News•Feb 20, 2026
Apple Updates iPhones After Targeted Attacks
Apple released emergency updates for iOS, iPadOS, and macOS after a previously unknown memory‑corruption flaw in the dyld Dynamic Link Editor (CVE‑2026‑20700) was found being actively exploited. The vulnerability, uncovered by Google’s Threat Analysis Group, was used alongside two earlier patched flaws to target specific individuals on iOS versions prior to iOS 26. Apple’s advisory notes the attack was “extremely sophisticated,” indicating the bug remained unpatched for weeks. The patches follow December updates that addressed related CVEs 2025‑14174 and 2025‑43529.
By Silicon UK
News•Feb 19, 2026
5 Free Apps That Beat Expensive Alternatives In Every Way That Matters
The article highlights five free, open‑source apps that outperform their pricey counterparts: LibreOffice, Jellyfin, OBS, HandBrake, and VLC. It explains how each tool matches or exceeds the functionality of subscription‑based software like Microsoft 365, Plex, StreamYard, Adobe Media Encoder, and proprietary...
By SlashGear
News•Feb 19, 2026
Some US Navy Ships Have Massive White Domes: Here's What They're Used For
Radomes—often called “golf balls”—cover shipboard radar dishes, communication antennas, and other sensitive electronics, shielding them from harsh marine conditions and concealing their orientation. The U.S. Navy also operates the massive Sea‑based X‑band (SBX) radome, a 120‑foot‑diameter sphere that forms part...
By SlashGear
News•Feb 19, 2026
Our All-Time Favorite Xbox Gaming Headset with "Immaculate Sound and a Cavernous Soundscape" Is on a 25% Discount — and...
The Turtle Beach Stealth 700 Gen 3 gaming headset, praised for its 60 mm Eclipse drivers and 80‑plus hour battery, is now discounted 25 % to $149.99 on Amazon and other retailers. It offers multi‑platform wireless connectivity, dual‑USB switching, Bluetooth 5.2, and a memory‑foam cushion for comfort....
By Windows Central
News•Feb 19, 2026
Google’s Tensor G6 Rumored to Be Paired with New Titan M3 Security Coprocessor
Google is reportedly developing a third‑generation Titan M security coprocessor, dubbed Titan M3, for its upcoming Tensor G6 chipset, internally codenamed “Google Epic.” Leaked internal listings reference firmware named “longjing,” suggesting the chip is in early development. The move appears aimed at narrowing...
By 9to5Google
News•Feb 19, 2026
MWC 2026: What We Expect to See at Mobile World Congress This Year
Mobile World Congress returns to Barcelona from March 2‑5, 2026, gathering the mobile industry's biggest players. Samsung, Google, Xiaomi, Honor, Tecno, Qualcomm, MediaTek and many others will showcase new smartphones, wearables and AI‑focused hardware. Highlights include Samsung’s Galaxy S26 hands‑on, Google’s Android 16...
By Android Central
News•Feb 19, 2026
Razer Unveils$500 Flagship Gaming Keyboard — Huntsman Signature Edition Built From CNC-Machined Aluminum, Featuring 8,000 Hz Polling and Snap Tap
Razer has introduced the Huntsman Signature Edition, a $499.99 flagship keyboard built with a CNC‑machined aluminum chassis and a PVD‑finished back plate. It retains the Huntsman V3 Pro internals, featuring Razer’s Gen 2 optical switches that deliver an 8,000 Hz polling rate. The...
By Tom's Hardware
News•Feb 19, 2026
We’re Not the only Ones Saying It: Windows 11 Desperately Needs a Single Privacy Toggle
Windows 11’s privacy controls are dispersed across multiple menus, forcing users to hunt through dozens of toggles to limit data collection. The operating system still enables telemetry by default, and many settings only reduce—not eliminate—Microsoft’s tracking. Users and tech writers are...
By Windows Central
News•Feb 19, 2026
Galaxy Buds 4 Dummy Leaks Downplay AirPod Comparisons with New Metallic Finish
Samsung previewed its upcoming Galaxy Buds 4 and Buds 4 Pro through dummy units sent to stores ahead of the Galaxy Unpacked event. Both models feature a brushed metallic stem intended to distance the design from Apple’s AirPods, addressing prior criticism of visual...
By 9to5Google
News•Feb 19, 2026
I Repurposed My Old Android Phone as an Always-On Bedside Assistant
A tech writer transformed an unused Pixel 5 into a dedicated bedside assistant, leveraging its OLED always‑on display, wireless charging, and low standby draw. By installing a minimal home screen, enabling Bedtime Mode, and adding the Sleep as Android app, the...
By MakeUseOf
News•Feb 19, 2026
Pixel At a Glance Adds Sports and Finance Updates
Google has rolled out the first major expansion to Pixel’s At a Glance feature in months, adding real‑time sports scores and finance tickers directly to the home and lock screens. The updates draw from Google Search and Google Finance, using...
By 9to5Google
News•Feb 19, 2026
The 'USB-C' Label on Flash Drives Is a Trap: How Manufacturers Hide Ancient USB 2.0 Speeds
USB‑C flash drives often carry a premium price, yet many still operate at legacy USB 2.0 speeds, misleading buyers. The article stresses that only drives with genuine USB 3.2 Gen 1 or Gen 2 support deliver the advertised performance, and that capacity, NAND quality,...
By How-To Geek
News•Feb 19, 2026
Meta Reportedly Releasing More Display Glasses, Health and AI-Focused Smartwatch Later This Year
Meta is set to revive its smartwatch project with a 2026 launch under the codename “Malibu 2.” The new device will prioritize health tracking and deep integration with Meta’s AI services, diverging from earlier Android‑based concepts. In parallel, Meta plans to...
By 9to5Google
News•Feb 19, 2026
Google Chrome Adds Split View and PDF Annotation with Drive Upload
Google Chrome 145 introduces three desktop productivity upgrades: Split View for side‑by‑side tabs, PDF annotation tools for highlighting and note‑taking, and a Save to Google Drive button that uploads PDFs directly to a designated Drive folder. Split View is accessed via...
By 9to5Google
News•Feb 19, 2026
5 Powerful Command Line Tricks Every Raspberry Pi Owner Should Know
Raspberry Pi owners can boost reliability and efficiency by mastering five essential command‑line tools. Monitoring temperature with vcgencmd prevents throttling, while cron automates routine scripts. htop offers real‑time insight into CPU and memory usage, and SSH enables headless remote control. Finally, nmap...
By How-To Geek