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The best mobile scanning apps of 2026: Expert tested and reviewed

I tested the top mobile scanning apps to help you turn documents into PDFs, digitize images, and translate text on the go.

Microsoft Locked Out VeraCrypt, WireGuard, and Windscribe from Pushing Windows Updates

A mandatory verification requirement Microsoft introduced in October took them out.

After using Lenovo’s new Yoga laptop, I’m wondering if Windows makers are running out of ideas

Lenovo’s Yoga 7a 2-in-1 is a versatile and well-built PC, though its mid-tier hardware makes it hard to recommend over rivals.

Your old Kindle won’t stop working on 20 May – but it could

Amazon is dropping support for Kindle older models from 20 May, 2026, meaning owners of pre-2013 models will be unable to download new books or set up a device that has been factory reset — deregistering a device will effectively ‘brick’ it…

Apache Spins Anthropic’s $1.5M Into ‘Responsible AI’ Initiative

A big infrastructure grant from Anthropic, and an investment from the Linux Foundation’s Alpha-Omega, quietly become seed money for Apache’s new “responsible AI” push.
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Rust API and a new plugin system added to Miracle-WM

A new version of Miracle-wm, a tiling window manager built around the Wayland compositor Mir, has been released with a new WebAssembly plugin system and Rust API. Developer Matthew Kosarek, an engineer at Canonical who created miracle-wm as a personal …

Home Depot’s new DeWalt deal comes with a free power tool – how to redeem the offer

Get a jump on lawn care projects with this DeWalt string trimmer and leaf blower bundle – plus choose an extra tool or extra battery for free.

Samsung S95H vs. Samsung S95F: I compared the OLED TVs and wasn’t prepared for the upset

Samsung’s flagship OLED TV got a refresh in 2026, but is it enough of an upgrade to skip over last year’s S95F? For most people, probably not.

I tried CuerdOS and this niche Debian distro is dramatically fast

CuerdOS is a lightning-fast Linux distro with an alternative approach to preinstalled software. Here’s what makes it so unique.

How I turned my Android tablet into the ultimate Kindle alternative – for free

There’s no need for a separate device when your Android tablet or iPad can hold your whole reading library – just like a Kindle.

Apple’s iOS 26.4.1 update enables Stolen Device Protection by default now – grab it today

The latest iOS update also repairs a glitch with iCloud syncing and comes with the usual bug fixes.

I use ChatGPT’s new Tubi app to find free movies and TV shows to watch – here’s how

The free Tubi TV video streamer now integrates with ChatGPT so you can ask the AI to search the site’s lineup of more than 300,000 movies and TV episodes.

I see why Ubuntu 26.04 is more than just a performance bump for thrill-seeking gamers

I’m impressed with the latest release for its speed, replacement apps – and for what’s missing.

Linux Kernel Developers Adopt New Fuzzing Tools

by George Whittaker

The Linux kernel development community is stepping up its security game once again. Developers, led by key maintainers like Greg Kroah-Hartman, are actively adoptin…

The best dedicated web hosting of 2026: Expert tested and reviewed

Discover my picks for the top dedicated web hosting providers, with detailed insights on performance, security, and reliability.

FOSS Weekly #26.15: Rollback in apt, bad USB detection, Glass UI in KDE, Linux Kernel dropping older processor support and more

Some things from the past find their way back. Others are eventually left behind.

OpenShot 3.5.1 Added Preview & UI Scaling for Better UI/UX Experience

OpenShot, the free open-source Qt-based video editor, released new 3.5.1 version few days ago. The new version introduced preview scaling feature named Optimize Preview and other changes that significantly improved performance for the editing workflow. Different to other video editors (e.g., Kdenlive and Shotcut), OpenShot down-scale the original video sources by generating (or linking to) […]

How to share your Kindle books with anyone (and the limits to know) – it’s easy

Amazon lets you loan Kindle books with friends and family for a couple weeks at a time. Here’s how it works.

My top 5 Linux desktops of 2026 (so far) – and I’ve tried them all

I’ve spent decades testing nearly every Linux desktop. Which one should you try today? I’ve narrowed your options down to five.

The best Home Depot Spring Black Friday deals 2026: Grills, lawnmowers, mulch, & more

Home Depot’s spring sale is here, and brings discounts on brands like DeWalt, Traeger, Weber, LG, and many other top brands.