Lance Whitney
- Indexed articles, last 90 days
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- Sep 30, 2026
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Windows 11 26H2 update arrives: What's inside and who should install it ASAP - ZDNET (opens the original)
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There’s a new version of Windows in town. No, not Windows 12. I’m talking about the 2026 flavor of Windows 11, aka Windows 11 26H2. Microsoft has officially kicked off this new edition to the public per its usual schedule of launching annual updates in the second half of the year. In a Tuesday blog post, Microsoft announced the release of version 26H2 in what it calls an “enablement package.” This means that the update is streamlined so that it installs more quickly and easily than annual Window
I've used the iPhone 18 Pro for a week - these 5 features make the upgrade worth it - ZDNET (opens the original)
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I recently purchased an iPhone 18 Pro and have been enjoying all the things I can do with it. I typically upgrade my iPhone every two years, so I was ready to jump ship from my 16 Pro. But this year, the choice was even easier because of the new and improved features on the 18 Pro model. Also: iOS 27.0.1 released: Apple fixes annoying iPhone 18 Pro issues Here are my five favorite features and how you can use them if you also own an 18 Pro (or Pro Max). On any iPhone with Siri, you can personali
iOS 27.0.1 released: Apple fixes annoying iPhone 18 Pro restart and freezing issues - ZDNET (opens the original)
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Apple has released its first update to iOS 27 to fix an intermittent but annoying problem that could cause the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max to freeze or restart without warning. Released Monday, iOS 27.0.1 promises to resolve this freeze and restart issue, which typically occurs when Face ID fails to authenticate. As an iPhone 18 Pro owner, I’ve run into this hiccup a couple of times already. One time, my iPhone froze for several seconds but eventually recovered. Another time, though, the device co
Microsoft's Surface Mouse is back, now with haptic feedback - and I need it - ZDNET (opens the original)
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I’ve tried a lot of different mice with my Windows desktops and laptops. But the ones made by Microsoft have always been my favorites. I’ve used both the IntelliMouse and the Surface Mouse; however, both have been unavailable from Microsoft for years. Now, the Surface Mouse is finally making a comeback. Also: Microsoft’s most underrated Surface accessories are coming to business users In a blog post announcing new Surface devices, Microsoft snuck in a surprise about a new Surface Mouse soon to h
Is your Apple Watch 12 or Ultra 4 randomly restarting? Here's the fix - ZDNET (opens the original)
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I’ve been enjoying my Apple Watch Series 12 since picking it up last week. But one thing I haven’t enjoyed is the random restarts. So far, I’ve run into this issue twice. Both times I was tweaking a setting on the watch, only for it to unexpectedly shut down and restart on its own without any warning. And I’m not alone. But thankfully, there’s now a fix for this. With users of the Series 12 or Ultra 4 reporting this restart problem, Apple has issued a quick fix in the form of an update. Released
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