Tim Cook did his best, for better or worse
The truth is that Cook’s actions have not always been those of an unfailingly good and decent man. On his watch, for example, Apple’s treatment of retail and support employees has come in for severe…
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Desktop CPU shipments plunge 20 percent. It may get worse
Desktop PC CPU shipments plunged more than expected during the first quarter of 2026, and darker clouds loom on the horizon. In total, the total number of X86 processors sold into the PC market —…
Google didn’t copy Liquid Glass. It did something even worse
Summary created by Smart Answers AI In summary: Macworld reports that Google is integrating its Gemini AI system-wide into Android, transforming it into an “intelligence system” that automates tasks and offers suggestions. While Gemini appears…
There’s never been a worse time to buy an iPhone 16e
Summary created by Smart Answers AI In summary: Macworld advises against buying the iPhone 16e now, as the iPhone 17e is expected to launch in March or April with significant upgrades. The upcoming iPhone 17e…
The Roku home screen is getting worse. A fix is hiding in plain sight
If you’ve been using a Roku player or smart TV over the past year or so, you’ve probably noticed some big changes on the home screen. What used to be a straightforward grid for all…
At least one Starlink satellite burns up every day, and it’s getting worse
SpaceX’s Starlink satellite internet continues to grow, but as it does, it’s been bringing lots of unexpected side effects with it. According to astrophysicist Jonathan McDowell from the Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics, one to two…
Apple Intelligence isn’t just bad, it’s making Apple worse
Okay. Let’s talk about AI. Yes, again. The Macalope knows, believe him. Much like many things these days, there is a somewhat wide gulf of beliefs about the state of artificial intelligence. The Macalope would…
Hackers are using AI to attack your Mac and it’s only going to get worse
Malwarebytes has released its 2025 State of Malware report, which reveals that AI has also captured the attention of threat agents and will become a key tool in future malware attacks. The AI implementation that…
2024 looks set to be another record-breaking year for ransomware — and it’s likely going to get worse
The ransomware industry is thriving, not losing. Despite various law enforcement wins against ransomware actors, like the sweeping takedown of LockBit and the seizure of Radar, hackers continue to reap the rewards of these data-theft…
Samsung OLED G8 review: This monitor is also a TV, for better or worse
At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Attractive and luxurious design Smart TV features powered by Samsung’s Tizen OS Infinite contrast and wide color gamut Great motion clarity Cons Smart TV features might annoy PC purists…