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Stop packing your laptop charger. Bring this one instead

PCWorld

When you purchase through links in our articles, we may earn a small commission. Every ounce makes a difference when you travel. A USB-C GaN charger is simply more efficient. Do you still bring your laptop charger with you on business trips? I just realized that I do, and it's a habit I need to break.


Windows 10's latest patch keeps your Secure Boot certificates on track

PCWorld

PCWorld reports that Microsoft's Windows 10 patch KB5120249 focuses on security rather than new features, addressing outdated Secure Boot certificates and fixing critical vulnerabilities in versions 22H2 and 21H2. The roughly 1GB update also resolves File History errors, improves Microsoft Defender, and includes fixes for the Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool. Since standard Windows 10 support ended in October 2025, users must enroll in the ESU program to receive continued protection through 2027. Earlier this week, Microsoft released KB5120249, a critical security update for Windows 10 versions 22H2 and 21H2, as well as Windows 10 Enterprise LTSC 2021 and Windows 10 IoT Enterprise LTSC 2021. This is the next entry in Windows 10's Extended Security Updates program, so don't expect any new features. Rather, this patch includes fixes for various security vulnerabilities still present in Windows 10.


Dating app Bumble divides users by ditching its signature 'women-first' chat rule

BBC News

Bumble divides users by ditching its signature'women-first' chat rule Dating app Bumble has divided its users by dropping its signature rule which allowed only women to send the first message to a match. When the app launched 2014, founder and boss Whitney Wolfe Herd said it distinguished itself from rivals like Tinder by allowing women to make the first move. But the thing that made Bumble famous will now be ditched following a trial which showed more engagement - and a survey among users which found 66% of women prefer men to send the first message. Reaction across online forums has highlighted a divide among users about whether the update will get more people using Bumble - or if it makes it just like any other dating app. Previously, only same-sex relationships did not have to follow the strict women-first rule.


I found a prompt that keeps AI agents from taking tasks too far

PCWorld

When you purchase through links in our articles, we may earn a small commission. This prompt prevents them from going further than you intended. The new ChatGPT "superapp" boasts many powerful features, including the ability to organize the mess of files on your desktop PC. Of course, the idea of letting ChatGPT loose on your precious data may give you pause--and if it does, I don't blame you. Sure, you can give ChatGPT Work (the new desktop agent for ChatGPT) or Claude Cowork detailed instructions on how it should handle your files, and both ChatGPT and Claude can do their work in sandboxes, which gives them a safety net in case things go sideways.


Anker's 2,000W portable power station is 70 off. It powers 10 devices

PCWorld

When you purchase through links in our articles, we may earn a small commission. Anker's 2,000W portable power station is $70 off. The Anker Solix C1000 Gen 2 power station is now $529 (was $599) at Amazon. Portable power stations are essential if you're going on a long camping trip or if you live in an area with unstable electricity. Take it with you on road trips, in your RV, in your yard during parties, or store it for emergency power during blackouts.


'The fish is in the right' says man bitten by blue shark while angling

BBC News

'The fish is in the right' says man bitten by blue shark while angling A man who was bitten by a shark on a boat off the coast of County Waterford is due to undergo surgery. Sebastian Achim was part of a crew tagging sharks for research off Ram Head, Ardmore, when the incident happened on Tuesday. The crew, who were experienced fishermen, were catching the sharks, tagging them and then releasing them back into the sea. Later in the day, Achim caught another shark and was bitten in the leg after pulling it into the boat. 'The fish is in the right' Speaking to RTÉ Radio One's Morning Ireland, external programme, Achim said the plan was to hook the shark, tag it and release it.


The Rise of Telehealth 'Pill Mills'

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Gemini to connect with tons of new apps, including Pandora and OpenTable

Mashable

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Estrogen Therapy May Help Protect Against Alzheimer's Disease, Study Says

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Microsoft is merging Copilot and Copilot 365 into one unified app - and retiring 3 features

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I wore the world's first HDR10 smart glasses TCL's new E Ink tablet beats the Remarkable and Kindle Anker's new charger is one of the most unique I've ever seen I wore the world's first HDR10 smart glasses TCL's new E Ink tablet beats the Remarkable and Kindle Anker's new charger is one of the most unique I've ever seen The move should cut down on the confusion between the two apps, especially for anyone who bounces back and forth between the two of them. Microsoft is merging Copilot and Microsoft 365 Copilot into one unified app. You'll be able to sign into Copilot with a personal, work, or school account. This will reduce the clutter and confusion of juggling two separate apps. Microsoft currently offers two different Copilot apps for Windows, MacOS, iOS, Android, and even the web.