Chrome’s new ‘Skills’ update lets you save AI prompts now – for one-click reuse

Google is launching the feature with a library of Skills for common tasks and everyday topics. Here’s how it all works.

How I share audio from my Android phone to multiple earbuds (and why it’s a big deal)

Android’s Audio sharing lets two people listen on separate earbuds – so long as your devices support it.

Opera GX for Linux arrives on Flathub & Snap store

Installing Opera GX on Linux is now easier, with official packages available on the Canonical Snap Store and Flathub. Opera GX made its debut Linux release in March 2026, with the gaming-centric web browser porting over many of the novel features that …

How to use Google Messages’ new Trash feature to recover texts you accidentally deleted

Here’s why I treasure Google Messages’ new Trash – and how it works.

OpenClaw in 2026: What It Is, Who’s Using It, and Whether Your Business Should Adopt It

by George Whittaker

“probably the single most important release of software, probably ever.”
— Jensen Huang, CEO of NVIDIA

Wow! That’s a bold statement from one of the most influent…

I ran the 20-minute Apple Watch calibration test – and my data got more accurate

Want more accurate, personalized health data during your exercises? Here’s how to calibrate your Apple Watch.

I tested every ‘allergy-friendly’ smart home gadget – these 6 actually keep the pollen out

Here’s how my smart home became my best defense against brutal spring allergies – and pollen.

Apple’s foldable iPhone hinges on one key feature for me – and it’s not the hardware

Multitasking on iPhones is currently limited. That will need to change for Apple’s most ambitious device yet to succeed.

Tributary is a GTK4 reimagining of Rhythmbox music player

Ever wondered what a GTK4/libadwaita version of Linux music player Rhythmbox might look like? A new app in development imagines just that. Tributary is billed a “high-performance, Rhythmbox-style media manager written in pure Rust with GTK4 and l…

Meta is selling refurbished Ray-Bans for as low as $197 right now – but they’re going fast

The models include Wayfarer, Headliner, and Skyler (all first generation), and you get a one-year warranty.

Setting a MagSafe charger on my nightstand was the iPhone upgrade I didn’t know I needed

Sure, using a charging cable works great. But a MagSafe wireless setup offers even more benefits, including greater safety.

I swapped my Sony WH-1000XM6 for lower-end JBL headphones, and they still sounded great

The JBL Live 780NC are a home run for midrange headphones, offering premium features at a competitive price point.

Scribus 1.6.6 Released with Image Rotate Script Function

Scribus, the free open-source desktop publishing software, released new 1.6.6 version yesterday. The new stable version introduced two new script functions, fixed various issues, and performed extensive code cleanup with plugin improvements. For designers and developers, the new version added new getImageRotation () and setImageRotation () functions to get or set the rotation of an […]

I tested ChatGPT Plus vs. Gemini Pro to see which is better – and if it’s worth switching

Considering ditching ChatGPT Plus for Gemini Pro? I tested both on the same 10 tasks. Here’s which came out on top.

I tried the ‘Plus Five’ rule to fix my iPhone’s slow wireless charging – here’s what happened

Wireless charging is a helpful feature, but you may not be getting the optimal speed with your accessories.

The new rules for AI-assisted code in the Linux kernel: What every dev needs to know

Linus Torvalds and maintainers just finalized the Linux kernel’s new AI policy – but it might not address the biggest challenge with AI-generated code. Here’s why.

How the latest Netrunner distro delivers a Linux productivity powerhouse

Netrunner 23 is a perfect distribution for fans of the KDE Plasma desktop – and for just about anyone, really. Here’s why.

FSF Events: Free Software Directory meeting on IRC: Friday, April 17, starting at 12:00 EDT (16:00 UTC)

Join the FSF and friends on Friday, April 17 from 12:00 to 15:00 EDT (16:00 to 19:00 UTC) to help improve the Free Software Directory.

This Linux distro offers an easy DNS switcher – but there’s more to it that I like

iDealOS is an MXLinux-based distribution that gives the normal Linux security a bit of a boost via DNS.

I tested Artix Linux: An enjoyable systemd-free distro for experienced users (and ChromeOS speeds)

If you want a stable Linux distribution with a unique take, Artix is one of the fastest and most reliable I’ve tested.