux distro can bring your spare PC back to life

Desert OS is easy to use, fast, stable, and probably far more elegant than what you’re already running.

Oura built a women’s health AI using clinical research – how to try it

When you ask Oura Advisor a women’s health question, its proprietary AI will respond – but only if you have this feature enabled.