Chrome warns you about suspicious websites now – how to turn on Google’s new scam protection ZDNet in small-business-going-big-on-mobility By: Lance Whitney 21 October 2026 at 11:43 Google’s browser will flash two types of warnings based on whether the site is deemed dangerous or just suspicious.
Latest Windows update disables key security setting – but there’s a workaround ZDNet in small-business-going-big-on-mobility By: Lance Whitney 20 October 2026 at 09:26 A bug in Microsoft’s October Windows update prevents you from turning on a security setting that blocks malicious or suspicious apps. A Registry hack fixes the glitch.
Want an iPhone Duo before 2027? Don’t preorder from Apple – try this instead ZDNet in small-business-going-big-on-mobility By: Lance Whitney 16 October 2026 at 11:44 Estimates for Duo preorders are now showing a ship date of late January, marking a new wait time record for Apple and its customers.
Windows update patches a whopping 1,400 security bugs – including 2 zero days ZDNet in small-business-going-big-on-mobility By: Lance Whitney 14 October 2026 at 08:59 This month’s update also marks the first official one for Windows 11 26H2 and the end of support for Windows 11 24H2 Home and Pro.
Use Gemini for free? You’ll soon be limited to its weakest AI model ZDNet in small-business-going-big-on-mobility By: Lance Whitney 6 October 2026 at 13:00 Google is cutting off free users from the Flash and Pro models. AI Plus subscribers are losing out too
Office 2021 support ends this month – you have 5 options ZDNet in small-business-going-big-on-mobility By: Lance Whitney 6 October 2026 at 11:40 Microsoft is ending support and updates for Office 2021 on October 13. What does that mean, and what are your alternatives?
Your iPhone can spot scams for you with iOS 27 – but you have to opt in ZDNet in small-business-going-big-on-mobility By: Lance Whitney 30 September 2026 at 10:45 Impersonation Risk Detection tries to spot scams traditional security methods might miss.
iOS 27.0.1 released: Apple fixes annoying iPhone 18 Pro restart and freezing issues ZDNet in small-business-going-big-on-mobility By: Lance Whitney 28 September 2026 at 15:39 The first update to iOS 27 squashes a bug in which the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max would freeze or restart when you try to use Face ID.
Microsoft’s Surface Mouse is back, now with haptic feedback – and I need it ZDNet in small-business-going-big-on-mobility By: Lance Whitney 24 September 2026 at 11:22 Due October 13, the $80 Surface mouse packs an impressive array of features. I want one.
Is your Apple Watch 12 or Ultra 4 randomly restarting? Here’s the fix ZDNet in small-business-going-big-on-mobility By: Lance Whitney 24 September 2026 at 08:42 Some owners, including me, have reported sudden shutdowns while adjusting Apple Watch settings.
How to fix your Windows File History if the September update broke it ZDNet in small-business-going-big-on-mobility By: Lance Whitney 23 September 2026 at 10:01 A bug in the Windows Sept patch Tuesday update may stop File History from working. But a new optional update fixes it.
Claim up to $95 today from Apple’s Siri AI settlement – here’s how ZDNet in small-business-going-big-on-mobility By: Lance Whitney 21 September 2026 at 11:07 Got an iPhone 15 Pro, Pro Max, or 16? Apple is doling out $250 million – here’s how to qualify and file a claim to get your cut.
Fake calendar invites can infect your system, and they’re surging – how to protect yourself ZDNet in small-business-going-big-on-mobility By: Lance Whitney 18 September 2026 at 09:57 These invites sneak past your security software to embed themselves in your calendar. But you can thwart them before they do any damage.
Windows 11 out-of-band update fixes audio glitch and other bugs – grab it now ZDNet in small-business-going-big-on-mobility By: Lance Whitney 16 September 2026 at 04:04 The latest out-of-band update resolves a few problems in Windows 11, including one that cut off the sound for certain USB audio devices.
iOS 27 is finally here, with the new Siri AI beta – and 120 security patches ZDNet in small-business-going-big-on-mobility By: Lance Whitney 15 September 2026 at 08:13 Even if you’re not ready for iOS 27, there’s an important new update for you too. Here’s what’s new.
The latest Windows 11 update may mess with your device’s audio – here’s the workaround ZDNet in small-business-going-big-on-mobility By: Lance Whitney 14 September 2026 at 12:27 The September Patch Tuesday update is causing audio problems with certain USB devices, but you may be able to resolve it yourself.
Your older iPhone just got free satellite service for another year – here’s why ZDNet in small-business-going-big-on-mobility By: Lance Whitney 11 September 2026 at 11:35 This isn’t the first time that Apple has extended the free two-year trial.
Eager to try iOS 27’s cool AI features and upgraded Siri? Get ready for usage limits ZDNet in small-business-going-big-on-mobility By: Lance Whitney 10 September 2026 at 13:00 A new Apple support page explains how Siri AI and other AI-powered tools in the new OS will be controlled.
You can doodle in ChatGPT now, and it’ll transform your drawings into polished images – how to try it ZDNet in small-business-going-big-on-mobility By: Lance Whitney 9 September 2026 at 11:17 With ChatGPT’s new Sketch tool, you can draw directly in the chat window and then watch as your drawing is transformed into a final image.
Want iOS 27 on day one? Don’t skip this last-minute iPhone update ZDNet in small-business-going-big-on-mobility By: Lance Whitney 9 September 2026 at 09:53 iOS 26.6.2 squashes a bug that could prevent users without Wi-Fi from downloading software updates, including iOS 27.