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Chrome users should check their settings without delay.Dave Snelling Technology Editor12:43, 18 Sep 2025Updated 12:43, 18 Sep 2025Google Chrome update(Image: GOOGLE • GETTY)There’s a worrying new warning, and everyone with Chrome would be wise not to ignore it. Google has just confirmed the release of a new version of its popular web software, and those using to search the web, watch movies online and check their Gmail should head to their settings without delay and hit the restart button.So why the urgency? The very latest version of Chrome must be installed, as it fixes a total of 4 bugs. If that…

For a while, it looked like Apple’s iPhone Air 2 was headed for a long delay. Earlier reports suggested the second-generation model had fallen off Apple’s near-term roadmap entirely. Whereas some sources claimed it would not arrive until 2027. Those reports painted the iPhone Air as a struggling experiment, citing poor sales of the first model and Apple’s decision to rethink both the design and the timing before committing to a follow up. That uncertainty is now being challenged by a fresh leak that suggests Apple may be sticking closer to its original plans (via 9to5Mac). According to leak by…

Apple’s new iPhone Air will arrive in stores tomorrow, Mirror Online has already had our hands on it and here’s what we think.Dave Snelling Technology Editor14:53, 18 Sep 2025There’s an all-new iPhone arriving in UK stores tomorrow, and it’s like nothing the US technology giant has launched before. It’s called the iPhone Air and, measuring in at just 5.6mm thick, it’s the thinnest smartphone Apple has ever made. I’ve been using this device since it was unveiled last week and it honestly has to be seen to be believed.It’s so skinny and light you barely notice it’s popped in your…

Social media platforms are more than just tools for sharing cat videos or keeping up with friends—they’re powerful influencers of public opinion. The algorithms that drive these platforms determine what content gets seen, liked, and shared, shaping the way we perceive the world. Let’s dive into how these algorithms impact public opinion, especially in the United States, where social media plays a big role in shaping cultural and political landscapes.How Social Media Algorithms WorkSocial media algorithms are essentially the behind-the-scenes engines that determine which posts, videos, and ads you see on your feed. They’re designed to keep you engaged by…

A new OnePlus smartphone called the OnePlus Turbo has surfaced in a fresh set of leaks. Folks over at Android Headlines have gotten their hands on live images of the handset, giving us our first proper look at the smartphone. Visually, the phone looks… familiar. As seen in the pictures, the phone has a glossy back panel with a dual-camera setup at the top left (placed on a raised platform). The sides look like they’re made of textured plastic, while the front panel houses a punch-hole screen with minimal (and symmetrical) bezels on all sides. Realistically speaking, the battery on…

Amazon Fire TV Stick users are being offered the chance to try a better way of streaming BBC content online.Dave Snelling Technology Editor06:56, 20 Sep 2025Sky Fire TV Stick(Image: SKY)The streaming revolution shows no signs of stopping. Gone are the days when we all needed an aerial or dish stuck to our chimneys, with broadband now offering a seamless way to stream content straight to TVs. Streaming can be far easier than watching via traditional methods, especially if you want to put a TV in an area of the house that doesn’t have access to an aerial connection point.However, viewing…

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Microsoft has essentially confirmed it is pulling the plug on Windows 11 SE, the specialized version of its operating system designed for K–8 classrooms. By the end of 2026, support for the education-focused platform will officially wrap up. This decision marks a pretty sharp pivot from just a few years ago, when Microsoft was pitching SE as its big “Chromebook killer” and a central part of its strategy to win over schools. When Windows 11 SE first hit the scene in 2021, Microsoft marketed it as the perfect, “purpose-built” tool for younger students. By 2022, they were calling it the…

Samsung is betting that even your calendar deserves a dose of artificial intelligence. With One UI 8.5, Samsung is making the Calendar app (version 12.7.05.36) feel more dynamic and context-aware. The most eye-catching change is the addition of AI-generated visuals to the Calendar widget, a move that suggests the company thinks visual context matters even for everyday scheduling. The idea is simple but a little unusual. Samsung is introducing AI-generated background images for the Countdown widget in Calendar, where the visuals are created based on the title of an upcoming event. Instead of a plain card counting down the days,…

A new processor is on its way that could make your current phone appear inferior.Dave Snelling Technology Editor06:28, 22 Sep 2025Updated 06:29, 22 Sep 2025Qualcomm Snapdragon chip(Image: QUALCOMM • SAMSUNG)Samsung might make some of the best phones on the planet, but a big upgrade is launching tomorrow that could make its current range of flagships look a little inferior.As you may or may not know, phones such as the latest Galaxy S25 and S25 Ultra are all powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite processor. It’s a premium chip that’s packed inside almost all premium Android phones, including devices made by OnePlus,…