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The new artificially intelligent Pixel can help people streamline certain tasks. But that efficiency may not be worth the data you give up, our reviewer writes.

Apps from Google, Apple and other companies let you customize your content so you’re always up to date on the matters you care about most.

It becomes the latest country to restrict phone use in schools, with a law that will go into effect in 2026.

Artificial intelligence apps generating fake nudes, amid other privacy concerns, make “sharenting” far riskier than it was just a few years ago.

The administration is working with tech companies to make sharing information with various providers easier. Experts raised concerns about privacy and security.

You can silence nonessential alerts and calls on your iPhone or Android device for later but still allow designated people and apps to reach you.

Both operating systems introduce new designs, but the real story is what’s happening beneath with A.I.

A test of the app Dia illustrates that the humble web browser may be the path to making artificial intelligence more natural to use.

If the e-book app on your phone or tablet is overflowing and full of outdated files, use these tools to tidy it up.

Either way, let’s not be in denial about it.

The hardware improvements in the new $450 Nintendo will make this an automatic upgrade for fans of the two-in-one console.

A designer for Apple, he created software that made it possible to display shapes, images and text on the screen and present a simulated “desktop.”

Google Maps and Apple’s Maps app offer location-based directories and other tools for finding new places to explore, before or after you hit the road.

AI Mode excels at tasks like product research for online shopping. But it falls short on basic web searches.

Resort fees, cleaning fees, service fees: Those charges now must be disclosed upfront. But the fight against “junk fees” is far from over.

The tech giant is taking its next big step in artificial intelligence by adding interactive capabilities to its flagship product.

Leaving your device at home might seem daunting, but it can result in a deeper connection to a place and more authentic interactions with locals.

A federal judge created a path for app makers like Spotify and Patreon to avoid paying Apple hefty commissions. Is this a win for consumers? It’s complicated.

Your bags may be ready to go, but do you really have everything you need? Here are some apps that can make your travels smoother, safer and more fun.

Artificial intelligence software — some already free on your device — can quickly compose and edit documents. But be sure to check its work.