Spam and telemarketer calls are alive and well in 2026 - here’s how I shield myself against them as best as possible.

Use your phone’s “Silence Unknown Callers” (iPhone) or spam protection settings (Android) to automatically block or send un ...

An easy way to get to Settings is to click on the Start menu and type Settings. You can click on the icon to open your Settings window, which brings you to the Settings Home screen. I will focus on ...

Your VPN’s default settings might not be giving you all the protection you need, but adjust these settings to get a privacy boost. Attila Tomaschek Senior Writer Attila covers software, apps and ...

WhatsApp is rolling out a new optional security feature called Strict account settings, which is designed to protect users who may be targeted by sophisticated cyberattacks. Similar in spirit to Apple ...

There's a good chance the picture quality you see on your TV right now isn't at its best. Generally, TVs aren't set up to deliver the best possible picture quality in your home with their factory ...

The ideal home viewing experience isn't just about how clear the picture comes in, it's also about how clean the sound is. Whether you're using your TV's built-in speakers or have a full external ...

Geoff’s column hunts for how tech can make your life better — and advocates for you when tech lets you down. Got a question or topic to investigate? Geoffrey.Fowler@washpost.com and geoffreyfowler.88 ...

In this tutorial, we will show you how to enable and use the Agent in the Settings app on a Windows 11 PC. Agent in Windows Settings is a new feature in Windows 11 Copilot+ PCs that uses on-device AI ...

As I do with every device, Android or not, I tweak the settings to suit my needs. The default options provided by the manufacturer cover the broadest range of users, but they won’t be perfect for ...

Your iPhone holds a detailed map of your life—from messages and photos to financial data and location history. Protecting that information is more important than ever as mobile privacy threats ...