What Is ActiveX? How It Works and Ensures Computer Security

ActiveX is a Microsoft software framework that enables applications to share data across web browsers, enhancing functionality and security in computing.

Forget 'debloat apps.' Sophia Script gives you real control over Windows 11. Here's how it works.

The Sophia Script is an open-source PowerShell module designed to debloat and fine-tune Windows 11 (and Windows 10). It is ...
The Verge

Google Home finally adds support for buttons

An update allows programmable switches, also known as buttons, to work in Google’s smart home platform. An update allows programmable switches, also known as buttons, to work in Google’s smart home ...
Cult of Mac

I figured out the best use for the iPhone’s Action button [Pro Tip]

Two things I use all the time in one elegant shortcut. Image: D. Griffin Jones/Cult of Mac I finally figured out the perfect set of controls to assign to the iPhone’s Action button. I created a ...
9to5Mac

iOS 26.1 makes alarms use a slider, here’s how to get ‘Stop’ button back

iOS 26.1 recently introduced a big change for how you turn off alarms and timers, replacing the ‘Stop’ button with a new ‘Slide to stop’ action. Here’s how to get the button back. Apple lets you ...
Engadget

How to add someone to an Apple Family account

Apple’s Family Sharing feature is designed to make digital life simpler for households that use multiple Apple devices. It links individual Apple IDs under one family group so everyone can share ...
Reader's Digest

Here’s What That Little Button on Your Seat Belt Is For

This tiny, unassuming button has an important purpose. (Trust us: You'd miss it if it disappeared!) There are a lot of eye-catching and weird car features in your vehicle, no matter the make and model ...
The New York Times

What’s the Best Way to Wear a Button-Up Shirt?

The humble closet staple can be dressed up and down in seemingly infinite ways. Our critic offers a few options for taking it from the office to the street. By Vanessa Friedman I have a number of ...
ZDNet

Forget something? Amazon now lets you add last-minute items to your order - see how it works

Add to Delivery lets you include an item on an existing order Items can be added hours after the initial order There's no extra charge to use the service Did you forget to order that last-minute item ...
maketecheasier.com

Spotify Mix Turns Me Into a DJ For My Own Playlists

Imagine creating your own Spotify playlists with custom transitions and effects, much like a DJ. Now, the Spotify Mix feature lets you do far more than just add songs to playlists. And, you can even ...
Lifehacker

How to Undo Your iPhone's New Look After iOS 26

Michelle is Lifehacker's Associate Tech Editor, and has been reviewing games, laptops, phones, and more for over 10 years. She is based in New York City and holds a master's degree from NYU. Did you ...
Techno-Science.net

Here’s How to Use Google Phone Calling Card to Get iPhone-Like Calling Screen

To use Google Phone Calling Card for an iPhone-like calling screen, update the Google Phone app to v188 or later, then go to Settings > Calling Card, pick a contact, and customize with full-screen ...